Eddyline has been producing kayaks for 50 years and its name is a guarantee for class quality. Eddyline Fathom Touring Kayak, although exceptional, makes no exception. Fathom kayaks are the answer for the paddlers asking for a responsive kayak that offers delight and style, a brilliantly crafted sea kayak that brings you speed and stability în the same time, with features that make every paddler ready to begin a long adventure on sea feel confident and safe.
Room for comfort
Aș we have already mentioned, Fathom kayaks are specially designed to give the paddlers going on long trips all they need to keep the trip a pleasant one. Firstly, it has three spacious hatches and plenty of cargo space. Then the cockpit, a very spacious one, adjustable to fit paddlers no matter their size. Its seat can slide forward and backward, so the paddler’s feet can stay comfortable and the back band can be adjusted too. There are also large foot pedals for making boat control easier.
Design
Appreciated by paddlers and a confirmation of the Eddyline’s well-known good taste, Fathom kayaks’ design brings to mind the traditional Greenland-style kayaks, with a bit of ”British accent”.
Stability
The stability of Eddyline Fathom Touring Kayak is an impressive one, without compromising the other necessary qualities to make it a reliable one for moderate to experienced paddlers, giving them a playful yet secure feeling. Its versatility makes it a brilliant companion during long trips or, if that is not what a paddler wants, Fathom kayaks can give them multiple water performances, from fitness or instructing to rolling, surfing, and play.
Storage
Fathom kayaks provide lots of cargo space, enough to carry gear and keep it dry to help you make it safe through a few nights. Both ends of the kayak include two large hatches and there is also a hatch to store the daily essential items that you might need easy access to while on the water. There is also a bungee rigging on the deck for additional dry bags.
Tracking
Due to its ”V” shape hull design, Fathom kayaks perform very well în terms of tracking. They are also provided with a manually operated drop skeg, helping the paddler to take control în case of headwinds or converging currents, the operation is smooth and very reliable.
The hull
Crafted for high performance on the water, the hull is long and narrow, thus providing increased speed and making it easier to paddle over long distances. This helps the paddler avoid fatigue and maximize the joy of his water adventure. Hull’s design offers both primary and secondary stability, its shape is perfect for accelerating and carrying speed Fathom kayaks also benefit from a retractable skeg, improving tracking for paddling against wind and currents,
Construction
Carbonite 2000 thermo-formed plastic, Eddyline’s trademark, brings the technology of lightweight kayaks to a new and higher level of performance. This material has the aspect and performance of fiberglass but has clear advantages over plastics. It is not impacted by higher heat distortion temperatures, it gives the boat dimensional stability and increased stiffness, it has a great abrasion and impact resistance, it can be easily repaired în case of accidents. It has a superior UV resistance and it is much lighter. Carbonite 2000 gives the Fathom kayaks the aspect and performance of a composite kayak, the material being both lightweight and impact resistant. And last but not least, Carbonite 2000 is environmentally friendly, being 100% recyclable, as are also the bulkheads, the cockpit, and the seat, no waste being generated and making Eddyline one of the companies environmentally committed.
Specifications
- Structure: Rigid/Hard Shell
- Material: Carbonlite 2000 (thermo-formed plastic)
- Style: Touring/Sea Kayak
- Length:16’6”
- Width:22”
- Weight:50 lbs
- Cockpit Size: 31.5 x 16.5 inches
- Cockpit Type: Sit Inside
- Seating configuration: Solo
- Max Capacity: 340lbs
- Hull Type: Hard “V”
- Skill Level: Beginner, Advanced
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Good to know that all Eddyline kayaks are covered under warranty against any defect în materials for a 3-year period from the date of the purchase, with the exception of freight damage, improper storage or use, abuse, normal wear and tear, and color fading due to UV rays.
Conclusion
Eddyline Fathom Touring Kayak is one of the most versatile kayaks a paddler can look for. With a rigid and lightweight construction, these kayaks have a lot to offer to all paddlers, from moderate to experienced ones, from big to small, providing great outfitting features and options and stand the test of time. Their length is over 16 feet, making them be difficult to control on small bodies of water, so it is better suited for open water, like lakes, rivers, or coastlines. Fathom kayaks are ideal for any kayaker, no matter their level, looking to enjoy and improve their touring and sea kayaking skills.
