Just took this baby out on its maiden voyage and had a great experience! The Tahoma Pro is a solid and stable kayak that tracks very nicely. Being a larger 10' kayak I appreciate the two handles on the sides which makes it much easier to carry when doing it by myself. I have some Hydros and Daylite 8' kayaks so some of this review will be in comparison to those. The Tahoma Pro does ride higher in the water, (is more buoyant) which makes sense comparing it to my other 8' 250lbs capacity kayaks. This buoyancy meant less potential for water (splashing or boat wakes) to lap into the kayak, making for a dryer experience. Plus the seat can be slightly elevated off the kayak (using the seat straps shown in the picture) keeping you dry on flat water. I didn't find any instructions about the seat and initially thought the seat straps went over your lap like a seat belt. But I now realize they go under the side bars to elevate the seat. #facepalm I liked the comfort of this larger seat. It is a comfortable fabric, where my other kayaks you're just sitting on the kayak and the backrest is also hard plastic without any padding. My wife however didn't like how her legs would hit the side bars, and prevented her from dipping her legs into the water. Yet the width of the kayak alone doesn't really allow for dipping your legs in the water. Guess my only complaint would be that online it doesn't say which paddle any kayak comes with. And I'd expect this larger 10' Pro kayak to come with the nicer elite curved paddle, but instead it came with the basic flat paddle. And maybe it's just perception, the flat paddle handled just fine. But what I did miss and immediately noticed was the absence of the drip rings. Got dripped on most the the time while paddling. So regardless of which paddle a kayak comes with, I'd hope Lifetime would include the drip rings especially with the larger/more expensive kayaks. I like the bungie cords to hold things down, but wish they all had the anchor hooks and not penetrate the hull shell. Once the bungie cords age, I'm not sure how to replace them when they penetrate the kayak. (See pictures). Just would prefer the anchor hooks making it more usable or customizable. Lastly, my method of transportation is my vehicle's roof rack. I use ratchet straps, and go up through a couple drain holes that line up with the cross bars for added support and security. And turned it upside down for a flat surface resting on the roof rack cross bars. Overall we had a great time and the Tahoma Pro handled great! This is a very nice kayak for any water adventures!

I just got my Tahoma Pro kayak. It shipped very quickly and was pretty much ready to take on the water. The tracking in the water is great and very consistent. Its super stable I’m a big guy at 6’4 230 lbs so it’s not easy to find a kayak that works well for me to fish on. I took it out for the first time to a local pond to test it out and it happened to be a very windy day with some choppy water and the kayak held its own just fine. Storage hatch is very accessible. Seat is adjustable and comfortable. Highly recommend!

My husband and I are both very impressed with the Tahoma Pro Sit-On Top Kayak and this had everything we were looking for! We both tested it on the lake and were very pleased with its build and performance. The sit on top style kayaks are my favorite and makes getting in/out of them so much easier. I am 5'0'' with a petite frame and he is 5'9'' with an average frame and we're both comfortable in the kayak. Having a built-in adjustable seat and multiple footrest options made adventuring on the water an easy all-day activity! Neither of us had any difficulties paddling or maneuvering around. Even with a decent amount of wind, it was very stable and didn't tip. There's so much storage capabilities with this kayak too! You have a large center hatch to keep your belongings or a small/medium bluetooth speaker as well as bungee cords in the front and back as well as a water bottle slot! The Tahoma Pro Sit-On Top Kayak is perfectly designed for any build and body type!

I recently got the Lifetime Tahoma Pro and overall really satisfied with the quality, durability and comfortability. The overall design and color is slick, and I felt like I had great balance and control the whole time and never once felt like I was going to flip over. Some features that stood out were the durable side handles, which is something I’ve yet to have on a yak, the multiple footrest positions, and the central water bottle holder, because hydration is key! I also loved the central hatch unit that the Tahoma Pro offers, which will be perfect for storing my fishing and camping gear when I do a 3-day kayak/camping trip this summer. There’s even a plastic insert which allows easy access to essential items, like a cell phone, snacks, a flashlight, or a fishing tackle box. The Tahoma Pro came with Lifetime’s generic black paddle too. I typically favor one a little more stiff and curved, however it’s definitely innovative that this yak has a paddle keeper to use when I need to access some gear or my cooler in the rear tank well. For weighing 49 pounds, I was honestly surprised by it's speed once I gained some momentum. I’m looking forward to taking this one down some Class II rapids soon, especially since this kayak includes a cozy and adjustable seat, which was extremely comfortable during a long day on the water. Expect a similar experience as the Lifetime Tamarack with upgraded features, support and stability, minus the fishing pole holders and a cup holder. I’m ecstatic about the new rivers and lakes I’ll be using this on this year, and many future years to come. Thanks Lifetime for adding another great kayak to the group!

I absolutely love this kayak! I have owned sit-in kayaks from Lifetime and was really excited to try out this sit-on-top kayak. The first thing that stood out to me was the super comfortable seat. It's removable and fully adjustable so I was able to get it to the perfect angle, and the seat is so much more comfortable than any other kayak seat I've used in the past! There are multiple foot rests so it fits people of different heights, which is great because I often share this kayak with my taller husband. My favorite features (other than the seat!) were the water bottle holder and the hatch. They're both easily accessible and I was able to store snacks and a small layer in the hatch. I loved that the water bottle holder actually fit my water bottles and kept them from rolling all over! On my first voyage I was really impressed with the kayak. It wasn't too heavy to carry and I was able to set everything up quickly. The kayak does a great job in the water and I had a blast out there! After taking it on a short paddle, I went out the very next day and did a 20 mile paddle down some slow moving creeks and rivers. Despite being on the water for 8 hours, I was comfortable the entire time. I also had plenty of room to store my gear in dry bags. I'd highly recommend this kayak if you're looking for a comfortable kayak that has great storage space!

My husband and I tested this kayak out today and had a great lake paddle. Features I really appreciated include the very comfortable seat, which is easily adjustable while paddling; the storage area located very conveniently just in front of the seat for easy access, and the paddle keeper, which I used when I was taking pictures. The kayak tracks well and was easy to maneuver. I am 5'4" and found that the shortest foot peg fig me perfectly. Might be tough for someone shorter. My husband is an above the knee amputee and he was able to get in and out of the kayak comfortably and paddle well. My only real criticism is the paddle. It didn't feel heavy or substantial enough for me. The blades aren't curved to my liking, but I realize that is personal preference. I switched to another paddle and really enjoyed my ride. Overall, a great ride. Looking forward to more adventures.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've owned a sit-in lifetime lancer kayak previously and I wanted to try a sit-on-top this time. For starters I'm loving the cool tone color of the Tahoma and the adjustable seat is super comfortable. The seat was originally installed backwards for streamlined shipping so the only thing I had to do was unclip it, flip it around, and adjust the tension straps. The retaining clips for the seat snap easier when the seat is folded, so if they are giving a little resistance try it when the seat is in a different position. The biggest plus for me is the addition of the side handles and storage hatch. I can solo carry the kayak now on my side instead of needing to use extra equipment or ask another person. No trouble getting in and out of kayak; tracking was good, not overbearing to restrict maneuverability. I felt the wind pushing the lower profiled kayak less than my previous model the day I took it out to Lake Overholser. The last nice thing I enjoyed was the drainage holes for sit-on-tops. Didn't have to unplug and drain the water splashes of paddling. Shipping was quick and no damage was noticed, the kayak was bubble wrapped very well.

The kayak was perfect for a night ride to watch fireworks

Used it for the first time and it was what we expected. Very sturdy, good quality.

I bought a few weeks ago and had to go buy more.. Fun for the whole family