AE1040 Advanced Elements AirFusion Kayak.
One of the most eagerly anticipated additions to the Advanced Elements 2010 line-up, is the arrival of the new AirFusion kayak in late January
The AirFusion kayak is designed to rival the handling and speed of skin-on-frame kayaks, while simplifying the setup procedure. It features a unique design fusion of aluminum alloy frame poles and pressurized air tubes, resulting in a high performance rigid frame system.
Specifications:
- Length 13 feet
- Width 25 inches
- Weight 32 lbs (14.5 kgs)
- Max weight: 300lbs (136 kgs)
- Chambers: 7
- Folded size: 35 x 21 x 9 inches
- Comes with: Duffel bag, repair kit, seat, owner’s manual.
Features include:
- Narrow beam design paddles like a rigid hard-shell kayak.
- Heavy-duty PVC tarpaulin material for extreme puncture resistance
- Inflatable coaming area to attach a spray skirt
- Zippered access for below-deck gear storage
- Bungee deck lacing
- D-rings for gear tie-down
- Molded rubber handles
MSRP: $799
Available: Late January 2010
Stay tuned! We’ll be posting in-depth details when they first arrive. http://www.airkayaks.com/ae1040.html
Wow, I did not heard about this topic until now. Thanx.
By: EASEXSMOOWN on December 13, 2009
at 4:20 am
Will this AE-1040 model include foot braces?
By: Robert on December 20, 2009
at 11:20 am
I believe there is a foot brace provision – we will have a better idea next week when we see one of the first AirFusions that arrived.
By: airkayaks on December 20, 2009
at 11:46 am
Would a stocky person weighing in at 230 be to big for this model. I’ve waited too long for this AE-1040 model to come out! I am a 38 torso big back and chest?
By: Patrick on December 20, 2009
at 12:10 pm
We should be picking one up this week – barring bad weather, we will take pump it up, measure and photograph it, and let you know the details. I would be in a better position to answer the question at that time.
By: airkayaks on December 20, 2009
at 1:08 pm
I’m looking forward for your comparison between the 2010 Air Fusion AE-1040 and the 2010 KAIR-1 BIC Sports Yakkair-1.
My choice to purchase has narrowed between these two kayaks and I’m dependent upon you to “pump it up, measure and photograph” and relay the facts and details but, most of all your opinions for the kayak that would be best for coastal sea kayaking day play.
I’m counting on your insight on both kayaks to help me choose the best kayak as I’m unable to physically test each kayak.
Thanks in advance,
Robert
By: Robert on December 22, 2009
at 9:43 am
Thanks Robert, it will be arriving tomorrow and we’ll be able to – at the least – get photos, measurements this weekend.
By: airkayaks on December 22, 2009
at 9:54 am
I have now posted our review – please select the link to the right for Reviews: Inflatable Kayaks, or here is the direct link:
http://wp.me/pHiOm-3N
Thanks for all your inquiries and feel free to ask more questions!
Holly
By: airkayaks on January 1, 2010
at 4:01 pm