Itiwit 100 2/3 Person Touring Inflatable Kayak in Orange - £199.99 + Free Click and Collect @ Decathlon

For anyone wondering, we've had one of these for 5 or 6 years now. So far so good, no leaks, no tears, etc. Been all over Scotland with it, big lochs and small, rough and calm waters. Bad weather and good.

It is really stable and you would struggle to capsize it (we tried), or come out of it by accident. The sides are substantial and you will find that a longer paddle is better for that reason, but this is also what gives it its stability. Read the reviews on the Decathlon site, there is lots of information there about it.

We usually use it with two ~80kg adults and a 10kg dog. There is lots of room for two adults and a dog and bits and pieces, rucksacks, etc. We have also had an extra adult, approx 65kg with us, but I would say this was a squeeze and made the kayak heavier to handle (two people paddling).

Otherwise, it is very manoeuvrable, very stable and lots of fun. Not just for paddling about either, we've probably paddled well over 15km out on a loch on a single day. We can spend whole days out on it, sunbathing, relaxing, exploring, eating, etc etc, and been out probably >25 times now; no repairs as yet.

Other info: Takes about 10-15 minutes to set up from scratch using manual pump. There's a little USB rechargeable electric pump you can buy off eBay/Amazon which was £16 when I bought it. This holds enough charge to blow it up once, then top off to correct pressure manually. Better than the ridiculously priced electric Decathlon option. We regularly 'beach' it when bringing it in, no problems with tears. We are always careful not to over-pressurise it. Needs a quick check before using it on a second day just to top up air. Have never needed to top up over just one day, no matter how many hours' use. We bought 215cm oars first because that was all Decathlon had in the shop, but have since bought the more expensive adjustable 230?cm ones - longer is better. You can get drip guards - little rubber things that go around the ends of the paddle, only about a fiver and stop a lot of back splash if you are planning some serious paddling. We found dry bags unnecessary. You can tuck a rucksack in at the back of the boat where it stays dry

I don't know, give it a try. We got hooked and have had endless hours of fun.

Final word: GET LIFE JACKETS! I don't hesitate to recommend this kayak, but don't take any chances. And another little gem: the weather can change within minutes, literally, on any loch.

For the person who asked about the sea, the closest we've been to that is paddling out around Isle Martin (Ullapool). Kayak handled it perfectly well, but it was an eye-opener for me feeling the swell of the current beneath the boat as we turned towards shore. It makes you realise just how powerful oceans must be. Otherwise, we've been out on Loch Awe, Lubnaig, Tay and many others. Plenty of currents, waves, and hard paddling in one direction, but nothing has felt quite like that 'ocean swell'. I don't think this kayak would 'cut' through the wind and water the way a traditional low profile plastic canoe might if that is necessary for sea kayaking. Its comparatively high sides make it far less aerodynamic, but again, that is what gives it its stability. Handling vs safety and comfort. So I don't know if it is good for the sea, I only know it has been good for us even on some stormy lochs. And even better for lazy days in the sunshine.

Is this much/any better than intex explorer/challenger?

Do you think you could squeeze 4 on here if under the weight limit? So 1 adult 3 kids, one of the kids can sit in-between my knees (4 year old)

I got one of these too, had it about 4 years now. It's okay but not very good for the sea as it doesn't cut through the water well. Also its heavy, especially once you factor the oars and pump. Mines been in the attic for 2 years now as I got a SUP with a seat, which is much lighter and easier to take around solo.

Is it good for sea please?

A few more tips. Never paddle further out than you can safely swim back to shore. Budget for a decent PFD jacket with crotch straps, a paddle leash and a waterproof phone pouch case. They can all be life savers. (edited)

Great starter kayak, would definitely recommend over the likes of the Intex deals that pop up. Bear in mind need to buy paddle/pump separately

How easy is it to inflate one of these from a car at the beach. Or at a lake with no electricity to pump it up?

Just looking and there seems to he a huge jump in price for 4 person kayaks? We have two children and it’d be nice to go out the four of us, but I’m wondering if starting with one of these and going out just the 2 or 3 of us is the best option to start with (have never kayaked before other than organised things on holiday)

Out of curiosity, do these have an ankle leash to the Kayak?

In case of falling out and it being drifted away quicker you can swim to it, much like a surfer board? (edited)

No dropstitch floor? Not worth

I appreciate this kayak is a better quality/build I'm sure, however how does it compare to something like this, which includes 3 paddles and a pump for £190:

Tahiti Plus 3 person Inflatable kayak kit with 3 Paddles and Pump - Blue / Red

For info, this would be very occasional usage with 1 adult, 2 kids not paddling very far - so don't necessarily need top quality

Why not buying from lidl. It’s good

Can you fit an outboard engine ?

Would this be good for use on the sea or are there better 1 or 2 person kayaks for that ?

This was already posted fyi, more info in those comments

Keen to replacement my £69.99 P-Pure Kayak I picked up from the Range but tempted to go for one of the drop stitch X100's from decathlon for that extra speed, durability etc etc.

That extra hundred though has me going round in circles.

Thanks for the reminder.

Can anyone recommend an electric pump for this? (edited)