Zest Two EXP High-Capacity Kayak
Ocean Kayak has introduced the Zest Two EXP tandem expedition kayak, an enhanced version of the companys popular Zest Two, a favorite at resorts around the world.
The Zest Two EXP provides a highly stable, open-cockpit, along with ample storage and an efficient hull that handles well in big water. The new boat, which measures just over 16 feet long and 32 inches wide, is designed for diving, fishing, day trips, camping, exploring, nature watching, fitness, and flat-water cruising. The Zest Two EXP can carry up to 600 pounds.
Standard features include two basic seat backs, two molded-in seat wells; molded-in foot wells; two sets of side-mounted carrying handles; bow and stern bungees; deck lines; paddle keepers; and two molded-in cup holders. The oversized stern tank well can store two scuba tanks. Two more tanks can fit in the cockpit area, giving it the capacity to carry up to four total.
For more information on the Zest Two EXP and other Ocean Kayak products, visit www.oceankayak.com.
Aqua-Star LED Torch
The new Aqua-Star LED Torch from Aquatec is a compact, sturdy light excellent as a backup light for night diving or just exploring dark crevices while day diving. It uses a single high-intensity white LED to bring our the best colors of underwater creatures. The body of the light is a super-strong machined aluminum alloy that, combined with the LED light source, make the light nearly indestructible. The light uses two AA batteries to deliver an unusually long 5-7 hours of burn time. Rated for 300 feet the light fits easily into BC pockets.
For more information, visit www.aquatecusa.com on the web.
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