inflatable kayak

skennelly

Anybody have any experience with an inflatable kayak.  Wife and I want something to cruise around the harbor.

Was looking at this.

https://www.vminnovations.com/Product_71297/Sevylor-Fiji-2-Person-Inflatable-22-Gauge-PVC-Travel-Pack-Kayak.html?rd=gpf_71297&gclid=CNuqiv7jmtQCFVC4wAod_SsB8Q

Dream_Inn

I have the two person west marine one for probably 8 or more years now.  It inflates very quickly using a 12V Coleman pump (takes maybe 5 min total to get ready for use).  We enjoy having it, although the kids bought a SUP that they use more now.  You do need to take your time getting into it so you don't tip it enough to let water in.

aero3113

My wife bought me this for my birthday last year and we love it!

aero3113

My wife is one who researches like crazy when she makes a purchase, we highly recommended this kayak. I have a rechargeable Coleman pump and it inflates it in about 5 minutes.

skennelly

Do you bring the dog in the kayak?  I have a small dog too and she would come for the ride

Handymans342

Love the Frenchie. I could use this as a tender.

aero3113

Yes we do! She has a blast!

skennelly

Just pulled the trigger.  $272 can't beat that.  If anyone else in interested.

https://www.vminnovations.com/Product_58898/Solstice-Durango-Inflatable-Whitewater-Kayak-29635.html

aero3113

@skennelly I wouldn't trust the one you have linked above with a dog. I would be afraid it would get punctured with its claws. The one I have has a tough exterior nylon liner, also the "hull" is a thick rubber that can be beached, but I try not to skid it on the sand(my OCD,LoL)

skennelly

Oh ****...that no the same as yours????

aero3113

No it's not, it's more expensive than the one you have posted but worth it. One person posted they were having trouble with the seats, if they are installed correctly and sinched tight they are very comfortable.

Solstice Durango Kayak https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LJO5ZQK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_CVXlzbZ1JNHTH

aero3113

Handymans342 said:

Love the Frenchie. I could use this as a tender.

Handy,French Bulldogs are great! 

skennelly

@aero3113 - That link is for Model 29635....the link I purchased from is the exact same model 29635.  The first link I posted to start the thread I agree is nothing like it.

https://www.vminnovations.com/Product_58898/Solstice-Durango-Inflatable-Whitewater-Kayak-29635.html

aero3113

Nice! I didn't see that you posted that. Good luck with it, let me know what you think when you receive it.

aero3113

That's a great deal! Don't forget you will need oars. Below is what we went with.
Shoreline Marine Kayak Paddle Rounded 96" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004D34EQ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_KgYlzbKQYB60D

skennelly

Phew...you were freaking me out there for a minute...ha ha

aero3113

LoL, and this pump will be your best friend. They carry it at Walmart also.

Coleman Rechargeable Quick Pump, Colors May Vary https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00005JD40/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_MmYlzb6XWTS0J

skennelly

Thanks @aero3113 wife is going to be excited.

skennelly

Now...how do I mount a trolling motor on this thing?  LOL

aero3113

LoL,I'm sure you can rig something up!

JoeStang

I'm planning on buying this soon. It'll only be for calm areas close to shore, and as a bonus its really easy to transport when I go on longer weekend trips with the boat.




https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00177J4JS/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I14D5TCWIIVI1K&colid=3MET02AKFQ03O

skennelly

https://www.amazon.com/Drill-Paddle/dp/B00LTI6JTI

reneechris14

That's not exercise and how long do you think the drill will go.but also very funny.

rasbury

I bought a "dingy" blow up that is actually pretty nice but found it on craigs list I think....could not find out much about it but it's a two man and actually has a piece of wood you can put in the back of it for a transom to mount a small electrical motor. The vinyl is pretty heavy duty and sits two very comfortable and very stable- just kind of big and hard to store. I think I have used it once! I want to use it this summer however on the inter costal as there are some really cool spoil islands/san bars and I don't want to beach the boat....also the tides scare the crap out of me getting stuck. It is nice to have something....I need to find a short shaft little electric motor that will work on it....CHEAP.

skennelly

@reneechris14 definitely meant it to be funny

aero3113

skennelly said:

https://www.amazon.com/Drill-Paddle/dp/B00LTI6JTI

LoL! That's great!

skennelly

Thanks @aero3113 for the kayak recommendation. We love it and other dock mates have been commenting on it.

aero3113

No problem @skennelly ! Have fun with it!!