Are you looking for the lightest inflatable kayaks? A lightweight inflatable kayak can be absolutely ideal for those looking to travel or hike with their kayak.
It can also be perfect for a person who will be carrying and transporting the kayak by themselves.
Many inflatable kayak companies are using new types of materials that allow for rugged construction as well as the convenience of a very lightweight boat.
Listed below are the 6 lightest solo inflatable kayaks as well as the 6 lightest tandem inflatable kayaks.
Lightweight Solo Inflatable Kayaks
Please click on the model name to read the full review.
Advanced Elements Firefly – 16 lbs.
Best Uses: flat water, beginner kayakers
Best Uses: flat water, calm river, ocean surf
Lightweight Tandem Inflatable Kayaks
Please click on the model name to read the full review.
Sevylor Tahiti Classic – 25 lbs.
Best Uses: slow river, flat water, kids
Sea Eagle 330 – 26 lbs.
Best Uses: day trips, rivers, lakes, beginners
Sea Eagle 370 – 32 lbs.
Best Uses: rivers, flat water, kids
Lightweight Inflatable Kayak Warnings
Although many lightweight inflatable kayaks are built to be quite strong, one thing to be aware of is that typically the lighter the inflatable kayak the more chance there is that it will get blown by the wind.
This will not be a big problem unless you are out paddling on a windy day in open water.
It may take a little more effort to paddle the kayak and to keep it on a straight course.
Tip: To help alleviate this problem you can always try adding more weight to the kayak… i.e. load it down with extra gear.
Lightweight Inflatable Kayak Advantages
A lightweight inflatable kayak can be ideal for:
- camping
- airplane travel
- backpacking
- solo transportation
- kids
To see our fave kayaks go to our Top 5 inflatable kayak reviews.
Are there any inlatables that can be carried in a back pack and also be fished from?
Thanks.
Luke.
These are all whitewater or beginner kayaks. What about touring kayaks?
I think alpacka do 750 gram inflatable kayaks