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Perception Tribe 11.5 Sit On Kayak
−42%
Outdoors · Rideaway Adventures

Your weekend plans now involve a paddle and a cooler

Perception Tribe 11.5 Sit On Kayak

The Perception Tribe sit-on kayak, stable and easy for beginners and lazy river days.

Deal score 6.2 · Great deal
$489.99$850.00 Rideaway Adventures's regular price

You save $360.01 at Rideaway Adventures

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Why it's a great deal

  • Rideaway Adventures lists its regular price at $850.00: 42% off by its own figures
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Specs

LENGTH
11' 5" / 348 CM
BOAT WEIGHT
52 LBS. / 24 KG
MAX CAPACITY
350 LBS. / 159 KG

About the Perception Tribe 11.5 Sit On Kayak

The Perception Tribe 11.5 is a sit-on-top recreational kayak, 11 feet 5 inches long and 52 lbs, with a 350 lb maximum capacity. It is built for calm lakes, slow rivers and easy paddling, with an open, self-draining deck and molded footrests. It suits beginners and casual paddlers who want stability and an open deck more than speed. Against sit-inside touring kayaks it is slower and heavier, but easier to climb back onto and simpler to fish from.

Best forBeginners and casual paddlersFlatwater lakes and slow riversAnglers who want an open deckPaddlers who value stability over speed
Pros
  • Stable, forgiving sit-on-top hull for new paddlers
  • Self-draining open deck is easy to climb back onto
  • 350 lb capacity suits larger paddlers and gear
  • 52 lbs is manageable for one person to car-top
  • Molded footrests and a roomy cockpit fit a range of leg lengths
Cons

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Price facts

  • This deal was $489.99 at Rideaway Adventures on Nov 9.
  • Lowest price today: $489.99 at Rideaway Adventures (checked Nov 9, 2026).
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Heavy and bulky to carry and store for one person
  • Slower and less efficient than a sit-inside touring kayak
  • Open deck collects splashes and rain
  • Hard work to paddle against wind or current
  • What reviewers say

    Owners of the Tribe line generally describe it as a stable, easy-going recreational kayak that suits beginners and casual paddlers. Most praise its stability and roomy deck, while some note its weight and modest speed.

    What people mention
    • StabilityPraisedOwners say the wide sit-on-top hull feels secure and is hard to tip.
    • WeightCriticisedAt 52 lbs, several owners find it awkward to carry and load on a roof rack alone.
    • SpeedMixedIt moves fine on calm water but paddlers say it is slow and tiring against wind or current.
    • Deck drainageMixedThe self-draining deck helps re-entry but can leave water pooling around the seat.
    • ComfortPraisedMolded footrests and the open cockpit are described as comfortable for longer paddles.

    Questions and answers

    Is the Perception Tribe 11.5 good for beginners?
    Yes. Its wide sit-on-top hull is stable and easy to re-enter from the water, which suits new paddlers on lakes and slow rivers.
    How much does the Tribe 11.5 weigh, and can one person carry it?
    It weighs 52 lbs. One person can carry it short distances, but car-topping alone is awkward; a cart or a second person helps.
    What is the weight capacity of the Tribe 11.5?
    The maximum capacity is 350 lbs, which covers most paddlers plus gear such as a cooler or fishing crate.
    Is the Tribe 11.5 fast enough for long trips?
    It is a recreational kayak, not a touring one. It is fine for a few hours on calm water but slow and tiring against wind or current.
    How does the Tribe 11.5 compare with a sit-inside kayak?
    It is more stable and far easier to re-enter, but heavier and slower. A sit-inside touring kayak tracks better and keeps splashes out, at the cost of a wet exit and re-entry.
    What are the Tribe 11.5's dimensions?
    It is 11 feet 5 inches (348 cm) long and weighs 52 lbs (24 kg), with a 350 lb (159 kg) maximum capacity.
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