Inflatable kayaks are a great way to get out on the water. They offer many advantages over their hard-shell counterparts and could be the only choice for paddlers that require easy portability. There are loads of inflatable yaks on the market, all with various features, designs, materials, etc. With so many choices, picking one is hard! No worries, after years …
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More and more paddlers are choosing not to put their kayaks into winter storage, rather experience the stunning scenery and tranquility winter has to offer from the water. Before you head out, run through our guide to inflatable kayaks for winter kayaking to make sure you use a safe and suitable kayak. Can you use an inflatable kayak for winter …
Are you searching for a reliable touring kayak? How about an inflatable one? The Advanced Elements Expedition AE1009-XE, which I will highlight in this review is one of the best touring kayaks money can buy, inflatable or hard shell. I will go into the features below and what others say about it. Features of the AE1009-XE I have to admit, …
Advanced Elements Expedition Elite Review (AE1009-XE) – Is It Fit to Explore? Read More »
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 not so good parts to it. My Sevylor Quikpak K5 review article will detail everything you need to know about the kayak, so …
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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 the coastline and outlying islands, then you need a seaworthy inflatable kayak. Venturing out onto the ocean (or the sea) means your kayak …
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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 (Intex Excursion Pro) and the high-end kayak (Sea Eagle 380x). Aquaglide is not a well-known brand. I’ve never sat in one before, which …
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The Sea Eagle’s Razorlite represents the latest evolution of inflatable kayaks. It is the first-ever full dropstitch kayak, meaning every air chamber is built with dropstitch technology. After trying the shorter version of the kayak (393rl), I got to see why this matters. It performs way better than traditional inflatable kayaks, but I’ll talk about this in detail below. My …
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The Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame sit-inside kayak is a so-called hybrid between a folding and an inflatable kayak, since it has solid parts (aluminum frame and plastic inserts) surrounded by the inflatable body. Honestly, the AdvancedFrame is one of my favorite inflatable yaks. It is not without faults, but I feel the value and performance you get for the money is …
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Inflatable kayaks have always been a portable, storage-friendly alternative to hardshell kayaks, but they were lacking in one department: handling and performance. Why? As you might know, the air bladders of traditional inflatable kayaks cause the boat to sit high on the water. Even though their performance is adequate for most paddlers, it is not on par with that of …
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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 (tandem) version of the kayak as a gift for my nephew, but I asked him to let me use it as well. Call …
Intex Excursion Pro Kayak K1 & K2 Review – Does It Deserve the “Pro” in Its Name? Read More »
