Two paddles, one boat, zero excuses

Price facts

• This deal was $449.99 at OpticsPlanet.com on Nov 10.
• Lowest price today: $449.99 at OpticsPlanet.com (checked Nov 10, 2026).
• It's down $20.00 from $469.99 a week ago.
• Checked at 6 stores.

What reviewers say

Questions and answers

Is the Lifetime Spitfire 12T good for beginners?

Yes. The flat bottom and wide hull make it stable, and the tracking channels help it go straight with little correction. It is heavy, so plan how you will move it to and from the water.

Does it come with paddles?

Yes. A kayak paddle and paddle keepers are included. Two paddlers may want a second paddle, since the listing shows one paddle in the box.

How does it handle on open water?

It is best on lakes, ponds and slow rivers. The flat bottom is stable but slow, and wind or chop on large open water will wear out tandem paddlers.

Can one person paddle it alone?

It can be paddled solo, but the tandem layout puts you off-center unless you add weight forward. Most buyers use it as a two-person boat.

How do you transport it?

At 12 feet and rotomolded HDPE, it needs a roof rack or trailer and a second person or a loader. Tie it down at the bow and stern for highway travel.

Is the Spitfire 12T worth it against a touring kayak?

If you want stability, a tough hull and room for two on calm water, yes. A narrower touring kayak is faster and easier to carry but less forgiving and needs more care.