Sea Kayaks
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What size of outboard motor do I need for a sea kayak?
I know this sounds like I’m losing my marbles, but I really do plan to attach an outboard motor to a sea kayak.
The plan is to use it to commute across Otago Harbour in southern New Zealand on a daily basis, 8 miles each way.
I’ll be using a wetsuit, and I’ll be carrying emergency paddles and a mobile phone, so not to worry.
But I need to find a motor of the right size – I know 150cc inboard jets get kayaks up to 25mph. I’d be happy with half that.
Who makes outboards with, say, 2HP?
As all answers here are very useful, I am putting the question to vote.
Thank you, everybody.
For a 8 mile run daily, i.e. in all weather conditions, a skiff would be a better bet.
You can build a rowing and sailing skiff to power by a small outboard and have a safer, more survivable craft.
If you insist on the kayak for all weather conditions: by all means go for the 2 HP motor if you can mount it.
I encourage you to:
1. consider an alternative craft
2. keep a high index of “no go” weather eye
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