About the 420x Explorer Inflatable Kayak
If you plan on camping, overnight trips or just plain need the extra storage space. The 420x is the kayak for you!
About the Explorer™ Series
Don't buy a kayak until you check out sale prices on Sea Eagle Explorer Kayak Packages. Great wet or dry boats - they are tough enough for class four whitewater, but stable, dry and comfortable on flat-water as well. 4 Models To Choose From - One To Suit Every Need!
Super-fast self-bailing with 16 floor drains that can be left open for wet whitewater and ocean kayaking or closed for high and dry flat-water paddling.
The Explorers also feature a removable slide skeg for improved tracking on open water. Pound for pound these Explorers are champions capable of handling any type of adventure: Fishing, Touring, Camping, Exploring, Adventuring, Whitewater, but Never Boring!
Making high-quality inflatables since 1968, we know best!
Specifications
| Person Capacity | 3 |
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| Hull Weight | 44 lbs. |
| Length | 14 ft. |
| Width | 3 ft. 3 in. |
| Interior | 13' 4" x 15" |
| Load Capacity | 3 Person or 855 lbs. |
| Deflated | 31" x 21" x 10" |
| Chambers | 3 (port, starboard, floor) |
| Tube Diameter | 11.5" |
| Air Valves | 3 Recessed One Way |
| Inflation time | 9 min |
| Seam | Glued Quadruple Overlapped |
| Material | 1000 Denier Reinforced |
| Engine Capacity | 34 lbs. thrust electric (max engine weight 15 lbs) |
| Floor | Removable High Pressure Drop Stitch Floor |
| Whitewater Rating | Suitable up to Class IV |
| Inflation Pressure | 3.2 psi |
Certifications
Standard Features
- NMMA Certified
- 16 High Capacity Self-bailing Drain Valves
- Large Removable Skeg for Flatwater Touring
- Front & Rear Spray Skirts with Carry Handles and Bungee Cords
- Separate Drop Stitch floor for rigidity
- 26 D-rings to secure seats and gear
- One-Way Air Valves
- Printed Instructions
Top, Front & Side Views
420x Explorer Reviews
4.8 out of 5 stars. (66)We like the Explorer better than the Fast Track because it is deeper so waves will not splash over the sides so easily and less worry about gear falling out. It does not track quite as well but we added a couple extra fins up front to help with that and we like it. We generally use canoe paddles to avoid being dripped on but it is faster with kayak paddles. It is a well made boat and very versatile. It's a good camping boat - which is mostly how we use it. I do wish the self bailing drain plugs sealed better. They don't leak much but even a little water means we have remove the floor and dry things before putting away. We always leave them in so will probably try sealing them permanently in some way. Overall, we like the explorer a lot. It's stable & safe and goes along pretty well for an inflatable. It's also light weight and easy to carry and stow. I would give it 5 stars if the drain plugs didn't leak at all.
We have the 420x Explorer and we absolutely love our Sea Eagle and can't wait for summer to go back on the water. It has plenty of room for two and our gear, our gear being: bottles of water, snacks, sunscreen, extra towels and my shoes. People were in disbelief to see such a big rigid kayak inflate from such a small pack. Many times we would go out on the main lake, during the busy times and in rough conditions, to the disbelief of on lookers. By the way it handles great in rough water. Every time we took our Sea Eagle out heads turned. Not only did heads turn but people of all ages and backgrounds wanted to know all about our Sea Eagle and I think we always did a good job of being Sea Eagle Ambassadors.
show full review ▼We have alot of good times,we use it on the lakes and rivers, even did a little white water. Great unit easy to use and set up. We travel in 5th wheel the Kayks fits in the compartment and is ready to use in the a few minutes. One of our Daughters put our six grand children in the Kayak there ages were from 4 to 7 and down the river they went and all had room and fun.Had an other couple try our boat and they purchaced one a short time later.
show full review ▼We have a Krogen 42 trawler as our cruising boat and cruise in the northwest waters of British Columbia. During that time we stay at various anchorages in some of the most beautiful waters to be found anywhere. We bought the SeaEagle 420x to provide a safe way for my wife to take the dog ashore instead of having to use our dinghy. The 420x was stable, seaworthy and easy for her to get ashore and back again. It also became the preferable mode of touring the multitude of islands we frequent. You can get close to the surf surrounding the islets and not be fearful of damaging the kayak if you scrape a reef. Ours is a salt water application primarily. In the 10 years we have had a 380x and a 420x there has never been a deflated chamber. Yes, we are satisfied with this kayak and SeaEagle.
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Key Features
16 Rapid Self - Bailing Easy To Open & Shut Drain Valves
When the 16 rapid self-bailing drain valves are open, you are sure to drain off water as quickly as it enters! With the drain valves closed you are certain to remain high and dry when paddling on flat waters such as lakes, bays and other bodies of water.
Modular Rigid Drop Stitch Floor Provides Double Protection
The unique modular design of the Sea Eagle Explorer™ features a super rigid, high pressure, drop stitch floor that sits on top of an outside floor. This has several advantages. The high-pressure DS floor provides great rigidity and super responsive paddling performance. The reinforced outside fabric floor provides a double layer of added protection so it can bounce off rocks, logs, and other objects. The modular design allows the DS floor to be easily removed for quick and thorough cleaning.
Large Removable Rear Center Skeg
A nice feature of this design is that the skeg can be removed with the Explorer inflated or deflated. Simply remove it for whitewater and skinny water adventures (eliminating it as an obstruction)and replace it for flat water to reduce yawing (swinging to the right or left). This increases track-ability during long flat-water touring, maximizing efficiency.
Deflated Hull Size
When deflated and packed well, this hull will fit in:
Backpack
Sedan Trunk
Midsize SUV
Large SUV
Deluxe Package
A great package for all-around paddlers
| Component | Value |
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| Shipping: (FREE if you order by Oct 31) | $105 |
| Total Value: | $1,632 |
| Regular Price: |
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| FALL SALE Price: | $1,099 |
| Your Savings: | $533 |
| 420x Explorer Hull | $1,149 |
| Two 7'10" AB30's | $118 |
| Two Deluxe Inflatable Kayak Seats | $118 |
| Kayak Carry Bag | $49 |
| Auto Dual Action Pump | $49 |
| Slide in Skeg | $29 |
| Repair Kit | $15 |
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Pro Kayak Package
For greater back support, our Pro Kayak package features two Tall Back Seats, two stow bags for longer trips. High-performance AB40 Paddles increase power and reduce fatigue.
| Component | Value |
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| Shipping: (FREE if you order by Oct 31) | $105 |
| Total Value: | $1,826 |
| Regular Price: |
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| FALL SALE Price: | $1,199 |
| Your Savings: | $627 |
| 420x Explorer Hull | $1,149 |
| Two Tall Back Seats | $198 |
| Two 8' AB40 Paddles | $190 |
| Kayak Carry Bag | $49 |
| Auto Dual Action Pump | $49 |
| Two Kayak Stow Bags | $42 |
| Slide in Skeg | $29 |
| Repair Kit | $15 |
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Pro Carbon Package
Our Pro Carbon Package features everything in the Pro Package plus a set of upgraded, top end, Carbon-Fiber Paddles.
| Component | Value |
|---|---|
| Shipping: (FREE if you order by Oct 31) | $105 |
| Total Value: | $1,934 |
| Regular Price: |
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| FALL SALE Price: | $1,299 |
| Your Savings: | $635 |
| 420x Explorer Hull | $1,149 |
| Two AB50 Paddles | $298 |
| Two Tall Back Seats | $198 |
| Kayak Carry Bag | $49 |
| Auto Dual Action Pump | $49 |
| Two Kayak Stow Bags | $42 |
| Slide in Skeg | $29 |
| Repair Kit | $15 |
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QuikSail Package
420 Explorer Kayak package with the fun and easy to use QuikSail™ for downwind sailing.
| Component | Value |
|---|---|
| Shipping: (FREE if you order by Oct 31) | $105 |
| Total Value: | $1,975 |
| Regular Price: |
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| FALL SALE Price: | $1,319 |
| Your Savings: | $656 |
| 420x Explorer Hull | $1,149 |
| Two Tall Back Seats | $198 |
| Two 8' AB40 Paddles | $190 |
| QuikSail | $149 |
| Kayak Carry Bag | $49 |
| Auto Dual Action Pump | $49 |
| Two Kayak Stow Bags | $42 |
| Slide in Skeg | $29 |
| Repair Kit | $15 |
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Pro Motor Package
This package gives you the best of both worlds - paddle for some exercise or sit back and take a nice, relaxing trip with the WaterSnake Asp T24 electric motor* (good for salt & fresh water). *Battery not included.
| Component | Value |
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| Shipping: (FREE if you order by Oct 31) | $105 |
| Total Value: | $2,070 |
| Your Price: | $1,479 |
| Your Savings: | $591 |
| 420x Explorer Hull | $1,149 |
| Two Tall Back Seats | $198 |
| Two 8' AB40 Paddles | $190 |
| Watersnake Asp T24 for kayaks | $149 |
| Kayak Motormount | $119 |
| Kayak Carry Bag | $49 |
| Auto Dual Action Pump | $49 |
| Slide in Skeg | $29 |
| Two 4 FT. STRAPs | $18 |
| Repair Kit | $15 |
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QuikRow™ Package
The QuikRow™ Kayak Package offers limitless options: whitewater, flat water, fishing, rowing and best of all - still fits in the trunk of your car! *Seat may vary.*
| Component | Value |
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| Shipping: (FREE if you order by Oct 31) | $105 |
| Total Value: | $2,161 |
| Regular Price: |
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| FALL SALE Price: | $1,499 |
| Your Savings: | $662 |
| 420x Explorer Hull | $1,149 |
| QuikRow Kit | $399 |
| Two 8' AB40 Paddles | $190 |
| Two Deluxe Inflatable Kayak Seats | $118 |
| Two Scotty Rod Holders | $58 |
| Kayak Carry Bag | $49 |
| Auto Dual Action Pump | $49 |
| Slide in Skeg | $29 |
| Repair Kit | $15 |
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Pro Motor Fishing Rig Package
The best fresh & saltwater portable fishing package of all time! Featuring: 4 rod holders, 2 swivel seats, motor mount, WaterSnake Venom 34 electric motor* and a muti-purpose storage box. *Battery not included.
| Component | Value |
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| Shipping: (FREE if you order by Oct 31) | $135 |
| Total Value: | $2,491 |
| Regular Price: |
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| FALL SALE Price: | $1,699 |
| Your Savings: | $792 |
| 420x Explorer Hull | $1,149 |
| Two Swivel Seat Fish Rigs | $458 |
| Watersnake Venom 34 | $249 |
| Two 8' AB40 Paddles | $190 |
| Kayak Motormount | $119 |
| Multi-purpose storage box | $49 |
| Kayak Carry Bag | $49 |
| Auto Dual Action Pump | $49 |
| Slide in Skeg | $29 |
| Repair Kit | $15 |
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Instructions
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7'10" AB30 paddle
7'10" Double end asymmetrical paddle is great for all our canoe, kayak and paddleski models. The paddle features aluminum shafts with fiberglass reinforced nylon blades. It has a 65 degree feather capability. Snap lock buttons to disconnect into 4 parts. Weighs just 2.62 lbs.
Deluxe Inflatable Kayak Seat
Deluxe Inflatable Kayak Seat. A great inflatable seat that provides extra back support for paddling, rowing or fishing. Allows you to sit 5" off the floor with 14" of back support. Works in all of our kayaks (except the RazorLite 393rl & 473rl) and 285fpb.
Kayak Carry Bag
The real time saver of this bag design is the way it wraps around the boat hull. You don't have to spend time folding the boat to the exact proportions of the bag. Just roll up the boat and place on the open bag, and wrap the flaps around it.
Auto Dual Action Pump
This pump’s special design allows for low effort and quick inflation. Made with a reliable and strong aluminum shaft. It comes equipped with 2 hoses - one with recessed one-way valve adapter, one with deluxe one way valve adapter - and an easy to read in-line pressure gauge. This pump capable of inflating to 11.6 PSI.
Slide in Skeg
An excellent accessory to increase your hulls ability to track straight and true resulting in less yawing (side to side swinging) of your hull during paddle strokes, thus improving paddling efficiency.
Large 9 1/2" removable slide in skeg for Stand Up Paddle Boards, FastTracks, Explorers and Travel Canoe.
*Note your craft must have the grooved base plate to accommodate a slide-in skeg.
Repair Kit
Repair kit for 1000 Denier PVC boats. Includes hull repair material, tube of glue & Halkey-Roberts valve replacement tool.
Tall Back Seat
Tall Back Kayak Seat latches securely to the d-rings on many of our Sea Eagle hulls. Removable zippered rear pouch for storage. Made of thermal molded foam. Provides great back support with an 19" high backrest. Great for any outing. Lightweight and durable.
The molded foam construction gives you a low sitting position to for maximum stability in rough whitewater and excellent back support.
Only weighs 2 lbs.
8' AB40 paddle
The asymmetrical spoon blade design of this Kayak paddle allows for smooth entries and an even pull, maximizing the power from your stroke. They require less gripping force, less effort per stroke. Weighs 2.92 lbs. Snap lock buttons to disconnect into 4 parts.
Kayak Stow Bag
This attractive bag fits on our kayaks and is great for storing snacks, drinks, repair kits or a spare pump.
AB50 Paddle
Featherweight AB50 8' Double End Paddle with Carbon-Fiberglass shaft and Asymmetrical spoon blades.
QuikSail
Universal Kayak Sail, converts any kayak into a sailing vessel. Easy deployment in under one minute, breaks down to just 43" for convenient storage in the bow or stern. This "down wind" sail can move a kayak up to 7 knots and can be steered using your paddle as a rudder. Works with all Sea Eagle Kayaks and almost any other kayak out there.
Note: Deluxe Inflatable Seats required when using with the Sport Kayaks.
Watersnake Asp T24 for kayaks
A light weight, inexpensive, electric, salt water motor that's built to last. Anti-corrosive paint and stainless steel external & internal parts allow you to take this motor into fresh, brackish and salt water without worry.
The adjustable transom mount makes it easy to use this motor with our 380x and 420x Explorer Series Kayaks and FastTrack Kayaks. Two-blade, weedless design propeller.
*For use with kayaks only. (Cannot be used on Explorer 300x.)
**Battery not included.
*** Coast Guard requirements dictate that each ungrounded current-carrying conductor must be protected by a manually reset, trip-free circuit breaker or fuse.
**** Not suitable for Bow mounting
Not for use with PaddleSki, Motormount Boats, FoldCats, Frameless Fishing Boats, FSK16 or Sport Runabouts. Not compatible with HelmsMate Extension Handle.
Covered by the Watersnake 1 Year Warranty
All Sales are final. This item is not covered by the Sea Eagle 120 Day Trial.
Kayak Motormount
Motormount kit for FastTracks and Explorers. Holds up to a 34 lb thrust electric motor with a max motor weight of 15 lbs.
*Not compatible with Explorer 300x
4 FT. STRAP
These straps come in handy to keep your gear in place. They are especially good for keeping the POWERCENTER safely strapped to the boats. 48 inches long.
QuikRow Kit
A simplified fixed frame rower that attaches to kayaks and SUPs in less than 60 seconds flat! Easy to set up and easy to use - the QuikRow™ will transform an ordinary kayak or SUP into a rowing and fishing machine!
The perfect accessory for Sea Eagle iSUPs, Explorers™, FastTracks™, and Pre 2021 PaddleSki™ Series. (Weighs only 20 lbs.)
QuikRow kit includes: aluminum frame rowing base, swivel seat, (2) 2 part 7'11" oar set w/ oarlock and oar pin, 2 quick release cinch down straps (length is determined by kayak/iSUP package).
*2 Sea Eagle self-locking straps included with kayak and iSUP packages (strap length is dependent on package requirements).
* One-time pre-assembly that takes just a few minutes required. Non-compatible with RazorLites™, Sport Kayaks, Travel Canoes™, and 2021 PaddleSki's or newer.
*The QuikRow™ Footrest (recommended for SUPs and Pre 2021 PaddleSki™) and Scotty® Rod Holders with Universal Deck Mounts are optional and can be purchase separately
*Seat May Vary
Scotty Rod Holder
Scotty rod holder and side/deck mount
Baitcaster Interior Diameter: 1.30"
Mount Dimensions: 4" x 2" x 2"
Bolting Dimension: 1 5/16" x 3 3/16"
Swivel Seat Fish Rig
Turn your Sea Eagle iSUP and iK into a fishing machine! Attaches with ease to existing d-rings in less than 60 seconds flat!
This Swivel Seat Fishing Rig is the perfect accessory for Sea Eagle iSUPs, Explorers™, and FastTracks™ Series. (Weighs only 15 lbs.)
Kit includes: aluminum frame base, swivel seat, two Universal Scotty Rod Holders with universal deck mounts and two 6ft quick release cinch down straps.
* One-time pre-assembly that takes just a few minutes required. Non-compatible with RazorLites™, Sport Kayaks, Travel Canoes™, and PaddleSki™ 437ps
Watersnake Venom 34
The white composite shaft and stainless steel propeller shaft combine with the weedless propeller to deliver quiet performance whether trolling or holding position in the current for casting.
A lightweight, inexpensive, electric, saltwater motor that's built to last. Anti-corrosive paint and stainless steel parts allow you to take this motor into fresh, brackish and salt water without worry.
A very important feature is the Digital Voltmeter Display. This allows you to judge immediately how much power you have remaining and how far you can go. A good rule of thumb is to stay above 11.8 volts.
*Can be used with: 10.6sr Sport Runabout
*Cannot be used with: 300x Explorer Kayak
**Battery not included.
Motor cannot ship to Louisiana.
***Coast Guard requirements dictate that each ungrounded current-carrying conductor must be protected by a manually reset, trip-free circuit breaker or fuse.
Covered by the Watersnake 1 Year Warranty
All Sales are final. This item is not covered by the Sea Eagle 120 Day Trial.
Multi-purpose storage box
Sea Eagle's New Multi Purpose Kayak Storage Box makes a great way to securely stow your items and is an absolute must have for kayaking enthusiast. Lightweight and portable, this storage box folds down to the size and weight of the local newspaper.
*NOT waterproof or completely water resistant
