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product_id: 579285
title: "Challenger Inflatable Kayak Series: Includes Deluxe 86in Kayak Paddles and High-Output Pump – SuperStrong PVC – Adjustable Seat with Backrest – Removable Skeg – Cargo Storage Net"
brand: "intex"
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# SuperStrong PVC for ultimate durability 2-person capacity with spacious cockpit Removable skeg for precise directional control Challenger Inflatable Kayak Series: Includes Deluxe 86in Kayak Paddles and High-Output Pump – SuperStrong PVC – Adjustable Seat with Backrest – Removable Skeg – Cargo Storage Net

**Brand:** intex
**Price:** 640021CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛶 Paddle Boldly, Pack Lightly, Adventure Daily!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Challenger Inflatable Kayak Series: Includes Deluxe 86in Kayak Paddles and High-Output Pump – SuperStrong PVC – Adjustable Seat with Backrest – Removable Skeg – Cargo Storage Net by intex
- **How much does it cost?** 640021CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- intex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted intex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Steady as You Go:** Removable skeg enhances tracking and stability, so you maintain a smooth, straight course even on windy days.
- • **Pack Light, Go Far:** Weighing just 32.67 lbs and foldable into a compact carry bag, this kayak is perfect for urban explorers and weekend warriors alike.
- • **Inflate, Paddle, Repeat:** High-output pump and included deluxe paddles make setup effortless—get on the water faster and with less hassle.
- • **Built to Brave Any Water:** SuperStrong enhanced PVC resists impacts and abrasions, ensuring your kayak stays adventure-ready season after season.
- • **Room for Two, Space for More:** Generous 11.6 ft length and adjustable seats provide unmatched comfort and legroom for you and your paddling partner.

## Overview

The INTEX Challenger Inflatable Kayak is a rugged, 2-person inflatable kayak crafted from SuperStrong PVC for exceptional durability and abrasion resistance. Measuring 11.6 feet long with adjustable, removable seats and a removable skeg for enhanced stability, it supports up to 400 pounds. Included are deluxe 86-inch paddles and a high-output pump, all foldable into a lightweight 32.67-pound package ideal for easy transport and spontaneous water escapades.

## Description

desertcart.com : INTEX Challenger Inflatable Kayak Series: Includes Deluxe 86in Kayak Paddles and High-Output Pump – SuperStrong PVC – Adjustable Seat with Backrest – Removable Skeg – Cargo Storage Net : Sports & Outdoors

Review: Great for first-timers and EXTREMELY durable - ----I purchased the Intek Challenger K1 to try kayaking and see if I enjoyed it enough to warrant spending $500-$600 on a solid-shell vessel. I spent the first few weeks paddling around a small lake behind my home and had no complaints. The Challenger is easy to inflate, easy to deflate, and fitting it back inside the carrying bag was easy as well. I would recommend purchasing a higher quality paddle because the one that comes with the Challenger is a bit short and not very durable. After approximately three weeks of use my paddle cracked, but since the packaged deal was so cheap I didn’t mind purchasing a new one. ----After about two months of paddling around in small bodies of water, some friends of mine and I decided to go on an 11 mile trip down a popular local creek that we heard was ideal for inner-tubing and kayaking. In hindsight, that decision turned out to be one of the worst we had ever made. Our trip took place in early May, 2011, and just two weeks prior much of our area was devastated by tornados. The creek was low, so we all drug out kayaks through ankle-deep water for the first half-mile. Once the water deepened a little bit we were kayaking like some pros, but at around the three mile mark we encountered some trees that had fallen across the creek. I was particularly nervous since my kayak was the only inflatable of the bunch, but I threw it on top of the pile of trees, climbed up beside it, threw it down into the water, and began cruising again. Less than 5 minutes after our first climb over trees, we encountered several more fallen trees. Again, I threw my Challenger on top of the pile of trees, climbed up beside it, threw it down into the water, climbed in, and paddled on. We all kept telling ourselves that we had to have gone through the worst of it, but the fallen trees we kept coming up on proved us wrong. The estimated three-hour casual kayaking trip we planned turned into 8 hours of tossing or pulling kayaks on top of tree piles (most of which were 10-12 feet high), dragging kayaks through shallow water, and navigating around all of the household items (lawn mowers, refrigerators, etc.) the tornados had dropped in the creek. About four hours into the trip I was hoping that my Challenger would get a hole in it so that I would have had a good excuse to scale the wall of the creek, walk to the nearest road, and call someone to come pick me up. Unfortunately, none of the abuse my Challenger received that day fazed it….not one single hole! ----After the “trauma” of that trip I decided kayaking was not for me and I draped my Challenger over a fence in my yard to dry. The kayak remained on top of that fence in blistering heat, rain, and cold for the next 9 months. In early 2012, I finally removed the Challenger from my fence, folded it up, put it in its bag, and stuck it in my shed. Recently I decided to give kayaking another try so I broke out the old Challenger and pumped it up to see if its time on the fence had damaged it. The Challenger pumped up as easy as the day I bought it, and it did not have a single leak. ----Overall, I would say that the Intek Challenger K1 Kayak is a great product and ideal for beginners or those who have to walk long distances to get to where they are going to be paddling. The kayak, paddle, and pump are relatively lightweight and easy to carry in the included case. As I said before, I would recommend purchasing a separate paddle since the one that comes in the kit is not the best quality. The Challenger does not glide through the water like most high-dollar solid-shell kayaks, but it easy to paddle and steer. If you are like I once was and want to try kayaking without investing a lot of money, the Intel Challenger K1 is what you need.
Review: Best purchase this summer!!!! - Bought this for the convenience of living in an apartment + budget friendly vs a real kayak and honestly it’s great. I’ve only taken it out once so far, but it’s SO easy. It comes with everything in a big fabric bag that weighs about 30lbs. And the raft itself has 2 spots to blow up. I didn’t use the pump provided, I used a super small rechargeable electric one which worked wonders. But this size is great for one or two people. If you want to relax on the water this is perfect for a solo adventure. I attached one seat instead of two and was able to lay in the kayak more like a raft with the seat as a pillow and was super comfortable. Took me a minute to realise I was t even sitting up properly to kayak because I was so comfortable with all the room! There’s space in the front and back, I was able to put the cloth bag in the back and had tons of leg room. I just put a towel down. Paddles were solidly sturdy too. I’ve seen some comments about dogs in them and that’s next on my list. I’m going to take my pug out once I get a yoga mat or something to lay down, but it was great. I was on the water for about 4 hours and didn’t have any issues with it deflating or anything. The only caveat I noticed was it did get pushed around by the wind pretty easily when I was trying to just lay. Could be because of the kayak shape or most likely because it’s inflatable. But otherwise it was great.

## Features

- Plastic
- Imported
- ✔ SUPER-STRONG – SuperStrong enhanced molecular formulation PVC provides superior strength and durability, ensuring high impact and abrasion resistance
- ✔ LOW PROFILE DESIGN – The Challenger K2 has a streamlined low-profile design that is perfect for easy paddling in lakes and mild rivers
- ✔ COCKPIT SEATS – Built with removable and adjustable seats, the cockpit design is spacious and comfortable, providing plenty of room for your legs and gear
- ✔ REMOVABLE SKEG – Attached to the underside of the kayak, the removable skeg provides directional stability, making it easier to maintain a straight and steady course while paddling
- ✔ 2-PERSON CAPACITY – Inflated size is 11.6 feet x 2.6 feet x 1.3 feet with a weight capacity of 400 pounds and easily foldable to be put in the carry bag that allows for easy transportation

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00177FIJ8 |
| Brand | Intex |
| Brand Name | Intex |
| Color | green/blue |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 35,201 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 06941057463063 |
| Included Components | skeg |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 138"L x 30"W x 15"H |
| Item Type Name | Kayak |
| Item Weight | 32.67 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Intex |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 6941057463063 |
| Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Material Type | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Model Name | Challenger |
| Model Number | 68306NP |
| Seating Capacity | 2 |
| Style | 2-Person |
| Style Name | 2-Person |
| UPC | 078257314928 |
| Unit Count | 602.24 Ounce |
| Warranty Description | 90-Day Limited Manufacturer |
| Weight Capacity Maximum | 400 Pounds |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Intex
- **Color:** green/blue
- **Item Weight:** 32.7 Pounds
- **Material:** Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- **Style:** 2-Person

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Hi! I'd like to purchase an Intex Challenger K1 Kayak. How long does it take to inflate, assemble, disassemble and deflate? thank you!**
A: I had the same question and this setup video was super helpful for me: https://youtu.be/6sKhIEEFxSY b/c u can watch a high school girl inflate and assemble everything in real-time (shows you how do-able it really is).  Personally I was getting confused hearing everyone's opinion on how long it would take but watching someone, I could judge a lot easier :) I've found that just the Kayak can be inflated in about 3 min.  And then inflating the other items, assembling the paddle, etc. can all be done in about 7-8min or under 10min no problem. And one helpful trick when deflating it is to approach it like you're rolling air out of an air mattress. Doing that works a lot better than trying to fold up the Kayak to get the air out. Hope that helps!

**Q: how does it work in a river were it can drag on rocks at times**
A: I've now had this particular kayak for 3 years. and i had the model right before it for 2 years(gave to a friend). both have held up wonderfully to everything including being beached and scooting my self and the kayak across the shallow rocks, i've run into twigs and branches, over submerged logs and snails and run into other sharp edges with absolutely no cuts or tears, no slow leaks. and not only am i not easy on this thing, i myself weigh 40 lbs over the weight limits and i usually carry 20-30 lbs of stuff with me on it. i absolutely love this thing, it easily fits back in its bag and goes in the trunk. when/if it ever pop's i will be getting another one.

**Q: IS THIS PRODUCT DURRABLE?**
A: I've had mine for just over a year and used it 10 times (1x on the river and 9x in lakes). I've been pretty careful not to rub on rocks or anything and always store in a cool shed, but do empty and fold up after each use. Now there is a hole, along a seam on the bottom that won't hold the patches provided. Hopefully using HH-66 vinyl cement like has been recommended will fix the issue.

**Q: We lost the removable skeg on our Intex Challenger K2 Kayak and were wondering if we could buy a replacement part?**
A: If you're looking for the 6" skeg I can confirm that 12181 on the Intex website fits. As of 7/1/19 it's $3 for one and shipping is $5.  https://www.intexcorp.com/replacement-parts/sporting-goods/sport-series-boats/kayaks/12181-skeg-for-kayaks/

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for first-timers and EXTREMELY durable
*by J***6 on July 12, 2013*

----I purchased the Intek Challenger K1 to try kayaking and see if I enjoyed it enough to warrant spending $500-$600 on a solid-shell vessel. I spent the first few weeks paddling around a small lake behind my home and had no complaints. The Challenger is easy to inflate, easy to deflate, and fitting it back inside the carrying bag was easy as well. I would recommend purchasing a higher quality paddle because the one that comes with the Challenger is a bit short and not very durable. After approximately three weeks of use my paddle cracked, but since the packaged deal was so cheap I didn’t mind purchasing a new one. ----After about two months of paddling around in small bodies of water, some friends of mine and I decided to go on an 11 mile trip down a popular local creek that we heard was ideal for inner-tubing and kayaking. In hindsight, that decision turned out to be one of the worst we had ever made. Our trip took place in early May, 2011, and just two weeks prior much of our area was devastated by tornados. The creek was low, so we all drug out kayaks through ankle-deep water for the first half-mile. Once the water deepened a little bit we were kayaking like some pros, but at around the three mile mark we encountered some trees that had fallen across the creek. I was particularly nervous since my kayak was the only inflatable of the bunch, but I threw it on top of the pile of trees, climbed up beside it, threw it down into the water, and began cruising again. Less than 5 minutes after our first climb over trees, we encountered several more fallen trees. Again, I threw my Challenger on top of the pile of trees, climbed up beside it, threw it down into the water, climbed in, and paddled on. We all kept telling ourselves that we had to have gone through the worst of it, but the fallen trees we kept coming up on proved us wrong. The estimated three-hour casual kayaking trip we planned turned into 8 hours of tossing or pulling kayaks on top of tree piles (most of which were 10-12 feet high), dragging kayaks through shallow water, and navigating around all of the household items (lawn mowers, refrigerators, etc.) the tornados had dropped in the creek. About four hours into the trip I was hoping that my Challenger would get a hole in it so that I would have had a good excuse to scale the wall of the creek, walk to the nearest road, and call someone to come pick me up. Unfortunately, none of the abuse my Challenger received that day fazed it….not one single hole! ----After the “trauma” of that trip I decided kayaking was not for me and I draped my Challenger over a fence in my yard to dry. The kayak remained on top of that fence in blistering heat, rain, and cold for the next 9 months. In early 2012, I finally removed the Challenger from my fence, folded it up, put it in its bag, and stuck it in my shed. Recently I decided to give kayaking another try so I broke out the old Challenger and pumped it up to see if its time on the fence had damaged it. The Challenger pumped up as easy as the day I bought it, and it did not have a single leak. ----Overall, I would say that the Intek Challenger K1 Kayak is a great product and ideal for beginners or those who have to walk long distances to get to where they are going to be paddling. The kayak, paddle, and pump are relatively lightweight and easy to carry in the included case. As I said before, I would recommend purchasing a separate paddle since the one that comes in the kit is not the best quality. The Challenger does not glide through the water like most high-dollar solid-shell kayaks, but it easy to paddle and steer. If you are like I once was and want to try kayaking without investing a lot of money, the Intel Challenger K1 is what you need.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best purchase this summer!!!!
*by A***W on May 11, 2026*

Bought this for the convenience of living in an apartment + budget friendly vs a real kayak and honestly it’s great. I’ve only taken it out once so far, but it’s SO easy. It comes with everything in a big fabric bag that weighs about 30lbs. And the raft itself has 2 spots to blow up. I didn’t use the pump provided, I used a super small rechargeable electric one which worked wonders. But this size is great for one or two people. If you want to relax on the water this is perfect for a solo adventure. I attached one seat instead of two and was able to lay in the kayak more like a raft with the seat as a pillow and was super comfortable. Took me a minute to realise I was t even sitting up properly to kayak because I was so comfortable with all the room! There’s space in the front and back, I was able to put the cloth bag in the back and had tons of leg room. I just put a towel down. Paddles were solidly sturdy too. I’ve seen some comments about dogs in them and that’s next on my list. I’m going to take my pug out once I get a yoga mat or something to lay down, but it was great. I was on the water for about 4 hours and didn’t have any issues with it deflating or anything. The only caveat I noticed was it did get pushed around by the wind pretty easily when I was trying to just lay. Could be because of the kayak shape or most likely because it’s inflatable. But otherwise it was great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Convenient, but not for taller people.
*by S***. on June 7, 2026*

I have used this for 2 summers so far and it has held up very well. I just use it for light paddling in smaller lakes. It is great for calm waters. The kayak itself is good quality for the price. The paddle it comes with is also good quality. The pump is pretty cheap feeling but it does do the job. The kayak is easy to pump by yourself and get ready. Usually takes me only 5 minutes or less to get everything ready to go out. It stores easily in the back of your car as well. After kayaking out on the water it can be challenging to fit it back in the case it comes with. I may end up buying a large plastic tote to store it in. As far as the overall size of the kayak goes - it is very small and not the most comfortable for taller people. The weight limit is 220 lbs. I am about 125 lbs, and 5'5 for reference. It is bearable for me to sit in but I do wish there was a little more leg room. Overall its a good kayak for the price and to have something easy to store and transport, it is more convenient for someone like myself that struggles to get a kayak on top of my SUV.

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