This Page includes reviews of the kayaks that we have owned or used over the years. Our kayak reviews cover the features of the kayaks in question and also cover their pros and cons and who we think the kayaks are most suited to.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Sandbanks Style has developed a reputation for producing inflatable kayaks that offer excellent value for money, but two of their most popular models – the Optimal and the Explorer – are aimed at slightly different paddlers. At first glance, both kayaks appear similar. They both use drop-stitch technology and both are designed to
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CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION The Sandbanks Style Explorer is a high-pressure, full drop-stitch inflatable kayak. Available in single, tandem and triple versions, the Explorer has become a popular choice amongst families, recreational paddlers, anglers, and anyone looking for a versatile inflatable capable of handling rivers, lakes, canals, and sheltered coastal waters. The Explorer kayak was provided
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CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION The Sandbanks Style Optimal Solo Kayak has built a strong reputation as one of the closest things to a hard-shell experience in an inflatable package. It promises stability, tracking, and decent speed due to the full drop stitch construction while remaining portable enough for everyday paddlers. In this review, I’ll break down
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This review is of the Itiwit X100 kayak, 2 or 3 person model. It evaluates the kayak and compares it with both the smaller 1 or 2 person model and also with other inflatable kayaks you may wish to consider.
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If you are interested in buying a full drop stitch inflatable kayak like the Sandbanks Optimal and want to know our views on them then read our review which covers:
• the set up, deflation and cleaning of the kayak
• the drop stitch construction of this type of kayak
• build quality
• How it performs on the water, AND
• the pros and cons of this type of full drop stitch kayak
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION The Story Division 1 kayak is a full drop stitch inflatable kayak sold by a company called Euroskateshop. It is a 3 panel drop stitch kayak and hence has essentially the same type of construction and hull shape as a number of other brands of such kayaks such as the Sea Eagle Razorlite,
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This is my review of the Itiwit X100 1-2 person inflatable kayak. Itiwit has since rebranded as Tribord and this kayak is almost the same as the Tribord 100 Comfort kayak.
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CONTENTS 1. Introduction The Aquatec ‘Ottowa’ kayak is a full drop stitch inflatable kayak supplied by a company called Networld Sports Ltd. Since it is constructed of drop stitch technology, it is very rugged and has the feel and performance similar to a SUP or hardshell kayak, yet it can be deflated and packed up
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