Want a compact kayak that is amazing in all kinds of conditions, but can be set up in under 5 minutes? The Flying Solo Kayak Package is like combining a rigid inflatable stand-up paddle board with the already amazing AdvancedFrame inflatable kayak – a match made in heaven! You get a kayak that glides super straight and fast and is quick and easy to set up. The basis of this package is the AdvancedFrame inflatable kayak and the Drop-Stitch Floor. See below for why the AdvancedFrame is a great choice if you are flying solo.
Want to go on a multi-day expeditions across open ocean
Might be beginners, but want to be able to use correct paddling technique
Are NOT going in Full Whitewater and Whitewater Class III
Here’s why this is our bestselling solo kayak
Speed
The rigid Drop-Stitch Floor has very little drag in the water, so you can go faster than the regular floor allows.
Straight Tracking
The hard Drop-Stitch Floor creates corners on the hull of the solo kayak, which helps the kayak to glide straight in the water.
Versatile
You can take a casual paddle on a flat water, or go fully enclosed with the spray skirt if you are in cold weather or open ocean.
Comfortable
The seat is very supportive for your back. If you want some cushioning under your bum, you can use the regular low-pressure floor, it is nice and soft.
Stable
The wide flat hull allows you to relax when you are paddling and the rigid floor is easy to step in and out of.
Durable
Let’s be clear – the AdvancedFrame kayak is NOT a pool toy!
Advanced Elements have crafted a puncture-resistant inflatable kayak that won’t let you down.
I have been paddling the AdvancedFrame range for over a decade now, and I have never had to do a repair.
Dual main air chambers for safety – if one chamber of the inner tube is compromised, the other will still function
Durable triple layer PVC tarpaulin hull so you don’t have to worry about damage on rocks
Multi-layer material design for protection of the inner tubes – there is very little risk of puncture
Compact and Lightweight
At 16kg, the AdvancedFrame Kayak is very easy to carry and it packs up into a bag for travelling. Or, you can just leave it in your car.
Quick and Easy Set-up
The AdvancedFrame Kayak is a simple (yet ingenious) design that allows you to be out on the water within 5 minutes. The DS floor can remain in the kayak when it is folded up so you just inflate it when you want to use it – no complicated installation required.
AdvancedFrame Kayak Specifications
LENGTH: 10’5″ (3.18m)
WEIGHT: 36 lbs (16 kg)
COLOUR: Red/Gray
BRAND: Advanced Elements
LAKES, BAYS, INLAND WATERWAYS: Yes
COASTAL/OPEN WATER: Yes
SELF-BAILING: No
WIDTH: 32” (81cm)
MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 300 lbs (136 kg)
DEFLATED AND PACKED DIMENSIONS: 32″ x 17″ x 10″ (76cm x 43cm x 25cm)
The AdvancedFrame and the AdvancedFrame Sport inflatable kayaks are the same length, width, and look like the same design… so why did Advanced Elements create two of them? Checkout our video below..
AdvancedFrame Kayak vs AdvancedFrame Sport Kayak from Advanced Elements
You can purchase the inflatable foot brace to go with your AdvancedFrame Kayak. A lot of paddlers swear by foot braces for encouraging good paddling technique and for supporting the lower back.
The AdvancedFrame kayak has very good back support – the seat backs are high and stiff with adjustable straps to get the angle right.
The AdvancedFrame kayak is not huge inside, but you can unzip the front deck so your dog is not cramped into a cockpit.
The soft floor can be at risk from doggy claws, I recommend purchasing either the Drop-stitch floor or the Dura-floor to protect it.
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 …).
It’s got a soft floor, which can make it a little difficult to step into and out of. I’d recommend upgrading with the high-pressure drop-stitch floor if you are going to be using it as a tender quite often.
It’s suitable for almost all water types, including open ocean.
It’s not our biggest kayak, but there is still quite a bit of deck space and capacity (136kg) for gear if you are using it to transport your stuff to and from shore.
You would want to open the zipper on the cockpit before putting the kayak in the water.
**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.
Anything from 1 hour to a multi-day expedition, depending on how much gear you need to stow.
If you have to pack a huge amount of stuff, I suggest looking at our AdvancedFrame Expedition Elite, which has a higher capacity and more storage space.
But if it’s not a massive amount of gear and you are not a huge person, you can definitely do a multi-day trip in the AdvancedFrame kayak.
The kayak is very stable with a low centre of gravity, so loading up the deck is viable.
The AdvancedFrame 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.
The key feature for beginners is stability, and the AdvancedFrame kayak is wonderfully stable, so no dramas there.
The design is so good, that it’s super-easy to paddle straight.
At 16kgs, it’s light enough for most people to lift.
The zipper on the deck makes it easy for people to get in and out.
And best of all, it’s incredibly versatile, so if you find yourself going from beginner to adventurer, you can do open ocean and multi-day expeditions in it!
In my experience, seniors are looking for a lightweight kayak, and at 16kg, the AdvancedFrame kayak is fairly lightweight.
We have other kayaks that are lighter, but the AdvancedFrame does give a great balance of versatility and performance. So if you think you can handle the weight, it’s a great choice for seniors.
The other key features for seniors are stability and ease of getting in and out – the AdvancedFrame kayak ticks both of these boxes.
You can adjust the seat straps to bring the seat closer to the front of the kayak, or further back in the cockpit to give you more leg room.
When I say “about 6’2”, it’s hard to be precise. Whether you fit in the kayak is more a function of leg length, rather than overall height. It also depends on how you like to sit in the kayak – legs straight requires more space than legs bent.
I have found that the rigidity of the kayak starts to drop off at around 90kg, at which point I recommend getting the high-pressure drop-stitch floor. This floor dramatically increases the rigidity (and therefore performance) of the kayak in the higher weight ranges.
