LONO Aero 12′6″ Bug Slinger™ Silver King Inflatable Kayak
DESCRIPTION
Introducing the reimagined pedal drive compatible LONO Aero 12′6″ Bug Slinger™ Silver King Inflatable Kayak. Whether you're hitting your favorite fishing spots on the weekend, gearing up for a water borne 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 (3.81 m) × 35.5″ W (90.17 cm) × 20″ D (50.8 cm)
- Avg. Hull Weight: 51 LBS (23.13 kg)
- Capacity: 400 LBS (181.44 kg)
- Removable Top Dimensions: 53″ L (134.62 cm) × 33″ W (83.82 cm) × 3.5″ D (8.89 cm)
- Avg. Removable Top Weight: 9 LBS (4.08 kg)
- Removable Seat Dimensions: 24″ L (60.96 cm) × 22″ W (55.88 cm) × 18″ D (45.72 cm)
- Avg. Removable Seat Weight: 7 LBS (3.18 kg)
- Construction: Inflatable AeroBOTE Technology
- Optimal Hull Inflation: 10-15 PSI (0.69-1.03 bar or 69-103 kPa)
- Optimal Removable Top Inflation: 10-15 PSI (0.69-1.03 bar or 69-103 kPa)
- Optimal Removable Seat Inflation: 7-10 PSI (0.48-0.69 bar or 48-69 kPa)
- Travel Bag Dimensions: 41″ L (104.14 cm) × 19″ W (48.26 cm) × 13″ D (33.02 cm)
- Loaded Bag Weight: 73 LBS (33.11 kg)
- If rider weight is within 50 LBS or 22,68 KG of a board's listed capacity, BOTE recommends upgrading to a larger capacity boa
SAY GOODBYE TO COMPROMISE
PERFECT FOR THESE SKILL LEVELS
INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED
For the person who wants speed, packability, portability, versatility, durability, and a pedal-driven option, the LONO Aero paired with the APEX Pedal Drive delivers. Use the LONO Aero by itself as a kayak or SUP, or add in the APEX Pedal Drive to take things to the next level. Never before have all of these features and benefits been available in one easy-to-use, delivered direct-to-your-door, badass package.
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).
CONFIGURATIONS
PADDLE CONFIGURATION
The collapsible design of the 5-Piece Adjustable Kayak Paddle can be sized from 235cm to 260cm and broken down for easy transport. The lightweight fiberglass construction paired with slightly curved blades allow for smooth and powerful strokes while paddling.
5-Piece Adjustable Kayak Paddle Sold Separately.
PEDAL CONFIGURATION
The revolutionary design of the APEX Pedal Drive + Rudder System (APEX•PD) is incredibly fast and shockingly efficient. Simply insert the Pedal Drive into the Pedal Port and attach the Rudder to the Rudder Mounts and you're ready to hit the water in pedal configuration.
APEX•PD Sold Separately.
SUP CONFIGURATION
Take out the seat and stand up for a different paddle experience on the LONO Aero. BOTE offers a variety of SUP paddle options available in fiberglass or carbon fiber with size options ranging from 1-piece up to 3-piece collapsable paddles to travel with.
SUP Paddles Sold Separately.
KEY FEATURES
MAGNEPOD
Take advantage of our MAGNEPOD™ accessory lineup with BOTE's latest innovation, the MAGNEPOD™.
GRAB HANDLES
Redesigned to be the most comfortable Grab Handle found on any paddlecraft. No more numb fingers or weak leverage while transporting your kayak.
KULA PORT
A KULA Port located on the removable top at the rear of the LONO Aero can be used to secure a sold separately KULA 5 Cooler.
SIDEBITE FINS
These fins are molded into the hull for increased tracking.
APEX PEDAL PORT
The Pedal Port features a clear removable cover that allows for the LONO Aero to be fitted with the sold separately Apex Pedal Drive unit, converting the LONO from standard kayak to pedal driven kayak.
APEX LINK BAR CONNECTOR
The Link Bar Connector allows for the sold separately Apex Pedal Drive to be secured onto the LONO for pedal driven operation.
VELCRO PADDLE STRAPS
Two sets of velcro paddle straps are located on both the left and right side of the LONO Aero, allowing you to store a sold separately kayak paddle or Sandspear, freeing up space on the floor of the kayak.
REMOVABLE AERO PADDLE SHEATH
The Aero Paddle Sheath can be attached to either the left or right side of the LONO Aero, allowing you to use the sold separately Sandspear as a shallow water anchor.
D-RING TIE-DOWN POINTS
D-Rings on featured on the nose of the kayak allow for light towing.
MADE WITH AEROBOTE
Constructed with our Aero Technology™ to ensure peak rigidity and performance.
VELCRO STASH POCKETS
Velcro Stash Pockets can be attached to both the left and right sides of the LONO Aero for extra storage.
SLIDE-IN AERO RAC RECEIVERS
Aero Rac Receiver attachment points located on the removable top of the LONO Aero allow for the use of a sold separately Rocket Rac
ACCESSORY MOUNTING POINT
An accessory mounting point on the nose of the kayak allows for any 1/4:20 accessory attachment.
6" REMOVABLE CENTER FIN
A 6" center fin that is removable with tethered attachment pin that allows for ease of transport and storage.
FOUR CHAMBER CONSTRUCTION
LONO is constructed with four independent chambers making it extremely stable and durable.
REMOVABLE TOP & SEAT
Removable top & seat allow for you to convert the LONO Kayak into a stand-up paddle configuration. Top can also be used alone to float your cooler or other items.
BUNGEE STRAPS
Bungees located in the nose of the kayak as well as on the removable top on the rear allow for extra gear storage.
SELF-BAILING COCKPIT
LONO can rid itself of unwanted water by funneling it out through the stern.
POWER-POLE® MICRO ATTACHMENT POINT
This attachment point allows for the sold separately Power-Pole® Micro to be mounted for battery-powered shallow water anchoring.
RUDDER STEERING ATTACHMENT POINTS
These attachment points allow for the rudder steering on the sold separately Apex Pedal Drive unit to be installed on either the left or right side of the LONO Aero.
I initially purchased this kayak for my husband so he could take it fishing at the lakes and bays. It ended up being a huge hit with my 7.5 and and a 3.5 year old boys and their friends - they now want me to always bring the kayak along with the paddle boards when we go to the beach. It's compact enough that it fits in a trunk of my sedan and I am able to inflate it all by myself (with electric pump) in a matter of 15 minutes. I often get asked by other parents about this kayak because they see how much fun we are all having with it. I am very impressed with the quality of this product and I can honestly say this was my best purchase of 2020.
My LONO gets the job done. I love fishing and it is so easy from this yak. Sitting or standing casting and pulling in the fish from all sides feels amazing. The keel helps cut through light surf making controlling the LONO easy. I love the option to detach pieces and still have each piece work independently for different functions. Hope to buy another in the future.