Is this kayak good for beginners?

Yes. The wide beam and I-beam floor make it stable, and the skeg helps it track. It is best kept to lakes and mild rivers.

Can it handle rivers or open water?

Only mild, slow rivers and calm lakes. The thin vinyl and low freeboard make it a poor choice for whitewater, surf or windy open water.

With the included hand pump, expect roughly 10 to 15 minutes of steady pumping. A separate electric pump speeds this up.

It includes two oars, two seats with backrests and a hand pump. You still need life vests, which are not included.

Intex rates this model for two adults within its stated capacity, but keep gear light. Overloading reduces freeboard and stability.

Deflate fully, clean and dry it before folding, and keep it out of sun and heat. Store it indoors to protect the vinyl.

At Lowe's, for $369.46, as of our latest check.

8 stores we checked sell it, including trapski.com, vminnovations.com, Walmart, eBay, Peach Frog.

$369.46at Lowe'sObserved at 6:47 AM

Compared across 8 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.