Intex Challenger Kayak, Inflatable Kayak Set with Aluminum Oars and High Output Air-Pump

Quick to inflate, sturdy, used it in open water (North Sea) easy to transport, although this two seater did take the two of us but would still be doable solo. I had a non swimmer (with 100n life jackets) and he felt super safe as did I. Very stable and able to pull back when the ocean current is pulling out.

Where do I start? A massive thumbs up from me and if I could give more than 5 stars I would. It's the best £91 I think I've ever spent. It was the reviews that made my final decision in purchasing this kayak and I'm not disappointed.I've been kayaking a few times but only on the local lake where not only is it quite expensive for the hire but you have a limited space and limited time. This allows you as much freedom as you like and although I've only been out on it twice It's pretty much paid for itself.The inflation is super easy and in 15 minutes it was on the water. Just make sure you inflate the bottom first before the sides. The first time I went out with it I took my friend and large cool box plus additional bits and there were no issues regards the weight. Decent amount of space for two and plenty for one so that was a massive plus if you needed to put your camping gear in with you.I brought a dry bag which came with a waterproof phone case and some aqua trainers. I put all the bits I needed ie; towel change of clothes etc into the dry bag which fitted nicely at the front underneath the netting.Paddling along the river with a bit of music on and the sun beaming down on you whilst watching the wildlife is serene. Great for my mental and physical health I just wish I'd thought about buying one years ago.The ball ache is the packing down but then I guess it always is. I found that slightly deflating it and tipping one end up and soaking up the excess water before doing the same with the other end a lot easier. Then deflate the whole thing before packing it away. When you get home half inflate it and give it a good wipe out before leaving it to air dry then fold away for next time. Yea it may be a faff but if you take the time and effort it should and I'm hoping last me and you a very long time.The only negative things I could say is that there were no ropes/strings to be able to secure it if you wanted to pull up alongside the river and take a break. Not a problem though because I improvised and put the end of the paddle through the netting at the front and the other end on the bank and stuck my rucksack on it. The second thing was not being able to know what PSI you was at when inflating the kayak. You just have to guess, I watched a video on you tube first which helped. For the price it's well worth it I genuinely love it and the freedom and the smile it puts on your face is priceless. Highly recommended.

I have kayaked for many years and bought this to get my daughter into the sport. She's 6 and hasn't been on the water before. I don't have space to store a solid kayak so this seemed to fit the bill.It is very very stable, solidly constructed and easy - so so easy - to get in and out of. Paddles are more than solid enough (I literally have no idea what some reviewers are on about - they are very good indeed) and the seats and backrests are more than adequate for an hour at a time.Inflates in 3 mins - again, unbelievably easy. Literally you pump the sections up in order (they're numbered on the boat), attach the seat back and shove it in the water.Daughter had first paddle today with me in the front - she loved it. Went on local watersports lake and even the senior sailing and kayak instructors loved it.Could possibly need a rudder for sea use but I think the new version (130 quid not 65) fixes the steering. It does zigzag a bit under power but then again so do slalom canoes. Obviously a top of the range fibreglass sea kayak with a rudder bar would be more directionally stable but they capsize very easily - this boat really doesn't want to go over and in fact I couldn't make it capsize even if I leant quite suddenly - great for children.I intend to use this on the sea (not in winds above 5 knots and even then only in on-shore winds) and I would recommend it to anyone. Spend the money you save on top-of-the-range buoyancy aids (like I did) and you and your kids will have a whale of a time.Bear in mind - plastic 'proper' kayaks are heavy, need a trailer, can fill up with water, love to capsize every 5mins and will bash you on the head if you fall out in sea surf. They are good at expeditions however.This is as cheap as a toy, sets up like a toy, is as easy and fun to use as a toy but is as safe if not safer than a 'proper' canoe and can be used by two strong adults or children. Just watch winds - which you should anyway.Maybe the lower profile of the new (green and black coloured) version is less susceptible to surface winds - I don't know or care really. This product is a winner and I know what makes a good canoe.Reminds me of a bit of advice about which telescope is the best to stargaze with: it's the one you actually use the most.The only issue for you is: what are you waiting for? Get this boat now and get out on the water. You'll have a ball.

Very disappointed. The kayak arrived with a big puncture on the bottom and a 5–6 cm tear on the side where all the air escaped. Packaging looked fine, but the kayak was clearly already damaged.I bought it at a reduced price, but the listing didn’t say it might be faulty. I went to the river expecting a fun day with my family and ended up with a useless, deflated kayak. Not acceptable.

I took it down the river Wye for about 8 miles with a friend of mine. It survived the rapids, shallow water and my lack of ability on the water.Easy to set up and easy to pack away, approximately 5 minutes to set up and 10 minutes to pack up. And miraculously it managed to fit into the bag provided.Brilliant value for money and surprisingly comfortable.It felt safe to use and hard to capsize.10/10 would recommend for it's price bracket