Lifetime Lotus 8 ft Sit-On-Top Kayak, Blue (90112)

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this kayak three years ago as a gift and I have had so much fun with it! It is incredibly stable (my grandchildren climb off and on it with me and it barely rocks), tracks nicely on our lake and has all the features I wanted for flat water. The customer service from Lifetime has been exemplary. I have only had two issues in three years - the front handle broke and the drain plug tether broke resulting in the loss of the drain plug. Both times it was easy to contact Lifetime and they quickly sent me replacements and their agents were very pleasant. I also purchased Lifetime children's kayaks for my grandchildren from which they have received many hours of entertainment.

Easy for us to put in the truck bed (with ends sticking out) and carry down to the water together. Comfortable to sit in. Not super stream-lined, but still fun for paddling around the lake. Paddles come apart and snap together easily, but they are black, so the poles get hot in the sun. The pole are also a little slippery when wet. We will get gloves for next time, so that won't be a problem. I'm glad we bought them.

These kayaks are my favorite purchase this year. Comfortable, easy to maneuver, adjustable seat, with cup and fishing pole slots. They are light, making them easy to transport. Both my husband and I are novice kayakers. Since purchasing these, we have been on the water every day. The delivery guy from the shipping company was super friendly and communicated with us well before delivery date. The kayaks arrived earlier than expected and in perfect condition. Finally, I am thrilled that these are made and designed in the USA.

I bought 2 of the lotus 8 ft sit on top kayaks two years ago. After much use the seats have broken. This company response was very prompt and they are sending replacement seats. Very happy with the service and will definitely buy their products in the future!

Just from unwrapping and readying to use (water is still too cold). Good size. I have 10' ones and they are hard to fit in the bed of my truck, harder in general to move about on land. These 8' are perfectly adequate in size. I love the hard seat back it was perfect with a towel over it for sweat wipe offs. The absolute best was picking them up to store and/or move about on land! Grabbing the hand hole in the middle it fit perfectly under my arm and because they are not 10' long so much easier to walk with. Of course they are lighter but they are sturdy. Great buy!