Once
you get it home give it a good wash inside. It is cleaned in the factory
but it will need a wash to remove any dust left behind. Dry it out with
a soft cloth or towel.
Waxing
your kayak with a Carnauba wax will keep it looking good and help to
reduce scratch marks. Once a year is OK. Armorall is best used on rubber
hatch covers to extend their life and help protect them.
Light
Scratches and dirty marks can easily be removed with a fibreglass cleaner
or a little Brasso or Jiff liquid.
Gelcoat chips can happen from time to time. They will not effect your kayak unless you leave the exposed area in water for long periods.
Always clean and dry your kayak before storing. Never store in an area that is exposed to the sun or elements.
Rinse out the inside and loosen all covers and lids, this allows your kayak to breathe.
Never leave sea water inside you kayak. It never dries out. The kayak will absorb the water and get heavy.
Never leave anything in storage compartments. If you d when you come to use your kayak again it will smell bad. It is a good idea to cover your cockpit to guard against dust.
Kayaking is fun so to guard against getting
too wet it is advisable to wear a Spray skirt especially if you are
going to paddle in the ocean. A good quality neoprene /nylon one will
last years. Don’t forget to wash this after use.
