Lunch comes with you
The ExoChill bag can be packed separately and secured in the rear tankwell. Remove it again when carrying the boat.
The Argo layout, with a cooler you can carry ashore.
The main addition is behind the seat: an ExoChill 17 L portable cooler bag. The Argo 100X EXO retains the 10-foot length and 28-inch width of the Argo 100X, with an Ergobreeze backrest in this reference configuration.

The ExoChill bag can be packed separately and secured in the rear tankwell. Remove it again when carrying the boat.
An adjustable Ergobreeze backrest, a seat cushion and molded footrests form the seating area.
The cockpit table, bottle holders and front hatch provide places for the essentials that do not need to go in the cooler.
This is the Argo to compare when your day bag includes lunch and drinks. There is no need to choose it just because EXO sounds like a larger model: the published hull dimensions and capacity match the base Argo reference here.
Extra storage does not increase the 275 lb maximum load. Cooler contents still count. Check a loaded cooler for fit and access on land; a compartment behind the seat is not equally convenient for every paddler to reach.
Metric conversions are rounded from the published inch and pound figures. Weight is a published reference, not an independent measurement. Confirm included equipment and the load guidance for the exact kayak.
Match the SKU as well as the name. Other Argo 100X EXO listings use a different backrest name. Keep electronics in purpose-made waterproof protection rather than treating a cooler or hatch as a submersion-proof container.
Work through the choosing checklist and plan transport and storage before the first outing.
Manufacturer specifications: Argo 100X EXO. Reference checked September 17, 2026. This profile combines the published configuration with practical comparison notes; it is not a hands-on test report. Model years, retailer packages and accessories can differ.
A straightforward sit-in for a light day out.
Pack the removable bag before you leave home.