The Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Expedition is a thirteen foot hybrid of a folding frame kayak and an inflatable kayak. There is plenty of on-board storage room for extended trips. It sets up in just a few minutes and is compact enough to take along on a weekend adventure. The increased length adds to the tracking performance and the improved shape increases the hull speed.

• Low center of gravity design provides good stability and easy paddling • 9 Chambers provide additional buoyancy and unique kayak shape • New Twistlok valves and high flow Spring valves allow for quick setup • Raised deck and adjustable lumbar seat provides comfort • Built-in Aluminum ribs define the bow and stern and improve tracking

Item#: 999 Length: 13' Width: 32" Weight: 42 lbs. Capacity: 450 lbs.

Part Number UPC AE1009-Y 0832994000410

Reviewer:	Paulrb02	Rating:	5	Date:	09/28/2010
Review:	This is the first kayak that I have owned. I have rented a few times. I wanted to give this kayak alot of test runs before reviewing. I entered a kayak fun race series in the area. The course is about 2 miles. I had no problem keeping up with the other 10-14 foot kayaks, and honestly if I was in better shape I could have won. The 18 foot kayaks are super fast, but I wasn't far behind.(we all start at the same place and time, about 30 kayaks). So if you are worried about being able to keep up, this kayak will do just fine with other recreational kayaks. Its really rugged and have run it up on a few things with no problems or tares. The hull is way thicker then you would think. This really is a great product, and I don't have to get a roof rack.

Reviewer:	Cathy Smith	Rating:	5	Date:	08/09/2010
Review:	We absolutely love these kayaks. They are more stable in the water than any hardshell we have used and we can pack them up and taken them anywhere without messing with a rack. It was a great decision - and they look way cooler than other inflatables!

Reviewer:	Electroman	Rating:	5	Date:	07/15/2010
Review:	First kayak I ever owned. Inflates easily and quickly with easily understood directions. Spacious cargo areas for all your extras. Although it is a one person kayak, you may need a helper to carry it.

Reviewer:	Phillip Shurtleff	Rating:	5	Date:	12/30/2008
Review:	Additional note to my previous review. I found the AE 1009 very stable. However, I tried fishing from it by casting sideways with a ten foot long surf fishing rod and reel. Very large rod and reel. The boat did move side to side a lot and since the fish weren't biting I didn't get to test hauling in a 30 inch redfish. I made all my casts inline with the bow and felt very stable. I don't think the boat is designed to support a 20 lb. fish with 20 lbs of pulling force on a 10 foot lever perpendicular to amidships. Nonetheless I did risk hooking one with the idea of keeping the bow under my rod at all times. In terms of normal paddling and boat wash catching me from the side I felt secure.

Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Expedition Manual