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Kayak Launch System Demo: Launching a Tandem Kayak From a Dock
I demo the Kayak Launch system with a tandem kayak to show an easier, safer way to launch from a dock or seawall.
What’s in this video
Here I show the Kayak Launch working with a tandem kayak. It’s a ladder, hoist and launch all in one, made to launch kayaks from a dock or seawall in a safer, easier and quicker way. It’s built from welded aluminum and stainless steel, and it’s made by Golden Manufacturing.
Install is quick: four bolts hold it to the seawall or dock. One safety note from Kayak Launch: they don’t recommend sitting in the kayak while you run the winch up or down.
Quick takeaways
- Four bolts hold the Kayak Launch to a seawall or dock.
- Don't sit in the kayak while the winch is moving it up or down.
- It works with a wide range of kayak makes and styles, including tandems.
Gear from this video
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