TEMPE BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Two Quiet Hours on Tempe Water: Kayak and SUP Rentals Built for First-Time Paddlers
A two-hour rental through Northshore WaterSport Rentals lets you choose sit-in, sit-on-top, double kayaks or a 10'10" SUP—stable, easy-to-paddle craft for exploring Tempe’s calm waters.
Two Quiet Hours on Tempe Water: Kayak and SUP Rentals Built for First-Time Paddlers.
Set out from Tempe for a compact, two-hour paddle that emphasizes ease and steadiness: a mixed fleet of sit-in, sit-on-top and double kayaks plus single-person stand-up paddleboards designed for calm to light-surf conditions. The offering is tailored to beginners and all skill levels, with stable, easy-to-handle boats that make short outings into the water feel accessible and immediate.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Multiple craft: sit-in, sit-on-top, double kayaks and SUPs
Choose from one-person sit-in and sit-on-top kayaks, a 12' double Ocean Kayak Malibu Two, or a 10'10" stand-up paddleboard—each model built for stability and straightforward handling on calm water.
Stable platforms for confident paddling
All craft are described as offering great stability and easy traction or paddling, making them particularly well suited to beginners and to anyone who wants a relaxed paddle on calm to light-surf waters.
Tandem-capable option for two
The 12' Ocean Kayak Malibu Two can be paddled solo or as a tandem; it provides added carrying capacity and stability for pairs or heavier loads.
What the day feels like
How the two hours unfold
The rental condenses a simple sequence: select your craft from the available kayaks or SUP, push into calm water, and spend up to two hours exploring serene shorelines and short stretches of open water on platforms engineered for stability and ease.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and where to take care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Each rental block is two hours long.
Sit-in and sit-on-top kayaks are ~10' long (sit-in max 275 lbs; sit-on-top max 300 lbs). The double kayak is 12' with a 425 lb capacity. Stand-up paddleboards are 10'10" with a 250 lb capacity. Manufacturer notes include Pelican models for the recreational kayaks and Ocean Kayak for the double; SUP models include Jimmy Styks.
Boat and board weights vary by model (examples: sit-in ~36 lbs, sit-on-top ~43 lbs, double ~68 lbs, SUP ~38 lbs); maximum capacities should guide selection.
This offering is provided by Northshore WaterSport Rentals in Tempe.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the rental period?
The rental is for two hours.
What types of boats and boards are available?
You can choose sit-in and sit-on-top 10' recreational kayaks, a 12' double Ocean Kayak Malibu Two, or a 10'10" single stand-up paddleboard (Jimmy Styks models).
Are these good for beginners?
Yes—craft are described as offering great stability and being easy to paddle, making them suitable for beginners and all skill levels on calm to light-surf waters.
What are the maximum weight capacities?
Examples from the fleet: sit-in kayaks 275 lbs, sit-on-top kayaks 300 lbs, double kayak 425 lbs, SUPs 250 lbs. Check the specific model’s capacity before launching.
Can the double kayak be paddled solo?
Yes—the Ocean Kayak Malibu Two can be paddled solo or tandem.
Are the SUPs single-person boards?
Yes—the stand-up paddleboards offered are single-person models with a 10'10" length and a 250 lb capacity.