Zelgear kayaks and catarafts with inflatable frame - new catalogue 2023!

ZELGEAR KAYAKS, CATARAFTS WITH INFLATABLE FRAME

Bukanov Ievgenii Inventor. Developer. Engineer.

Traveller.

From 2023 - Defender of Ukraine

DEAR PADDLING TRAVELERS! For many years, since 1999, we have been designing and manufacturing water sports equipment - inflatable kayaks, catarafts and accessories. We love to invent new things, test equipment and find creative solutions for ordinary things.

We want to make water sport closer to people, wish more people could spend time on the water with pleasure, so we try to make the boats easy setting, safe and comfortable.

Our main feature is the innovative and unique design of our products. We have always found our own technical solutions, combining different types of materials in order to create boats with the best paddling properties and make them reliable for years.

In the design of Zelgear kayaks, you will find many thoughtful and ergonomic details. Quick assembly (inflating) + excellent paddling performance: all for the convenience and comfort of the user.

All kayaks and catarafts are made in Ukraine, at a factory located in the suburbs of Kyiv. For more than a year, our country has been fighting for the freedom of our people. Despite this, we have added several new items to the Zelgear range.

Paddle with confidence, find your passion, improve your technique, and most importantly - enjoy your time on the water!

Sincerely, Bukanov Ievgenii and ZelgearTeam

CONTOUR-2

CONTOUR CATARAFTS Our Frameless Cataraft can be inflated in just 10 minutes and ready to navigate through any type of H20 surface, from calm to class 4 rapids. It is lightweight and durable.

Contour Cats - our traditional "sit-on-top" series of catarafts. Paddlers sit on top of the main tubes, anchoring both feet to the floor using foot straps or footwells and optional thigh braces. Body position is slightly twisted, as common with river rafts.

Having less bottom drag and thus, being faster and easier to handle than flat-bottom rafts, these Cats are ideal for long distance river touring.

One of the advantages over rafts of similar size is the total carrying weight is so much lighter.

Cats fits into a single compact backpack and is easily carried by one person.

Raised central floors with multiple drops and D-rings provide ample space and attachment points for your camping gear.

We care about quality of our products and always use best available materials to make sure our boats will give you long and nearly care-free service.

Our Catarafts are constructed from high quality German HeyTex PVC fabric 850 g/m2, YKK hardware, Scoprega inlet valves, pressure relief valves and pumps.

Contour-2 is suitable for 2 paddlers. Frameless design allows for greater force distribution and shock absorbency, when cataraft hits the rock or anvother obstacle.

These cats are virtually unbreakable!

Contour-2 Swicha river, Ukraine

CONTOUR-4

Paddlers are seated on top of the main tubes with both legs in the raft. The cataraft design makes river touring much easier than the heavyweight rafts which has a fair bit of drag.

Cats have a smaller surface in contact with the water (compared with ordinary rafts) and therefore can travel faster, EG least effort required to paddle and turn the Cat.

Contour-2

Contour-4 475 cm (187‘) 190 cm (75’) 21 kg (46 lb) 23 kg (51 lb) 50 cm (110’) 400 kg (880 lb) 4 prs

The creative newest update of the cataraft is a removable additional sewn seat with an inflatable perimeter.

This seat provides a reliable fixation, so you will feel even more protected and confident when crossing rapids on WW.

90 x 55 x 30 cm (35’ x 20‘ x 12’) 5 Foot and thigh straps.

Sit-on-top main tubes

Foot and thigh straps.

Sit-on-top main tubes

Main tubes - 0.35 bar, Main tubes - 0.35 bar, cross tubes 0.22 bar cross tubes 0.22 bar HP valves- Scpprega (Italy) HP valves- Scpprega (Italy) Automatic air bleed valves Automatic air bleed valves on all inflatable sections, on all inflatable sections, Scoprega (Italy) Scoprega (Italy)

10 min

15 min

Thigh Straps - set of 2 carry bag repair kit hand air pump instructions manual

Thigh Straps - set of 4 carry bag repair kit hand air pump instructions manual

Comfortable rafting seats, portability, short assembly (inflate) time and light weight contribute to the advantages of this model's design.

Nothing but

SPARK

Featuring dynamic and elegant style that is backed up by outstanding performance and advanced technology Zelgear`s SPARK kayak models offer you everything you are looking for in a premium kayak.

It is just perfect for anyone who wishes to switch from a folding boat to an inflatable kayak: robust, comfortable and ready to use in no time. Gives a professional dimension to the joy of perfect gliding.

Inflatable floor is made of high-pressure drop-stitch material, with inflatable stems at nose and stern. It is a unique development, that forms the kayak's configuration.

Due to inflatable stem, the kayak cuts through the water and keeps the course perfectly!

Offered in 370, 450 and 520 length options, Zelgear`s best-selling SPARK range gives everybody the opportunity to experience perfect SPARK style and exiting performance!

Each side tube has the longitudinal partition that makes kayak much narrower than other inflatable models and save the internal space to accommodate the load (equipment).

Spark kayaks have not only profiled side-tubes but also profiled bottom!

V-shaped bottom together with inflatable stems is just a perfect decision!

Thus, the kayak is speedy and has great yaw stability.

New SPARK kayaks are well-balanced and multi-functional.

The SPARK models make every journey more enjoyable!

SPARK 370

If you are looking for a kayak for medium distance solo trips, you will hardly find a better model on the touring kayak market.

Elegant spacious model for solo paddling.

Great for relaxing tandem daily trips.

370 cm

42 cm

SPARK 370 is an excellent choice for sophisticated tourists for travelling on rivers, lakes and along coastlines.

Kayak Spark-370 with all the advantages of inflatable kayaks has excellent paddling properties, high reliability and versatility.

Length

370 cm

Width Kayak weight (Net weight) Kayak weight (packed)

83 cm

19 kg

Carrying capacity Passenger capacity

180 kg 1-2 prs

Dimensions in packaging backpack

90x55x25 cm

Safety valves Inflation time Included accessories

60 cm

120 cm

d = 18 cm

60 cm

107 cm

107 cm

61 cm

17 kg

Automatic air bleed valves on main chambers, Scoprega (Italy) 5-7 mins inflatable seat - 1 pc knee supports (set) - 1 hand air pump instruction manual repair kit backpack

35 cm

110 cm

45 cm

40 cm

Outer height of the side tube 30 cm

83 cm

40 cm

Internal height of the side tube 22 cm

35 cm

Due to the complex external shape of the bottom, the kayak has great hydrodynamics. Longitudinal recess on the high pressure bottom in combination with inflatable stems (in the bow and stern) serves as an excellent keel.

And now - the kayak is not just going, it is flying! The feeling of lightness and even airiness - you just don’t want to stop on such a kayak.

The outer width of the model with profiled high side tubes is 83 cm. You'll feel protected and cosy staying inside. It is comfortable for the paddler to sit on an inflatable seat 10 cm high. By fixing knee supports, you will sit tightly in the boat and won’t lose energy when paddling.

Comfortable average speed is 6,5 km/h. You can make a speed up to 9 km/h, depending on the effort applied.

After all, the rigidity of the Spark kayak is comparable to plastic kayaks. The assembly of such a kayak is very simple and takes only few minutes!

One of the main features of this model is versatility - you can use Spark 370 for solo or tandem trips. For one paddler, the seat and knee supports are mounted in the center of the boat.

For relaxing tandem trips you can use fasteners to install two seats. In this case (non sport format) knee supports are not installed.

SPARK 450

The most popular model of the Spark family of inflatable kayaks is a true “Jack of all trades”

Spark 450 is a cutting-edge and eye-catching product, our flagship IK model. Assembles in minutes and is big enough to carry weeks-long supplies and expedition gear.

The Spark 450 has a proven sleek design that offers incredible stability and control.

This spacious kayak offers plenty of space for two persons and luggage. It is extremely stable and suitable for longer trips in quiet waters as well as day excursions. You will find many thoughtful and ergonomic details in the design of Spark-450.

450 cm

Width Kayak weight (Net weight) Kayak weight (packed)

83 cm

22 kg

Carrying capacity Passenger capacity

260 kg 1-2-3 prs

Dimensions in packaging backpack

100x55x27 cm

Safety valves Inflation time Included accessories

The seats are padded, fully adjustable, with thigh straps and comfortable back rests – always a convenient feature, but for long expeditions these seats are truly a game-changer.

Even tallest paddlers will find plenty of room to stretch their legs, with more space to spare - for camping gear and food.

20 kg

Automatic air bleed valves on main chambers, Scoprega (Italy) 7-9 mins inflatable seat - 2 pcs knee supports (set) - 2 hand air pump instruction manual repair kit backpack

Struggle with keeping the boat going in certain direction?

Use the supplied U-shaped fin that installs in seconds and makes the boat more stable on its course.

You can make your solo trips, tandem journeys or paddle with family (3 seats can be installed).

Need to carry the packed boat more than just a few meters? Our kayak pack has the back straps. Need to do a short portage? Here are the carry handles.

Want to tie your cargo? There are multiple attachment points and loops.

Length

The rudder kit can be installed on the kayak for making your boat as obeying as it can be!

We have crafted the Spark-450 kayak, using best available technology and materials to give you the right tool to bring your game to the next level.

Order your new boat today, paddle forward and never look back!

FEATURES

The kayak consists of two main parts - PVC side tubes with a tension bottom and a removable high-pressure bottom (inflatable frame).

Double bottom protection is the key to your peace of mind in a journey!

Comfort and convenience pad dling is a guarantee of great impressions from your trip!

10 cm high inflatable seat made of TPU (thermo- polyurethane) is pleasant to the touch, not afraid of moisture and dries quickly.

Spacious luggage space aft.

There are lots of D-rings on the kayak, you can always use them to fix your outfit.

A rubber band on the stern helps organize your gear in a trip.

Automatic air bleed valves on main chambers, Scoprega (Italy).

Safety valves regulate the pressure in the inflatable elements and bleed excess air on a hot day. Should ALWAYS be in the OPEN position.

Due to the longitudinal partition, the side tubes are rather narrow. The kayak`s contours have the correct hydrodynamic shape and it`s always pleasure to paddle.

The bow stem cuts through the water and makes paddling easier, the stern stem keeps the kayak on course perfectly.

Comfortable reinforced handles are welded on the bow and stern to carry the kayak when assembled.

Velcro fasteners for paddles are installed on both side tubes of the kayak to secure your paddle while relaxing on the water, fishing or snacking.

There are many welded loops on the sides tubes for installing seats to the desired position (for 1, 2 or 3 paddlers), fixing the luggage, fitting the knee supports.

You will find the special pocket on the outer bottom. That is the place for installing aluminium skeg.

The U-shaped skeg fixes tightly after inflating the bottom, it won’t fall out of the pocket and get lost.

Steering pedals are mounted on the PVC base in front of the stern paddler. The pedals are made of moisture resistant plywood.

Thanks to the strap system, the pedals are easy to adjust to the right position for the length of the paddler's legs.

Rudder steering allows to control the kayak and set the right course when paddling.

Best for using on big water rivers, lakes, seas. The rudder helps a lot in windy weather and while paddling with an oblique coastal waves.

FEATURES

There are all the necessary fasteners for installing the apron on the kayak - PVC triangles on the side tubes and hidden Velcro on the bow and stern.

There are different aprons for Spark 450 model - with 1, 2 or 3 cockpits.

SPARK 520

Touring kayak for family trips - install 2, 3 or 4 seats according to your needs!

The largest model in the SPARK line of kayaks. SPARK 520 is a family kayak, it is great for trips for three persons with all the needed equipment.

Can be used for day trips for 4 persons as well, all the needed loops for reinstalling the seats are on the kayak.

It`s a great boat for travelling on big water, very stable and fast. You can use all the internal space - move seats, fix luggage. Plenty of loops will help to manage your space.

Length

520 cm

Width Kayak weight (Net weight) Kayak weight (packed)

85 cm

27 kg

Carrying capacity Passenger capacity

300 kg 2-3-4 prs

Dimensions in packaging backpack

100x55x30 cm

Safety valves Inflation time Included accessories

100 cm 30 cm

25 kg

Automatic air bleed valves on main chambers, Scoprega (Italy) 8-10 mins inflatable seat - 3 pcs knee supports (set) - 3 hand air pump instruction manual repair kit backpack skeg

55 cm

Expedition tandem version with rudder kit In order to turn the Spark 520 into a real expedition ship - you can install the rudder steering (works for 2-paddlers version).

It is pleasure to cover long distances on an easily controlled and obedient kayak. Just plan your trip and have fun!

IGLA 410

IGLA IGLA 410 hybrid inflatable kayak.

Comfortable, fast, light and manoeuvrable.

The hull’s refined contours produce a sleek, hydrodynamic form which sees the IGLA slice through the water.

Kayaks of Igla Series is a perfect boat for both short-term outings and long trips. It is as quick in motion as plastic or folding kayaks, besides that possess all the advantages of inflatable boats The IGLA is composed of two parts: a twin side-tube hull for a slim profile, and a removable high-pressure dropstitch floor to tension the structure and improve rigidity and glide.

The side tubes are slacked one above the other with an internal partition. This arrangement not only improves longitudinal rigidity over a single side tube, but at 76 cm wide, makes the IGLA one of the narrowest IKs in its class while retaining generous internal space and excellent stability.

The IGLA 410 makes a fast and spacious solo kayak, but at 4.1m long has room for two with a second optional seat.

At 4.1 metres, the IGLA is also suited to tandem day paddles with the optional second seat.

It’s a great way to enjoy the water with a friend.

A kayak you’ll want to take on your next trip.

This boat is constructed for calm water competitions.

It is perfect both for racing and training and allows paddlers to show maximum of their skills and power in order to reach the best speed.

IGLA 490 Full cover spray decks are available as optional extra.

The kayak has attachment points for mounting an optional rudder, including a pivot mount on the stern and foot pedal fittings on the floor.

Features of Igla kayaks With a rudder you can compensate for oblique waves or winds pushing the kayak off track while maintaining a balanced padding rhythm.

Controlling the kayak with the pedals is intuitive while performing tight turns are merely a secondary benefit to rudders.

Adjustable knee braces combined with footrests improve the connection with the boat to improve paddling efficiency.

Available colours

• unique design with inflatable frame and hydro dynamics matching hardshell kayaks • dependable double floor protection • versatility - paddle solo or with a friend • capacious cargo capacity in the bow and stern • elastic bungie cords for fixing loads on the stern • carrying handles front and rear • sturdy backpack with additional fittings for lashing on exterior loads

Lenght

410 cm

490 cm

Width Kayak weight (Net weight) Kayak weight (packed)

75 cm

78 cm

16,5 kg

20 kg

18,5 kg

22 kg

Carrying capacity Passenger capacity

180 kg 1-2 prs

260 kg 2 prs

Dimensions in packaging backpack

100x55x25 cm

105x55x25 cm

Safety valves Inflation time Included accessories

Automatic air bleed valves Automatic air bleed valves on main chambers, on main chambers, Scoprega (Italy) Scoprega (Italy) 7-9 mins 5-7 mins inflatable seat - 1 pc knee supports (set) - 1 pc toe supports - 1 pc hand air pump instruction manual repair kit backpack rudder kit (on demand)

inflatable seat - 2 pcs knee supports (set) -2 pcs toe supports - 2 pcs hand air pump instruction manual repair kit backpack rudder kit (on demand)

Choose your

ALPHA The Alpha kayaks are great for anyone getting into water sports

These sleek, inflatable crossover kayaks are adventure-ready!

Inflatable kayaks of Alpha series are both great to be used for short outings as well as for real expeditions! The inflatable V hull (with removable skeg) is more stable and comfortable than ever and offers greater load capacity.

Get away from it all for some quality time on the water. It’s perfect for a day of light touring or even an extended camping

370

450

520

Length

370cm

450 cm

520 cm

Width Kayak weight (Net weight) Kayak weight (packed)

87 cm

90 cm

93 cm

16 kg

18 kg

22 kg

18 kg

20 kg

Carrying capacity Passenger capacity

180 kg 1-2 prs

260 kg 1-2-3 prs

24 kg 300 kg 3 prs

Dimensions in packaging backpack

80x50x25 cm

90x55x30 cm

100x55x30 cm

Inflation time

5-7 mins

6-8 mins

7-10 mins

Built with a rugged PVC outer shell, this durable inflatable will continue to be a reliable boat.

Comes standard with a set of knee supports and comfortable inflatable seat (depending of the model and your preference - 1-2 seats for 370 model, 2-3 seats for 450 model, 3 seats for 520 model).

Features include a double bottom protection, bow/stern handles, double protected seams, numbers of welded loops on the side tubes, D-rings on the bottom, velcro holders for paddle, pocket for installing the skeg, hidden velcro and PVC fittings for installing the protective spray-deck.

The boats are fitted with automatic air release / safety valves on the main side air chambers so it is not possible to accidentally over inflate and do damage.

A skeg can be easily fitted on bottom, which aids in keeping the boat moving in a straight direction. Full cover spray decks are available as optional extra.

ACCESSORIES

Accessories for Zelgear kayaks

Inflatable seat

Seat with inflatable back

Knee supports

Repair kit

Rudder steering

Pedals

Skeg alu

Valve key

Hand pump

Backpack for IK

Pack for 1-3 paddles

Pack for rudder kit

Spray deck with 1 cockpit

Spray deck with 2 cockpits

Spray deck with 3 cockpits

Different number of cockpits for models according to client`s needs

ZELGEAR is a company of active travelers, water tourists, who turned the hobby into a favorite job!

For more than 23 years we have been producing thoughtful equipment for water trips: kayaks and catarafts! The most important things for us are comfort and safety.

All the products and materials used are high quality, from well known manufacturers - pvc fabric of German production, fittings of Japan, We use the newest technologies, machines and equipment (welding and high frequency technologies, customized wooden tooling) in order to improve the production process and to make great reliable products.

We have developed multiple designs and got several patents.

That have evolved the way that inflatable kayaks perform on the water.

Our line of kayaks and catarafts feature many innovations that deliver the best in durability, portability, and performance.

All of our kayaks come from our factory pre-assembled and checked.

Utilizing Drop-stitch technology, for the best in rigidity and durability, we have also created such innovative design as Inflatable frame, that provides optimal speed and tracking performance.

Our main goal is to make sure that our customers are having the best experience possible.

We want people to bring wonderful memories from their every trip!

Sincerely, yours, Zelgear Team!

2023