Ocean Kayak Frenzy Review
Bottom Line:
The Ocean Kayak Frenzy was discontinued and replaced by the Ocean Kayak Malibu 9.5
Experts are full of praise for how easy the Frenzy kayak is to handle and get up to speed. This is a boat that seems to appeal mainly to the beginner market, but reviewers state it’s a lot of fun to ride even if you have experience on the water.
The Frenzy appears to fare well on choppier waters. It may look like a small kayak but it offers a lot of space, great stability, and plenty of paddling confidence. It might also not look powerful, but it holds its own at an impressive speed.
Price Comparison:
Specs:
| Brand | Ocean Kayak |
| Size (length x width) | 9'0 x 2'6" |
| Weight | 44 lbs |
| Capacity | 325 lbs |
| Material | Polyethylene (single layer) |
Comparison to Similar Kayaks:
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| Ocean Kayak Frenzy | Ocean Kayak Malibu 9.5 | Eddyline Caribbean 14FS | Perception Hi-Life | Feelfree Nomad | |
| Expert Rating | 8.3 | 8.2 | 7.9 | 7.8 | 7.6 |
| Size | 9'0 x 2'6" | 9'5" x 33" | 14' x 29" | 11' x 34" | 9'6 x 29.25" |
| Weight | 44 lbs | 54 lbs | 50 lbs | 55 lbs | 46.2 lbs |
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| Durability | n/a | n/a |
Ocean Kayak Frenzy Review
- Very well-made
- Incredibly stable in most waters
- Very lightweight and easy to carry
- Easy for beginners to get used to
- Good amount of storage on board
- Not the fastest on the market
Performance of the Ocean Kayak Frenzy
The Ocean Kayak Frenzy, is a great example of why you should never judge a book by its cover. It’s a fairly short and wide boat, but testers feel the tracking and maneuverability is top-notch – to the extent that it’s surprisingly easy to handle.
This is not a very wide boat but experts state it’s highly stable (visually so before even getting onboard. Plus it has a maximum capacity of 325 pounds). It has plenty of room for taller and larger paddlers despite appearances suggesting otherwise. The main focus word for this recreational kayak appears to be “fun.”
That’s why experts believe it’s a great entry-level boat. It seems this hard shell kayak will welcome beginners onto open and choppier waters with confidence while it boasts enough power and maneuverability to appeal to experienced paddlers. It will perform well whether you want to paddle slow-moving rivers or catch waves.
It also receives top marks for portability, with handles and lightweight construction earning praise from reviewers online. Many agree it is one of the best sit-on-top kayaks, especially for kayaking newbies.
