Intex Challenger Kayak, Man Inflatable Canoe with Aluminum Oars and Hand Pump

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We get you: you live in a small space, love the outdoors, and don’t have the cash to drop on a fiberglass boat either! Intex is a market leader in inflatable technologies from swimming pools and spas to inflatable mattresses and beach toys. Our first Prius loaded with new-to-us kayaks back in 2012 courtesy of pool noodles and ratchet straps.

A grab line at each end is provided for your convenience, as well as a cargo net for extra storage and a repair patch kit. Should you require any warranty claim, this is to be done expressly via INTEX UK on 0333 400 4548 – (Local Rate Number) you will require your proof of purchase.As a side note, consider keeping a towel in your car to dry the inflatable kayaks before you deflate them. I nearly always having to take them home half-deflated, and then leave them outside to properly deflate for a couple of hours once back. The front cargo area allows for accessories, shoes, and water to be safely stowed within reach of the seat for easy access. Compared to other inflatable kayaks, the Challenger K2 is somewhat sluggish and reacts slowly to a change of direction. The Challenger K2 has some hard-to-reach areas (especially in the bug) that makes wiping the boat dry quite difficult.

The Intex Excursion Pro K2 is another solid choice for a complete package and outperforms the Challenger in every way. Make sure you unscrew valves first and use the adapter nozzle if it’s a one way valve Boston type) when you are deflating! So we got excited when we learned about the brilliant fold-up Oru Kayak, but let’s be honest, that ingenious piece of craftsmanship isn’t in everybody’s (i. It is not a performance piece and certainly won’t look to break any records but it felt extremely stable and easy to control. On the other hand, a higher air pressure in combination with the boat material wouldn’t be any good.Nevertheless, a reasonable paddle is possible, although the footrest would be missing on longer tours in the long run. Unlike the Intex Explorer K2 and Intex Excursion Pro, the Challenger K2 does not have carrying handles. There is a self-adhesive patch kit supplied with the inflatable should you require any patches to make any repairs.