Does not like short chop greater than 3ft the bow plunges through the waves and you get a lot of water in the boat. Because of the way the floor meets the sides and the plastic inserts in the bow and stern it is dificult to get completely dry. The backrest should be some 15 cm shorter, btw. This boat is not rated for any kind of whitewater and has no self bailing capability, when the wind waves get more than a foot or so I get some water over the bow when paddling into or quartering the waves. All in all I really like it, and so far it's been durable and fun to paddle. 3. The good stuff. There is no spot to hold onto, due to design of the boat/sides. Get 50mm thick closed cell foam. I find that ridiculous on a high end kayak. I have taken this boat out on rivers and lakes, including Lake Ontario. The pressure from your feet push it forward, so it's easier that way.. Worst design flaw of boat, and such a cheap fix. I do recommend using 303 Protectant if in a sub tropical climate like I am in in Florida. Good boat in large rolling swell, it is very stable and relatively quick if trimmed flat. I also own a Sea Eagle FastTrack 365 (original model), a Pathfinder IK, and a Native Watercraft Inuit 14.5 rotomolded kayak. The RazorLite is essentially rigid and fast, on the water it tracks very well whether sea or river, waves or current. We have an old SeaEagle Explorer that is 30 yrs old this year, still in pretty good shape! I only put the kayak on the water by using boat ramps. This is why when you first sit in it it seems a bit unstable, but as you use it you will realize it's actually more stable than a conventional round bottom boat. Towel also comes in handy at the end of the day to wipe everything down. If approved, youll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. View cart for details. Something went wrong. So, my compromise was this kayak. Owned for about a year, paddling in NY's Finger Lake area. We recently added the RazorLite 393RL to the fleet and after paddling this in various conditions on a fast river, big lake, and creeks, I give this kayak a 10! Please allow 10 days delivery to your door. If you're an fairly experienced paddler and are looking for a high quality inflatable kayak to upgrade to, this one is definitely worth the money. If you paddle without t-shirt and with rotating your upper body (as you should paddle), your back will be scratched. A ShopVac might help, too. Our prices are in Canadian dollars and include the duty and brokerage fees. Just call Sea Eagle's toll-free number and ask for "Hawaiian Dan" You'll be glad you did. But unlike the Eddyline, it has virtually no secondary stability - once you get it so the side is getting wet, you are over. We watched the SeaEagle video (how to), it was helpful. Is it really a kayak at all? Bin it. At least if it's inside the vehicle, theft is less likely! I love this kayak! Going to the put in with the top down! On the RazorLite, each side of the drop-stitch floor is tape-welded permanently to the hull's side walls. 8) The plastic paddle sold together with this boat is a real crap. Yes, it looks good but this is extremely stupid design. A 4 mph cruise speed is easy with calm water. Build quality (fit/finish) is top notch with high quality materials used (including the 3 Halkey valves), takes less than 10 minutes to fill, has 2 scupper ports in back (open/close), removable skeg, plenty of D rings for seat and feet adjustments, and at 13'10"" there is plenty of room for gear. To start a return, you can contact us at sales@bornsalty.com. I love this and the 473 but shop around for price. Nothing on the market comes close (except the three other clone brands made in the same factory in S Korea that manufacturers Seaeagle), I have tried most brands of folders and nothing goes up faster or is as rigid. The kayak tracks well, it is fast and easy to transport. It feels very wide and stable. It is an open kayak so can carry me (heavy) my border collie and a bag of overnight gear easily. The RazorLite has a hard-plastic bow and stern, inside of which is a grid of plastic dividers. Marrying the benefits of the latest drop stitchtechnology with traditional hard kayak design produces a lightweight, narrower, sleek, speedy, high-performance solo or tandem kayak for the paddling adventurer looking for the very best. I contacted Recreational Outfitters and waiting to get a response, which i will also post. It just fits in the trunk of a Mazda Miata with the accessories in the passenger area. I like the boat and would recomend it for intermediate paddlers on smooth waters. The plastic is very hard with sharp corners, you will scratch your feet of you paddle without shoes. Well, if SeaEagle make one more generation of this boat and get rig of all these issues, I would give it 5 stars. My average cruising speed has been around 4 mph, which is well over a MPH faster than my previous inflatable. The seat is OK at first, but after about an hour it feels hard. The ease of getting the kayak into the bag has taken some practice. It's heaven to get my arthritic joints in and out. They provide rigidity, but they create a series of deep pockets that retain water (and would collect sand and mud, too, I imagine). Ship your kayak right to your door via Freight Trucking, Payments processed with layers of security. With a round bottom design the force to tip the boat is almost the same for the first 10 degrees of roll as the the last 10 degrees before it completely looses stability and rolls over. He's the fellow who does the informative instructional videos. The seat is too hard for me after about two hours. The two drain holes just forward of the skeg are specifically for clean-out, not for self-bailing, so they need to remain closed when on the water. The 393 RL is a very impressive inflatable kayak & I have really grown to appreciate its performance in a short matter of time. I've had many compliments on the lake already and most people are surprised its even an inflatable! The best advice I can give anyone is to contact Sea Eagle's "Hawaiian Dan." The newer models come with foot rests already installed which makes paddling easier. Thanks SeaEagle. I have regularrly paddled in 10-15 knot winds with only minor effects on tracking. One must paddle it to believe it's performance..it moves! Always paddled with the skeg. Introducing The World's First All Drop Stitch Patented RazorLite inflatable kayak! The drop-stitch sidewalls of the hull are relatively narrow, and the boat collects more water off paddle blades than my FastTrack does. The skeg seems to make it a treacherous chore to keep the kayak going straight and makes it harder to turn. Foot braces work well, too. A strike guard on front bow and some d-rings/bungees to secure gear would also be an easy fix. When paddling, you can hit these bands with your nails, break the nails or completely tear them away. A razor sharp, tapered, hard-nose bow and stern, combined with a fully constructed Drop Stitch technology hull enables the Sea Eagle RazorLite Kayaks to cut through waves cleaner, straighter and sharper than any other kayak on the market allowing paddling speeds up to 6 mph. Quality of construction is excellent. But there are a bunch of annoying details which indicate that the manufacturer did not think all details quite thoroughly. Perfect Kayak for someone with limited storage, or who doesn't want the expense, and hassle of roof racks, but doesn't want an inflatable toy with poor performance. 2. Wasn't expecting to be able to take it out before March, but we're having a surprisingly mild February in the Rockies. After a few modifications it becomes a good boat if the seastate is not too high. By far this kayak outperforms any inflatable on the market (hard shell rec kayaks too) and I've paddled most. Because of it's high performance design and capabilities the RazorLite kayaks are best recommended for intermediate and above paddlers. I had to grasp the gunwales and lift my butt off the seat to restore circulation. This thing is fast and I regularly get it up to the 6mph and sometimes faster in a current. Would give 4.5 stars. Inflated to 9-10PSI it is very rigid and fast. as it does track better and I do a lot of photography while on the water. Because of its high-performance design and capabilities, the RazorLite Series is best recommended for intermediate and above paddlers. A couple things to note. If set up correctly with a flat trim it is quite fast for its length. I'm sure the designers had good reason to do that, but it means you can't get underneath the floor chamber with a towel. I have been using the 393 Razor Lite in Florida waters for about 3 years now. I use carabiners and attach all gear to the outside of the bag to it easier to transport. Very comfortable and adjustable seat. Pumping up the boat takes about 7-10 minutes. Problem solved - although I'm usually with others, and we help each other with carrying. Don't Buy A Kayak Until You See Our Fast Inflatable Kayaks! The carrying bag that is comes with could be a little bigger though, its difficult to repack & the seat doesn't fit inside (my biggest complaint). 1. We purchased two 393rl in late June 2015 and have been happy with their performance thus far. In Stock. It has no rocker so not the best surfing boat but it can be done. If extra d rings are glued in it can hold 2x 20L camping drums. Its easier to turn now as well, another nice improvement. so it's really not quite like any other kayak. The workmanship is of high quality, built to last. Speed & glide of the kayak is very similar to a hard shell kayak with its molded bow & stern. With a hard chine boat the first 10 degrees of roll requires very little force, but as the sides come into play it gets harder and harder to roll the boat further. Bow spray shield is just there to funnel the water into your boat. The end of the bow cover is unsupported so any water on it runs into the boat. The inside of the kayak has a good deal of leg room, enough to lie down flat if you like (we are under 6' tall). I built myself a small wooden footrest to replace the pipe. We have decided to keep it off permanently. 7) I find it difficult to drain all water from the boat and dry it completely when I finish paddling. 2. Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection. Your ride will become bumpy. Everyone complains about the same thing. Under way, with my weight centered, the RazorLite feels quite stable. U.S. Patent 9,452,809. The stern and bow are so ridged that it tracks just fine on its own. Stability is fine. I fashioned my own carry strap by putting a strap from one D ring to the other thereby giving me a way to lift and carry the boat on my own when it's inflated. If any drawbacks, a little tedious to completely dry out, before storing. Flipping the boat drains much of the water but not all. 1. Setup is easy and usually takes 5 minutes to inflate with a little hustle. Instagram vs. When you're out on the water, our inflatable SUPs and RazorLite Kayaks will turn, cut and perform like a rigid board or kayak, and still packs up nicely into a small bag. It tracks much better than my other IKs or my Inuit hardshell, yet it's at least as maneuverable as they are. Quick and easy to set up and store, very stable, reasonably fast for a short inflatable. We will contact you as soon as this product is available. The Razor Lite cuts right through the wind and waves, and in the highest winds we were quite impressed how well they moved. I would say its performance, tracking, and stability is only slightly below my rigid ocean going kayaks. The lowest-priced brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable).Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag.See details for additional description. It is too long and heavy and the length cannot be adjusted. 5. Dremel the contour of your buttocks into the foam and for not much money you will have a comfortable seat. The manual pump is impressive. After using the kayaks we noticed there is hidden water under the floor, down the sides (inside) and in the bow and stern. 4. But it works great. Now featuring Sea Eagle FlexBrace adjustable footrests! Forget Heavy Kayaks! Once on the water, it paddles fast and straight.as advertised. Good to know! And you cannot beat the portability of it; it fits in my trunk much more compactly than any of the other inflatable kayaks we own. Don't see us ever getting the seat in the bag with the kayak. Overall I'm happy with the kayak. The Razor Lites are not for beginners though, their stability is not like other Sea Eagle kayaks because they are slimmer and sides are lower and are made for speed. He will walk you through all the details, and make sure you're totally delighted with your new Razorlite 393. The Sea Eagle RazorLite was the firstall drop stitch inflatable kayak. If you've read many reviews, you already know how most 393RL owners feel about this kayak. Ramps are paved. I will sometimes use a towel under the seat to give a little more support though. I am 6ft 245lbs and I max out the boats 250lb capacity. It paddles well enough in a straight line without. SE is very much aware of this issue and has yet to do anything about it. I substituted the seat with a preformed foam blank from Redfish Kayak, and trimmed it for a friction fit with the sides of the kayak. On the beach it becomes a comfortable airmattress with the seat and Footrest taken out. I owned a cheap $80 kayak i just sold as in "excellent" condition after 3 years of use and i only had one light paint scratch. In view of the tippiness, I'm reluctant to raise my center of gravity with much extra padding. When you first sit in it it will seem "tippy". I'm used to hard shell touring kayaks and although they are great, I couldn't get one as I'd then need a car rack, hydraulic lift etc. Not so good parts in priority of needing improvement: This is an extremely painful experience, I can tell you. Fantastic design slightly let down by finishing details. Again, the footpegs would be much easier to install if they were just about 1/8" shorter and slightly rounded edges. However, breeze and current made it hard to gauge speed through the water accurately, and I'm not yet sure how much faster the RazorLite is than my FastTrack. Simple to handle, pack and unpack. We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. 2) The seat is not very comfortable for longer (20 km an more) trips. SE sent me new ones like that when I absolutely could not get the pegs in. The outside stern and bow fabric has worn some, but seems stable, we are careful not to run up onto rocks, gravel, concrete or rough surfaces. Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. is it worth 1k, i don't think so. I have pumped it up and got it on the water in 7 mins not rushing, but hang on I have missed one of the good bits, it is easily packed (28lbs) to wherever you want to go paddling so the long trek to the shore, the long walk from the carpark, the train, bus or airplane becomes easy. It is difficult to set up (I had to shorten one of the metal rods to be usable). I was more comfortable cruising at around 3.5 mph. A trick I learned with the footpegs is to remove them by undoing the rear first. I started with using the skeg but after several trips I now leave it off, the difference in tracking is minor but the improved draft and manuverability are great. Comes with dropstitch deck.There is a market out there, Seaeagle you could dominate this corner of the market with some small improvements. Introducing The World's First All Drop Stitch Patented RazorLite inflatable kayak! A lighter, narrower and faster to paddle, high-performance solo kayak for adventurers. Modern Inflatable Kayaks are Lighter, Set Up in under 7 mins & are Easier To Transport. A negative is that it is more difficult to get all the water out of the inside of the kayak in the crack where the bottom meets the sides. So those are the shortcomings. Here are some initial impressions of the RazorLite. With a 'hootchie' tarp over a single fibreglass tent rod positioned front to rear it forms a good weatherproof tent. The first problem - it was impossible to get the foot supports in. It's a three board canoe, if paddling light it's hydrodynamic form isn't too bad. The shorter figure you have the bigger problem this will be. If your return is accepted, well send you a return shipping label as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Like the high pressure hard sides and speed. 3. This allows for a narrower hull profile, and greater performance. But the first month of paddling was without foot pegs, not impossible but not so comfortable, either. Your payment information is processed securely. I trimmed 3" off the skeg for better clearance in shallow water & it still tracks straight & true. Intermediate and experienced kayakers looking for a sleek, fast, high-performance inflatablekayak that mirrors the performance of a traditional hard kayak. It easily matches the speed of a recreational hard shell kayak. With the open concept you can store a lot of gear. For all refused or undeliverable shipments, a 35% restocking fee will be assessed in addition to all costs of freight, including, but not limited to, the cost of storage assessed to Born Salty, LLC by the appropriate freight company used to ship the merchandise. A lighter, narrower, sleek, faster to paddle, high-performance solo kayak for the adventurer. The world's first all Drop Stitch inflatable kayaks are a much lighter, narrower and faster to paddle, high performance kayak for true adventurers! All of the reviews are created and written by paddlers like you, so be sure to submit your own review and be part of the community! So I leave them in. Amazing handling (weighing 28lbs is a big help), with excellent glide, tracking, turning, stability, and ease of paddling. This is our first flat water kayak so we can't compare them to a hard shell kayak, we wanted an inflatable for the convenience of using a smaller vehicle to transport them and to store them with limited space. For example, more D rings, and most importantly-- handles on the sides in the middle to carry it solo. Exceptions / non-returnable items Certain types of items cannot be returned, including all Sea Eagle products, perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). I have to use soft towel to put on the seat. Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite Pro Carbon Package Inflatable Kayak Price In Canadian Dollars, Sea Eagle 473rl RazorLite Pro Package 473RLK_P with the NEW FlexBrace - Pay In Canadian Dollars, Sea Eagle 473rl RazorLite Pro Carbon Package 473RLK_PC with the NEW FlexBrace - Pay In Canadian Dollars. The 393 RL is definitely more tippy than my previous inflatable but that should be expected with its narrow 25" width at its waterline. I have run over sunken metal, shoals, branches and trees, rocks and even oysters and gators. Now with built-in adjustable footrest. Free Shipping - best Sea Eagle value in Canada! P4. Did a lot of research re inflatables, and decided to buy this new product. Forget Heavy Kayaks! I paddle all year long so it gets a lot of use. 10811 Sunset Plaza Cir, #404, Fort Myers, Florida, Sign up for our newsletter for special discounts, Offers, and News. With a tapered, hard-nose bow and stern, and fully constructed with Drop Stitch technology, the 393RL cuts through waves cleaner, straighter and sharper than any other kayak on the market allowing paddling speeds up to 6 mph. I haven't found a faster inflatable out there. I used a shoulder strap from a camera case for a minimalist but adequate back band until I adapt a small whitewater back band. It is really very different than any other inflatable, and I have to say I am very happy with it. There are a few little "cups" in the bow and stern that collect water also, putting a small cloth in there can get most of it out. The higher pressure enables a rigid hull. Speed and convenience are what I like about the design. The included tall back seat is very comfortable & provides great support. This is one of Sea Eagles top of the line kayaks. I prefer to paddle with my knees raised. It has excellent initial stability; I've never felt close to tipping over in my usual relatively flat conditions on lakes, ponds, flat rivers.