

It is easy to turn this kayak as it is lightweight and can be moved around without too much effort. Also the skeg lacks a decent level of tracking when trying to maintain your kayak’s course. The bow of this kayak is rounded and can’t cut through waves or water with the same efficiency as a hard hull kayak. This has to do with the construction of the kayak and the material used in the kayak’s construction.

The Explorer K2 kayak has a good level of maneuverability given the nature of this inflatable kayak. Additionally, the stability of the Explorer K2 definitely comes into question when the water conditions are less than favorable.

The rigidity of the kayak is also a factor that comes into play when discussing stability and although the Explorer K2 has 3 air chambers, the kayak has a tendency to bend out of shape given the weight that each section takes on. It’s a good idea to make sure that you distribute the weight evenly across this kayak as it can be difficult to paddle and keep stable if the weight is distributed unevenly. We recommend that you inflate the kayak to just slightly above recommended in order to get the best buoyancy from this kayak. The Intex Explorer K2 Inflatable Tandem Kayak offers a suitable level of stability and a decent amount of buoyancy when out on the water. Skeg: The Explorer K2 skeg is a standard directional skeg compatible with the Intex inflatable kayaks.Even though it comes apart sometimes, it is a quick fix and can be working again in no time. Pump: The high-output pump is a rugged pump that allows you to quickly inflate the Explorer K2 kayak.They are of decent quality, easy to use and quickly assembled. Paddles: Two 86” aluminum oars that can each be broken down into 5 pieces are included in the package.Folding seats: Included in the Explorer K2 package are 2 folding seats that can be inflated and installed on the kayak.Carry bag: The carry bag is made of thin mesh material that is great for transporting all the included accessories as well as the deflated kayak.The Intex Explorer K2 kayak package includes a carry bag, 2 folding seats, 2 86” paddles, a high-output pump and a removable skeg. The main features that stand out are how lightweight and compact the design is and how easy the inflatable kayak is to assemble.Īll the accessories that are included in the package are meant to provide you with everything you need for an exceptional kayaking experience. Overall, the Intex Explorer K2 provides you with a great way to experience the water with friends and family while not having to worry about lugging around a massive kayak. The inflatable seats and backrests are not supportive and it will begin to get uncomfortable if you’re using them for too long. The removable skeg provides little in terms of tracking, however it does allow for a suitable level of directional stability while paddling. The bright yellow color makes it easy to spot in the water for both you and potential hazards such as boats. The Intex Explorer K2 is easy to use and fun for kayaking around lakes or any flat body of water. Having too much pressure in the chamber can damage the chamber or run the risk of blowing it whereas having too little pressure will provide a lack of buoyancy. You can use the indicated 10cm line to make sure that the Explorer kayak is adequately inflated, although we recommend you inflate slightly above the limit for maximum buoyancy.

To inflate the board make sure you follow the instructions by inflating each chamber numerically. The kayak can be inflated in less than 10 minutes using the high-output pump provided by Intex in this package. Featuring a 3 chamber design, this kayak offers a strong level of buoyancy and a suitable amount of stability for kayakers. The Intex Explorer K2 kayak is a 2 person inflatable kayak for use on flat water.
