Hi, ive been using a k1 quickpack for years. Only using it on the rogue river in oregon. Its a similer, but way more open and splash version. I ordered the k5 and it is scheduled to be here today. Thankyou for this review. I havent seen any decent reviews of this guy, and was starting to get nervous about my purchase. Thankyou very much for making this video.
Hi, Dave. The first inflatable I used was a Innova Safari. Innova sold to Gumotex some years ago. The Safari wanted to spin around if you didn’t use the skeg, but was interesting to try on a few overnight paddle trips.
Actually Innova has always been owned by Gumotex. The name Innova was created for the N American market, but sadly no importer/distributor since leaving the US 3/4 years ago. The Innova Swing EX is a decent paddler if you find a used one.
Bought this Kayak and love it! Great for the handicap, don't have to lift it up on the roof of a vehicle. Takes some time to figure out how to pack it back up into the backpack. Would love a video to show how to pack it back up properly. Thank you!
The instructions tell you how to fold it back up. Both sides to center, then fold in half, and then fold the other way in folds that will fit into the bag. Just make sure it is very, very dry before you fold it back up and put it in the pack. I leave mine in the basement with a dehumidifier for days before I pack it back up. Pack-up instructions start on page 7: newellbrands.imgix.net/9e991f7f-99b0-3b41-9bf6-e8a32e21e195/9e991f7f-99b0-3b41-9bf6-e8a32e21e195.pdf
Hi I have a stearns spree one single person Kayak,😊 I have been using for 30 years or so they are brilliant but they are getting more difficult to find or get spares for so it would be interesting to see how this one compares to the stearns for long distances I use the advance elements expedition elite now that you can cover distance in no time at all and is very comfortable all that you would expect from a eleven hundred pound inflatable kayak,however with 9.to 10 chambers to blow up and it is very heavy for small trips I was thinking of the k5 instead of the stearns thank you for the review great job.
How tall are you? Like how well do you fit into the kayak because I’m around 6’2” and I got this kayak wanting to try it out hoping I fit into it comfortably 😂
You have to actually inflate the boat lol. Needs to be stiff and tight in the skirt.the floor isn't inflated obviously in you vid. You can inflate the bottom to form the v and rigidity.
If you pump out all the air using the 'deflate' feature on the pump, you might be able to compress it enough to fit in the bag. Dry it out thoroughly back home, though.
@@DaveTheKayaker fair enough Dave. It gives one an inexpensive option (light weight) to use for getting into alpine lakes on a budget vs a $1,000 pak kayak. Even for someone on a budget to use on occasion. Likely better than the Intex cheapies.
Thanks for the review, I’m going to give it a try!
Hi, ive been using a k1 quickpack for years. Only using it on the rogue river in oregon. Its a similer, but way more open and splash version. I ordered the k5 and it is scheduled to be here today. Thankyou for this review. I havent seen any decent reviews of this guy, and was starting to get nervous about my purchase. Thankyou very much for making this video.
Thank you for watching. I appreciate you.
Hi, Dave. The first inflatable I used was a Innova Safari. Innova sold to Gumotex some years ago. The Safari wanted to spin around if you didn’t use the skeg, but was interesting to try on a few overnight paddle trips.
One fancy folding kayak these days is the Trak 2.0 kayak.
Yup, I think going straight is an aspect very important to beginners that they don't even know to think about.
Actually Innova has always been owned by Gumotex. The name Innova was created for the N American market, but sadly no importer/distributor since leaving the US 3/4 years ago. The Innova Swing EX is a decent paddler if you find a used one.
First time using the K5, I had no trouble with it spinning. Glides on the water nicely.
Bought this Kayak and love it! Great for the handicap, don't have to lift it up on the roof of a vehicle. Takes some time to figure
out how to pack it back up into the backpack. Would love a video to show how to pack it back up
properly. Thank you!
The instructions tell you how to fold it back up. Both sides to center, then fold in half, and then fold the other way in folds that will fit into the bag. Just make sure it is very, very dry before you fold it back up and put it in the pack. I leave mine in the basement with a dehumidifier for days before I pack it back up. Pack-up instructions start on page 7:
newellbrands.imgix.net/9e991f7f-99b0-3b41-9bf6-e8a32e21e195/9e991f7f-99b0-3b41-9bf6-e8a32e21e195.pdf
Me too! Lol I can’t pack it correctly. I have a buckle with nothing to snap it into.
Thanks for the review! I don’t have a lot of space to keep a kayak so this looks like a good option.
Glad it was helpful!
Hi I have a stearns spree one single person Kayak,😊 I have been using for 30 years or so they are brilliant but they are getting more difficult to find or get spares for so it would be interesting to see how this one compares to the stearns for long distances I use the advance elements expedition elite now that you can cover distance in no time at all and is very comfortable all that you would expect from a eleven hundred pound inflatable kayak,however with 9.to 10 chambers to blow up and it is very heavy for small trips I was thinking of the k5 instead of the stearns thank you for the review great job.
Thanks and my pleasure!
Thanks for the review! I am thinking of getting it (I have sit on top kayak). It is on sale now on Big Lots of $99.
Just bought one on that same sale. Not the greatest boat in the world, but MORE than worth it at a hundred bucks. The pump isn't half bad, either.
Would you recommend this kayak to buy for basic lake and pond fishing.?
Yes I would. Just be careful with hooks and knives.
Have you taken it to the water ever again?
Yes. A few times. It is still holding up well. ua-cam.com/video/i9ilEeornSE/v-deo.htmlsi=Z0UoEpdWGA9TPWPq
@@DaveTheKayaker, thank you - including for the link!
How tall are you? Like how well do you fit into the kayak because I’m around 6’2” and I got this kayak wanting to try it out hoping I fit into it comfortably 😂
I'm 6'1" and I feel like it could accommodate somebody even slightly longer.
@@DaveTheKayaker thanks that’s great to hear!
If you have a 48 inch waist does this boat accommodate larger people
How long did it take to pump up?
It only took about 5 minutes. It pumps up quickly.
What the max weight? I'm a bigger guy thinking about this product
You would have to check with the manufacturer on that.
Amazon says 400 pounds.
What is the material of the kayak like?
24 Gauge PVC Polyester
are the paddles that it came with any good? I suspect you didn't use it for a reason LOL.
The paddle is cheap junk.
Learned the hard way, stay out of rivers. Or leave your phone out of the kayak 😂
Or put it in a dry bag and tie it to the inside of the kayak.
Throw it in a zip lock
You have to actually inflate the boat lol. Needs to be stiff and tight in the skirt.the floor isn't inflated obviously in you vid. You can inflate the bottom to form the v and rigidity.
quikpak is a lie, havent been able to fold it back up and get it in the backpack.
It takes a couple times before it goes smoothly and you have to do it almost exactly as outlined in the instructions.
If you pump out all the air using the 'deflate' feature on the pump, you might be able to compress it enough to fit in the bag. Dry it out thoroughly back home, though.
Friends don't let friends use this kayak..save your money.
In general I agree because there are much better kayaks out there, but this does fit into a little niche in the market.
@@DaveTheKayaker fair enough Dave. It gives one an inexpensive option (light weight) to use for getting into alpine lakes on a budget vs a $1,000 pak kayak. Even for someone on a budget to use on occasion. Likely better than the Intex cheapies.
Your technique is weak.
I'll work on it for you.