10 Best Recreational Kayaks 2024
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Pelican Maxim 100X Sit-in Recreational Kayak Kayak 10-Foot Lightweight one – ⭐ Best Overall Recreational Kayak
KZA10P109-00 by Pelican
- Release date: 04/05/2019
- Color: Yellow
- Weight: 36 pounds
- Dimensions: 120 x 28 x 14 inches
- Warranty: limited lifetime warranty
- Lightweight and easy to carry with Front and Rear T-Handles for Easy Transport this Sit-In kayak has a maximum capacity of 275 lb. / 125 KG
- Includes a Storage hatch with bungee cord and a Storage Platform with a Mesh Deck Cover to store all your gear for your trip on the water
- The Shallow V Chine hull Design provides good stability and maneuverability while providing very good performance.Do not use chemical products or abrasives
- Includes a Cockpit Table with bottle holder, Molded Footrests for Comfort and Secure Foot Bracing and a drain plug preventing water infiltration
- The ERGOFORM Seating System includes a padded seat cushion and an adjustable padded backrest cushion providing better support
- Sport type: Outdoor Lifestyle
Pelican Recreational Sit-in Kayak
MDP10P100-00 by Pelican
- Release date: 02/24/2020
- Color: Cosmo; White
- Dimensions: 120 x 29 x 12.8 inches
- Warranty: LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
- Built using our Twin Arched Multi Chine Hull, these kayaks provide excellent stability and combined with our spacious cockpits, getting in-and-out of a kayak, has never been easier!
- With ergonomic carrying handles and at only 42 lb, you will be able to easily carry the ARGO 100XR to wherever you decide to go.
- The ARGO 100XR is made with our patented RAM-X PREMIUM material, an exceptionally durable high molecular weight polyethylene that contains a top layer of advanced resin, which provides more rigidity while still being conveniently lightweight.
- ERGOCOAST portable seating system, which allows you to remove your seat from the kayak to use anywhere else.
- Maximum capacity of 300 lb.
- Sport Type: Fishing
Pelican Sit-on-Top Kayak – 💲 Best Budget Recreational Kayak
MEF10P100-00 by Pelican
- Release date: 02/22/2020
- Color: EXO Neptune White
- Dimensions: 114 x 30 x 11 inches
- Warranty: LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
- Compact 9’6” kayak built for the recreational paddler looking for an easy-to-store kayak with reassuring stability and a comfortable seating system
- Comes with our new ExoShell 13L removable storage compartment.
- Made with our patented RAM-X material, an exceptionally durable triple-layer high molecular weight polyethylene, which creates a strong yet conveniently lightweight kayak that comes with a Limited Lifetime on both the deck and hull.
- Weighing only 42 lb. makes this kayak easy to carry and store. Maximum capacity of 275 lb.
- Our unique manufacturing process allows us to add additional flotation in the form of foam blocks between the deck and the hull. These foam blocks make the kayak more rigid and ensure paddler safety.
- Sport Type: Boating
Perception Joyride 10 | Sit Inside Kayak for Adults and
9331779178 by Perception Kayaks
- Release date: 09/01/2019
- Color: Dapper
- Dimensions: 120 x 29 x 15 inches
- Warranty: 5 year Limited Warranty
- Live it up and enjoy the ride in this lifestyle-inspired recreational kayak - Made in USA
- Comfortable, adjustable seat with thick, ventilated padding
- Adjustable footrests accommodate paddlers of multiple sizes
- Convenient drink holder to keep your favorite beverage within reach
- Patent-pending Selfie Slot lets paddlers stage electronics for viewing and capturing images
- Storage hatch with hinged lid and bulkhead for added boating safety
- Two solo Mount points allow you to add a variety of RAM mount accessories without drilling
- Water Types: lakes, ponds, slow-moving rivers, calm coastal & Open ocean
- Boat length: 10' – width: 29-1/2”
- Boat weight: 50 lbs. – Maximum capacity: 275 lbs.
Wilderness Systems Aspire 100 | Sit Inside Recreational Kayak |
9730315179 by Wilderness Systems
- Color: Breeze Blue
- Dimensions: 126 x 27.5 x 15 inches
- Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
- Designed for the paddler who prefers agility over brawn
- Sized perfectly to fit a female or small-framed paddler comfortably
- Named "best for beginners" By men's journal (4/13)
- Fully adjustable, ergonomic Phase 3 AirPro Seat - the most comfortable kayak seat out there
- Seat features mesh-covered honeycomb-vented 3D foam allowing for greater airflow to keep you cool
- Features a TruTrak Skeg with cockpit control to stay on course in current and wind
- Rear storage hatch keeps your gear safe & dry
- Easily replaceable skid plate lets you drag without fear of damage
- Boat length: 10'
- Boat weight: 44 lbs
Driftsun Teton 120 Hard Shell Recreational Tandem Kayak – 👑 Premium Pick
DS-TET-120 by Driftsun
- Color: Blue/White
- Recreational Kayak – 12’ Foot Two Person Tandem Kayak is Perfect for Fishing, Travel, or Family Recreation - 500 pound weight capacity can accommodate two paddlers + center seat for child or solo paddling
- Tough and Rugged Design – Hull is constructed from Single Piece Rotomolded UV Resistant High Density Polyethylene for Unmatched Strength and Durability
- Adventure Ready – 4 Flush Mount Capped Rod Holders and 2 Mounting Points for Scotty Accessories, Rear Tankwell Storage with Bungee, Dual Watertight Storage Hatches with Inserts and Built in Cup Holders
- Fully Outfitted – 4 Fixed Carry Handles for Easy Transportation, Two Paddle Park Holders to Secure Paddles when not in use, and Molded Center Cockpit Seat
- Package Includes – (2) Adjustable EVA padded seats w/ High Back Support, (2) Anodized Aluminum Performance Kayak Paddles with Ergonomic Grips and (8) Scupper Plugs for Self Bailing Ports
Wilderness Systems Pamlico 135 | Sit Inside Recreational Kayak |
9730355054 by Wilderness Systems
- Color: Mango
- Weight: 75 pounds
- Dimensions: 162 x 31 x 14 inches
- Warranty: Lifetime Warranty on Hull
- This best-selling tandem offers performance for pairs
- Converts with ease to solo use for a great day on the water
- Features a signature rounded hull that delivers swift acceleration, helping you paddle longer distances faster
- Phase 3 AirPro seats - fully adjustable, ergonomic seating with ventilated mesh to keep you cooler
- Thigh and knee padding for comfortable support and optimal boat control
- Large, padded foot rests for support and comfort; easy to adjust locking lever to accommodate paddlers of different heights
- Dry storage hatch in rear to keep your gear secure and dry
- Stern bulkhead foam adds extra buoyancy on the water; bulkheads are a safety feature often not found in less expensive kayaks
- Boat Length: 13' 6" | Cockpit Dimensions: 90" x 24" | Boat Weight: 72 lbs.
- Max Capacity: 500 lbs.
Pelican Sit-in Kayak
KFF10P300-00 by Pelican
- Release date: 02/22/2020
- Color: Fade Deep Blue/White
- Dimensions: 120 x 28 x 14 inches
- Warranty: LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
- Built using our Twin Arched Multi Chine Hull these kayaks provide excellent stability and combined with our spacious cockpits getting in-and-out of a kayak has never been easier!
- At only 36 lb the ARGO 100X is incredibly easy to transport
- The ARGO 100X also includes upgraded features geared to making your experience comfortable with inclusions like adjustable footrests an adjustable Ergoform padded backrest with seat cushion
- There is a front storage hatch with bungee cord and a rear tank well equipped with mesh deck cover as well as a cockpit table with bottle holder and convenient compartments
- To ensure you stay well hydrated there is a second bottle holder built-into the seat
- Sport Type: Boating
Wilderness Systems Pamlico 145 | Sit Inside Recreational Kayak |
9730455040 by Wilderness Systems
- Color: Red
- Weight: 77 pounds
- Dimensions: 174 x 31 x 16 inches
- Warranty: Lifetime Warranty on Hull
- Offers superb maneuverability and easy entry and exit
- Signature rounded hull that delivers swift acceleration
- Converts with ease to solo use for a great day on the water
- Phase 3 Airport seats - fully adjustable, ergonomic seating with ventilated mesh to keep you cooler
- Thigh and knee padding for comfortable support and optimal boat control
- Large, padded foot rests for support and comfort; easy to adjust locking lever to accommodate paddlers of different heights
- Dry storage hatch in rear to keep your gear secure and dry
- Dry storage hatch in rear to keep your gear secure and dry
- Boat weight: 73 lbs.
- Max Capacity: 550 lbs.
Wilderness Systems Pungo 105 | Sit Inside Recreational Kayak |
9731069142 by Wilderness Systems
- Release date: 05/01/2020
- Color: Galaxy
- Weight: 47 pounds
- Dimensions: 126 x 30 x 14 inches
- Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
- Great things come in a small package, with this easy-to-manage kayak
- Best-in-class speed makes the Pungo the easiest to paddle and most efficient kayak in its class
- The renowned hull offers reassuring stability without sacrificing performance
- Phase 3 Airpro seat is fully adjustable and offers ergonomic support for your lower back; the mesh covered honeycomb-vented foam allows for greater airflow to keep you cool
- Adjustable foot rests accommodate paddlers of different sizes and thigh pads provide a more comfortable fit
- Pungo dashboard offers a removable dry box, 2 cup holders, Slidetrax for accessories and a recess designed for the Wilderness Systems battery to keep electronics charged on the go
- Rear Orbit hatch with sealed bulkhead provides ample storage for your gear
- Boat length: 10' 6"
- Boat weight: 47 lbs.
- Boat weight: 47 lbs.
