Inflatable Kayak questions
We are thinking of getting an inflatable kayak to take with us while traveling. We have a regular hard canoe, but aren't happy with the options to bring it with us (adding a rack to the top of the TV)...
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We have this model Advanced Elements 1007 and really like it.
I use a battery powered air mattress inflater to get most of the air in, and then have to use the more high powered manual pump to harden it up. I also have converted the wheels and frame from an old fertilizer spreader by removing the bucket and gears, and we tie the kayak onto that and with only a little weight on the bow, we pull it to the lake, then strap the carrying framework onto the back while we paddle.
So, yes, we like to dry it out. Our model comes apart into floor, tubes, and outer canvas. It does take some time to dry it out, but it's so fun to paddle about on nice days. We usually spread the parts over a picnic table or even a rope between trees, then re-assemble it before folding it up. If we stay for a few days it just slips underneath the rig on a 9 by 12 tarp diagonally.
I use a battery powered air mattress inflater to get most of the air in, and then have to use the more high powered manual pump to harden it up. I also have converted the wheels and frame from an old fertilizer spreader by removing the bucket and gears, and we tie the kayak onto that and with only a little weight on the bow, we pull it to the lake, then strap the carrying framework onto the back while we paddle.
So, yes, we like to dry it out. Our model comes apart into floor, tubes, and outer canvas. It does take some time to dry it out, but it's so fun to paddle about on nice days. We usually spread the parts over a picnic table or even a rope between trees, then re-assemble it before folding it up. If we stay for a few days it just slips underneath the rig on a 9 by 12 tarp diagonally.
