20 Best Blue Water Cruiser (2023 Update)

My first ever kayaks. Simon and Andy in Edmonton helped me gear up my Sportsman 132 and my wife's Sportsman 120. These are so stable, so easy to manage. Old Town makes an amazing PDL kayak. I think the best of any out there. I was lucky to research them and found these. AQOutdoors is the only place to buy a kayak. They helped me set up my kayaks for fishing with Yackatack and Wilderness rigging. 2nd trip out, my wife is fishing because she feels so stable in her kayak. Awesome. Why did I wait so long to do this? It is such fun. Every person we pedal (not paddle) by they say I want one like that. AQOutdoors…well how did I find them. Luckily I Googled pedal kayaks and their site came up. They are the pro's when it comes to kayaks. Even the white water crazy stuff the young paddlers go for. Not me , I'll stick to cruising along fishing . Awesome.Ernie

Smooth order and delivery process – right at about 2 weeks but I did pick up at shipping terminal. the kayak is my first pedal kayak and my 3rd overall. I used an Ocean Kayak Big Game II and a Native Slayer 14.5 before this one. The pedal drive on this boat is amazing. The first time I took it out I did about 6 miles on the Ohio River. I was worried about how I would take to the pedaling recumbent motion. I will admit that I wasn't in the best shape and I did have to stop and take my legs of the pedals every so often, made several seat adjustments – which are super easy on this boat by the way. By about halfway through my trip, I was feeling more comfortable and leisurely pace was no problem and it was even feeling comfortable resting feet on the pedals – which is a good sign I had reached a good seat adjustment. The seat is higher than any other boats I've used and I think it helps make the pedaling more comfortable in terms of motion range. Other things – the seat is very comfortable, rudder works well, boat can move quickly if you pedal it with a good pace. Very happy with it so farKevin

I was in the market for an Old Town BigWater 132 pdl. Most of the sellers online were stating that it would possibly be the end of March for availability. I talked to a customer service representative at Eco Fishing Shop and he told me that hopefully they would have some by late January or February. I ordered mine on the 4th of January, It shipped on the 22nd of January. I received it yesterday on the 16th of February. An amazing job was done wrapping it and preparing it for shipping. The company that delivered it was called FragilPak and they were also top notch. The gentleman who delivered it helped me carry it inside the garage and he let me look it over to inspect for damage. The kayak is in perfect condition. I highly recommend Eco Fishing. The new kayak is awesome and I can't wait to try it out. I already own a TopWater 106 pdl so I have confidence that the new one will be just as good. Thank you Old Town, Eco Fishing and FragilPak.Daniel J.

Arrived on time. Good bike for bigger girls. Reasonably easy to assemble, even though it did not have great directions, nor are there videos available online. Otherwise, really happy with the finished product and have been enjoying getting into biking around town as an adult.TwigsK

I bought this bike a month ago and I just love it. I can ride for hours. I bought so many cute accessories the compliments from people are endless. I may not have the hottest car in Naples, Fl., but I have the cutest bike.Gina Marie

I was scouring Craigslist for a deal on a Schwinn Cruiser, but ended up purchasing an Urban Man cruiser via the Firmstrong website when I realized I could get something new, lighter and customized to my needs for a few dollars more. Went with the single speed in chrome with decals removed. The purchase process was easy and price was right. I love the way it looks and rides, and it's extremely comfortable. The assembly process was simple, even for me, and I'm not good at that stuff.Joe G.

Solid bike! Well packaged, few minor scratches on painted surfaces. Bike seems to be well made with good components (bearings, hub and crank. Bike looks great and is light for a beach cruiser. I should have bought this bike 5 years ago instead of the 2 others that I bought and ended up replacing due to poor components. I usually average about 30 miles a week as a cool down from work-outs. Previous cheap big box store bikes usually lost spokes and the brake hub had issues and never felt right. I think it will last me a while!David F.

I bought this bike clearly for looks. When it arrived it had the wrong size fender (made for a smaller wheel) so now I am riding around with only one fender, which looks ridiculous. I've called Hayneedle and am waiting for a response. Additionally the seat is surprisingly really uncomfortable. I couldn't ride for more than 20 minutes due to needing a break from the seat. I probably would not have purchased this bike if I had known prior to buying it.John

Eco Fishing Shop provided excellent advice, the best price and delivery options. It was worth the wait and kayak arrived in estimated time and in good condition. The Sportsman 106 has plenty of space and storage for what I want. The chair is comfortable but I still may considers adding risers. This is my first PDL system so still getting used to it vs paddle power. I do find the PDL easy to engage and use especially while fishing. Some kind of carrying cart is beneficial for loading and unloading. This kayak is extremely stable and easy to get in and out of. I own three other kayaks for different water experiences. I’m 70 yrs young and figure this 106 PDL will be my go to for the lake I live on. It provides good exercise and fishing capabilities. I do recommend Eco Fishing Shop and Old Town for product and sales!John Z.

As an owner of a 2020 predator PDL, I was familiar with the PDL drive and loved the versatility of forward and reverse motion of the kayak. I wanted something smaller to just throw in the back of my pickup and go. The PDL 106 fit the bill for me perfectly. The shorter length coupled with the weight savings from the longer PDL make it much easier to load and unload. At 6’3” 250lbs I was worried that The 106 might take on a lot of water and considering they only include 2 scupper plugs I was a little worried. Turns out I didn’t need any scuppers and only had water standing on the deck when I stood to fish. So far very pleased with my purchase!Tim S.

I have to confess, I'm not a fisherman. But this boat will surely meet my requirements. I'm an active 80-year-old who likes to spend a lot of time outdoors, but COPD now limits my exertion level. I have biked and kayaked most of my adult life and now with e-bikes and e-kayaks I still can with a little assist from the battery. Eco Fishing Shop was very helpful with the purchase and shipping, answered all my questions. Kayak arrived undamaged last week as planned and is now set up to explore hundreds of remote lakes and ponds after ice-out in the spring. There is an extra space on the trailer for when my wife discovers how much fun this adventure is going to be and wants an MK106 of her own.David V.

We bought 2 of these boats for my kids. They work great, are fast on the pond, and they battery life is decent (lasts about 20min full throttle). After my boys returned from the pond, I went to recharge the battery's and started to smell a burnt smell coming from inside one of the boats where the batter/motor sits. I thought it was the battery, but recharged the battery and used it to power the 2nd boat and it ran the 2nd boat as expected (about 20min). I suspected the motor burned up and email customer service for help getting a replacement motor. Customer service was excellent and instead of shipping a new motor, they sent me a whole new boat within a couple days. We are back up an running without any issues. Thank you for standing behind your products with great customer service!!LeeLee

Bought two – one blue, one green. Sadly blue controller started glitching during first use. Now it wont turn on.Update: after writing this review, seller sent two brand new replacement boats. Working perfectly so far. The original set we were running over a sandy bottom so I wonder if maybe this was responsible for the malfunction. Controller could be sealed a little better to to prevent water from getting into the board. Otherwise fun boats!Chua

This little boat is really fast! Like *much* faster than I had expected! My son loved it and zipped it around the pool for days. We did have a slight electrical issue, which may have been caused after so much use and water getting into the boat area. Customer support for this little boat is like no other. Email responses were super quick, they even responded with videos showing me exactly how to remove/replace the component, along with other things to check. They sent out a replacement part, and I was back on my way. For a simple RC toy, this worked really well and is actually made for you to work on and keep working for many hours of use. Nice product.L. W.

My granddaughter loves her bike. It's the first she's been able to really ride and enjoy. You see she she was born a double amputee. She only has a left leg and right arm. We fitted the left pedal with a toe clip (she can push and pull) and steers/brakes with her right arm. She ride with all her two wheeling friends now! Probably not in the original marketing plan, but Mobo should promote this more for special needs children.Miracle Max

My 7 year old daughter just recently beat cancer in her spine. Her cancer took 2 full vertebrae and over 30% of 5 others so this has left her wearing a full upper body back brace and riding a 2 wheeled bike is absolutely nerve racking for dad and I not to mention the doctors have advised against so many activities for her including riding bikes. When I found this bike I hoped that she would love it as this bike does not have the risk of fall that others do and the seat back looked as though it would be comfortable for her with her back brace. I can not tell you how much this little girl loved her new bike! All of my kids, my husband and I want our own Mobo now!!! She rode that bike the very first time over 2 miles and again the next day we went out again! She picked up on the steering very quick and by day 2 she was drifting around tight corners!! Thank you for this amazing bike! Thank you for making something that puts this parents nerves at ease!Tabs

My son is 5 and had such a fun time riding this! It's only took a few minutes to get the hang of the turning handles and then he was off riding it as fast as he could. The cruiser is a smooth comfortable ride for kids. The brake works well for safety and overall very satisfied with my purchase. I also love the bright yellow and orange color easy for visibility in the evening!Angela

I was definitely wary about shopping at MyGreenOutdoors but I so glad I took the leap! VERY VERY fast shipping! And I know the that almost everything Minn Kota is on back order but MyGreenOutdoors came in clutch! Also Kevin is great to deal with and gave me all the info that I needed and I had ordered that terrova riptide and I wanted the ulterra riptide so Kevin made the transaction go smoothly with just paying the difference! Now I haven’t opened the box (which is in perfect condition) to check out the motor but from what I hear about it, it should work flawlessly. MyGreenOutdoors will forever have my business in the future! Thank you *will update post with pictures once installed *Dalton

I’m in the process of redoing a 1989 Starcraft for striper fishing on L Cumberland. Im 70 myself and I wanted a self deploying and retracting trolling motor. I decided on my choice but couldn’t find the motor anywhere in my area in Kentucky or on the net. I tried tried My Green Outdoors for the first time and my original delivery date was about one month away. Two days after placing I get a email saying my trolling motor is shipped and will be delivered on Monday. Folks that was 5 days total getting what I wanted and having it here ready to mount. Worked on the process today and it’s going to be great. I know where to tell my friends if they need to update. Thanks for the great work in locating a hard find.Larry W.

I bought this model in October of 2017, with very limited use (4 trips) before it stopped deploying. MinnKota customer service was less than forthcoming concerning the models problems and issues. The unit auto deploy and trim module will not keep the water out which leads to failure. When I took this unit to the factory authorized repair center, I was given advice to sell it, after repairs were made. There were 6 identical motors at that shop for warranty service, all with the same issue. I love the idea of the auto deploy/trim but, in my opinion, this model should be taken off the market until the issues are resolved. The warranty expires after 2 years and in my case I am afraid I will be required to purchase another unit once it expires, as the cost to fix is very expensive and doesn't guarantee the product will be fixed for an extended period.reelsolitude

The cleaning ability is great as long as you’re on bare floor. The foot is cheap and gets stuck every time you try to vacuum a rug no matter the thickness. I wrote to customer service to buy a better quality foot and they were of absolutely no help. I saw on another review that they purchased a foot on Amazon that fit it so I guess I’ll go that route. Makes no sense to me why they wouldn’t improve the foot for their own product. In addition, the hose connection falls apart while vacuuming and that’s very frustrating having to reattach it over and over. Why not have it click on like most other hoses? Also I’m not a fan of the canister banging into everything and the cord seems to always wrapped around the canister. So frustrating. It’s also heavy and awkward to empty and clean the canister after use. This review will probably not be approved but I sure wish I’d have known of these issues and I definitely would have purchased a different vacuum as this clunker is sitting in a closet unusable and I having to use our old yucky one until I figure out a solution. At least they could tell me what size foot to buy elsewhere although at this point I’m pretty over it.GS

I Love it!! . I have bad sinus allergies, and wanted to buy the Rainbow machine serval years back, but too expensive! Just recently found this machine searching for the best vacuum to suit my needs. Couldnt believe my eyes when I ran across the Kalorik vacuum and watched the video on peoples reviews.and the price was just what I can afford!! Yesterday, for the first time I used it, and WOW!!! This machine cleaned amazingly! Plus! It has a powerful suction! The suction this machine has is a very big plus for me. Thank You who ever designed this machine with an affordable price!. I am so proud of itplus its a beautiful machine & my favorite color like Turquoise Blue. Its a winner in my book!oma1961

With my and my daughter's allergies we had hoped that a water filtration vacuum would help us be less symptomatic in our own home. Unfortunately, most water filtration vacuums are prohibitively expensive. We tried the Kalorik because it got really good reviews as being an affordable option. Sadly, it only works on very low-pile carpets and hard surfaces, but we have brand new high-pile carpets. All of the cleaning heads just get stuck on the carpet and can't be moved, so you end up lifting the toolhead, placing it far away from you, and struggling to pull it towards you as you clean, and the whole process is absurdly difficult. And although it definitely filtered a TON of stuff that the vacuum missed, it was simply too difficult to clean with and unwieldy overall. And for hard surfaces, we find the Tineco and other wet/dry vacuums are actually almost as effective, and are certainly significantly easier to use and clean up a greater variety of messes with more ease. Overall can't really recommend this vacuum.Tyler

Still learning how to operate the plotter. The few times I have I have been thoroughly impressed with the screen clarity, ability to read the bottom at speed and overall performance. Still learning, watching videos to understand what it is I am looking at…..Plumbob

You won’t go fishing again without it. I forgot my screen in the truck this morning. 5 miles back to get it didn’t think twice. It’s a blast to see fish react to your bait.Papa Max

I recently purchased the 126sv and the east coast charts. I installed it and the transducer the next day on my 30 ft. Rigid inflatable. Then i towed the boat tonHilton Head island. I had never been there before. To my surprise the echomap community had recorded 100 % of the waters on and around Hilton Head. Without this unit, i would have been scared to death, and would have run aground even while being between the channel markers. It is like having your own private guidBanana boat

Totally love it. Set's up quick. Newer foot rests are a pain to put in but worth it. Pumped up feels like a hardshell. Don't drag the boat with the rear fin out. Dirt get's in the slot and makes it impossible to get the fin back in. Otherwise, fast boat, handles like a hard shellAnonymous

Tested out a "Sea Eagle Razorlite 473RL (2 paddler) inflatable kayak this afternoon. It arrived in the shipping box at my house at 2:30 pm and I was paddling it near by American Lake at 4:30. I'm really glad that I bought the electric pump. This way I spend my time paddling and not pumping. Had no problem paddling it like a canoe (with a canoe paddle not the kayak paddle). It's very good at holding a straight line when paddling on one side for 20 or more strokes yet is easy to maneuver. Easily got it up to 11:30 min/mile pace. Had a short sprint of 7:53 min/mile (probably wind aided). Tried to flip it when I finished paddling but it wouldn't go over. 38 pounds and folds up into a a very nice backpack for traveling. Plan on taking it to Australia for 2 weeks this May to keep in shape for long distance outrigger canoe racing in Hawaii this September and October. Rides well on J-racks on top of my small half ton Ranger pick-up truck.Lon K.

I love my pungo 120. Mine is from before skid plates. I have had to repair the rear fin. Love floating all day. Best ride and very stable. I can ride comfortably all day. Love mine so getting another.Ellen Schlie

Called and happened to reach the owner Bob, who patiently answered all my questions. Picked up my kayak that afternoon and met him by chance at a store where I stopped on my way home. Surprised by a stranger asking about it on the roof of my car; it was Bob thanking me for purchasing from him! Down-to-earth, honest guy. Travis, salesperson at the store, also answered my questions in a friendly, engaged and knowledgeable way. All around wonderful buying experience from a local store. Well worth the 2+ hour drive to and from my home. Highly recommend.Trent S.

We’ve had a few different kayaks and the Pungo 120 is, by far, the most comfortable. It’s easy to maneuver, tracks well, and we love the deck feature. The easily adjustable foot pegs have been an unexpected bonus as is the cockpit padding for your legs. Our only complaint, our rear hatches aren’t sealed properly. I thought it may have just been mine, but my husband's is the same. We’re on week two of a six week cross-country trip, so dealing with warranty stipulations is a hassle. Kind of disappointing with new (not cheap) kayaks.Cookie Davis

I have put nearly a year of once or twice a week trips in on this thing and for the most part, it is an incredible product for the price. This kayak is stable enough to easily stand up, to cast, and to throw throwing nets. Also stays steady when big fish make a last dive run right at the boat. Y'all who fish for muskie, striped bass, and catfish know what I'm talking about. I have ridden some big swells and waves and while I took on spray I never had any concern I was going to go overboard or go turtle. It moves quickly and gracefully. The speed at a casual pedaling pace is about 3mph. If you pedal harder you can get to 4, but combined with paddling you can really move. Only movement issue is that, because of its size, turning in reverse is kind of an involved process. I will usually just back up and then go forward in a circle to turn around. Otherwise you are going to be leaning a lot. The on-deck space in both the main well with the seat and the rear is great. I can fit plenty of quick access things under the seat and in the little tray and rear hatch. Everything else I take fits in the rear well with room to spare. The weight capacity is also great, and I will never be at risk of exceeding it. The included rod holders and storage hatches are great. Of interest is the fact that the rod holders fill up completely with water when it rains even when they are sealed. I don't know how this is happening. I have to give four stars instead of five because this kayak is like…really really hard to modify with accessories and I have come to see this as a critical flaw. The front storage is not through-hull. There isn't an easy way to mount a transducer for a fish finder. There is neither a dedicated transducer scupper–in contrast with most other serious fishing kayaks, including most of BKC's other offerings–nor some other specialized mount for one as some kayaks have. The composite plates for mounting accessories have pre-cut holes right in the center when there is room for two side by side. I wound up putting a Scotty track right on top of both of them and using them instead. Related to this, the tops of the edges of the hull are actually too narrow to attach most types of accessory rails. It also seems to take on water inside the hull somehow when it rains. When it has been drained, I have never had water in the hull after a fishing trip. After a big rain (or snow even once it melts), there is a significant amount of water inside the hull, and I still have not figured out how this is happening and am curious if it is related to the problem with the rod holders.Ralph E

Bought two PK13 with electric motors. One for me and one for my wife. Product was flawless and delivery was on time and as promised. They are very well made platform. Impressive, super stable, appear very durable, and super comfortable. No issues whatsoever. We converted a jet ski trailer and now we tow them both all over very easily. I am looking forward to exploring the waterways in South Florida. Very happy with the product.Angelo M

After only a few trips I think it's a great Kayak. Super stable, fast, affordable. Can't give it five stars because of a couple things. The rudder situation is awful. It's going to need replacement at some point. It's a fixed rudder and takes a beating when loading, unloading and beaching it or dragging it at all. Not thought out very well for a 13' Kayak that can get rather heavy loaded up. Also, there is no owners manual, specs, instructions etc. I was concerned that I either installed the rudder wrong or was missing a piece because it had a lot of play. After an email to BKC I was told it should have play. Now I am thinking there is play in the rudder to keep it from snapping off because it is so exposed. Just a guess. But that brings me to a very positive experience. I have had 3 questions regarding the rudder and a couple other things. I emailed them from the website and my emails were always answered promptly. That is a big positive for me. I am very happy with this Kayak. I look forward to taking it offshore in La Jolla/San Diego soon.Dave L

Service was great at Appomattox River Company. Odered on wed and Kayak was delivered the following Monday in perfect shape.. Took it it out the next weekend and was very happy with the comfort and stability. It was a liitle slower than my old fishing kayak but I expected that since it is heavier and wider. For the price and quality compared to many of the other fishing kayaks I looked at I feel it was a great value.Gary H.

Great fishing platform with plenty of room for gear and mods. Very stable allowing you to cast and set hook while standing if that is what you want. If that's not important to you get something narrower. Hull is 35" across and paddles like a barge. ok when alone but if paddling with group you will work to keep up.boat review

My Outlaw 11.5 Fishing kayak is a great purchase and a great price. Its not a fast paddle but a very stable fishing kayak that tracks well. Plenty of room to mod out and still stand and set the hook. I've only been on small lakes and ponds so far but should be fine on large lakes and streams with small rapids.Coachc

Reliable, comfortable and ready to toss in the truck, car or a trunk for a last minute notice to the river. Handles great on lakes too. 10/10 my go to floor the river crew and all our shenanigans.Jeromy

Love this kayak! It's high pressure dropped stich floor with smaller tubes and fine tapered shape handles more like a sports car than some of the larger tubed kayaks with low pressure floors. I fitted it with an inflatable foot rest and thigh straps and am happy with all. The fabrics appear very durable and it's light weight make it easy to load up by myself. The only complaint (hence the 4 star ratting) is that you are always sitting in a puddle of water on the drop stich floor unlike the low pressure domed floors on some other good quality IK's.Guy

This was my first kayak purchase and I’m not disappointed. Easy to inflate/deflate and very smooth on the water. I strongly recommend the NRS Star Outlaw!Kevin P.

Hi, I've used it one time so far and I am very pleased. The seat is very comfortable and I like the tracking as well. Planning to take it out again this weekend. I like the color. It arrived within 5 days. Thank yousherri

This kayak is top notch, the price tag is high ($995) but you do get what you pay for. Our previous Wilderness Systems kayaks have been in service for about 18 years and still look new. One of the design improvements is the integrated and recessed kayak handles that replace the previous handles that were made of fabric and needed to be replaced annually. They have also included a dry box and improved the foot pedal adjustment system to move more freely. There is also a dry box and cargo lids that are hinged so they stay attached to the boat. The 120 size is definitely the way to go!Nick A.

If you want a fishing kayak that'll actually move through the water, this is the kayak for you. Absolutely love it. No issues with my experience from Appomattox River Co.Paul W.

Die anfängliche Begeisterung war recht schnell verflogen. Aber zuerst zu den guten Eigenschaften: Das Kajak wirkt sehr stabil und Hochwertig. Es hat einen guten Geradeauslauf und gleitet flott durchs Wasser. Was negativ aufgefallen ist: Die Ventile der Seitenkammern funktionieren je nach Tagesform, mal recht mal schlecht und manchmal auch gar nicht. Oft verschließen diese beim abziehen des Schlauches NICHT und man hat erneut das Vergnügen zu pumpen. Die Zuladung von 288kg ist schwer zu glauben wenn man bedenkt dass ich mit rund 115 kg bei jeder kleinsten Bewegung einen ordentlichen "Schwapp" Wasser ins Kajak abbekommen habe. Meine Partnerin wiegt unter 70kg. Somit sind wir noch weit vom Maximum entfernt. Dass das Kajak für ruhiges Gewässer ist ist Auslegungssache. Ich kenne Weiher (stilles Gewässer ohne Bewegung) Seen (ruhiges Gewässer) und Meer oder Fluss (aktives Gewässer). Nachdem wir im Bodensee ohne Wind und Wellengang unterwegs waren konnte ich nach rund einer Stunde diverse Liter Wasser aus dem Kajak kippen. Also ist das eher was für Weiher oder Baggerseen aber auf keinen Fall mehr . Wirklich schade da wir uns das Kajak für schöne Touren auf dem Bodensee gekauft haben. Ein Witz ist die "Packtasche" die eher ein zusammengelegtes großes Tuch ist und es sich schwierig gestaltet dieses so zu packen dass man nicht alles verliert. Vielen Dank an Decathlon für die Möglichkeit der 30 Tage Rückgabe. Schließlich kommt man oftmals nicht direkt nach dem Kauf dazu das Produkt ausgiebig zu testen. Die Entscheidung fällt dann doch eher zu einem Kajak das komplett aus Dropstitch ist. Also auch die Seiten, denn hier baut das Kajak höher auf und bietet eine deutlich höhere Chance mit trockenem Hintern aus dem Kajak zu kommen. GrüßeMaciej

Wir hatten uns vor dem Kauf für das x100 entschieden, waren jedoch durch seine schwere Steuerung und die doch sehr klein kompakte Bauweise nicht zu 100% zufrieden. Ich muss dazu sagen wir sind jeweils annähernd an die 60 Jahre. Nun aber zum Air Beach K2. Zuerst sind uns die Sitze aufgefallen, sie sind zwar nicht aufgeblasen , aber sie fühlen sich wie Schalensitze an, super Bequem. Auch der sehr harte Stitch Boden sorgt für ein supersicheres Ein-und Ausstiegsgefühl. Die beigepackten Paddel liegen gut in der Hand, und sind Qualitativ Hochwertig. Das beste an diesem Kajak finde ich ist die schöne Länge für 2 Personen. Man kommt sich nicht mit den Paddel in die Quere, und auch die Breite des Kajaks ist schmaler als das X100 was zur Folge hat das auch kleinere Menschen ohne nachgreifen die Paddel Gleichmäßig eintauchen können. Auch das Aufbauen und zusammenlegen funktioniert schnell. Einziges Manco ist ein fehlender Rucksack. Die beigefügte ? Ich weiß nicht wie man das nennen soll ich sage mal vorsichtig Tasche ist lediglich gut als Unterlage wenn es noch leicht feucht aus dem Wasser kommt. Ich würde es jedem bedingungslos Empfehlen. Leider haben wir das Verhalten noch nicht für den Einzel Turn nutzen können.um das Verhalten beschreiben zu können.Gabriele

This is a great solo kayak for a recreational user! I purchased this to replace a cheaper inflatable kayak that worked well, but was a bit floppy. The Tahe Beach LP1 is a great upgrade! The air chambers are easy to fill and stay "rigid" when inflated. The seat is comfortable with good back support. The paddle works well and is easy to break down and carry. The whole kit weighs about 30 pounds (kayak + paddle + pump + backpack), and it's easy to carry in the durable backpack that everything comes in. The interior bottom of the kayak velcros in/out and you can remove it for quicker drying. I'm glad I made the investment in this – it's easy to transport, fill up, and use!!Jesse H.

This kayak is very light and can pick up speed with ease. Overall it’s a fun kayak, with some drawbacks. 1. The cockpit is huge, so expect to take on considerable water on class 2/2.5 waters. 2. There are no hard points to tie this down on a truck bed. I have a shortbed truck so it’s a pain / gamble every time I throw it in the back. I wild recommend getting a kayak roof rack before getting this.GP191

This is my 3rd Pelican Trailblazer. I bought 2 of last year's models about 11 months ago when I retired (summer 2017), and I've been very happy with them after going out about 15-20 times so far. This one is the same model with 2 noticeable differences. First, instead of the silly little shallow lidded portal in back that couldn't hold much, there is now a larger, flat area with criss-crossing bungee cords that will accommodate a smallish ice chest or other gear that's too large for the cockpit. The second change is that the foot rests are built in (several positions), rather than adjustable. I found adjusting the foot rests to be precarious while out on the water, so having them there in various fixed positions means I can easily adjust the bend of my knees from time to time. This is a plus, I think. I've only been out once with the new kayak, though, so we'll see if I like that feature better over time. These are pretty basic kayaks and are definitely NOT for rough water. But, if you are on a fairly calm lake or whatever, and you aren't in a speed competition, they are lovely, especially for the price range. (I compared many options before selecting these.) I have a rather wide rear-end, so I especially appreciate the large cockpit opening for getting in and out. I also appreciate how stable the wide, flat bottom is on the water compared to some other kayaks I've used. I have a group of friends who kayaks, and I often loan one of mine to beginners wanting to try kayaking who haven't done it much, if at all. They have all found these kayaks to be quite stable and easy to propel. They sway a bit in front with each stroke, depending on your paddle style, but as I said, if you aren't in a competition, it's not going to slow you down that much. (I find the tracking to be a lot worse when people paddle deep instead of using a more shallow stroke. It really doesn't take much effort to propel these babies.) One word about paddles, though. This is a pretty wide kayak, and therefore, you are better off with a longer paddle. Some people advise choosing your paddle based on your height, but it is my experience that the width of the kayak is more important, especially with a wide kayak. If the paddle is too short, you will be banging against the side of the kayak with each stroke. I am only 5'4" and I use a 96" paddle with ease. I recently borrowed a friend's 84" paddle, and it was not nearly as smooth. (The friend I took kayaking agreed that the longer one was smoother.) As stated above, I generally use a shallow stroke (it's less work so my back and arms don't get as sore), and the longer paddle is more conducive to a smooth stroke, plus it keeps you drier, too. A paddle that's too short will drip all over you in a wide kayak. It bears stating that I can carry these kayaks at my side by myself, though it's nicer to have 2 people carry it, and the carry handles definitely help for that. (For the record, I am a 66-year-old, rather over-weight woman.) My 10 year-old grandson was also able to man one of these kayaks (with a 96" paddle) with no problem, when his younger cousin was using our kid-sized kayak. I do wish it had a built in paddle rest, but you can buy a kit to add that feature, if desired (for around $8 on Amazon).kayakngrandma

Great for floating the Deschutes. You won’t win any races with it, but it is stable in the water and easy to carry. Doesn’t need air and hopefully won’t sink like all the cheap tubes I purchased over the years.Bob900024556

I purchased 2 of these kayaks a couple years ago, and still use them regularly. I love these kayaks! I’ve loved kayaking for years, but used to always rent kayaks and finally decided to quit throwing my money away. These are big enough for me to comfortably ride on and have a small cooler strapped to the back. They’re super easy to get in and out of, and the little opening in the center is great for using to carry them. They’re not super heavy, and I can carry one with just one arm using the opening for carrying. The coloring design is attractive and looks much better than the small ugly rent kayaks. These have serial numbers on them so you can keep track of your kayaks if you keep up with that kind of stuff. They’re plenty big enough for adults, and light enough for my teenager to use as well. I love these and would absolutely purchase again!Lindsey

The cost of this bike was why I bought it. I knew it wouldn't be a 5-star bike (and it's not). I wanted to make sure that I would use a bike before really committing to something with a much higher cost. The deliver was fast and flawless. The bike was set-up near perfect. I had to slightly adjust the frame over the front tire, but otherwise I was pleased. My hubs set up the bike seat to fit my height. The fourth star was for the good and fast service. It's no more than a three -star bike even at the price point. P.S. I'm also very out-of-shape, so this bike may offer a better ride to someone that is in good physical shape.KB

I’ve read so many negative reviews on this bike. I absolutely love mine. I wanted a cruiser with foot breaks and this is perfect. My granddaughters have ridden the bike as well and love it, too. My son was able to assemble with no problems. I ordered another one today so my granddaughters and I can ride together.Vmbert