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Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Inflatable Kayak Pros & Cons

The Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame is one of the more popular solo inflatable kayaks on the market. If you are considering purchasing this model there are some pros and cons that you should be aware of first.

AdvancedFrame Pros

There is a reason this kayak is so popular, it offers a lot for a very affordable price tag. Some of the biggest pros are:

• it is very stable
• it is easy to paddle for any person of any age
• the enclosed cockpit offer protection from the elements as well as a ‘real’ kayak feel
• great manoeuvrability
• it is very compact
• at 36 pounds is still light enough to travel with anywhere
• offers easy entry and exit
• great looking design
• very affordably priced

AdvancedFrame Cons

Although the pros far out number the cons there are a few negatives to be aware of such as:

• water can easily get into the kayak cockpit so it is wise to carry a small water pump with you
• several people have mentioned that it can take a little longer to dry this kayak after use – just bring an extra towel to help get it done quickly
• although light enough to bring traveling, it does weigh more than many other solo inflatable kayaks
• quality is good, but it is not top of the line and only comes with a one year warranty
• the load capacity is fairly low and consequently this kayak may not work well for multi-day excursions where you will need to bring a lot of gear

In my opinion the negatives are not that bad and shouldn’t deter you from possibly choosing this model. It has a great design that looks very much like a rigid kayak. It paddles well and is best suited for lakes, slow rivers or bays and estuaries. The exact specifications of this kayak are:

• Length: 10′ 5″
• Width: 32″
• Weight 36 lbs.
• Load Capacity: 300 lbs.

If you are looking for a solo inflatable kayak the Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame is a great choice. It may not be absolutely perfect but it does give you a lot for the money and it will suit most recreational paddlers. With a little care this kayak will last a very long time and provide many hours of fun on the water.

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