TRAK Kayaks T-1600 User manual

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Everything you ever wanted in one kayak...
Introducing the world’s rst Adaptable Kayak™.
Performance.
TRAK changes shape, which changes everything. Hydraulics inside the TRAK cockpit
enable you to instantly shift the shape of the kayak’s hull for optimum performance
in any wind or water conditions. Set your TRAK for straight speed. Then shift its shape
to turn on a dime or neutralize a cross-wind without a rudder.
Portability.
TRAK comes in a stylish OGIO® designed, wheeled pack that provides light weight,
go anywhere portability. It goes from pack to water – or back again – in 10 minutes
or less. There are only 8 pieces and 7 easy steps in assembling your TRAK.
Durability.
TRAK is tough as nails. Drag it, drop it, surf it, rock it. Our expedition-grade materials
make it the most durable high performance kayak available.
What’s it like to paddle a TRAK?
Like nothing else. You might think of it as all-wheel-drive in a land vehicle or gears on
a bike. Only better. TRAK simply performs unlike any kayak ever made. We promise.
TRAK is the rst folding kayak that
keeps up with a hard-shell kayak
in speed and performance.
Canoe & Kayak
Custom OGIO®
designed pack

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Shape shifting performance included.
No rocker for maximum speed (tracking):
TRAK is the only high performing kayak that goes in a pack. Plus it changes shape for optimal performance in any conditions.
TRAK provides the ultimate paddling experience, for beginners and experts.
Rocker for eortless maneuverability:
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“TRAK brings us the world’s best...Beginners will dig this easy to use system. Experts will have a eld day. National Geographic Adventure

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Ken Whiting,
world kayaking champion
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“TRAK has made the
ultimate sea kayak.
It’s fast when you
want speed, it’s easy
to turn when you need
maneuverability, and
it goes in a pack at the
end of the day. TRAK is
in a class by itself.

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TEN-&-IN Portability: 7 steps, 8 pieces, 10 minutes, no joke.
The TRAK kayak goes from pack to water,
or back again, in 10 minutes or less.
Performance, meet portability.
TRAK ts neatly into a stylish 52-inch OGIO® designed
pack. It’s durable, airline-friendly, condo-compatible
and trunk-able, so you can go almost anywhere with
your kayak.
To help you master the TEN-&-IN assembly,
we include simple“play by play” photo and DVD
Quickstart guides.
Neoprene Sprayskirt
Stern Frame
Ultra-strong Coaming Command Seat
Bow Frame
Float Bags
Tri-active Performance System (TPS)
Jacks
PolyTRAK Shell™
Bow Frame
Included:
Custom Sprayskirt
The TRAK Sprayskirt is designed
to provide you with watertight
access to the Tri-active Performance
System through an access pouch.
It features neoprene construction
with a tensioned deck stay and
removable shoulder straps.

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VariTRAK Adjustable Rocker™
Micro-adjust the curvature of the hull for dierent paddling conditions.
· The upward curvature of the hull can be dramatically increased
along the entire keel line.
· The result is that TRAK can change shape in seconds from fast tracking to
eortless turning and everything in between.
· With a long water line (no rocker), the kayak will go straight
and fast (track eciently).
· With a shorter water line (extreme curvature or rocker) the kayak is
exceptionally easy to maneuver and will be more responsive and playful.
“The ultimate kayak.” (Their words, not ours.)
You might say TRAK is obedient and smart. Others just call it amazing. The key is its ability to change shape.
No Rocker = Speed
Neutral Trim:
Trim Adjusted Right:
Trim Adjusted Left:
Rocker = Maneuverability
Tri-active Performance System™ (TPS)
TPS is what allows TRAK to perform like no other kayak ever created.
• TPSiscomprisedofthreeself-containedhydraulicjacks,locatedinthecockpit.
• Allpartsaremadefromstainlesssteelandanodizedaerospace-gradealuminum,
and are corrosion resistant.
• Thehandleoneachjackincreasestherigidityandallowsthekayaktochange
shape with every pull. A quick release valve returns the kayak to neutral.
VariTRIM Lateral Adjustment™
Micro-adjust the gunwales to track without a rudder.
• Theentirelengthofthekayakarcstoprovidelateralresistancetomitigate
weathercocking and eliminate paddling fatigue over long distances.
• Theresultisitsabilitytoeortlesslyneutralizecrosswinds.
• Italsoprovidesergonomicadvantages.Mostofushaveadominantarm,
and when kayaking have to compensate for this by paddling harder on one
side, even if we don’t realize it. TRAK can be adjusted to compensate for this
dierential to achieve balanced paddling strokes.

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Keder Storage System™
Loading and unloading your kayak is easier
than ever.
• OurKederStorageSystemisanaluminum
extrusion sliding on a track that provides
quick and easy access to your gear.
• Whenopenitprovidescompleteaccess
to the ample storage cavity inside the stern.
• Whencloseditprovidesafail-safewater
tight seal.
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PolyTRAK Shell™
Unmatched durability.
• Ourexclusive,expedition-gradePolyTRAK
shell is completely waterproof and virtually
puncture proof and abrasion resistant.
• Custompolyurethanematerialandindestruc-
tible welded seams make TRAK the toughest
and most durable kayak on the market.
• ThisgivesTRAKpaddlerstheoptiontohandle
rough seas and rivers (Class 4) water and the
condence to tread any rocky shore.
Adjustable Thigh Braces
From aggressive control to nothing at all.
• Easytousehardwareallowsyoutoadjustthe
position of the braces along the coaming, or
remove them entirely.
• Foracomfortablet,thebracesarepadded.
• Thereare32uniquepositionsinall.
DuraTRAK™ Frame
Exceptionally light weight and strong.
• OurDuraTRAKframeisconstructedfrom
aerospace-grade aluminum for strength,
lightness and rigidity.
• Theentireframeisanodizedtoprotect
against corrosion and wear.
• Alltubing,ribsandpartsareconnectedwith
shock-cording, so there are no loose pieces.
• Theatproleribs,ultra-strongcoaming
and other parts are made from extremely
durable urethane.
Command Seat
Designed with comfort in mind.
• TheTRAKseatislockedintotheframeand
coaming to provide all the stability and
control a performance kayak seat should oer.
• TheCommandSeathasapaddedcushion
and an adjustable back rest.
The [VariTRIM Lateral Adjustment] works perfectly for osetting weathercocking…The T-1600 will raise the bar. Sea Kayaker

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Our story of inspiration and engineering.
From the beginning, TRAK was designed to be the world’s best kayak. Its inspiration came simply
from a love of paddling and a curiosity about how kayaks perform.
In recent decades, almost every other sport had witnessed a revolution in equipment technology
with the introduction of new materials, engineering and design. At TRAK, we thought it was time
for the kayak to see such a transformation. And so our design team set out to create a kayak that
answered the challenges of the paddling world.
When purchasing a kayak, you were always forced to make a compromising choice between a kayak
built for speed or one built for maneuverability. And you’d have to make an even greater compromise
on performance if you wanted a kayak that could easily travel with you.
Merelyimprovinguponwhatwasalreadyavailablewasn’tasolution.Werecognizedthatinorder
to achieve our aim we had to create a new category of kayak – the Adaptable Kayak.
What would the Adaptable Kayak look like, and how would it perform? It would combine these
benets in a single kayak: tracking, maneuverability, portability, and durability. It would instantly
respond to changing environments and perform in any wind or water conditions. And it would be
enjoyed by both experts and beginners. The result is the TRAK paddling experience.
TRAK was not created to be the best“folding kayak” (which it is). TRAK was created to be a
performance kayak, and it just happens to go in a pack. With TRAK there are no compromises,
unless you choose not to paddle one. Our promise is years and years of value and enjoyment.
It’s time to“Rethink Kayak.”

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Gary and Joanie McGun
authors, photographers, conservationists
and TRAK enthusiasts

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The verdict is in.
And here’s what they’re saying:
“Wow, I was impressed. This is a boat you can trim to suit individual
comfort and skill levels and the conditions that you are paddling in.
And it’s easy and light to transport . . . I love it!”
Sarah Nicholson – Courtney, British Columbia, Canada
“That was one very sweet paddling experience. I was able to paddle
more eciently than I ever have before. I really am happy with the boat,
and I think we’ll have lots of adventures together. ”
Katherine Hughes – Waukegan, Illinois, United States
“It handles great. I’m impressed with how easily it went together.
I’ve assembled and paddled lots of Feathercraft and this is way easier.
The VariTRAK performed as I expected it to – quite a dierence between
cranked up and no rocker.”
Mark Scriver – Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
“Wow – what a great kayak! The performance is beyond my expectations.”
Mark Bunzel – Anacortes, Washington, United States
“I have wanted my own kayak for many years. Finding a place to store the
boat and carry it was always an issue. Coming from the outdoor industry
I was also was not willing to compromise on performance at all. This new
kayak has it all: packability, performance… pure perfection. Kayak travel
will never be the same.”
Treya Klassen – Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
A world champion and his TRAK.
Ken was the 1997/98 World Freestyle Kayaking Champion, the 1998 Japan Open
Champion, and a ve-time Canadian National Champion in freestyle kayaking.
His passion for paddling extends to sea kayaking, and he is co-author of two best-
selling books and a DVD on the subject, available through The Heliconia Press.
He started an industry-leading kayak school, founded the Canadian Freestyle
Kayaking Association, wrote and produced a best-selling and award-winning
series of kayaking instructional books and videos, was nominated in 2006 for an
EverestOutdoorAchievementAward,andwasrecognizedbyPaddlerMagazine
in 2000 as one of their “Paddlers of the Century”.
He’s also the world’s most enthusiastic TRAK owner.
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“Every so often a sport will witness a revolutionary development.
Thanks to TRAK, sea kayaking will never be the same.
The idea that TRAK performs like a high-end composite boat
and can be put into a golf bag sized pack makes it remarkable.
The fact that you can also change its rocker makes it exceptional.
Ken Whiting, world kayaking champion

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Specications: Optional Accessories:
T-1600
Model:
Length: 16 ft | 4.88 m
Width: 22.50 in | 57.15 cm
Cockpit size: 16.5 x 31.75 in | 41.91 x 80.65 cm
Weight: 48 lbs | 21.77 kg
Weight in pack: 63 lbs | 28.58 kg
Volume: 50 gal | 189 L
Payload: 292 lbs | 132.45 kg
Pack size: 52 x 17 x 15 in | 132.08 x 43.18 x 38.10 cm
Assembly time: 10 minutes or less
Number of parts: 8
Tri-active Performance System: yes
Colors:
Sprayskirt: Included
Warranty: 5 years
Paddling experience: Beginner to Expert
Water types: All
Green Gold
Sea Sock
For increased safety you may wish to paddle with a sea
sock. The sock secures snuggly around the coaming
and ts loosely around your legs. It keeps the water
and sand out of your kayak for a clean and dry boat.
Float bags are included with your kayak, so the sea
sockisnotrequiredforotation.
Material:
Nylon construction with a polyurethane coating.
Size: 57 in x 16.5 x31.75 in / 144.78 x 41.91x80.65 cm
5-Year Warranty:
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee:
Every TRAK comes with a standard 5-year warranty. And here’s our warranty promise: if it’s our fault, we’ll x or
replace it. If it’s your fault, we’ll work with you to get you paddling again. We use common sense when it comes
to these things, and know you will too.
We’re so sure you’ll be satised with your TRAK, we oer a full 30-day, no hassle money back guarantee.
We’ll even pay the return shipping.

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Why buy a TRAK?
Suddenly, there’s no reason not to kayak...
It changes shape.
• paddlestraightandfast,thenturnonadime
• nootherkayakintheworldhasthiscapability
It’s portable, really portable.
• gofrompacktowaterin10minutesorless
• stylish,airline-friendly,golfbag-sizedpack
High end performance.
• fastandresponsive
• unmatchedmaneuverability
Rock-scraping durability.
• military-gradeshell
• aerospace-gradealuminumframe
• sunandsaltresistantforyearsandyearsofuse
More fun for beginners and experts.
• spinaseakayak,thentrackstraightandfast
• maximumcontroloverwaterandwind
conditions
• takeitanywhere,intown,onvacation,
across the ocean
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