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Effortless Kayaking, Motorised by the Sun’s Rays

By Charlie White on November 28, 2007 at 2:46 AM

SPK1_front.jpgIf you’re too lazy to paddle your own kayak, the solar-powered SPK-1 outrigger can harness the energy of the sun to get you on your way. Three big solar panels on this kayak-mounted attachment feed power to a silent-running electric trolling motor with 36 pounds of thrust. On the next page, take a look at a detailed diagram of the SPK-1.SPKcallout2Web.jpg

The outrigger attachment, including the frame, motor, waterproofed battery in the flotation pod compartment, and solar cells with a 120-volt charger retails for $US1100. Or, you could just get a real kayaker to shoot some video of a kayak trip, and then just watch it in the comfort of your own home. Sheesh. [Solar Powered Kayak]

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  • Judy Mahony
    December 1, 2007 at 1:48 AM

    Tell me more about availability in Western Australia.

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