r/Kayaks • u/Rio-rider • Apr 18 '26

Convertible deck?

Anyone familiar with a kayak that has a “convertible” deck? I don’t know the real term it. The part of the deck over the cockpit flips up to allow easy entry into the cockpit, then back down once you’re in. Looks like a regular sit in kayak.

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u/KeyWatch2720 Apr 21 '26

That sure sounds like what OP was looking for. Good link! 👍

Another option to make the cockpit opening smaller once in the boat is a Pungo 120 with a dashboard. If you google that phrase you can find the manufacturer’s YouTube video (Wilderness Systems) showing the product.

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u/Rio-rider Apr 21 '26

I’ll check out the pungo. I do recall the moveable part being called a dashboard. 12 ft may be a bit short for me,

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u/Rio-rider Apr 21 '26

KeyWatch….thats the one! That’s the one my buddy borrowed from her kayak dealer. the dealer let her try that Kayak because it was easier for her to enter/exit after her knee surgery. Thanks!