Recently used a few of the poly boats to run some island tours, great quality boats for the price.

Great to see the composite Virgo. In addition to selecting the Ultralight version, what option combination would be the lightest? Thanks for any pointer.

@PHSeaKayaks

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comment and interest in our kayaks! If you're going for light over all else, then steer clear of almost any additions, stay away from Yellow, Orange, or Dark Blue gel coat colours, and choose a Custom Bulkhead Footrest. The Performance seat is marginally lighter than the Connect seat, but not enough to sacrifice comfort (if you prefer the comfort of the Connect seat, that is - a few do prefer the Performance - we have another video on our channel which looks at both seats in a little more detail). If you really want to go to the extreme with keeping weight minimal, we can also build the boat without the Day Hatch and/or Bow Mini Hatch (and their associated bulkheads). Thanks again! P&H

@billyhsu4567

6 ай бұрын

@@PHSeaKayaks Thank you very much for the prompt response.

@PHSeaKayaks

6 ай бұрын

@@billyhsu4567 you're welcome!

Can you tell me what the difference there is between composite and fiberglass - are they essentially the same thing?

@PHSeaKayaks

Күн бұрын

'Composite' is a general term relating to any kayak which is made from a woven material wetted with resin. 'Fiberglass' is often used interchangeably with 'Composite', but in reality refers to a specific type of composite material. We have not used fiberglass as a main construction material in our kayaks since the 70s; the nearest equivalent we use is 'Diolen', which is a nylon-like weave, and far less brittle - we also build composite sea kayaks using Carbon, Kevlar/Carbon, and Kevlar/Diolen weaves, and incorporate polyester or vinylester resin either via 'wet layup', 'vacuum bagging', or 'infusion' processes, depending on the section of kayak and overall spec.

Which is more capable, this or Volan ?

@PHSeaKayaks

2 ай бұрын

It depends on your preferences, experience, and intentions really! Can you tell us a little more about those?