does this boat loose air fast and is it reliable
512817
We only used it for a little bit but it didn't loose air and it was reliable enough for us to row out into the middle of a lake and back with an adult and 2 kids inside!
512818
I have only used it in calm, sheltered ocean water with no waves, only the tide. But it hasn't leaked or lost air yet and has no problem staying afloat with an adult and a teenager inside.
512819
Nope! It stayed fully inflated all summer, and never broke or sprung a leak no matter how many times peopke jumped into or out of it. However, don't leave it inflated and outside over the winter. My kids left it out and the ice and snow really did a job on it. I decided they wont get a new one this year.
1119183
I think it's as good as any kayak. I've used it in rapids and in relatively flat seas. If you can handle a kayak, this one will work for you. I assume your question relates to whether the boat might lose air during the trip out to the island. It never lost an ounce of pressure during any of our adventures, but if I were gonna paddle a couple miles out to an island, I would take the pump and a repair kit.
1033409
I bought another. Unit is more than durable 4 my use. I take into mountain lake above 9000'. Been in Gail winds that were 2 much & able to get 2 shore. Oars r long enough but have there limit in strong wind. Boat will last years and is very functional for play, fishing, & travel on calm water.
1251345
Olivia, it goes pretty fast. Faster than the others that have one motor, this, has two motors. It will kick up a small rooster tail, and if you do not watch carefully, can be driven out of the water onto the shore.
1033408
only had the boat this summer. took it out maybe 7 times. yes, the oars are long and stiff enough...for me. love this boat so far.
1996172
It's not worth the trouble or u time to go tru all that!! I ran my first boat over a coconut n broke the shaft so I just went m both another boat! Even if u replace it one Motor might be stronger then one so it won't run on a straight line!!
1135011
depends on riders size. Small kid approx. 75# off balance in cockpit but gets pretty good ride. Sometimes larger person sits astride center divider. Not sure of manufacturers warnings but doesn't seem anymore unsafe than a laydown unit ripping across surface. My boat not real fast but gives a good ride 2 kids. best feature is floor inflated giving bottoms a break and actually acts like a trampoline over some waves and gives them an unexpected 2nd bounce.
1684870
Ive installed it at the bottom, besides the outboard engine (I have an aluminium small boat used for fishing, with a 25 HP engine). It isnt very good at 30-25 mph and above because of the bubles.
521319
Not really. If you want a boat that is fast and has everything already on it, the Spartan by Traxx is the one to get. But it is about $600.00.00 but will do 50+ MPH.
2282408
I've got a Minn Kota 40lb. thrust on mine which has been adequate in an open water area so far. It might be nice to have a little more thrust but larger is heavier and uses more battery power. You really need to weigh out the positives and negatives and then apply that to the situations you will be boating in most of the time. There are other good answers here to help you with that.
1035196
I do not recommend this boat.... The first one we bought the battery caught on fire. The second one we got in exchange lasted maybe 5 minutes on the battery. The seller recommends charging and using the battery to build up but we just got annoyed. Sorry we sent the second back too.
406194
It is plenty fast for me! And you can also do upgrades to make it faster. It is waterproof, I was skeptical about driving it through water at first but now I do it all the time
1750011
It has only one speed.....about 8-9 MPH. Looks pretty cool going thru the water! Be sure to drain the boat completely and oil the shafts frequently. Even doing that, you are going to be lucky to get 8-12 uses out of the boat. Have fun !
2030009
It is 16.5, so far very happy with it all together, easu to wire up and 55 LB electric motor fits nice.Have not had it in the water yet, fits in my toyota pick very well, no trailer needed is a blast, i honestly think it is goingto be a great boat.
5662
I have not had any problems so far. We have had it on the boat several times already and so far so good.
967849
Air gauge won't work on these due to the twist valve. I just go by feel . You'll need to adjust depending on water temp and heat of sun. Its no problem though. I love my boat.very stable...quick set to set up and break down.. its awesone for floating the river. Although its not recommended in the instruction manual. I only recommend securing the seat because if it slides back while on the water its almost impossible to fix. And a non level boat is difficult to row. I promise you won't be disappointed.
1212687
This is a very stable boat. This boat, complimented with a PFD is a life saving combination.