Person paddling a kayak on a calm lake with trees in the background
Person paddling a kayak on a calm lake with trees in the background
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.
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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: 4.7755103 / 5 from 343 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The LONO Aero kayak is praised for its innovative design, stability, and versatile pedal drive. Customers appreciate its sharp appearance and high-quality materials. The MAGNEPOD™ magnetic base and outstanding customer service add to the overall positive experience.

Summary topics

  • Innovative Design: 4%
  • Pedal Drive Efficiency: 5%
  • Kayak Stability: 36%
  • Customer Service Quality: 7%
  • Product Quality: 9%

Review topics: ["fit","straps","weight","issues","weather","bag","performance","feels","quality","material","looks","pack","shipping","color","design","move","durability","construction","customer service","price","stability","replacement","assembly","works","setup","warranty","power","support","position","back"].

Review highlights

  • "So far I'm super impressed with the quality construction and sleek look!" — Danielle P.
  • "The Lono is a great kayak that offers a nice range of capability." — Eric R.
  • "Awesome product quality material versatile stable kayak my grandson loves it also bought a paddle board for the wife" — Steve W.

Reviews

Great Kayak

"The kayak/SUP is very stable and feels very solid. My only complaint is that I wish there were some Scotty mounts or rac receivers on the floor instead of only on the removable deck."

— Michael K. (4/5)

Lono aero + apex pd

"Rudder came broken but I am getting a new one sent out"

— jessica r. (5/5)

Perfect

"Amazing boat love it"

— Charles D. (5/5)

Great customer service

"We purchased a new Lono which had a leak. We contacted the local Bote store and took the Lono in for them to assess the leak. They determined it was unrepairable We contacted customer service and they shipped us a new Lono which arrived in a timely manner"

— darcy l. (5/5)

LONO Aero

"So far, I’ve been extremely impressed with Bote the products and their customer service. I have yet to get my. LONO on the water only because the water is hard with temperatures around 0° lol. But I can’t for spring fishing."

— Mike G. (5/5)

Great BOTE

"We love the kayak"

— Lisa M. (5/5)

Awesome watercraft

"Blowing up the LONO was easy. Instructions were top notch. I got the electric air pump. Without it, it would be a workout I think. The carry bag is well constructed but I don’t know if I will ever use it or be able to figure out how to repack it. Fortunately, it is staying at one location. I decided to get a kayak dolly and save my back and not have to rely on a second person to help launch. It weighs about 90-100 pounds with the pedals. It is so stable and beautiful in the water. My bad shoulders are so happy not to have to paddle."

— Cal S. (5/5)

Solid Kayak

"Wonderful addition to our water craft fleet! Love how it handles on the water!"

— Shane P. (5/5)

Incredible kayak. Durable and attractive!

"Inflates fast, and has so many great points too it. Picked up the Kula to place in the rear. Many storage compartments and the peddle drive is such a great addition. 10/10"

— Shane P. (5/5)

Great for fishing or just cruising.

"This was my first purchase from Bote. I got it to move through the springs in Florida when I visited. I eventually started using it for fishing the marshes where I live. It worked great for both on the fishing side I was able to get into a lot of spots you cant with a boat. I use the Apex drive for both applications and its easy to take in and out on the fly if I need to."

— Joshua (5/5)

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LONO Aero

$1,899.00
$1,899.00
$1,899.00
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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 water borne expedition, or just hitting the local launch with your family, it's time to say goodbye to compromise.

NOW WITH MAGNEPOD™
The MAGNEPOD™ magnetic base is a revolutionary, tool-less drink retention system that makes securing your BOTE magnetic drinkware a snap.

Production model may contain slight variations from images.

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: 51 LBS
  • Capacity: 400 LBS
  • Removable Top Dimensions: 53″L × 33″W × 3.5″D
  • Avg. Removable Top Weight: 9 LBS
  • Removable Seat Dimensions: 24″L × 22″W × 18″D
  • Avg. Removable Seat Weight: 7 LBS
  • 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: 73 LBS

If rider weight is within 50 LBS of a kayak's listed capacity, BOTE recommends upgrading to a larger capacity kayak.
Person paddling a kayak on a calm lake with trees in the background
Person paddling a kayak on a calm lake with trees in the background