Palm Equipment Hobson Eclipse Surf Kayak

Shred every wave with the Palm Equipment/ Hobson Kayaks Eclipse – a hybrid between a cruiser and a high-performance short boat, it planes fast, carves harder and can be surfed finless or with single, twin, or thruster fins. Easy to set up and comfortable to paddle. Built tough from rotomoulded plastic, it takes the hits. At home on a tide race, river wave, or in the ocean surf, the Eclipse blurs the line between surf and river kayak — the perfect playboat for every quiver. Born from Palm’s surf heritage and Hobson’s cutting-edge design, this collaboration brings together two names known for quality and innovation. Playful surf kayak for rivers, tide races and the ocean Surfs brilliantly with or without fins (included) Durable rotomoulded plastic Outfitting easy to adjust at the water’s edge Jam-cleat backrest, adjustable seat and thigh braces Keeper adjustable footrests for a secure fit   Materials High density polyethylene Features 2 anodised aluminium grab handles 3 aluminium fin boxes Palm Lite backrest Palm Lite hip pads Palm Lite seat pad Adjustable Action seat Adjustable Keeper footbrace Adjustable thighbrace Minicell foam pillar buoyancy Outfitting kit with padding and hex keys Set of 3 plastic fins Stern webbing tail Thighbrace mounted backrest cleats Length 272 cm Width 61 cm Depth 29 cm Weight 16.75 kg Volume 179 L Weight range 55-110 kg Cockpit size 84 x 44 cm Spraydeck R3 Made in United Kingdom   Materials: High density polyethylene Seating: Adjustable Action seat Seat Fitting: Palm Lite seat pad • Palm Lite hip pads Backrest: Palm Lite backrest Thighbrace: Adjustable thigh brace  Thigh brace mounted backrest cleats Foot Rests: Adjustable Keeper foot rest Grab Handles: 2 anodised aluminium security bars Other Features: Stern webbing tail Minicell foam pillar buoyancy Outfitting kit with padding and allen keys 3 aluminium fin boxes Set of 3 plastic fins This boat is based on the Composite Eclipse surf kayak from hobson which is labelled “the Ultimate Hybrid High Performer for All Skill Levels For years, the “extra” boat in a paddler’s quiver has meant a choice between playboats that feel blunt and static, or hyper-specialist designs with little relevance beyond competition. Neither delivers what most paddlers truly want when they’re not in their creek or river runner. The Eclipse RM is that missing link: fast, carve-friendly, and tough enough for whitewater, it opens up a new dimension of paddling on river waves, tide races, and open-ocean surf. Surf is the new playboating — and the Eclipse brings speed, flow, and surf performance within reach for everyday paddlers, from first-time intermediates to seasoned river surfers. Behind it are two names with the pedigree to make it real. Hobson is the defining name in modern surf craft, shaping designs that dominate podiums. Palm began in surf, launching the world’s first plastic surf ski, the Wave Rider, before becoming a global leader in whitewater and touring, setting the benchmark for tough, high-performance rotomoulded kayaks. Together, Palm × Hobson fuse surf precision with rotomoulded durability to create a kayak that doesn’t just bridge genres — it redefines them. As paddlers have already said: “Durability of a creek boat, performance of a surf boat!” “It looks and rides like the Eclipse you know, but now tough enough for anything.” The Composite Eclipse is also available to order- please enquire as to options. The composite version is described as “Prepare to experience the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation with the Ride Eclipse, a kayak that transcends time and caters to kayakers of all abilities. From beginners taking their first strokes to advanced paddlers seeking the ultimate thrill, this versatile watercraft is a must-have in every enthusiast’s collection. With its sleek lines and optimal length, the Eclipse is built for speed, ensuring that you can catch every wave with ease. However, its true magic lies in its user-friendly design, making it suitable for paddlers at any level. Whether you’re slashing huge turns on the face or launching into vertical or airborne maneuvers, the Eclipse handles like a dream, providing stability and control akin to a short boat. This exceptional kayak is equally enjoyable with or without the thruster fins. Its effortless paddling and agile nature allow you to embark on exhilarating adventures from any launching point. The Eclipse is not just a high-performance watercraft; it’s the ideal companion for beginners looking for their first kayak or seasoned enthusiasts seeking the next level of excitement.” Surf is the new playboating, the Eclipse is your cheat code. A hybrid between a cruiser and a high-performance short boat, it planes fast, carves harder and can be surfed finless or with single, twin, or thruster fins. Easy to set up and comfortable to paddle. Built tough from rotomoulded plastic, it takes the hits. At home on a tide race, river wave, or in the ocean surf, the Eclipse blurs the line between surf and river — the perfect playboat for every quiver. MATERIALS High density polyethylene SEATING Adjustable Action seat SEAT FITTING Palm Lite seat pad • Palm Lite hip pads BACKREST Palm Lite backrest THIGHBRACE Adjustable thighbrace • thighbrace mounted backrest cleats FOOTBRACE Adjustable Keeper footbrace GRAB HANDLES 2 anodised aluminium security bars • stern webbing tail OTHER FEATURES Minicell foam pillar buoyancy • outfitting kit with padding and allen keys • 3 aluminium fin boxes • set of 3 plastic fins COCKPIT SPRAYDECK 84 x 44 cm  (Palm R3 or Nookie Surf) Palm Impact deck soon available in an R3 size to fit TWO LEGACIES MEET Palm began life as a surf ski and kayak brand, with world and national champions among its team, before building a global reputation as a leading rotomoulder, known for durable, highperformance plastic whitewater and touring kayaks. Hobson has become the name in modern surf craft — shaping cutting-edge composite designs that dominate podiums and set the benchmark for performance. Bringing these two worlds together in the Eclipse is a natural collaboration: Hobson’s precision surf design meets Palm’s expertise in tough, accessible rotomoulding. The result is a celebration of surfing heritage which opens up surf kayaking style to more paddlers — on rivers, tide races and the open ocean surf.