{"id":1463,"date":"2021-07-28T10:50:54","date_gmt":"2021-07-28T10:50:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/?p=1463"},"modified":"2021-08-03T11:28:26","modified_gmt":"2021-08-03T11:28:26","slug":"advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/","title":{"rendered":"AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advanced_Elements_AdvancedFrame_Convertible_Inflatable_Kayak_Review\"><\/span>Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Review<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">What you will learn in this Article<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66181edbc9b3f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66181edbc9b3f\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#Advanced_Elements_AdvancedFrame_Convertible_Inflatable_Kayak_Review\" title=\"Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Review\">Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Review<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#Tracking\" title=\"Tracking\">Tracking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#Seating\" title=\"Seating\">Seating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#Packing_Storing\" title=\"Packing &amp; Storing\">Packing &amp; Storing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#AdvancedFrame_Convertible_Inflatable_Kayak_Features\" title=\"AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Features\">AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#Bottom_line_AdvancedFrame_Convertible_Inflatable_Kayak_Review\" title=\"Bottom line: AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Review\">Bottom line: AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Review<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#Pluses\" title=\"Pluses\">Pluses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#Minuses\" title=\"Minuses\">Minuses<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ADVANCED-ELEMENTS-AdvancedFrame-Convertible-Inflatable\/dp\/B01A8LD5TI?dchild=1&amp;keywords=advancedframe%2Bconvertible%2Bkayak&amp;qid=1627393346&amp;sr=8-2&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=li3&amp;tag=bestrecreations-20&amp;linkId=97cd978320badb278ac4540e16673a40&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_il\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B01A8LD5TI&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=bestrecreations-20&amp;language=en_US\" border=\"0\" alt=\"-\" title=\"\"><\/a>My wife had been wanting to go kayaking with me for a while now so I bought this kayak.\u00a0 Friend kayakers had told me that Inflatable kayaks are in general stable and this kayak just delivers on the mark.\u00a0 The kayak is pretty heavy &#8211; 56 lbs. The carrying case is like an oversize shopping bag &#8211; of course, zippered. The handles are not big enough to give you enough length to hang around your shoulders. You can put your arm in and put it on your shoulder, but it is not very comfortable.\u00a0 Setting it up was pretty straightforward. It takes about 10 minutes to fully set up.\u00a0 Surprisingly, the kayak barely requires 1-2 psi pressure when fully inflated, so the pump really pumps it up very quickly.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3idnUYj\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#E67A00;border-color:#b86200;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;line-height:20px;border-color:#eea24d;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;text-shadow:none;-moz-text-shadow:none;-webkit-text-shadow:none\"><i class=\"sui sui-star\" style=\"font-size:13px;color:#FFFFFF\"><\/i> Check It Out On Amazon<\/span><\/a>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tracking\"><\/span>Tracking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is a great looking kayak and tracks well.\u00a0 For an inflatable kayak,\u00a0 I was surprised to find it stayed straight, as least as straight as a regular kayak.\u00a0 Tracking means when that when you are paddling, how well does the kayak move in a straight line.\u00a0 The fact that the kayak has a welded keel at the bottom and a plastic welded spine at the bottom must be contributing to that as well. I tested the tracking in flat, calm water and it performed superb. When the broadside is facing wind, the kayak feels a teeny bit tippy. I have heard that this is more common with inflatable kayaks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-quote su-quote-style-default su-quote-has-cite\"><div class=\"su-quote-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">The reviews, reasonable price and portability sold me. And let me say, I am a single woman almost 50, and I was able to tote the bag from car to dock and be able to air up and hit the lake in kess than 15 minutes with my dog. I love this product, but will definitely invest in the drop stitch floor for extra stability and peace of mind.<span class=\"su-quote-cite\">Kayaker<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seating\"><\/span>Seating<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The seats attach to the kayak with two buckle straps and I tightened mine to make it near straight back sitting. After an hour or so, it was slightly uncomfortable. You might have to play with a few adjustments, aftermarket accessories if you want to go on a long trip. The rear seat touches the back ring of the kayak, so the person in the back seat is likely getting more support and is likely more comfortable.\u00a0 Any kayak, no matter whether hardshell or inflatable requires fiddling around with the seat to make it work best for you.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packing_Storing\"><\/span>Packing &amp; Storing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1467 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/kayakbag-300x172.jpg\" alt=\"-\" width=\"300\" height=\"172\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/kayakbag-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/kayakbag.jpg 425w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Note the way the kayak is folded when you first take it out of the carrying case. If you don&#8217;t, you might struggle quite a bit to put the kayak back in its case. For reference, this is how I fold it: The back side of the kayak folds a small fold, then the just folded portion is folded again over itself. Next, approach the kayak from the other edge. Fold the other edge on the main body. Now take the newly folded section and fold it over the rear side.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-quote su-quote-style-default su-quote-has-cite\"><div class=\"su-quote-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">I have taken this Kayak out 6 times already. I Love it! Takes me 6-8 minutes to fully setup. I&#8217;m able to fit my wife, son (3yrs old), and myself on this.<span class=\"su-quote-cite\">Kayaker<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<p>The fabric at the top, although nylon, is a woven nylon fabric which gives it great strength but also makes it retain some water.\u00a0 The fabric at the top and around the tubing will get wet.\u00a0 \u00a0If you want the ease of an inflatable, that&#8217;s the big downside as you&#8217;ll need to wait for it to dry.<\/p>\n<p>Setup and take down is relatively easy. Allow 30 minutes for each. Make sure it is dry before storing. The process takes some common sense in maintaining your investment. It will last many years if taken care of properly.\u00a0 \u00a0It&#8217;s likely no different than the maintenance you might need on a <a href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/most-popular-pontoon-boat-2021\/\">1 person pontoon boat<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Note:\u00a0<\/strong>The AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak appears to be designed for calmer water as there are no footrests.\u00a0 \u00a0It also does not come with paddles or pretty much anything else.<\/p>\n<p>I am a whitewater kayaker and previously only had tried whitewater kayaks. I went through the whole novice phase where trying to paddle just turns you around and around &#8211; not to mention, extremely frustrating. White water kayaks are meant to spin very easily because you want to be able to maneuver your kayak really quickly when you are in the rapids or among rocks or other hazards. Speed is much less of a concern with a white water kayak since, well, the water is already moving, so you don&#8217;t need to paddle very hard.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-quote su-quote-style-default su-quote-has-cite\"><div class=\"su-quote-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">This will work for the lake, but it wasn\u2019t as rigid as I\u2019d hoped. The different inflation points was easy to follow, although you need to factor in air loss between removing the nozzle and closing the valve. I wish there was some kind of foot support while in the single paddler setup. Haven\u2019t tried it with two persons yet, but my timid dog was confident to ride on the stern. Overall this will be used by the whole family for our light recreation needs.<span class=\"su-quote-cite\">Kayaker<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3idnUYj\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#E67A00;border-color:#b86200;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;line-height:20px;border-color:#eea24d;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;text-shadow:none;-moz-text-shadow:none;-webkit-text-shadow:none\"><i class=\"sui sui-star\" style=\"font-size:13px;color:#FFFFFF\"><\/i> Check It Out On Amazon<\/span><\/a>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AdvancedFrame_Convertible_Inflatable_Kayak_Features\"><\/span>AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"lyte-wrapper fourthree\" style=\"width:420px;max-width:100%;margin:5px;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_VhMFDdjrKhk\"><div id=\"lyte_VhMFDdjrKhk\" data-src=\"\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/VhMFDdjrKhk\/hqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/VhMFDdjrKhk\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/VhMFDdjrKhk\/0.jpg\" alt=\"-\" width=\"420\" height=\"295\" title=\"\"><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:420px;margin:5px;\"><\/div><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Built-in aluminum ribs define the bow and stern and improve tracking<\/li>\n<li>3 layers of material for extreme puncture resistance<\/li>\n<li>Preassembled at the factory. Simply unfold, inflate and attach the seats<\/li>\n<li>High support, adjustable padded seats provides comfort for hours of paddling<\/li>\n<li>3 seat locations allow for paddling solo or tandem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible kayak is a 15-ft kayak that can be paddled solo or tandem. It features 2, adjustable padded back supports for comfortable seating durable, double-coated fabric. A dry storage compartment and bungee deck lacing allow you to take along your gear.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3idnUYj\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#E67A00;border-color:#b86200;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;line-height:20px;border-color:#eea24d;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;text-shadow:none;-moz-text-shadow:none;-webkit-text-shadow:none\"><i class=\"sui sui-star\" style=\"font-size:13px;color:#FFFFFF\"><\/i> Check It Out On Amazon<\/span><\/a>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_line_AdvancedFrame_Convertible_Inflatable_Kayak_Review\"><\/span>Bottom line: AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Review<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1468 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/kayak-300x58.jpg\" alt=\"-\" width=\"300\" height=\"58\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/kayak-300x58.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/kayak.jpg 425w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So I have had this boat for a little over 2 years now and have had some great experiences. First of all, this is high-quality boat and is built really well. There is plenty of space for 2 people or even 1 person and two kids or dogs etc. It tracks really well and is a pleasure to paddle on the water.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pluses\"><\/span>Pluses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>great amount of space if your taking multiple people &#8211; not a problem to paddle alone but there may be better options<\/li>\n<li>design with outer shell seems perfect for durability &#8211; no problems at all to report<\/li>\n<li>paddles really well and tracks well<\/li>\n<li>setup is fairly easy &#8211; after the first time setup shouldn&#8217;t take more than 10-15 minutes<\/li>\n<li>storage is great as it fits into a large bag<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minuses\"><\/span>Minuses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>weight &#8211; even though fairly easy to store its pretty heavy to heft around<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0drying it out after use is the only reason I cannot give five stars. A certain amount of water gets into the kayak and based on the design its very difficult to dry out unless you remove the inner part and dry seperate &#8211; once you do this putting everything back together is definitely a pain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In conclusion I can highly recommend this boat but just be aware that even though setup is a breeze that drying out and preparing for storage is a bit of a project.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3idnUYj\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#E67A00;border-color:#b86200;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:6px 16px;font-size:13px;line-height:20px;border-color:#eea24d;border-radius:5px;-moz-border-radius:5px;-webkit-border-radius:5px;text-shadow:none;-moz-text-shadow:none;-webkit-text-shadow:none\"><i class=\"sui sui-star\" style=\"font-size:13px;color:#FFFFFF\"><\/i> Check It Out On Amazon<\/span><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak Review My wife had been wanting to go kayaking with me for a while &#8230; <\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more-container\"><a title=\"AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak\" class=\"read-more button\" href=\"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/advanced-elements-advancedframe-convertible-inflatable-kayak\/#more-1463\" aria-label=\"More on AdvancedFrame Convertible Inflatable Kayak\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1463"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1463"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1463\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1463"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1463"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestrecreations.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1463"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}