A First of Its Kind
What sets the TravelYak SPLIT apart?
It’s a sectional, sit-on-top sea kayak featuring individually sealed, nesting components crafted from premium hand-laminated fiberglass and optional carbon composites. Each section nestles inside the other, significantly decreasing the overall packed size—without compromising on strength, safety, or performance.
PaddleYak® Kayaks SA—the innovators behind the award-winning hybrid sit- in/sit-on PaddleYak® Swift and Fusion kayaks—are proud to introduce the PY TravelYak SPLIT: a truly portable, high-performance sectional sea kayak.
Originally designed and developed by Johan Loots, founder of Sea Kayak Productions CC, the TravelYak SPLIT is built for modern adventurers who want freedom without compromise. This sea-worthy sit-on-top kayak separates into compact, nesting sections that fit neatly into a travel bag—making it easy to transport by car, taxi, bus, train, plane, or even yacht. It can be checked in on most airlines as sports luggage.
No complicated setup. The TravelYak SPLIT can be assembled within a
minute with practice.
Composite construction offers:
Reduced weight
Superior speed and handling
Greater design efficiency
Take your kayak anywhere:
Fits inside most vehicles, either nesting or as separate parts
Ideal for air travel
Perfect for remote expeditions
When packed, the TravelYak SPLIT is reduced to roughly:
One-third of its full length
Half its overall volume (when measured as a rectangular cube)
The result? A kayak that’s easier to store, transport, and take anywhere your
adventures lead.
The TravelYak SPLIT is a sectional, sit-on-top sea kayak designed for portability and high performance. Its unique design features individually sealed and nesting components made from premium hand-laminated fiberglass and optional carbon composites, allowing it to be significantly more compact when packed while maintaining strength and safety during use. This makes it the first of its kind in the market! Each section fits seamlessly into one another, ensuring ease of transport without sacrificing kayak functionality or performance! Enjoy hassle-free adventures on the water! Here's to freedom!
The TravelYak SPLIT is ideal for:
Paddlers with limited storage space
Paddler seeking an easier way to carry and transport their kayak
Travellers wanting to take their own kayak anywhere
Adventurers exploring remote or hard-to-reach locations
Boaters looking for a compact onboard kayak solution
Anyone seeking performance and portability in one craft
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LoreThis innovative design gives you the best of both worlds:
The safety and versatility of a sit-on-top kayak
The performance of a composite sea kayak
The portability of a compact, travel-ready system
