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Sandbanks Optimal - Double Seater Drop Stitch Inflatable Kayak Package

  • £589.00
  • Regular price £799.00
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The Sandbanks Optimal Double Seater is an inflatable, drop-stitch kayak that truly excels on the water and is designed to feel just like a solid kayak, without compromising performance.
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Free Home Delivery on Canoes & Kayaks in England, other areas below. Canoes and Kayaks are hand delivered by our own team Monday - Sunday. Avoiding any potential damage or loss from couriers:

England: Free of charge! (2-14 Days)
Wales - £45.00 (3-14 Days)
Scotland - £95.00 (5-14 Days)
Northern Ireland - £65.00 (5-14 Days)

You can return your item(s) within 60 days of the purchase date.

Clearance products are non-returnable.

If you have any questions about our returns process, feel free to reach out. 

Email: shop@flowkayaks.co.uk

Phone: 01156480631

We check prices daily. Found it cheaper elsewhere? Let us know and we'll do our best to match or beat the price.

Our mission at Flow Kayaks is to bring you the very best of paddlesports, as quickly as possible, at the best price.

Try on at home and if you're not totally happy, make use of our 60 Day No Stress Returns policy.

The Sandbanks Optimal Double Seater Drop Stitch Inflatable Kayak is designed for paddlers who want enhanced performance, control, and efficiency on a wide range of water conditions. Featuring a V-shaped hull, this kayak cuts smoothly through the water, delivering improved tracking, speed, and stability; especially in choppier conditions such as coastal waters, open lakes, and moving rivers.

Unlike flat-bottom kayaks, the V-shaped hull design allows the Optimal to glide more efficiently and maintain a straighter line with less effort, making it ideal for longer paddles and more demanding environments. Whether you're an adventurous beginner or a more experienced paddler, this kayak offers a confident and responsive ride.

The refined shape of the latest Optimal model enhances both stability and handling, giving you better control when conditions become less predictable. Combined with a spacious deck and integrated storage straps, there’s plenty of room for your gear, dry bags, and essentials for extended trips on the water.

Built using high-density drop-stitch technology, the Optimal Inflatable Kayak delivers exceptional rigidity and strength, closely replicating the feel of a hard-shell kayak. The durable PVC-reinforced outer shell provides added protection against abrasions, impacts, and wear, ensuring long-lasting performance across a variety of environments. This premium construction makes the Optimal a high-performance inflatable kayak built for more challenging conditions.

The Optimal Inflatable Kayak is backed by an industry-leading 5-year kayak warranty, giving you long-term peace of mind and assurance in the durability and quality of your investment. Designed to perform and built to last, it’s a kayak you can rely on wherever your adventure takes you.

Available as a single or double, and in both orange and turquoise, the Optimal is perfect for solo paddlers and pairs looking for a versatile inflatable kayak.

Paddle Upgrade: For £50.00 per paddle an upgrade to a fibreglass paddle is available.

What's in the box?

  • Top-quality Bravo two-stage pump  
  • x2 Lightweight 4-piece aluminium kayak paddles
  • x2 Removable kayak seats
  • Foot rest for rear seat
  • Lightweight, hardwearing WHEELIE rucksack with room to pack everything
  • Removable slide and clip fin
  • 5 year warranty

Special Features:

  • V-shaped drop stitch hull for extra stability in choppier water
  • Low rail profile for better tracking in windier conditions
  • Two pvc-reinforced drop stitch chambers, top and bottom
  • Luggage straps front and rear

Full Specification:

  • Length: 14’
  • Width: 34’’
  • Thickness: 10 cm top +10 cm bottom
  • No. of Chambers: 2 (Top deck + bottom)
  • Kayak weight: 17.3 kg
  • Package weight: 25.9 kg
  • Max Person: 2
  • Max Capacity: 280 kg
  • Package Size: 98 cm x 54 cm x 36 cm
  • Inflation Pressure: 12 psi

Expert Advice & Order Hotline: 01156480631


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Dated: August 2025

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FAQs

Website, email and telephone orders are processed and dispatched the same day (no dispatch on Sunday). Sunday's orders are dispatched Monday morning.

Clothing, kit and other boxed goods are shipped via Royal Mail Tracked 48 as standard. This is usually free for orders over £25. There is an option to add next day (Tracked 24) at checkout for an additional fee.

Inflatable SUPs and Kayaks are shipped on a DHL next day service, this is also free.

Kayaks and Canoes are usually hand delivered by ourselves Monday - Sunday, within 7 days of order. We will contact you to arrange the delivery slot. This is free if the delivery is in England and Wales. There is a fee of £65.00 for Scotland and Northern Ireland, these may also come via trusted courier.

Paddles will come via DHL or DX and other trusted couriers on a next working day service.

Click and Collect is free from our Nottingham shop and items are usually ready within an hour. If you'd like to check that you can make a same day pick up, please call us on 01156480631.

60-Day Returns Period

You can return your item(s) within 60 days of the purchase date. To qualify for a return, the item must be:

  • In its original condition, unused, and undamaged in a re-saleable condition.
  • Accompanied by the original proof of purchase (receipt or order confirmation).

Refunds

Refunds will be processed as soon as possible upon receiving your returned item, please allow up to 5 working days from the received delivery back at our warehouse.

Refunds will be issued to your original payment method.

How to Return an Item

Bring the item to our store or send it back via a trackable shipping service to ensure safe delivery. Include your proof of purchase, if available. If you are shipping the item back to us, please note that you are responsible for the shipping costs unless the return is due to a defect or error on our part.

Exceptions

Clearance Items: These items are not eligible for return or refund unless they are defective.

Customised or Special-Order Products: Returns are not accepted unless the product is defective.

Exchanges

If you wish to exchange your item, please contact us, and we’ll do our best to find a suitable replacement. Exchanges are subject to product availability.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our returns process, feel free to reach out. 

Email: shop@flowkayaks.co.uk

Phone: 01156480631

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