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The Aquatec Hudson inflatable kayak is a single-seat kayak built from tough PVC with a drop-stitch reinforced floor. It weighs just 12kg and packs down small enough for the included carry bag. That makes it easy to fit in a car boot or store in a cupboard when not in use.
Once inflated it measures 300cm x 90cm x 25cm and holds a maximum user weight of 130kg. The kayak has three separate air chambers, so if one loses pressure the others keep you afloat. Deck bungees at the front and rear give you space to strap down extra kit.
It comes with a detachable seat, a hand pump, a collapsible paddle and a carry bag. No extra purchases needed before your first paddle.
Using the included hand pump, most people inflate the kayak in around 10-15 minutes. The flat tubes need 3-5 PSI while the airmat floor needs 8 PSI. Having a pump with a pressure gauge helps you hit these figures accurately, though some buyers have reported needing to adjust the pump nozzle washer to get an airtight seal.
The single-seat Hudson holds up to 130kg. This includes the paddler's body weight plus any gear on board such as a dry bag or fishing equipment. One reviewer weighing around 95kg (15 stone) confirmed the kayak stayed stable with kit loaded on top.
Yes. Aquatec markets the Hudson as the intermediate option in its range, sitting below the professional-grade Ottawa model. Reviewers note it's easy to assemble and stable enough that leaning over the side doesn't tip it, which makes it a reasonable choice for people new to kayaking.
It's built from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) with a drop-stitch construction on the airmat floor. This combination gives puncture resistance and keeps the floor rigid once inflated, rather than sagging under your weight like a basic air mattress.
Yes. Every Hudson kayak ships with a collapsible paddle, a hand pump, a detachable seat and a carry bag. Tandem versions include two seats and two paddles instead of one.
Deflated and folded, the kayak fits into the supplied carry bag, small enough for most car boots or cupboard storage. Some reviewers have suggested a backpack-style bag would be more convenient to carry than the standard bag, given the 12kg weight.
Yes. Reviewers have tested it on both flat lakes and sea conditions, reporting good tracking and manoeuvring in both. One reviewer noted it kept pace with rigid hire kayaks across open bays, though performance in heavy surf or choppy water hasn't been extensively tested by buyers.
A few reviewers have mentioned the plastic paddle holder clips on the side are too small to fit the supplied paddle comfortably and can interfere with your paddle stroke. Some buyers also reported receiving units with light surface marks, possibly from being used as display or return stock. It's worth checking your kayak on arrival for any pump gauge faults or seal issues.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Aquatec |
| Model | Hudson (Intermediate) |
| Colour | Orange |
| Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Seating capacity | Single or Tandem (Double) |
| Weight (single) | 12kg |
| Weight (tandem) | 17kg |
| Length (single, inflated) | 300cm |
| Width (single, inflated) | 90cm |
| Height (single, inflated) | 25cm |
| Length (tandem, inflated) | 420cm |
| Width (tandem, inflated) | 60cm |
| Height (tandem, inflated) | 25cm |
| Max user weight (single) | 130kg |
| Max user weight (tandem) | 170kg |
| Number of air chambers | 3 |
| Floor type | Reinforced drop-stitch airmat |
| Recommended PSI (flat tube) | 3-5 PSI |
| Recommended PSI (airmat floor) | 8 PSI |
| Cargo storage | Deck bungees front and rear |
| Included seat | Detachable comfort seat |
| Included pump | Hand pump |
| Included paddle | Collapsible paddle |
| Included storage | Carry bag |
| Tandem accessories | 2 seats, 2 paddles |
| Customer rating | 4.3 out of 5 |
