Components and Adjustments  

Solo and tandem rudders

Our rudders are made of sturdy anodized aluminium. Kayak models exceeding 4.5 m (15 ft) in length are equipped with a pulley, making blade movement easier.

	The rudder installed on the Esperanto and Beluga models features plastic inserts.  The plastic is designed to reinforce each side of the blade, protecting it from lateral torsion when in the water.

BORÉALDESIGN once again innovates by replacing the traditional steel rudder cable with a strong Spectra® line. This line can withstand pressure up to 600 lb. Spectra® offers many advantages: Does not rust Glides without friction on the screws which connect it to the rudder Flexible, it does not get jammed Easily and quickly replaced, without need for a tool Compact and light

Easy adjustment
Before starting off, make sure that you release the shock cord securing your rudder in place.

You’re off!
When the water is deep enough, lower the rudder. Do this by grasping the cord attached to the rudder on the right. There are two knots in the cord, pull the knot furthest away forward. Bravo! Your rudder is now in the water.

Test the rudder by pressing lightly on the right pedal as you paddle. Your kayak should turn right. Now try a left turn. To track straight, position your feet equally. Enjoy your outing!

Time to run ashore…
Don’t wait to run aground before raising your rudder. You may damage it. Position your feet equally, grasp the cord and pull the knot furthest away forward.  This will retract the blade into its brace.

In tandem kayaks the paddler at the back controls the rudder.

Maintenance

Rudder system maintenance