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BOTE warranty for kayaks & paddleboards

10/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 12 of 13 brandsVaries by model line
The short version

BOTE doesn't cover everything, but keeps aero hull and deck and rigid hull and deck covered to 2 years. That full coverage is the same as most of the 13 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. Some of this coverage only applies if you register the product.

From BOTE's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to 2 years
  • Partial coverageAero hull and deckOnly if you register2 years
  • Partial coverageRigid hull and deckOnly if you register1 year
Varies by model line

BOTE words its warranty differently for some lines. This page shows the least generous one.

  • Kayaks (Aero / LowRider)Full: None. Partial to 2 years
  • PaddleboardsFull: None. Partial to 2 years
  • Paddleboards (Aero inflatable and rigid)Full: None. Partial to 2 years
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse
  • Leaks
  • Missing parts
  • Normal wear and tear
Good to know before you buy
  • Covers the original retail buyer only; used or second-hand boards are not covered. Keep your receipt.
  • Board coverage is for registered products with a serial number, so register at purchase.
  • Commercial or rental use is not covered.
  • Covers the original buyer only. Keep your receipt.
  • Register your board; BOTE's board coverage applies to registered products.
  • If you bought from a dealer, start your claim with that dealer.

How other brands compare for kayaks & paddleboards

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Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for kayaks & paddleboards.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. Sam's ClubMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  3. evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
  4. BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
  5. BackcountryOversized and freight items (bikes, kayaks, surfboards, car racks, indoor bikes)90 days from delivery
  6. REIMost items90 days
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  1. WalmartMost items90 days
  2. Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
  3. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  4. Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
  5. Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
  6. Cabela'sMost items60 days
  7. West MarineMost items60 days
  8. Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
  9. Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesMost items30 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for kayaks & paddleboards where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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