Compare 3.0 metre sit-on-top kayaks

The Squid by Australis

The information below has been collected from reference sources of the relevant manufacturers.
Care has been taken in the compiling of this data, and Australis believe it to be an accurate and correct representation of each kayak.
This information was compiled on 25 January 2008.

Model Name	Squid	Flow
Manufacturer	Australis	Perception
Length	3.0m	2.95m
Weight	20kg	19kg
Weight Capacity	130kg	150kg
Warranty	5 years	2 years
Price - No Backrest	$840	$799
Price - Package with backrest	$920
Paddle included in price
Water bottle included in price
Backrest option/upgrade
Rocker for smooth ride and easy turning
Extra wide seat for larger adults
Flat spot between legs to sit small child (note maximum weight capacity and seat width)
Kiss-offs in seat for structural support and maximum drainage
2 x extra large rubber hatches
Air-lock floatation
Closed cell foam block for secondary floatation
6mm Decklines
Supports the decklines run through are moulded-in and not riveted/screwed on
Designed in Australia for Australian conditions
Australian made

The Squid by Australis compared to the Flow by Perception

The Squid has 2 extra large storage hatches that allow easy access to the internal storage areas.
The hatches are rubber push-ons and easily go on and off without cross-threading or sand getting caught in the profile.
The Squid has a 6mm deckline down each side.
The Squid has a large piece of foam inside for extra structural support and floatation.
The Squid comes standard with a 5 year warranty to retail customers.