Best Inflatable Fishing Kayaks
With the recent explosion in popularity of inflatable kayaks in the outdoor industry, it can be hard for some to determine which brand or model is best for their own needs. Unlike the more popular sit-on-top kayaks that have now been in use for a few decades, inflatable kayaks are all relatively new for users of all skill levels. In this article, we’ll cover some of the most important items you should look for in an inflatable kayak and point out some of the best models that are currently available on the market. Fishing Features Until recently, inflatable kayaks didn’t offer some of the coveted features that standard kayaks did. Things like rod holders, dry storage, and other features were often viewed as luxuries that you simply couldn’t have with an inflatable kayak. This isn’t the case now, since the top brands are vying for the attention of kayak anglers by including those features and more in their inflatable kayak models. Think about the type of features you’ll want and need in your boat and look to see if the kayak in question actually offers those items. Is an Inflatable Kayak Good Enough for Fishing? It’s understandable to bring up the question of whether or not an inflatable kayak is good enough for fishing. Both saltwater and freshwater fishing involve the use of some very sharp objects, and you can’t always control where your kayak will move while fishing. Most brands have taken these concerns into consideration and produced inflatable kayaks that are reinforced with …
Recon Self-Bailing Inflatable kayak Review
The 7.5-foot Recon Self-bailing PackRaft from Kokopelli is an excellent alternative for paddlers looking for long-lasting river-running solutions. The Recon, which weighs 18 pounds, is based on the Nirvana Self-Bailer. The Recon is built with 30% extra capacity in the stern. This increases buoyancy and lowers the waterline, minimizing water pooling concerns, while a new bottom hull structure makes the packrafts more robust. The paddler sits a little higher and doesn’t droop down in the boat because the hull bottom is repositioned where it joins to the side chambers. Dimensions Weight – 18 lbs Length – 7’ 6” Width – 37” Load capacity – 300 lbs The Recon Self-Bailing inflatable kayak is 7’ 6” long, 37” wide and weighs 18 pounds. It’s well built and can take on 300 pounds of load. Construction Quality and Features Material: 1000d reinforced PVC Quick entry/exit, no need to go to the bank to empty water, and a higher paddling position for deep, effective paddle strokes are all advantages of a self-bailer over a spraydeck. It has a tight bow trim and strong rocker, giving it excellent whitewater handling abilities. This inflatable kayak is made of reinforced PVC and has a full-length 210 diamond-ripstop nylon inflated floor. Water may also drain through the floor system as it enters the packraft thanks to self-bailing drain holes in the floor system.The seams are welded, the pontoon-to-floor attachment point is bonded to the sidewall, and the whole inside of the packraft is strengthened with v-seam tape. The high-pressure design increases water performance, …
AIRE Tributary Tomcat inflatable kayak review
Inflatable kayaks are becoming increasingly popular, and the Tributary Tomcat Solo is a terrific entry-level model with high-performance features. An inflated thwart seat provides support and comfort in addition to three primary air chambers for safety. AIRE’s Tomcat Solo is a fun, stable kayak that is reasonably priced and constructed to last for paddlers who are just getting started in the whitewater realm. With vinyl bladders and a tough PVC outer shell, this long-lasting inflatable will continue to be a dependable boat even as your sailing abilities progress. Dimensions Weight – 34 lbs Length – 10’ 10” Width – 36” Load capacity – 375 lbs The AIRE Tributary Tomcat is 10’ 10” long, 36” wide and weighs 36 pounds. It’s well built and can take on 375 pounds of load. Construction Quality and Features Material: 1000-Denier PVC The robust vinyl AIREcell inner bladder is enclosed by an abrasion- and tear-resistant PVC outer shell with welded seams. It also has a three-chamber hull for further safety. The bow and stern coverings assist to keep the boat dry by shedding splash. It also includes an inflatable thwart seat that can be placed anywhere on the boat and provides excellent back support. The Self-bailing floor with mesh drain holes, which swiftly drains water, is another wonderful feature. It also has 12 pairs of cargo loops for attaching dry bags, thigh straps, and other accessories with ease. Ease of Transportation and Storage Packed size: 25” x 19” x 12.5” One of the best features of this model and many …
Sea Eagle Razorlite Inflatable Kayak Review
For those who have never seen an inflatable kayak before, the Sea Eagle RazorLite will fool you into thinking it isn’t one at all when you first see it. In fact, its sleek shape and extremely stiff hull are more akin to a hardshell kayak than any other inflatable kayak, while its speed and performance are practically unheard-of in the world of inflatable kayaks. Dimensions Weight – 33.5 lbs Length – 12’ 10” Width – 28” Load capacity – 500 lbs The Sea Eagle Razorlite is 12’ 10” long, 28” wide and weighs 33.5 pounds. It’s well built and can take on 500 pounds of load. Construction Quality and Features Material: 1100 Decitex Reinforced This is the first time that drop stitch technology has been used throughout the three chambers that make up the hull of an inflatable kayak, and it is a first in the world of kayaks. In simpler terms, drop stitch technique simply implies that thousands of high-tensile threads are used to link the top and bottom walls of the chambers together to form a continuous structure. These threads are so strong that they prevent the walls of the chambers from expanding, allowing the chambers to be inflated to pressures far in excess of those normally associated with inflatable kayaks. This allows the chambers to be inflated at pressures far in excess of those normally associated with inflatable kayaks. Another feature that is exclusive to the RazorLite series is the bow and stern moldings, which use Sea Eagle’s proprietary double-concave super-clean entry …