Goes like a rocket with two people paddling, thanks to the aluminium rib-frame design – it really cuts through the chop
Drop-stitch floor gives you excellent rigidity all the way up to its 249kg capacity
Stable – great for beginners, dogs, kids and fishing
Spacious and sturdy – can load it up with gear for multi-day kayaking expeditions
Suitable for both summer fun and winter open ocean paddling – open cockpit or closed cockpit with spray skirts
Wonderfully comfortable with raised bum pads and inflatable lumbar support
Quick and easy to set up – about 8 minutes to unfold, inflate and clip-in seats
Quality design and durable materials – designed to last
If you want to whitewater above class 2, consider the StraitEdge2 Pro kayak, which can handle up to class 3 rapids
Although the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is stable enough and durable enough for fishing, if you are going to be fishing a LOT, you may prefer the StraitEdge2 Pro kayak, which has rod holders included and a simpler installation of the Accessory Frame System
If you are traveling and need to keep your vehicle weight down, the StraitEdge2 Pro kayak is our lightest tandem kayak at only 18.6kg
If one or both of you is above 110kg, you may wish to consider the superior rigidity of the full-dropstitch AirVolution2 kayak
If you don’t like the idea of waiting for the deck fabric to dry before packing away, check out the AirVolution2 kayak, which is full drop-stitch and can be wiped down with a towel
8 minutes from in-the-bag to on-the-water!
FAQs – AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak
Dimensions
Length: 15′ (4.57m)
Weight: 52 lbs (23.5 kg)
Width: 32″ (81cm)
Deflated and Packed Dimensions: 91cm x 53cm x 33cm
Suitabilty
Lakes, Bays and Inland Waterways
Coastal / Open Water
Reservoirs (Complies with ISO 6185-1)
Rivers up to Class II
Whitewater up to Class III
Dogs
Fishing
Beginners
Taking small kids
Self-bailing
Paddler Suitability
Maximum Capacity: 550 lbs (249 kg)
Recommended Paddler Height: 6’2″, Solo unlimited
Recommended Max. Paddler Weight: 110kg
Accessory Compatibility
Foot Brace (front paddler only)
Drop-stitch floor (included)
Rapidup Sail
Lumbar Seat (included)
Foot pegs
Rudder Kit
Spray skirt (can only be used with a Deck Conversion)
Accessory Frame (watch the installation video first)
Single Deck Conversion
Double Deck Conversion
ePropulsion Vaquita Propeller – via ratchet straps
Materials
Hull: PVC Tarpaulin
Deck: 600D ripstop polyester with PVC laminate
Tube-cover: 600D polyester with PU coating
Tube: PVC
Rib-frames: Aluminium
Floor: Drop-stitch construction
More About This Kayak
Set-up Time: 8 minutes
Warranty: 3 Years
Brand: Advanced Elements
SKU: AE1007-E
Double Action Hand Pump with Gauge
Drop-stitch Floor
Duffel Bag w/ removable shoulder straps
2 High-back Lumbar Seats
Repair kit
Owners manual
Paddle sold separately
$2,447.00 $2,097.00
Free Shipping
Qualifies for 90-day “Try it on the Water” Returns
3-year warranty
Stored in our Brisbane warehouse, ships in 1-2 business days.
Availability: In stock
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“After doing a bit of kayaking in our younger days, as grey nomads we thought it would be nice to be able to paddle as we travel round. Due to space constraints an inflatable kayak was the logical solution, however I thought it would be at best a bit of a compromise. Well I was very wrong, this is great kayak, stable, fast, easy to paddle, all the things you would expect of a tradition kayak and then it packs away into a bag, that is easy to stow away at the end of the day. Brilliant product. Would recommend it for any couple wanting to spend some pleasant hours on the water.“
– Graham
Goes like a Rocket
Glide straight with the patented AdvancedFrame design – no waggling when you paddle.
The built-in fin is another feature to help you paddle straight.
Drop-Stitch Floor
The Drop-Stitch floor comes as standard with the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite.
It gives you amazing rigidity, which means the kayak goes fast and straight.
Drop-stitch is also extremely durable – great for dogs or fishing.
Stable
Great for beginners, dogs, kids and fishing
Spacious and Sturdy
At 4.6m, the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite is one of the longest and fastest inflatable kayaks on the market.
It also has a capacity of 249kg, so you can really load it up with gear, kids and/or dogs.
Suitable for both Summer Fun and Winter Open Ocean Paddling
The optional Advanced Elements Double Deck Conversion and Single Deck Conversion allow you to stay dry with the inflatable coaming and optional skirt.
The spray skirt is great news for those adventurous souls who want to paddle the open ocean.
It is also a handy way to stay warm and dry if you are paddling in winter.
Comfortable
With the inflatable lumbar cushion in the seat supporting your back, you can paddle for hours.
Quick and Easy to Set up
About 8 minutes to unfold, inflate and clip-in seats
AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak FAQs
Performance
Wowser fast!
The high-pressure drop-stitch floor (included) gives you excellent rigidity and a very smooth hull bottom, so you glide through the water gracefully.
The built-in fin and the awesome AdvancedFrame hull design give you a wonderful paddling experience.
With 2 people paddling in tandem, it really zooms!
Not much.
All kayaks are wind affected to some degree.
You can generally predict how wind affected it’s going to be based on the ratio of kayak above the waterline to kayak below the waterline.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite is a sit-in kayak, so it sits quite low in the water, especially compare to other inflatables, so it performs quite well in wind.
Comfort
The seat (included) has a stiff, high back, which gives you excellent support, IF you get the angle right.
The seat includes an inflatable cushion for extra lumbar support – you can blow it up as you are paddling via a tube with a mouth piece.
You can purchase the optional inflatable foot brace for the front paddler, which adds to your comfort by supporting your lower back as you paddle.
There is a foot brace for the rear paddler included. Note that this works by having the brace push up against the seat back of the front paddler. You will need to adjust the seat straps to get yourselves in the right position for this to work.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak comes with a foot brace for the rear paddler, and you can buy the inflatable foot brace for the front paddler. A lot of paddlers swear by foot braces for encouraging good paddling technique and for supporting the lower back.
If you want to paddle it solo and you want foot support, you will need to purchase the Adjustable Foot Pegs.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak has very good back support – the seat back is high and stiff with adjustable straps to get the angle right. It also includes inflatable lumbar support.
What is the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak good for?
Yes!
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is ideal for taking dogs.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is very spacious and has an open cockpit, which means customers often fit two people and two dogs in.
The drop-stitch floor inside the kayak is super tough, you do not need any reinforcement.
The wide flat hull means the kayak is very stable so you won’t all go over board if your dog gets excited and makes a sudden move (not that they ever do that …).
Yes.
The wide flat hull means the kayak is very stable so you can focus on fishing and relaxing.
This video is from Life Below Zero who use the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak to make this fishing video:
We’ve gone fishing this week on #LifeBelowZero Next Generation! Tune in tomorrow at 8/7c on @NatGeoTV to see what’s for dinner 🎣 pic.twitter.com/ICZg83qCBI
— Life Below Zero (@LifeBelowZeroTV) March 21, 2022
The rip-stop polyester material is extremely durable, give you the confidence that neither fish nor fishing gear will cause a puncture.
Optional kayak anchor if the fish are biting and you want to stay where you are.
Optional accessory frame if you want to attach additional rod holders, an EPERB, a fish finder, go-pro etc.
***NOTE – to install the accessory frame on the AdvancedFrame Convertible elite kayak, you have to cut holes in the deck and inner tube covers.
You can even put on a propeller – the ePropulsion Vaquita.
Yes.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is great for taking kids!
It’s super-stable, so the kids can have a nap and muck around without tipping it over.
It’s very big and has a wide-open cockpit, so there’s heaps of space.
Yes, it’s a great choice for at tender.
It’s got the high-pressure drop-stitch floor which makes it easy to step into and out of.
The wide-open cockpit also makes it easy to step in and out of.
There is a huge amount of deck space and capacity (250kg) for gear if you are using it to transport your stuff to and from shore.
**Caution – do not leave the kayak inflated on the deck of the boat. The heat will cause the pressure to rise and you could damage the kayak.
Yes!
The AdvancedFrame design helps it cut through chop very well, and you can use the Double Deck Conversion or the Single Deck Conversion to put on a spray skirt to keep out the waves.
No.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is fine for class 1 and 2 whitewater, however it is really designed to paddle in a straight line, and therefore not recommended for rivers above class 2.
Who is the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak good for?
Yes, it is definitely suitable for beginners. I should note, however, that generally speaking, solo kayaks are easier to paddle than tandem kayaks, which require some level of cooperation…
The key feature for beginners is stability and the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is wonderfully stable, so no dramas there.
The design is so good that it’s super-easy to paddle straight.
The wide-open cockpit makes it easy for people to get in and out.
Good question.
In my experience, seniors are looking for a lightweight kayak, and at 24kg, the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is one of our heaviest.
If you specifically want to stick with a tandem, but you need something lighter, check out our StraitEdge2 Pro Kayak.
But if you think that with good teamwork you can lift 24kg, then it is a wonderful kayak for seniors.
The other key features for seniors are stability and ease of getting in and out – the AdvancedFrame Sport Convertible Elite is extremely stable and the wide open cockpit makes it easy to get in and out of.
Yes, generally speaking it’s easy to get in and out of.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is VERY stable, which is one of the key features for getting in and out easily.
Although it is a sit-in kayak, the rear paddler’s legs are not covered at all and the front paddlers’s legs are inside a deck that has a nice long zipper on it, so you can open it up to get out.
The only issue might be if you are using the Single Deck Conversion or the Double Deck Conversion, in which case you have to get in and out of cockpits. These cockpits are standard sized for kayaks, so most people can manage it fine. If you have VERY long legs or your mobility is compromised, you might want to leave the decks off.
The maximum capacity is 250kg / 400lbs.
I have found that the drop-stitch floor greatly enhances the rigidity of the kayak, so you really can go up to the maximum capacity.
If, however, one of the paddlers is over 115kg, you might want to consider the AirVolution2 Kayak because it has slightly better rigidity in the higher weight ranges.
About the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak
Advanced Elements have been making inflatable kayaks for well over 20 years – you don’t have to worry about quality.
All kayaks are inflated at the factory and left for 24 hours to ensure there are no slow leaks.
The main hull material used is called PVC tarpaulin and it is super thick and tough.
The floor is high quality drop-stitch, also extremely tough:
In the extremely rare case that you damage the hull, the kayak comes with a repair kit, so you can put on a patch.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite kayak is a sit-in kayak, but it comes with a wide-open cockpit so it’s easy to get in and out of.
There are optional decks that you can zip on to give you cockpits with inflatable coaming. These cockpits help keep the spray out of the kayak and allow you to attach a spray skirt.
At 24kg, the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak is one of our heavier kayaks.
You would have to be quite strong to carry it down to the water by yourself when inflated.
But most people can manage if there are two people to carry it – one at each end.
If you want to make it easier to transport, I would suggest getting the Kayak Cart – this allows you to wheel the kayak to the water and then you can easily stow the cart on the deck.
There is a fin – it is part of the hull.
There is no rudder on the AdvancedFrame Convertble Elite kayak.
The Rudder Kit we sell is compatible with this kayak, but I would suggest trying the kayak without the rudder first. Most customers find they don’t need one.
Yes, the ePropulsion Vaquita can be used with the ratchet straps (included with the propeller).
Yes, but you need to purchase either the Double Deck Conversion or the Single Deck Conversion to be able to use a spray skirt.
• Advanced Elements Spring Valve
• Drop-stitch floor construction
• 2 High-back seats w/ inflatable lumbar support
• D-ring tie downs
• Molded low-profile rubber handles
• Reinforced bow and stern seams
• Durable double-coated fabric
• Paddle holders
• Skeg tracking fin
• 6 Chambers
• Deck lacing for quick access to gear
• Rip-stop fabric
The hull is PVC tarpaulin – an extremely tough multi-layer material.
The floor is high quality drop-stitch.
The deck and inner tube covers are rip-stop polyester.
The inner tube is PVC.
There is an aluminium rib inside the bow and stern.
There are rubber moulded handles at each end and some elastic bungee lacing.
I think that covers everything!
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak is manufacted by Advanced Elements (an American company), in their factory in Indonesia.
All kayaks are inflated and left overnight on the factory floor to ensure they are fully functional before shipping out.
Learn more about Advanced Elements.
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite is a custom model, manufactured only for Oz Inflatable Kayaks in Australia.
How to use the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak
You can review the instruction manual here:
AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak Instruction Manual
But my strong recommendation is that you take a look at the setup video (note: this is a Convertible Kayak not the Convertible Elite, so it will take some more time since you’d have to inflate the Drop-Stitch Floor):
It should take you around 8 minutes, once you have got the hang of it.
It’s about 8 minutes, once you have got the hang of it.
You just take off the valve covers and set the valves to deflate. Walk away for a few minutes and it’s done.
You can use the deflate function of the pump if you want to, but I have never found this to be necessary.
The best thing you can do is put an old towel inside the kayak when you go paddling. This keeps the inside dry and clean.
You will almost certainly get some water on the deck and sides, but if you can keep the inside clean and dry, that makes things easier.
If it’s salt water on the outside, you may wish to use a wash cloth with clean water to pat the deck of the kayak.
Do NOT use a hose, the kayak gets way too wet that way.
The deck doesn’t take too long to dry, then you can fold the kayak up as per the instructions.
Yes, it DOES go back in the bag!
What to buy
• Drop-stitch Floor
• Duffel Bag w/ removable shoulder straps
• 2 High-back Lumbar Seats
• Repair Kit
• Owner’s Manual
• Double Action Hand Pump
You need to purchase a paddle and a life jacket as the minimum.
We also recommend a dry-bag for keeping your gear dry.
Check out our Fishing Gear section if you want to do some kayak fishing.
Any double bladed kayak paddle will work, but I would strongly suggest getting a LONG one, so you can easily get over the side tubes. Ours start at 230cm.
Pretty well any pump on the market capable of 2 PSI will work, but I would strongly suggest you use our Double Action Hand Pump with Gauge because it has all the right adapters and comes with a 90-day warranty.
General information
Advanced Elements come with a 3-year warranty on all kayaks and 90-days on all accessories. You can find details of this warranty here.
But if you have any issues after that period, still get in touch as we carry some spare parts and may be able to help out.
Our 90-day “Try it on the Water” Returns means that if the kayak is not what you expected, you have 90 days after delivery to return the kayak for a FULL refund.
Shipping is free for orders over $99 and $19 flat rate for orders under $99.
If the product is in stock, it will ship from our Brisbane warehouse within 1-2 business days of ordering.
We use Direct Freight Express as a courier and they are usually pretty quick.
Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Sydney – overnight.
Melbourne – 2 nights.
Elsewhere… it varies. If you have a deadline, please get in touch and we’ll check if it’s going to make it in time.
For more shipping questions, check out https://ozinflatablekayaks.com.au/shipping/
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First impressions outing
You never get a second chance for a first impression. We purchased the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak recently and it's sat there for a while due to other commitments but it's now had it's maiden outing. To be brutally honest there were a couple of moments where we stood there scratching our heads BUT they were user errors 🤔. Quickly and painless resolved. We have had kayaks for years so reasonably aware of what to expect on the water . Very impressed in the quality of the kayaks finnish, it's incredibly stable, even with reasonably gutsy side wind. I had concerns about not having a rudder that I could steer with but no dramas turning and staying on course at all. I'm 68 and 6ft 2 inches, no problems fitting in with the Double Deck Conversion, my wife had heaps of room in the front. Pump worked as it should and the 4 piece paddles did the job well. The double Deck conversion did take a minute to work out but following instructions nailed it. It's earned a spot on the back seat for our next 6 month van trip but confident between now and then it'll see lots of trips
2 adults, 2 dogs
I just wanted to let you know, that we are very happy with this Kayak. it's so stable and it's great with our 2 dogs. They have a lot of fun! Greetings from Switzerland.
Great fun
Very happy with the kayak and service. Super speedy delivery. The helpful videos and clear instructions on setting it up made it easy. The kayak rides well and the seats are really comfortable. Easy to also repack at the end. Very high quality.
Blown away by blow-up
This kayak delivers exactly what I was hoping for. Firstly, its size. Packs away into the size of a large suitcase and fits easily inside the car. No lifting heavy, solid, long kayaks onto the roof. Easily set up and packed away by one person. Big tick. Secondly, the on water performance. The drop stitch floor feels so solid under foot, not at all like it's inflatable. The built in aluminum nose and bow formers make the hull very streamlined. It glides along quite effortlessly, even in reasonably strong wind. The seats are comfortable and there is plenty of space inside to stretch out your legs. The kayak tracks very straight, so it's easy to control. It has truly changed my perception of what an inflatable craft can do. Construction looks really robust. The seams look strong, the materials appear heavy duty and able to take some knocks. I am super impressed by every aspect.
Oz Inflatable Kayaks
Thank you so much for the review, Rodney! If you have some photos we would love to get a copy as well. Happy kayaking!
Our second kayak
After owning a tandem Hobie kayak for a number of years, it was exciting to see these inflatable ones come on the market. Our hard shell had become to heavy for my wife and I to lift on the roof of the van we had and thought our days on the water were over. To see the new construction, and ease of inflating, this was a no brainer. After a couple of goes getting it ready, we took to the water again. Just awesome, it carved through the water no problem. First day we took it out twice. Love the freedom that my wife and I can again experience on the water.
Happy with our choice
We were looking for an inflatable double which could handle multi-day trips in open waters, potentially with crossings of 5-10km, and which could pack as luggage for places where it’s not so easy to do a bare-boat kayak hire, like Greece, Turkey and Indonesia. We haven’t had the chance to try this out yet in those circumstances, only had it a few weeks, but have given it a few trips in Sydney Harbour, mixed sea states, and are very pleased with how well it has performed. The drop-stitch floor is wonderfully rigid and the boat tracks well at reasonable speed (considering it’s an inflatable!). It’s a bit of a drag washing and drying it after trips but that’s the price of the portability. Also haven’t tried packing for overnight in it yet, that will be the next test, it doesn’t have a lot of below deck space so I guess we go alpine! Overall a fine boat, good build quality, attention to detail, and excellent design. Service from Oz Inflatable was great, very fast delivery
Love this Kayak
Excellent sales service
Love it so much.
It's changed our lives. We live on a sailing boat and this is our car/coral-viewing-hoverboard. I love that we can use it alone or together, and I can transport it and inflate it myself (and I am small with a small car.)
Better than expected for Grey Nomads
After doing a bit of kayaking in our younger days, as grey nomads we thought it would be nice to be able to paddle as we travel round. Due to space constraints an inflatable kayak was the logical solution, however I thought it would be at best a bit of a compromise. Well I was very wrong, this is great kayak, stable, fast, easy to paddle, all the things you would expect of a tradition kayak and then it packs away into a bag, that is easy to stow away at the end of the day. Brilliant product. Would recommend it for any couple wanting to spend some pleasant hours on the water.
Elite Kayak
Very happy with this kayak, great quality
Advanced frame convertible elite kayak
I can not tell you how pleased I am with my new kayak. It tracks so well and is ideal for fitting a kayak sail. All trials so far are exemplary but I will let you know after I have finish circumnavigating Bali and paddling down the rivers and lakes of Europe.
Very happy
The AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak is fantastic, after the initial set up, it is so easy and quick to get going. They paddle so well. Fits kids and dogs. And even the odd rock or stick in the shallower streams does not worry them.
Convertible Elite Kayak
I have used the product once only in a estuary with family. All 6 adults could manage the craft confidently as the craft was surprisingly stable. The set up time easy inflation is fiddly (see below), further the craft is compact and easy to carry by an adult, particularly as a backpack. Only criticism is why the need for three different inflation valve types? one for the side walls, a different one for the floor bladder, another different one for the seat back rests/ front left and right bladders. Is time consuming /fiddly/ annoying and lends itself to displacement/ loss of valve connection pieces. Could be easily trimmed to at least two different connection types at most, hence three stars.
Advanced frame convertible elite kayak
This kayak is easy to set up and folds up to a compact size. In the water it is very stable and paddles well. There is enough room and buoyancy for 2 people. It will be great for holidays in that I don't need to worry about a kayak on my roof racks. Overall very happy with my purchase. Mark McKay
Amazing Kayaks & Service
We absolutely love our kayak. It is easy to travel with, inflate & deflate. I must admit that I was worried that the kayak would get a puncture from our dogs toe nails as they are big dogs but due to the quality of the materials & the design, this will never happen. We have been out 3 times and have had an absolute blast and we can't wait for more kayaking adventures. The service from Emily & her team was fantastic. They were happy to answer any questions before, during & after the sale and delivery was very fast. I would highly recommend buying one of the OZ inflatable Kayaks!! Jo Whiteside, Brisbane
Kayaking in Eden NSW with Ellie B
Great advice, excellent service and fast delivery, was delivered in 24hrs. Easy to assemble and very stable in water. Seems to be very tough and well built. Thanks Emily. Paul Akid
AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak
Being complete novices the Kayak tracked extremely well, we only had operator paddle stroke timing issues. Setup was straight forward & will only get better with practice. It will give us years of enjoyment. Emily was great with all my questions before purchase.
Great way to experience Sydney Harbour
Fantastic! Easy to set up, very stable, so much fun!
Enjoying our new sport!
We purchased an Advanced Frame Convertible Elite kayak a couple of weeks ago, and have loved using it. It is surprisingly easy to inflate and deflate, and the inflatable was definitely the way to go as we can go to all different points of Sydney Harbour, unlike some of our friends with hard shell kayaks who are restricted to starting from one point. Kayaking seems to be getting more and more popular at the moment, with at least 10 friends owning them, so I’m looking forward to making kayaking a regular social event every couple of weeks. We have yet to try kayaking with Ziggy, our Labrador, but have already bought him his life jacket just in case he decides to jump out somewhere deep. Emily is also amazing to deal with - super helpful and informative.
Our only regret is not doing this sooner …
Everything about purchasing this Advanced Elements Elite Convertible Kayak has been brilliant The website provides excellent information , the pre sales discussion with Emily was brilliant, the purchase was straightforward, the courier delivery (from Qld to Sydney mid Covid) was super fast, the instructions and descriptions and complete and accurate … and now to the good stuff !! The kayak is easy to assemble, it does require some attention to detail but it’s simple. The first time took about 15 mins, by the 4th trip I got it down to 8 minutes and wasn’t rushing. It’s brilliant on the water and takes my wife, myself and dog with ease. The drip stitch floor makes everything so stable. I’ve converted it to a single seater and it’s awesome .. so fast and agile. Unpacking isn’t a problem but you do need to spend time ensuring you clean any muck out. I think the pack down last time was about 15 mins. TBH getting it back into the bag is a bit fiddly but not a problem. All in all I couldn’t recommend it more highly - and our experience isn’t unusual as we’ve met 2 other of Emily’s customers on the water (the kayaks are distinctive on the water) who both said the same about the experience. Don’t wait - you won’t be disappointed !!