I researched almost all inflatable kayaks prior to purchasing the Almanor 130 and I believe I made the right decision. Everything is well thought out, especially the portability. I read many people having problems repacking with some brands, Driftsun provides a true solution for transporting this kayak from the parking lot or wherever down to the water. The bag can be carried by two people using straps on either side, or one person using a central strap, or one person using the built-in shoulder straps (my favorite). The shoulder straps are great but you need to have something to "park" the bag on like a bench or picnic table when you go to get in or out of it as bending down to the ground is a bit hard at least for me. I'm only 128 lbs. and the whole package is about 45 lbs. on your back. A second person could help lift it on or off your back. But when you think about it, your entire ride is in that bag; the kayak, paddles, seats, foot rests, keel, pump and I even had room for two self-inflating life vests. Inflating is very easy with the supplied pump, takes about 10 minutes, stick on the keel, place the seats and footrests where they're comfortable for you, assemble the paddles and you're ready to go. There's space in the bow and stern to roll up the bag and place the pump if you didn't want to return them to your car. The floor is solid enough to stand up on when getting in and out and you're not going to tip this thing over, the side tubes are very wide. The seats are well padded and provide plenty of back support and are easily adjustable depending on how straight you want your back. Both my wife and I are 128 lbs. and we find sitting between the side tubes they are right up against our hips, not tight but comfortable. However, if you are significantly wider in the hips you might find it a "snug" fit. Paddling the Driftsun is a breeze even in a breeze. We are using it mostly on lakes and protected rivers, it tracks surprisingly straight when paddling. When my wife got tired, I had no problem paddling it myself a half mile or more across the lake with a pretty stiff wind blowing. Construction looks good as the material is heavy and has extra protection (rubber skeg under the bow) for beaching and added padding where your hands or paddles would rub on the side tubes. We got compliments from other kayakers immediately upon inflating and while on the water, the color scheme and overall look is very pleasing on the eye. As with any inflatable, you want to make sure its dry before storing but its not necessary for just transporting. We wiped the water off with a towel after returning and in 10 minutes it was mostly dry. The fabric top holds wetness versus the rubber underside. We deflated and packed everything back into the bag (keep the foam protector that's supplied with the keel mount as it protects the rest of the hull from getting an indentation when folded up). After we get it home I do a partial inflation and leave it outside until the topside and inside edge of the side tubes where they contact the floor are dry. Overall we are very happy with this purchase and look forward to taking it camping with us. It comes with repair patches but no glue as its considered dangerous goods and can't be shipped by air. However, a quick call to the company in CA and you'll receive a small tube in the mail with a couple of more patches. I really can't find any fault at this point, we've only used it twice and I'll update with some photos and any useable information going forward. On a very minor note, I might look for longer paddles at some point to reduce water dripping off the ends and into the boat. Even though there are rubble washers supplied for each end of the paddle to keep water from running down the handle, water still comes off the paddle and wets the top of the side tubes. This is VERY minor since you're in a kayak after all, not a motor yacht.I was so looking forward to taken this Kayak out in the water. However, as I was inspecting the Kayak I noticed frayed lines on the middle center of Kayak also the one zipper in the back was missing the end piece.I never had a chance to take it in the water. the good thing about the Kayak it looked very durable, it was easy to inflate and deflate. All my essential parts were fine. other then the Frayed lines and missing end piece of Zipper it looked great. I'm thinking about buying the same one hopefully the one I bought was just an overlook mistake when packing it.Thanks,AllieOnly used it once in a small lake. It was more comfortable than the two hard shell kayaks I also brought along. It was easy to inflate and deflate with a cordless pump. It Wraps up nice to fit in a bag that is much easier to transport to places than the hard shells. There are benefits to both hard and soft shell kayaks.....Im please with this dritsun so far.We like the kayak, but the PSI gauge on the pump does not work. Is there a way that we can just get a replaced pump or do we have to return the entire kit? If we have to return the entire kit, can we please purchase a new one at the same price we paid in July?I’m so glad I purchased this kayak. It’s easy to inflate and deflate,is comfortable to paddle around in and is easy to carry and stow. Customer service is responsive and friendly. The only glitch is the pin that secures the fin tends to snap. But, Driftsun was quick to replace it.Love the quality but to sit in this kayak you better have a 32” waste cuz if you’re a bigger guy like me ordering a kayak that will support me and my back… it’s sad that I can’t fit in it very well… be advised!!!Love the Kayak and company went above and beyond to replace this item when we had an issue with it!!!! Be sure to follow the rules on inflation psi and do not tie down the inflated boat causing air to be unevenly dispersed throughout.Used it once, concerned that one out of two that we purchased lost air on one side and the floor. Going again ina couple weeks and will see what happens.