Australis Canoes Bass Fishing Kayak

Best Price Shipping Rates + FREE Freight Insurance:

We work with an extensive freight network to ensure you get the most competitive shipping rates on hard shell canoes and kayaks. 

You also make a substantial saving on freight by collecting bulky items from a nearby depot. Most freight carriers in Australia won't deliver bulky items to your door or charge excessive freight fees to do so. We obtain very competitive freight quotes by having bulky items delivered to transport partner collection depots Australia wide. 

Lastly, we understand waiting for your kayak to arrive can often be a nerve wracking experience. That is why we are offering free freight insurance with all our kayaks, so you can sleep well knowing your kayak is protected during transport. 

So, what are you waiting for? Check out our competitive shipping rates when you check out and enjoy peace of mind with free freight insurance today!

Order Confirmation:

As soon as you place your order you will receive an order confirmation e-mail. This means that we have received your order in our system and pre-authorised your credit card for the purchase.  

As soon as we receive your order we automatically check to confirm that your order is in stock and available for immediate shipment.  If your item is on back-order or unavailable we will void the pre-authorisation and reach out to you via e-mail to see if alternate arrangements can be made.  

If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within 5 business days) we will process the charges and get to work preparing your order for shipment.

Order Shipment:

If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your credit card it will ship within three business days from the date of your order.  

We will send you shipping confirmation within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out.  

If you do not receive shipping confirmation from us within four business days of your order feel free to follow up with us at sales@primalhunter.com.au

International Orders:

Please be aware that our products are made specifically for the Australian market. This means that our electrical products will require a universal adaptor to charge correctly. 

Our products have generally not been certified for use with other countries electrical safety standards but all of our products are certified to Australian standards.

We will happily ship our fantastic products to international customers. Due to the extremely wide variety of product dimensions we will provide an up to date shipping price quote for you on request.

Some of our products, such as hunting knives, may not be allowed to be shipped internationally. Please reach out to us at sales@primalhunter.com.au if you require any clarification.

If you are happy with our shipping quote we will prepare an order and payment though our ultra secure online payment gateway.

Damages:

Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you notice any minor/major damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery or do not agree to accept the delivery. 

If you do accept delivery you are required to immediately take photos using your smart phone or camera of the damaged packaging or products inside the packaging. 

If your item(s) do arrived damaged please send photos to sales@primalhunter.com.au, then visit our Returns page and lodge your return claim online.

We get it. You've got a lot of choice when it comes to online retailers. Here's why we think you should shop with us at Primal Hunter.

• Free Shipping Australia on all small & medium items. No extra charges. Ever.
• Competitive shipping on all bulky items.
• Price Match Guarantee. Best prices online guaranteed.
• 30 Day Easy Returns. No happy with your product, we'll take it back no questions asked.
• Great Service. We pride ourselves on the best service, anywhere.
• Your Satisfaction Guaranteed. We handpick our products for quality, we know you'll love them. But is there is ever something wrong, we'll fix it.

PRODUCT OF AUSTRALIA

Australis Canoes is proud to be a licensee of the Australian Made, Australian Grown campaign. This logo assists customers in identifying products made in Australia so they can make informed decisions about purchasing products that support manufacturing and jobs in Australia.

All Australis canoes, kayaks, sea kayaks, sit-on-tops and paddles have been certified as a "Product of Australia" which is the highest qualification offered to a manufacturer. This means that all of our manufacturing processes occur within Australia, using Australian raw materials (whenever possible). In this way we support many other small businesses who employ Australian workers.

In addition, our products have been designed in Australia for Australian paddling conditions, and are not foreign products made under licence. 

We feel this certification will help consumers identify between products that have been manufactured in Australia, and products that are sold by companies who say they are "Australian owned and operated" but who actually sell products that have been manufactured overseas. 
 

Why don't you use the "Australian Made" logo? 

Australis kayaks, canoes, sit-on-tops and paddles all qualify to display the "Australian Made and Owned" logo but Australis usually uses the "Product of Australia" logo as it's the highest qualification offered to a manufacturer. This means that all of our manufacturing processes occur within Australia, using Australian raw materials (whenever possible). In this way we support many other small businesses who employ Australian workers.

Many companies in the canoeing and kayaking industry are Australian owned but the products they sell are not manufactured here. These companies OMIT to say that their products are made overseas, and hope the consumer will assume that because the company is "Australian" that the product is also "Australian". 

Other companies actually construct overseas products here in Australia under licence to a foreign company or the parts are shipped out to be assembled here. While these may be technically "Made in Australia" most of the work is done overseas and the profits from these products go back to the overseas parent company. Purchasing these products does not support the Australian economy in the same way that a "Product of Australia" does.

All Australis products are: 

• 100% Australian Made 
• 100% Australian Designed, and 
• Australis is a 100% Australian Owned Family Company

A combination of these 3 factors ensures that we are supporting Australian jobs, Australian manufacturing and the Australian economy. As a bonus you, the customer, receives a craft that has been designed specifically for Australian conditions. You are not only receiving a product that is "Australian Made" but one that is also a "Product of Australia". 

By buying a "Product of Australia" you are receiving a product of the highest quality and supporting all the businesses across Australia who supply Australis with the hundreds of small parts that go into the manufacture and assembly of our canoes and kayaks. You are helping these businesses compete with big, overseas companies and you are supporting manufacturing and jobs in Australia. And as a added bonus all the profits remain in local Australian communities.

To find out why buying Australian is good for you, for your family & friends and for Australia go to the Australian Made website.

AUSTRALIS LIFETIME WARRANTY

What does it mean to have a Lifetime Warranty? 
All watercraft manufactured by Australis Canoes & Kayaks are covered by a Lifetime Warranty.

• The Lifetime Warranty offered by Australis Canoes covers faulty materials and workmanship.
• It applies to watercraft used for domestic purposes and does not apply to commercial operators.
• Warranty does not cover misuse, carelessness, lack of maintenance or general wear and tear caused by usage.

Damage caused by wear and tear can usually be repaired, even though it is not covered by warranty. Spare parts are also readily available because all Australis watercraft are manufactured in Wollongong.

GENERAL CANOE Questions

Can I get replacement parts for my Australis canoe? 
Unlike some other brands, replacement parts for the Australis Bushranger and Swagman canoes are readily available. 
Because we make all our products at our factory in Wollongong, and use universal parts across our range, we are able to supply replacement parts quickly. 

• Australis Canoes Pty Ltd is aware of some other brands of canoes for which replacement parts are not available, meaning that if a part breaks it may make the canoe unsafe to use, or totally unusable. We recommend that you find out whether replacement parts are available before making your purchasing decision, if you think that this may be important to you. 
   

What do I need to do to maintain my canoe? 

NOT MUCH!!
Australis Canoes are virtually maintenance free, which is one of the reasons why they are so popular with hire operators. 
The use of aluminium supports and plastic moulded seats means that there is no wood that can rot over time because of exposure to the elements.
All you need do (if you really want to), is to hose any sand or mud out of the boat.

Can I fit soft backrests to my Australis canoe? 
Yes. 
We currently fit the soft backrests to our Swagman and Bushranger canoes in our Deluxe fishing package. 

• If you already have a canoe and would like to fit soft backrest to it, a kit is able to be purchased as an after-market package that you can fit to your canoe. 
   

Can I take my canoe out on the ocean? 
Although we know that people have done this, Australis Canoes strongly recommends that you do not take a canoe onto the ocean. 
The hull shape of a canoe is not designed to handle the waves and swell of the ocean, and may tip over. 

• When paddling on the ocean, it is recommended that you stick to either sit-on-top kayaks or a specialist sea kayak, both of which are designed to be paddled in waves and swell. 
   

How do I carry a canoe on my car? Do I need cradles on my roof racks? 
The easiest and most secure way to carry a canoe on your car is to put it up straight onto standard roof racks, upside-down.
Securing your canoe up-side down on the flat of the gunnels is more secure than tying a canoe into cradles.  

BUSHRANGER & SWAGMAN Questions

Is the 3 seat Bushranger bigger than the 2 seat Bushranger? 

No. 
The exact same hull is used to make the 2 seat and the 3 seat Bushranger canoes. 
The canoes only differ in that the 3 seat Bushranger has an extra seat and backrest fitted into the middle cockpit of the canoe. 
The extra seat and backrest accounts for the slightly heavier weight of the 3 seat canoe. 
 

Can I fit a middle seat to my Bushranger 2 and convert it to a Bushranger 3? 

Yes. 
Both the middle seat by itself or a middle seat and backrest kit are available to purchase as an after-market accessory to allow you to convert your Bushranger canoe from a 2 seater to a 3 seater. Most people choose to just fit the seat (not the backrest) as it is an easier fit-out that does not require any alterations to the 2 seat set-up.
 

How do I fit a middle seat to my Bushranger to convert it to a Bushranger 3? 

NOTE: The weld hole underneath the seat goes towards the rear of the canoe. 

• Place the seat into the middle of the centre cockpit of the canoe with the edge of the seat closest to your feet and angled away at 45 degrees.
• Place a tyre lever (or large screw driver) between the seat and the opposite side of the canoe and pull the tyre lever towards you while pushing on the seat. The side of the canoe will flex out approx 50mm (2") to allow the seat to slip into the canoe. 
• Push the seat towards the rear of the centre cockpit.
   
• To remove the seat, move the seat towards the centre of the cockpit and reverse the process.

Is the Swagman canoe available as a 2 seater? 

No. 
The Swagman is only available as a 3 seater, as the middle seat provides support to the structure of the canoe. 

MOTOR BRACKET Questions 

What is the maximum size motor that I can put on my Australis Bushranger or Swagman canoe? 

Australis Canoes recommends that a motor size of 2.5Hp petrol or 28-36 pound electric NOT BE EXCEEDED when using a motor on either the Bushranger or Swagman canoes.
 

What if I have a bigger size motor? Can I still use it? 

Exceeding the recommended motor sizes will not make the canoe travel any faster and may actually cause it to become unsafe.
Our canoes have a maximum "hull speed" that can easily be achieved with motors of the recommended size. 
 

Do I need to put an outrigger kit on if I have a motor bracket on my canoe? 

Although not compulsory, we do strongly recommend that you attach an outrigger kit when using a motor on your canoe, to ensure maximum stability. 
 

Can I fit an Australis motor bracket to my non-Australis canoe? 

Usually not. 
Our motor brackets are make up to fit perfectly onto the profile of our Bushranger and Swagman canoes, so that your motor will be securely attached. Remember you need to specify which canoe it needs to fit.
As most other canoes will not have the exact same profile, the motor bracket will not fit as securely as it should, and it may come off resulting in you losing your motor. 
 

What materials are your motor brackets made of? 

Aluminium square bar, with marine ply wood and 316 marine-grade stainless steel screws. 

OUTRIGGER KIT Questions 

I don't have an Australis canoe, but can I still fit an Australis outrigger kit to my non-Australis canoe? 

Maybe. 
Whilst our outrigger kits have been made to use with the Bushranger and Swagman canoes, the kit does come with universal fittings and you may find that the outrigger kits will either bolt straight onto your canoe, or may do so with a small amount of modification. 
The poles that the outrigger floats attach to, will straddle across the middle of most canoes. It is the brackets that may need to be modified to be compatible with your canoe. 

 

What comes in the outrigger kit? 

You can purchase Australis outrigger kits as a single kit or a double kit. Alternatively, you can also purchase the floats only. 

Float only with 2 wing nuts attached to moulded-in thread

Single Outrigger Kit - consisting of: 

• 1 x float with 2 wing nuts to attach the float to the 2 poles 
• 2 x 2m (40mm) anodised aluminium poles 
• 4 x attaching clamps that affix the poles to the canoe. 
  Each clamp consists of a: 
       Large U-bolt that holds the poles down onto the canoe. 
       Backing plate that secures the U-bolt down against the canoe. 
       Wingnuts that tighten the backing plate to the U-bolt.  

Double Outrigger Kit - consisting of: 

• 2 x floats with 2 wing nuts (per float) to attach the floats to the 2 poles 
• 2 x 3m (40mm) anodised aluminium poles 
• 4 x attaching clamps that affix the poles to the canoe. 
  Each clamp consists of a: 
       Large U-bolt that holds the poles down onto the canoe. 
       Backing plate that secures the U-bolt down against the canoe. 
       Wingnuts that tighten the backing plate to the U-bolt.  
   

What materials are your outrigger kits made of? 

• Float - the same polyethylene as our canoes. 
• Poles - 40mm aluminium poles that are anodised to protect the aluminium and stop your hands turning black when you handle them. 
• U-Bolt - stainless steel 
• Wingnuts - stainless steel
• Backing plate - aluminium