Wavy Hull - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Dave Legacy · 07-09-2016, 12:51 PM

Hey dudes,

It seems like no matter how hard I try to care for my kayak it just inevitable takes a beating. I have a Malibu Pro 2 Tandem and the hull has become quite warped and wavy from being up on the Thule roof saddles and possible even my wheeled cart. I'm using the Thule straps (not ratcheting) and still my hull is getting crushed.

Today I let the hull warm in the sun and used a little hot water to warm the area for minimal gains (didn't want to get too nuts with the heat especially around the scuppers!). Doesn't seem like I'm going to get much better than this, so...

How big of a deal is it to have a wavy hull?

Do all rotomolded kayaks suffer from this or are Malibu Kayaks more prone to it? If this is a Malibu thing I might consider a different kayak maker next time around.

Best regards,

Dave

07-09-2016, 12:51 PM	#1
Dave Legacy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Hacienda Heights, CA Posts: 427	Wavy Hull Hey dudes, It seems like no matter how hard I try to care for my kayak it just inevitable takes a beating. I have a Malibu Pro 2 Tandem and the hull has become quite warped and wavy from being up on the Thule roof saddles and possible even my wheeled cart. I'm using the Thule straps (not ratcheting) and still my hull is getting crushed. Today I let the hull warm in the sun and used a little hot water to warm the area for minimal gains (didn't want to get too nuts with the heat especially around the scuppers!). Doesn't seem like I'm going to get much better than this, so... How big of a deal is it to have a wavy hull? Do all rotomolded kayaks suffer from this or are Malibu Kayaks more prone to it? If this is a Malibu thing I might consider a different kayak maker next time around. Best regards, Dave