Fun and easy to carry. Although most of the time I paddle a hard shell kayak, I love taking beginners out in inflatable kayaks before I make them worry about rolling and other technical nonsense. I learned river running first in an IK and then later switched to a solid boat. More so than other inflatables, the bandit's lower profile lends it well to aggressive paddling. Tie on a few drybags and you've got an overnight trip for two all floating on less than thirty pounds of boat. Once at camp you can flip it over on the beach to make a waterslide, although that might violate the warranty. My girlfriend loved this thing. The same can't be said of the playboat I put her in next.
NRS Bandit II Tandem IK
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The NRS Bandit II Tandem Inflatable Kayak is light and durable with performance features that will get you down your local run comfortably. The Tandem can be paddled solo for multiday trips and big water. Enjoy the river with your closest friends.
Bandit II Tandem Kayak Features:
Urethane-coated nylon construction is super lightweight and abrasion resistant.
Slick outer finish helps you slide over rocks and glide through the current.
With an extended waterline and high rocker angles, this boat tracks like a champ without feeling sluggish.
11" tubes ensure stability and the 12'5" length provides excellent wave riding ability.
Self-bailing floor keeps the waves and splash from adding up in your boat
The inflatable thwart seats are attached with straps laced through the drain holes and can be placed anywhere you need them.
Trouble-free Leafieldâ„¢ C7 Valves ensure easy inflation/deflation of the tubes, thwarts and floor, and the Leafield A6 Pressure Relief Valve protects the floor.
Add NRS Inflatable Kayak Thigh Straps and Bandit Kayak Foot Braces for even greater control and performance on the water.