Razor Kayaks X2 High-Pressure

Summary

Price At Time Of Writing | £1195.00

Our Overall Rating | 96 out of 100

Pros - Durable, comfortable and easy to use

Cons - Expensive but made well

Overall - An incredibly easy-to-setup and paddle kayak

Technical Specifications

Open Size - 473x71cm

Weight - 16.4kg

Load Capacity - 317kg

Packed Size - 90x55x45cm

Our Analysis & Ratings

The Razor Kayaks X2 High-Pressure Kayak was one we rated as the best inflatable kayak a couple of years ago. It's a Tech-Stitch kayak that has a firm floor and sides, so much so that it doesn't even feel as though you're in an inflatable kayak. It's easy and comfortable to paddle with friends for hours at a time and has enough storage to bring everything you need while you're out on the water.

Performance (speed, tracking, manoeuvrability, stability, load handling): 9/10

Speed: The X2 effortlessly glides through the water. The smoothness of the hull's PVC outer means there's very little friction against the water and we found it to be very easy to paddle. Due to its Tech-Stitch construction, the X2 feels as though it's a hard-shell kayak.

Tracking: Its longer, narrower shape means it effortlessly glides through the water and tracks very well in a straight line.

Construction (materials, seams, valve quality, durability and fittings): 10/10

In the world of tandem kayaks, the Razor X2's PVC construction is extremely durable, with two non-inflatable seats, two footrests and a removable skeg. It has a reinforced bow, firm floor and sides and is longer and narrower than the average kayak.

Setup/Pack Down (inflation time, valves, folding, and drying): 9/10

The three Halkey-Roberts valves allow for quick inflation, with the seats and footrests easy to clip and thread onto their D-rings. The smooth PVC surfaces allow for easy drying, while deflation is a simple depressing of the valves to let the air out.

Like many inflatable kayaks, we found it does need to be folded a particular way to get it back into the bag, but the bag is quite large and roomy, so it's not too difficult to get back in.

Portability (weight, packed size, ease of carrying): 8/10

The Razor X2 is easy to carry, with the kayak and accessories like paddles, pump and life jackets all easily carried on your back. The bag also has wheels if you're on smooth ground.

It is a larger package than some of the cheaper kayaks on our list, but for the quality, it's relatively portable and lightweight.

Comfort (seat support, legroom, fatigue over distance): 10/10

The seats are firm and provide great support, with the footrests easy to adjust and providing a good surface to push against. There's enough space for two people to stretch out their legs without the kayak being too long to handle, and the firmness of the drop-stitch floor means more of your paddling energy goes into moving the kayak along rather than sinking into a spongy floor, making the paddling experience itself more comfortable.

Value for money:

It's hard to go past a kayak that's so comfortable, easy to set up and pack down, and comes at a reasonable price, which is why the X2 High-Pressure remains one of our best 2-person inflatable kayak in the UK.

Best for:

• Two people paddling together for extended sessions

• Paddlers who want a hard-shell feel from an inflatable

• Storage and day-long outings

• Paddlers wanting a comfortable, spacious tandem setup

Overall:

With its excellent performance, the X2 High-Pressure is one of our best 2-person inflatable kayak picks in the UK.