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Boat Reviews
After testing lots of inflatable boats, I decided to write reviews of the ones that were good. You’ll find them here.
Kayak Reviews
Inflatable kayaks are in many ways better than hard-shell kayaks. Have a look at the reviews of the best ones.
Motor Reviews
You can fit an electric trolling motor or even a gasoline outboard on SIBs and kayaks. These articles will guide you.
Extras
Learn everything you need to be efficient, safe, and still have fun out on the water.
Newest Articles
Read about the newest inflatable boats & kayaks, and learn the best tips and tricks of boating.
4 Best Ocean/Sea Inflatable Kayaks (Safe & Stable)
Most inflatable kayaks are made for river or lake use. In fact, here is a list of the best inflatable kayaks for general use. But if you want to ride your kayak in ocean waves or explore…
Sit-Inside vs. Sit-On-Top Kayaks – 4 Reasons One is Better
Both hardshell and inflatable kayaks can be categorized into two different styles: Sit-on-top kayak (SOT) andSit-in kayak (SIK) The two designs differ drastically from one another, and each suits a different purpose. Let’s look at how they…
Essential Kayaking Gear Checklist – 20 Key Items You’ll Need
When you’re just lazy paddling on the beach, you don’t need much gear (other than your PFD, of course). But when you go day touring or out on open water, you need to be prepared. Here is…
Intex Excursion Pro Kayak K1 & K2 Review – Does It Deserve the “Pro” in Its Name?
Putting “Pro” into the name of a product is a bold and aggressive statement, so I wanted to review the Excursion Pro kayak and see if it deserves the title in its name? I bought the K2…
Sevylor Quikpak K5 Review – How Does it Fare In Real Life
The Sevylor Quikpak K5 is a recreational, sit-inside, 1-person kayak, that is ultra-portable thanks to its integrated backpack design. I had a chance to use the kayak for a day, and let me tell you, there were good parts and…
Nixy Ventus Electric Pump review & test – Can It Pump 10 iSUPs?
The Nixy Ventus electric pump (released in 2021) has an active cooling system that promises to inflate ten iSUPs in sequence. All inflatable paddleboard owners should be excited to hear this since we all know inflating our SUPs is a…
Aquaglide Chinook Kayak Review – Middle of the Pack
A few weeks ago, I got the chance to try an Aquaglide Chinook 120 inflatable kayak for an entire day. I was very much looking forward to it, since the Chinook sits somewhere between the entry-level kayak…
Inflatable boat trailers – Complete guide
What is the easiest way to haul your inflatable boat? Put the whole thing on a trailer, of course. If you have the space to store it and the time to drive a bit slower (due to…
5 Safe Ways to Get In and Out of a Kayak
The first step in becoming a good paddler is learning how to get in and out of a kayak. Even though it seems straight forward, believe me, it is not as graceful as you think the first…
Best life vests for inflatable boats and kayaks
A life vest, also known as life jacket or personal flotation device (PFD), is considered fundamental safety gear for boating and kayaking. If you’re out fishing, recreational boating, and doing various water sports, you and the kids…