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BOTE Argo Aero Tandem Inflatable Fishing Kayak - 2 Person

The BOTE Argo Aero is a two-person inflatable fishing kayak made of PVC. It is rated for 750 lb and weighs 41.4 lb. That is a lot of load capacity for a light boat. It suits anglers who want a tandem inflatable they can carry without much trouble.

Best for: Two anglers, or one angler with a lot of gear, who want a tandem inflatable that is light to carry.

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Pros

  • Seats 2 people.
  • Rated for 750 lb, the same max load as the Bris 14.1 ft in this group.
  • Weighs 41.4 lb, about half the Bris at 84 lb.
  • PVC construction.
  • Sold as a fishing kayak, so it is aimed at anglers.

Cons

  • No length or width listed, so you can't judge how roomy or stable it is from the specs.
  • Floor type, tube diameter and air chamber count are not listed, so we can't compare them with the Bris.
  • No owner feedback is available yet, so we can't say how it holds up on the water.
  • Only listed on Amazon.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you need full specs before buying: the listing gives no length, width, tube size, air chamber count or floor type. If those details decide it for you, the Bris 14.1 ft lists all of them, including a drop-stitch floor and 5 air chambers.

Specs

Every value with where it came from.

MaterialPVCAmazon listing
Person capacity2 peopleAmazon listing
Max load750 lbAmazon listing
Weight41.4 lbAmazon listing

Specs we couldn’t verify are left out rather than guessed.

Verdict

On paper the Argo Aero is a light two-person fishing kayak with a high 750 lb load rating. The missing dimensions and construction details leave real gaps, so check them with the seller before you buy.

Based on published specs and common owner feedback. We don’t test products ourselves. How we choose

Questions

How many people does it hold?

It is a tandem kayak for 2 people.

How much weight can it carry?

The max load is 750 lb.

How heavy is it?

It weighs 41.4 lb. The Bris 14.1 ft in this comparison weighs 84 lb.

What is it made of?

The material is PVC.

Does it have a drop-stitch floor?

The listing doesn't say. The Bris 14.1 ft does list a drop-stitch floor.

Alternatives to consider

BOTE

BOTE Koda Aero Inflatable Kayak

A pair of paddlers, or one paddler with gear, who put a low carry weight ahead of maximum load capacity.

Capacity
2 people
Weight
31.9 lb

Bris

Bris 14.1 ft inflatable kayak (3-person)

Paddlers who want a long inflatable with a high load rating and a stiff drop-stitch floor for a small group and their gear.

Length
14 ft 1 in
Capacity
2 people
Floor
Drop-stitch
Weight
84 lb

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