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INTEX Challenger Inflatable Kayak Series: Includes Deluxe 86in Kayak Paddles and High-Output Pump – SuperStrong PVC – Adjustable Seat with Backrest – Removable Skeg – Cargo Storage Net

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  • Kayak has a 220-pound capacity making it great for boating and fishing on lakes or mild rivers; Weighs 27 pounds and is U.S. Coast Guard I.D and TUV-approved
  • Comfortable and spacious cockpit with inflatable seats, backrests, and a cargo net to keep personal belongings in the boat; Streamline design for easy paddling and removable skeg for directional stability
  • Inflatable I beam floor for comfort and rigidity, streamlined design for easy paddling, grab lines on both ends, and made of rugged tough 30 gauge vinyl for durability; Noticeable graphics give a sporty flair and maximize safety on the water
  • Strong molecular structure of this plastic makes it highly resistant to damage from abrasion, impact, and sunlight special PVC plastic material also allows more air pressure for greater rigidity while maintaining the PVC material's natural flexibility and
  • Easy-to-store and carry package includes Challenger K1 kayak, 86-inch aluminum oar, High capacity/output hand pump with 2 quick fill, fast deflate Boston valves on main hull chamber, repair patch kit and carry bag; Dimensions (LxWxH): 108 x 30 x 13 inches

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INTEX Challenger Inflatable Kayak Series: Includes Deluxe 86in Kayak Paddles and High-Output Pump – SuperStrong PVC – Adjustable Seat with Backrest – Removable Skeg – Cargo Storage Net

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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Customers like the quality, portability, stability, and inflation of the kayak. For example, they mention it's a really decent kayak, easy to carry, and stable. Some appreciate the quick and easy inflation and deflation. That said, they say it'd be a great value for a kayak with paddles.

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1,882 customers mention1,322 positive560 negative

Customers like the stability of the kayak. They mention that it's sturdy, more stable than standard kayaks, and secure. The durable vinyl material is substantial for an inflatable kayak, and it'll hold a line better. The construction of the boat is adequate, and the kayak inflated quite easily and quickly.

"...Anyways, they are so sturdy and the material is so thick that I have no problem with my dogs jumping in and out of it, but I would still yell at..." Read more

"...The boat feels very sturdy but I don't expect it would last more than a couple of years unless you took exceptional care of it...." Read more

"...Easy to store and transport- More stable than standard kayaks. We haven't gotten close to tipping; I can't imagine it happening.-..." Read more

"...ikea bags. The bag it comes in is useless/flimsy. Just get a 99 cent Ikea bag.One thing to be careful about is not to over-inflate it...." Read more

1,759 customers mention1,373 positive386 negative

Customers like the inflation of the boat. They mention that it inflated quite easily and quickly, and the pump is easy and efficient. They also say that it deflated even faster in just a few seconds.

"...This inflatable kayak is awesome for CRUISING speeds. Once you get going, you really pick up that speed and get going. TRACKING was quite excellent...." Read more

"...The pump is easy and efficient. But it's kinda cheap (to be expected at this price point)...." Read more

"...It's quick to fill, easy to break down, has a nice seat with a strap that helps it provide plenty of support, and the extra space behind the seat..." Read more

"...Pumps up quickly - takes me about 9 minutes for the 2 person K2, and about 6 minutes to hand inflate a K1..." Read more

1,416 customers mention1,287 positive129 negative

Customers find the value of the kayak to be great. They mention that it's affordable and a great way to test out kayaking before making a larger investment.

"...So far, we have found it to be well worth the small investment and minor hassles (and then some)!" Read more

"...A nice, inexpensive way to test out kayaking and see if it’s for you before dropping huge amounts of money on big plastic boat you have to store,..." Read more

"...looking at inflatable kayaks for a while, and these were just so, so inexpensive that I figured it would be a worth while step in just seeing if I..." Read more

"...4. Brilliant for family lake kayaking5. Great valueWhat I don't like about this product:1. Back support2...." Read more

1,325 customers mention1,026 positive299 negative

Customers like the quality of the kayak. They say it's a decent kayak, with a nice paddle. They also appreciate the construction, saying it'll last a long time. Some customers say the kayak handles well, and the skeg keeps it straight. Overall, most are happy with the quality and value of the product.

"...PUMPING with the supplied pump is so incredibly easy and awesome, but it’s pretty embarrassing pumping with a tiny little thing and having your feet..." Read more

"...All-in-all, it's a really decent kayak, which is not just for beginners or calm water, but can even be enjoyed by regular kayakers and in waters..." Read more

"...could cause it to pop, but for some weekend lake paddling it’s super nice, and a ton of fun!..." Read more

"...I dislike the way the backrest is made. It serves its purpose but I'm debating making a solid seat to put in it...." Read more

1,167 customers mention1,039 positive128 negative

Customers like the portability of the product. They say it's easy to inflate, carry, and store. They also appreciate the lightweight carrying case. Customers also say the concept is great for its portability, and it'll fit in a truck.

"...UBER.INFLATABLE KAYAK PROS- Easy to store and transport- More stable than standard kayaks...." Read more

"...It just takes up a lot of space. While easy to transport locally, for longer trips that might include luggage and several people, it takes up too..." Read more

"...It's easy to portage and carry the kayak when inflated, although the carrying bag for getting it to/from the water isn't that easy to use since the..." Read more

"...after each use in the handy carry bag they provide and it’s super convenient to toss one ((or more)) in the truck of a small car and go off on..." Read more

1,145 customers mention1,036 positive109 negative

Customers find the boat easy to use. They mention it's easy to set up and inflate, with a rudder that's simple to put on and take off. They also appreciate the speed and ease of assembly and inflation/deflation. Customers also say the boat tracks well on the water, and the Boston valves and supplied pump/fittings are quick and easy.

"...PUMPING with the supplied pump is so incredibly easy and awesome, but it’s pretty embarrassing pumping with a tiny little thing and having your feet..." Read more

"...You can use a standard air mattress pump to inflate.- VERY easy to figure out right out of the box - just READ THE DIRECTIONS the first..." Read more

"...Set up is surprisingly easy with the supplied air pump. It’s faster than getting an electric air pump. It is a bit of a work out...." Read more

"...2. Speed and ease of assembly and inflation/deflation.3. Sturdiness of construction.4. Very comfortable seat.5...." Read more

822 customers mention668 positive154 negative

Customers like the performance of the kayak. They mention that it works surprisingly well, gets the job done just fine, and the pump works very well. Some say that the kayak still functions perfectly fine despite being slightly misshapen. They also say that it does very well in terms of storage.

"...The manual pump that it came with worked so well and so fast that I am thinking of using it for my inflatable bed for camping as well..." Read more

"...The manual air pumps work great, and once you get into a rhythm most people won't have an issue, but they aren't made for tall people and you will..." Read more

"...This tandem inflatable worked perfectly. I had concerns that and inflatable: 1. would be slow and hard to paddle, 2...." Read more

"...We tested it against a strong current with 1' waves and it performed very well (even with an adult and a kid in at the same time)...." Read more

1,069 customers mention669 positive400 negative

Customers are mixed about the storage space. Some mention that the storage bag is large enough that it is not terribly challenging to repack the kayak, while others say that it's a bit cramped, the area where your feet rest is terribly constricting, and the leg room is very very tight.

"...The WEIGHT was maybe 20 lbs and fits in a bag! I wouldn’t throw it over my back and bike it to the lake, but it’s so compact!..." Read more

"...a strap that helps it provide plenty of support, and the extra space behind the seat lets me stash the storage bag and pump so I don't have to make..." Read more

"...first expedition, so I'd have more legroom, but it was still very, very cramped. I basically couldn't move my legs much at all once I was "in place"...." Read more

"...- Comes with everything you need - kayak, seat, storage bag, paddle, skeg (snaps on underneath for stability), patch kit and air pump..." Read more

VERY DETAILED REVIEW & TIPS ON DRYING THIS KAYAK EFFORTLESSLY IN LESS THAN 30 MINUTES IN THE SUN
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VERY DETAILED REVIEW & TIPS ON DRYING THIS KAYAK EFFORTLESSLY IN LESS THAN 30 MINUTES IN THE SUN
This listing includes:- 1 Inflatable kayak- 1 Skeg (to keep your kayak straight in the water)- 1 Set of collapsible oars- 1 Inflatable seat- 1 Inflatable green thing for the front of your kayak- 1 Repair kit- 1 Instruction manual- 1 Carry bag- 1 Pump with hose attachment – this pump is a really fast pump, by the way.- 1 Clear, plastic measuring tape which you won’t use after your first time.What else you’ll need:- PFD (Life Jacket)- Large, preferably absorbent towel for when you need to dry and wipe your kayak before you put it away.- Zip lock bag or water-proof case for your phone and other items.- Sun screen- Something to drink- Body of water with a wind speed factor of less than 12mph, to take the kayak out to.OVERVIEW:We bought two Intex Challenger K1 Kayaks and took them out for a spin the very weekend we received it. It turned into a 3-hour kayaking session because we had so much fun with it! They were $49.99 each when it was on sale, and I couldn’t help but to buy it after reading the reviews, both positive and negative. What I took away from this entire purchase was how glad I am that I took a chance on it. This is one of the best purchases I’ve made.PROS - REVIEW – Here’s the good stuff first (Pros):The QUALITY was better than I expected. Repair is also super simple, according to Youtube, but I haven’t had to do this as there were no defects in my kayaks… yet. Anyways, they are so sturdy and the material is so thick that I have no problem with my dogs jumping in and out of it, but I would still yell at them to be careful...The COLLAPSIBLE OARS are actually more than good enough for me. They were easy to assemble and didn’t clip my hands or felt loose. They actually felt perfect in the water as well. I suppose the other reviews had me worried that the oars would be terrible, and I’d have to go buy another one at Walmart, but really, they work completely fine and a lot better than anticipated. I do think that better paddles would get you places faster though.The WEIGHT was maybe 20 lbs and fits in a bag! I wouldn’t throw it over my back and bike it to the lake, but it’s so compact! I love being able to just throw it into the trunk and take the inflatable kayak to the water whenever we feel like it.PUMPING and ASSEMBLING the kayak was sooooo easy and fast AFTER the first time. Yes, it took some time to figure stuff out the first time and I even got angry at the vague instructions, BUT after that, I was literally able to pump up the main kayak in less than 2 minutes and have it out in the water in less than 5 – all with just the pump that was supplied. I thought I’d have to use an electric pump, but no need! The manual pump that it came with worked so well and so fast that I am thinking of using it for my inflatable bed for camping as well (or should I say "glamping"?).The BOSTON CAP made it convenient to pump as well, because air only goes in one way when you’re pumping, so you don’t have to rush to close the cap for fear of air escaping. With the pumping of the kayak, there are two main compartments – one for the base and the other one for the top. I actually counted the number of pumps that worked for us: 63 pumps for the base and 44 pumps for the top. It’s silly to think that it will always remain the same number though, but knowing this number helps me keep track of the rubber’s condition of my kayak.The SKEG stayed in place real well. I did have to check on it once in a while just to make sure it was still there. So far, it’s lasted. I have no problems with it at all.The INFLATABLE SEAT, like many people have said, sits quite high if you inflate the bottom as well. So we took other people’s advice and only inflated the back portion of the seat. It’s nice and comfy.The SPACE FOR THE LEGS are not bad. We’re 5’1” and 5’5”. That being said, there’s this inflatable green triangle/oblong-like thing that everyone keeps wondering about. It actually slides into the front of your kayak. At first, we thought it’s so it’s easier for short people’s legs, then I realize that 1. it lifts the front-top portion of the kayak a little bit so it kind of helps with keeping water out of front of the kayak, 2. it helps with lifting the front top so your legs don’t get squished or feels too restricted in the kayak, and 3. it actually helped a whole bunch with using it to reach the ends with my towel when I needed to completely dry the inside (not necessary, but more on this later).This inflatable kayak is awesome for CRUISING speeds. Once you get going, you really pick up that speed and get going. TRACKING was quite excellent. It always went in the direction I wanted it to go, never went off-track, and made turns effortlessly. It felt like I wore it like my own skin. We also had WINDS at a constant of about 9 or 10mph, with an occasional gust of 12-15mph. There was significant waves once in a while when boats are close by with their motors on. Our kayaks stayed on course really well through it all, with a little bit of resistance when going against the wind. At one point, we did feel like the kayak was going to flip over with the significance of some of the waves, but we didn't stick around to find out.CONS - REVIEW – Cons and Suggestions:The supplied CARRYING BAG is actually not that great. It reminds me of the recycled tote people use as grocery bags. In fact, those recycled grocery totes are probably better quality. However, with that said, the bag is still big enough and decent enough. I wouldn’t waste any money to buy a replacement bag.These inflatable kayaks do LEAN TO THE RIGHT! My goodness, I thought this was going to be a problem, but guess what? It only took 2 minutes in the water for BOTH our bodies to completely adjust itself to the slight skew of the kayak. You may notice you’ll naturally lean more to one direction. Or more likely, you’ll notice yourself holding your oars more towards one direction. For us, we both held the oars lower to the right to adjust for the balance of the kayak. It’s just so natural that there’s absolutely nothing to worry about. You’ll forget about it as soon as you start paddling. Someone also suggested letting out a little air and/or getting out and adjusting the bottom a little. I haven't tried it yet, but worth looking into. Well, for our kayaks, it just tilts very little and doesn't matter how much we inflate or deflate it or move it around, but we never really did too much to fix it; we just sort of accepted it the way it is lol. Then again, like I said, you won't notice it soon after you paddle off.We didn't flip over in the middle of the lake, but my wife did FLIP over was when she climbed into her kayak in the very first time. I wasn't watching, so I don't even know how she managed to do that. She might have sat too close to the edge as she tried to get on?? I don't know... She seemed just as stunned by it, so she couldn't really describe how it flipped over. The kayak was light enough to flip back over effortlessly. I honestly don't know if this should be a con or pro though, because imagine if you did flip over in the middle of kayaking. If you know nothing about flipping a regular kayak back over and climbing back in, you'll have to be wait to be saved by other people. Now imagine your inflatable kayak flipping over... If it's anything like a regular float at water parks, it may prove to be easy to get back on - or not, hopefully without completely filling the kayak with water... I've never really tried it and never came across the problem, but will amend the review if it happens.It was actually quite confusing to FOLD the kayak back up. If you’re like my wife, you’ll just do whatever works for you and get on with it. I’m more of a pain-in-the-a about it, so I had to do it exactly how it was unfolded. I can already tell you the difference between my kayak and my wife’s kayak is that mine will last far better than hers. I took someone else’s advice and took pictures of how it was unfolded so that I can fold it back up exactly like so. After a few tries, you won’t need the pictures anymore. The reason for folding it back the way it was folded is to 1. protect the skeg area, 2. keep the kayak compact enough to fit back into the bag that it came with, and 3. possibly to keep from creating new edges to fold which may be sharp and cause punctures along the new sharp edges/corners. If you don’t really care about all that kind of stuff, just fold it into thirds and throw it in the trunk. That works for my wife too. Lol. Now that I think about it though, I may just do what my wife does and fold it into thirds the long way and place it in the back seat/trunk. The less folding, the better it may last.PUMPING with the supplied pump is so incredibly easy and awesome, but it’s pretty embarrassing pumping with a tiny little thing and having your feet on the teeny-tiny little bases. You’ll be tempted not to place both feet on the base at first or just use your hands to pump instead because you’re so MUCH cooler than that, but you’ll quickly realize the you just want to get it over with and in the water as quickly as possible. Sooo, you’ll eventually pump the kayak with both feet on the base, hunched over with your butt all the way in the air, and pumping away frantically. I’ve seen others do it and it looks just as embarrassing as it feels. Honestly two embarrassing minutes. Every. Single. Time. If you can get past the embarrassment though, the pump is actually so damn fine, you’ll love it and want to keep it with you wherever you go. Okay, let me walk back on that pump... I meant that the pump is fast and has all the attachments you'll ever need for you kayak. So, it's also great for floats! The quality of the pump's plastic, on the other hand, is really cheap-feeling and light-weight.Edited: DRYING THE KAYAKS were no easy feat the first time around. However, I figured out the fastest and the best way to do this. It will require an absorbent, large towel per kayak, the sun, and about 10-30 minutes.1. KEEP the kayak INFLATED. Take the skeg off the kayak.2. Have the inflated kayak at a slope the long way (doesn't have to be a big slope at all) so the water inside the kayak rolls down the opposite end. If you don’t have a slope, lean it against the cool side of your car (so the metal doesn’t get so hot that it’d melt the rubber off your kayak) or a wall – the long-way. Or prop it up on one end with a duffel or something.3. Stick the towel inside the end that the water rolls down to. If your arms are not long enough, you'll need the green thing to help you, but otherwise, stuff it gently all the way to absorb the water.4. Keep it in the sun for about 5-10 minutes (release some air if your kayak starts to inflate in the heat so it doesn’t over-inflate on its own).5. Check on it – you may have to use your towel to wipe some water off.6. Take the towel out, wipe off excess water that you still see, and squeeze the towel dry.7. Flip the kayak over the long-way and do the same for the other end (repeat steps 2 to 6) for another 5-10 minutes. Make sure to stick your towel in there to catch the water BEFORE you flip it. This sounds unnecessary, but believe me, if there’s water, you’ll want to get it all out or as much as you can.8. The front side of your kayak should be dry by now, but if there’s still water, just wipe it off with the towel.9. Flip the kayak onto the back (where the skeg goes) onto a flat surface (or leaning is fine, it doesn’t matter) and dry off for another 5 or 10 minutes.10. Wipe off excess water where necessary. Use additional time if you have to, but don’t leave the kayaks out in the direct sun for too long if you don’t have to. Release some air if the kayak inflates too much in the heat.All this sounds like a lot of steps, but that’s just because I broke it down into steps. It literally takes less than 30 minutes while you’re not even paying attention and just sitting and enjoying a beer or something. It matters if you have sun or not as well. Arizona is so hot and so dry that this really completely dried off everything in about 10-20 minutes total.OTHER SUGGESTIONS:- Take pictures/a video on how the kayak is unfolded so you can fold it back up the way it was folded, if you prefer.- Practice opening and assembling this kayak just once (or more times if you have to) while you’re at home. This will make it easier when you take it out to the water and not have to figure out what goes where, so you can get a feel for what over-inflation/under-inflation/just-right-inflation feels like, and know how to fold it back up.- Keep the new kayak inflated overnight in your home when you first get it so that you can know if there’s any major leaks or a leak at all.- It goes without saying, but keep the inflatable kayak from sharp things/jagged surfaces.- Youtube how to repair a leak in your kayak. It’s super easy and takes 2 minutes to watch, and possibly 2 minutes to repair.- Bring the repair kit with you just in case.- Use the supplied air pump – really fast and really easy. No batteries!INSTRUCTION MANUAL:Initially, I thought the instructions were very vague. I was quite frustrated at first, but after I read it, identified what was what, knew where everything went, and got it inflated and deflated the first time, I realized the manual couldn’t have been any more detailed than it had to be. So, don’t give up. The instructions are ALL there. True, you may feel like you’ll want a ctrl+find though…Willow Beach, Arizona – Review:We went to Arizona’s Willow Beach Marina. If you do go there, there’s certain things you should be aware of. First of all, there’s a $20 entrance fee per vehicle (there’s an option for annual passes, $40/year). Second of all, if you don’t want to compete in the water with motorized vehicles, Sundays and Mondays are the days that are designated for non-motorized paddle boats only (which means kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards only, or whatever non-motorized water sports you bring). Third of all, check the weather, specifically for the wind factor. Anything under 12mph, you’ll be alright at the lake at Willow Beach Marina. Finally, the area is monitored, so please go to Walmart and buy yourself a $15 life jacket or they WILL cite you if they have to warn you more than once about keeping your life jacket on in the middle of the lake.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2015
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When I found this kayak for about $80 I was hesitant to get it, but I love the water and thought this would be an affordable way for me to get out on the water. First off, the one I got is the newer one (green and blue like in the photo on the product). It came with the kayak (pretty small box), the ore and the pump. When I first got it I pumped it up and set in it inside the garage, I left it sitting there for a few days (essentially waiting for the weekend), this allowed me to ensure that it was not leaking. I took it out on the water (San Francisco Bay) and tested it out a little bit, I LOVED IT. I ordered another one for my Mom. The following weekend we took both out (into the Bay again) and went pretty far, about 4 miles out [quite a workout!] and then started to head back. It was a great trip and we had no problems (even stopped for lunch by tying the kayaks together and floating in the water). When we started heading back in the wind really picked up and we got wet, but the kayak held its course, it took some strength to paddle but the kayak never felt like it was in danger of flipping (and I had some waves that hit pretty hard and got me soaked!). We made it back with no problem and the kayak was in perfect condition.

The kayak was easy to setup and we actually keep it inflated in the garage (both stacked on top of each other with its chair slightly deflated and tucked inside the kayak) it has stayed inflated for weeks with no problems, I have found it more comfortable to leave the chair deflated a bit. The ore it came with is great and I have no problems using it (I did order some gloves, but that was primarily for the salt water). The pump looked puny, but actually pumped up the kayak super quick and with little effort, the handy little clear strip to show how much to inflate is useful and makes it easy to inflate it. The strings on top were great for keeping my stuff with me and I put some food in a a canvas bag and tucked it in there and it stayed in place.

The kayak is light enough where we can just walk it down from our house to the bay, we did drive it the first time, but it was a pain to get it in the car (I have a Ford Escape), I got it in but had to lower the back seats and push the front seat all the way forward. In the future I will deflate it slightly and fold it over in the back (especially now that I know how easy it is to inflate it).

We have had no problems with this and have found it to be super fun (although cover your thighs! or they will burn!!!). I am 5' 10" and about 180 pounds and my Mom is 5' 0" and about 120 pounds, she has a much easier time getting here legs in, I do have to tuck a little bit to get them in and keep my feet pointed outward, but it is not a problem, I actually found it quite comfortable to take my feet out and sit cross legged in calm waters.

I am looking forward to taking these up to Lake Tahoe when it gets warmer there and spending more weekends exploring the Bay (the ocean is a little rough, so I do not know if I would attempt it at this point). This was a great, affordable item for getting out and having fun!!!

I posted some photos of me and my Mom on it in the Bay.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Super fun and affordable!!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2015
When I found this kayak for about $80 I was hesitant to get it, but I love the water and thought this would be an affordable way for me to get out on the water. First off, the one I got is the newer one (green and blue like in the photo on the product). It came with the kayak (pretty small box), the ore and the pump. When I first got it I pumped it up and set in it inside the garage, I left it sitting there for a few days (essentially waiting for the weekend), this allowed me to ensure that it was not leaking. I took it out on the water (San Francisco Bay) and tested it out a little bit, I LOVED IT. I ordered another one for my Mom. The following weekend we took both out (into the Bay again) and went pretty far, about 4 miles out [quite a workout!] and then started to head back. It was a great trip and we had no problems (even stopped for lunch by tying the kayaks together and floating in the water). When we started heading back in the wind really picked up and we got wet, but the kayak held its course, it took some strength to paddle but the kayak never felt like it was in danger of flipping (and I had some waves that hit pretty hard and got me soaked!). We made it back with no problem and the kayak was in perfect condition.

The kayak was easy to setup and we actually keep it inflated in the garage (both stacked on top of each other with its chair slightly deflated and tucked inside the kayak) it has stayed inflated for weeks with no problems, I have found it more comfortable to leave the chair deflated a bit. The ore it came with is great and I have no problems using it (I did order some gloves, but that was primarily for the salt water). The pump looked puny, but actually pumped up the kayak super quick and with little effort, the handy little clear strip to show how much to inflate is useful and makes it easy to inflate it. The strings on top were great for keeping my stuff with me and I put some food in a a canvas bag and tucked it in there and it stayed in place.

The kayak is light enough where we can just walk it down from our house to the bay, we did drive it the first time, but it was a pain to get it in the car (I have a Ford Escape), I got it in but had to lower the back seats and push the front seat all the way forward. In the future I will deflate it slightly and fold it over in the back (especially now that I know how easy it is to inflate it).

We have had no problems with this and have found it to be super fun (although cover your thighs! or they will burn!!!). I am 5' 10" and about 180 pounds and my Mom is 5' 0" and about 120 pounds, she has a much easier time getting here legs in, I do have to tuck a little bit to get them in and keep my feet pointed outward, but it is not a problem, I actually found it quite comfortable to take my feet out and sit cross legged in calm waters.

I am looking forward to taking these up to Lake Tahoe when it gets warmer there and spending more weekends exploring the Bay (the ocean is a little rough, so I do not know if I would attempt it at this point). This was a great, affordable item for getting out and having fun!!!

I posted some photos of me and my Mom on it in the Bay.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2022
Style: 1-PersonVerified Purchase
If you’re thinking about trying kayaking but don’t know if it’s something you’re gonna want to stick with past a single summer, this really is a great way to test the waters. ((full pun intended)) It’s cheap, easy, and if you decide you don’t like it, you don’t have a giant plastic boat laying around you have to try and sell… Take the time to dry and fold it up after each use in the handy carry bag they provide and it’s super convenient to toss one ((or more)) in the truck of a small car and go off on adventure. No giant roof racks you have to install on your car and pray it doesn’t scratch the paint. No trying to manhandle a bulky heavy boat possibly by yourself…

I know a lot of people gave poor reviews to this inflatable kayak because it’s inflatable, but honestly, all I can think is they must not have been doing it right because things went fantastic from the first time out.

Luckily, I guess for me, I was very excited to try kayaking, but skeptical of an inflatable boat. So in addition to reading reviews here on Amazon, I also watched the “unboxing” videos other customers provided. This turned out to be a blessing because in doing so I learned you want to inflate the boat past what you think you need to. Also that there’s TWO Boston valves you need to fill and one is hidden inside the boat.

A lot of people complain about maneuvering and it sinking but I’ve learned that comes from not inflating the boat enough. This isn’t a pool tube, you need to make sure it has enough air to function right. Basically, use your little powered air pump to fill it as far as it will go, then use the provided foot pump to give it 8-12 more pumps. You will have a much stiffer boat that’s easier to use.

As for the handling, I’m not sure it would be the best for river rapids where rocks or branches could cause it to pop, but for some weekend lake paddling it’s super nice, and a ton of fun! It can be a little hard to squeeze in and out of, especially if you’ve got long legs like me ((I’m 5’10”)) but after a few tries I got the trick of it, and can even pull my legs out in the water and straddle the boat to cool off.

The videos and other review also mentioned good ways to dry your kayak before deflation so it doesn’t get musty in storage.

One thing they don’t tell you as an inexperienced kayaker:: it WAY easier to get in from the ground than a dock. Take the boat out into the water about a foot deep so the fin doesn’t scrape the bottom of the lake. Straddle the boat and lower yourself down. Then bring your legs in. Far less chance of tipping all over the place.

The paddle is decent. Compared to the paddles provided by different inflatable kayak companies my friends got their boats from, this one is a real nice quality. Neither the paddles nor the pole are super flimsy and the paddles are rounded for easy movement. They will also float for moment so you don’t have to panic if you drop it in the water. I can easily get up a nice little bit of speed with it. Wouldn’t try and use it for competition kayaking or anything, but all in all this whole set up is exactly what I said.

A nice, inexpensive way to test out kayaking and see if it’s for you before dropping huge amounts of money on big plastic boat you have to store, clean, mount to the roof of your car, etc… If I had a single complaint about this boat it’s that my friends’ boats had places to pop the paddle in and hold it on the side of their boats, while I have to juggle mine.
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5.0 out of 5 stars float your boat
Reviewed in Canada on March 24, 2024
Style: 2-PersonVerified Purchase
good value and quality. great addition to the pontoon boat. portable to store, easy to inflate and complete kit for everything you need to have some fun kayaking.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Una nueva "aventura" cumplida
Reviewed in Mexico on October 17, 2021
Style: 2-PersonVerified Purchase
Con su bomba incluida se infla rápido. Es portátil un poco pesado pero lo puedes mover sin problema. La bolsa que tiene me parece de baja calidad para lo que se está guardando. El kayak está muy bien y los remos ni se diga están geniales.
Sojan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great little vessle
Reviewed in Canada on July 4, 2021
Style: 1-PersonVerified Purchase
I bought this kayak as a fun little experiments to go explore the river next to my house, and ended up using it a lot more than I expected 10+ trips, as well as added a diy net at the back for extra storage. It has not sprained a leak yet. It inflates extremely easy with double-action pump, and is very rapid to set up as well as easy to transport. I also feel very safe on it, since there are so many inflated sections botom of seat, top of seat, top chamber, bottom chamber, foot bag).

The main inflation vents work flawlessly, and are very good. However, the inflation vents on the seat and dry bag are terrible little plugs just like you would find on a cheap beach ball; they are a pain to use.

Of course, since this is an inflatable kayak, it has very high winds, which means it moves around on the water a lot if there's any wind out, so you have to avoid windy days (pretty normal for kayaks in general).

My biggest complaint with this kayak, is about the top inflated section of the kayak. Because of the way the section is made, and where the inflation vent is placed, to deflate the kayak, all the air must pass through a thin section at one end of the kayak. This means that you cannot roll up the kayak from end-to-end to deflated it (because the section gets pinched) but must role around on it forever to try to get the air out enough to finally put it back in the bag. Moving the vent to a different part of the kayak, or giving a pump which is reversible are the only solutions I can think of for this problem.

The oar, is of acceptable quality for the over all price (I paid $140 CAD for this kayak kit in 2020) and works great. However it is a little bit on the short side.

Over all, for the price I paid, it allowed me to enjoy the river a lot more. I found longnose gar (which is rare here in Quebec), whitnessed catfhish matting, enjoyed the waves and streams, did some fishing, all for $160 with taxes. Definetly worth it. Plus, you can't beat the portability. Love it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great little vessle
Reviewed in Canada on July 4, 2021
I bought this kayak as a fun little experiments to go explore the river next to my house, and ended up using it a lot more than I expected 10+ trips, as well as added a diy net at the back for extra storage. It has not sprained a leak yet. It inflates extremely easy with double-action pump, and is very rapid to set up as well as easy to transport. I also feel very safe on it, since there are so many inflated sections botom of seat, top of seat, top chamber, bottom chamber, foot bag).

The main inflation vents work flawlessly, and are very good. However, the inflation vents on the seat and dry bag are terrible little plugs just like you would find on a cheap beach ball; they are a pain to use.

Of course, since this is an inflatable kayak, it has very high winds, which means it moves around on the water a lot if there's any wind out, so you have to avoid windy days (pretty normal for kayaks in general).

My biggest complaint with this kayak, is about the top inflated section of the kayak. Because of the way the section is made, and where the inflation vent is placed, to deflate the kayak, all the air must pass through a thin section at one end of the kayak. This means that you cannot roll up the kayak from end-to-end to deflated it (because the section gets pinched) but must role around on it forever to try to get the air out enough to finally put it back in the bag. Moving the vent to a different part of the kayak, or giving a pump which is reversible are the only solutions I can think of for this problem.

The oar, is of acceptable quality for the over all price (I paid $140 CAD for this kayak kit in 2020) and works great. However it is a little bit on the short side.

Over all, for the price I paid, it allowed me to enjoy the river a lot more. I found longnose gar (which is rare here in Quebec), whitnessed catfhish matting, enjoyed the waves and streams, did some fishing, all for $160 with taxes. Definetly worth it. Plus, you can't beat the portability. Love it.
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Alberto
5.0 out of 5 stars Testata duramente
Reviewed in Italy on November 18, 2023
Style: 2-PersonVerified Purchase
Avevo già il modello singolo, quando ho visto l'offerta sul modello doppio l'ho comprata immediatamente.
Dal momento che tutti gli anni vado in Sardegna (dove avevo già testato la prima), ho approfittato per mettere alla prova questa canoa in modalità due passeggeri. dopo un paio di giorni di mare tranquillo, sono uscito con mare mosso (con tutti i dispositivi di sicurezza), senza allontanarmi troppo dalla costa e con una buona dose di coraggio, posso affermare che ha superato egregiamente il test, chiaro la manovrabilità non è semplice, ma ha reagito molto bene nel cavalcare le onde.
Oggetto economico e molto utile per raggiungere spiagge e calette, chiaramente a distanze contenute.
Facile e rapido il gonfiaggio, molto più complicato "riporla" difficile asciugarla in tutte le sue pieghe, (continua a saltar fuori acqua ovunque) occorre molto tempo per rimetterla nella sua borsa perfettamente asciutta per non rovinarla. Consiglio il montaggio per un utilizzo di più giorni, diversamente è più la fatica che il gusto.
Attenzione, fondamentale: la canoa va tenuta sempre abbastanza sgonfia quando non la si utilizza in mare, se la si tiene gonfia e magari anche al sole, si deforma, quindi sgonfiatela molto, tanto con due pompate ritorna al top.
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Veja
5.0 out of 5 stars Prima
Reviewed in the Netherlands on September 7, 2023
Style: 2-PersonVerified Purchase
Leuke kayak voor in de stad, goed mee te nemen op een scooter en vouwt relatief klein op, fijne draagtas is erbij geleverd.