I think that both Ocean Kayak and Malibu could do a better job of quality control. Rotomolding has some inherent deficiencies. I'd like to think that the manufacturers realize that and would thoroughly check their product before it goes out the door. Unfortunately, it would seem that they only make cursory inspections for holes and blemishes. I understand that extensive quality assurance checks can be costly, but the cost of a product failure on the water could be significant. These companies know where and how their products are being used. They work closely with their retailers and all of the major brands sponsor kayak fisherman. They are well aware that their customers routinely fish in waters where a hull failure could be disastrous. If nothing else, you would think that the threat of law suits would lead them to be a little more concerned with quality.
I've heard that OK supplied one of the fishing resorts in Mexico with Prowlers that were molded to a greater thickness to withstand the rigors of daily rental use. I am sure that they are somewhat heavier than the standard yaks, but I would gladly accept that trade-off; weight for confidence.
I've heard that OK supplied one of the fishing resorts in Mexico with Prowlers that were molded to a greater thickness to withstand the rigors of daily rental use. I am sure that they are somewhat heavier than the standard yaks, but I would gladly accept that trade-off; weight for confidence.
