Malibukayaks X-13, Owner'S Manual

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A kayak has basic features. The front of the kayak is the bow and the rear is
the stern. When sitting in the kayak, facing the bow, the left side of the kayak
is port and the right side of the kayak is starboard. The hull ID number (KPO
sticker) can be found on the starboard side of the kayak at the stern.
The X-13 gator hatch is one of our patented designs, that allows full access to
the hull while providing additional bungee storage and a child seat. In the
middle of the boat, there is a cockpit area with foot wells (toward the bow)
and a seating area (towards the stern). The center rectangular hatch allows
access to the inside of the kayak for gear storage. Inside the cockpit, there are
holes that go all of the way through the kayak called scuppers. These scuppers
allow the kayak to drain. Like many of our models, the X-13 is equipped with
a backwell bungee storage which is an ideal placement for a 5 gallon live bait
bucket. It can also be used as a storage for any gear you wish to bring on board
and hold securely with our sturdy bungee cord. Threaded eyelets are installed
along the rails of the kayak to attach numerous accessories e.g. seat, tackle
box, dry bag, etc. Your kayak also has a designed drain system to drain out any
water that’s inside of the kayak hull after your kayaking trip.
Bow
Soft Grip Handle
Gator Hatch
Gator Hatch Seat
Bungee Storage
1.5” Buckle
Adjustable Footrest Pedal
Cup Holder
Scupper Hole
Rectangular Hatch
Nylon Lashing Hook
Bungee Side Carry Handle w/
Paddle Holder
Front Seat Strap Eyelet
Seat Drainage
Back Seat Strap Eyelet
Rod Rack Placement Holder
Flush Mount Rod Holder
Seating Area
Threaded Eyelet
4” Round Hatch Placement
Rudder Kit/Motor Inserts
Backwell Storage
5 Gallon Bucket Placement
Bungee Cord
Shock Cord Cleat
Nylon Bungee Hook
Hull Drainage
Stern
Cockpit
Back Well
Getting To Know Your Kayak Anatomy
Starboard Port
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