For the price this boat was just right. I bought it for a 11 & 9 year while at the beach. They were able to set it up themselves using an electric pump. The ocean was a little chopping..but that didn't keep them out the water. They spent hours on that thing and had a blast. At some point...I jumped in and another adult, and the kids jumped in it too, just for fun and the boat held up nicely. Didn't lose air..it's sturdy and the paddles worked well. Will def buy again! It's awesome!