The Kayaxis
You may be familiar with the Orbitron pictured here
Invented by NASA. This contraption has been used from time to time in amusement park settings as an amusement ride.
Now there is the Kayaxis
From the mind of kayak industry designer Nathan Mills (aka Nateman) this device takes this concept to a whole new level. Strap yourself into a kayak and experience full 360 degree movement in every dimensional direction on every single axis.
Your body movements control
speed and direction to your liking.
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The Kayaxis is pictured here locked in the vertical position for display. During use the rings are locked in the horizontal positon and the loading platform is raised into position for loading. |
For the simpler folks you can simply make random weight throws for an more passive amusement ride type of experience. The rings will multiply your movents and throw your spins into seemingly random directions.
For the more adventurous, after a fast learning curve you will graduate from simple tricks like "front loops" to "stalls". With a small amount of practice you can dial in more advanced moves like the "clockwheel", "flat spin" "flying camel" and the "split wheel."
see more pics of the Kayaxis in action
Basic specs
It can be towed behind most cars and fit in a normal parking space. Saftey legs are stored in the up position for travel. Deployment only takes about 5 minutes to lock the legs in place. It can be operated with one operator.
| width un-deployed | 6 feet |
| width deployed | 8 feet |
| necessary width including safety parameter for spectators | 12 feet |
| length | 15 feet |
| vertical clearance required | 12 feet |
| rider tolerance | The size of the kayak limits very large people. We normally discourage heavy individuals over 230 pounds. Also children who may be small enough to fall out are denied access. |
| length of ride | what can you handle? |
| cost | $5 for a 5 to 7 minute ride is the normal fee we charge at festivals. We will also set up at your private event for a flat rate. We encourage you to contact us for your Church, Corprate, Party, or Festival event. |
Bookings are being made by
We are a kayak manufacture and retailer.
Response has been so outrageous inside kayak industry events that we have decided that we couldn't deprive the public of this opportunity (well yeah OK, we couldn't deprive ourselves of the income opportunity either). Bookings are filling up rapidly and it is recommended that you contact us immediately if you are interested in making a booking.
Angst / kayakoutfitting.com
Eric Zitzow
4245 Newport Drive
Chattanooga TN 37412
ph #423 622 6685
Fax 423 622 9290
