20 reviews for Intex 68307EP Explorer K2 Inflatable Kayak Set: Includes Deluxe 86in Aluminum Oars and High-Output Pump – SuperStrong PVC – Adjustable Seats with Backrest – 2-Person – 400lb Weight Capacity

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   Savannah Boutchine

   Rated 5 out of 5

   July 4, 2025

   Inflatable kayak

   I was very hesitant on buying this but i made the decision too because my coworker convinced me so. I will begin to say I am very impressed. Here are ...More

   I was very hesitant on buying this but i made the decision too because my coworker convinced me so. I will begin to say I am very impressed. Here are some factors rating this high.
   
   1. Blowing this up was very fast. After reading the reviews on time to put the kayak together took no more than 10 minutes. Deflating was very easy as well. I do not recommend using an electric pump. Stick to the hand pump because it is so much faster.
   
   2. Transporting these inflatable kayaks was very easy. My husband and I do not have racks for my car so these became very convenient. However I do wish it came withe a sturdy bag to store. The material of the bag it comes in is not so great.
   
   3. I live in TN and took my kayak on a 6 mile float down the Hiwassee River. I ran into rocks and brushes along the river and shockingly this kayak was very sturdy. My husband tipped over in his kayak and was still in great condition. So this was a huge plus for me!!!! 
   
   4. I bought two-2 person kayaks. I am 220lbs 5’’3 and I figure buying the 2 person kayak would be best. I was able to fit my cooler, dry bag and vest in the kayak. This kayak held my weight pretty well and I was impressed with it as well. The 2 person kayak has a max of 400lbs. 
   
   For the price I paid was not bad at all. You do get what you paid for…the oars was not so sturdy and you could tell it was cheap like quality. I rated this 5 stars simply because the kayaks can withstand the rocks and brushes. As well. As being able to transport these. We will definitely keep using them to go down the river. 

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   Amazon customer

   Rated 5 out of 5

   December 17, 2022

   I love my kayak!

   My bestie and I each ordered these kayaks last spring. We spent the summer on the lake day after day kayaking around. I love the convenience of being ...More

   My bestie and I each ordered these kayaks last spring. We spent the summer on the lake day after day kayaking around. I love the convenience of being able to inflate and deflate quickly. We have electric pumps, but the hand pump is honestly quicker and easier. The kayaks aren't super heavy, we were easily able to carry the kayak in it's carrying bag and then tossed our paddles and life jackets in the back of her SUV. In it's bag, I am able to fit it in the trunk of my small 4 door subcompact. At the end of a day on the lake, we were able to each grab an end and pack the kayaks onto shore. There are quick-release valves to remove the air so we pulled the valve and then slowly folded and layed on the kayak to squeeze out as much air as possible. We hung the kayaks up at the end of the season to make sure they were 100% dry and then just folded them back up and put in their bag for next summer! The only negative I can think of is that The seats move around a lot when buckled in. I am a heavy woman (5'6" 230 lbs) and just need more back support while I'm out on the water all day. I had a large cooler and put my back up to that and it helped, but I will definitely be on the lookout for a new option before next summer. These kayaks both came quickly and were priced well. She bought hers on Prime day for about 112.00, and I purchased mine a few weeks later not on sale for right under 150.00. Great deal, and quality product. The heavy duty PVC is very sturdy and I had no qualms pulling the kayak up on the cement boat ramp to dry out. Great product and will likely purchase again for my sister and mother!

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   springn1

   Rated 5 out of 5

   October 7, 2016

   Awsome kayak for the price

   Great product. I purchased toward the end of summer for $94. So the the price does fluctuate with the season. Took me about 20min in set up the 1st ti...More

   Great product. I purchased toward the end of summer for $94. So the the price does fluctuate with the season. Took me about 20min in set up the 1st time. About 15min for subsequent attempts. I've taken it out 3-4 times in the last 2 months. Collapses down small enough to fit in the trunk of a small car. The paddles work, but I felt were on the small side for me. This kayak is somewhat wide also. I ended up getting a 96inch paddle but i'm 5'10''. My 5 yr old daughter does ok with it. When I stretch out my legs, I have to tuck my feet to the sides of the front seat. The skin of the boat is reasonably strong. You'd have to scrape against some jagged metal or be hit head on by a hard pointy branch for this to puncture.
   
   For the boating itself, this craft is ok. It doesn't seem as smooth or can go as fast as a hard plastic boat. But that's fine considering it's $100-200 less. I even took it through some mild rapids (still choppy enough to splash me good) and it held up fine.
   The fin/skeg works fine and is easy to install but requires decent hand strength to remove (a good thing). It basically clicks in place and you have to push a tab down to remove it. I drilled a hole and put a fishing line through it in case the skeg falls off as suggested by others, but this is unnecessary. I even started heading away from shore once and the skeg, and only the skeg, hit an underwater boulder. I was going about 3mph when it hit and came to a dead stop, all 200+ lbs of the boat and people. The skeg edge was a little scratched but in place at the end. Maybe Intex updated the skeg after it 1st came out. I'm going to remove the fishing line before the next trip because it is unnecessary and gets seaweed,etc caught in it creating more drag.
   
   If you were to give me the choice (price not an issue) b/w a hard plastic boat and this, I'd pick the hard boat. That said, I'm very happy with this very inexpensive and easy to transport kayak.

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   Ink

   Rated 5 out of 5

   July 10, 2016

   Comfy, durable, fun

   Update, 3rd summer season, 2018Bumped to 5 stars.I still LOVE it. It’s maintained its durability, and I’ve had no problems with holes, leaks, or faili...More

   Update, 3rd summer season, 2018
   Bumped to 5 stars.
   I still LOVE it. It’s maintained its durability, and I’ve had no problems with holes, leaks, or failing valves-
   this is enjoying the kayak several times per week, with my dog on board. I use a cheap yoga mat on the floor of the boat for extra protection.
   *We both, me and my dog, always wear a life vest!
   I love the portability and ease of set up and take down. I did decide to buy a power pump that plugs into my car. This quickens the set up process, and is especially helpful with complete deflation. A note- the power pump has a safety feature that results in the sections not fillling up as much as I would like. So, I use the power pump, then top off with the manual one.
   I did seem to lose track of the skeg, however, but I was able to order a replacement directly from intexstore.com, and entered 11650 (the part #) into the search bar. It cost $3.40 plus shipping.
   If you’re on the fence about this, or are looking for intro equipment to try out kayaking without a huge financial commitment, I can not recommend this particular product enough. Go for it!
   
   Living in an area that abounds in natural recreation, I've been debating purchasing a kayak for years. I been on many different hard types via rentals over the years, but the investment in both a kayak, and some type of frame to transport it on my car were definitely prohibitive factors. After a lot of online research, I decided to give an inflatable a try. One of the key requirements was that it was durable enough to bring a dog. This definitely fits the bill. I've taken it out several times, now, and I have to say that I love it.
   
   Some of the pros:
   Easily transportable in any vehicle
   Easily set up- it takes me about 10-15 minutes, from vehicle to water
   Durable (I have brought 2 of my 3 dogs, nails trimmed)
   Roomy
   Very comfortable
   Moves well in the water
   The two dual valves are very reliable
   
   Some of the cons:
   Heavy (it's best to inflate in a location close to the water if possible)
   Not a one-person task for anyone with any physical limitations (I'm guessing)
   Paddle is a bit flimsy. I ordered a Day Tripper, which is much better
   Instructions are a bit lacking
   Pool-toy style of valves are difficult to manage
   Deflation can be tedious
   
   I chose the two-seater so that I could accommodate another person, or a dog. If you do go with this kayak, I recommend you set it up in your home first to get the hang of the inflation process, and make sure everything is in working order. The manual pump is quite easy to use, and it inflates the kayak quickly. I purchased a small motor pump, mostly for the deflation feature, as getting all of the air out can be challenging- especially the floor, which for some reason does not have the dual valve feature. There is a plug in the rear of the kayak which you should make sure is secure before getting in the water. The intention of this plug is to be able to drain any water from the kayak when done. This is not in the manual, and we found this out the hard way.
   If you intend to bring your dog, I recommend trimming and filing nails, and make sure he has a life jacket (I recommend Outward Hound). Also, I purchased an inexpensive yoga mat to put inside the kayak on the floor, just for extra protection, and to give more of a feel of stability under their paws.
   I'm very pleased with this purchase, and I'm looking forward to spending a lot of time exploring in it this summer.

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