Is the SE 330 better than the SE 370 for solo kayaking? [5'10" 160lbs & 5'5" 130lbs] We use it only 10% as a 2 person kayak for 3 hr kayak trips.
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I personally feel the SE 330 is too clamp even for 2 of 5'5", but for solo, 5'10" should be OK.Whether it's better than the SE 370, the choice is yours. You certainly will get more room with higher price. But since you go tandem only 10%, maybe you can get by with the SE 330, even though kind of crowded. I have used my SE 330 on the Pacific several times without any problems.
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We've got the 330 Pro and pretty much like it! We are 5' 7 127, 5'4 118! Roomy enough, tracked well, easy to inflate and deflate. I did use an electric pump to blowup, quick! We just get to use it more!
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Hey Luis:I am 6-0, 235 so I hear you. Short answer is it will be kind of tight, but you could probably make it work. I leave the seat out bc it takes room and isn't necessary and also zip up the cockpit cover AFTER I'm in the boat and it seems to work out OK. I"ve taken it out for 2-3 hours and been fine. I honestly don't know what other kayak I'd recommend. One reason I got this was at 10 feet long, it was among the longest inflatables I found.
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Yes it is worth the money to get the better seats. We have both the 3 seat and the 2 seat. I am 5'6 and my husband is about 5'9. We have gone together in the 3 sweater and he can stretch his legs out nicely. If you get the 2 seated you won't be able to stretch your legs much. The 2 is easier to go alone in but the 3 is not too bad to paddle alone. If you plan on going on excursions longer than a couple of hours I would suggest you get the longer one if their will always be 2 people.
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The explorer is a bigger kayak. Higher side walls. For me the challenger works fine, and I have plenty of space.
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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.
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I'm 5'10". The tent is long enough when on the level. If you're on a small slope the inevitable night time creep will put your feet/sleeping bag against the door. Not a big deal unless it's damp or cold. That being said, I love this tent being a solo kayaker. It holds all my gear and myself comfortably even in ugly weather.
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big ones,like you use for inflatable mattresses and smaller on the foot and back rest. I tried the pump from our mattress but took a while and wasn't really firm. Do yourself a favor and get the Sevylor pump. I got one for Less than $20 bucks and it's awesome quick and efficient. BTW, I absolutely love this kayak. I had everyone on the lake jealous. And it comes with the same or better oars that didn't come with any of the other kayaks I've seen. They had to purchase them seperate.
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I was a first timer with the 370...it's all about space. I'm 6'8", and we can fit me, my wife, my beagle, and tie on a couple backpacks, two chairs, a folding table , a tent... Go small for whitewater, but go 370 for day or multi-day trips.
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very difficult to load a 70 lb kayak on a high suv. my kayak weighed approx 75 lbs. and had a lot of difficulty. after few tries, i returned it to amazon and bit the bullet and purchased the hulavator from thule. what a huge difference.
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Hi I think you could fit a tandem if you space the hooks widely. We have one installed on the railing of our deck, and it is holding up fine so far. I would recommend getting a cover for the cockpit though, as I have heard of animals making a home in kayaks. Happy Kayaking :)
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I think either one would be ok.. The longer one will be easier in the beginning but with some time on the water, you may want the 10 footer..I am a beginner and I got the 10 footer..
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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.
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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.
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Yes. I got the 330 size, because I could carry some gear in the other areas. I wanted big enough for myself and gear, but not for 2 adults. The 330 can hold one adult and a child. I took a friend, but she is only 105# and a very small frame. I had to drag a floating cooler behind that carried air pump, our lunches & beverages and dry shirts.
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I bought for my son and he uses for the same purpose. His kayak is an 8 foot, sit in version. You should have no problem with 10 ft. It collapses and he stores inside or lashed up top, so don't know how that would work for you.
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did a lot of research on kayaks and this one came out on top. lots of good things to say about it but for a first timer it wouldn't make much sense to try to explain. i have 5 other kayaks and this one is the best of the bunch for many reasons qualityhomes@juno.com email if you want more info
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It depends on their size. Bear in mind the total load capacity is about 500 pounds. We surfed the 370 in Hawaii with a 200 lb. man in front, a 200 lb man in back and a 75 lb child in center, sitting on floor and I felt we were maxed out. For cruising with three at 150 lb each, I would suggest tht the middle person sit on one of those square life preservators and simply ride but not paddle. It's cozy and best done for short trips...like riding the surf as opposed to camping with gear.