Railblaza, to equip all your boats
This equipment manufacturer, which originated in New Zealand, now has a worldwide reputation, present in over 40 countries with a catalog for every situation. Constantly striving to simplify users' lives, whether on a mountain bike, a boat, a wakeboard, a float-tube, a bass-boat or a kayak, the catalog features over 100 different products. Every year since 2010, new innovations have been added to the catalog. Through my own experience of kayak fishing, I'm going to introduce you to a few of them. These are accessories I've been using for many years. They're solid, light and reliable. I've already written a few articles on them and shown videos of them in action, such as the portage carts, fishfinder screen holders, rod holders and more.
InterDist is the exclusive distributor for France of the Railblaza brand. For over 20 years, InterDist has been distributing leading brands in the marine industry. Based in Saint-Malo and working with a nationwide network of dealers, InterDist benefits from solid expertise and long experience in the distribution of products for the boating industry.
Carrying carts
The C-Tug is the most popular cart in the world of kayak fishing, and has evolved over the years to meet users' needs as closely as possible. The C-Tug is available in a range of models to meet specific needs.
- The C-Tug cart with standard wheels
One of the toughest, most versatile forklifts on the market. It can carry loads of up to 120 kg. It can be disassembled and reassembled in around twenty seconds, and fits into most kayak holds. Equipped with standard wheels, this cart can be used on all types of terrain except soft sand. It features a kickstand, a 2.4 m tensioning strap and weighs just 4.3 kg. What's more, it requires no maintenance other than rinsing with fresh water after use.
- The C-Tug sandtrakz
Same frame as the previous model, but the wheels are different and specially designed for use in soft sand. Due to the technology of these sand wheels, the maximum load is 80 kgs. Avoid using them on concrete or leaving them in direct sunlight, as the rubber used may soften, weakening the tread.
- The C-Tug R
The latest model, released at the end of 2022, has the same frame as before, and can be fitted with the two types of wheels described above. The evolution is in the portage area, where the load-bearing rollers have been replaced by hull rails that fit in with the hull designs of modern fishing kayaks. This provides greater stability on the move, especially on uneven ground.
Note: for owners of older carts, a load-bearing roller kit is available to avoid having to buy a complete cart again. For heavier kayaks, there's a bar kit, "C-TUG DOUBLE UP bar", which allows two C-TUG carts to be assembled, supporting up to 160 kg static load. To complete the package, spare parts are also available for all small parts that could wear or break, such as crutches, wheel axle sleeves, locking levers, pins, load-bearing rollers, straps or even wheels.
The HEXX range to simplify your fishing
Another accessory that will simplify your life is screen mounts. Whatever your sounder model, you'll find a solution in our catalog. Whether for the sounder with offset arms for floats without sounder wells, for example, or for your screens, whatever the size. This year, I was able to test the new rotating platforms in the HEXX range, combined with an R-LOCK system, so your screen can be oriented in any direction with a simple gesture. These systems are compatible with all brands of electronics and can support screens weighing up to 5 kilos.
HEXX Live Pole
The HEXX Live Pole is another product in the HEXX range that's getting a lot of attention. This 360° rotating pole/sonde holder is compatible with all LIVE probes on the market from Humminbird Mega Live, Garmin Livescope and Lowrance Active Target. Another of the brand's emblematic accessories, used on kayaks the world over, is the orange signal flag, which floats 1 meter above the kayak and can be seen from afar. For me, it's the brand's visual signature.
A unique fastening system
I won't end this article without mentioning the accessory mounting system. The basic principle is a single mounting method with different mounting options depending on the boat. This makes it possible to accommodate a full range of diverse accessories that always use the same mounting method, giving the user great flexibility and mobility (screen mounts, camera mounts, probe mounts, camera mounts, rod holders, etc.). ).
In my case, all the various items in the catalog fit into a receiver fixed to my kayak. The male part of the accessory fits into the female part of the star-shaped receiver, and a lock secures the system, making the whole thing integral. It's simple, solid and effective. Over the years, Railblaza has expanded its range to meet the needs of its customers. You'll find a mounting solution to suit your needs, whatever your type of boat.
