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- Tue Jul 10, 2018 3:06 am
- Forum: Stories & Blogs
- Topic: Praise
- Replies: 0
- Views: 8488
Praise
In praise of AE Convertible I have now owned my AE Convertible for over 10 years. During that time I have used it frequently in Scottish seas and lochs and French seas and rivers. It has performed and worn well in that time. Apart from a slight fading the fabric has remained fairly much as new. I ha...
- Sat Jun 30, 2012 9:39 am
- Forum: Misc.
- Topic: wind paddle sail vs rapid sale
- Replies: 5
- Views: 12862
- Sat Jun 30, 2012 9:34 am
- Forum: Backbones
- Topic: Advantages of backbone?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 41822
Hi Just a word in support of the backbone. I have had an AE convertible since 2009 without the backbone. The kayak has performed well and we have enjoyed it. However, in waves, even pumped fairly firm there was a flex that both slowed the boat and made it less manageable. The backbone (bought recent...
- Wed May 30, 2012 5:07 am
- Forum: Misc.
- Topic: foam under seats
- Replies: 0
- Views: 5424
foam under seats
In our converible I use foam under the seats for two reasons. Firstly, it gives my smaller wife a bit of a lift and places her in a better paddling position (she has deeper foam than I have). Secondly, the foam lifts the seat sufficiently above the floor to keep it above any water that may be on the...
- Wed May 30, 2012 4:44 am
- Forum: Issues/Problems
- Topic: My AF 1 Review and modifications to make it better!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 21393
I concur about the leaking zips. These are the AE's main weakness in what is otherwise a fine product. I have the convertible which is worse with a zip all around. A question. Once the aquaseal is applied how can you then open the zip if necessary? Does it not gunge up the zip permanently? Re the RV...
- Wed May 30, 2012 4:35 am
- Forum: Issues/Problems
- Topic: Leaking zips
- Replies: 0
- Views: 6084
Leaking zips
The AE convertible is an excellent kayak. The one design fault I have found is leaking zips - especially a problem on the convertible. I have read the other thread on this topic and note advice given. I wondered if any other home solutions have been devised. One help (though not a solution) may be (...
- Wed May 30, 2012 4:24 am
- Forum: Misc.
- Topic: spraydecks
- Replies: 0
- Views: 5517
spraydecks
If you live in the UK, Lomo sell a cheap spraydeck that happens to fit the AE convertible (and presumably other models). The spraydeck that fits is the CUSTOM spraydeck. It is a little tight to get on but does fit - though a little neat. Worth checking out.
- Fri Aug 19, 2011 8:49 am
- Forum: Issues/Problems
- Topic: It's Been Overinflated! Help!
- Replies: 16
- Views: 28036
- Fri Aug 19, 2011 1:39 am
- Forum: Issues/Problems
- Topic: It's Been Overinflated! Help!
- Replies: 16
- Views: 28036
I left my convertible out in the sun in France. I did so day by day. One day there was an almighty explosion heard by everyone in the campsite. Yes, you've guessed it, the main tubes had exploded. I take full responsibility. I inflated a bit too hard in the first place. Each day I wondered if it was...
- Mon May 10, 2010 2:54 am
- Forum: Misc.
- Topic: Advanced Elements 2010 sail
- Replies: 7
- Views: 13445
- Sun May 09, 2010 1:26 pm
- Forum: Misc.
- Topic: Advanced Elements 2010 sail
- Replies: 7
- Views: 13445
Advanced Elements 2010 sail
Has anyone bought the new sail or is there a Youtube test on it?
- Fri Mar 05, 2010 2:49 pm
- Forum: Advanced Frame Convertible & Advanced Frame 2
- Topic: First paddle with new AE convertable
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5978
- Mon Oct 12, 2009 9:40 am
- Forum: Trips & Locations
- Topic: Holidaying in France
- Replies: 6
- Views: 12665
PS On some areas it was possible to arrange a lift back by a hire company for a nominal fee (about £10 max). On the Allier the train runs alongside the river and is excellent for a lift back - in fact our ride was free - despite trying a few times to pay the conductor. I carried Kayak and gear in a...
- Mon Oct 12, 2009 9:31 am
- Forum: Trips & Locations
- Topic: Holidaying in France
- Replies: 6
- Views: 12665
Kayaking Ardeche
I used the AE convertible on all rivers. It was absolutely fine, excellent in fact. We were also on the Allier which although not nearly as busy and commenrcial was a much more interesting river. A very helpful book is The Massif Central. Can't at momenet remember exact title or author but a book wo...
- Mon Sep 21, 2009 9:06 am
- Forum: Paddles
- Topic: Paddle length - what's your choice?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 21339