Our brand new modular take apart performance touring kayak is here, I'm very proud to introduce the spectacular POINT 65 MERCURY!
It's 413cm/13'7'' long in the solo configuration and 543cm/17'10'' as a tandem.
Just like the Tequila! and Martini it fit's in the back of a small hatchback.
Actually, because the front section fit's in the cockpit it takes even less room than the Martini!
It assembles in seconds flat!
From the back of your car to ready to go on the water within a few minutes.
And what a sweet ride it is! Great tracking, fast and very comfortable and stable
Throw in another mid section and here is a one of a kind, cool performance tandem.
The Mercury is not only an incredibly practical kayak to haul, store and carry -it looks and performs sensational!
Zoe going for it
The large keel rudder has an integrated skeg that deploys when you
want extra maneuverability or tracking.
want extra maneuverability or tracking.
13 comments:
The nesting forward section for greater LOA and the improved rudder with skeg... It makes me think about trading up from my Martini (which I love).
Are these being sold in the US yet? Havent been able to find one. Would love to give one as a gift to my daughter.
Can't wait for the Mercury to hit Australian shores - any idea when this might be and how much it will retail for in the tandem configuration?
Dear Sharon. We are waiting for some orders from Australia so I can't give you more info than that at this time.
Cheers
Richard
Astonishing :)
Will it be compliant to the Division 240 french regulation as the Martini seems to be? And where to buy it in France?
Thanks Emmanuel
Hi Emmanuel. I'm sure it will be. We are still waiting on feedback on where it will be available next year. Keep your eyes on www.point65.com
Happy Paddling!
Richard
Thanks for the quick and affirmative answer. As you live in France, is it possible to try it already :)
Thanks
Emmanuel
Hi Sharon. You can contact our distributor in France for a possible test ride:
armelle.cohuet (at) toad.fr
The Martini was limited to open sea with waves up to 3 feet. Could we expect the Mercury going over this limit? I have seen it is not for surfing but how does the Mercury behave on disordered sea condition 1.5m swell generating choppy waves due to proximity of rocks? Does it feel like a rigid plastic kayak or do you feel some undulation from separations?
Thanks Emmanuel
PS: I have contacted Armelle ;)
We just got the Mercury with 2 cockpits. Got it together easily but it won't come apart. Have called IMarine who sold it but they don't have the answer. Can you help? Actually, the nose came off quite easily. It's the cockpit sections that are being VERY stubborn.
Hi Bunny, it's real easy. We are still working on the video manual but here a raw copy for you:
http://hb3.smugmug.com/Commercial/Bean/Kayak-Assembly/27291927_sSpFpB#!i=2293527125&k=LtbFqvj
Happy Paddling!
Richard
Bunny,
To disassemble the Mercury straddle the cockpit facing the stern. Push the black buckle levers back while pulling and lifting the cockpit forward with your fingers. Bunny we not only sell Point65 kayaks we actually use them. We are avid lake, river and ocean kayakers here at GoingGreenTrading.com. We can answer any questions you have. Kayaks@goinggreentrading.com
The Mercury is far and away the best modular kayak Point 65 has produced so far. Fast and nimble! Great job Richard!!!
Phil, thanks for stepping in!
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