AQUAGLIDEDeschutes 145 Inflatable Kayak, 2 Person

I have several other high end inflatables, more expensive than this one. I got this for a small, quick setup, but mostly for lightweight.It handles well, is stable and I can handle it super easily by myself. Great quality, all the d-rings, tie downs, and other whistles and bells that you would expect from Aquaglide. I am extremely pleased. I think several of my other paddling group members might end up with one of these.My only complaint is the footrest, which is fixed to the floor. It was about 3" too far away for me. I easily popped it off and bought an 18" foam roller for a removable footrest. It also makes refolding easier, I can fold it down smaller without the footrest.UPDATE: Since I bought mine in early 2021, thirteen other members of my paddling group have purchased this same kayak. They all love it. A really fine little inflatable kayak.Love it.

I have been using the Challenger Intex inflatable kayak for years and years because it was cheap and easy. After recently using a friend's Tributary Strike inflatable kayak, I realized what I have been missing out on. I couldn't find those rafts online, in-stock so I took a chance on this kayak.I LOVE it. It's super light (I'm 5'6" and about 125lbs) and super easy pack around. It's really easy to inflate. I have used it once for a long river float with some Class 1 rapids. I bought a bilge pump to expel any excess water that got in the raft as I navigated any stronger current or small rapids. The seat was more comfortable than the Tributary Strike raft and all around I thought this raft was functional, comfortable and all around a good fit for me and my activity level which is primarily paddling on Class A and Class 1 water. I hope this helps any readers on the fence.I have read reviews about the instructions for inflating the raft but I thought inflation was pretty self-explanatory and didn't have any issues with it. I will try and report back later on longevity....

I am a 62 year old woman, I really like that I can carry my kayak in the bag myself, inflate and carry to the water. It’s very comfortable and easy to paddle. Has storage area for my dry bag etc. It is very good quality rubber, thick and substantial. It deflates very fast and folds up easily and goes back in carrying bag. I had a hard shell kayak that I couldn’t do on my own. This is perfect!

I've had a few inflatable kayaks and this is by far my favorite, the light weight is such a plus. It handles great in the water and the set up and down is so easy. It's gonna be a fun summer with this kayak!

I’ve owned this kayak for a few weeks and have taken it out several times. I’ve used it at several beach’s/bays (salt water) in Southern California. It’s light weight, takes only minutes to setup (w/electric pump), and also dries quickly. I’m 5’11, 225 lbs and I’ve never felt like it was going to tip over or sink. The kayak feels solid and offers plenty of room with the open design. The seat is comfortable. Tracking is okay, not the best. The boat does sway quite a bit in the front for the first few paddles, but after several paddles the tracking greatly improves. I usually put my cooler bag in the front to give it some weight to help with tracking. It’s nimble and glides on the water. I’ve paddle in windy and choppy conditions and the kayak handled great. I was initially concerned with not having a drop stitch floor, but once you’re on the water the floor feels solid. The boat will drift quite a bit in windy conditions. The kayak can be a pain to put back in it’s bag. All in all I’m happy with this kayak and it serves my needs perfectly.

Very light and easy to inflate, this canoe is also stable and easy to steer. Very good for the occasional user. The bag makes it easy to reach launching points quite far away frô the car.

I dont know how long it is going to last but so far I am happy with it

First the good news. We were looking for lightweight but sturdy kayaks that are easy to carry and easy to enter & exit. This kayak checks all the boxes! Comfortable adjustable seat is a bonus. They’re easy to maneuver and carry! My wife just turned 80 and she’s carrying her own kayak down to the water! Now for the only flaw: there is a design flaw in either the inflation valves or the adapter supplied with the kayak. It took me a long time to figure out that the spring in the valve was not being released using the adapter. If the spring is not released, no amount of pumping will get air into the chambers. I folded a piece of masking tape to attach to the little crossbar inside the adapter. It took a couple of tries to get the size right and the sticky side out so it attaches and stays. Once I made that modification, it inflated easily but I wonder how many others just give up.

Like, portable and light, good glideDislike, floor too soft. Seat position too low and cushion not comfortable