Subkayak D46 Løbs- og Turingkajak af Tamas Fekete

Subkayak D46 Løbs- og Turingkajak af Tamas Fekete er en højt anset vinder af den meget prestigefyldte 2025 A' Design Award i Guld i konkurrencekategorien Sportsudstyr, Fitness og Fritidsudstyr Design.

GuldSportsudstyr· 2025

Subkayak D46 Løbs- og Turingkajak

af Tamas Fekete

Klient: Openend Design Ltd.

Vinder af A' Design Award i Guld i kategorien Sportsudstyr

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Om Subkayak D46 Løbs- og Turingkajak

Subkayak D46 er designet til både turing og løb med fokus på performance og æstetik. Det visuelle design har en optisk opdeling i to markante sektioner, hvilket giver den et genkendeligt udseende. Kajakken understøtter forskellige tilpasningsmuligheder gennem brug af 3D-printede komponenter. Elementer som dæksel til rorlugen og flagholdere kan produceres efter bestilling, hvilket muliggør justeringer i form, farve eller branding. Denne tilgang gør det muligt for brugere at personalisere deres kajak efter individuelle præferencer, samtidig med at den overordnede funktionalitet og design bevares.

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Om A' Design Award i Guld

Subkayak D46 Løbs- og Turingkajak er vinder af A' Design Award i Guld, en uhyre prestigefyldt anerkendelse, der tildeles førsteklasses, vidunderlige og fremragende designs. Guldvinderne er yderst innovative, højt visionære og glamourøst blændende skabelser, der afspejler deres designeres geni, visdom og dygtighed. Subkayak D46 Løbs- og Turingkajak forventes at være en højt rost, trendsættende og monumental opfindelse, der leverer hidtil uset værdi. Dette design, der har vundet A' Design Award i Guld, er et spektakulært, respekteret projekt, som i høj grad gavner og flytter grænserne for kunst, videnskab, design og teknologi. Subkayak D46 Løbs- og Turingkajak skaber intense følelser af begær, vækker passion, opmuntrer kreativitet og fascinerer os.

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Unikke Egenskaber: The D46 kayak offerst a two-section design offering enhanced customization options despite being made of a single composite material. Additionally, it incorporates 3D printed components, such as a rudder hatch cover and flag holder, which can be customized according to the buyer's preferences, including logos and a choice of colors. These parts are made-to-order and provide a level of personalization for the owners to express their style while maintaining the functionality of the kayak.
Dimensioner & Emballage: 5200 mm x 460 mm x 310 mm

Crafted using vacuum infusion that ensures even resin distribution.
Incorporates foam, fiberglass or carbon fiber, and epoxy-vinylester, balancing durability with light weight.
Customization option from simple color selections to complex paint jobs. Customizable 3D printed components (race number holder, rudder hatch cover), available in any colors and with debossed graphics.

3D Printed parts:
SLS 3D Print: Nylon PA12, Dyed black
MJF 3D Print: Nylon PA12, Any color
Tags: Kayak Design, Racing Kayak, Leisure Kayak, Touring Kayak, 3D Printing, Watercraft, Boat Design, Watersport, Carbon Fiber, Speed
Produktionsteknologi: Starting with 3D scanning and reverse engineering one of Subkayak's hand-built kayak for millimeter-precise hull replication to match its hydrodynamic performance. Further development included mood boards, concept sketches, renders and numerous small-scale 3D printed draft prototypes before making the final CAD file with G3 surface continuity for a sculpted aesthetic. CNC machining of a full-size foam model followed, forming the foundation to create the master moulds to manufacture the D46.
Designudfordring: The main challenge was translating a physical kayak's precise hydrodynamics into a digital format with millimeter accuracy, essential for competition eligibility and performance. Using 3D scanning for the complex hull surface and integrating the new design features within strict size regulations required precise A-class surface modeling. The project's success depended on a single 1:1 scale CNC-d foam prototype emphasising the need for precise CAD deliverable to achieve a hand-sculpted look.
Forskning: Our research included surveys to understand amateur and professional kayak users' preferences in design aesthetics, customization, and cockpit ergonomics. Engaging with kayakers through both direct and online methods, we gathered insights via open-ended questions. Findings reveal a strong desire for customization options to express personal style and the need for a wider cockpit for better fit.
Inspiration: The design of the D46 kayak was inspired by the complex surface and material transitions seen in racing boats and sports cars. The aim was to visually break away from the uniformity aesthetics of single-piece kayaks by using form and color to split the kayak into two distinct sections.
Projektvarighed: The project started in March 2022 in Budapest and finished in January 2023 in Budapest. Since then It was exhibited in Budapest in the Hungarian Design Awards in October 2023.
Driftsflow: The kayak, being lightweight, is easily carried to the water and placed in. The user then sits in the cockpit, securing their feet on footrests and grasping the paddle with both hands. Propulsion is achieved through alternating paddle strokes on each side, while steering is managed by foot pedals controlling the rudder. This setup enables precise navigation and efficient gliding through the water, allowing for a smooth and responsive kayaking experience.
Teammedlemmer: Tamás Fekete
Billedkreditering: Image Credits: Tamás Fekete