The shape and rigid keel give the FastTrack a really smooth feel as it cuts through the water. It has a really nice touring shape with a tapered bow and stern as well as a unique kneedlenife keel. So just what makes this inflatable kayak unique? In my opinion there are two main factors. The 385FTA is ideal for camping by the lake or for early adventures to hard to reach fishing spots. The protective floor pad is made with non-slip crocodile hide EVA foam, which not only helps prevent slipping but also provides extra protection against punctures and lacerations from fish, hooks and fishing tools. It also has reinforced side walls and a 36″ built-in fish ruler. It comes complete with customized front & rear spray skirts with built-in rod, tool, hook and lure holders. If you’re looking for a no-traditional way to fish, this is a great option.Īlthough many inflatable kayaks can be used for fishing, most don’t come with the customized extras that this one has. I reviewed this inflatable kayak awhile back and was impressed with how well thought out it is. The 385FTA is part of Sea Eagle’s angler series.
The extra length also makes it slightly harder to turn, you have to put a little more effort into it. However I find it takes quite a bit more effort to paddle solo, at least for me. The 465FT is really fun to paddle with more than one person as you can really pick up some speed. This is a great option if you want to paddle with family members, more than one dog or if you need to load up for an expedition. It comes with three seats and can sit three adults. The larger 465 FastTrack is almost 3 feet longer and weighs 9 lbs more than the 385FT.
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If you want extra space for two people plus a dog or child then you can jump up in size to the 465FT. It comfortably fits two people but there isn’t a lot of room leftover. It travels easy in the trunk of my car and takes only minutes to set up wherever I decide to launch it. I have used this kayak a lot over the years and taken it on so many road trips.
This was the very first time my dad ever went kayaking and I was really happy that the FastTrack was comfortable enough for him to go out and enjoy. Pictured above is my dad and brother paddling my older FastTrack. There are three different FastTrack models available. Pictured below is the 380X – The 380X was the first IK I bought many years ago – super stable ride! You can read my review of the 380X here. If you want a kayak that can handle taking on some real rapids you would be better off taking a look at one of the Sea Eagle Explorer kayaks – the 300X, 380X or 420X, all of which are rated for up to class IV rapids. If you do find yourself in rougher conditions the FastTrack does have 4 recessed one way valves that you can open to drain the water. It can handle up to class II rapids but is better suited for calmer water. I have never had an issue plowing through rough or windy conditions.Īlthough it is fairly versatile it is worth noting that it is not suited for real whitewater kayaking. The FastTrack can handle choppy water and paddling through wake from boats.
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If you love to fish, there is a fantastic angler series model that is fully decked out for easy kayak fishing. Yet more advanced paddlers will appreciate the good tracking, easy glide and rigid design. It feels solid in the water, is nearly impossible to tip and feels very safe and comfortable to ride. This is a very easy kayak for a beginner to use. However you can also remove one seat and reposition the other one to the middle of the kayak for solo paddling as well, which is how I use it most often.
The 385FT is a tandem model that is ideal for heading out with your favorite kayaking buddy. It feels very stable yet it is slightly more streamlined than the wider Sea Eagle Explorer kayaks. The Sea Eagle FastTrack is best suited for paddling on lakes, calm rivers or along the ocean coastline. It has served me well and the latest model is even better than ever. I have spent almost 10 years paddling this kayak off and on. I loved the FastTrack then and I still love it now. The smaller side tubes make it not only easier to paddle (less reach) but more efficient as well. It has a really nice combination of stability and smooth glide, without the drag that you sometimes encounter with inflatables. The FastTrack quickly became extremely popular due to the fact that it suits a wide variety of people and tracks better than many other IK’s on the market. At the time I had been paddling a wider kayak for several years and was really excited to switch over to a slightly faster inflatable kayak (IK) with a leaner frame. I remember when the FastTrack first came on the market several years ago.
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