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Thule is the world’s leader in the design, manufacture and delivery of gear transportation solutions. Thule products include Recreational and Professional Rack and Accessorie solutions, trailers, towing solutions, tool boxes, and organization products such as foldable bags.
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A hard chine imparts exceptional secondary stability to a kayak. On the other hand, the flat surfaces inherent in this profile entail greater surface contact with water. The resulting added friction can be offset by replacing the traditional «V» shape with a semi-arched profile.
Our research on hull shapes allowed us to introduce the concept of reverse hard chine to the market. A reverse hard chine optimizes kayak behaviour during the lean. Instead of following the natural curve of the kayak, the chine converges with waterlines during a lean. The craft tends to bite the water, which increases the effect of the turn. By ingeniously combining the concept of reverse hard chine with a semi-arched shape, speed and responsiveness work together, whereas under normal circumstances, they tend to work against each other.
Seem to have that impossible vehicle to rack? Don’t want to spend a lot? We may have the solution! It’s a good one too. We now carry HandiRack “the worlds first inflatable roof rack system”. It solves the 2 door “what do I do?” and will carry up to 80 kilograms. Easy to use and extremely versatile, and can carry just about anything you may want to transport on your roof.The price will surprise you. Come and check it out. HandiRack Video