Features
Major components precision plastic skeg box, supplied preassembled, fitted with deep dagger blade
precision plastic operating slider, supplied preassembled
Boat compatability fits plastic and composite kayaks
Installation method Mould in at manufacture or retrofit
Operating method Hydraulic operation: the ultimate in control and reliability, used in Hydro Skeg® and Skeg Rudder Systems
Wire operation: significant improvement over traditional wire skegs
Rope operation, significant improvement over traditional rope skegs
Materials Fully corrosion resistant
Benefits
Benefits to the kayaker Deep dagger blade gives class leading control
Hydro Skeg® and Skeg Rudder System offer new levels of reliability: no more wires to kink or ropes to fray. All versions are fully corrosion resistant and virtually maintenance free.
Robust: when knocked, the skeg blade simply retracts undamaged. Skeg Rudder System blade retracts undamaged whatever the rudder setting
Smooth: new levels of smoothness in operation
Choice: purchase economical wire or rope variants and upgrade to Hydro Skeg® or Skeg Rudder System at a later date
Benefits to the dealer More sales: class leading product gives your kayaks a real edge
More reliable supply: simplifications in manufacture reduces turnaround time and minimises chance for errors
More stock flexibility: dealers can cost effectively offer a range of skeg options, installing the selected option at point of sale
More options: interchangeability allows dealers to gain repeat business in upgrading from one option to another
Support
Training Kari-Tek provide training for dealers on how to install their system
Component supply Kari-Tek can guarantee component supply and delivery to suit your needs. Spare parts can be supplied to dealers or customers direct as prefered
Technical Support With Kari-Tek's extensive experience of working with kayaks, technical support is only a phone call away
Marketing backup Kari-Tek provide retail point-of-sale and trade leaflets and can supply other marketing material as needed

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