Are Vibe kayaks any good?
Not only are vibe kayaks incredibly popular, but the boats offer cool fishing features at a great price. The vibe line contains a boat for almost every type of angler and nearly all fishing conditions. Since vibe kayaks are a great value, many kayak anglers start with one of their models. Vibe kayaks are made of rotomolded plastic. To make a rotomolded kayak, a mold is filled with powdered plastic. Then, the mold is heated and rotated to melt and spread the plastic. Once the plastic fills every section of the mold, it is cooled and removed from the mold.
How long do kayaks last?
Composite kayaks are very easy to store, generally due to their cost, in a warm covered storage. They are UV coated for long life span and do require roof rack transport. Generally the lifespan from shortest to longest is HDPE for a 5+ years, ABS for 10-15 years, Fiberglass for 10-15 years and Composite for 15+ years. So, how long can you expect your kayak to last? Bottom line: 6-12 years is a pretty typical range for the life span of a kayak. That’s a huge range, you might say.Bottom line: 6-12 years is a pretty typical range for the life span of a kayak. That’s a huge range, you might say. And yes, that is true. An inflatable kayak might last you only a half dozen years; however, a well-maintained, quality kayak can last twice that or much longer – even a lifetime.