Intex Excursion Pro Kayak, Professional Series Inflatable Fishing Kayak

The intex Explorer and the intex Excursion Pro were purchased at the same time. In my opinion, the Excursion Pro is worth $135 more than the Explorer. Instead of just using plastic, the Excursion is made from a much heavier material called a ruberized textile. It's not a matter of choosing between the two kayaks because they both paddle well and both will suit When it comes to long-term durability and the appearance of fit and finish, the Excursion just tops the competition. I've not owned a kayak before, but I've paddled several at this point and I've paddled hundreds of miles over water in a canoe before. boats track well, respond quickly to paddling and are easy to use. When using the Excursion Pro for fishing, be aware of one important factor to keep in mind. Both rod holders point inward. As a result, if you put a rod in each rod holder, they will actually Rod holders with this problem are basically unusable when fishing or even when transporting clothing or equipment. I added a few Scotty rod holders to solve the They work well with the accessory rail included with the kit by using a couple rail adapters. The paddle is also not my favorite, although this may just be because I've done so much paddling in the past. My next option will probably be to switch to a canoe paddle or maybe try a kayak paddle that is longer. Apart from that, everything else is going well. It's very easy to set up each kayak so that one or two people can sit in it. In spite of their inflatable nature, the seats are relatively comfortable. It is easy to set up the foot rests. Neither the pump nozzle nor the pressure gauge on the Explorer are locked into the valves (a feature that the Explorer lacks). Having the extra seat pad offered by the Excursion pro is a must in my opinion, so if Intex sells them to me I'd like to order one for the Explorer as well. In general, I am pleased with both of them. I would recommend getting the Excursion Pro over the Explorer if you can afford it. As a matter of fact, the excursion looks and feels like a much higher end kayak than the Explorer. In terms of handling and paddling, both kayaks are good, so if your budget is tight enough, they will both offer pleasant experiences Despite the handle box being padded, the battery fits in the top, leaving plenty of room for other items. A piece of aluminum stock and a few nuts and bolts were used to fix the transducer to the skeg. As a result, you now have a fishing machine.

Additionally, you need to get an anchor, or else you will soon wish you did.

Madalyn Greene

| Aug 24, 2020

I have no doubts about the product's quality (and am more confident than ever that I purchased the right product), following ColoradoWoodsman's excellent comparison. First of all, the package includes EVERYTHING you will need for a relaxing day at the beach except a life jacket. The kit is an excellent entry point for someone who wants to get into the hobby, and owners can easily upgrade as they go (more on that in a moment). I spent about 15 minutes all told setting up the device (reading the book, inflating and checking out) after it arrived in the box. It was all solid, and no problems occurred. The inflatable took only a few minutes to deflate, and everything (except the paddles) fits into the bag that is included. When we took it on the ocean today (specifically an area surrounded by mangroves, so no open ocean waves), the boat performed flawlessly. Those interested in my findings can find them here The weight of me and my daughter was 230 pounds each and 50 pounds respectively. I used the short skeg due to the shallow water. This boat was very stable and felt as solid as a plastic hulled boat (if not more). Although being rocked by a good wake did not cause any flex in the body (inflated according to specs and verified with the included gauge). Furthermore, the boat tracked very well, and it was capable of turning very quickly when needed (I suspect the short skeg was a contributing factor here). My paddle was strong enough to allow me to basically turn in place without ever running into something out of my control. The fact that I didn't feel like I had to exert a ton of energy paddling was also a plus. Although I did not feel like I was fighting the vessel when taking a break, the boat did not putter to a stop if we took a break. I am sure it did not cruise as long as a boat with a solid hull would. Our daughter and I brought some backpacks and ourselves, and we still had room for more cargo. As you can see, we still had room for more cargo. You can easily fit a dry bag behind the rear seat, as well as in front, and there is a flat area in front of the seat. Still, I had plenty of space even though I ran with a backpack between my legs. Likewise, the foot rests proved very useful, as they provided a lot of support for walking.

So, I will start off by pointing out some honest critiques for buyers to consider The inflatable seat looks a little cheaper than elegant models, but they got the job done just fine, and we could paddle for about three hours without discomfort. - - - Approximately three more trips can be accomplished with the carry-on bag included. I agree that the packaging is the weakest part of the package, and that it should be replaced first. The packaging holds everything, but it does not feel sturdy at all. - - - It is possible to use the paddles and I do not expect them to snap against me, but there is no way for them to be adjusted to fit arms of different sizes. As someone who is 5'6", I had no problem getting good strokes, but users who are bigger or smaller may want to make sure that the rods are a good fit. - - - As for seats, they are also a matter of personal choice. However, I will note that they are not proprietary and that you can easily upgrade them if necessary. I don't see any reason why you couldn't upgrade the seats, since they use the common yak system of the back supported by forward hooks. I was happy with them too, but since they are only inflatable in one size, different users may want to look for something else down the road. There are quite a few places where webbing or additional tie downs for gear are needed on the bow and stern. Around the ends of the anchor and ties, there are metal D rings that can be used for anchors, but none can be attached to the top that could be used to hold anything (like an anchor to be attached Thus, the only secure storage space remains in the footwell and aft of the aircraft The feature isn't available out of the box, but you're sure you can add it yourself. After all was said and done, it only took me about 20 minutes to tear down. This included rinsing it in fresh water after tearing it down. It is easy to pack up, and fits back into the bag quickly (just make sure to deflate it as much as possible to ensure there is enough room). I don't have a problem with that. Oh, I see). In terms of efficiency, I believe it will get a good following like some of its cheaper cousins if given a chance. Don't be afraid to spend a little more if this is within your price range. You will not regret it.

Scarlett Vaughan

| Jan 28, 2021