The process of shopping was a little nuts, but the kayak arrived safe and sound. No Box, just a heavy plastic bag. It is made well, and stable. The paddle is two-part and fits together, it's adjustable. This is the EXACT same kayak sold at other sporting good stores for $149.00. Can't beat Walmart's $109!! Remember to get the life jacket and the whistle too!

My kids are 6-11 and played on friends’ kayaks (same ones). They only have blue, so I was thrilled to see there are more colors available online. Hoping the green one comes in stock in time for Christmas or I’ll have to order elsewhere and pay $30 more.... Good to know they’re visible when they arrive. I’ll be watching closely to intercept the FedEx guy.

The kayak is very well made and I am happy with it. I was however very surprised that it was delivered to my front door in a clear plastic bag, which clearly showed what it was. I expected it to be in some kind of a container, and not out in plain view on my front door, where someone could have walked away with it before I found it. Also, I don't know why they call it a bonus paddle , because it came with one paddle only.

When my granddaughter picked this kayak out, we did not know that the blue one didn't have the arm rest as the yellow one did. We thought it should since all the kayaks were exactly the same and exactly the same price. My granddaughter and myself feel we should receive a backrest at no cost. Please reply and make my granddaughter happy. Thank you in advance.

I am a grandparent with two five year old grandchildren. I generally don't give reviews good or bad. However, after reading several hundred reviews on line, and appreciating your staff response. I felt compelled to add my experience after recently buying two of your yellow kayaks at our local Walmart store. We are a kayak family, and I've owned thee top of the line kayaks for over 35 years. I've noticed our Walmart selling for the very first time the Blue and Yellow Yaks. My immediate overall assessment was price & quality, and you passed the test. My observation indicated no back rest nor hooks provided for both yaks. Until reading the reviews, I was not aware that option or the kayaks being made available on line. The back rest was not a show stopper after reading the number of issues folks were having. What I felt could improve your product without an additional price markup are the following items. Add two kayak handles at the swim platform area for little hands to hold, and pull them selves out of the water. Add a kayak seat pad for comfort only. Add a metal tie off support rings at the front for attaching a safety line until they mastered the art or getting towed. Add a drip guard to the provided paddle as no one enjoys water running to the armpit. I purchased rubber gulf balls to use as scupper plugs at Walmart. However in doing so I realized your scupper holes were not standard size, and therefor worked the bottom side hole to fit. I live near the ocean, and between slow moving rivers, I expect the modifications will be useful at both locations. Thank You, for the joy this product brings our little people. I gave this four stars based on one or two simple recommendations listed above.

These kayaks are perfect for kids and smaller adults. They definitely won't support a larger adult FYI but the kids love them. They're light enough that I can grab one out of the water and carry it up to the car with one hand while holding the baby on my other hip. Easy to load. Great value.

Our 9 year old son saved up his money, bought this kayak and loves it. He has been to Elkhorn creek the las to weekends and has had a blast. It is very easy for him to manuever and handle. His 11 year sister liked his so much she bought one too. I would highly recommend this kayak for kids to start out with.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My six year old son saved his money and bought a kayak. He loves it so much! He spent 5 hours on the lake last weekend and is able to paddle everywhere independently. I would highly recommend this product! Now I need a paddle board so that I can keep up with him!

I am happy with the two Lifetime Wave Jr kayaks I purchased. This company makes nce products. I was disappointed to learn that these kayaks, except for the yellow model, do not come with seat backs. Reading earlier Walmart.com comments from Lifetime on this topic implied they would supply customers with seat backs who were under the impression that all models came with one.

It's the perfect size for my 8 year old daughter, our only issue is that it doesn't come with a backrest and the universal ones you can buy don't fit it. If you get one definitely look into getting a backrest for it because it gives them the stability they need to paddle.