Updated on 11/20/2024
Perception Hi Life 11 | Sit on Top Kayak is a versatile watercraft that combines the fun of kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. Designed for flat, slow-moving, and calm coastal water types, it provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy the water with kids and pets. Made in the USA, this kayak is built to high-quality standards.
The Perception Hi Life 11 has received recognition for its design excellence, winning a bronze medal at the prestigious 2018 International Design Excellence Award (idea) in the sports, leisure, and recreation category. This award highlights the exceptional design and functionality of the kayak.
Featuring front and rear swim decks with low sides and hand grabs, getting in and out of the water is easy. The elevated seat provides comfort and support with a fold-down backrest and thick padding throughout. You can spend hours on the water without discomfort.
The Perception Hi Life 11 also offers convenient features such as an adjustable back, a drink holder to keep your favorite beverage secure, and an under seat storage compartment. The storage compartment measures approximately 10” (L) x 11.5” (W) x 5” (D), providing ample space for your essentials.
If you happen to lose the fin for your Perception Hi Life kayak paddle board hybrid, replacement fins can be found from Fins Unlimited. Fins Unlimited makes fins for surfboards that are compatible with the Hi Life. Surf shops or online surfing suppliers such as Surf Source can assist you in finding a suitable replacement fin. Ensure that the fin fits the Fins Unlimited template, which consists of a horizontal metal bar at the rear fin base that slides down the channel on the Hi Life fin box, and a vertical hole in front of the forward fin base for the set screw.
The comfort level of the Perception Hi Life 11 is exceptional. The elevated seat allows for easier paddling, and you have the option to stand, kneel, or sit. It provides a customizable experience to suit your preferences. Many users find the elevated seat to be more comfortable than traditional kayak seating arrangements.
If you are looking for a paddle that can be used for both kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, South Bay Board offers a Carbon Fiber and an aluminum 4-piece paddle that provides both options. Some users find the Perception paddle too heavy and prefer the alternatives offered by South Bay Board.
Frequently Asked Questions
I lost my fin for my perception highlife kayak paddle board hybrid where can I find a replacement fan
Fins Unlimited, makes fins for surfboards that will fit in the Hi Life. I have one in mine currently because I wanted a smaller fin for shallow sand bars. If you live near a surf shop, they can help you out. Or I'm sure they have a website, also Surf Source a surfing supplier carries a large variety of fins. The Hi Life can use plastic, preferred, or fiberglass,expensive. But they must fit the Fins Unlimited template, which is, a horizontal metal bar at the rear fin base that slides down the channel on Hi Life fin box. And a vertical hole just in front of the forward fin base for the set screw, which must align with Hi Life fin box. Any surfboard fin that fits in a Fins Unlimited fin box should fit the Hi Life.
Anyone know how large the under seat storage is? What are the dimensions or what is the volume (or how many beer cans will fit)?
10” (L) x 11.5” (W) x 5” (D)The actual box is 6.5” deep, but the seat/lid recesses into the area by 1.5”Melanie
How comfortable is this kayak? Is it hard to paddle from such an elevated seat?
I feel it is easier to paddle because you are elevated. Love,love, love the options. Stand, kneel, sit. Worth every penny!
What paddle do you recommend for both kayaking and SUP?
South Bay Board has a Carbon Fiber and an aluminum 4 piece paddle that offers both the kayak and the SUP option. I found the Perception one too heavy.
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