
9/10 Overall Rating
Pelican Sentinel 100X Kayak
- Multi chine flat bottom hull for stability
- Measures 9'6"" and weighs 44 lb for easy transport and storage
- Made using patented Ram-X materials for durability
- Comes with ExoPak removable storage compartment
- Additional flotation inside the hull to meet or surpass ABYC Standards
- Maximum capacity of 275 lb
The Pelican Sentinel 100X Kayak is an excellent choice for those looking to explore the great outdoors. This kayak provides a perfect balance of stability, maneuverability, and portability in a lightweight package. Whether you are fishing on your local lake or navigating tight spaces in mangrove swamps, this kayak has got you covered. With its adjustable foot pegs and comfortable seating position, it's easy to stay comfortable while paddling long distances. And with its fishing layout and durable construction from Quebec-based manufacturer Pelican International, you can rest assured that this product will last for years to come.
The Sentinel X100 is truly impressive when it comes to tracking straight across open water - something which many smaller craft cannot boast about. It glides quickly through the water without too much effort on behalf of the paddler; however there are some drawbacks worth noting before making a purchase decision. The most obvious one being that the seat sits in a non-draining well which means your bottom will remain wet throughout your journey! Additionally, there are several molded areas of the deck that capture and retain water as well as an inadequate seatback providing little support.
That said, I think this is still an excellent option if you plan on sticking to calmer waters such as lakes or bays where waves won't be an issue due to its low freeboard height (though heavier people may want to look elsewhere). Plus, at such an affordable price point it’s hard not to recommend this product - especially if you're just getting into kayaking or don't need all the bells and whistles found in more expensive models.
In my experience using various different types of kayaks so far (including inflatable ones), I have found that the Sentinel X100 offers by far the best comfort levels thanks largely due to its stable foot rests compared with other models I’ve tried out previously. Furthermore it also moves decently despite being relatively lightweight meaning I can easily take it off my car roof without help should I need too – although grip points could be improved here since currently only one exists per side.
Overall then I am delighted with my purchase and would highly recommend buying this product if leisurely exploration is what you're after! Its light weight makes transporting easy whilst also offering enough stability for even novice users who aren't yet confident enough with their skillset - plus let's not forget about how great it works for taking furry friends along too!
Pros
- Excellent balance of stability, maneuverability, and portability in a lightweight package
- Adjustable foot pegs and comfortable seating position
- Tracks straight across open water
- Glides quickly through the water without too much effort
- Affordable price point
- Excellent comfort levels
- Moves decently despite being relatively lightweight
- Great for leisurely exploration
- Light weight makes transporting easy
- Offers enough stability for even novice users
Cons
- Seat sits in a non-draining well
- Molded areas of the deck that capture and retain water
- Inadequate seatback providing little support
- Low freeboard height
- Grip points could be improved
Pelican Sentinel 100X Kayak Rating
The Pelican Sentinel 100X Kayak is a great choice for outdoor exploration, offering a balance of stability, maneuverability and portability. It is lightweight and tracks straight across open water, and is comfortable to use thanks to adjustable foot pegs and a comfortable seating position. It is an affordable option for those just getting into kayaking, and is suitable for calmer waters such as lakes or bays. It is also great for taking furry friends along too.