Top, side, and bottom view of the LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak with pump and bag
Angled front view of the LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak with accessories
Front, back, side view of the Lono Aero inflatable kayak in Bug Slinger Silver King with bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak with pump and bag
Angled front view of the LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak with accessories
Front, back, side view of the Lono Aero inflatable kayak in Bug Slinger Silver King with bag.
Rear view of woman seated in LONO Aero kayak paddling on calm water near docks.
Side view of a LONO Aero with a man and child seated, fishing rods mounted at the rear.
Side profile view of inflatable kayak setup with seat, paddle, and cooler.
Low angle water-level view of person kayaking on river with trees in warm light.

SAY GOODBYE TO COMPROMISE

The LONO doesn’t discriminate on what kind of adventures you want to take it on. Have a secret fishing hole a dozen miles deep in the backwaters? The LONO will take you there. Or maybe you’re just getting started with paddle fishing? The LONO will hold your hand gently the entire way there (except when it comes time for casting—that’s on you).
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MAGNEPOD™ Compatible

Compatible with our MAGNEPOD™ magnetic drinkware and accessory retention system.

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Pedal Drive Compatible

The Pedal Port built into the deck of the LONO Aero allows for the sold separately APEX Pedal Drive to be added to convert it from paddle driven to pedal driven.

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Fishing Machine

The extreme stability will make you feel confident when making standing casts, increasing your line of sight and casting distance. Plus, the keel guard and mounted side bite fins protect the underside, letting you maneuver into the shallows.

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Lightweight & Portable

AeroBOTE construction allows BOTE inflatable kayaks to transform from folded up travel bag into a fully functional kayak in minutes, allowing for superior ease of transportation and storage.

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Rocket Rac Compatible

The Rocket Rac features 4 rod holders that fit both conventional and fly rods. Designed to allow two for trolling and two for storage.

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Made with AeroBOTE

Constructed with our Aero Technology™ to ensure peak rigidity and performance.

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Overall rating: 4.7941175 / 5 from 34 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak is praised for its sturdiness, stability, and affordability. Customers also highlight the excellent customer service provided by the company.

Summary topics

  • Kayak Quality (45%): Many customers appreciated the kayak for its sturdiness, stability, and affordable price for a traditional hard kayak.
  • Customer Service (17%): A significant number of customers pointed out that the customer service provided by this company is excellent.

Review topics: ["looks","quality","weather","price","bag","construction","feels","issues","service","kayak","lono","set","accessory","bote","process","system","room"].

Review highlights

  • "I have no room to keep a traditional hard kayak so this is perfect for me." — Kevin H.
  • "So far, I’ve been extremely impressed with Bote the products and their customer service." — Mike G.
  • "Great product and customer service" — Clint

Reviews

Lono Aero Native Aqua Kayak

"Great design features. Side walls protect well from waves. Seat angle adjustment strap slips at times."

— William K. (5/5)

Love my new Aero Kayak

"It was a bit daunting at first with the initial set up and disassembly but I've finally got the hang of it. The best part is actually being on the water."

— Tracy E. (5/5)

LONO AERO

"So my wife and our Friends all ordered the Lono Aero, 4 total. They all were shipped promptly and arrived within a week. We couldn't wait to get started and got them all pumped up and ready to go. They are a beautiful kayak, we like very much how they pack away in the Bote bag for travel. We plan to use alot traveling this summer. The construction seems very top quality and all the accessories available are great as well. It took us a bit to get our seats adjusted to fit our individual needs, haven't been out a 2nd time to try again, however from what we can tell we are all gonna have alot. of fun playing around in rivers and lakes this summer. We don't fish and will just be using for fun and recreation, however I can absolutely see that the Bote lone would nake a great fishing kayak especially in hard to get to waters."

— Mark S. (5/5)

Great product so far. Little

"Great product so far. Little heavier than I expected but that’s ok with the quality provided"

— Susan M. (5/5)

The service was great at

"The service was great at St Pete bote shop. Thank you Mike"

— Sylvain J. (5/5)

An inflatable that performs well and looks even better

"When I inflated my Lono Aero for the first time I was quite impressed. A 12'6" watercraft that looks great, is compatible with a pedal drive and I can fold up to fit in the back of my car! On the water the Lono Aero feels very stable even with its rather high seating position. The cockpit stays pretty dry even with some light chop and wind thanks to how high it sits on the water combined with the high sides. Paddling performance seems decent for an inflatable, but the pedal drive makes the Lono Aero a real performer. Actually fishing from the Lono Aero is pretty comparable to any other fishing kayak I've been in. The lack of any sort of built in rod holders and/or much in the way of accessories mounting is a little disappointing for something marketed as fishing kayak. I've fished out of my share of plain recreational kayaks without any of the fishing kayak features so it's not a big deal for me but without the sold separately rack for holding rods it's not much more than a recreational kayak. My biggest issue is the time it takes to deflate, clean, dry, and pack up the Lono Aero. This is simply a compromise for the convenience of an inflatable watercraft, and just means I'm not likely to go out if I won't have enough time on the water to make the cleanup after worth while. Overall, I'm happy with my Lono Aero. If you want a great fishing kayak and you have the space and transportation for one you'd probably be happier with a hard shell for a similar price, but if you want a good platform for recreation and fishing that at the end of the day can fold up and go in the back of a small SUV the Lono Aero is definitely worth a look."

— Caleb B. (4/5)

BOTE KAYAK

"BOTE did a fantastic job! Love the Kayak!"

— Josh D. (5/5)

Great product, great service

"I love my bote! I had an issue with the first one I recieved. I talked to customer support and they took care of it right away! This one I was able to fill up properly and have taken it on the water twice now. Each time the fill up process has been quick and easy with the air pump I have. The way it handles on the water is so smooth. I haven’t used the apex system yet, but I put it all together and that was simple as well! Overall this product and the service provided after purchase makes the higher price point worth it."

— Stefani D. (5/5)

Excited to get out in

"Excited to get out in the water and try it out!"

— Chris G. (5/5)

I set this up in

"I set this up in my living room upon arrival to know what to expect, before taking it out to the lake. So far I'm super impressed with the quality construction and sleek look! I recommend getting a dolly or cart to transport, as the wheels on the storage bag are very small and the bag easily gets scraped unless you're on a very smooth surface. Also, it turns out to be quite heavy and akward to move since the bag is oversized in height, one of the buckles arrived broken which makes it hard to make the bag less floppy. Although the rudder, pedal drive, and, fishing rack are separate accessories, it would be nice to have a separate storage bag since neither of these items would fit (or be a good idea) to store in the same bag with the kayak. Other than that part, I absolutely love this kayak!"

— Danielle P. (4/5)

Q&A

LONO Aero APEX

A$999.00
A$999.00
A$1,260.00
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Introducing the reimagined pedal drive compatible LONO Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak. Whether you're hitting your favorite fishing spots on the weekend, gearing up for a waterborne expedition, or just hitting the local launch with your family, it's time to say goodbye to compromise.

Included Items
  • One (1) LONO Aero 12′6″ Inflatable Kayak
  • One (1) 6″ Removable Aero Center Fin
  • One (1) Pair of Slide-In Aero Rac Receivers
  • One (1) Removable Aero Sandspear Sheath
  • One (1) Pedal Port
  • One (1) Aero Repair Kit
  • One (1) Hand Pump
  • One (1) Travel Bag
Technical Specs
  • Dimensions: 12′6″L × 35.5″W × 20″D
  • Avg. Hull Weight: 23 kg
  • Capacity: 181 kg
  • Removable Top Dimensions: 53″L × 33″W × 3.5″D
  • Avg. Removable Top Weight: 4 kg
  • Removable Seat Dimensions: 24″L × 22″W × 18″D
  • Avg. Removable Seat Weight: 3.1 kg
  • Construction: Inflatable AeroBOTE Technology
  • Optimal Hull Inflation: 10-15 PSI
  • Optimal Removable Top Inflation: 10-15 PSI
  • Optimal Removable Seat Inflation: 7-10 PSI
  • Travel Bag Dimensions: 41″ L × 19″ W × 13″ D
  • Loaded Bag Weight: 33 kg

If rider weight is within 22.6 kg of a board's listed capacity, BOTE recommends upgrading to a larger capacity board.

Care + Storage
  1. Rinse off With Clean Water After each Use
    Rinsing off residue, debris, and salt water from your Aero will ensure it stays looking new for years to come. A damp cloth or Magic Eraser will also safely remove any dirt or scuffs that may have occurred while in use. 
  2. Store In A Cool, Dry Place
    When storing your Aero rolled, let it dry completely before rolling back into the bag. Always store your Aero in a cool, dry place or a shady area out of reach of direct sunlight, to avoid weakening or fading of colors.
  3. Keep Out Of Direct Sunlight When Not In Use
    Over time, the sun can both weaken the material and seams and increases the pressure beyond its design limits. If your Aero is out of the water and not in use, move it to a shady place out of direct sunlight.
  4. Reduce PSI When Not In Use
    If you must leave your Aero out of the water and in direct sunlight or choose to store it partially inflated, reduce pressure until the board is compressible by hand.
Top, side, and bottom view of the LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak with pump and bag
Angled front view of the LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak with accessories
Front, back, side view of the Lono Aero inflatable kayak in Bug Slinger Silver King with bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak with pump and bag
Angled front view of the LONO Aero APEX Inflatable Kayak with accessories
Front, back, side view of the Lono Aero inflatable kayak in Bug Slinger Silver King with bag.