Tandem Kayak Buying Guide

KAYAK BUYING GUIDE

SIT-ON-TOP OR SIT-INSIDE?

Sit-on-Top: Sit on an open deck, more comfortable for taller or larger paddlers, room to stretch out, easy to get in and out of, great for angling.

Sit-Inside: Sit in a closed cockpit, keeps you warmer and drier, storage for gear in the hull, ideal for paddling longer distances in cooler water.

Recreational or Touring?

Recreational: Shorter, wider and more stable, easier to transport, large/spacious cockpits.Touring: Longer, narrower and faster, thigh and leg braces for better control when edging and turning, more storage options, added comfort for longer adventures.

Touring: Longer, narrower and faster, thigh and leg braces for better control when edging and turning, more storage options, added comfort for longer adventures.

What Propels You?

Pedal Kayaks: Just like riding a bike, pedal forward and reverse with the award-winning PDL Drive System, keeps your hands free for what matters—catching fish.

Paddle Kayaks: Whether fishing, touring or just looking for a traditional on-the-water experience, there is a paddle kayak for every type of adventurer.

What Type of Angler are You?

Performance: Designed from the ground-up for fishing, more comfortable and stable, added versatility for mounting accessories and electronics, include multiple propulsion options.

Recreational: The perfect balance of features and affordability, lightweight and easy to transport, designed with sit-inside cockpits to shelter you from the elements.