PA's a so big that concrete block would have been like a little pebble.

I don't know about other brands but my Kingfisher has absorbed a heap of punishment over the last 4 years and is still going strong

I would have to say Hobie would be well down on the list if you include the mirage drive fitted in the yak, the only other yak I have experience with is the Kingfisher and I think this Yak would be well up there.

Cheers

I know this post is a bit old, but, as they say....here goes.
I have only ever owned 2 Kayaks. And both of those have been Native Watercraft.
My first was a Slayer Propel 13, which was a great boat, but for me a bit too heavy.
My second boat was a Slayer 10, which was not only lighter, but equally impressive in the water.
My background is engineering, and from that point of view I would have to say that the quality and finish of both boats was excellent.

Holy thread revive batman!

+1 for hobie. More cracks then some but they build a sh!t load more then the rest. Law of averages I tend to think.

My Hobie has bounced several times when accidently dropped while unloding from the roof racks.
The scupper tubes pre 2010 are not too robust though, mine split while inserting a heavy duty trolley and required the yak doctor to do surgery.

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Bretty wrote:2011 outback
50kg drop from 1meter

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Not even a dint

I presume the 50 kgs was you wringing wet?

probably also holding a slab or two of JB in his arms to bring up the weight.