My Hobie Hull has a curve in it. Anyone notice similar?

I recently had a Revolution Hull replaced under warranty, but the new replacement hull has a curve to the left near the bow. I definitely think its curved enough to affect the tracking of the boat in the water.

I have not put the new hull in the water yet, and I'm kind of bummed I have a curved kayak.

Has anyone else noticed any abnormality in their hulls, any curves near the bow ?

I have held off on any rigging until I get some feed back as to the Hulls condition.

Probably ought to think about calling Hobie tech support and ask them what you should do. Maybe you got a bad one and they will just replace it "again"?

This could be a slight sunken area near the bow that makes it appear to bend to one side. Possible and most likely... and if so, easily corrected. Never heard of a bend that altered steering. Contact your dealer first and foremost with this type of concern. That is why they are there.

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Matt Miller
Former - Director of Parts and Accessory Sales
Warranty and Technical Support
Hobie Cat USA
(Retired 11/7/2022)