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Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak

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Reservation for 2? The Tomcat Tandem inflatable kayak from Aire serves up fun on your local waterways with a highly durable, easily maneuverable design.

  • Mildly rockered, 3-chamber hull offers agility on the river yet tracks well on calm water
  • Thick, PVC-coated nylon I-beams offer superior strength and stability
  • PVC-coated polyester reinforces outer shell and enhances puncture and tear resistance; highly durable vinyl bladders offer superior flotation
  • Self-bailing floor quickly drains water
  • Seats with backrests offer comfortable back support
  • High-quality Summit valves make inflation easy; protective caps screw down securely to eliminate debris and accidental deflation
  • 18 pairs of cargo loops allow easy attachment of accessories and gear; large carry loops at bow and stern ease transport to the water
  • Includes repair kit: 6 x 6 in. PVC, vinyl, and urethane-coated nylon; Summit 2 valve wrench and adapter; tubing adapter; adhesive patch, prep pads; instructions and sandpaper

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Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak Specs
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Description
Best use
Whitewater kayaking
PVC-coated polyester/vinyl bladders
Inflatable
12 ft. 9 in.
38.5 inches
Unavailable
54 pounds
Not applicable
Padded / foam
2
450 pounds
None
Yes
25 x 21 x 16 inches
Material(s)
Hull construction
Length
Width
Depth
Weight
Cockpit size
Seat type
Number of paddlers
Weight capacity (lbs)
Tracking system
Foldable
Packed dimensions

Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak Customer Reviews

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Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak
 
3.6

(based on 5 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (4)
  • Stable (4)
  • Compact (3)
  • Easy to paddle (3)
  • Good maneuverability (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day trip (4)
    • Kayak camping (3)
    • Rapids (3)
    • Rivers (3)

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    2.0

    Bummer...

    By EA in ND

    from Bismarck, ND

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

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          Comments about Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak:

          Honestly it looks great, I got it after reading positive reviews. However, out of the box one of the side chambers had a leak. The interior chambers look a bit flimsy for the price. The exterior seems quite rugged. To be honest, I was quite bummed. I don't think I'll go with anything else sight unseen.

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          (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Inflatable but indestrucatable!!!

          By Nick Baughman

          from Snohomish WA

          About Me Advanced

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          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Compact
          • Easy Entry & Exit
          • Easy To Lift
          • Easy to Paddle
          • Good Maneuverability
          • Stable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Day Trips
            • Kayak Camping
            • Rapids
            • Rivers

            Comments about Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak:

            Being a whitewater rafting guide this is the perfect toy for me. I use this on class 3-5 rapids. Takes about 10 minutes to inflate using a standard foot pump and 3 minutes to wrap up. It is a bit heavy with only one person but is perfect with two people. If your looking for a single lightweight raft for packing in and hitting class 3 or lower then check out REI's packrafts. If you need something to handle epic rapids and skimming over rocks then this is the raft for you.

            Service and delivery comments:

            This product was shipped within two days. Rei's delivery has been excellent with all of my purchases so far.

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            (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Rigid, rugged and you can sail it!

            By SailorJim

            from eastern massachusetts

            About Me Advanced

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            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Compact
            • Good self-bailing feature
            • Sail kit available
            • Stable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Day Trips
              • Ocean Swells

              Comments about Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak:

              I'm more of a sailor than a paddler so what I look for is rigidity, comfort and good anchor points for attaching a sail rig. The Aire Tomcat scores well on these. It's a self-bailer with a high floor. This really keeps you dry, but it does reduce comfort ( a deeper cockpit has more possibilities for back support)

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              (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              More information

              By Bushmasta

              from Helena, MT

              About Me Recreational

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              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Compact
              • Easy to Paddle
              • Good Maneuverability
              • Stable

              Cons

              • Heavy
              • Slow

              Best Uses

              • Day Trips
              • Kayak Camping
              • Rapids
              • Rivers

              Comments about Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak:

              I've had this IK for several weeks now and take it out several times a week. It is awesome, the only drawback I've come to find is the weight, it is a bit on the heavy side. Welded seams would be nice (if I had to do over I would have upgraded and had REI special order a Strike II) but this IK will last for quite a while.

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              (10 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Great IK for the beginner and family

              By Bushmasta

              from Helena, MT

              About Me Beginner

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              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Easy Entry & Exit
              • Easy To Lift
              • Easy to Paddle
              • Good Maneuverability
              • Stable

              Cons

              • Heavy
              • Slow

              Best Uses

              • Day Trips
              • Flat Waters
              • Kayak Camping
              • Rapids
              • Rivers

              Comments about Aire Tomcat Tandem Inflatable Kayak:

              I purchased a Tomcat Tandem from REI, on the first trip I took it out on the Rogue and it handled Several Class II,III, and IV. I did it roll it on the last IV but that was our fault. This thing just plowed through the waves. Easy to control for its size. On flat water it will get sideways at time. Wind really affects on flat water also, but it does handle well. I highly recommend the Tomcat for beginners and families looking for an affordable, quality, entry level IK.
              Plenty of room, I'm 6'2 and my buddy is 5"10 we fit no problem with room to spare.

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