Product detailed description
Detailed description of the Swing 1 kayak by Gumotex
Swing 1 is one of the latest models of inflatable kayaks from GUMOTEX, designed specifically for recreational trips and active leisure time on the water. This kayak is ideal for cruising on flowing rivers up to WW2 grade, lakes and sea bays.
Construction and materialsa: Swing 1 is made of highly durable NITRILON® material, which ensures long life and resistance to damage. With a length of 316 cm and a width of 87 cm, this kayak offers great stability and maneuverability. The kayak is designed as a single-seater with a maximum load capacity of 120 kg and a weight of just 11.3 kg, making it lightweight and easy to carry.
Design and equipmenta: The Swing 1 kayak is equipped with a closed cockpit with zippers on the bow and stern, which protects the kayaker and his luggage from water penetration into the kayak. The bracing system gives the kayak the necessary rigidity for easy maneuverability and excellent stability. The kayak is also equipped with an adjustable footrest, a comfortable PE foam seat with back support and elastic ropes for attaching luggage, which ensures maximum comfort during navigation.
Ergonomics and comforta: The Swing 1 is designed with the kayaker's comfort in mind. The PE foam seat with back support provides comfortable seating even on longer trips. The adjustable footrest allows the kayak to be tailored to the rider's individual needs. Thanks to its light weight, the kayak is predestined for trips where frequent carrying of the boat is necessary.
Unique featuresa: One of the main advantages of the Swing 1 kayak is its stability and easy handling. The kayak is designed to provide excellent roll response and tracking, which is especially useful when paddling on calmer waters. Thanks to its design, the kayak is also capable of handling moderately rough rivers up to WW2.
Technical data:
- Length: 316 cm
- Width: 87 cm
- Weight: 11.3 kg
- Max. load capacity: 120 kg
- Material: NITRILON®
- Paddle type: Kayakers
- Max. number of persons: 1 person
- Number of air chambers: 3
- Dimensions when packed: 64 x 42 x 24 cm
- Max. operating pressure: 0.02 ⁄ 0.2 ⁄ 3.0 MPa/Bar/PSI
- Carton dimensions: 67 x 45 x 26 cm
Boat equipment:
- Cockpit with zippers on bow and stern
- Kayak reinforcements for increased stiffness
- Adjustable footrest
- Comfortable PE foam seat with backrest
- Flexible ropes for attaching luggage
- Handle on bow and stern for easy handling
- Grip for directional fin
- Directional fin
- Push-push valves
- Push-Push and Pressure Relief Valve Wrench
- Pressure relief valve in the bottom of the boat
- Adhesive kit
- Textile bag for transport
The Swing 1 kayak is a great choice for anyone looking for a reliable and comfortable kayak for recreational paddling on various bodies of water. Its design and equipment provide excellent performance and comfort, whether on the river, lake or sea bay.
Why choose the Gumotex brand
As the largest Gumotex boat dealer in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, we know why our boats are so popular. Gumotex boasts a nearly 70-year tradition of manufacturing inflatable boats that are synonymous with quality and innovation. Each boat is made from premium materials with attention to detail and the environment, making it your reliable partner on every water adventure.
Reasons to choose Gumotex:
- Unique material and technology: Gumotex boats are not made from ordinary PVC, but from rubber - a natural material that provides excellent durability and flexibility. By producing our own materials, we have full control over the quality of the manufacturing process.
- Environmentally friendly manufacturing: We are committed to environmentally friendly manufacturing practices. Gumotex uses natural and synthetic rubber, minimizing the environmental impact compared to traditional PVC materials.
- Innovation and safety: All our boats are designed for maximum safety and comfort. The boats have a minimum of three air chambers, ensuring that even if one chamber is damaged, the boat will remain afloat.
- Practicality and comfort: Gumotex boats are designed to provide plenty of space and are easy to transport. Most models come in a waterproof backpack that makes the boat easy to carry and store.
- Customer service: We offer comprehensive warranty and post-warranty service, advice on choosing a boat and ensure the availability of spare parts even for models that are no longer standard.
A more detailed look at the production and materials of Gumotex
How Gumotex boats are made: Production starts with sourcing rubber that is environmentally friendly and easy to repair. This material is obtained by cutting the bark of the rubber tree, which is a sustainable resource. Our process is fully vertically integrated - from raw material to final product, ensuring the highest quality standards.
Materials used
We build boats from the ground up. Especially for them we have developed our own material based on natural rubber, which guarantees that the boats will last. They are resistant to abrasion, aging and sunlight.
NITRILON® + DROP-STITCH
- Material composition: Synthetic rubber based outer layer, anchor layer, high strength PES fabric (1,100 dTex), additional anchor layers and a top layer of drop-stitch fabric.
- Features: Minimum tensile strength 3 600/3 100 N (20 × 5 cm sample), minimum weight 1 270 g/m^2.
NITRILON®
- Material composition: High-strength PES fabric with an outer layer of synthetic rubber and an inner layer of natural rubber-based compound.
- Properties: Minimum tensile strength 3 000/3 000 N (20 × 5 cm sample), minimum weight 920 g/m^2.
NITRILON® double-sided
- Material composition: High-strength PES fabric with double-sided synthetic rubber coating.
- Properties: Minimum tensile strength 3 000/3 000 N (20 × 5 cm sample), minimum weight 1 192 g/m^2.
NITRILON® EXTRA
- Material composition: High-strength PES fabric with an inner layer of synthetic rubber and an outer layer of NITRILON® EXTRA.
- Features: Highest quality material for maximum load in professional use and for use in harsh climatic conditions. Minimum tensile strength 3,000/3,000 N (20 × 5cm sample), minimum weight 1,487g/m^2.
PES-PUR
- Material composition: PES fabric type RIPSTOP with internal polyurethane coating and Teflon treatment against water wetting.
- Properties: The material is abrasion, ageing and UV resistant. Minimum tensile strength 1100/900 N (20 × 5 cm sample).
These materials ensure that Gumotex boats provide exceptional durability and long life, which is why they are so popular with paddlers.
International orders
- All international orders are shipped via GLS or DPD spedition.
- Once your order has been shipped, we will send you an email with your track & trace number.
Delivery cost for parcels
via GLS/ DPD spedition
| Country | Delivery cost for parcel till 20 kg: | Free shipping from purchase: |
| SR | 6,50€ | 199€ |
| AT, DE, HU, PL | 8,90€ | 225€ |
| BE, NL, HR, DK, LUX | 10,50€ | 250€ |
| FR, IT, NL, SLO, EST, LAT, LIT, RO, BG, SWE | 15,50€ | 250€ |
| F, NO, POR, ESP, IR, CH, FL, UK | 24,00€ | 250€ |
Delivery cost for paddles
| Country | Delivery cost for paddle shippment: | Free shipping from purchase: |
| SR | 19€ | 399€ |
| AT, DE, HU, PL | 32€ | 399€ |
| BE, NL, HR, DK, LUX | 59€ | 500€ |
| FR, IT, NL, SLO, EST, LAT, LIT, RO, BG, SWE | 59€ | 500€ |
| F, NO, POR, ESP, IR, CH, FL, UK | 75€ | 500€ |
Delivery cost for kayaks
(lenght up to 300 cm)
| Country | Delivery cost for kayak shippment: | Free shipping from purchase: |
| Slovakia | 19€ | 2 000€ |
| Austria | 19€ | 2 000€ |
| DE, HU, PL, SLO | 39€ | 2 000€ |
| Switzerland | 49€ | 2 000€ |
| France | 59€ | 2 000€ |
Delivery cost for seakayaks
(lenght up to 500 cm)
| Country | Delivery cost for kayak shippment: | Free shipping from purchase: |
| Slovakia | 95€ | 3 000€ |
| Austria | 95€ | 3 000€ |
| DE, HU, PL, SLO | 119-139€ | 3 000€ |
| Switzerland | 139€ | 3 000€ |
| France | 159€ | 3 000€ |
Acceptance and complaints
- When taking over the shipment, it is necessary to check the packaging of the shipment - an obvious defect (damage to the packaging) must be reported immediately and noted in the waybill.
- It is thus possible to accept the shipment even with this defect without worrying about the subsequent application of any damage.
- Check the contents of the shipment after the driver's departure, the driver does not wait for the contents to be checked during delivery - hidden defects can be reported within 3 days after receiving the shipment and request a damage report.
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Veslařská ulice 26
624 00 Brno
Česká republika
Email: info@vodacke-centrum.cz
Phone: +420 737 332 592
