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Intex Challenger Kayak K1 (1 Person) $70 (RRP $142.59) Delivered @ Amazon AU

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Intex Challenger Kayak K1 (1 Person) $70 (RRP $142.59) Delivered @ Amazon AUAffiliate
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trixieb on 23/03/2025 - 15:58 amazon.com.au (2773 clicks)
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ATL Excellent price for casual use. Sale ends today.
Please see comments in previous post at Amazon ($83.98).

As a comparison, $149 at Macpac.

  • SUPER-STRONG – SuperStrong enhanced molecular formulation PVC provides superior strength and durability, ensuring high impact and abrasion resistance
  • LOW PROFILE DESIGN – The Challenger K1 has a streamlined low-profile design that is perfect for easy paddling in lakes and mild rivers
  • COCKPIT SEATS – Built with removable and adjustable seats, the cockpit design is spacious and comfortable, providing plenty of room for your legs and gear
  • REMOVABLE SKEG – Attached to the underside of the kayak, the removable skeg provides directional stability, making it easier to maintain a straight and steady course while paddling
  • 1-PERSON CAPACITY – Inflated size is 2.74 meters x 0.79 meters x 0.34 meters with a weight capacity of 100 kg and easily foldable to be put in the carry bag that allows for easy transportation
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Comments

  • IgorPrev on 23/03/2025 - 16:17
    +1

    It says "Child" in the specs. Maximum Weight Capacity ‎100 Kilograms ?

    • trixieb on 23/03/2025 - 16:25
      +1

      The K2 (2 Persons) says 156 months to 1188 months = 13 years to 99 years.

    • financialminimalism on 24/03/2025 - 23:00

      Have the K2 - can fit an adult and 2 kids, under the 180kg limit and works fine. Great casual use Kayak that folds up small (carry-on bag size).

  • Mokej on 23/03/2025 - 16:21
    +5

    I bought one of these and because I have a large torso and short legs I basically topple over immediately I’m 5,11 and 95kg

    • bxpressiv on 23/03/2025 - 16:26
      +82

      But how about in the kayak?

      • Mokej on 23/03/2025 - 16:27
        +9

        Very similar al experience

      • Mike Nolan on 23/03/2025 - 17:11
        +2

        Lmaooooooo

    • Save 50 Cent on 23/03/2025 - 16:50
      +2

      Johnny? Is that you?

    • Nuggets on 23/03/2025 - 17:41

      Are you me

  • Kegsta on 23/03/2025 - 16:21
    +3

    I'm a 6 foot 105kg fatty and have one of these, it works alright but kills my back.

    Great for those who want to go kayaking once a year and don't have roof racks.

    • onetwothreefour on 23/03/2025 - 16:48
      +7

      So people with a RAV4?

    • p1 ama on 23/03/2025 - 17:03
      +3

      You sure it's the kayak and not the 32+ (i.e. clinically obese) BMI killing your back?

      • Kegsta on 23/03/2025 - 17:09
        +2

        Don't bring facts into this! No back issues for my non fatty partner on hers :)

      • eddyah on 23/03/2025 - 19:29
        +1

        OzBargain average what are you on about with clinically obese

    • abetastic on 23/03/2025 - 20:52

      definitely get the 2 person version if you are a anywhere near 6"

    • BargainBenno on 24/03/2025 - 07:42

      Or take it to the beach and just lay it in the sand. Never use it. Looks good.

  • Cluster on 23/03/2025 - 16:30
    +9

    These are basically 'use once' products. After you get it off the water you're unlikely to clean it properly and store well for another use.

    Also all inflatable kayaks flex as you paddle, wasting your energy. Your back will hurt due to inadequate support.

    There's a reason every kayak on your local river is solid.

    • Mokej on 23/03/2025 - 16:34

      Yeah you have to deflate it and let it air dry for like a week

    • acersaurus on 23/03/2025 - 16:47
      +1

      I had an inflatable kayak many years ago from Aldi that was good for 15+ uses.

    • AlbiesDad on 23/03/2025 - 17:37
      +1

      Agreed. These are slow as anything and take twice as much effort to get anywhere.

      I used to reinflate mine and hose it off in the backyard, let it air dry for 2 days whilst flipping it every 6 hours before packing it away. Still stunk.

    • May4th on 23/03/2025 - 17:56
      +4

      disposable kayak for $70 isn't bad, I paid the same for 2hrs of hire last time

    • Joda on 23/03/2025 - 19:08
      +4

      It's unfortunate you've had such a lousy experiences on the inflatables.

      My experience has been very different.
      I used to have hard shell kayaks - never used them much as it was too difficult to transport them everywhere.
      Few times hurt my back lifting them up or getting them on roof racks.

      Now I do 2+ day kayak/camping trips on the inflatables - can fit 4 inflatable kayaks and all the gear in the boot.
      Also, many day trips exploring local rivers - sometimes fold them up at the end and hop on a train to get back home.
      These are generally inflatable kayaks with high PSI drop stitch flooring but sometimes I use my Challenger kayak.

      If you're getting a sore back, perhaps an inflatable kayak with a drop stitch floor might help.

    • reu on 23/03/2025 - 20:13
      +4

      The other side of the argument….
      Each to their own but I love my inflatable kayak. So easy to transport and put in the water that I use it everytime I go to the Murray (every few weeks in warmer months). I know at least three people that rarely use their solids because they are heavy/hard to transport and get to the water.

      Imo, the best kayak is the one you will actually use.

      Point taken about drying, sometimes I have to run an old towel over the inside.

      I had the challenger k2 for 2 or 3 years before buying the Intex Excursion k2 several months ago. Both still going well. Very happy with the excursion so far. Pretty quick compared to heavy BCF jobby I'd say.

      Inflatable are great value in my opinion.

      • Joda on 23/03/2025 - 21:23
        +3

        Imo, the best kayak is the one you will actually use.

        Yep. Everyone I know with hard shells rarely use them - one bloke I know has never used his, had it for about 10 years.

        Now that I have inflatables I'm off for a paddle every few weeks.

    • ballsau on 23/03/2025 - 20:38

      Speak for yourself

    • Naigrabzo on 24/03/2025 - 09:26

      Used it about dozen times. About to use it next weekend. For my cost has been about $10 per ride so far… hoping to reduce it over time.

  • amzinguserman on 23/03/2025 - 16:41
    +3

    I had one of these , great entry level kayak to get you started.

    It lasted for about 3 years, only burst because i over inflated it.

    Otherwise really fun for hobbying kayaking.

  • donman92 on 23/03/2025 - 17:01
    -1

    Only 100kg. You sure this ain't just for kids 😂

    • SydStrand on 23/03/2025 - 20:46

      100kg will cover the vast majority of women and most men. The height cutoff for 100kg to not be considered overweight is apparently 173cm.

      • donman92 on 23/03/2025 - 21:21

        Hopefully it handles me @ 140kg. Being 6'4 and a little beefy has it moments lol

        • acersaurus on 23/03/2025 - 21:48

          Possibly not, few products have a 40% contingency built in.

          I'd go for something like this, not necessarily this specific one.

          https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CY27W3ZJ/ref=sspa_mw_detail_0…

          • BargainBenno on 24/03/2025 - 07:45

            @acersaurus: I think I would go for the 5 person one. That way I can pay for two guys to sit in the kayak with me and they can paddle. No way I am going to use energy paddling. Life is too short to subject myself to any sort of painful energy draining exercise.

  • Cheap As Fk on 23/03/2025 - 17:19
    +2

    Ive used a K2 version. They are OK, definitely reusable, but IMHO these are intended for use in still water (lakes, ponds, dams..). The have a flat bottom and tend to 'skate' across the water. If using on a river you will be expending a LOT of energy just trying to keep this kayak heading in the correct direction/orientation. 2nd hand rigid Kayak / Canoe can be gotten for similar money or not much more. The ONLY thing going for this Kayak is that it is 'portable' and can fit on the backseat of any car.

    • Joda on 23/03/2025 - 22:57

      I've done 10km+ river trips with the K2.
      No probs with direction.

      Did you have the skeg in?
      "provides directional stability, making it easier to maintain a straight and steady course while paddling"

  • martinj on 23/03/2025 - 17:26

    I've had one of these in the past and loved it. I only got rid of it because I've got a bad shoulder and paddling leaves it sore. I've now got a pedal kayak and kind of wish I could go back to this due to how easy it is to transport.

  • bcYield on 23/03/2025 - 17:39
    -3

    Looks an upgrade to the Kmart Anko one for 5 times the price.
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/895632

    • amzinguserman on 23/03/2025 - 17:47

      yeah nah the boat is different from kayak.

  • Splashtash on 23/03/2025 - 18:12

    Like $70…… even getting 7 uses out of it is like $10 ;)

  • gougou8 on 23/03/2025 - 18:14

    Is this surf capable? Does it have a fin?

    • reu on 23/03/2025 - 20:15

      Not self-bailing, so probably not. Has skeg.

  • rhino86 on 23/03/2025 - 18:15

    These inflatable watercraft might pop when fishing in dams, rivers from hidden wood. Rapids with rocks etc.

  • trishmapow on 23/03/2025 - 19:03

    Any recommendations for one a step up from this in the <$300 range to keep an eye out for deals for?

    • reu on 23/03/2025 - 20:17
      +2

      This https://www.anacondastores.com/water-sports/kayaks/inflatabl… (Intex Excursion K1)

      I have the k2. Very happy. Seems much more durable than the challenger. I paddle solo but the k2 allows me to bring the swag, food, fishing rod etc. Excursion k2 from Amazon is exy ATM given it was $199 (
      https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/871364)

      • trishmapow on 23/03/2025 - 21:54

        Yeah I've seen that one, would you say it's noticeably faster / more aerodynamic? I feel the K1 drags and flexes a lot, obviously not expecting same performance as a hard shell but would be nice to be a bit more efficient.

        • reu on 23/03/2025 - 22:32
          +1

          K1 is one person, k2 is two person. Challenger is entry level, Excursion is noticeably more streamline and more resilient material. Because the excursion is not as wide, it's much easier to paddle and I tend not to scrape the edges of the kayak with each paddle. Probably 10-15% faster, possibly more. Tricky to say because I haven't used the challenger k2 for many months.

          • trishmapow on 23/03/2025 - 22:59

            @reu: Ah yep mixed up those names. Thanks for confirming that, sounds like it's worth it if I can find on sale.

  • Duece1995 on 23/03/2025 - 19:45

    Shark proof?

  • ash061 on 23/03/2025 - 19:52

    You are only Happy Twice when you buy a Kayak first when you Buy it ! Second when you Sell it Successfully.

    • FPV302 on 23/03/2025 - 20:09
      +2

      I have two Intex Excursion Pro K1 kayaks. My now 12 year old son and I have used them many times over a couple of years while camping. Great fun and very stable on even fast moving water, though very hard work on still water, lakes etc. They've been tremendously robust with only one patch required so far.
      Many happy memories made, no desire to sell them.

    • yummypinacolada on 24/03/2025 - 01:28

      That's why better buy it from Marketplace, even when im looking for a brand new ones are usually very cheap.

  • Commander Shepard on 23/03/2025 - 23:32

    I own a Air Glide 385 - 3.85M drop stitch kayak. I got it near new off marketplace for about $800 a few years ago. As long as its calm and not windy. Its a great portable kayak for rivers, lakes and ocean (as long as you play it safe). I highly recommend a drop stitch kayak if wanting to go kayaking frequently.

    These Intex kayaks should only be used for the bare basic stuff. Also keeping these things going in a straight line can be a pain and very tiring depending on the persons fitness level. And do not overinflate them. I mistakenly overinflated mine due to not paying attention.

  • yummypinacolada on 24/03/2025 - 01:26

    FYI, you can look for this or similar kayak for very cheap price on marketplace. I got the bigger K2 brand new for $60. From what I can tell is this thing doesnt sell well, most ads selling kayak are sitting there for weeks even when they already dropped the price significantly

  • Naigrabzo on 24/03/2025 - 09:18

    I've used this one at least a dozen times. no probs so far.

    I haven't competed in the Olympics yet etc, so can't help any ozbargainers whom are super high level athletes etc.

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