Sea Eagle 393rl Inflatable Kayaks and Canoe Reviews

3 Discount Packages available. starting at $999

Robin Collier Verified Owner 9/2/2018 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Every time I have taken my boat out, people are shocked when I deflate. They cannot believe it's an inflatable. I find paddling it a dream. Steady, fast, and comfortable. I love how much I can take with me, for multiple day camping trips (or simply a day trip that may involve stopping for a larger picnic lunch, holding extra baggage for friends, and carrying the pump and carrying bag anywhere I want without much thought...just in case). Customer service was great when I needed them due to a personal error. All I've had to do is get past my own unfounded fear of inflatables as somehow inferior; they are simply different, with different considerations than hardshells, and multiple extra benefits for certain cohorts. If you want a kayak that does not require roof support, or a truck (I even rode home in an uber one day after a trip around the city), this is the boat - or extra boat for you. I have only used it for about a month, so I will update if my feelings change. But for now, I'm obviously impressed.
James Riordon Verified Owner 8/30/2018 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Hi There

This is my third Seaeagle My first was a 465FT which I sold and then the 385FT which I still have. Now I also got the 393rl

Love them all especially the last one .

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Very durable kayaks. I kayak every weekend using the 393rl or a wilderness ulterlite that I also have.

The sea Eagles are fantastic for the long haul over night trips paddling with the 393rl and putting all my gear in the 385ft.

Thanks
Julia Grant Verified Owner 8/22/2018 3.0 out of 5 stars.

The good: For an inflatable boat, it is rigid, light, and highly maneuverable. It can fit in your trunk and store in a closet - perfect for apartment dwellers! Sea Eagle has INCREDIBLE customer service and a 3-year warrantee. They replaced a torn seat, a broken pump, and sent me a new boat when my stern cracked open. Can’t beat that! The mediocre: The price point is higher than comparable hard-sided boats. You pay a premium for the deflatability. The boat needs to dry before you can pack it away, which can be a hassle. Also, I would have some concerns about long-term durability - see above for all the things Sea Eagle has replaced (e.g. the whole boat!). The disappointing: this is not an all-weather kayak. Being very light with a fixed skeg makes this boat a poor performer in wind and uneven waters. Also, very VERY difficult to get back into the bag. A bigger bag that cinched in more would be much easier. Bottom line: amazing for an inflatable, but you do give up some performance in exchange for portability.
Rob Gilgan Verified Owner 7/31/2018 5.0 out of 5 stars.

I like this boat a little more each time I take it out. And it's so convenient, quick and easy, I go out more often than I did. It replaces a Wilderness Systems Ride 115, which I had for 6 years and really enjoyed. We wanted to be a one car family, so I sold my CRV, Thule Hullavator racks and the Ride and now have a great boat that fits nicely in a small car.

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I find the 6 or 7 minutes it takes to inflate the boat (with the included hand pump) to be the perfect warm up for paddling. At 10 psi, the 393rl is stiff as a board and feather-light. The build quality is exceptional and although I'm a lot more wary about how I beach it, it's durable enough for all the paddling I'll do. I'm comfortable taking it downriver on a multi-day camping trip, for example.

I've added a chunk of pool noodle under the front of the seat for better thigh support and better weight transfer, so the seat is plenty comfortable. It's a pricey boat, but good value at the same time. Definitely 5 stars worth.