Inflatable Kayak Blog

by Dee Owens

When choosing between the Sea Eagle Fast Track 385ft Deluxe Package and the Pro Package you will want to evaluate which package fits your needs. Here you will find specifications between the two packages offered to help make a better choice.

The Sea Eagle Fast Track 385ft inflatable boat is NMMA certified, with two self-bailing drain valves, spray skirts in both the front and back, plenty of storage space below and above with lacing made of elastic rope. The large skeg at the rear gives more yaw control and faster speeds. The skeg itself is removable. Sitting on the Sea Eagle Fast Track 385ft is even more secure with six D-Rings to secure seating for up to two people, grab handles at both the bow and stern, and the high pressure drop stitch flooring for more stability. The hull is resistant to both sun and saltwater, and comes in a nylon carry bag, with a repair kit and printed instructions. The interior dimension of the Sea Eagle Fast Track 385ft is 11-foot by 7-inches in length and 1-foot by 3-inches in width, while the exterior is 12 foot by 6 inches by 2 foot 10 inches. Even at that size, it will condense down to a 31-inch by 19-inch by 8-inch inflatable boat. The boat itself weighs a mere 35 pounds and can safely carry up to 750 pounds. It is made of 1000 reinforced Denier, which inflates in approximately 7 minutes. The Sea Eagle Fast Track is suitable for waters up to Class III.

The Deluxe Package comes with the Sea Eagle Fast Track 385ft Inflatable Boat, two 7-foot and 10-inch AB30’s paddles, two inflatable seats, a foot pump, and free shipping.

The Pro Package contains the inflatable boat, two 8-foot AB40 paddles, two tall back seats, two stern bags, a foot pump and free shipping as well.

The major differences between the two packages are the seating, Stern bags and paddles. Seating wise, the Tall Back Seat is more similar to the seating in high end hard shell kayaks, although I’ve heard that people like the inflatable seat almost as well. It seats you higher and still gives good back support. The paddles are both four piece, but the AB40 is a step up from the AB30. Lastly the Stern Bags are for the kayaker that takes longer trips and needs to carry some gear with them. If you’re an overnighter, they’ll surely come in handy.

When choosing which Sea Eagle Fast Track package is right for you, take in to consideration the amount of time you will be spending in the water, your personal comfort preferences and what type of paddling you’ll be doing.

The author, Dee Owens has published two novels and a variety of articles online. You can learn more about her at http://deeowens.webs.com.