OCEANBROADInflatable Sit-in Kayak, with Paddle, Kayak Seat, Pedal, Hand Pump and Bag, 1-Person/2-Person, Blue/Sky Blue

I am eager to get this review out before Prime Days, so it will be helpful to those looking for a great kayak for a great price.I share this in the context of being an experienced kayaker, with a number of nice boats - including a couple of top-of-the-line SeaEagle inflatables.I use the 2 place SE 380X less frequently, now, since the passing of my wife and paddling partner, so I was looking for a one place boat to use on some of our local North Carolina whitewater rivers (Class 3 at my age).Impressed with the great reviews and the surprising price, I bought this V1 last month. So far, I have only had it out on a lake, with my 10 year old grandson, to check if out. Honestly, with the solid drop-stitch floor and the solid construction, I was surprised at the quality of the boat for the price. It is a very complete kit, as well, and finished in beautiful colors.I have yet to get it out on whitewater, but it looks like it is certainly strong enough to handle at least Class 3 rapids. The rather small, but self-sealing scupper holes - 2 on each side, amidships, are a small concern. Hopefully, they will discharge swamping water from rapids and waves quickly enough.My impressions, at this stage, are that this boat will fit right in with the performance I get with my Sea Eagle kayaks. Time will tell.I had not seen this boat before, so I think it's relatively new on the market.I also need to say that I suspect the low price of this V1 is an initial market test - to possibly increase once this boat gets enough good reviews - so, it might be a good move to act now (7/05/24). My initial experience gives me the impression that this boat will be the first of what will be a major manufacturing contender in the inflatable kayak market. I thought I might be taking a chance. Not.This is a great little boat that has solid initial stability and tracks decently with its fin attached. (I will not use the removable fin in whitewater.)The one, minor, con that I can report comes from my leaving the boat folded up in the car overnight. I came out the next day, after the car had been in the sun, and there was the odor of the glue that was used to manufacture the boat. We noticed this, on and off, for a few days - but the scent then faded out.This boat uses the same valve system as my Sea Eagle boats. The quality of all fittings is comparable. Though it comes with a nice manual pump, I used my car electric pump to inflate the boat quickly and easily.I have no connections to this manufacturer, other than as a customer, and received no compensation for this review. I am very pleased with this purchase. If I encounter any changes that are not consistent with my initial review, I'll be back to update this. As it stands, now, I am very satisfied to add mine to a string of 5 star reviews.

The product came quickly and intact with everything. It is easy to inflate. I do use an electric pump that I can set the PSI to make sure it's inflated to the right PSI, which is written by each valve so you won't forget which PSI to inflate to. The bottom of the kayak is very sturdy. I took it out and paddled about 8 miles and had no issues. Deflating was just as easy, especially with an electric pump. Just dry it off, roll it up and pack it up and you're done. I'm very impressed with this product. I don't have room to store a regular kayak so this is perfect.

Enjoying this sturdy but lightweight enough for a 5’2” 50+ woman to carry. We bought 2 for me & my husband.The seat has a comfy adjustable back support. There is a rubber foam adjustable foot rest too. It is roomy enough to carry a small ice chest too.The only 2 issues I have is the metal clasps for the seat strap are positioned where your knee rests so it can be uncomfortable. The pump is a bit flimsy & the pressure gauge doesn’t work on both of them.Overall, I’m happy with this purchase.

Fast shipping and everything intact. Inflates fast and love the floor. A very solid yak. Changed the seat out for a better one made for the Bass Pro shops sit on top kayaks. Feel very safe and secure, plus it is a looker! Glad that I bought it.

The media could not be loaded. an inflatable could be so easy to use? We have angler kayaks which require a trailer for transporting. Out of curiosity, we bought this inflatable tandem kayak with the hope of convenience and comfort. And this one is a winner! Easy to carry in the gigantic heavy-duty bag. Easy to inflate and deflate. Love the solid floor when inflated (not sure how that happens since you fold the kayak up when deflated). Easy tracking (fin below helps). Very stable. Everything about this kayak is great. My husband did a lot of research before buying this one. There weren't a lot of reviews so I was nervous. No worries. Had a few people ask us for the brand because they were also very impressed. Great deal.

Around the 5th time I used it, it got a 2cm hole, I’m not really sure what could have caused it; maybe I trusted too much when I read it’s “puncture resistant” and did not treat it properly, however I didn’t go near big branches or stuff that did look potentially harming to me.HOWEVER, the customer service was very nice to me and helped me repair it, they covered the cost so I could take care of it. They always answered on time and came to me in a respectful manner, offered me help without having to ask for it.The product comes with a couple of patches but not with the glue, so I got a glue and repaired it. I left it for 12h with a heavy thing on top so that it could stick well, then I used it but the patch opened very lightly, almost unnoticeable. I’m going to try to put a patch on the inside too, then hopefully it will be 100% fine.My only advice would be: if you get it, just make sure to always treat it nicely and be delicate, try your best not to be hard on it, always keep an eye on what it touches.

Have had about 6 months of light to moderate use on still waterPros:Boston valves3 air compartmentsRigid, drop stitch floor -- can stand up in itPrice was a fraction of comparable inflable kayaksCons:Provided seats are not very good -- we bought better stadium seats that have more back supportWe also added four handles onto the bottom and ends of the storage bag for easier loading into car trunk.

I haven't used it yet but my opinion so far.I like the pump and connection to kayak.I think I will really like the kayak with the drop stitch bottom, ridged.The bad, the seats are terrible. They basically show you where to sit. No back support for my 63 year old back. Good news is the seats from my 12 year old kayak will work in their place.Pictures are my old seats (L) next to the new one (R).