Recreation

The Stingray 13.5 Tandem is one of the most popular kayaks produced by Native for many reasons. As one of the few premium tandem kayaks available for around $1,000, the Stingray 13.5 Tandem has the capability to go anywhere on both fresh and saltwater. Users will have no problem controlling this agile kayak thanks to its sleek, narrow design and molded skeg. While the Stingray 13.5 does happen to lack a few of the more popular features found on many Native kayak models, users report that it is worth every penny for those looking to get their hands on a solid tandem kayak that won’t break the bank.

Native has taken its canoe/kayak hybrid design to the next level with its Ultimate FX 15 Tandem PRO. This kayak is perfect for fishing, camping, hunting, and just about anything else users want to enjoy on the water in a comfortable, high-performance kayak. The Ultimate FX 15 Tandem PRO has all the desirable features of a canoe with the stability and performance of a kayak, making this one of the top choices for many anglers looking to get their hands on a solid tandem kayak that’s priced well-below $2,000.

Innovative and functional, the Old Town Twin Heron is a tandem kayak that’s ready to bring you a lot of fun on the water. Boasting some great performance-centric features, this boat provides an excellent paddling experience for you and your friends.

The Hobie Mirage Sport is just about everything you want in a high-performance kayak, but comes in a small, compact design that makes it ideal for car topping. This kayak is perfect for anyone looking for a great pleasure kayak, or a fishing vessel that can quickly and easily get them around any body of water. This kayak is possibly one of the best compact models on the market when it comes to overall performance.

When Hobie designed its Mirage Oasis, they set out to create a tandem kayak that fulfilled nearly all of the characteristics that users would look for in a premium, two-person watercraft. The result is a kayak that’s both comfortable and versatile, equally great for fishing and recreational use. The Oasis offers outstanding speed and agility in a way that’s perfectly suited to take you just about anywhere you want to go. The Oasis is not the cheapest boat around, but for anyone seeking a well-made, performance-driven tandem kayak, this one fits the bill in nearly every aspect.

Hobie Lanai is an ideal choice for anyone looking for a solid recreational kayak that’s packed with plenty of performance capability. Its compact size and lightweight design make it highly portable and easy to travel with just about anywhere. The kayak is designed for optimal performance and the rotomolded polyethylene hull is specially crafted to limit drag and cut through the waves. At under $1,000, the Lanai is a solid pick among the premium recreational kayaks.

The Hobie Kona is a simple, yet high performance tandem kayak that can also function as a single user kayak. It is relatively lightweight for a two-person kayak and offers a responsive, stable performance thanks to its rotomolded polyethylene hull’s design. The Kona may not have many of the features typically found in Hobie’s fishing kayaks, but the performance speaks for itself and makes this one a great choice for users looking for a solid tandem kayak that can take them anywhere.

Hobie makes a strong case for having the best tandem paddle-driven kayak on the market in 2020 with the Odyssey. This kayak is perfect for fishing, or just enjoying a day on the water in any part of the world. The Odyssey’s speed and agility are nearly unmatched by other two-person models, and it offers plenty of storage and stability to boot. This kayak also offers excellent versatility as it can be situated to seat two users, or one single user in solo mode.

The Splash II tandem has been a cornerstone model for Crescent Kayaks since the company began. The new and improved Splash II is all about versatility and fun on the water. Balancing affordability and customization, the Splash II lets users tweak it to fit their own personal needs. The Splash II is a tandem kayak which can also be paddled solo. It’s a great starter boat that is built to last and doesn’t slack on performance.

The Crescent Kayaks UltraLite lives up to its namesake by combining low weight, features and performance. The balanced nature of the UltraLite makes it a great choice as either a fishing kayak or a recreational vessel. It’s a great kayak for the aspiring angler or for a seasoned fishing enthusiast who wants to have the benefits of a shorter model without sacrificing speed, tracking and agility.

Blending comfort and performance into one versatile boat, the Lifetime Lancer 100 is a beginner-level sit-in kayak designed for fun times on the water. Although it has a relatively minimalistic construction, this boat comes with all the features you need to enjoy a casual paddle on your local lake or river.