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Advanced Elements Backbone Internal Kayak Frame - AdvancedFrame Single Kayak

Advanced Elements Backbone Internal Kayak Frame - AdvancedFrame Single Kayak

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This addition to your AdvancedFrame Single Kayak will improve tracking and rigidity during less than perfect conditions on the water.

  • The Backbone is inserted underneath the floor panel and runs the entire length of the kayak preventing the kayak from flexing while paddling
  • Collapsible design allows you to store the Backbone in the kayak's storage bag
  • Install the Backbone prior to inflating your kayak

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Advanced Elements Backbone Internal Kayak Frame - AdvancedFrame Single Kayak Specs
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Anodized aluminum/polypropylene/EVA foam sleeve
79.5 inches
6.5 inches
2 lbs. 14 oz.
27.75 x 6.75 x 3.5 inches
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Advanced Elements Backbone Internal Kayak Frame - AdvancedFrame Single Kayak Customer Reviews

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Jul

9

2009

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

An absolute must buy for any AE kayak.

By McCracAttack

from Ashville, NC

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Pros

  • Collapsible
  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Not Included With Kayak

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    Comments about Advanced Elements Backbone Internal Kayak Frame - AdvancedFrame Single Kayak:

    The Backbone provides an amazing performance boost to the Advanced Frame inflatable kayak. Everything from speed, rigidity, and the way you glide through the water improves drastically. Having used my AE kayak for a week without it I can't imagine why they don't just include one with the kayak. I would have trouble recommending an AE kayak without one. It takes your kayak from "Neat." to "YEAH! Now what?!"

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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    19

    2010

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Definetely Worth Getting

    By kitco

    from Northern VA

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          Comments about Advanced Elements Backbone Internal Kayak Frame - AdvancedFrame Single Kayak:

          This item is perhaps the only after-market accessory worth getting for the Advanced Element. Before I had the backbone, paddling the kayak was like dragging an anchor. Now the kayak feels nearly as fast as a hard shell. Paddling effort is much reduced. On the downside, the kayak is a little less stable (not a big deal to me). Also, you are more likely to get stuck in shallow waters. But overall very well recommended.

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          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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