Liquidlogic Saluda 12
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LiquidLogic Saluda 12: An Innovative Recreational Kayak with American Quality
Saluda 12: The Successor to a Legend in the Mid-Size Category
The LiquidLogic Saluda 12 represents a new generation of recreational kayaks that builds on the success of the model that revolutionized recreational paddling 20 years ago. This 12-foot (366 cm) sit-in kayak combines forgiving stability for beginners with dynamic performance for more experienced paddlers. It’s the ideal choice for anyone looking for a high-quality, lightweight, and well-designed boat for recreational paddling without compromise, especially for paddlers of medium to tall stature.
Structure and Hydrodynamics: Stability and Track
The hull's shape is the result of many years of development focused on versatility and comfort:
- Excellent stability: The 73.6 cm width provides excellent initial stability, so you'll feel confident on the boat even as a beginner or when handling your gear.
- Directional lines: The hull shape and optional center fin (skeg/keel plate) ensure excellent directional stability, which conserves energy during longer trips on lakes or calm rivers.
- Low weight: Thanks to its clever design and high-quality rotational molding, the boat weighs just 23.1 kg, which makes it much easier to handle on land and load onto a car roof.
Outfitting: Premium Comfort and the Gearstash System
LiquidLogic emphasizes that you should get out of the water with a smile, not a sore back:
- Frame Seat (Comfort Frame Seat): Hand-stitched in the U.S., this seat provides excellent back support and ventilation, which is key to all-day comfort.
- The Gearstash System: A unique console located in front of the rider provides a secure storage space for electronics, snacks, or small items you want to keep close at hand.
- Adjustability: Adjustable footrests and comfortable thigh supports allow the boat to be customized for riders of various sizes, ensuring optimal power transfer.
- Waterproof compartment: A separate, waterproof storage compartment in the stern, equipped with a bulkhead, will keep your valuables and dry clothes from getting wet.
Suitable Activities and Uses on the Water
The Saluda 12 is a great companion for:
- Recreational paddling: Ideal for calm lakes, slow-moving rivers, and reservoirs (difficulty level WW I).
- Fishing Trips (Kayak Fishing): Universal rails make it easy to mount rod holders, and the boat's stability provides an excellent foundation for fishing.
- Classes and Rentals: Thanks to its forgiving design and sturdy construction, it's the perfect boat for learning the basics of paddling.
- Nature Photography: Its quiet operation and stability make it easy to observe and photograph wildlife.
About the LiquidLogic Brand
The American company LiquidLogic, based in Fletcher, North Carolina, is synonymous with innovation and extreme durability. Each kayak is the result of meticulous hand assembly and thorough quality control. By choosing LiquidLogic, you’re choosing top-notch performance and American quality proven on the world’s most challenging rivers—quality that is now making its way into the premium recreational segment.
Caring for a Polyethylene Shell
The hull is made of high-quality, durable polyethylene (HDPE) using rotational molding. To maximize its service life, we recommend storing the kayak away from constant direct UV exposure (ideally under a roof or a tarp). After each trip, rinse the kayak thoroughly with fresh water. Regularly check that the screws on the adjustable outfitting components are tight, and clean the mechanism of any center fin.
Technical parameters and specifications
| Parameter | Value / Specification |
|---|---|
| Length | 366 cm (12') |
| Width | 73.6 cm (29") |
| Weight | 23.1 kg |
| Maximum load capacity | 159 kg |
| Recommended rider weight | 65–100+ kg |
| Equipment | Frame seat, Gearstash system, waterproof storage compartment at the stern, adjustable footrests, universal rails |
| Available colours | Orange, Venom, Shark Blue |
Bonus program and purchase benefits
When you buy a LiquidLogic Saluda 12 kayak from us, you get 3,049 points into the rewards program. You can immediately redeem these points for a significant discount on high-quality touring paddles, life jackets, or waterproof bags—all essential for your adventures. In addition, we offer free shipping Throughout the Czech Republic. We’re happy to advise our customers on the proper setup of their gear for maximum efficiency and comfort. The boat is available for order, with the option of in-person pickup and consultation at our store in Brno-Komín.
Expert advice: The Saluda 12 is great thanks to its frame seat and the Gearstash system, which keeps your valuables dry and within reach. I recommend using the waterproof compartment at the stern for a change of clothes and a snack. Thanks to the universal rails, you can easily add rod holders or a GPS mount to the kayak. While paddling, use the adjustable footrests to maintain firm contact with the kayak, which improves power transfer and stability, especially in light waves or crosswinds. Don’t forget to check the seal on the rear hatch before a longer trip.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Boats |
|---|---|
| Warranty: | 24 |
| Kayaks - Boat length: | 366 |
| Kayaks - rider weight: | 65 - 95, 85 and above |
| Kayaks - kayak size: | M - medium |
| Kajaky - Délka lodě: | 442 |
| Kajaky - velikost kajaku: | M - střední |
| Kajaky - váha jezdce: | 65 - 95, 85 a více |
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