Review of the Sea Eagle 330 Inflatable Kayak

Want to go kayaking but you don’t want to invest in a large, bulky rigid boat that needs to be towed to the lake or river from your garage? Inflatable kayaks are easier to transport, easier to store, and they can be similarly durable or even more useful than the traditional rigid setup. One of the best inflatable kayaks is the Sea Eagle 330 Inflatable Kayak.

Features

The Sea Eagle  is built to be very lightweight but this doesn’t mean it can’t handle rough waters. The 330 is a perfect blend of commercial and competitive features because it is very quick and easy to use but it doesn’t sacrifice any of the hardcore features that a wild rapids paddler with require.

  • Two Person Capacity – when folded it fits perfectly into a shoulder-carry bag but when inflated it is capable of holding two fully grown adults. This makes it perfect for solo rafting or for fishing at a lake with a friend.
  • Extremely Lightweight – it weighs in a total of 26 pounds but as mentioned it is capable of carrying two adults with kayaking or fishing gear, featuring a total weight capacity of 500 pounds. Considering how lightweight it is, you can easily carry it around from home to the lake or river. Say good-bye to your tow bed.
  • PolyKrylar Hull – the hull material is capable of withstanding high pressure forces which ensures that the kayak won’t get punctured from sharp rocks or even from your dog’s claws. Incredibly, as durable as this material is, it is very light.
  • Perfect for Class 3 Whitewater Rafting – with its I-Beam construction, welded seams, and 9” tubes, the kayak is certified to be safe for use on whitewaters up to Class 3. Class 4 and 5 are too dangerous to use this type of kayak on but only the extreme athletes ever dare to go for anything above Class 3 anyway.
  • Self-Bailing Drain Valve – this self-bailing drain valve is why this kayak can be used in rapid waters in the first place. This feature allows water to pass through the kayak without flooding it, making it ideal for whitewater rafting. When on calmer waters simply plug it up.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • Easy to Use – simple take it out of the bag, inflate with the foot pump for ten minutes, check the self-bailing valve, and you’ll be ready to go. You can carry and inflate at the shore or you can do so by the car and carry it to the waters. It is so light you can do it entirely on your own. Even without the instructions it is so easy to setup.
  • Portable and Easy to Store – inflatable and weighs only 26 pounds and it fits perfectly inside a shoulder carry bag. Those are three statements you’d never think could describe a heavy-duty kayak fit for whitewaters and two paddlers. In its bag you can toss it in your closet or the trunk of your car until the next time you decide to go adventuring on rivers and lakes.
  • Durable – just because it is light doesn’t mean you can poke a hole in it with a ball pen. The Eagle is so durable that is capable of riding class 3 whitewaters. Sharp rocks won’t be enough to poke a hole in its hull, making it perfectly safe for your kayaking needs.
  • Affordable – believe it or not but this kayak is low to mid-range item. For everything you’re getting here this is one incredible deal that is hard to miss out on. Large kayaks can cost you thousands of dollars but this inflatable kayak gets everything right while also innovating with its lightness, portability, and durability but costs a quarter of what its rigid competitors charge.

Cons:

  • Weak back support – the back-support for the inflatable seats aren’t very strong for a fully-grown adult so if you’re going solo it is recommended to sit in the rear seat instead.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a great kayak that is easy to store, easy to transport, affordable, but durable for heavy duty use then the Sea Eagle is your best bet. It’very affordable and it is made to survive even the roughest conditions. It is designed to be both suited for whitewater rafting and open water fishing, making it a very versatile kayak.