Is this a good product for kayaking?
848772
I am not exactly sure what specifically would make it good for kayaking but I use it when I am Stand Up Paddle Board racing. The only issue you might have with it is there is no cross piece that holds the two shoulder straps together so if you are doing some really rough kayaking, it might not stay secure on your shoulders, but if you are just paddling around, it would be fine.
848773
Depends how long you're going out for. Mine lasts about an hour and a half.
514434
Yes. Enough space for a small cooler or a pair of shoes. And yes. It does have good balance and level built for fishing and tough manouvers too. However: since is inflatable item, you have to be careful when manipulating fishing hooks or sharp objects close to the kayak's body.
509297
Slightly, but nothing to write home about. If you are closer to the upper weight limit (I think 130ish), you will get wetter. It is enough to discourage kayaking when the water temperature drops, though. We only use them in summer and early fall.
94809
I bought mine last fall and have not used them. I will next week for a 60# plastic sea kayak. I have checked it out and feel that's its well made and should be able to handle about anything you can fit on them
1114954
It's easily strong enough to hold a couple kayaks. Just tie them down. You'll be fine.
1152677
I used it with a kayak. For the price I think you could try it. You could ask to be able to return it if it doesn't work
1821359
Yes it does. Kayak works well for touring. It is not very fast, so don't try to race anyone with it!
524917
I began with an open kayak for fishing. Start with a comfortable life vest. Try a few on at a boating supply store and be sure it feels ok when you sit and when you rotate your arms. Next is a kayak paddle. Check the ratings for quality and get the kind that has drip rings. Kayaks are very light and don't sit deep in the water. Choose a calm day or you'll get blown around. They are quite "tipsy" so choose shallow water until you are confident with your balance and paddling abilities. Hope this helps.
1961877
I purchased the kayak so that it would be easy to store and easy to take to a site. The kayak seemed sturdy but, there was a hole within minutes and the kayak deflated quickly. If you are planning on using it on a lake and you swim-then, I think it would be ok. But, using it anywhere that has barnacles or rough edges-definitely not recommended.
2170303
I transport my kayak on it and it works great. I'd put my board in a bag just to keep debris from getting on it but I'm sure it would be fine either way as long as you secure it tightly
2028008
Yeah, you probably don't want to put it directly under the water though. I took it kayaking and it got splashed a few times and still worked fine.
2636
I don't think so. I really think this is best suited for a kayak. That happens to be what i use if for. It may depend on how flat the bottom of your canoe is.
456717
Hi Molly - we've used ours in brackish water (head of the river - partly salty) and the kayak material is SUPER sturdy. If your question is less about the material holding up in salt water and more about being able to control the kayak in open seas, I can say that it is a very stable kayak (we kayak with our little dog - no problems and no rocking) but it is not as fast as a hard-sided kayak. That being said, we've never had a problem navigating in fast moving water over rocks and tree trunks. We've use the kayak hard and bought a second one based on being happy with its performance and wanting to kayak with our kids. Hope this helps! PS Definitely get the package with the upgraded seats (they inflate and are really comfortable - well worth the price!).
747100
I'm not sure. I bought it for my surfboards. They are 9 feet and 8 feet. The straps are pretty wide. I imagine it would be fine but I'm not an expert on the kayak situation.
1398621
Maybe not, I bought one for my Hobie Kayak, however where I use my Kayak it has large rocks on the bottom it was stuck one day and I never thought it was going to come loose. I never used it again in that lake. If you have a mud or sandy bottom and nothing for the anchor to grab on to then it would be good. I use a Mushroom Anchor on that lake. It is a very compact anchor and it has a bag with the anchor the prongs fold up and against the shaft of the anchor.
1284925
I started out using them, but then figured out I could get by without them. I think it really depends on the size of your kayak. Mine is only 10ft long, so it doesn't catch much wind.
524919
If the question is specifically about the Old Town Vapor 10 I'd say I'm happy with my purchase. You don't need a lot of help if you want a good, reasonably priced kayak that is good on lakes. I'm over 6 foot and it is comfortable for me but I sometimes put in an extra seat cushion. It comes with an anchor so all you need is a paddle and life vest. The only change I would make to it would be extra rod holders aft of the seating area instead of behind.