Intex Excursion Pro Kayak Series

Product Information

The Intex Excursion Pro Kayak Series is a highly upgradable and customizable kayak that can be easily modified to suit your individual needs and preferences. Inflating the Explorer K2 takes less than ten minutes. Intex has printed a scale on the sidewalls that shows when the kayak is fully inflated. Once the printed line measures 10 cm, the Explorer is fully inflated and ready to go. It also comes with extra accessories that you won’t find on the Explorer, such as standard and shallow water skegs, a pressure gauge, fishing rod holders, foot braces, etc. There are several key things that you can do to make sure that you are keeping safe whilst out kayaking: If however you fancy trying your hand at paddling and want to enjoy some gentle lake touring or the odd adventure out on a calm sea, then an inflatable kayak will be perfect.

Both brands offer similar performance characteristics and both are meant for use in sheltered, calm water and on gentle rivers with class II whitewater or less.

Inflatable kayaks are great all-rounders, so it may be better to focus instead on what they can’t be used for. He also showed the kayak in its single and double-person setup. When he tried the kayak on the water, he was impressed by its stability. He was even jerking it from side to side, but the kayak remained stable. Also, the reviewer mentioned that this kayak is sold and considered as a fishing boat. In addition to the adjustable footrests, Intex Excursion Pro 2 is fitted with removable rod holders and a mount point near the bow. This is suitable for carrying a Go-Pro or phone to record your trip, or a fish-finder or adjustable rod holder on a fishing trip. Cheap inflatable kayaks rarely have a foot brace. A foot brace not only gives you a much better hold when paddling. A foot brace also makes paddling easier overall. Since the feet and therefore your torso have a better hold in the boat, you can get the necessary power for the paddle stroke mainly from your upper body instead of your arms. This makes you less tired when paddling. However, since cheap inflatable kayaks are not designed for long paddling anyway, many of them come without a foot brace.

Like its smaller sister ship, the Intex Challenger K2 is a general purpose inflatable kayak for beginners at a bargain price. It’s best for recreational paddlers who are looking to have fun on the water, solo or tandem, for an hour or two at a time. If you’re looking to develop your skills or spend more time in the kayak, look at a higher performance (pricier) inflatable kayak to meet your needs. When you see the Excursion Kayak for the first time, it looks similar to the Explorer K2. Not color-wise, but overall. Being beginner friendly, partnered with the fact that they are generally used on calmer waters anyway, mean that they are considered very stable. The drop-stitch floor has a recess on each side where drain valves are located. For example, if you are paddling on the beach in the summer and a wave does come into the boat, the water will run off when the valves are open. This way no water will accumulate in the boat. Inserted drop-stitch floor with recesses for the drain valves.

Conclusion

This tends to be more of an issue with inflatable kayaks anyway, and you will find them to be heavier and harder to carry then their hard shell counterparts. Price This lightweight and foldable kayak has performance closer to that of a hardshell and is a joy to paddle Intex kayaks are ideal for paddlers or families who want a low-cost option to spend some time on the water. While they are not as durable as high-end inflatable kayaks, they still hold air for casual paddlers on a budget. For aspiring recreational kayak owners, Intex inflatables offer comparable price and performance to an entry-level rigid kayak, but with the added benefit of effortless storage and portability.

It is difficult to identify a concrete strength of the kayak. For a inflatable kayak in the lower price range it has reasonable dimensions and comes with a lot of useful accessories. Due to its generous dimensions the kayak offers much more space inside than comparable kayaks in the price range. The directional stability and the performance on the water is good for comfortable tours on lakes and rivers. There are two grab handles on both ends for easy transport on and off the water. The reviewer said that he’s really impressed by the way it was built for the price it sells. There’s even a bar that you can use to attach other things like your phone or GPS.Intex Excursion Pro K2, has a very slow undetectable leak in the left pontoon. Removed bow and stern bras from kayak for better viewing, have filled with water and soaped surfaces, no indication bubbles. Finally, the bow and stern could benefit from additional webbing or tie-downs to secure gear, as there are only foot space and aft space for secure storage. Also, I’m not too fond of the fact that the paddles break down into five pieces. I understand that it makes them more compact, but it also makes them more flimsy when assembled. Two or three-piece paddles are firmer and nicer to use. Comfort The Intex Excursion Pro Kayak is an inflatable kayak with features that will ensure a fun and exciting day on the lake. It has everything you need for your trip. This kayak has a powerful air pump that lets you inflate it in minutes. We found the kayak to be incredibly sturdy and durable, even when we were in rougher water with the wind blowing against us.