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Kayaks

326 kayaks from Lifetime, Old Town, Pelican and more. Most cost $310 to $1,960, and half cost less than $900.

Kayaks by use

Each use has a written rule on its page, built from listed specs. A kayak can match several uses.

Recommended kayaks

ZMellifluent

1 person

+Single seat for one paddler
+Inflatable design for easy transport and storage
+Includes a hand pump, paddle and storage bag
−PVC construction listed for this model
$288.37
as of 11/04/2026 09:37 PST - Details
Perun Outdoors

1 person, Under 10 ft

+Inflatable design packs down for storage and transport
+Includes foot air pump for quick setup
+Comes with a carry bag
−Single seat limits use to one paddler
$628.02
as of 11/04/2026 00:38 PST - Details
Perun Outdoors

1 person, Under 10 ft

+Inflatable design packs down for storage and transport
+Includes foot air pump for quick setup
+Comes with a carry bag
−Single seat limits use to one paddler
$600.61
as of 11/04/2026 00:38 PST - Details
Bestway

2 persons

+Seats two people for tandem paddling
+Inflatable design for compact storage
+Includes two aluminum paddles and a hand pump
−Less room than three-seat kayaks
No price recorded yet.
Pssopp
+Inflatable design stores in a small space
+Seats two paddlers in one boat
+Double valve for inflation
−Inflatable hull needs time to inflate and deflate
No price recorded yet.
Intex

1 person

+Seats one person
+Inflatable for easier transport and storage
+Includes an 86-inch aluminum oar
$109.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:37 PST - Details
Pelican

Sit-inside, 10 to 11.9 ft

+Sit-inside design for a sheltered seating position
+Length between 10 and 11.9 feet
+Built for recreational paddling
$504.92
as of 11/04/2026 00:37 PST - Details
Pelican

10 to 11.9 ft

+Lawnchair seat included for comfortable seating
+Length between 10 and 11.9 feet
+Built for fishing
$874.98
as of 11/04/2026 00:37 PST - Details
Perception

Sit-on-top

+Large rear storage compartment for carrying gear
+Tie-down points for securing the kayak to a vehicle
+Sized at 9.5 feet for compact transport
$847.92
as of 11/04/2026 00:37 PST - Details
Hhsjzwcy

1 person

+Single-seat design for solo paddling
+Inflatable design for easy transport and storage
+Suited to recreational paddling
No price recorded yet.
Lifetime

Sit-on-top

+Folds for storage and transport
+Two-piece modular design with SlideLock system
+Includes rod holders for fishing
$537.59
as of 11/03/2026 23:59 PST - Details
Wilderness Systems

Sit-inside, 12 to 13.9 ft

+Sit-inside design with a 12.2 ft length
+Recreational kayak for calm water paddling
+Phase 3 Air Pro comfort seating
$975.20
as of 11/04/2026 07:42 PST - Details
Perception

Sit-on-top, 10 to 11.9 ft

+Large rear storage compartment for carrying gear
+Tie-down points for securing the kayak to a vehicle
+Length of 11 feet 5 inches for longer tracking
$990.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:37 PST - Details
Gymax

2 persons, 12 to 13.9 ft

+Seats two people for shared paddling trips
+Length of 12 to 13.9 feet
+507 lb maximum load capacity
$309.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:18 PST - Details
Albott

Sit-on-top, Under 10 ft

+Fin drive system for hands-free propulsion
+Modular design splits into two pieces for transport
+Folding design for compact storage
$1,099.99
as of 11/04/2026 11:35 PST - Details
Bestway

Under 10 ft

+Inflatable design stores in a small space
+Set includes inflatable kayak components
+9 foot length for compact paddling
$129.99
as of 11/03/2026 23:33 PST - Details
Reel Yaks

Sit-on-top, 10 to 11.9 ft

+Fin drive pedal system for hands-free propulsion
+Length between 10 and 11.9 feet
+Fishing kayak designed for angling use
$1,399.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:51 PST - Details
Sea Eagle

2 persons

+Seats two people for tandem paddling
+Inflatable design packs down for easy storage
+Pro package includes carbon fiber paddles
$1,199.00
as of 11/04/2026 02:36 PST - Details
Pelican

Sit-on-top, 10 to 11.9 ft

+Length of 10 to 11.9 ft suits recreational paddling
+Lightweight construction for easier handling
+Adjustable Ergoform seating for comfort adjustment
$509.04
as of 11/04/2026 00:37 PST - Details
Reel Yaks

Sit-on-top, Under 10 ft

+Fin drive pedal system for hands-free propulsion
+Under 10 feet, a compact length
+Fishing kayak designed for angling use
$1,098.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:51 PST - Details
Pelican

Sit-on-top, Under 10 ft

+Under 10 feet long for a compact footprint
+Ram-X lightweight patented material
+Built for recreational paddling
$333.51
as of 11/04/2026 00:37 PST - Details
Oru Kayak
+Folds for easier transport and storage
+Lightweight design for a foldable kayak
+Suited to lake and river paddling
$559.20
as of 11/04/2026 00:34 PST - Details
Goplus

2 persons

+Seats two people for shared paddling trips
+Inflatable design makes storage and transport simpler
+Touring design suits longer paddles on calm water
$294.49
as of 11/03/2026 23:14 PST - Details
Pelican

Sit-on-top, 10 to 11.9 ft

+Ergocast dual position seating system
+Length between 10 and 11.9 feet
+Built for fishing
$710.85
as of 11/04/2026 00:37 PST - Details
Pelican

Sit-on-top, 10 to 11.9 ft

+HyDryve II pedal system for hands-free propulsion
+Length between 10 and 11.9 feet
+Built for fishing
$1,255.40
as of 11/04/2026 00:37 PST - Details
Wilderness Systems

Sit-inside, 2 persons, 12 to 13.9 ft

+Tandem design seats two persons
+Sit-inside design with a 13 ft 6 in length
+Recreational kayak for calm water paddling
$1,399.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:42 PST - Details
BKC

12 to 13.9 ft

+Built-in trolling motor for motorized propulsion
+550 lb capacity for heavier loads
+Rudder steering helps with directional control
$1,727.00
as of 11/04/2026 13:38 PST - Details

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