300x Explorer Inflatable Kayak Reviews

It's a pretty nicely designed kayak, but very mediocre for touring. It's fishtailing even when I installed an oversized skeg. It does not compare favorably show more... with the Saturn inflatable I own in that department. Quality is not too bad, but the company does not stand behind its product. The inflatable bottom in my kayak came with a manufacturer defect, a pinhole in the seam. It bleeds air, albeit slowly. I've opened a support case and sent a supporting video showing clearly how bubbles come out of the pinhole. I did not use soap or shampoo for that - there was no need, it was plainly visible. Your support personnel asked for supporting video with the soap over the hole just the same. As if I were talking to a robot reading a script designed to dissuade customers. I've been very busy and did not get a chance to deal with it again. But since you ask for my review, here it is. See REF#2417044. The email thread contains a link to the video of the evidence of the hole.

Sea Eagle Reply:
Thank you for your review, it appears that our customer service team has been in contact with you and sent you a replacement floor. The specific video we require is to process a thorough warranty claim. We hope you are enjoying your kayak with your new floor. Please feel free to contact us should you need any additional support.

I had on Class 3 Whitewater numerous times, not as manuverable or fast as my Thrillseeker but did OK. I would like to see a show more... lightweight 340x that would be a little more stable and be able to carry a little gear.

Just received my third SeaEagle boat. I first ordered the Sport Kayak in the 1990's and then another about 15 years later. Now, I have show more... wanted the Explorer for several years and just got it this season. I have only used it twice on lakes and can see where it excels over my Sport Kayak in ease of loading and unloading, inflation, tracking, and handling in mild windy conditions. I will be using it on the river this week and I am confident it will be good for the river as well. I don't usually do over class III but nice to know it can handle more. I call it the Merganser for the duck bill front nose; a common duck seen on the river here. I am just a little clumsy with the drain valves as yet and the skag. I did not think I would like it at first but I really like the hand pump, works great.

This 300x is my second Sea Eagle. My previous 465FT served our family on countless camping trips for over 10 years and still fetched a show more... good resale price. Now the kids are grown and I'm still kayaking. I needed a smaller craft for solo trips. The 300x is portable and easy to set up. It's super tough, barely showing wear after a summer full of kayaking many shallow rivers. I have never felt unsafe on large river or lake chop. It is easy to paddle and very maneuverable. The price, though not cheep, was reasonable. I'm 60ish and I am confident this boat will last my remaining kayaking years. And lastly, the folks at Sea Eagle have always been responsive and generous with there time when I've had questions. Thanks Sea Eagle!

Nice boat , fast and tracks well.

The kayak itself is fantastic. Great quality, I expect many, many years of use. Since I am a beginner, I took it on flat water. show more... It handles wakes extremly well- feels bullet-proof. Looking forward to taking it on some moving water next season. There isba learning curve though with setting it up and taking it down. I was not able to fold it back up nicely. It spent the season tossed in my back-seat, and didn't get properly folded until the end of the season.

These kayaks are just what we needed. We live in an apartment in a city, with not a whole lot of storage room, so the show more... portability and size of the kayaks were tantamount. We've taken them out more than a couple of times since purchasing them earlier this year and love their versatility. We've been complimented on them by other boaters more than once. However, there are a couple of minor drawbacks: 1) Needing to dry off the kayak after use. It's just part of the cost of owning an inflatable and having the portability convenience. Protip: Deflate the floor first, dry it off, remove it and then dry the inside of the boat. 2) The stow bag, which is more of a wrap in the shape of a Swiss cross with five straps that have to be threaded, is a little frustrating. Would have preferred a BIG gunny sack. 3) The BP12 electric pump only connects to a car-type battery. Does not plug into a car lighter or normal plug. But, those three things are very minor. We love just throwing them in the car and going!

Sea Eagle Reply:
Thank you for the review and feedback! A battery for the electric pump can be ordered - https://www.seaeagle.com/Accessories/pumps/electric-pump-lead-battery - We do not offer the Aux Power outlet hookup as it will trip the fuse on most newer cars.

While I like my Sea Eagle 300X, my spouse, Lindsay would have liked the razorlite better. They are slow on bigger water requiring a wide show more... paddle stroke.

We’ve had some amazing times in this boat on Victoria harbour and Okanagan Lake in British Columbia. A lot of people asking us about the show more... boats. Easy to blow up and store in our motorhome. Great value for the money. Would definitely recommend.

Only took it out a few times late last summer I am 72 years old and wanted a kayak that I can easily get in show more... and out and I am able to get in and out of this one I did have a harder time on rough water in a lake

I am very satisfied with my 300X. I've owned a 330 since 1982 and a 380X since around 2006? Most of my kayaking is alone show more... on a river for just several hours at a time, so the 300X works really well for me. The only problem I have encountered is that the 3 floor straps are not long enough to secure the inflated floor. I noticed that the 300X inflatable floor is thicker than my older 380X. Maybe I somehow got older straps for the newer floor? Aubrey Arrington

Well built, sturdy. I use only for flat water and I find that it is much slower than a traditional kayak but the upside is show more... that it is very stable and suits my needs. I like the idea that I can add a small trolling motor so I can take a break heading back. I may get the optional rowing setup and give it a try this summer.

Used my 300x on the James River this yr in two different location used it with the fishing sit loved it is a little different show more... than a regular kayak but a lot lighter and I can put in a box in the back of my truck with my 5 wheel also hooked to the truck so I can go anywhere in the US and fish or just kayak I have been using a canoe for over 30 yrs on white water getting to old to lift it plus cant carry it very well with 5 wheel hooked to truck. I have also let my kayak and canoe friends use it and it was a hit went threw class 1 rapids with the fishing sit on no problem hit rocks did not put even a scratch on the bottom which I was a little concerned about it is a keeper fore me

The kayak works great - easy to inflate, easy to deflate, easy to pack.

OK... so, I'm retired (quickly approaching 70), new to kayaking, travel in an RV. I've taken the 300x on our local river (the Charles) several show more... times and our local pond (Dug Pond) in mostly calm weather. I'm getting a number of inquiries from other boaters, impressed with the kayak. I'm adjusting to it and enjoying stretching my experiences on the water. I'll be taking it on our "snowbird" trip south in a week or so and will hopefully use it in various campsites. If I could change anything about the kayak it would be for it to either raise the seat or lower/narrow the sides [I've added a cushion and that helps for rowing]. Those of us who aren't olympic athletes in the later stages of age (and, perhaps on the plump size) would appreciate it! ;) I wanted a light inflatable that would fit into our 25' motorhome and so far it does! Thanks for making it!

From the initial purchase to using the Sea Eagle kayak we have been very happy. Communication and shipping was impressive. Kayak is easy to inflate, show more... even manually, and we get alot of questions when we go out on the lakes. Solid construction and easy handling. We highly recommend!

Very happy with the kayak! Seems very well built and the pontoons and drop stitch floor can be inflated to be pretty rigid. Still an show more... effort to paddle along in the ocean but way better than other inflatables. Catches waves really well! Also the rocker allows you to easily paddle back out through the surf. I'm surprised at what it will plow through. Only downsides are it's a bit heavy to carry very far and takes a bit of time to rinse the saltwater and dry it off for storage. Also have had nothing but good experiences with the SeaEagle staff--excellent customer service!

Great boat light weight very durable I'm on the Truckee river 2-3 days a week

Wanted to go with some friends and their hard shells though class 3s and this thing is great. I leave off the skeg so it’s show more... a little fiddly going to the next rapid. Better w a water bottle holder but they’re $9 on Amazon. Just buy it. Easy for beginners too.

As someone who is new to kayaking, it’s been a great experience. I needed a portable kayak for space reasons since I live in a show more... city. I also needed a sturdy kayak because I have a fake hip. The Sea Eagle 300X offered both and has allowed me to get on the water and explore.

After owning the SE-9 for a number of years, and pushing this boat to it's limits, I was not hesitant in the purchase of the show more... 300x. I knew that buying a Sea Eagle was a good choice and I expected a high quality product. I was not disappointed when the 300x arrived, and the quality of the kayak surpassed my expectations. The upgraded package was an outstanding value and I'm very happy with my purchase. Shipping time was excellent and I will purchase again, assuming I live long enough to need another boat!

Love the 300X, prompt response. Would recommend this kayakfor most people. I am 74 years old, I can carry it, inflate it without problems. Very show more... good product.

I love my sea eagle. Much more comfortable than my other sit in kayak. Easier to transport. I can throw it in the trunk and show more... be on my way. Pumping it up with the hand pump is a little tedious, so I purchased a battery operated pump. But, someone younger would have no issue pumping it by hand.

I reviewed SO many inflatable’s before finally purchasing this 300 X. Now, I already had a pack canoe, a hard shell thermoformed kayak and an show more... Oru Beach. But I wanted to do some rivers that might require something that would withstand rocks and shale and still be safe. Well. Down the Shenandoah River in low water…yikes! I thought the bottom would be ripped open. Nope. I found one scratch. That was all. I was blown away. It isn’t the fasted boat on open water, but it IS one of the most stable boats you will find for pretty much any type of paddling. And comfortable…yeah, the comfort isn’t bad, either. I have since gifted two of my other boats and feel confident with this as my do everything boat going forward. Not sorry, at all! Price, weight and performance have made it a no brainer for me.

We have a 300 x and 350fx. Love them both. We had two 393rl. But they were stolen. For our use we like the 300x show more... and 350fx better. Sea Eagle has been great. Dan Copeland