If I haven't said anything below that is a total deal breaker for you and you want an inflatable craft.... BUY IT. Can't beat this for the money, and save a few minor issues
Good: When I take it on the lake on a calm day, it glides over the water really nicely. The detachable rudder/fin helps keep the kayak pointed straight as you paddle, which many inflatable kayaks struggle with. Make sure to get decent paddles, as that makes a huge difference in your experience. Spend at least $40-50 on a good set, you will thank me later when they don't bend in half in the middle of your day... in the middle of a lake. Durability reasons aside, you won't have to work nearly as hard to get yourself moving.
This craft has multiple rod holders, and even comes with one detachable/after market rod holder and many extra places to attach boating accessories. I was able to set up three rods and troll them while paddling along effortlessly, and caught my limit of trout a couple times this summer.
It seems pretty surdy, but time will be the test of that. I haven't put it through anything abusive yet. Buy an air pump, I recommend one that can plug into your car as it has worked great for me.
Not Bad: The seat is comfortable and works well IF YOU USE THE RIGHT LIFE JACKET. Standard ones go down your back so that it will rest between you and the backrest of the seat, and are very uncomfortable in this kayak. If you have a floating device designed for fishing (floatation high on the back with most of your back open/mesh) you fit perfectly and comfortably in the seat like a jigsaw puzzle piece. It was clearly designed with these PFD's in mind.
Another option is to use a milk crate or something else you can sit on top of. One potential issue for some is that you do sit low in the kayak with the standard seat, which can make it harder to paddle (especially if you are under 6' tall, and/or have shorter arms)
Only negatives:
- I do NOT recommend this craft for those who would like to use it with a motor. Your options are a really crappy plastic motor designed for sevylor, or a low-quality mount to use other motors (you can find it on Amazon if you are curious).
- You will have a very hard time fighting any wind with inflatables. This is better than some, but trying to paddle into 10 mph wind will leave you in the same place you started feeling tired and frustrated. Currents I do not believe pose the same problem, it really is just the wind hitting the kayak that makes your life difficult.
Happy paddling! All in all, I am thrilled with it, and it stores very compactly in my closet. Definite "recommend."
| Brand | Sevylor |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 0.2 Pounds |
| Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Style | Modern |
| Seating Capacity | 1 |
| Weight Limit | 350 Pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 117"L x 36"W x 36"H |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 29 x 19 x 10 inches |
| Package Weight | 31.85 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 28.6 x 10.9 x 19.8 inches |
| Brand Name | Sevylor |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | The Coleman Company, Inc. |
| Part Number | 2000014134 |
| Size | 9'8" x 2'11" |
| Sport Type | Fishing |
