Grabner Hype

The Grabner Hype is delivered fully equipped and includes an ergonomic seat, an adjustable foot brace, two cross braces, and two thigh straps that provide secure contact and control in whitewater conditions. The package also contains a repair kit for minor damage, a valve wrench, and an overpressure adapter. This comprehensive setup ensures you are well prepared to use the Hype safely and to handle basic maintenance whenever needed.

In addition to essential gear such as a paddle, air pump, and personal flotation device, we recommend adding extra D-rings to the Grabner Hype. They allow you to securely attach equipment like a throw bag or other important items directly to the kayak. This is especially practical in whitewater, where having critical gear within easy reach can make a real difference.

With a suitable air pump, the Grabner Hype is ready for use in just a few minutes. The kayak features three separate air chambers – one floor chamber and two side chambers – each inflated to 0.3 bar. This simple and efficient setup means you spend less time preparing and more time on the water, making it easy to get started quickly on your next whitewater run.

The Grabner Hype is designed as a one-person kayak and, despite its compact overall size, offers ample space even for taller and heavier paddlers. The cockpit layout provides enough room to carry essential gear for a day trip without restricting freedom of movement, ensuring a balanced and comfortable paddling position on the water.

The Grabner Hype is designed for whitewater up to Class IV, making it well suited for demanding and technically challenging runs. Even in powerful hydraulics and fast-moving sections, the kayak remains predictable and controllable, which makes the Hype a high-performance inflatable kayak for experienced paddlers tackling serious whitewater.

The Grabner Hype is made from premium 1100 dtex EPDM rubber, an exceptionally durable material developed specifically for demanding whitewater use. This high-grade rubber offers outstanding abrasion resistance, remains flexible in cold conditions, and easily withstands repeated contact with rocks, gravel, and strong currents.

Its compact hull design distributes stress evenly across the structure, allowing the Hype to maintain its shape and airtightness even under intensive paddling. The vulcanized construction further enhances long-term durability, ensuring the material shows no weaknesses even after many seasons of hard use. As a result, the Hype ranks among the most durable inflatable whitewater kayaks on the market.

Thanks to its short overall length, the Grabner Hype packs down very compactly and is especially easy to transport. Weighing just 13.5 kg, it is one of the most manageable inflatable whitewater kayaks available and can be comfortably carried over the shoulder or on your back.

The EPDM rubber dries quickly and folds neatly, allowing the Hype to fit easily into small car boots or the storage space of a camper van. For whitewater paddlers who want a technically capable kayak without sacrificing mobility and travel flexibility, the Hype offers excellent transport characteristics.