Hydro-Force Surge Elite X2 Inflatable Two-Person Kayak - 12'8"

Fast and easy to set up. This set comes with everything you need to get going. The pump has a PSI gauge on it and the kayak has the PSI you need to inflate to, on each of the three parts you inflate. As you come close to the desired PSI, stop on the down stroke and allow the pump to get a good reading, so you don't over inflate it. Take down is simple, everything actually fits in the bag. I deflated the kayak, folded in half then folded in 18" or so sections and set sideways in the bag, so you can fit the oars, seats and pump beside it. I can't compare this to other inflatable kayaks, but compared to a regular kayak, it definitely feels more stable. It doesn't cut through the water the same way. A hard kayak, you feel like you are cutting through the water. With this one, you feel like you are on top of the water. Again, if you like a stable feeling, you will like this better. I am not a professional kayaker and neither are my kids, so we were able to keep up to each other very easily. This product does have some negatives. If you have two people in the kayak and you are the person in back, it seems harder and not as comfortable. It doesn't feel like you get the full back support, so you end up using more of your core muscles to stay sitting upright. I think this is because it's thinner towards the back and there is a little more flex. If you are a lighter person, this might not be an issue. If you are in it by yourself, the seat and backrest are comfortable and function. The fins can be a little hard to remove; be sure to rinse the kayak in water; i think the sand makes it hard to remove them when you are finished. You might need to gently tap them with a rubber mallet to remove them. I did notice, the more you work them in and out, the easier they are to install and remove. Last, the side walls are quite wide, which makes rowing a little more difficult. If you are short, it may be even more difficult because of the wider reach. You have a tendency to rub the sides of the kayak while paddling which as well can irritate your arms and makes you wonder if you are going to put a hole in it. Overall, great fun, easy to transport. I gave it four stars for the negatives. We also just bought it, so I can't comment on the longevity.