Full drop-stitch construction is amazingly rigid, all the way up to it’s 249kg capacity
Compatible with the ePropulsion Vaquita Propeller
Low profile kayak design and removable fin gives you wonderful paddling performance – straight and fast
Stable with a wide-open cockpit – great for dogs, kids, fishing
Simple set up – inflate 2 chambers, clip on the seat, insert fin, go!
Quick to dry and pack away – just wipe down with a towel
Ideal for travelling – bag comes with wheels and backpack straps
Quality design and durable materials
If you want to be able to put on spray skirts to stay warm and dry, consider the AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite Kayak
Although the AirVolution2 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 is compatible with 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 you are doing whitewater above class 2, the StraitEdge2 Pro kayak can do up to class 3 rapids
The AirVolution2 Kayak is simple to set up. It’s anywhere from 7-12 minutes, depending what pressure you want. I only inflate to 3 PSI because I am fairly light. If you are heavier, you can go right up to 14 PSI.
The AirVolution2 is a full drop-stitch kayak and drop-stitch is about as tough as it gets when it comes to inflatable kayaks.
Dimensions
Length: 14’6″ (4.45m)
Weight: 23.5 kg
Width: 94cm
Deflated and Packed Dimensions: 98cm x 50cm x 28cm
Paddler Suitability
Maximum Capacity: 250 kg
Recommended Max. Individual Paddler Weight: 250 kg
Recommended Max. Paddler Height: Unlimited
Suitabilty
Lakes, Bays and Inland Waterways
Coastal/Open WatersReservoirs (Complies with ISO 6185-1)Rivers up to Class II Whitewater up to Class IIIDogsFishing (no rod holders)BeginnersTaking small kids Self-bailing (but there is a well with a drain hole)
Accessory Compatibility
Foot Brace (note – a different foot brace is included) Drop-stitch floor (note – the entire kayak is drop-stitch)Rapidup Sail Lumbar Seat Foot Pegs Rudder Kit Spray skirt Accessory FrameePropulsion Vaquita Propeller – via SUP fin boxRailblaza Starport Rod Holder with Railblaza Starport Adhesive Mount
Materials
Full drop-stitch construction
More About This Kayak
Set-up Time: 7.5 minutes
Warranty: 3 Years
Brand: Advanced Elements
SKU: AE3030
Dual-Stage Pump w/ Pressure Gauge
Battery Operated Inflator (batteries not included)
High-backed Seats
Foot Brace
Repair Kit
Instruction Manual
Deep Fin
Duffel Bag with shoulder straps and wheels
Paddle sold separately
Original price was: $2,697.00.$1,997.00Current price is: $1,997.00.
Stored in our Brisbane warehouse, ships in 1-2 business days.
Qualifies for 90-day “Try it on the Water” Returns
3-year warranty
Free Shipping
Availability: In stock
Package Deal
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“Its been great. Goes straight and fast, feels rigid. Easy to set up and deflate off back of yacht.“
– Craig
Amazingly Rigid
The full drop-stitch construction becomes amazingly rigid when inflated, it’s like paddling a hard-shell kayak.
Drop-stitch Construction
The main hull material used is drop-stitch and it’s VERY tough.
It can handle dog claws, fish hooks, rocks and even oysters.
Compatible with the ePropulsion Vaquita Propeller
The ePropulsion Vaquita propeller turns your kayak into a motor boat! This small but mighty propeller gives you hours of fun on the water.
Straight and Fast
The performance on the water of the AirVolution2 kayak is very impressive. The sleek, rigid hull, combined with the deep fin (removable for shallow water) allow the kayak to glide effortlessly through the water.
Stable
The AirVolution2 kayak has a nice, wide-open cockpit.
This makes it very easy to get in and out of, and great for taking kids and dogs.
Note that you can NOT use a spray skirt with this kayak.
Simple Set-up
The AirVolution2 Kayak is simple to set up. It’s anywhere from 7-12 minutes, depending what pressure you want. I only inflate to 3 PSI because I am fairly light. If you are heavier, you can go right up to 14 PSI.
Quick to Dry and Pack Away
The drop-stitch material can simply be wiped dry with a towel, so you can fold it up immediately after paddling.
Roller Duffel Bag for Easy Transport
The AirVolution2 kayak weighs only 23.5kg.
The bag has plenty of space for the pump and a side pocket for your paddle (sold separately).
Not only are there backpack straps on the bag, there are also wheels, so it’s easy to get it to and from the water.
Durable and Reliable
1. 2-way military valves and pressure relief valves
2. High-back compression moulded seats for hours of comfort
3. Below deck storage for small items
4. Drain-well collects water and allows for easy draining and cleaning
5. Drop-stitch air chambers provide rigidity and hull chine for high performance
6. Cockpit splash guard
7. D-rings and bungee deck lacing for gear storage
8. Soft grip carry handles
9. Injection moulded nose-caps for optimal performance
AirVolution2 Kayak FAQs
Performance
The AirVolution2 has a very satisfying cruising speed.
It’s one of our heavier kayaks, but it’s full drop-stitch, so the rigidity is exceptional. This rigidity helps it to glide across the water nicely.
It is, however, quite buoyant, so if you are out in strong winds, you may find that it is more wind affected than our other models.
Yes.
The hull shape encourages straight tracking and the fin (included) is a huge help.
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 AirVolution2 kayak is very buoyant and sits quite high in the water, compared to our other kayaks, so it gets a little more wind affected.
Comfort
The seat (included) has a stiff, high back, which gives you excellent support, IF you get the angle right. Note – this video is for the AdvancedFrame seat, but the same principle applies for the AirVolution2 seat.
The base of the AirVolution2 seat has some padding, but not as much lift as I would like, considering the drop-stitch floor is quite firm.
The kayak comes with an inflatable foot brace for the front paddler.
It’s more a cushion that wedges into the gap at the front of the cockpit, it is not as good as the foot braces in our other kayaks, but if you just want something to push against, it will do the trick.
There is no brace for the rear paddler, but they might be able to use the seat of the front paddler.
The seats have a high back and are adjustable, they provide good support.
What is the AirVolution2 Kayak good for?
Yes, the AirVolution2 is excellent for taking dogs.
The drop-stitch material is extremely tough and the cockpit is wide-open.
The wide flat base makes it extremely stable.
Yes.
The wide flat hull means the kayak is very stable so you can focus on fishing and relaxing.
The drop-stitch material is extremely durable, giving 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.
***Although the Accessory Frame System can be used on the AirVolution kayak, it does not fit nicely over the cockpit, so it might be too far from reach to be very practical.
You can even put on a propeller – the ePropulsion Vaquita.
Yes.
The AirVolution2 kayak is excellent for taking kids.
It’s super-stable, so the kids can have a nap and muck around without tipping it over.
Absolutely, yes!
The AirVolution2 is made from high-pressure drop-stitch, which means you have something firm and stable to step on and off of.
There’s heaps of deck space for gear if you are using it to transport your stuff to and from shore.
It has pressure release valves on both chambers, so if you want to leave it inflated on deck for a short time, it is less likely to get damaged by heat-induced over-inflation.
**Caution – do not leave the kayak inflated on the deck of the boat long term. The heat and UV exposure will damage the kayak.
Anything from 1 hour to a multi-day expedition.
The 249kg capacity means you can even take food and fresh water.
There is a huge amount of front AND rear deck space.
The kayak is very stable, so loading up the deck is viable.
Not really…
The cockpit is oversized so you can not put a spray skirt on. This means any water that comes into the cockpit is staying in there with you! For open-ocean kayaks, we prefer you take something that can protect you from swamping waves.
The AirVolution2 is also a bit more wind affected that our other open ocean kayaks, and doesn’t flex with the swell so much (‘cos it’s so rigid), so you tent to get spray coming over from the bow slapping against the chop.
No.
The AirVolution2 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 AirVolution2 Kayak good for?
Yes, but there are a few points to consider.
The key feature for beginners is stability and the AirVolution2 kayak is wonderfully stable, so no dramas there.
It’s easy to paddle, but a little more wind affected that our other kayaks, so not as easy to control.
It’s also a fairly heavy kayak at 23.5kg , and it’s quite long at 4.45m – not a big deal necessarily, just something to consider.
In my experience, seniors are looking for a lightweight kayak, and the AirVolution2 kayak is NOT the lightest tandem kayak we sell.
That’s not to say we haven’t had plenty of seniors loving it, but you would need to be confident about picking up a 23.5kg, 4.45m long kayak.
The other key features for seniors are stability and ease of getting in and out – the AirVolution2 kayak ticks both these boxes.
Yes, a child could have a go at paddling the AirVolution2 with an adult, but for two children paddling on their own, it’s a big big and heavy.
Yes!
You could pretty well fall in and fall out of the AirVolution2 kayak and you would be fine!
The kayak is very stable, the cockpit is wide-open and the sides are nice and firm. Easy peasy.
It’s going to depend on the height of the other paddler.
The seats are adjustable, so if one of you is short, you can give the other paddler more leg room.
The maximum capacity is 250kgs.
The rigidity will hold all the way up to the maximum weight.
About the AirVolution2 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 drop-stitch and it’s VERY tough.
It can handle dog claws, fish hooks, rocks and even oysters.
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 AirVolution2 is a bit of both!
You can NOT put on a spray skirt because the coaming around the cockpit is too wide.
In fact, it’s so wide that it feels like a sit-on-top kayak.
It is NOT self-bailing – any water that gets into the cockpit is staying in the cockpit (unless you get a bilge pump).
The AirVolution2 kayak is a convertible kayak – this means it has seating for 2 people to paddle in tandem, or a seat can be connected in the middle for paddling solo.
Deflated and packed dimensions are:
98cm x 50cm x 28cm
The weight is 23.5kg and the kayak bag (included) comes with detachable backpack straps and wheels.
The AirVolution2 kayak is 23.5kg.
It’s very stable, you can even stand up in it!
There is a detachable fin included with the kayak.
There is no rudder on the AirVolution2 kayak, and the Rudder Kit we sell is NOT compatible with this kayak.
Yes, the ePropulsion Vaquita can be used with the ratchet straps (included with the propeller).
• High Performance Drop-stitch Construction
• Pressure Relief Valves for proper inflation
• Bungee deck lacing and d-rings for securing gear
• Soft Grip Carry Handles
• Supportive High-back Adjustable Seats
• Below Deck Storage Compartments for small items
• Backpack Roller Duffel for easy transport
The kayak consists of two main chambers made of drop-stitch, an extremely tough and rigid high-pressure material.
The AirVolution2 Kayak is manufacted by Advanced Elements (an American company), in their factory in China
All kayaks are inflated and left overnight on the factory floor to ensure they are fully functional before shipping out.
How to use the AirVolution2 Kayak
You can review the instruction manual here:
AirVolution2 Kayak Instruction Manual
But my strong recommendation is that you take a look at the setup video:
It’s anywhere from 7-12 minutes, depending what pressure you want. I only inflate to 3 PSI because I am fairly light. If you are heavier, you can go right up to 14 PSI.
You just take off the valve covers and set the valves to deflate. Walk away for a few minutes and it’s done.
For the AirVolution2 kayak I sometimes use the deflate function of the pump because the drop-stitch chambers can get a bit stiff.
The AirVolution2 is full drop-stitch, which means the only fabric is the seat.
This means you can hose it down and towel it off, then roll it up.
If the seat is wet, just dry that separately before adding to the bag.
What to buy
• Dual-Stage Pump w/ Pressure Gauge
• Battery Operated Inflator for fast high-volume/low-pressure inflation. (Batteries not included)
• Backpack Roller Duffel
• Adjustable High-back Seats
• Removable Tracking Fin
• Adjustable Foot Brace
• Repair Kit & Owner’s Manual
You need to purchase a paddle and a life jacket as the minimum.
You can also purchase a paddle leash so you don’t lose your paddle!
We also recommend a dry-bag for keeping your gear dry.
Check out our offer for a package deal with a $49 discount, just underneath the Add to Cart button.
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.
Check out our range of collapsible kayak paddles.
The AirVolution2 kayak comes with a hand pump that has a double action for filling the kayak with air at low pressure, then can be switched over to single action to get to high pressure.
It also comes with a battery-powered electric pump, but this pump is only good for getting the kayak started, it can not achieve any sort of pressure in the kayak.
You may wish to consider getting a full-pressure electric pump, you can check out this video to understand your options:
Yes!
We offer a package deal with a $49 discount, just underneath the Add to Cart button.
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” Guarantee 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 $169 and $9 flat rate for orders under $169.
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/
For Advanced Elements kayaks, check out our list of retailers.
AUMadden voyage
We wet the new AirVolution this week while staying on Great Keppel Island. The kayak has handled the variable conditions well. It was easy for Linda to get in and out of the kayak to go snorkeling above the coral, these kayaks are very stable. The padding position is very comfortable.
AUAV2 a great kayak
Its been great. Drainage leaked a bit, could be because we threaded it a bit, maybe. Plumbing tape fixed that. Goes straight and fast, feels rigid. Easy to set up and deflate off back of yacht. Now selling our IRB
