9.5' Sit-on-Top Kayak Rental
Perception · Tribe 9.5 · Deja Vu
300 lb Weight Capacity
Google5.0(303 reviews)$145.00
The 9.5' Sit-On-Top Kayak is an excellent choice for riding waves in the ocean! It is also a great choice for calm water such as the Intracoastal…
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October 2026
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Car Top Carrier
Compatible with all vehicles
Quick & easy to use carrier compatible with all size vehicles, accommodating one kayak or paddle board with non-skid foam blocks that prevent damage.…

Kayak Cart (Includes 2 Straps)
450 lb Max Capacity
Heavy-duty cart with 12-inch no-flat wheels for moving kayaks and gear.

5L Dry Bag
Keep your phone and other items dry while out on the water in the 5L dry bag.
Specs
Fit & use
- 300 lb (136.08 kg)
- Max Weight Capacity
- 1 Person
- Seating Capacity
Size
- 113 in (287.02 cm)
- Length
- 31.5 in (80.01 cm)
- Width (Beam)
- 12.75 in (32.39 cm)
- Deck Height
- 48.5 lb (22.0 kg)
- Boat Weight
Performance
- Hardshell
- Hull Construction
Details
- Sit-On-Top
- Style
- Molded In
- Footbrace Type
- Adjustable framed seat
- Seat Type
FAQs about 9.5' Sit-on-Top Kayak rentals at Ocean Isle Beach
What is the weight capacity of the 9.5' Sit-on-Top Kayak?
The maximum weight capacity is 300 pounds. This limit includes the paddler plus any personal gear or bags placed on board. Approaching the 300-pound limit will lower the kayak's freeboard and allow more water to enter through the scupper holes.
Is the 9.5' Sit-on-Top Kayak suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is an excellent choice for beginners and casual paddlers. The rotomolded hardshell hull is designed with a wide, stable platform that provides forgiving handling on flat water, calm canals, and light ocean surf.
What happens if the kayak flips over in deep water?
You can easily flip it upright and climb back on board. Because it is an open sit-on-top kayak with self-bailing scupper holes, the hull will not fill with water or sink like a traditional sit-inside cockpit, eliminating the need for a bilge pump.
What storage options are available on this kayak?
It features an open bow deck with bungee rigging, a rear stern tankwell with tie-downs, and a center 6-inch deck hatch with an internal mesh bag. While the hatch holds small items like sunscreen or keys, storing electronics in a dedicated dry bag is recommended.
What gear is included with my 9.5' Sit-on-Top Kayak rental?
Each kayak rental includes one kayak paddle and one adjustable life vest. A dry bag is not included with the rental unit.
How does rental delivery and pickup work in Ocean Isle Beach?
We deliver the kayak to the ground level of your rental home on your selected delivery date, and you do not need to be present. For pickup, place all rental gear back in that original drop-off location by the designated pickup time, ensuring it is outside locked gates, porches, or garages.
Where can I paddle the 9.5' Sit-on-Top Kayak in Ocean Isle Beach?
You can launch into calm coastal waters such as the Intracoastal Waterway and neighborhood canals, or take it directly into mild ocean surf along the beach strand.
The Top 10 Things to Do in Ocean Isle Beach, NCShould I check local tides and weather before kayaking at Ocean Isle Beach?
Yes, checking local tide charts and marine weather forecasts is recommended before setting out. Wind, surf conditions, and shifting tidal currents directly affect paddling difficulty whether you are out in the ocean surf or navigating coastal waterways.
Tide Chart & Weather Forecast for the Brunswick IslandsDelivery & Pickup for 9.5' Sit-on-Top Kayak rentals at Ocean Isle Beach
Delivery by 4:00 PM: Equipment will be delivered to your rental home (ground-level) on your selected delivery date. You do not need to be present.
Ready by 8:00 AM: Please place all items in the original drop-off location by 8:00 AM on your selected pickup date. Items not ready may incur a late retrieval fee.
The highlighted outline below is the current Ocean Isle Beach delivery boundary used by our system.
Delivery available throughout the highlighted area
