Which one is better? This or the Sea Eagle SE370 inflatable kayak?
1868566
Definitely the Sevylor; its has a rugged construction, it carries more weight, its larger so you can be comfortable, and finally it looks better.
1868567
I don't know about the SE370, but I did get a chance to check out the material that the company sent to a buddy of mine interested in that boat. It seems to be made out of material that is a tad bit thicker than that of the new Sevylor. The Colorado does have a nylon skin over the rubber material that give a bit of protection and makes it look nicer, not to mention compression to help keep the shape in control in the event of over inflation. If you do have to patch it up, you wouldn't be able to see any patch ups. I think that the selling point of the Colorado is that the seats tend to be like that of a traditional Kayak. Minus the valves, I have nothing but praises for the Colorado. My suggestion to you is to order that brosure and material sample pack from Eagle and see for yourself. Again, I will tell you that the material for the Sea Eagle is thicker and seems to be a bit better from what I have seen. Thicker than that of Sevylor, yet thinner than that of a Zodiac. If they have Boston valves, then that is even a bigger plus on S.E.'s side because the Sevylor has lame inflatable mattress type valves even though they do job okay. I hope this helps.
1868568
I've only owned the Sevylor so I no basis for comparison. Sorry! The Sevylor is great, though.
1868569
El Colorado es excelente. Es mas una canoa que un Kayak y eso lo hace mucho mejor. No es un juguete, es algo hecho en serio. Puede ser un poco ancho para remar pero uno se acostumbra. Yo elijo el Sevylor Colorado.
1868570
They are very different. The SE370 is a gentle boat. The latex membrane is covered with a softer less abrasive fabric. If you are really heavy the Se370 tends to bend. You must have the heavier person in the back. The sea eagle looks a bit dorky but is a great boat as well. The pontoons are strong but a bit abrasive. They both inflate quickly. If you are on lake, they will both be blown around if there is any wind.
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I don't know alot about the Sea Eagle, but my sister has one and it's good, but not as good as this Sevylor. I must say that our family is very happy with this. The quality is extraordinary and the colour is good because it always looks clean. The white Sea Eagle can get stained. Plus ours has fabric on top of the plastic body unlike the SE. I hope I helped. cheers
1868572
I don't own a Sevylor, but I do own a Sea Eagle 370. What I can say is that if the Sevylor doesn't have a skeg, it's going to be hard to get good tracking. My Sea eagle has dual skegs and it tracks ok, but still get's blown around more than my hard shell kayak does due to the lighter weight and higher freeboard than a hard shell. I can say I love my Sea Eagle although the other comments here are true - it does tend to flex some, and the white fabric is hard to clean and keep stain-free.
1868573
I am not familiar with the Sea Eagle, but we are very happy with the Sevylor using it out in the ocean kayaking around the edge of Islands and sea caves. We bought an inflatable as it rolls up and is very compact. It does require that you rinse with fresh water and thoroughly dry it out before storing for long periods
2181281
I have both and I like this one best. It's more waterproof as well as slimmer.
1551510
For this price, this is an excellent inflatable kayak. Used it last spring on a river with ice flows still on it and it handled very well with 2 of us in it paddling up, down and across stream as needed to avoid ice.. I don't see any reason it wouldn't work in salt water.
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You need to measure the width between your roof rack rails where attachment of this carrier can be mounted. Then add up your kayaks width to make sure you have sufficient room. The seawing is pretty wide. I got one on my rack (mounted in the middle) then needed two side mount carriers to get the other two kayaks up on top. Total weight of all kayaks was a concern. Make sure you check with the manufacturer to make sure you don't exceed the roof rack capacity. Like the SeaWing though, Real simple to install and use. A bit of movement (flex in the wing) while driving takes some getting use to. Malone was real nice to deal with. You need to measure the width between your roof rack rails where attachment of this carrier can be mounted. Then add up your kayaks width to make sure you have sufficient room. The seawing is pretty wide. I got one on my rack (mounted in the middle) then needed two side mount carriers to get the other two kayaks up on top. Total weight of all kayaks was a concern. Make sure you check with the manufacturer to make sure you don't exceed the roof rack capacity. Like the SeaWing though, Real simple to install and use. A bit of movement (flex in the wing) while driving takes some getting use to.... » Read More You need to measure the width between your roof rack rails where attachment of this carrier can be mounted. Then add up your kayaks width to make sure you have sufficient room. The seawing is pretty wide. I got one on my rack (mounted in the middle) then needed two side mount carriers to get the other two kayaks up on top. Total weight of all kayaks was a concern. Make sure you check with the manufacturer to make sure you don't exceed the roof rack capacity. Like the SeaWing though, Real simple to install and use. A bit of movement (flex in the wing) while driving takes some getting use to. Malone was real nice to deal with. « Show Less
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I have an Ocean Kayak Prowler 15 and it works very well. I have pulled this thing through the sand fully loaded with fishing gear, and all. It's an great cart for the price.
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Yes although most reviewers reported problems with them. I personally have not, but got a longer paddle given the boat's wide width (230 cm). Also got a small electric pump (airhead) which inflates to .92 psi, just what the kayak requires.
94809
I bought mine last fall and have not used them. I will next week for a 60# plastic sea kayak. I have checked it out and feel that's its well made and should be able to handle about anything you can fit on them
429756
yes, the paddle floats, if you are looking for a complete board with all accessories, buy this. I shopped around, and this was a better alternative for the money than an inflatable. I roof top it with my kayaks and it travelled fine. Longest trip 1000 miles. Good luck Mez
212066
I am an older single lady. That's why I bought a Sea Eagle. I can transport, inflate, launch, paddle, pack all my camping and fishing gear in it, and store it in a closet. If the wind gets high, I just deflate it a little bit to lower the profile (sink it a little).
2220049
I would recommend a cart with a larger wheel base. Even with my kayak unloaded it can be a touch unstable on even normal terrain. A good cart but definitely would recommend a wider based cart for the sun fish
2000665
I really don't know. Both of the ones we own are for our granddaughter who are 7 and 5. As adults we all have sit in kayaks.
1119183
I think it's as good as any kayak. I've used it in rapids and in relatively flat seas. If you can handle a kayak, this one will work for you. I assume your question relates to whether the boat might lose air during the trip out to the island. It never lost an ounce of pressure during any of our adventures, but if I were gonna paddle a couple miles out to an island, I would take the pump and a repair kit.
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Yes, I use mine in the ocean all the time. I have two ocean kayaks and I rarely use them anymore. It's so much easier to transport the sevylor. I highly recommend buying the "skeg" when using the kayak in oceans and lakes. The skeg also helps in rivers, but the skeg can present problems with boulders, rocks, branches and debris in a river. The skeg helps to keep the kayak tracking in a straight line. The inflatable seats are pretty useless. I use small canvas folding stadium type chairs instead and secure them to the kayak with rope.
254869
I agree with the other posters. Salt water is fine but I wouldn't take out in the ocean because the tracking isn't great and strong winds/currents = super heavy drag. Flatwater is best for the Sevylor. I have another inflatable, the AE Sport, and I wouldn't hesitate to take that out to sea tho I think the AE AF performs better on the open water. Hope that helps.
350752
Have no idea how to answer--don't know the model numbers, only the names of the products. We now have an AE Expedition model and my husband and I both like this Advanced Frame better for weight and handling but the Expedition model has more leg room. It is just not any faster or better handling than the Advance Frame and it is heavier. Oh it also has a nicer seat but that could be ordered separately and put in the Advanced Frame-and I think that seat is just fine. Sorry can't answer better. These are all we have tried of the inflatables.
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Beverly, I don't if ALL kayaks fit; I don't know ALL kayaks. I use the SeaWing to carry my Ocean Kayak Torque kayaks on top of a Dodge Caravan. I use the factory rack and the SeaWings fit nicely. The Torques are ~14ft long, almost 30" wide and weigh ~75 lbs. each; they are larger than average. I have driven at 70 mph and the kayaks are stable up there. The biggest reason I have these SeaWings is that I can drive into the garage with them during kayaking season, and don't have to take them off all the time. &lt;&lt;http://g-lu.smugmug.com/Family/2012-Christmas/i-nsrHfXs/A&gt;&gt;
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Not sure of the difference between the two but the one we bought is very flexible. We have 200lb. divers jumping off and it is very flexible.