YAK Zinc

YAK Zinc: Entry-level neoprene spray skirt for beginner kayakers

YAK Zinc: A Great Start on Whitewater

The YAK Zinc model is specifically designed as an entry-level spray skirt for paddlers who are just starting out in kayaking or who paddle on calmer rivers and through gentler rapids. The main priority of this model is to make those first experiences with the kayak as easy as possible—the spray skirt is easy to put on, comfortable to wear, and, thanks to the softer rubber, you don’t need to use brute force to secure it to the collar.

Superstretch hood and both taped and welded seams

Despite its very affordable price, the YAK Zinc offers outstanding design features:

• 8 mm rubber trim: The thinner, more flexible elastic cord (bungee) ensures that you can stretch the cockpit spraydeck over the cockpit easily, quickly, and without any unnecessary struggle. It’s just as easy to remove, which is key for beginners to feel safe.
• Superstretch neoprene: The spraydeck hood is made of a special, highly elastic neoprene. This allows it to fit snugly and comfortably around the torso, without constricting, and to adapt to different body types.
• Glued and welded seams: The double-sealed seams ensure that the spray deck will not let water into the boat at critical points.
• 25mm strap: A prominent, 25-mm-wide pull tab at the front makes it easy to locate and allows you to quickly exit the boat in the event of a capsize.

What is the ideal use for a spray deck?

Thanks to its unique properties, YAK Zinc is the perfect choice for:

• Complete beginners: Stress-free training in putting on a wetsuit, doing the Eskimo roll, and safely breaking free underwater.
• Mild whitewater (WW I–WW II) and hiking: Comfortable protection against splashing water and gentle waves.
• Boating Clubs and Schools: An ideal, very affordable starter blanket for new members and students.

Technical Specifications and Size Charts

Benefits of Shopping and the Rewards Program

When you purchase the YAK Zinc basic spray deck, you’ll get the ideal companion for your first steps in paddling at the perfect price of 1,685 Kč. Plus, when you shop with us, you’re automatically enrolled in our loyalty bonus program, where you’ll earn 139 points for this product. You can redeem your accumulated points at any time for a great discount on additional gear. We have the version with the Extra Big collar and L/XL hood size in stock at our store, ready for immediate shipping or free in-store pickup.