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Ocean Kayak
Malibu 11.5 Kayak

3.9 out of 5 stars
10 Reviews

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Malibu 11.5 Kayak

Whether you're actually paddling near Florida or you found some other beautiful place to spend the day, the Ocean Kayak Malibu 11.5 Kayak is your ride to a day of relaxation. This kayak features a stable profile and a sit-on-top cockpit that fits you comfortably, thanks to its adjustable seat and wide array of calf rests and foot wells to fit nearly any height person. Features include integrated rod holders and paddle rests, a QuickStash hatch that protects your valuables from splashes, and a YakLock stern bar for secure storage. Ocean Kayak knows you need to stay hydrated on the water, so they added not one, not two, but three cupholders for all of your beverage needs.

Details

  • Sit-on-top kayak emphasizes comfort and stability
  • Single-layer polyethylene stands up to bumps and drags
  • AirGo and AirComfort seat adjusts for all-day fun
  • Three cupholders secure beverage options
  • QuickStash hatch for waterproof storage
  • Rod holders and paddle rests secure tools
  • YakLock stern bar lets you secure your vessel
  • Stackable design for convenient storage
  • Item #JOP003X
Hull Material
single-layer polyethylene
Length
11.5ft
Width
22.5in
Deck Height
12in
Maximum Load
360lb
Cockpit Dimensions
53 x 22in
Hatch Cover
QuickStash
Rudder
none
Skeg
none
Claimed Weight
59lb
Manufacturer Warranty
limited lifetime

Overall Rating

4 based on 10 ratings

Review Summary

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4 out of 5 stars

September 7, 2022

Skegs

Where can I get the skegs from for better tracking of my 11.5 Malibu kayak

Mary
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

5 out of 5 stars

August 12, 2022

Happy Paddler

Have a sit in, but no room for dogs. So went with sit on top. Lots of research and a test drive led me to Malibu. Works gr8 for dogs and solo as well. Tracks well. Easy to launch. Happy paddler.

Cadence
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

1 out of 5 stars

June 5, 2021

Run!

Well...its just tracks very badly. There's no way to sugarcoat it. It's just not worth the money.

Booger
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

2 out of 5 stars

April 15, 2021

Turn, Turn, Turn

Took it on it maiden voyage in breezy chop on the lake. Felt stable enough but kept turning sideways as soon as I stopped paddling and often I could only paddle on one side to go straight. Defective? Catching the wind? Long time kayaker but at 160 lbs am I just too light for this boat? Got the 11.5 so I could paddle with my big dog. Don’t dare take her along with this level of performance. How does a company named Ocean Kayak make a boat that cannot handle wind or chop? That is exactly what’s going on when ocean paddling!

Agilebrainz
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

5 out of 5 stars

March 13, 2021

Glides on the water

I just got the Malibu 11.5 today and all I can say is wow!Ive owned a lot of kayaks and this is by far the best ,tracks straight and plenty of leg room , a lot of storage .great price .

Michael Michael
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

5 out of 5 stars

July 13, 2020

Awesome kayak

I dive for lobsters from my new kayak and it is fabulous !!!

jconroysrt
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

5 out of 5 stars

June 15, 2020

Great for fishing

I have taken it out a few times since it arrived. I live in Pacific Grove, CA. The kayak is light enough to carry from car to shore. We have some places with sea walls so the weight matters. The Malibu 11.5 has plenty of room for my fishing set up. i went out yesterday. I was able to get to the fish quick. The weather and waves were calm. I caught my limit of rock fish, I had no stability concerns. The kayak maneuvered over the kelp with ease and stayed where I wanted it to. the only thing I want is instructions where I could mount a recessed rod holder.

Jimbo001
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

5 out of 5 stars

May 27, 2020

Great simple boat, heavy duty

Great for heavier people, or when carrying camping gear.

John 2000
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

4 out of 5 stars

June 25, 2019

Wonderful Kayak

I just purchase the Malibu 11.5 the other day and have already ridden in it several times. I tested going down a river with class 2 and class 3 rapids and I will say it handled it like a champ! It tracks very well and I felt stable the whole 7 mile trip down the river! I will say the seat cushion could be a little more padded but I really don’t have any complaints other than that. Being that the back on the seat in adjustable I was able to stay sitting up straight to paddle better and my back never hurt once on my 3 hour ride. I would recommend this ocean kayak to any beginner like myself that just wants to have a fun and safe ride!

Coosagirl23
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors

3 out of 5 stars

August 13, 2018

Love the color!

I do not like that it is hard to keep going in a straight direction when paddling on a river. It wants to veer to the left. The seat does not tighten down far enough to give stable support of the back. I much prefer the caper!

alicia
Johnson Outdoors

Originally reviewed on Johnson Outdoors