The concept scubi is above all one thing: uncomplicated recreational fun on the water. Through the fusion of technologies of folding and inflatable kayaks, we created a hybrid out of both systems. The minimized frame lends the kayak the essential stiffness and structure for better tracking and behavior in the water in comparison to inflatable kayaks of the same size.
Beside the few frame parts the air elements are an essential component of the boat and make sure that the assembly is uncomplicated. The air tubes have in action a 0.25 bar pressure. The skin of the scubi is made of robust and tear-resistant PVC/PU material-mix. The scubi has reinforcement strips at the bottom, so called keel strips.
The scubi follows different application fields. Designed as a leisure boat it allows uncomplicated paddling fun at the weekend, on vacation or just for fun, e.g. if you seek a break from your daily routine. At the same time it is also a great kayak for professional paddlers, that could be used for short evening rounds or relaxed weekend trips.
No complicated transportation to the place of action, no heavy weight to carry, no time-consuming assembly. Just take the compact carry bag (with backpack function) and sit e.g. in the bus or train or take your bike to get to the next river or lake. And within shortest time you are sitting in the boat and can start – uncomplicated and with a lot of fun. That’s how the concept scubi works.
The scubi 1 has been awarded with the “Price Tip” by one of Europe’s best known paddling magazines, the Kanumagazin. Extract from the test report of the Kanumagazin:
“nortik scubi – the always-take-along-boat