Advanced Elements Strait Edge 2 Kayak Review

Strait Edge 2 Kayak

The Strait Edge 2 Self-Bailing Kayak from Advanced Elements provides the performance and handling capability of a hard-shell kayak and the convenience and portability of an inflatable kayak – it’s so sporty and unique, you’ll have complete strangers asking questions about it!

Strait Edge 2 Kayak Features:

• Built-in Aluminum ribs define the bow and stern, and improve tracking.
• Self-bailing ports with plugs.
• Hefty duffle carrying bag, maintenance kit, instructions.
• Two adjustable padded back supports/seats.
• Rod holders.
• Six chambers utilizing advanced inflation valves.
• Molded low-profile rubber handles.
• Durable double-coated PVC-coated nylon w/tarpaulin fabric; 2 layers of material.
• Electronically welded seams.
• Bungee deck lacing to hold extra gear on the air bags.
• Quick access mesh accessory pocket.
• Dimensions: Length 13 ft, width 35 inches.
• Weight: 47 lbs, max load 500 lbs.
• Easy storage, portable, packs into convenient duffle bag with a folded size of 39.5x18x12.75 inches.
• Durable, lightweight and compact – inflates in minutes!.
• Designed to be used in flat water to salt water and rivers class I-III.
• New manufacturer’s warranty.

Pros and cons

Pros

• The Strait Edge 2 is extremely comfortable for either one or two persons, extremely easy to assemble and inflate.
• The Strait Edge 2 is easy to handle.
• Very comfortable to paddle.

Cons

• Making the Kayak go straight is difficult.
• This is not a fast kayak.
• A high price tag.

Conclusion

If an inflatable is what you are looking for, this model is one of the finest on the market, and well worth the slightly inflated price tag over other models.
The superior tracking puts it in a class of it’s own, and is something that will really make a difference to your overall kayaking experience.