Reinforced dropstitch high-pressure inflatable racing kayak Race 500 - R500
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BENEFITS
Anatomic design
Adjust the foot bar to your leg size as needed
Compact design
A 517 cm x 54 cm kayak that fits in a 80 cm x 45 cm x 30 cm backpack
Rigidity
Carbon fibre stringers on/under the kayak for greater rigidity when inflated
Robustness
Reinforced woven dropstitch construction: robust, durable and repairable
Speed
Capable of sailing at an average of 10 km/h when training.
Capacity
Maximum recommended weight: 110 kg Elastic strap to attach your accessories
Carrying comfort
Foam-padded back & straps with load adjuster straps, chest strap and waist belt
Ease of handling
Equipped with a rudder with foot pedals to easily steer your kayak
TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS
Dimensions How heavy is it?
When the kayak is inflated:
> length: 517 cm
> width: 54 cm
When stored in its bag:
> height: 80 cm
> width: 45 cm
> thickness: 30 cm
> full weight: 21.5 kg (Kayak: 19.5 kg; Bag: 2 kg)
Glide performance
The construction of the Itiwit Race 500 kayak gives it arguably the best gliding quality of any inflatable kayak. The combination of a 5-metre long boat with reinforced Dropstitch and a soft carbon stringer provides rigidity, performance and a smooth ride.
Directions for use
To prolong the lifespan of your kayak, it's preferable that you don't suck out the air with a pump during the deflation process
We recommend wearing a buoyancy aid jacket when using the kayak.
We recommend the life vest: Itiwit BA RACE, code: 8766116
This kayak is not designed for surfing breaking waves.
How to inflate and mount the kayak?
1. Inflate the main chamber (bottom), then the middle chambers. All the volumes are inflated to 10 PSI max (0.7 bar).
2. You can insert the foot bar onto the soft guides, pushing it to the setting you want, adjusting it to your leg length with the buckle. 3. Position the seat by inserting it into the soft guides until it stops
4. Insert the rudder and stretch the cables to the foot bar. Then tie knots at the foot bar pedals.
How to disassemble and deflate the kayak?
1. Make sure the folding surface is clean
2. Remove the seat
3. Remove the footrests
4. Raise the rudder
5. Deflate the kayak by removing the cap and pressing the valve. (Leave the valve in the open position to allow air to escape)
How to fold up the kayak to put it in the bag?
1. We recommend placing the canvas of the bridge inside the fold. 2. Fold the bottom in half lengthwise, edge to edge. 3. Starting with the bow, follow the folding marks and their numbering
4. Leave the valves in the open position to allow air to escape.
5. Finishing step: strap the kayak (strapping it up well makes it easier to put it in the bag)
Regulations for kayaks > 3.50 metres
Your canoe/kayak is rigid or inflatable with at least 2 separate air chambers. It measures more than 3.50 metres. It is approved for sea use by the manufacturer.
You can paddle up to 2 nautical miles (approx. 3 km) from shore. You must carry a number of items of safety equipment.
You can find a list of these items via this link: https://www.itiwit.fr/reglementation-pour-faire-du-canoe-kayak
Composition
The dropstitch is a mesh made of polyester yarns; between 2 layers of PVC. When inflated to high pressure, the threads are stretched and the construction becomes very strong, thus avoiding any deformation.
This is what makes our inflatable kayak extremely rigid but easy to stow in a backpack once deflated.
composition
composition
Main fabric: 64.0% Polyvinyl Chloride, 36.0% Polyester; Carry bag: 100.0% Polyester; Metallic structure: 100.0% Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene; Seat: 100.0% Polypropylene
Tips for storage and maintenance
DO NOT WASH.
BLEACHING EXCLUDED.
DO NOT TUMBLE DRY.
DO NOT IRON.
DO NOT DRY CLEAN.
Storage tips
Dry, deflate, fold up. Store your kayak in its bag in a cool, dry place. Avoid sucking out air with a deflation pump
Restrictions on use
Do not use in waves over 1 m or breaking waves.
TESTS AND WARRANTY
Test product
Our kayak is tested and approved by our internal and external ambassadors. 4 members of the Itiwit team participated in the TAWARA 2022 over 70 km, one of them placed in the TOP 10 against rigid vessels and so finished 1st among inflatable kayaks.
Agree by
Standard ISO 6185-1: corresponds to the international inflatable kayak standard.
Parts guarantee
Warranty: 2 years Availability of spare parts essential to the use of the product: 10 years