Combining the dynamic traits of the Mega Fury with the modern
design, speed and power of the Neutron, this new Reflex has got to be a
winner.
The Mega Reflex has the same completely flat hull design and low, sharp
rails that give its big brother, the Neutron, such speed. The seating
position is back from the center, with fins near the stern allowing the
front of the kayak to be released easily, enabling tight turns. These two
boats also share the new-shape deck – more foot room and a higher knee
position is a big improvement on paddling comfort for me, and there's a
bump of extra volume on the back deck.
Where these two boats differ is in their length. At just 7' 1” the
Reflex suits a very dynamic, fast and tight surfing style, making great
use of the speedy new hull in the pocket of the wave. At nearly six foot
tall I was convinced there was no way I would fit in the Reflex …
until I managed to jump straight in the boat, with plenty of space
around me. It's a Tardis!
The Reflex is amazingly fast. Its low, sharp rails gripped the wave
exactly where I wanted, never losing height or the power of the wave.
Carving hard and fast out of the bottom turn, I found the grip of the
rails combined with the shortness of the boat driving me vertically up
to the lip. This sets up perfectly for either a waveski-like slashed top
turn or getting airborne.
That bump of extra volume on the back deck, the “Power Pocket”,
was very noticeable in stopping a few back loops whilst paddling out,
and seemed to help me get my weight forwards when making sections, and
for some awesome speed down the line.
I like a dynamic, “short-board” style boat – the Reflex is so
much fun! - Review by Philip Watson
Length: 7'1" Width: 24.75"
Available in Standard, Superlite, and
X-tek - Buy
it Now!
A Neutron next to a Reflex.
