Pyranha

PLASTIC Making significant developments every year and working at the forefront of polymer technologies means that the most up to date polymer alloy is always used in the production of your kayak. The polymer alloy creates a balance between impact resistance, allowing bounce and shock absorbency and stiffness to create a safety cage around you and give the best hull performance. Additives are used to help knit these polymers together, give UV and weather protection, prevent colour fade and protect the plastic during processing and throughout the life of the kayak. This means that your Pyranha Kayak will stay stronger and looking good for longer. PROCESSING AND PRODUCTION Pyranha’s production facility including custom built more energy efficient ovens are the most advanced in the industry allowing them to truly get the best performance out of the plastics they use. First in the industry to develop the computer controlled molding process, Pyranha have continued to evolve the rotomoulding process since 1983. They have been producing variable thickness kayak shells for 26 years optimising performance and weight and maximising durability and safety. TESTING AND QUALITY CONTROL Keeping high standards of quality is a top priority at Pyranha and every effort is made to ensure each boat that leaves the factory is tough enough to be used in the harshest conditions. Since 1995 every plastic development and new colour has been independently tested for impact and toughness and the quality control process exists throughout the whole manufacturing process. ENVIRONMENT Pyranha have been industry leaders in energy efficiency for many years and their new factory has given a 25% reduction in gas usage due to the best heat retention systems and lowest energy utilization per kayak, making them the most progressive rotomoulders in the industry. They've been regranulating and recycling their waste polyethylene since the mid 90s - way before most companies even thought about their environmental impact. Pyranha recycle all waste polyethylene from both roto moulding and vacuum forming and also recycle all waste cardboard, paper and plastics. Pyranha actually use some of their seat and backrest supplier's foam waste from making 'body armour' (rugby and football) to package the ends of Pyranha kayaks. OUTFITTING The outfitting in your kayak is vital to your comfort, safety and overall performance on the water. Pyranha’s outfitting systems have been developed over the last 40+years and incorporate the adjustability and security you demand from a white water kayak. Their outfitting coupled with the variable thickness hull structure of the kayaks shell create a safety cage around you.