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Sun Dolphin Bali SS 12-Foot Sit-on top Kayak

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  • Tracks and paddles with ease while offering maximum stability
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  • Large, comfortable seating area with protective thigh pads, adjustable foot braces and paddle holder
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Bali 12 Kayak

Sun Dolphin Bali 12 SS Kayak

The Sun Dolphin Bali 12 Sit-On-Top Kayak is the perfect recreational kayak for beginner or experienced kayakers. The sit-on-top kayak features an open cockpit for easy entry and exit, and the kayak is capable of holding up to 395 lbs. Featuring adjustable foot braces, a dry storage compartment, protective thigh pads, and a paddle holder, the Bali 12’ Sit-On-Top Kayak tracks and paddles with ease offering maximum stability out on the water.

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Our company goal is to combine innovative, affordable products with great service.  When you purchase one of our products, we want you to feel like you’re part of our family.  We have one of the best customer support staffs in the kayak and paddle sports industry.  Their job is to make sure that you are happy with the products we make.

Today our watercraft line has grown to include fishing and recreational kayaks, stand up paddleboards, canoes, pedal boats, jon boats, fishing boats and dinghies.  Through continual process improvements we continually provide our customers with innovative products and unparalleled service. We achieve this through steady growth of our employees and our company.

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3.9 out of 5 stars
3.9 out of 5
56 global ratings

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Customers like the storage space, comfort, and tracking of the kayak. For example, they mention it's stable, easy to maneuver on the water, and tracks well. Some are happy with the value, and appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on durability.

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11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the storage space of the kayak. They mention that it has plenty of room, with two storage compartments, and an open bow that offers more storage. Some appreciate the space upfront for a jacket, towels, pets, and keys. They also like the cup holder and even 2 rod holders.

"...There is plenty of storage for what I need...." Read more

"...There is a rod holder and small table between your legs which is nice for small items. Two rod holders right behind the cockpit...." Read more

"...Pros: somewhat lightweight, about 48 lbs, storage on board for keys, wallet, lunch and cooler, good handles for picking up..." Read more

"...lake.It can also be used for fishing since it has two rod holders, but I gave up fishing for beer drinking." Read more

10 customers mention8 positive2 negative

Customers like the tracking of the kayak. They say it has a lot of space and tracks well.

"...To me it tracks well and is easy to paddle. It's a great kayak and a great deal. I also plan to use it on lazy river trips." Read more

"...Takes more effort than my Old Towne but tracks quite well. Mine came with an OK paddle. I really like the space upfront for a jacket, towels, pets...." Read more

"...Yes I installed side handles to lift it with . Not a big deal.Tracks well .... Especially if you know the correct way to use your paddles...." Read more

"I love this Kayak! It is long enough that it tracks really well and is pretty stable with my 50 lbs. Boxer in the boat...." Read more

9 customers mention7 positive2 negative

Customers like the comfort of the kayak. They mention that it's very stable, and the bow offers more storage. Some say the fit and finish is OK, and that the layout is fine.

"...I am a "curvy" gal and this is very stable and comfy. I also take my little dog with me...." Read more

"Sits comfortably. But rivits aren't sealed good. Boat almost sank. Had to silicon every hole. And change out handles. Paddles smoothly in the water...." Read more

"Fit & finish OK, layout fine, but no drainage in inset seat cockpit-- you'll have to bail any slop-over from waves, wakes etc. Sending it back...." Read more

"...a bit weak, one of mine broke out of the plastic today, seat lacks much cushion, a long trip will require bolstering your padding, stickers are..." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers find the kayak easy to use. They say it paddles smoothly in the water, maneuvers well on the water and glides well. Some say the kayak floats and doesn't sink.

"...To me it tracks well and is easy to paddle. It's a great kayak and a great deal. I also plan to use it on lazy river trips." Read more

"...Had to silicon every hole. And change out handles. Paddles smoothly in the water. But seat will fill with water." Read more

"...to be about 3 mph where paddling is almost effortless and it glides well at that speed until it starts to initiate a turn...." Read more

"My first kayak. I love it! It moves through the water quickly. Very easy to steer and maneuver. The lime green color really stands out nicely...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the kayak. They say it's a great bargain and a good purchase.

"...To me it tracks well and is easy to paddle. It's a great kayak and a great deal. I also plan to use it on lazy river trips." Read more

"...Able to enter and dismount the boat easily. Great purchase. Very satisfied. Would recommend." Read more

"...It is perfect and the price is unbelievable" Read more

"Fun Kayak Great price" Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the kayak. They mention that it is good looking, stable, and pretty. The seat is adjustable and stays dry. The lime green color really stands out nicely. The fit and finish is OK, and the layout is fine. However, some fittings were damaged in shipping.

"...I have jumped off and can easily climb back in. Nice fittings although some were damaged in shipping A few stainless screws fixed all...." Read more

"...good handles for picking up (one in each end if someone helps), good looking overall..." Read more

"Fit & finish OK, layout fine, but no drainage in inset seat cockpit-- you'll have to bail any slop-over from waves, wakes etc. Sending it back...." Read more

"...Very easy to steer and maneuver. The lime green color really stands out nicely...." Read more

16 customers mention11 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the durability of the kayak. Some mention it's super stable, easy to maneuver on the water, and well made. However, others say it just didn't seem sturdy enough for the long-haul. Some say the seat lacks much cushioning and the molded seam broke.

"...I love this kayak! It is very stable and I love that you sit down in it where as most SOT you are up on the top with a seat back held up by straps...." Read more

"Very nice for cruising Mohegan Lake. The 12' is a very stable flat bottom design, i am 200lbs and can neal or even stand in it...." Read more

"...so I know this is something that won't affect most people, the seat straps a bit weak, one of mine broke out of the plastic today, seat lacks much..." Read more

"...The flat bottom gives it great stability for tipping. It's easy for an old codger like me, 78 years old, to get in and out compared to a sit-inside...." Read more

8 customers mention2 positive6 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the water resistance of the kayak. For example, they mention that the seat will fill with water, the hull starts to fill up with water and that the scuppers do not flow out. They also say that there is no drainage in the inset seat cockpit and that they'll have to bail any slop.

"...And change out handles. Paddles smoothly in the water. But seat will fill with water." Read more

"Fit & finish OK, layout fine, but no drainage in inset seat cockpit-- you'll have to bail any slop-over from waves, wakes etc. Sending it back...." Read more

"...No need for plugs as it stays dry. Takes more effort than my Old Towne but tracks quite well. Mine came with an OK paddle...." Read more

"first time out a molded seam broke and the kayak filled with water and began slashing until it capsized" Read more

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Best Bang for the Bucks....
I have had this Sun Dolphin Bali 12ft for a year now. I shopped online extensivley to find one that would fill my special needs. Its the lightest one available. 45#. Open bow offers more storage and comfort for my JR Terrier. Yes I installed side handles to lift it with . Not a big deal.Tracks well .... Especially if you know the correct way to use your paddles.Cons:No seat pad on bottom, which is ridiculous since. Its the low point and you will get a wet butt if you take in waterplan to spend extra for a suitable seat $$$$No scupper holes but a sponge works great Decals will peal off ...I can live with thatMy first Kayak and im hooked . it goes with me on my Rv Vacations. I recently added a Anchor Trolley and rod holders so I can go fishing with it I'm small 5' old 65+ and female trying to find a nice stable kayak that I can load into the back of my truck is a challange. The price was the Bonus $385. Including shipping I'm happy with my choice and have really enjoyed this KayakP
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FBenson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great casual kayak!!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2016
Color: BlueVerified Purchase
I watched the price and got the Bali SS 12 for $284, it was damaged in shipping, arrived with a large dent across the bottom rear of the hull. I contacted Amazon right away and they were very helpful and gave me several options, keep it with more of a discount or have a replacement sent (I didn't just want to return it). I had them send a replacement and it looks by the truck they used a different shipper the second time and it arrived with no damage. The replacement took one week to arrive so I used the dented one over the weekend. I know a gal that has the same model so I got to tries her first to make sure I liked it. I love this kayak! It is very stable and I love that you sit down in it where as most SOT you are up on the top with a seat back held up by straps. I am a "curvy" gal and this is very stable and comfy. I also take my little dog with me. I am 5' 5" and I took out the foot pegs because they are not really comfy to use and more of a hindrance, they just slide right off. There is plenty of storage for what I need. There are scuppers at the feet, none in the seat (which is what I wanted), I put a foam stadium seat pad to sit on for more comfort and to keep you from sitting in a puddle if any water gets in. I've only used it on calm lakes so I stayed bone dry, the only water is the paddle drips on the sides and the drips from my feet when I got in, but if you use it in crashing waves you will end up sitting in water. To me it tracks well and is easy to paddle. It's a great kayak and a great deal. I also plan to use it on lazy river trips.
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Mark B
5.0 out of 5 stars Not expensive, very stable, nice fittings, good design, FUN.
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2017
Color: BlueVerified Purchase
Very nice for cruising Mohegan Lake. The 12' is a very stable flat bottom design, i am 200lbs and can neal or even stand in it. I have jumped off and can easily climb back in. Nice fittings although some were damaged in shipping A few stainless screws fixed all. No need for plugs as it stays dry. Takes more effort than my Old Towne but tracks quite well. Mine came with an OK paddle. I really like the space upfront for a jacket, towels, pets. , etc. Nice bungee tie downs. The cockpit dry store is a long reach, you have to kneel to get into it. There is a rod holder and small table between your legs which is nice for small items. Two rod holders right behind the cockpit. The seat is quite nice it's adjustable and stays dry. The rear dry store is large and removable, makes a good coolers too.
I really like this kayak and recommend it for families, fisherman, and water fun.
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Brant
4.0 out of 5 stars Good boat
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2016
Color: BlueVerified Purchase
First kayak purchase and so far I am happy with it. I purchased the red because at the time it was the only color in stock, otherwise wanted the blue.
Pros: somewhat lightweight, about 48 lbs, storage on board for keys, wallet, lunch and cooler, good handles for picking up (one in each end if someone helps), good looking overall

Cons: foot stops a bit too short for me even at the furthest setting, however I am 6'3" so I know this is something that won't affect most people, the seat straps a bit weak, one of mine broke out of the plastic today, seat lacks much cushion, a long trip will require bolstering your padding, stickers are pretty lame, they scratch right off. No tail rudder to help tracking (the Ocean Kayak that the tour guide had and the rentals they used have the rudder and helps with tracking).
Overall I'm pleased with it and use it alot. I would recommend if u are starting out in the kayaking sport.
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Sayuhh1981
3.0 out of 5 stars Sits comfortably. But rivits aren't sealed good
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2015
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Sits comfortably. But rivits aren't sealed good. Boat almost sank. Had to silicon every hole. And change out handles. Paddles smoothly in the water. But seat will fill with water.
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William L.
2.0 out of 5 stars SOT without drainage
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2014
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Fit & finish OK, layout fine, but no drainage in inset seat cockpit-- you'll have to bail any slop-over from waves, wakes etc. Sending it back. FYI this would be 3d KL yak we've owned. We liked 'em and fished 'em but scupper-less SOT is, let's say, a design doodle gone bad. I'd tear up that napkin and maybe get some sleep instead of more coffee.
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Tim
5.0 out of 5 stars A great inexpensive kayak
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2018
Color: RedVerified Purchase
This is the perfect kayak for my purposes. It's not the fastest or best tracking but for small blackwater rivers it is perfect. It is very easy to turn. It actually turns itself once the turn is initiated. In fact you have to actively paddle to keep it on track or it will initiate a turn on it's own. It is very light and gets up to speed quickly. It has a "sweet spot" for speed which I estimate to be about 3 mph where paddling is almost effortless and it glides well at that speed until it starts to initiate a turn. To go faster requires a lot more effort. The flat bottom gives it great stability for tipping. It's easy for an old codger like me, 78 years old, to get in and out compared to a sit-inside. I'll be using it on lakes and flat water rivers and may even take it out in the surf.
Only downside is that having no side handle it's near impossible for one person to carry it. Easily fixed to add a carry handle or just use a small cart. Well also that at just under 6' tall I had the foot rests extended full out. Taller paddler might have a problem with that. It may be possible to move the whole assembly further out, I don't know.
After only one trip out in it for one hour of paddling it appears to be very durable and well made. My guess is that it is faster and better tracking than the 10' version.

Also the seat is very minimal and simple yet is surprisingly comfortable. Seat back is adjustable. My butt stayed dry after one hour of paddling on a
lake.

It can also be used for fishing since it has two rod holders, but I gave up fishing for beer drinking.
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paul petty
1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2016
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first time out a molded seam broke and the kayak filled with water and began slashing until it capsized
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1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2016
first time out a molded seam broke and the kayak filled with water and began slashing until it capsized
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Zon P
5.0 out of 5 stars I love it! It moves through the water quickly
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2016
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My first kayak. I love it! It moves through the water quickly. Very easy to steer and maneuver. The lime green color really stands out nicely. The OEM seat will need to be replaced, with a more comfortable and supportive one. Like the two storage compartments. It only weighs 48 lbs., so easy to handle and load by myself. Also very stable in the water. Able to enter and dismount the boat easily. Great purchase. Very satisfied. Would recommend.
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Lauren Godin
5.0 out of 5 stars Very pleased.
Reviewed in Canada on August 5, 2014
Color: RedVerified Purchase
Kayak was delivered in just a few days in perfect condition. Was exactly as described. It is very stable on the water. I am a beginner at kayaking and find this fits my needs very well.
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GE
5.0 out of 5 stars Very satisfied
Reviewed in Canada on August 15, 2014
Color: BlueVerified Purchase
It is what I wanted. Customer service was awesome - first one arrived damaged and arranging the exchange was effortless. Excellent performance for an inexpensive boat and surprisingly comfortable too. Free shipping made all the difference in deciding to purchase this online.
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kayakski
2.0 out of 5 stars cheap/inexpensive kayak
Reviewed in Canada on August 19, 2014
Color: RedVerified Purchase
The kayak is a simple plastic kayak, and is good for paddling around flat water. It is moderately stable and easy to handle. However, the finish is poor. There are sharp strips, from the mold, that should have been smoothed. There was no seat bottom included, although one is shown in the ad. Rain, or spray leak into the hatches and screw holes in the boat, and then it needs to be drained.
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Yann Laviolette
4.0 out of 5 stars good buy for the buck
Reviewed in Canada on November 14, 2014
Color: BlueVerified Purchase
This kayak is great. the only negative point is when i received it it had a deep scratch on the side. I hope that does not affecte the stability
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