No Need to Compromise, The BOTE LONO Fishing Kayak
Awarded 2021 ICAST Best of Category
Known as the ‘Ultimate Fishing Inflatable’, the LONO Aero Inflatable Kayak will transform your kayak fishing and SUP fishing experience. You can get creative by leveraging this inflatable kayak to the max, or keep it simple by using it for quick and easy afternoon paddle. when your done, it can easily be packed down into the wheeled travel bag and loaded in the trunk or back seat.
The LONO offers a unique four-chamber design for maximum versatility. Constructed in AeroULTRA™ military-grade PVC, the LONO Aero Inflatable Kayak is truly unmatched in durability, performance, and portability. Sit on top with an adjustable seat back, remove the top chamber for stand up paddling, and float the top chamber as a separate platform. The Bote LONO Inflatable kayak comes with a 2 year warranty.
Pick your preference when it comes to style because the LONO Aero Inflatable Kayak is offered in three sleek designs. Keep it classic with a cool gray and seafoam color blocked Native design. If you need to blend in with the elements on your next kayak fishing adventure, the Verge Camo is wrapped in our custom, modern-military spin on a classic camouflage design. Or go with a custom color-blocked design finished with a tarpon scale inspired treatment in the Bug Slinger™ Tarpon edition. Whatever the style, elevate your next fishing excursion with the LONO Aero Inflatable Kayak.
Add the reimagined APEX pedal drive compatible LONO Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak. For hitting your favorite fishing spots on the weekend, gearing up for a water borne expedition, or just hitting the local launch with your family, it’s time to say goodbye to compromise.
The Ultimate Fishing Machine
The extreme stability will make you feel confident when making standing casts, increasing your line of sight and casting distance. Plus, the keel guard and mounted side bite fins protect the underside, letting you maneuver into the shallows.
Technology: AeroUltra Technology
Constructed with our Aero Technology™ to ensure peak rigidity and performance.
Rocket Rac Compatible
The Rocket Rac features 4 rod holders that fit both conventional and fly rods. Designed to allow two for trolling and two for storage.
Pedal Drive Compatible
The Pedal Port built into the deck of the LONO Aero allows for the sold separately APEX Pedal Drive to be added to convert it from paddle driven to pedal driven. The APEX Pedal Drive is a hands-free, pedal-powered system. The APEX has a 10:1 gear ratio for smooth, efficient pedaling as well as wide pedal foot platform with comfortable straps, a clear viewing port-hole, no-touch forward and reverse, and a spring-loaded, kick-up rudder to prevent damage.
Lightweight & Portable
AeroBOTE construction allows BOTE inflatable kayaks to transform from folded up travel bag into a fully functional kayak in minutes, allowing for superior ease of transportation and storage.
The LONO Aero Rolling Travel Bag
In a matter of minutes, you can transform this inflatable from something that fits in a backpack to a fully functional watercraft—which means supreme ease of transportation. And even if you live in a upstairs apartment, you can store this full size kayak.
Perfect for these Skill Levels
BEGINNER INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED
For the person who wants speed, packability, portability, versatility, durability, and a pedal-driven option, the LONO Aero paired with the APEX Pedal Drive delivers. Use the LONO Aero by itself as a kayak or SUP, or add in the APEX Pedal Drive to take things to the next level. Never before have all of these features and benefits been available in one easy-to-use, delivered direct-to-your-door, badass package.
Technical Information
Brand | Bote Boards |
Best Use | Angler |
Paddling Level | Beginner / All Level Paddlers |
Type | Inflatable SUP |
Material(s) | Military-grade PVC |
Length | 12’6″ |
Width | 35.5″ |
Thickness | 20″ |
Boat Weight | Hull Weight 51 lbs / Seat 7 lbs / Removable Top 9 lbs |
Packaged Weight | Bag Weight Average 73 lbs |
Weight Capacity (lbs) | 400 lb. max weight |
Inflation Valve | Halkey-Roberts Valve |
Hull Inflation | 10-15 PSI |
Removable Seat Inflation | 7-10 PSI |
Removable Top Inflation | 10-15 PSI |
Fin System | 6″ Removable Aero center fin and 2 molded sidebites |
Add-on Option | Apex Pedal Drive & Rudder Kit |
Warranty | 2 Year |
Included in Box | LONO Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak, Pedal Port, Center & Sidebies Fins, Pair of Slide-In Aero Rac Receivers, Removable Aero Sandspear Sheath, Hand Pump and Carry Bag. |
Bote LONO Kayak Key Features
MAGNEPOD™ ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT POINT
The MAGNEPOD™ magnetic base is a revolutionary, tool-less drink retention system that makes securing your BOTE magnetic drinkware a snap.
APEX PEDAL PORT
The Pedal Port features a clear removable cover that allows for the LONO Aero to be fitted with the sold separately Apex Pedal Drive unit, converting the LONO from standard kayak to pedal driven kayak.
APEX LINK BAR CONNECTOR
The Link Bar Connector allows for the sold separately Apex Pedal Drive to be secured onto the LONO for pedal driven operation.
POWER-POLE® MICRO ATTACHMENT POINT
This attachment point allows for the sold separately Power-Pole® Micro to be mounted for battery-powered shallow water anchoring.
D-RING TIE-DOWN POINTS
D-Rings on featured on the nose of the kayak allow for light towing.
RUDDER STEERING ATTACHMENT POINTS
These attachment points allow for the rudder steering on the sold separately Apex Pedal Drive unit to be installed on either the left or right side of the LONO Aero.
BUNGEE STRAPS
Bungees located in the nose of the kayak as well as on the removable top on the rear allow for extra gear storage.
REMOVABLE AERO PADDLE SHEATH
The Aero Paddle Sheath can be attached to either the left or right side of the LONO Aero, allowing you to use the sold separately Sandspear as a shallow water anchor.
VELCRO PADDLE STRAPS
Two sets of velcro paddle straps are located on both the left and right side of the LONO Aero, allowing you to store a sold separately kayak paddle or Sandspear, freeing up space on the floor of the kayak.
VELCRO STASH POCKETS
Velcro Stash Pockets can be attached to both the left and right sides of the LONO Aero for extra storage.
KULA PORT
A KULA Port located on the removable top at the rear of the LONO Aero can be used to secure a sold separately KULA 5 Cooler.
SLIDE-IN AERO RAC RECEIVERS
Aero Rac Receiver attachment points located on the removable top of the LONO Aero allow for the use of a sold separately Rocket Rac.
ACCESSORY MOUNTING POINT
An accessory mounting point on the nose of the kayak allows for any 1/4:20 accessory attachment.
GRAB HANDLES
Redesigned to be the most comfortable Grab Handle found on any paddlecraft. No more numb fingers or weak leverage while transporting your kayak.
6″ REMOVABLE CENTER FIN
A 6″ center fin that is removable with tethered attachment pin that allows for ease of transport and storage.
MADE WITH AEROBOTE
Constructed with our Aero Technology™ to ensure peak rigidity and performance.
FOUR CHAMBER CONSTRUCTION
TLONO is constructed with four independent chambers making it extremely stable and durable.
REMOVABLE TOP & SEAT
Removable top & seat allow for you to convert the LONO Kayak into a stand-up paddle configuration. Top can also be used alone to float your cooler or other items.
SELF-BAILING COCKPIT
LONO can rid itself of unwanted water by funneling it out through the stern.
SIDEBITE FINS
These fins are molded into the hull for increased tracking.
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