KXOne Slider 410

Summary

Price At Time Of Writing | $1,448.00

Our Overall Rating | 85 out of 100

Pros - Easy to set up, well-made

Cons - Too short to comfortably seat two people

Overall - High quality but can be improved

Technical Specifications

Open Size - 410x85cm

Weight - 15.5kg

Load Capacity - 210kg

Packed Size - 85x45x30cm

Our Analysis & Ratings

A full drop-stitch kayak with excellent stiffness against the water is the KXOne Slider 410. It had some performance and comfort issues, especially given its length for two people, but it was simple to set up and very well made.

Performance (speed, tracking, manoeuvrability, stability, load handling): 8/10

Speed: The KXOne is equipped to travel through the water with ease thanks to its full drop-stitch hull and plastic bow and stern. There is a rather high level of drag on the hull, however, which as far as we could tell is brought on by the dips that the curved drainage channels in the inner floor produce on the exterior of the hull, resulting in bumps that collect water. Due to this, paddling wasn't as efficient as we had expected from a kayak with this kind of structure and design.

Stability: The full drop-stitch construction gives it excellent stiffness against the water, providing a solid, rigid feel underfoot.

Construction (materials, seams, valve quality, durability and fittings): 6/10

Without a doubt, the KXOne is a well-made kayak. The drop-stitched sides and floor inflate to a very strong 8 psi, and the outside is made of durable PVC. On the 410 model we examined, we found signs of care in the production process, with no evident glue or frayed edges on accessories.

The only very minor problem we encountered with it was that the plastic layer that gives the splash guard its shape is not covered. It can be removed fairly quickly, though.

Setup/Pack Down (inflation time, valves, folding, and drying): 8/10

The KXOne Slider 410 couldn't be easier to put up and pack away, with only three matching inflation points and quick-drying PVC. Once you get the knack of folding it, it's one of the simpler kayaks to pack down.

Portability (weight, packed size, ease of carrying): 7/10

Comparing this inflatable kayak to other 2-person models we evaluated, it weighs roughly 15.5kg, which is average in terms of weight and bulk. It can take a little practice to get the plastic bow and stern to fit into the bag.

Comfort (seat support, legroom, fatigue over distance): 6/10

For us, the 410 is too short to accommodate two people comfortably, though KXOne makes a 485 version that is longer, but it's also heavier. The seat's foam was a little bit thinner than the other foam seats we looked at and because the side supports prevented you from fully extending your shoulder without pushing on the seat's side panel, we felt that they actually made paddling more challenging.

Value for money:

The KXOne Slider 410 is a well-made, easy-to-set-up kayak that offers a solid drop-stitch build for the price. The main trade-offs are around paddling efficiency and cockpit comfort for two people, which are worth weighing if those matter most to you.

Best for:

• Paddlers who want a well-made, rigid drop-stitch kayak

• Quick, hassle-free setup and pack down

• Two smaller paddlers, or those who don't mind a snug cockpit

• Buyers who'd rather trade a little paddling efficiency for build quality

Overall:

The KXOne Slider 410 is a decent full-drop stitch kayak with room for minor performance and comfort upgrades.