Gator GuardsPatch Kayak Keel - Keel Strip Form - Protects and Repairs Vulnerable Kayak Keel Contact Points - DIY Installation - Prep, Peel and Stick - Easy to Use - USA Made

On for2 years, I am hard on the front end, landing on rocks and on concrete launch. Getting to see the original yak keel so time to replace.

I admit I am a kayak abuser. I drag mine on concrete launch ramps quite a bit. The first shot if after three year of wear. I use my kayak A LOT! I also recommend pairing it with JB Plastic Bonder to fill in major scratches and I suggest building a little ramp from the kayak base to the top of the thick Gator Patch or sanding down the "sharp" edge). For extreme bends I cut it to allow fold over instead of a big wrinkle. Also I believe in Aerospace 303 for your kayak. My kayak is 11 years old.Yea, it's not cheap. If they're were a better value alternative I would take it. I am thrilled there is such a product. I have a basement so I can put it on inside and then take out in the sun. I can see that it would be a problem if you had to do it all outside. I have a relatively expensive kayak. If I had a Walmart special I wanted to protect I would say it is too expensive. Again, I think this stuff is great for my needs..

One thing i haven't seen anyone mention in how FAST this thing will start to cure under direct sunlight. Seconds, literal seconds outside and the uncured, unpeeled patch became noticeably stiffer than it was fresh out of the package. Beware of reflected sunlight, even if you're in the shade this thing will begin to cure right away. If you're working by daylight, it's enough to begin the cure and make it harder to mold over the contours of your boat.Otherwise, it's great. Soft and easy to cut before the cure and tough enough to handle some abuse after.

I’ve used my plastic kayak twice since patching; no leaks. I bought this patch after my hull filled with water and I searched for solutions online. Plastic welding seemed most people’s go to but I knew that was beyond me. This patch cost more but not as much as a new kayak. I guess that’s why they can charge so much for what seems like it couldn’t cost much to manufacture. I found a crack in a scupper hole and easily patched inside and out. I’ll use the rest to strengthen the keel. Once open, the package needs to be used within six months.

We used this product on the keel of sons kayak, absolutely amazing. Follow the directions and you can't go wrong. It is a little pricey in my opinion although cheaper than a new boat.