ADVANCED ELEMENTS AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Inflatable Kayak

Used it on a small lake just to test it. Great boat overall - keeps direction very well (although the was no wind, need to test yet with side wind), very fast - almost as fast as hard kayaks, very lightweight (20kg inflated with one seat), very stable on water (at least in no waves conditions). Easy assembling/inflating and packing/deflating (under 10 min each). Excellent design and craftmanship. Very happy with the kayak so far.One thing to keep in mind thought: when you sit alone - there is a lot of space for cargo, but when it is in 2 seat configuration the space is very limited (only 1 midsize 50L backpack and couple of small 5-10L drybags can be carried inside the boat).Update: used it on a longer backcountry trip on the lakes (3 hours paddling each way) and couple days of fishing. Very comfortable for both (thought be very careful with hooks around the boat while fishing).There were some mild waves like 15-20cm on the way - no issue at all, still stable and confident.One thing I found missing is something that could help holding kayak while you're carrying it alone through portages. May be some board at the middle that could allow to carry it like canoe.

Like a lot of things I buy, I over researched various inflatible kayak choices, and this was one of the top two choices. I needed an inflatible since I don't have a vehicle suitable for a roof rack, and I needed a tandem for use with my family. Unlike other products where you can get +/- 90% of the quality/functionality of a higher cost choice by purchasing the cheaper alternative, in the case of inflatibles I absolutely believe its worth it to pay up for a higher quality. Better resistence to punctures, better wear resistence, better performace in the water, and most importantly, better user experience.User experience - if you buy a kayak that is made cheaply, feels cheap, and doesn't track well in the water while paddling, you will be discouraged and loose interest. This kayak is easy to use, feel high quality, and performs very well in the water. You will be happy spending $900-$1,000 for this versus $400-$600 for the next lowest tier. Also, you will have better resale value if you care for it. Other reivews here provide a good range of positives on this kayak, but I will add that while the manual pump I use is adequate, on a hot day, I would really rather have a battery powered (or 12v) pump to do the work for me. IMO, that is worth the expence if you can affort it, but I will be getting one in the Spring.

Quick to pump up but when the nozzle is removed the one way valve turns upon removal releasing the air that was just instilled. It literally took at least 5 tries to work properly. Very frustrating 😕. The quality of the kayak is good, very thick material. Have only taken out on a lake with small waves but it was stable. A little more difficult to steer when compared to our hard side kayaks. Deflates quickly. We bought this to take on long trips where the urge for an impromptu kayak trip might occur and its portability will make this possible.

Très beaux et très robuste

This kayak paddles well for an inflatable. Sometimes you forget it’s not a hard shell. A little trouble tracking straight but that’s expected. Lots of room to bring a cooler and backpack and more on board. Consider that the outer cover material is not waterproof (resistant only) and will soak up some water so it is nice to have some time for drying after your paddle. Also, the inner inflatable can be removed to help drying. An online comment suggested getting some boat/bailing sponges (eg, NRS) and these maybe getting water out of the kayak easy after a paddle. Also, helps wiping off the drop stitch floor. During multiple trips we put the kayak away damp for temporary storage with no problems. But better to give it a good dry for longer term storage. The hand pump is all we use to inflate, bought an electric but never used it. We really like this kayak and it was a good purchase. Recommend.