Nelo offers various construction layups designed to optimize the performance, weight, stiffness, and durability of the boats. Each layup is developed to meet the needs of different paddlers and racing conditions.
Here are our main constructions:
| P | Polyethylene | Built-in polyethene material. With more than 50% recycled material! |
| A1 | Fiberglass Epoxy | This is the basic layup that is meant to be an affordable option for touring and learning boats. |
| F | Hybrid Carbon Epoxy | A very durable and resistant layup, ideal for sprint training and competition. A great balance between stiffness and price. |
| WWR | Carbon/Kevlar Epoxy | It was specifically developed for down river, marathon training, and sea racing. It stands out for the balance between its lightness and stiffness. |
| G | Carbon Honeycomb Epoxy | High-quality construction, amazing stiffness, prepared for high performance. |
| E | Lightweight Carbon Epoxy | It was specifically developed for marathon events. As light as it can be while being very resilient in a demanding sport. |
| SCS | Solid Composite System | Provides an excellent performance level because of it’s extreme stiffness, the result of using state-of-the-art materials and technologies. Ideal for high level competition. This layup also stands out for the available options, such as, weights, covers, fittings and designs. |
| FC | Full Carbon | The beauty of a clear carbon boat while being the stiffest layup, all possible by using an infusion process for maximum fiber and resin impregnation. |
| AIR | Ultralight Weight | Was specifically developed for surfski boats, standing out for being extremely lightweight. It’s especially suited for high performance in all conditions. |
Choosing the right layup may depend on some points as the paddler’s level of experience, the type of water they will be paddling in, and their performance goals…
For flatwater competitive racers, a stiffer layup like SCS or FC would be ideal. Marathon paddlers might opt for lighter layups as E and local clubs might choose a more cost-effective F layup for beginner athletes.
If you have some doubts about choosing the right layup don’t hesitate to ask your Nelo dealer or right to us at nelo@nelo.eu.
