NRS Bandit II


Best Uses: Rivers (up to class IV rapids), day trips, traveling

Brand:  NRS

Available At:

Number of Paddlers:  2

Stats:  Length 12’ 5”, Width 34”, Weight 31 lbs, Load Capacity unknown

Accessories Included:  3 year Warranty, padded seats, repair kit, owners manual

Kayak Material:  840 Denier nylon with urethane coating

Pros:  Environmentally friendly (PVC-free), light and easy to lift, rugged, comfortable, great maneuverability, compact, easy entry and exit

Cons:  Not so great on flatwater, lacks D-rings, not much room for extra gear, a bit tippy (but that can be a good thing on whitewater)

More About the NRS Bandit II

The NRS Bandit II is the two person version of the Bandit.  It is almost three feet longer and weighs ten pounds more.  This tandem inflatable kayak can also be paddled as a solo and may be a preferred option for someone who wants it to be able to hold a little extra weight… i.e. a bigger person or extra gear.

The NRS Bandit II is an environmentally friendly inflatable kayak (two thumbs up!!) that was built to perform great on whitewater with up to class IV rapids.  It is not recommended for flatwater although the tandem model will handle flatwater better than the solo model because it is a little heavier and longer.  It is light enough for traveling and can literally be taken anywhere with absolute ease.

For a more detailed review please read our review on the NRS Bandit I as they are virtually the same inflatable kayak except for size and weight.

Final Thoughts On the NRS Bandit II

The NRS Bandit II inflatable kayak offers an affordable option for 2 person whitewater kayaking. It is not a top of the line inflatable kayak but it will provide decent performance and a fun ride for any beginner to intermediate whitewater kayaker. It is also an excellent choice for traveling.

Pro NRS Bandit II

  • Environmentally friendly (PVC-free)
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  • Light and easy to lift – even for one person
  • Rugged
  • Comfortable
  • Good maneuverability
  • Compact
  • Easy entry and exit
  • Perfect for traveling

Against NRS Bandit II

  • Not so great on flatwater
  • Lacks D-rings
  • Mot much room for extra gear – when there are two people in the boat
  • A bit tippy
NRS Bandit Video

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