Question 1

How comfortable is this kayak?  Is it hard to paddle from such an elevated seat?

Accepted Answer

I’m a long time recreational/touring  kayaker and was worried that the higher center of gravity might be an issue but I have had no problems at all - even paddling with multiple dogs moving around. And the higher sear makes it so much easier to board and get off, which in flat/calm waters are the most likely times you will capsize.  I’ve paddled in heavy chop and class 1and 2 with no problems.

Question 2

Anyone know how large the under seat storage is? What are the dimensions or what is the volume (or how many beer cans will fit)?

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10” (L) x 11.5” (W) x 5” (D)
The actual box is 6.5” deep, but the seat/lid recesses into the area by 1.5”

Melanie

Question 3

I lost my fin for my perception highlife kayak paddle board hybrid where can I find a replacement fan

Accepted Answer

Fins Unlimited, makes fins for surfboards that will fit in the Hi Life. I have one in mine currently because I wanted a smaller fin for shallow sand bars.  If you live near a surf shop, they can help you out.  Or I'm sure they have a website, also Surf Source a surfing supplier carries a large variety of fins. The Hi Life can use plastic, preferred, or fiberglass,expensive. But they must fit the Fins Unlimited template, which is, a horizontal metal bar at the rear fin base that slides down the channel on Hi Life fin box. And a vertical hole just in front of the forward fin base for the set screw, which must align with Hi Life fin box. Any surfboard fin that fits in a Fins Unlimited fin box should fit the Hi Life.

Question 4

I’d like to use this in class 1 and 2 whitewater but will def need some foot braces. Are these available to somehow snap onto that lengthwise  rail?

Accepted Answer

The Hi Life is specifically designed for paddling on flatter water but it may be possible to retro fit an after-market footbrace kit if needed.

ASIN	B07HR6H34M
Best Sellers Rank	#260,532 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #31 in Fishing Kayaks
Brand	Perception
Brand Name	Perception
Color	Déjà vu
Date First Available	September 1, 2018
Global Trade Identification Number	00729282112408
Included Components	Kayak
Item Dimensions LxWxH	132 x 34 x 9 inches
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H	135 x 32 x 10 inches
Item Weight	55 Pounds
Manufacturer	Confluence Outdoors
Material	Polyethylene (PE)
Model Name	Hi Life
Number of Items	1
Package Weight	26.76 Kilograms
Part Number	9351599174
Product Dimensions	132"L x 34"W x 9"H
Seating Capacity	1
Size	11'
Style	Kayak
Suggested Users	unisex-adult
UPC	729282112408
Warranty Description	5 years limited warranty against material or manufacturing defects in the hull and deck and 1 year on installed accessories
Weight Limit	280 Pounds

Perception Hi Life | Sit on Top Kayak for Adults | Hybrid SUP Stand up Paddle Board Kayak

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