Gd -
Good to hear.
Although I imagine drying is key to all inflatable kayaks. Not just AE.
Enjoy Tahoe! Our youngest son (19) is there now (with one of our life jackets) camping in Meeks Bay with his gf's family in their mega triple axle TH.
While paddling around Emerald Bay be sure to tie-up at the Emerald Bay SP boat/hike-in cg dock and explore.