Paddle Kayaks · Fishing
I used to laugh at inflatable fishing kayaks. Then I stood on a drop stitch floor that felt like a dock and stopped laughing.
I used to laugh at inflatable fishing kayaks. Then I stood on a drop stitch floor that felt like a dock and stopped laughing. The Wilderness Systems iA.T.A.K. 110 is built with the same kind of high pressure drop stitch construction as premium paddle boards, and when it is pumped up it is shockingly rigid. The whole boat packs into a backpack roller bag you can toss in a car trunk.
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Published specs: 11 feet long, 38 inches wide, 44 pounds, and a huge 650 pound max capacity. It is paddle powered and comes with the pump, an electric inflator, a tracking fin, a repair kit, and the backpack bag.
Who the iA.T.A.K. 110 Is For
This kayak is for the angler with no roof rack, no garage, and no trailer who still wants a stable fishing platform. Apartment dwellers, RV travelers, and anyone who flies to fishing trips will love that it rolls up into a bag. It also fits the angler who wants a second boat for travel while the hard hull stays home. If you fish rocky rivers full of sharp hazards every weekend, a hard hull may give you more peace of mind.
To haul your kayak, we recommend Malone kayak trailers. See them here.
Stability and Handling
The drop stitch floor inflated to high pressure creates a firm standing platform, and the 38 inch beam gives you room to move. The ErgoBoost seat design helps here too, since the seat can fold into a booster that raises you up for sight casting. Wilderness Systems’ patented Fishbone displacement hull uses a molded nose cap that pushes water aside for better tracking with less effort. A removable tracking fin helps it run straight. It will not be quite as fast as a hard shell of the same length, but it paddles well for an inflatable.
Seat and Comfort
The ErgoBoost seating system is one of the most comfortable seats I have seen on an inflatable. It is adjustable, sits you high for a good field of vision, and folds into a booster so you can sit or stand while casting. There is a comfortable EVA seat pad and under seat storage for small items. Adjustable footrests let you dial in your leg position for long paddles.
Storage and Rigging
Wilderness Systems did not skimp on rigging. You get an aluminum accessory rail, four integrated universal accessory mounts, stainless steel D rings, front bungee deck lacing, an action camera mount, and a large stern tankwell with a traction pad. The silent traction pads keep things quiet when you shift around. With the rail and mounts, adding rod holders and a fish finder is straightforward, and the included battery powered inflator plus the dual stage hand pump with a pressure gauge get you on the water fast. For the battery, I recommend the WattCycle 12V 100Ah mini LiFePO4 battery with Bluetooth — it runs most 12V trolling motors up to 55lb thrust plus a fish finder, and it’s compact and light.
For electronics, we recommend the new Accuphy Ping Live Mini live sonar system. It retails for $699. See it here.
Paddle Performance
Inflatables have a reputation for paddling like a pool toy, but the iA.T.A.K. 110 breaks that mold. The drop stitch floor and Fishbone hull give it hull speed comparable to a hard shell kayak, with tracking that genuinely surprised me. It is not a speedster, but for working shorelines and crossing small lakes it performs well. Wind will catch the tall sides more than a low hard hull, so plan your paddling angles on breezy days.
Honest Drawbacks
It is an inflatable, and that comes with tradeoffs. Setup takes 10 to 15 minutes of pumping, and teardown plus drying takes time after the trip. Sharp hooks, oyster shells, and rocky launches demand more care than a rotomolded hull. The 650 pound capacity is impressive, but that is a max rating, not a comfort rating. It is also priced like a premium kayak, so you are paying for the portability engineering. And like all inflatables, long term durability depends on how well you care for it.
Wilderness Systems iA.T.A.K. 110 Inflatable Fishing Kayak FAQ
How long does it take to inflate?
About 10 to 15 minutes using the included battery inflator for the high volume work and the hand pump with gauge to hit final pressure.
Can you stand and fish in the iA.T.A.K. 110?
Yes. The drop stitch floor at full pressure is firm enough to stand on, and the 38 inch width plus traction pads make it stable.
What is included in the box?
A dual stage hand pump with pressure gauge, a battery operated inflator, a backpack roller duffel bag, a removable tracking fin, and a repair kit.
Is it durable enough for fishing?
The drop stitch construction is tough and puncture resistant for normal fishing use, but treat it with more care than a plastic hull around sharp rocks and shells.
Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length | 11 ft |
| Width | 38 in |
| Weight | 44 lbs |
| Capacity | 650 lbs |
| Drive type | Paddle |
Where to Buy
If the Wilderness Systems iA.T.A.K. 110 Inflatable Fishing Kayak sounds like your kind of boat, check the current price:
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