For the love of Kayaking

[The Oopster]

any word on inflatable kyaks?

I'm thinking of getting one for areas of the forest where it would be easier to not have to lug my other one on top of the car.

There is also a designated wildnerness area here with lots of lakes. One can take a water taxi to and from the end of one lake getting you within .5 miles of the wilderness boarder.

Below are what I've thought about. The reviews on the first two are sketchy. Actually the cheaper of the two seems like the better one to go with in that case. However I'm also wondering are their intent. For me it's a back up and not a primary kayak. To take in places where I definitely am not going to take my other and to maybe have with me to use on whims because it's small enough to have in the car all the time. Also if I had someone come visit me we could go kayaking together.

Now the third actually seems like the one I should go with. I'm just debating if I want to but another couple hundred out on a kayak however I'm thinking it might be worth it. any idears?


$74 at walmart



$163 at both walmart and amazon




$234 at walmart and$237 at amazon

[Blaze]

Wow, pretty good choices there Oopster.

Just keep in mind that on a inflatable, your not paddling in an area that has debris or any type of tree limbs or sharp rocks that could protrude out and rip a hole in the hull of your inflatable.
I have see a few really good ones out there with a fiberglass hull or plastic hull, or a very thick triple lined bottom. Once again, it's up to the individuals wants and needs. As long as you fill comfortable and safe, than that's all that matters my friend.
You can also contact your local stores or log onto your local kayak enthusiast clubs and they will tell you the pros and cons of each make and model.
In Texas we have Austin Kayak and I have this link, it's the more expensive type of inflatables, but you can kind of get an idea of what is out there, and read some reviews, here is the link http://www.austinkayak.com/catalog_p...rice&order=ASC

Happy inflatable kayaking my friend! Pick what is most comfortable and useful for your needs.... You can also check E-bay and Amazon, they have some good deals also.
I actually was looking at this one a few months ago.




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Easy to transport kayak
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The Sea Rebel from RAVE is an inflatable one-person kayak with a recumbent style sling seat. This lightweight kayak comes with a paddle, water resistant dry bag and water bottle holder, adjustable backrest, hand pump, and carrying bag. Made from heavy-duty 420 denier nylon with PVC tarpaulin for a slick ride. Features three bottom fins, four webbing handles, and one boston valve. 103"L x 35"W x 8"H. Weighs 22 lbs.

Originally Posted by The Oopster

any word on inflatable kyaks?

I'm thinking of getting one for areas of the forest where it would be easier to not have to lug my other one on top of the car.

There is also a designated wildnerness area here with lots of lakes. One can take a water taxi to and from the end of one lake getting you within .5 miles of the wilderness boarder.

Below are what I've thought about. The reviews on the first two are sketchy. Actually the cheaper of the two seems like the better one to go with in that case. However I'm also wondering are their intent. For me it's a back up and not a primary kayak. To take in places where I definitely am not going to take my other and to maybe have with me to use on whims because it's small enough to have in the car all the time. Also if I had someone come visit me we could go kayaking together.

Now the third actually seems like the one I should go with. I'm just debating if I want to but another couple hundred out on a kayak however I'm thinking it might be worth it. any idears?


$74 at walmart



$163 at both walmart and amazon




$234 at walmart and$237 at amazon

[The Oopster]

The reason i was leaning towards those inflatables is I liked the concept if it being carried in a packpack