Available as solo or tandem boats, Intex inflatables are best used as casual recreational kayaks. These are not heavy-duty, expedition-ready touring kayaks, but rather are best suited to an afternoon at the beach, cottage or campground, and short paddles on sheltered lakes, bays and slow-moving rivers. This kayak is made of strong material, it can take a lot of abuse and still hold up, it won't puncture easily.

I am so impressed with this product! I don't know much about kayaks, but after a bit of research I zeroed in on this one, and I'm so glad I did. It is durable, easy to inflate, and super comfortable for two people. Just enough room for storage, even with fishing stuff. I wish the seats were made of a different material, as we poked one with a fish hook on our first outing and will probably have to replace it... but that's user error and not a flaw in the product. Thank you for making it possible for me to head out on the water with my kids, at such an affordable price! " Here’s a rundown of all the models to help you identify the best match for your paddling style and ambitions. Explorer Intex kayaks are ideal for paddlers or families who want a low-cost option to spend some time on the water. While they are not as durable as high-end inflatable kayaks, they still hold air for casual paddlers on a budget. For aspiring recreational kayak owners, Intex inflatables offer comparable price and performance to an entry-level rigid kayak, but with the added benefit of effortless storage and portability. Both brands offer similar performance characteristics and both are meant for use in sheltered, calm water and on gentle rivers with class II whitewater or less. Also inflating seats are near imposible as you need to hold valve with one hand and pump with other hand.Removed the fill valve and reseated. Will swap pontoon fill values next to see if is changes sides.

Cost savings are the main reason to buy used, or if you feel that you’re among the most casual of casual kayakers. Intex inflatables are perfect for a float around a calm lake, and if you only hope to take the boat out a few times a season, why not get the cheapest one you can? Intex kayaks are available across North America at box stores and online outlets. These inexpensive inflatable kayaks are a good choice if you’re low on storage space and looking for a casual kayak for recreational paddling on calm, sheltered water without breaking the bank. Intex kayaks are available for a range of needs, including recreational paddling and fishing, single and tandem, for paddlers of all sizes. High pressure inflation provides extra rigidity and stability, with high pressure spring loaded valves for easy inflation and fast deflation ply super tough construction employs a high molecular PVC that is unaffected by gasoline, oil and salt water. It is highly resistant to damage from abrasion, impact and sunlight. It also permits more air pressure for rigidity. A marginally more affordable folding boat that's a breeze to set up and enjoyable on calm and flat watersSea Eagle produces some of the highest quality inflatable kayaks on the market. They utilize drop-stitching to keep the walls rigid, and use robust PVC to resist abrasion and impact. These upper-tier kayaks cost much more than Intex boats, but their lifetime is significantly longer. Amazing product super simple to get ready and out in the water the only thing I would change is the angle the fishing rod holders sit at , would be nice if they were angled away from the occupant when you have 2 people in the kayak "