Thanks Eric. Ideally I wanted the speed to be controlled by a handheld RC controller but this involved a bit of kit that I didn't have and I was trying to do it on the cheap. The motors/gearboxes were hard rubbish finds :) The beach is pretty quiet where I'll be leaving it locked up and it will be o...

Happy to oblige Haynsie but you know it’s sized for more of a Paddle Pop shape rather than a Zooper Dooper!

I made a motorized cart for my Hobie Outback to help turn my post fishing uphill slog into more of a leisurely stroll. It will be an assist on the short steeper section and self powered for the remaining slightly uphill walk. It's using the Hobie cart axel/wheels and x2 12V motor & gearboxes fro...

Cheers Rhino (and Mav) for the detailed response. Sounds like there might be some positives to come out of all this. Time will tell....

Cheers for reposting Shaun

I'm interested in the outcomes from the Transport Safety Victoria kayak forum. The question's probably for Rhino or Maverick, who I believe were present, are you able shed some light on how it when down and any outcomes that were discussed?

I think the 30w panel will be fine but my suggestion would be to get a second 7.2ah battery and have one charging while you fish. I'd swap them daily. Deep cycle batteries last longer if you can top them up after each use. Also, while they can handle a deep discharge, there life is shortend by doing...

They look great Tim.

I reckon those trucker hats will walk out the door.