INTEX 68309EP Excursion Pro K2 Inflatable Kayak Set: Includes Deluxe 86in Kayak Paddles and High-Output Pump – SuperTough PVC – Adjustable Bucket Seat – 2-Person – 400lb Weight Capacity

This is gonna be a long one so buckle up. I grew up on the water in Maine. I guided paddle trips for a prominent youth organization. I have been Certified to teach paddle sports by every organization that does so. I have thousands of hours and even more miles on the water in small craft. I love this thing. So my family has been off the water for a while do to no storage for boats where we live. I have been looking at inflatables for a bit, prime day came around, and I went for it. Here’s the good: super compact. We can fit two in the back of my wife’s small suv with everything we need for a family of 4 to have a great day on and off the water Very stable. Try as he might, my two year old can barely even rock one of these, even with my 280lbs in the high seating position. The peace of mind with little ones on board is amazing. Now, the amazing: Versatility. I have never had a craft of any kind that can be so quickly reconfigured to cover any possible need. We took them to a local park with a group of friends to really give them a workout. Within 90 minutes the went from carrying 1 adult and one child, to two adults, to two 7-10 year olds and one adult, to just one adult fishing. With the way the seats and foot pegs attach to the boat, you can re set for weight distribution or activity in seconds. It’s really kind of mind boggling how well thought out this is. Ease of paddling. So I’ve read all the reviews about this being slow and unresponsive. I don’t understand what they are talking about. For the sheer size of this thing it is darn near nimble. And. with the correct skeg for the water you are paddling, it is almost thoughtless to control which allows you to pay attention to what you want, rather than wrestling a boat. Wonderful. Getting setup. My daughter (who is seven) and I can park our car and be on the water in just about 15 minutes. It’s great. We can get in a paddle after work/school with just about the same ease as having hard boats without all the extra weight, transportation issues etc. A couple of things that maybe aren’t the best, but I really don’t care: The paddles are terrible. They are plastic and aluminum 5 stage, short paddles. They suck. You can get way better for 30-40 bucks on here. Do that, problem solved. Long term durability. We’ve had them out a handful of times and I can see scuffs and fold marks already. But you have to remember this is an inflatable boat. They just aren’t going to last forever. These are tougher than most I’ve seen and I if I get a couple of seasons out of them at this price point, I’m happy. Over all, the only thing I am upset about is that I waffled on this purchase for so long. These watercraft have quickly become an integral part of my family’s summer and we will enjoy them for as long as we can. Well done Intex, Well done.

After 3 years of use across multiple great lakes, inland lakes, and rivers, I am extremely pleased with this boat. I've had no issues with the durability of the boat having set it up and broke it down on a number of trips. Setup and breakdown is easy with the included pump, which can be used for both inflation and deflation, as well as pumping water our of the craft it that becomes necessary. For that reason I always keep the pump in the boat when paddling. I've used the boat both in a single person, and a 2 person configuration right up to the 400lb limit with no issue. (6'1" 230lb and 5'3" 130lb passangers + some cargo) The smart phone holder, and other accessories are well built and functional. I'd love to find a good cup holder that can attach to the included accessory bar. If and when I do manage to wear this boat out, I would definitely purchase again. Great value.

Very sturdy, don't have to worry about flipping over, the weight is light making it easy to transport and carry, tracking is not as good as I hoped it would be but good enough. Material is very good, not concerned about puncturing it. It does not handle wind or choppy water well, get blown and pushed around easy great for calm water. The seat sits you up high, which I do like though it's not the most supportive, going to rig up something to get more lower back support. Overall for the price it is a very good kayak, easy to pack up and take with you in a car, inflation/deflation is easy as well. Got me back out and I'm happy with that. I would have spent a little more to get better handling in rougher water and faster/straighter tracking.

For what this product cost, I was astonished at how well its taken abuse. I used it for a week on a salt water ocean bay with an adult and 2 kids in it. It's so functional that it is easy to forget its an inflated rubber boat and not an indestructible plastic kayak. We discovered that in use, as long as you don't take the same grounding risks you would with a plastic kayak (like grounding it on a rocky beach and tearing a hole in it), its an excellent value and very mobile in its backpack. A few things did immediately break- the rope safety straps on the ends are melted together and not tied, this broke instantly towing an 80lb kid in surf. Some buckles slipped off on the backpack, and you need to remember that the collapsible paddle is not as robust as a solid one for forcing you off an obstacle. Also the pack is heavy and I highly recommend opening pre trip, practicing deflation and rolling uo to repack, and removing all the parts you don't think you will need. There's a lot of fishing specific stuff we didn't need that I was worried might damage the kayak material jammed in there. Also, drain the boat before deflating it! Great fun, may get another for rest of family

I bough the K1. I have spent a lot of time floating cheap boats down Class I and II Rapid rivers. This boat is perfect for that. Most people will tell you this boat is not for rapids... and well... they would be right, but it handles Class I - II fine. The only downside is that if you take on any water, even with the one plug in the bottom open, you will have to eddy out and dump the water out of the boat. The backpack it comes with for everything is great and I could even see me hiking it up to a high mountain lake for camping, even though it is heavy. There is a handy pressure gauge, too, which i thought was a great addition. I like the foot rest aspect of this boat but I will modify mine with velcro so that it doesn't pop out when i am rowing hard. I have not used the fishing pole mounts or the phone / gopro mount but they seem sturdy. If you are looking for a durable, cheap, and highly functional boat for lakes or even Class I - II rapids, this boat is a steal. Now... let me tell you what I did with it right out of the box. I did Class III rapids with this boat immediately. I do not advise anyone else try that with this boat. Once the boat takes a few waves of water into it, it goes from feeling like you are paddling a Mazda Miata to driving a Dumptruck, and if you can't eddy out to drain the boat, you will be along for the ride. I also got hung up on a big boulder because I did not navigate the boulder field correctly. This boat is quite durable and didn't pop. I am telling you, for the money, this boat is durable. Near the end of my float I got the paddle stuck in a rock and the boat mowed over my paddle splitting it in two. I used half of a broken paddle to maneuver this boat completely full of water into a serious set of rapids. I missed my put-out and barely reached some bushes I held onto for dear life, until I dragged my carcass and this boat out of the river. I tell you all of this so you know that I put this boat through hell and it took everything I threw at it. I am sure you are smarter than me and will not be as hard on your boat as I am with mine. Hope this helps... are you are still reading this dribble??? Just buy this boat already! We both know you have spent WAY more money on things that are WAY less fun...

Set up. Inflating kayak is very easy. Chairs are a pain to inflate. Doesn’t take long at all. No holes found on initial inflation. If using the booster to sit higher, there will be adjustments to find right spot for chair. To far forward and you will slide off the front of seat. Clip on Rod holder openings are narrow. I find it easier to carry by myself while inflated. Comfort. I’m 6’1 220 with back issues. I found this seat to be more comfortable than the nice seat I have on my sit on fishing kayak. I spent over 10 hours sitting in it. Strength/Reliability/Stability. I have used it three times fishing on rocky rivers. I went over rocks, up against rocks and no issues. Pleasantly happy. No issues with hooks finding a way into kayak. This kayak does not tip easily. You will really have to work at it to tip. If it’s a windy day, this is not the kayak to use on an open lake unless you have two people in it. That being said, because it is so light I have found it very easy to paddle and control. . Going up stream with a light kayak is much easier. Storage. The bag is nice but to get everything back in the bag is a little bit challenging. I will buy a large plastic tote to put it in and store accessories in the bag it came with. Update. Used it on the ocean, lakes, and rivers. Went over lots of sticks and rocks and still no holes. Seriously a great buy. Watch out for sand in the connection for bottom fin, makes for hard removal.

The kayak sets up fairly quickly, and includes functional foot rests, a good double-action air pump, and "comfortable enough" seats for two. There is plenty of leg room for both paddlers as long as the spanner (it is installed in front of the forward seat) is not installed. The spanner does not seem to be necessary when a forward paddler is seated and "wedged in" but should be placed when just one is paddling. The kayak tracks well with the larger fin; we have not used the smaller fin. It pumps up to max 10 psi which is enough pressure to keep it from buckling and it is actually pretty stiff (this is a good thing). The valves are excellent quality and do not leak when the pump hose is removed (there are two positions for the valves; the outer position for inflate and the recessed position for deflate). They also deflate very quickly and the pump can be used to help get the last of the air removed. There is nothing to unscrew and loose from the valves. We have had several hard-shell kayaks and were impressed by how well this one tracks and how fast it is...very satisfied on that account. The paddles come in 5 pieces; we thought they would be flimsy but are actually pretty good. Not too heavy and solid enough. This isn't a day-long paddler, just something to get you out in the lake or slow moving river for a few hours of fun. I might even take it downstream in moderately fast water. It comes with a decent "right-size" back-pack bag, but it is so heavy (over 45 pounds) that I would certainly not want it on my back. The weight is a drawback; it is heavy to move (the box says to lift it with the help of a second person). However I would prefer that it be a bit heavy and sturdy than lite and flimsy! We bought this for about $225 and consider it a bargain.

I purchased this kayak because of the overall good ratings.. I am 6'4" 360lbs. Obviously, I am going to use it as a solo. I purchased 1 in July and after three uses it would not hold air. I took it back to UPS within 30 days. I requested a replacement and Amazon said shipping would be in December. I canceled the replacement and purchased a new one. Arrived in 3 days and was $100 less. The good, the bad and the ugly. The good. Very easy to inflate. I sit on the floor of the kayak so it is very stable. I purchased a kayak sail and it is a lot of fun. I learned the hard way I have to enter the boat from the water and not a dock. I have to rollout of the boat when I am done. The bad, the seats are worthless. I knew this since I am a big guy. I solved this by using a milk crate clipped to the center rings. This gives me the back support. The kayak seats that can be bought don't look like they can support my weight. The accessory bar appears to be insecure. If you use it, make sure you clip it to the boat. The foot rest are cheap. I also purchased a real kayak paddle. The ugly, The price varies significantly depending on the time of year. You are also paying for all the cheap extras, I believe a less expensive tandem kayak with out all the parts would work fine. Know that there is a 25% or greater chance this will leak air. You only have 30 days to return it. UPS store was upset because they don't get reimbursed fully for shipping. The name Excursion Pro would indicate it was a professional series. It is not. You might be lucky to get 1 or 2 seasons use. The boat seems delicate in the seams or a pin prick could deflate it. You are brave to go fishing in it. Recommendations. Purchase a number of D clips so you can attach everything from shoes, coolers and equipment. I made two handles from PVC pipes to carry the boat from the center, never go out without the pump and some Duct Tape. I used a 4" piece of PVC pipe to create a roller system so I don't have to drag the boat. The PVC gets the boat off the ground when one person is dragging it. It is very light for two people to move around. Get a kayak sail, they are cheap and a lot of fun. As soon As you get it blow it up. The clock is ticking and you only get 30 days for a refund. Overall, I am satisfed hopefully my second boat won't start to leak air. I will give a 1 year review. Good luck.

Excelente kayak, muy buena estabilidad, cómodidad para pescar.

The kayak is well packaged complete with a holder for phone and 2 fishing rods. The oars seem flimsy but should be ok for casual kayaking. Serious kayakers should get their own oars. Overall the material seems tough although I have not taken it out on the water yet. So far it’s good value for the money.

Feels really solid, doesn't bend or sink in. Tried with my two little kids on a sea and on a river - brilliant. A bit heavier tha I expected but that just confirms durability of materials. Paddles really good considering the price of the whole lot. Pump that comes with it very efficient and I love the fact it's both - inlet and outlet of the air - easier do deflate. Just great

Excelente producto, muy facil de inflar con una resistencia excelente, lo he usado en lagos y presas cerca de mi ciudad y ha sido una grata experiencia. Recomiendo una vez adquirido ver tutoriales de como inflarlo, como doblarlo y que hacer y no hacer para que les dure mucho tiempo

Great looking item. Can't wait to try it out!