SEAHORSE BRAID WINCH

The Seahorse Braid Winch is powered by a 150-watt motor (like our other Seahorse™ winches) and uses an 11.4AH Lithium battery. Due to the Braid line and the low-drag design of the Seahorse S30 Kontiki, this battery can retrieve the Kontiki unit up to three times on one battery. We have made the Winch simple with a soft-start three-speed control unit, ensuring full power is delivered to the motor no matter what. We have retained the Pulse function, allowing you total control over the Winch whenever needed.

There are 1500 metres of 140kg/300lb breaking strain Dyneema non-stretch braid, which is only 1.2mm in diameter. It is constructed from 8 strands, meaning if one strand is broken, the other 7 will take the strain. We place ½oz (20 grams) weights every 100 metres along the line to ensure the mainline is held on the bottom and to resist pulling the line by side currents.

Because the Dyneema braid is non-stretch, we can build everything lighter and smaller, making the winch easier to carry. The small disadvantage is that being lighter, it is more likely to be pulled down the beach by big fish. Simply sit on the winch or stake it to the ground, and the problem is solved.

The Seahorse Braid Winch is designed to operate with the Seahorse Clip n Go traceboard.

The Seahorse Braid Winch is the perfect partner for the lightweight Seahorse S33 and traceboard. This is the ultimate compact, lightweight, yet powerful Kontiki fishing package, using the latest technology to deliver the best Kontiki fishing experience you will ever have.

WHY IS THE SEAHORSE™ BRAID WINCH SO DIFFERENT TO EVERYTHING ELSEWHERE

The simple answer is technology moves on.

Since 2002, when the first Seahorse™ electric Winch was designed, two significant developments have occurred. The first is a non-stretch Dyneema braid, and the second is Lithium batteries. We have all seen the changes in rod-and-reel fishing since the introduction of Dyneema Braid, and thankfully, our mobile phones have gotten smaller thanks to lithium batteries.

While sealed lead-acid (SLA) batteries and monofilament nylon line are still great products, the monofilament has the disadvantage of weight and stretch. By moving to Dyneema Braid and Lithium batteries, we have moved to the next generation of Kontiki Winches. These changes will change the way we Kontiki fish, plus they will open up new and exciting ways to use your Seahorse™ Kontiki products.

The Seahorse Braid Winch is lighter, approximately half the weight of a traditional electric Winch, and approximately half the size. This means it’s easy for one person to carry, and it will fit into smaller spaces. You no longer need a big quad bike to carry your fishing gear. But you might need it to carry all your fish home.

Features

The Seahorse™ Braid Winch contains your mainline, 80 stoppers, a stoppered section, and a 100-metre leader.

The 11.4ah Lithium battery provides enough power to recover for three-line retrievals.

The 10ah Lithium battery has a built-in battery management system to ensure it is fully protected and has a long life. However, once it runs flat, the BMS will turn it off until it is recharged.

Its advanced design makes it simple to operate and easy to clean. The motor and control unit are fully protected behind the side cover.

The drum is located to keep the braided line as close to the sand as possible, allowing the line’s pull to force the Winch into the sand. Please note that, given the winch’s lightweight, it is likely to move sooner than heavyweight traditional winches.

The non-stretch braid line removes the need for a drag or brake system

The 1.2mm Dyneema braid line is a 300lb/140kg breaking strain. Being smaller in diameter, it is less likely to be pulled sideways by currents and rips, plus we weigh the line with a 1/2oz (20 gram) sinker every 100 metres to help hold the line in place.

The Dyneema braid is constructed from eight individual strands, meaning if one is broken, the other seven will take up the strain. If the line is damaged, simply cut out the damaged section and tie it together with a double or back-to-back uni knot, and you are back fishing.

All the wiring is done with marine-grade tinned wire to ensure it can handle the harsh marine environment

The powerful 150-watt motor and electronic control unit are protected inside the motor cover. The control unit is also fully encased in epoxy resin to ensure total protection

the simple single control unit with on/off and Pulse ensures you get full power and control of the Winch whenever you need it

The battery holder will also hold the Seahorse™ remote programmer.

A full 24-month warranty and support provide carefree operation. Call us anytime if you have a query regarding the operation of this Winch.