Is the bottom of the kayak strong for unexpected trees, rocks and stuff that might be under the water?..... just don't want it to pop or get stuck.
1475613
yes. it is good, tough material. that being said, I haven't done anything crazy like whitewater rafting with it, so I couldn't say if it could handle that, but if you want a nice, peaceful trip along a calm river, this works great (i've only ever used it in the Potomac in DC, and it was exactly what I wanted). hope this helps.
1475614
no i had fin fall off from sand bottom of lake would not buy this brand again
458884
This boat is hard to paddle and steer in a straight direction if you're going down a river. Takes a bit of coordination, but you can manage. Just don't expect to go far in a short amount of time. Inflatable kayaks or canoes are speedier, or just get someone to tug you behind their kayak or canoe!
1202571
I carry this Kayak under one arm from my cabin to the water, about 150 yards, while it is inflated. You should have no problem.
1655182
It's a hook ladder for a boat. Any dock I've been on ( thousands ) wouldn't accommodate this style of ladder. If you are getting in and out of a kayak .... That ladder best be fully anchored top and lower, or you going to get wet at the very least .... Hope that gets you in the right direction to solve your problem.
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may want to be careful of what river/creeks you might use it on. Small pebbles and smooth rocks aren't a problem, but if you continuously use it on a river/creek with jagged rocks, you'll end up tearing through the rubber. Plug you run a very high risk of losing the fin on the bottom. Better to use it on a lake without any chance of really rubbing it along the bottom - not really a river/creek kayak
1402468
Should be more than adequate. I have a hobie outback that is little over 12' and if any problem it is too big. It is not really moisture proof but keeps dirt and debris off. Moisture obviously not an issue for a kayak.
1152675
I have 67lb Kayak and it's perfect. Supports are vee and may not work well on flat bottom. I think 130lbs would be ok.
1168903
Hey Rich- what I'll do is rollover the canoe with the backend clear and simply set the carriage on the bottom upside down, then cinch it down, flip it over & ur ready to go. Its important to get the strap over something like a tie down or notch in the kayak so it doesn't slip off. I have mine balances well enough my kids can jump in it when I'm wheeling it to the beach. Happy canoeing!&#128513; Brad
1138739
If you put your camera in it and it falls overboard, it should be fine until you can fish it out. I was kayaking on a lake for 3 days and it was fine, although it was always secured and never in the water.
772256
i'm not an experienced enough with kayak's to take this into the ocean. if there were any waves i would have problems. maybe after a few months of using the kayak. if your experienced i would say yes.
1815373
It would definitely hold the kayak, the safety straps might not be long enough for the stern. Measure the circumference of the stern of the slayer for full safety.
1587322
Only at a steep angle, it will not sit flat on its bottom or on its side. Would not recommend for a kayak that wide.
1797382
I attach mine from the side of the kayak and paddle just slow enough that water does not flow over top. trolling at the same time makes it worth it. When I need to paddle faster I pull it inside the kayak first.
1115205
I use it kayaking. It gets, and stays, wet. No problem. I think it's a great devise.
1564358
Never had any trouble with it tipping over. Found it a really stable kayak, easy to get into anout of and very stable while paddling.
1539978
Like I said it handled 2 kayaks well. So 100lbs? Don't over tighten and I would recommend the taller ones for the jeep. I found myself wanting more room under.
427286
I take mine in the Gulf of Mexico to fish and no matter if the conditions are flat calm to 2 1/2ft seas with constantly shifting winds mild to gusty, in the marshes, skinny waters with oyster beds, muck and rock, I'm confident in the way this little vessel handles out there. Google Earth is a good tool to use before you go out, to find out the what the waters are like. Pay attention to the weather and use common sense in regards to conditions, your abilities and comfort zone. The kayak should get you there and back w/out incident.