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Ouassou

 
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Brand
Bic Sport

ZI du Prat -BP 03716
Vannes Cedex
56 000
France

Phone: +33 2 97 43 75 00

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Coastal rides
Beach fun
Surfing in the waves
Recreational paddling in rivers

The Ouassou is designed as a versatile, fun kayak with a wide range of use.

With its excellent glide, control and manoeuverability, the Ouassou is ideal for beach fun. Also, the stern handles let you to hang on to the stern and swim and also allow easy access on board. The Ouassou also handles surf and waves comfortably. The 'spatula' shaped hull is derived from surf longboards and rodeo kayaks. It's quick and responsive.
The slight keel and lateral rail design provide directional stability and excellent tracking. Also, the Ouassou's knee-strap system allows you to secure your body to the cockpit when you are looking for greater control. Its compact form and light weight make this a kayak that is easy to manoeuver, transport and store.

Further Specs:
Max. Load : 242 lbs - 110 kgs
Material : Thermoformed polyethylene
Program : All waters
Capacity : 1 adult + 1 child

Standard Features:
• Inserts for knee straps & backrest
• Two rear handles
• Integrated rubber-coated carry handles

Optional accessories:
paddle, lifevest, kneestraps, backrest, drink bottle

Equipment:
• Ergonomic seating position with EVA foam cushioning
• Integrated foot rests
• Self draining scuppers (2)
• 1 drink holder

User reviews

1 reviews

Overall rating 
 
4.5
Design 
 
5.0  (1)
Perfomance 
 
4.0  (1)
Quality 
 
5.0  (1)
Value / Money 
 
4.0  (1)
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(Updated: November 11, 2008)
Overall rating 
 
4.5
Design 
 
5.0
Perfomance 
 
4.0
Quality 
 
5.0
Value / Money 
 
4.0

Great all round kayak

About the reviewer

Amateur sportsman with special interest on kayaking, mountain biking and running.

Test environment

Calm and moderate rough water with some strong tidal and weak wind

Review

The Ouassou is a reliable boat with great stability and quick response, very confortable, also adequate for several hours of paddling without problem. However it lacks room for even a small bag. The back of the boat could have been better usable with straps or a luggage net for instance. It lacks also a little bit of speed when compared with the RTM Mambo probably because it hasn't a real keel for crossing waves. The flat bottom is good for other things like stability and quick vectorial change.

Conclusion

Very usable kayak in almost any situation, a true four wheeler of the water. I will test it in white water very soon.

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Location: Cavado river Portugal
Age: 47
Weight: 75 kgs
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