The Bic Bilbao Fishing kayak
this is my first impresions review of this kayak
the first thing you wil notice with the bilbao is the quality of
the build its superb evert thing about this kayak is well thought
out
from the tri shape hull design to the placement of the
handles
the kayak comes surplied with the following
Integrated footrests * Seat EVA foam cushioning
Front EVA foam cushioning * Safety grab lines
Stern protector + wheel * Drink holder
Reserve buoyancy * Inserts for backrests
Bow protector * Rubber carry handles
Mooring straps * Accessory stowing mesh
Nestable watertight front hatch * Nestbale watertight rear
hatch
Rear rod holders x2 * Paddle leash
Self draining scuppers x 2
This first photo shows the bilbao with a deluxe angling
seat this seat is an add on
Please note the drain plug is above the waterline so no chance of
any water ingress
The bilbao is 9ft10inches long and 31 inches wide it weighs 50lbs
.
It is made from high quality thermoformed polyethylene and its
maximum load is 264lbs
The sleek designed hull is very quick through the water
.
The bilbao boasts a host of clever design features such as the
small cargo net at the front this is in an ideal position for
tucking your paddle blade in to while fishing .
There are 2 drain scuppers in the cockpit area one under the seat
and another by your feet so any water quickly drains
away
The front carry handle is central so carrying or pulling this kayak is very easy
2 caped rod holders are fitted to the kayak and we
found them easy to reach
Also note the clever cross straps these not only make sure your
hatch can not come off they are also elasticised so tackle boxes
can be slotted under them for safe keeping
The deep cockpit design gives a lot of leg space and plenty of room to handle your fish while fishing
Note the fittings used to secure the net these are very neat and the handy hatch at the front
In the large rear tankwell is another surprise the
seating area has a closed cell foam all around it this is an
additional safety feature which is your reserve buyancy should the
kayak fill with water it still would not sink
Note the raised hatch cover frame this is to stop any water ingress
through the hatches
The wheel and black rubbing strip at each end of the kayak can be re-placed should the need arise
The incorporated rear wheel is very handy for moving
the kayak to and from the beach
All in all I think bic have a superb kayak here it has been very
well thought out.
It has a lot of features for kayak under 10ft we found it very
stable and really enjoyed paddling it.
The kayak tracked very well and turned on a dime the quality of the
build is superb
And very robust the kayak retails for £529.00 and is very good
value for that.
