Pakboats Quest 150

Product detailed description

Product description

The Quest 150 is a Pakboats masterpiece that combines the best of the folding and fixed kayak worlds. This model sits between the recreational Puffin range and professional touring kayaks, offering the ideal combination of performance, practicality and light weight.

The Pakboats Quest 150 is the ideal choice for paddlers looking for a lightweight, compact and powerful touring kayak. Its unique design offers the perfect compromise between the performance of a fixed kayak and the practicality of a folding craft.

With its light weight, quick assembly and compact dimensions when folded, the Quest 150 is the perfect companion for urban paddlers or those travelling on public transport. Whether you're planning a sporty ride or a day trip, this kayak will provide the performance and comfort you need while maintaining maximum practicality.

The Quest 150 is not just another folding kayak - it's a thoughtful solution for modern paddlers who don't want to compromise between performance and practicality.

Innovative design

Unique design

• Minimalist design with maximum efficiency
• Lightweight and extremely durable PU shell material
• Efficient tensioning mechanism
• Side air chambers for reinforcement and safety

Mounting system

• Revolutionary top-down assembly system
• Connected longitudinal tubes with rubber cables (similar to modern tents)
• Velcro for attaching the deck
• Independent seat installation

Technical specifications

• Number of places: 1
• Length: 455 cm
• Width: 61 cm
• Weight: 14.1 kg (12 kg without deck)
• Load capacity: 130 kg
• Assembly time: approx. 15 minutes
• Dimensions after folding: 75 x 35 x 25 cm

Driving characteristics

On the water

• Excellent directional stability
• Easy handling
• Sports character
• Efficient power transfer when paddling

Design specifics

• Possibility to ride with or without a deck
• Feels similar to sit-on-top in an open configuration
• Optimised for touring paddling
• Sporty hull shape

Standard equipment

• Seat
• PU coated deck
• Bag with shoulder straps
• Repair kit
• Air pump
• Hernia belt installed
• Deck rigging

Optional accessories

• Inflatable footrest
• Fixed (removable) footrest
• Cover apron

Comfort and ergonomics

• Extremely comfortable seat
• Adjustable backrest
• Wide back support
• Possibility of adjusting the position on the move

Colours

• Carcass: black
• Deck: choice between blue or yellow

Practical aspects

Assembly and disassembly

• Intuitive build system
• QR code with access to video instructions
• Detailed manual in the package
• Minimum number of components

Transport and storage

• Ultra-compact dimensions when folded
• Fits in even the smallest suitcases
• Easy transport in public transport
• Minimum storage space requirements

Areas of application

Ideal for:

• Tourist paddling
• Day trips
• Sports ride
• Paddling on calmer waters
• Urban paddlers with limited space

Main advantages

1. Practicality
   • Extremely light weight
   • Quick assembly
   • Compact dimensions when folded
   • Variable configuration (with/without deck)
2. Power
   • Sports character
   • Good directional stability
   • Efficient paddling
   • Light weight for easy handling
3. Security
   • Side air chambers
   • Robust construction
   • Possibility to install a cover apron
   • Stable driving characteristics

Restrictions

• Not primarily designed for long expeditions with bulky equipment
• Less suitable for very robust paddlers
• Velcro deck may be less resistant to strong water pressure from above