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Native Watercraft Mariner Owner's Manual

Summary of Mariner

  • Page 1

    1 understanding your mariner: propulsion options : motor, pedal, paddle, or sail hull materials features using your mariner: initial set up removing and re-installing the seat transporting your mariner caring for your mariner storage tips basic gear: paddle pfd safety equipment personal gear propuls...

  • Page 2: Understanding Your Mariner

    2 understanding your mariner hull materials polyethylene rotationally molded boats are engineered to have sturdy hulls with maximum impact and abrasion re- sistance. Polyethylene can endure extended exposure to both ultraviolet light and temperature variation, en- abling boats to be stored outdoors....

  • Page 3

    3 plug-and-play™ integral channels are molded into the side of each boat and al- low anodized aluminum bars to plug in securely. Specially de- signed accessories can be plugged directly into the boat, while general accessories can be fastened to mounting bars that are plugged in. Your mariner foot b...

  • Page 4: Rudder

    4 rudder the mariner line of kayaks is equipped with an integrated rudder system that is easy to maneuver using the “in cockpit” control handle. The rudder blade is located in line with the keel making it very responsive when called upon. * do not drag your boat! Dragging your mariner may cause dama...

  • Page 5: Transporting Your Mariner

    5 transporting your mariner to transport your kayak securely, we suggest that you install a rigid bar, sport rack system on the roof of your vehicle. Your boat will remain most stable when loaded upside down. If you are unlikely to encounter rain during your road trip, you can also load it with the ...

  • Page 6

    6 if you will be wearing a spray skirt or have a short torso, wear your pfd while sitting in a boat: it should not ride up more than an inch or two, and someone should be able to pick you up by its shoulders without it lifting up over your head. Safety equipment you should consider carrying a bilge ...