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Old 07-15-2018, 01:48 PM   #1
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Seakeeper for a Kayak???

Just for the sake of conversation, I wonder if somebody will ever engineer a compact gyroscopic stabilizer for a kayak. After seeing this device by ‘Seakeeper’, I thought only military tactical vehicles only had such applications for stabilization, but now I’m wondering if anybody would build one for a better kayak experience.

If it is possible, it will probably take some serious battery power.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwQbtU6Wa04

https://www.seakeeper.com

https://www.instagram.com/seakeeper_inc/
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Old 07-15-2018, 03:24 PM   #2
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Franks got one on order for his Super 17 PA.
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Old 07-15-2018, 04:06 PM   #3
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Probably not the best idea for a kayak (or anything else with a low rail). Swell and chop will just pour over the side if you cannot roll with it.
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Old 07-16-2018, 06:35 AM   #4
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They have them in a couple Radio Controlled car applications, but I agree with the post above. Gotta roll with motion of the ocean.
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Old 07-16-2018, 07:39 AM   #5
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Thought about this a few years ago when I first saw the seakeeper. It sure would make a fast skinny yak more comfortable for us old balance-challenged guys. We'd probably beach land our yaks sideways without even needing to brace as well.
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