And again there’s no worry if your remote takes a dip in the drink, it floats just like the battery. The Bixpy jet is controlled by a small Bluetooth remote control that’s attachable to your wrist or PFD. 5V and 12V auxiliary ports are available to charge your accessories such as fish finders and lights. Tie downs on each corner provide anchor points for bungees/ropes. There’s no worry about losing this battery if you capsize because the 7 pound Bixpy Outboard Battery floats. The Bixpy Outboard Battery is completely waterproof and contains a 25.2 V lithium ion battery at 333 Watt-Hours. And Bixpy’s developed what we consider one of the most kayak-friendly batteries on the market. Of course no motor is any good without a power source. At just a hair over 11″ long and weighing only 2 lbs the J-1 PowerShroud has a tiny footprint that enables a wide range of mounting options. The J-1 is usable in both salt and fresh water Stainless Steel 316 hardware with Titanium coating provides high corrosion resistance. A combination of abs/polycarbonate plastic and aircraft-grade aluminum provide a durable housing that will stand up to intense UV exposure. The Bixpy J-1 PowerShroud motor provides 32 lbs of thrust, which is more than enough for any displacement hull kayak. Bixpy’s engineers managed to overcome these challenges and devised a small but powerful motor that can easily integrate into any kayak. High weight, mounting compatibility,and tiller control/steering often present substantial challenges to smooth operations over water.
Despite their low price and long life trolling motors aren’t always a great option for kayaks. Schmidt invented the first electric gear-drive trolling motor in 1934. Trolling motors been a mainstay for small boats ever since O.G. The result is the eponymous Bixpy Jet Motor which has delighted paddlers with fewer strokes and greater range since 2017.Įlectric motors and boats aren’t necessarily a new combination. Luckily for us he piloted his Hobie Island back to shore and embarked on a quest to build a highly efficient and light weight sea motor. It’s times like these when your thoughts of motorizing your kayak will transition from flights of fancy to pulling out your credit card.īixpy founder Houman Nikmanesh had an epiphany when he got caught in the doldrums 5 miles offshore San Diego. It’s at those moments when you’ve got to slam a few Cliff Bars and dig deep to eke out just a few more strokes.
A point where you’re too far from shore and too tired to paddle. At some point during your paddling career you’re going to hit an “O Crap” moment.
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