°hf Seal skirt
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°hf Seal Skirt: A reliable and comfortable spray skirt for whitewater
°hf Seal Skirt: Versatility and Easy On/Off
The Seal Skirt is designed as a versatile, basic spray skirt for kayakers who paddle in standard whitewater and don’t need the stiff, hard-to-put-on rubber of extreme “creek” models. Its design emphasizes ease of use, sufficient flexibility, and a high sense of security, making it very popular among women, juniors, and recreational paddlers.
4mm multistretch neoprene and precision seams
The design ensures excellent thermal comfort and a perfect fit around both the boat and the body:
- Deck and funnel made of 4mm multistretch neoprene: A highly flexible material that easily adapts to your movements, doesn't constrict at the waist, and provides reliable thermal insulation.
- The deck's pre-stressed design: The spray deck is anatomically shaped to create a smooth, taut surface on the boat's coaming. This prevents the formation of "pools" where water would accumulate.
- Perfect seams: All neoprene seams are carefully glued and blind-stitched on the inside (blind-stitched & glued), which guarantees maximum waterproofing.
Knee strap and 8mm elastic band
Safety features borrowed from °hf's top-of-the-line models:
- 8 mm rubber trim: The optimal rubber thickness for a secure fit on polyethylene (PE) kayaks. Unlike extremely thick rubber, it is much easier to pull over the edge of the cockpit.
- Knee strap for a quick emergency exit: A unique internal strap that runs across the knees, equipped with an adjustable cam buckle. In an emergency, simply jerk your knees upward, and the spray skirt will immediately release from the collar.
- Large release handle: A centrally located front handle that's easy to find by touch, even underwater.
- Reflective logo print: A passive safety feature designed to improve visibility in low-light conditions.
What is the ideal use for a spray deck?
°hf Seal Skirt is an excellent choice for:
- Standard whitewater (WW I–WW III): Reliable protection and sufficient strength without unnecessarily complicated installation.
- Younger riders, women, and juniors: Thanks to the more flexible 8mm rubber, the cover is much easier to slip over the boat's coaming.
- Relaxing recreational paddling and river running: A great balance between absolute safety, airtightness, and user comfort.
Technical Specifications and Size Charts
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Destination | Versatile whitewater, smaller paddlers (excluding "big water") |
| Material (chimney and deck) | 4 mm multistretch neoprene (pre-stretched design) |
| Collar Attachment | 8 mm rubber edging |
| Seam construction | Glued and bonded (waterproof) |
| Special Equipment | Knee-release strap, reflective logo |
| Available options in stock | Keyhole: M (70), XL (86), XXL (94) Big Deck: M (70), L (78), XL (86), XXL (94), XXXL (102) Superbig: M (70), L (78), XL (86), XXL (94) |
| Chimney size (waist circumference) | |
|---|---|
| 62 (S) | about 70 cm |
| 70 (M) | about 80 cm |
| 78 (L) | about 90 cm |
| 86 (XL) | about 100 cm |
| 94 (XXL) | approx. 110 cm |
| 102 (XXXL) | about 120 cm |
| Collar/Cockpit Size | ||
|---|---|---|
| Keyhole (KH/R4) | 80–88 cm (length) | 45–54 cm (width) |
| Big Deck (BD/R5) | 85–96 cm (length) | 50–55 cm (width) |
| Superbig (S-BD/R6) | 91–100 cm (length) | 53–56 cm (width) |
Benefits of Shopping and the Rewards Program
When you purchase the °hf Seal skirt, you’re guaranteed premium quality and maximum safety at an excellent price of 3,250 Kč. Plus, with us, you’ll enjoy Free shipping throughout the Czech Republic! By making a purchase, you are automatically enrolled in our loyalty rewards program, where you’ll earn 268 points for this product. You can redeem your accumulated points at any time for a great discount on additional water sports gear. We have a very wide range of sizes for Keyhole, Big Deck, and Superbig collars in stock at our store, ready for immediate shipment.
Expert Advice and Product Care: Although 8mm rubber is more flexible and easier to put on than heavy “creek” rubber, for a new spray deck we recommend lightly wetting both the edge of the boat and the deck with water before getting in, so that the neoprene slides more easily into place. If you decide to use the knee strap, adjust it thoroughly before your first paddle using the cam buckle to fit the exact length of your legs—it must be loose enough for normal paddling but ready to engage immediately when you lift your knees. Always dry the spray deck by hanging it loosely in partial shade; avoid direct sunlight and drying it on a radiator.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Spraydeck |
|---|---|
| Warranty: | 24 |
| EAN: | 4260461182622 |
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