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!

Person Capacity 3
Hull Weight 44 lbs.
Length 14 ft.
Width 3 ft. 3 in.
Interior 13' 4" x 16"
Deflated 31" x 21" x 10"
Inflation time 9 min
Load Capacity 3 Person or 855 lbs.
Chambers 3 (port, starboard, floor)
Tube Diameter 11.5"
Air Valves 3 Recessed One Way
Seam Quadruple Overlapped Superior Glued Finish
Material 1000 Denier Reinforced PVC
Stern (rear) Motor Capacity 34 lbs. thrust electric (max engine weight 15 lbs)
Floor Removable Inflatable Drop Stitch Floor
Speed Estimates 2-4 mph
Whitewater Rating Suitable up to Class IV
Inflation Pressure 3.2 psi

Certifications


Deflated Hull Size

When deflated and packed well, this hull will fit in:

check_circleBackpack

check_circleCar Trunk

check_circleSUV

check_circleTruck/Large SUV

Standard Features

  • NMMA Certified
  • 16 High Capacity Self-Bailing Floor Drains
  • 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. (93)
Mark Cunningham Verified Owner 1/20/2025 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Awesome product! Great experience ordering, receiving, and service. But I have to say, I was a bit skeptical on the stability and toughness, but I’d take this in class 4 without much worry, though I didn’t buy it for that. Great kayak all around!

Kirk Kearl Verified Owner 1/14/2025 5.0 out of 5 stars.

I love my 420. Great quality, easy to inflate and store.

Robert Goodwin Verified Owner 12/27/2024 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Our Sea Eagle Kayak has been wonderful. We have used it on rivers and in two Great Lakes so far. It is not like other kayaks. It is so stable we use it as a swimming platform as well as a kayak. We bought it so we could easily take it on vacation rather than strapping hardsided kayaks to the top of our car. Our Sea Eagle is too long for super narrow fast steams so I will probably buy smaller one person Sea Eagles in the future for that. But for now, this boat is perfect for us.

John Hofland Verified Owner 8/31/2024 5.0 out of 5 stars.

We love our kayak. It's very sturdy and fits nicely in the trunk, and is big enough for us two grandparents and two elementary age grand daughters. We've learned - through a mistake - that the skeg is vitally important to navigation. With the skeg in place, navigation is a breeze.

Videos

Montana Matt takes on Animas River - Colorado
Remember to take your kids fishing!
Montana Matt runs the Upper Clackamas Whitewater pt.2
Montana Matt runs the Upper Clackamas River
Montana Matt runs The Lower BlackFoot, Montana Kayaking, May 1st, HIGHWATER
Montana Matt at the Clackamas White Water Festival - Mass Start IK Race
Montana Matt takes on The Big Bad Alberton Gorge - Montana

Key Features

16 Rapid Self - Bailing Easy To Open & Shut Floor Drains

16 Rapid Self - Bailing Easy To Open & Shut Floor Drains

When the 16 rapid self-bailing floor drains 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

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

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.

3 Separate Independent Safety Air Chambers

3 Separate Independent Safety Air Chambers

3 Separate Independent Safety Air Chambers for added safety: Starboard Side, Floor, and Portside. Providing an added level of security and peace of mind.

Deluxe Package

420x Deluxe

A great package for all-around paddlers

Component Value
Shipping: (FREE if you order by Feb 28) $105
Total: $1,596
420x Deluxe Package Price:(Item# 420XK_D) $1,099
Your Savings: $497
Hull $1,099
Two 7'10" AB30's $118
Two DKSs $118
Kayak Carry Bag $59
SUP Pump $49
Slide in Skeg $29
Repair Kit $19
Package price and FREE SHIPPING offer valid through Friday, February 28, 2025
a $1,596 value for just $1,099 through Feb 28 *

Pro Kayak Package

420x Pro Kayak

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
Shipping: (FREE if you order by Feb 28) $105
Total: $1,790
420x Pro Kayak Package Price:(Item# 420XK_P) $1,199
Your Savings: $591
Hull $1,099
Two Tall Back Seats $198
Two 8' AB40 Paddles $190
Kayak Carry Bag $59
SUP Pump $49
Two Kayak Stow Bags $42
Slide in Skeg $29
Repair Kit $19
Package price and FREE SHIPPING offer valid through Friday, February 28, 2025
a $1,790 value for just $1,199 through Feb 28 *

Pro Carbon Package

420x Pro Carbon

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 Feb 28) $105
Total: $1,898
420x Pro Carbon Package Price:(Item# 420XK_PC) $1,299
Your Savings: $599
Hull $1,099
Two AB51 Paddles $298
Two Tall Back Seats $198
Kayak Carry Bag $59
SUP Pump $49
Two Kayak Stow Bags $42
Slide in Skeg $29
Repair Kit $19
Package price and FREE SHIPPING offer valid through Friday, February 28, 2025
a $1,898 value for just $1,299 through Feb 28 *

QuikSail Package

420x QuikSail

420 Explorer Kayak package with the fun and easy to use QuikSail™ for downwind sailing.

Component Value
Shipping: (FREE if you order by Feb 28) $105
Total: $1,939
420x QuikSail Package Price:(Item# 420XK_QS) $1,319
Your Savings: $620
Hull $1,099
Two Tall Back Seats $198
Two 8' AB40 Paddles $190
QuikSail $149
Kayak Carry Bag $59
SUP Pump $49
Two Kayak Stow Bags $42
Slide in Skeg $29
Repair Kit $19
Package price and FREE SHIPPING offer valid through Friday, February 28, 2025
a $1,939 value for just $1,319 through Feb 28 *

Pro Motor Package

420x Pro Motor

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
Shipping: (FREE if you order by Feb 28) $105
Total: $2,034
420x Pro Motor Package Price:(Item# 420XK_PM) $1,479
Your Savings: $555
Hull $1,099
Two Tall Back Seats $198
Two 8' AB40 Paddles $190
WSAspT24 for kayaks $149
Kayak Motormount $119
Kayak Carry Bag $59
SUP Pump $49
Slide in Skeg $29
Repair Kit $19
Two 4 FT. STRAPs $18
Package price and FREE SHIPPING offer valid through Friday, February 28, 2025
a $2,034 value for just $1,479 through Feb 28 *
The WSAspT24 for kayaks is covered by the Watersnake 1 Year Warranty and not the Sea Eagle Warranty. All sales are final.

Pro Motor Fishing Rig Package

420x Pro Motor Fishing Rig

The best fresh & saltwater portable fishing package of all time! Featuring: 4 rod holders, 2 swivel seats, motor mount and WaterSnake Venom 34 electric motor (*Battery not included).

Component Value
Shipping: (FREE if you order by Feb 28) $135
Total: $2,406
420x Pro Motor Fishing Rig Package Price:(Item# 420XK_PMFR) $1,699
Your Savings: $707
Hull $1,099
Two Swivel Seat Fish Rigs $458
Watersnake Venom 34 $249
Two 8' AB40 Paddles $190
Kayak Motormount $119
Kayak Carry Bag $59
SUP Pump $49
Slide in Skeg $29
Repair Kit $19
Package price and FREE SHIPPING offer valid through Friday, February 28, 2025
a $2,406 value for just $1,699 through Feb 28 *
The Watersnake Venom 34 is covered by the Watersnake 1 Year Warranty and not the Sea Eagle Warranty. All sales are final.

Bixpy® Motor Package

420x Bixpy® Motor

Our Pro Carbon Kayak plus the ultra-lightweight, ultra-quiet Bixpy® K-1 Electric Motor. Motor includes a wristband remote control so you can sit back, relax, and steer with your paddle when needed. Or paddle with the current, then use the motor to go back against the current. *Motor cannot ship outside the contiguous U.S.

Component Value
Shipping: (FREE if you order by Feb 28) $135
Total: $3,227
420x Bixpy® Motor Package Price:(Item# 420XK_BX) $2,399
Your Savings: $828
Hull $1,099
Bixpy K-1 378 Kit $1,299
Two AB51 Paddles $298
Two Tall Back Seats $198
Kayak Carry Bag $59
SUP Pump $49
Two Kayak Stow Bags $42
Slide in Skeg $29
Repair Kit $19
Package price and FREE SHIPPING offer valid through Friday, February 28, 2025
a $3,227 value for just $2,399 through Feb 28 *
The Bixpy K-1 378 Kit is covered by the Bixpy Warranty and not the Sea Eagle Warranty. All sales are final.

Instructions

7'10" AB30 paddle

AB30 7'10" (4 Part Paddle)

DKS

Deluxe Inflatable Kayak Seat

Kayak Carry Bag

Kayak Carry Bag for FastTracks, Explorers, and SUP's

SUP Pump

SUP Pump w/ Pressure Gauge

Slide in Skeg

Large Slide In Skeg

Repair Kit

Repair Kit

Tall Back Seat

Tall Back Kayak Seat

8' AB40 paddle

AB40 8' (4 Part Paddle)

Kayak Stow Bag

Stow Bag for kayaks

AB51 Paddle

AB51 8' (2 Part Paddle)

QuikSail

QuikSail- Universal Kayak Sail

WSAspT24 for kayaks

Watersnake Asp T24 (Fresh & Saltwater) Kayak Motor

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 for FastTracks & Explorers

4 FT. STRAP

4 FT. STRAP

Swivel Seat Fish Rig

Swivel Seat Fishing Rig w/ Scotty® Rod Holders

Watersnake Venom 34

Watersnake Venom SX 34lb Thrust Electric Motor (Fresh & Saltwater)

Covered by the Watersnake 1 Year Warranty

All Sales are final. This item is not covered by the Sea Eagle 120 Day Trial.

Bixpy K-1 378 Kit

Bixpy K-1 w/ 378 Battery Kit

Covered by the Bixpy Warranty

All Sales are final. This item is not covered by the Sea Eagle 120 Day Trial.

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