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Intex Explorer K2 2-Person Inflatable Kayak $166.23 + Delivery ($0 with Prime) @ Amazon AU via US

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UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 12:56 amazon.com.au (6499 clicks)
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Looking for a way to paddle yourself away from any rabid anti-vaxxers or off to newfound freedom? Keen to see how many times you can cross the equator in a twenty four hour period? Or just continuing the hunt for Gilligan or that elusive golden rivet? Look no further, sailor - oar move onto the next deal if inflatable kayaks don't float your boat…

After this recent deal www.ozbargain.com.au/node/647753 I purchased this Explorer K2 kayak for what I thought was a post-Covid bargain price of $199 - and have been thoroughly happy with it over half a dozen test runs over the past month. Inflates and assembles in ten minutes, stable and roomy enough to hit the local lake or river with a couple of consenting adults or one adult and a couple of preteens. Comes replete with removable skeg, two oars, efficient two-way pump, patching kit and carry bag actually large enough to fit the deflated kayak and gear back into without a degree in tetris or clown cars.

Currently available via import from Amazon US for $166.23. It's showing up as free shipping for me, but I do have Prime so your mileage may vary. Happy to update if anyone finds shipping charges may apply. Being Amazon - it may be available for a long time or - more likely - a little.

For more info and reviews, see also www.amazon.com.au/Intex-Explorer-K2-Inflatable-Kayak/dp/B00A… (same model availble locally for $249 - albeit with 6,600 reviews to peruse of paddling news and with 4.5 star average rating)

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  • RicYuen on 11/10/2021 - 12:58
    -1

    $180+ delivery fee to NSW

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 13:01
      +1

      Still showing as $166 delivered for me. As is often the case with Amazon AU, you may have to click on the available sellers at the bottom of the description to select the lower price from Amazon US.

      • brucemcbruce on 11/10/2021 - 14:21

        It's the non-prime delivery fee - to Vic it's showing as $166 for the kayak, plus another $185 delivery. But if I get prime then the delivery is free.

        • Slo20 on 11/10/2021 - 14:58

          $185.55 delivery for Metro Qld also. Good deal for those with prime.

  • marantz on 11/10/2021 - 13:05
    +2

    I have prime and it shows as $166.23 delivered

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 13:07

      Thank heavens. For a moment there, I thought I may have dreamed this deal off the back of the river of draft alcohol intake I have ingested since 12:01 this morning.

      • marantz on 11/10/2021 - 13:08
        +2

        Weren't you at Kmart at 12.01 this morning …lol

        • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:02
          +2

          Perish the thought. I could always buy cheap knits and kids toys from Amazon throughout lockdown. Draft beer has been the holy grail of the last hundred days…

        • ozhunter68 on 11/10/2021 - 14:15

          Funny if it was open. Was Kmart open at 12:01 this morning in Sydney?

  • OSienna on 11/10/2021 - 13:08
    +2

    Good price and decent quality. I purchased one last year for $5 more, also shipped from the US. Demand was high at the time and stock sold out quickly. Local sellers who were able to supply them were charging well over $200.

    These are quite heavy so don't get any ideas about lugging them to the water easily like I first imagined. Instead, grab yourself a folding beach trolley like this one for $50.

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:06
      +3

      What do you do with the trolley once you've inflated the kayak?

      Whilst the included carry bag is not the toughest material, it's quite manageable and easy enough to hand it's approx 15kg over one shoulder on the dash to and from the car.

      • dan0909 on 11/10/2021 - 14:16
        +3

        Uncle Rico, you thought it through. I wouldnt wanna buy a new trolley every time I go kayaking

        • ozhunter68 on 11/10/2021 - 14:18
          +2

          If you go alone, it could take up the passenger spot in the kayak folded up lol.

      • OSienna on 11/10/2021 - 14:22
        +2

        Assuming you won't be going solo, you can just take the trolley back to the car while the other person starts inflating the damn thing. The bag does an adequate job of holding everything and is "manageable" on your own but depending on how far you have to traverse, it may get tiresome.

        I originally fantasised about wearing the bag like a backpack and trekking 800m to the shoreline from a place I was staying but when it arrived, I realised that it wasn't going to happen

        @ozhunter68 has a great idea about folding up the trolley and putting it in the kayak with you - that would work

        • ozhunter68 on 11/10/2021 - 14:40

          Now there is a person of reason, thinking past their own "Personal Use" case.

        • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:47
          +2

          Ouch. 800m!

          I retract my comment and endorse your trolley suggestion for anyone in similar circumstances. Albeit I hope I'm winning that coin toss and reserving the Inflate Job role over the 1.6km reverse trolley trek to the car.

          There's certainly lots of other kayakers on the river and plenty of reviewers online mounting the trolley on their kayaks, so it's consummately doable. I'd just be a little way of doing it on mine - it's at the entry level in terms of build quality and my navigation skills don't need any increased risk profile!

    • esq on 11/10/2021 - 17:06

      My initial response was "see here kids, this is what happens when you skip leg day. Don't be like Uncle O Sienna".

      Then after looking into it yeah good point, beach trolley is the way to go. It'll carry the other stuff you need too like vest and some bevvos.

    • 42 on 11/10/2021 - 20:29

      Or inflate at the car and carry using a proper foldable kayak trolley that you stow in the kayak.

  • bigshock on 11/10/2021 - 13:09
    +1

    Do I need to wear life jacket? Any recommendations for the cheap one?

    • OSienna on 11/10/2021 - 13:13
      +3

      Depends on where you're boating.. In NSW, I believe it's mandatory when more than 100 metres from shore

    • SupeNintendoChalmers on 11/10/2021 - 13:21
      +11

      Life jackets, like car tyres are things you should never cheap out on.

      • Czar Chasm on 11/10/2021 - 16:08
        +1

        Life jackets are like car tyres…I'm not borrowing a life jacket from you.
        I know it's out of context but couldn't help myself.

    • zealmax on 11/10/2021 - 13:51
      +3

      Yes. Kayaks you need life jacket on at all times. Different for boats.

      • bigshock on 11/10/2021 - 14:00

        Thanks mate

    • DarwinBoy on 11/10/2021 - 14:03
      +3

      Life jackets come in various levels.
      Kayak jackets are not the ones that will keep you upright if unconscious but are more comfortable to wear while doing all that upper body movement.
      Generally the more you pay the better you get.
      Go to BCF and try before buying.

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:08
      +1

      Yes.

      Presuming you're only using it on a relatively calm lake or river, you can freuqently pick these ones up for $10 from BCF or Anaconda. Not exactly fashionable, but more than ample to help you bob the 20m back to shore.

      https://www.bcf.com.au/p/marlin-australia-adult-vip-standard…

      • crentist on 11/10/2021 - 16:04
        +1

        Those ones are chunky and uncomfortable. For about $30 on ebay you can get a pretty slim looking vest which seems better.

        I personally have a $30 inflatable thing with a rip cord. Very lightweight, I just have to hope that it works when needed, and that replacement gas is cheap

      • jmel on 11/10/2021 - 16:15

        is this better than packaging styrofoam?

        • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 16:20
          +1

          Yes, but it is less satisfying than popping bubble wrap…

    • Yorkshire-Man on 11/10/2021 - 16:02

      BCF. Agree with others, don't cheap out.

  • cvaz on 11/10/2021 - 13:19
    -4

    No. It’s not a Internet Explorer Kayak.

  • Homerlovesbeer on 11/10/2021 - 13:25
    +2

    This review nicely sums it up. https://www.inflatablekayakworld.com/intex-explorer-k2-revie…

    "The truth however is that the Explorer K2 wouldn’t be my personal choice if I was shopping in this price range.

    I much prefer the Sea Eagle Sport kayaks. The Sport 330 is right in the same price range and the Sport 370 is just slightly higher but offers much more space.

    They’re a little longer, offer more leg room and they’re more durable. Plus they come with a great 3-year warranty, which blows Intex’s 90-day warranty out of the water."

    • admira on 11/10/2021 - 13:51
      +6

      That seems a very selective quote - from the same review:

      "One of the nicest things about the Intex Explorer K2 is that it is super portable and easy to store.

      This kayak rolls up into a very small package. It stores inside the included carry bag and only weighs ? so it is extremely easy to carry.

      The portability factor of this inflatable kayak is fantastic."

      But its definitely a good balanced review and worth a read before buying (I already bought but reading the whole thing, not regretting that decision).

      • Homerlovesbeer on 11/10/2021 - 13:55

        It is decent and a great price. At 189cm I think i'd be pretty cramped with the other half with 2 on board. Anyway, I'll have a punt buying it and hopefully it's ok. If not I should probably get my money back and resell it.

        • ChatCPT on 11/10/2021 - 14:18

          At 190cm I think you are well outside the average consumer

        • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:55
          +1

          The seats have a degree of adjustability in their positioning, allowing some capacity to shorten the stride of one and increase the other.

          That said, the rear seat is able to put their legs either side of the front inflatable seat due to the width of the kayak, and the front person is able to slide their legs right up into the bow.

          I'm sure you'll be able to come up with a comfortable configuration.

        • particle on 11/10/2021 - 18:04

          At that height you may want to consider the Challenger K2 which has more legroom.

      • ozhunter68 on 11/10/2021 - 14:27

        "admira" Nicely played.

        The reason why I purchased my Intex Challanger K1 ( only wanted a one man kayak ) is the exact same reason the low weight and of

        course decent quality v price factor. Many people buying these types of kayaks are into them for the convenience fun factor and often

        beginner/first time kayak users who will upgrade or subsidise as wanted/needed.

    • Sharp on 11/10/2021 - 13:54
      +8

      https://www.wildearth.com.au/buy/sea-eagle-se330-trade-pro-p…

      Sport 330 is 3 times the price of this. How is that even comparable?

    • jrad0 on 11/10/2021 - 13:56
      +2

      How much for a Sea Eagle 330 kayak? Quick search shows them at $500+ Not quite in the same price range?

      • Homerlovesbeer on 11/10/2021 - 13:57

        It's quite a bit more currently unfortunately.

        • jrad0 on 11/10/2021 - 14:00
          +1

          They do seem much better quality, but this one at $166 delivered is a bargain! I have the kings inflatable SUP and it does the job fine and is much cheaper than any other on the market.

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:13
      +1

      After extensive reviews at the time, I too came to the conclusion that The Sea Eagle was a better product. Albeit as others have pointed out, the smaller 330 which is no hope of handling an adult + two kids is three times the price and the 370 is even more expensive and harder to find.

      If I was taking the next level up, the Itiwit x100+ is better again, albeit at $900 from https://decathlon.com.au/products/x100-inflatable-high-press… it's a big leap of faith for anyone sampling a new hobby.

  • mvk1612 on 11/10/2021 - 13:35
    +1

    Thanks for posting. For $166.23 delivered certainly is a good deal!

  • bargainshooter on 11/10/2021 - 13:36
    +1

    Inflatable seats are a PITA

    • geoffs87 on 11/10/2021 - 13:49

      surely the airy inflated seats would be more comfortable for your "A"?

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:43

      Yeah - not great for comfort. But great for core strength.

      First few trips were quite uncomfortable and tiring. But you learn how much to inflate, how much tension to add to the support strap and how to position yourself for max efficiency pretty quickly. In conjunction with improving paddling technique and new muscle group usage, it's a much more comfortable experience once you've found your groove.

  • admira on 11/10/2021 - 13:46

    Thanks, been on the lookout for something like this so snapped it up!

  • sdx91 on 11/10/2021 - 13:47
    +2

    Who else thought of Internet Explorer?

  • DeepDreamer on 11/10/2021 - 14:02
    +3

    I have a couple of the older versions of these, green and grey.

    Positives:
    They do inflate really quickly

    Negatives:
    The skegs don't float. Don't drop them in the water. Replacements are a little hard to source.
    The recessed seams are susceptible to leaks, and because they're recessed, they are awkward to patch.
    The carry bags have perished already

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:19
      +1

      Do you have the Challenger or the Explorer? As far as I could see, the Explorer is the model up from the Challenger and has never been produced in any other colour than the high vis yellow. A number of reviewers reported that the green and grey Challenger was made of a slightly less hardy material and more prone to tearing and leaking, most notably at the seams.

      • hotdog679 on 11/10/2021 - 15:40

        No, I think the Challenger and Explorer are in different categories, not necessarily a model up/down. The Challenger is a more streamlined, kayak shape which apparently is a little faster than the Explorer's canoe shape. I have the Challenger myself.

      • DeepDreamer on 11/10/2021 - 21:36

        You're right, we have the Challenger. I just presumed these were a later iteration of what we have.

  • madfree on 11/10/2021 - 14:05

    I have the K1 and have an issue where the bottom ribs internally tore away and so it's bulged on one side. Anyone have a clue on how to fix this?

  • hashtagbargain on 11/10/2021 - 14:07
    +2

    The 90 day warranty is quite a worry.

  • foggy10 on 11/10/2021 - 14:12

    What's the main difference between this one and the Challenger K2?

    • pizzaguy on 11/10/2021 - 14:19
      +2

      Someone sheds some light here: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/647753#comment-10963603

      • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:24
        +1

        Yep - read down in the comments section and you'll find some links to online comparisons and a summary of the differences. In brief - Challenger is narrower, but longer making for a sleeker design, albeit with less stability and legroom. Also, the Challenger comprises 2 separate air chambers compared to the 3 of the Explorer, making it easier to stay afloat on the inevitable day that you get a puncture.

  • swampson on 11/10/2021 - 14:14
    +3

    3xC shows "Lowest * $72.85 Dec 18, 2019" .. wow is that accurate? what a bloody bargain that would have been.

  • pizzaguy on 11/10/2021 - 14:15

    Weight limit: 350 pounds. Which is 160 kilograms. For two people.

    • BlueDiesel on 11/10/2021 - 14:21
      +3

      Up higher it says 400 "DIMENSIONS: Inflated size 10 feet 3 X 3 feet X 1 feet 8 Inch . Maximum weight capacity: 400 pounds"
      Also checked a couple of reviews in Youtube and they all state 400 (180kg).

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:27
      +1

      Mine says 400 pounds on the box - are you sure you're not looking at the one person K1? There are some Youtube video reviews where it is confirmed as being able to handle some very heavy-set individuals - and indeed it's broad girth makes it one of the more suitable inflatables if you're carrying some extra timber…

      • pizzaguy on 11/10/2021 - 14:46

        I'm looking at your deal and the listing says "Weight limit 350 Pounds" right there, but that must be a sloppy seller then.

  • FeZZa21 on 11/10/2021 - 14:23
    +1

    thanks, bought as I was eyeing the same on ebay for >$200 on ebay during sales. any recommendations for a battery operated pump for these?

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:30
      +2

      Any battery pump that includes a Boston Valve connector will be fine.

      I had an electric (car or 240v) from a gymnastic air mat, so took it with me on one of the voyages looking to save some time. Believe it or not, it was actually no quicker than the included high volume, two way manual pump which inflates on both the up and the down stroke - and it made it impossible to inflate at the river as opposed to the side of the car.

      Give it a crack without the electric pump before committing. You may well decide as I did, that you don't need one after all.

      • FeZZa21 on 11/10/2021 - 14:39

        thanks, will follow your advice. just didn't want to expel all my energy pumping it up before actually kayaking lol

        • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:41

          No problem. One of the main reasons I abandoned the idea, was the thought of needing multiple trips back and forth to the car to retreive/drop off pump, trolleys etc.

          There's enough storage behind the rear sear to tuck the storage back, light included pump and some snacks etc meaning that once the kayak is inflated, I don't have to contend with leaving it by the shore - guarded by a kid or two - whilst I do one more return lap to the car…

    • OSienna on 11/10/2021 - 14:30

      I take my battery-powered, Makita leaf blower with me (DUB182Z). It fits the nozzle well and I can inflate the kayak in no time. I can also attach it to the suction outlet and deflate it quickly.

      You don't really need it as the included hand pump is not that much slower or harder

  • jdawg7 on 11/10/2021 - 14:26

    Tempted to buy this just to troll the misses

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:33
      +3

      Been there, done that.

      Took her to a bridge and she says to me, "You know what, I've always wanted to pee off this bridge just like you men do." So I told her, "Go ahead there isn't anyone around." So she goes over, drops her pants, sticks her @ss over the edge and says, "Come here I'm gonna pee into that kayak." I walked over and told her, "That isn't a kayak, that's your reflection…"

  • wswgin on 11/10/2021 - 14:30
    +1

    I got both this and the challenger, would recommend the challenger more, faster and easier to control, also easier to setup and dry

    • UncleRico on 11/10/2021 - 14:37

      Definitely faster due to it's sleeker shape, but virtually every one of the online reviews and comparisons went the other way and recommended the Explorer over the Challenger - at least in the 2 person K2 reviews I viewed.

      I don't have both so couldn't conclusively say, but recommend anyone considering due a youtube search and check out some of the comparisons. Use case will certainly come into it, and with both models being at the entry level of the inflatable market, I suspect that stability and comfort won the day in many cases.

  • Pornboy69er on 11/10/2021 - 14:36
    +1

    What’s better the explorer or challenger?

    Explorer looks like a banana which is good or bad depending

    • OSienna on 11/10/2021 - 14:37
      +1

      The Explorer is more stable and well suited for cruising about. The Challenger is sleeker (less stable) and designed to go faster.

      • Pornboy69er on 11/10/2021 - 14:41

        Do you reckon any of these would be suitable for a calm beach?

        • OSienna on 11/10/2021 - 14:44

          I've taken the two-person Explorer out on a beach with relatively choppy waters and it wasn't a problem. We didn't feel like it was going to flip or anything. Would be perfectly at home on calm waters

          • Pornboy69er on 11/10/2021 - 15:51

            @OSienna: Thanks heaps champ. Probably could’ve Googled these answers but figured I’d ask a kayak expert!
            Was literally looking up Kayaks last night so what a weird coincidence it goes on sale

  • 6000SUX on 11/10/2021 - 14:41
    +7

    No intention of purchasing any sort of vessel when i woke up this morning
    Logs onto OZB
    'A deal on kayaks eh? This looks interesting'
    Slides out credit card…

    #OZB_life

    • ju2au on 11/10/2021 - 15:35

      Yep, that's what happened to me as well.

    • Lucille Bluth on 11/10/2021 - 17:05

      Hang on. Why isn't your CC already saved on Amazon, ready to pull the trigger?

  • missmelb on 11/10/2021 - 14:52

    Thanks my wife has been wanting one and I was going to buy for this for Christmas for her! :)

  • DingoBlue on 11/10/2021 - 15:10

    This or just get a boat?

    • crentist on 11/10/2021 - 16:09
      +2

      You got a deal on a $160 boat?

      • DingoBlue on 11/10/2021 - 16:32

        Sorry I mean inflatable. They are amazingly cheap.

        • crentist on 11/10/2021 - 21:59

          oh like one of the little rowboats? I have one of those (Intex 300) and recently got a K1 Challenger inflatable kayak.

          They are very different. The rowboat is good for just sitting out on the water and not going anywhere. It's pretty difficult to paddle anywhere, but more comfortable to lay back with a beer. I basically struggle a few hundred metres from the wharf, then float around with a beer while kayaks speed by.
          With the kayak I can actually explore a bit

          That said, they are cheap enough to try. And I kinda wish I'd got a smaller, cheaper one. I wouldn't suggest the 300 unless you'll always be going with a second person, and even then I might suggest 2x Intex 200 or something smaller. The 300 is good for 2 people to lay around in (eg on a date, it's not that roomy) but not easy to paddle because the bigger size puts the oars further away from back support. Also, the rowboats are harder to pump up.

  • thekensai on 11/10/2021 - 15:30

    how does this stand up against aussie crocs?

    • Fybre on 11/10/2021 - 15:44
      +2

      Just wear your crocs with the heel strap so they don't slip off, and you'll be right.

    • esq on 12/10/2021 - 10:43

      Depends how stroppy they get and also how loudly you yell Crikey.

  • Ultraman on 11/10/2021 - 15:50
    +1

    If you see anyone lugging their brand new hi-vis yellow Explorer on a Kmart trolley, what are the odds they are an Ozbargainer? ;D

    • Pornboy69er on 11/10/2021 - 15:52

      Ozbargain reunion on the Adelaide River.

  • Vavoom on 11/10/2021 - 16:29
    +2

    All this talk of 15kg and kmart trolleys made me think the carry bag was super bulky when full. Watched a couple of Youtube videos and was pleasantly surprised to see that it all folded down nicely and you could even just store it on a passenger seat in a Nissan Micra. Long story short, I, too, am $166.23 poorer without having any intention to buy a kayak this morning lol

  • Clear on 11/10/2021 - 16:35

    I assume it handles the beach pretty good? Hauling my hard kayak everywhere is a lot of work.

    • FeZZa21 on 11/10/2021 - 16:52

      there's some pics of some US dude on amazon reviews who's taken it to the rapids and survived to tell the tale lol quotes like "I was very impressed how it could handle rock hit after rock hit in the turbulent waters"

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