Greetings from western Canada. I have a T380 and run a 9.8 hp Yamaha short leg on it. We use it as a recreational beach toy, and for some flat water fishing. Longest day trip was 102 km return, up some big lakes and a connecting river. Two men and a boy and day gear. We held 15 mph and did the trip including some fishing on a 12.5 litre fuel tank. Solo it does 18 mph according to my GPS. The fact that it is so portable and fits inside my 4Runner is big, I can tow my holiday trailer and also take a seaworthy boat along. I recommend them.
@TheRudder
5 ай бұрын
They are some impressive stats!!!
@elmin2323
4 ай бұрын
True kit ftw
@TheRudder
4 ай бұрын
Ok
@xaveryavuz5376
3 ай бұрын
My Takacat is rusting! The transom tubes of the open transom are made of stainless steel 304 (V2A) (also for cost reasons). The tubes show ugly rust after a short time in a salt water environment. From my point of view, the maintenance is very time-consuming and is not reasonable for me. Unfortunately, I only found out about this disadvantage of the high maintenance effort after the purchase. For me, this product is not recommended for salt water environments. I am very dissatisfied and disappointed with the Takacat 340 LS for the above reasons. It does not meet my expectations and, in my opinion, is only partially suitable for my application as a full time yacht tender. I quote from Takacat's care instructions: 1. A first care step when driving in salt water is washing the transom tubes at the end of a trip with fresh water (fresh water) including thorough drying. 2. The insides of the transom tubes can be pulled through with an extra-long bottle brush. 3. If corrosion has formed, it can be removed with a stainless steel cleaner. 4. If you drive permanently in salt water, it is advisable to spray the transom tubes and optional slip wheels with a seawater-resistant stainless steel protector. Are you aware of that issue? Best regards Xaver
@TheRudder
3 ай бұрын
There is some marking on the tubes but nothing too bad. Maybe get in touch with the dealer?
@jacktyler7599
Жыл бұрын
Damian, I'd welcome you commenting on whether (or not) one can productively row a 2.6m Takacat like the one you use. I don't mean in a full-on cruising sense, rowing across a large windswept anchorage. But is it capable of being rowed by one bloke of your apprximate size/weight in order to get to a nearby shore and back, preferably without bothering to add an outboard. I'll check your Takacat video to check on its weight...and thanks once again for these helpful videos.
@jacktyler7599
Жыл бұрын
Damian, found a good video of a taller fellow trying to row a Takacat 260S. Rows pretty well (for an inflatable)...but the problem is that we taller blokes have knees. 😎 Go to 7:00 here: kzitem.info/news/bejne/zWut0J-uq4x-o2U
@TheRudder
Жыл бұрын
I haven't had to row as yet but as a taller fellow, I will give it a try next time I'm out. I do like the way the paddles are Velcro stowed away. Let you know
@richarddevaottien7724
6 ай бұрын
They're very expensive for inflatables😮 Are they made in New Zealand still?
@TheRudder
5 ай бұрын
Have you looked at Brigg.for price? I think they are good value. Also have a 5year warranty. Designed in NZ built in China.
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