Aquaglide Navarro 110 Kayak
Summary
Price At Time Of Writing | £699.00
Our Overall Rating | 75 out of 100
Pros - Stable, comfortable
Cons - Wider so harder to paddle, slow drying, poor tracking
Overall - Beginner friendly and comfortable, just hard to dry
Technical Specifications
Open Size - 335x90cm
Weight - 12.4kg
Load Capacity - 113kg
Packed Size - 63x58x28cm
Our Analysis & Ratings
The Aquaglide Navarro 110 has a lot of plusses: stability, comfort, and ample storage space suitable for overnight trips. The noticeable downside of it, though, is the lack of speed, and setup and pack down. We also find it hard to manoeuvre around due to its bulky width. However, it is definitely priced decently, which is just right for its entry-level standard.
Performance (speed, tracking, manoeuvrability, stability, load handling): 4/10
Speed: The kayak manages to speed up in a straight line, though it requires more work from the paddler as it tends to drift a lot.
Tracking: The single fin at the bottom should've helped with tracking, but to us it didn't seem to make a big difference.
Manoeuvrability: It's wider than usual kayaks, making it harder to handle, but it helps with stability.
Stability: As just mentioned, it’s very stable, so it's perfect for beginner paddlers.
Load Handling: It has ample storage space suitable for overnight trips.
Construction (materials, seams, valve quality, durability and fittings): 5/10
Built with strong ripstop polyester covering, this basic PVC kayak is well constructed but lacks the quality finish and firmness that we see in higher end kayaks.
Setup/Pack Down (inflation time, valves, folding and drying): 4/10
The actual inflation itself isn't difficult, however the kayak has mismatched valves, which makes the process of inflation longer as you have to switch pump parts. The drainage hole in the floor saves you from having to tip the whole thing over to get water out, but because the PVC is covered in fabric it can take a while to dry out after use, especially if we're having a wet summer.
Portability (weight, packed size, ease of carrying): 6/10
Lightweight and compact at 12.4kg, this will easily fit in your boot ready to go, or fit neatly in storage, however it does sacrifice a bit of quality in materials to drop the weight.
Comfort (seat support, legroom, fatigue over distance): 6/10
Here's where we were really impressed: the strong seat was comfortable to sit in for hours, and we never felt cramped in the spacious cockpit. You won't be disappointed with the spacious storage for longer trips.
Value for money:
It is definitely priced decently, which is just right for its entry-level standard, particularly for beginners who value stability and comfort over speed and quick pack down.
Best for:
Beginners who want a stable, comfortable kayak
Overnight trips or longer outings, thanks to the storage space
Paddlers who don't mind a longer drying process
Those preferring comfort over speed and manoeuvrability
Overall:
Recommended for beginners who like a comfortable and stable kayak, but with a little compromise on pack down.
