Could a child sit on the front of this board while an adult paddles? (Kid is 9 years old/70 lbs).
1490369
Sure! I'm 130 lbs and my fiance 200 lbs. I sit on the front while he paddles :D
1490370
Yes. In fact, we had two adults doing just that yesterday. The person sitting actually stabilizes the board a bit and makes it easier to stand and paddle. JVH
1490371
Yes. In fact, we had two adults doing just that yesterday. The person sitting actually stabilizes the board a bit and makes it easier to stand and paddle.JVH
1490372
Definitely! I have sat on the front while my husband paddled and we did fine on a lake. I'm 5'3/110 - he just had to be more cautious when paddling
1345714
My husband is 230 and he was fine on it. I would not recommend both of you at the same time though. Good board. Love it!
268613
We had a 7 year old paddling and his 3 year old sister sitting in front of him...it was used to play around the dock. It would not work for any length of time on a kayaking trip. The 7 year old is now and has graduated to a jr size kayak. His 5 year old sister has taken over this boat and does wonderful with it. We feel this was a great purchase for us.
867632
I don't think it would be very easy, since it's not as wide as paddle boards. but it's a good starter surf board.
1347737
No. A 9 year old could assist an adult with construction, and operation, but there are no safeguards. Once built, with a motor spinning a tool, this kit has the potential to cause significant injury.
631666
I think it is too small for the 10 yr old. My sons are 6 & 8, and I just had to upgrade my 8yr old to the bigger ones. However, they've been kayaking for a few years. If you consider them just as starters and are willing to upgrade the 10 yr old next year, I suppose it is an okay purchase.
2000665
I really don't know. Both of the ones we own are for our granddaughter who are 7 and 5. As adults we all have sit in kayaks.
630420
Tessa. The answer is yes. The paddle can be connected and used as a single paddle, if you wish. Great purchase. Enjoy.
51464
I am 5' 4" and have a SUP that weighs 22 lbs. I am able to balance the SUP on my head, tilt one end higher and rest it on the rack while I walk backwards to get the rest of the board on the rack. I don't know if I would be able to do that with a board that weighs twice as much but you may be stronger and taller than I am. I prefer to load our two boards when the two of us can help with the process. It is possible alone.
1207537
I thought the same and I even bought a board for my older son! And when it arrived I was extremely happy he sits on the footrest,because the twins feet are still too short to reach there. We never use the board,my four years old sits happily in the front! :) (not for jogging,just when walking around:) Safety first! )
1613475
Yes,it's a nice solid board and is not to long like the older kids have.My 9 year old grandaughter loves hers.
709253
This is a great board for the price. However, I would recommend that she start on a larger board. It's much easier for first-timers to learn on larger boards. My 7 and 10 year old had fun trying to get on it, but I quickly realized it was too small for a beginner,
2000666
No, This kayak is best for young children, my 10 year old nephew oversized this at 100 lbs and less than 5'. I suggest you look for something larger, and if possible go to a store and size yourself for comfort before purchasing.
2000668
Probably not unless you like a seat while kayaking. If you are over 100 lbs water WILL come over the back of kayak and into the seat area. This is great for light weight children.
1529502
Hey. So my sister and I have done tandem on this board. Together we weighed about 330 and it was hard to use the board(the balancing part was super hard). The board sunk deep in he water but it did not flow over the top of the board. I suggest getting a taller board closer to 12 feet that can handle more weight.
2218893
If a parent is "helping" the child, then you could do this with a kid who is maybe 5. I have found this to be a fantastic product for 10 or 11 year old boys, who will hang out in my backyard playing with this for hours. It flies higher than my house - and my son and his friends have worked out how to maximize the amount of height relative to needed water. To me, they are the sweet spot for this product.
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Maybe. I am 195 lbs, but bought this for my 80 lb daughter. On her first day riding it, I did an Ollie to show off a little bit, and broke it from the rear truck back (the pointy end). Glue works wonders and we both still ride it, but I can feel it flex beneath me. If you're just cruising, it should be OK with some judicious foot placement. I bought some spruce and am making my own board, just in case. I hope this helps.