Aaron Smith
Aaron Smith
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Sea Eagle 330 Class II and III
SeaEagle 330. FB9 Barnard to Stackhouse.
Paddlers: Aaron and Davis.
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Sea Eagle 330 and 370 French Broad River
Просмотров 25 тыс.7 лет назад
French Broad River running 4000 cfs. Section 9 in SeaEagle 330 and SeaEagle 370. Barnard to end of Maze Rapid. Class II and III rapids.

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  • @theadambragg
    @theadambragg Месяц назад

    Awesome video showing what the little kayaks can do

  • @Taematoe
    @Taematoe Год назад

    First time I flipped in my sea eagle 300 was in a cross current also. They sneak up on ya.

  • @TheUnseenraven
    @TheUnseenraven Год назад

    how did they hold up?? thinking about buying some for the cuyahoga river? already popped my intex....

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 Год назад

      They hold up great. If you have any trouble with them, and for any reason, they bust from normal operation, SeaEagle will just send you a new one. I like this boat so much that my wife and I saw used one for sale at a huge, sporting good store, and I jumped on it because of its quality. Matter of fact, we just took it out to the lake today.

    • @TheUnseenraven
      @TheUnseenraven Год назад

      @@aaronsmith8346 thanks brother appreciate the feedback! ordering one now.

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 Год назад

      I don’t know if you watch the other video. I have post it up there with me and my buddy Davis. That is a better video where we make it all the way down section 9 and you can see how it handles in the white water, up to class three rapids.

  • @doinglife7622
    @doinglife7622 Год назад

    Thank you Jesus for a good run,thank you Jesus. John11:25 Amen

  • @greghageboeck3650
    @greghageboeck3650 Год назад

    Maybe dinner.

  • @greghageboeck3650
    @greghageboeck3650 Год назад

    Let it tow you

  • @greghageboeck3650
    @greghageboeck3650 Год назад

    On a slow stretch pull a crankbait

  • @greghageboeck3650
    @greghageboeck3650 Год назад

    Fun

  • @greghageboeck3650
    @greghageboeck3650 Год назад

    U2

  • @greghageboeck3650
    @greghageboeck3650 Год назад

    Anyone check for a waterfall?

  • @allenmay3617
    @allenmay3617 Год назад

    Approved 😊

  • @greghageboeck3650
    @greghageboeck3650 Год назад

    My sea eagle

  • @HexnHammer
    @HexnHammer Год назад

    Did you get any leaks? I just bought one for a rather shallow river.

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 Год назад

      No leaks at all. It is a very durable watercraft for being inflatable.

    • @HexnHammer
      @HexnHammer Год назад

      @@aaronsmith8346 I tried mine out an was very pleased, it took getting hung up several times, class 2 and 3 rapids, and even a few hits from my friends hard sided kayak. I was going to return on arrival, thanks you for giving me the push to try it out. Best purchase I've made in a while so far. :)

    • @HexnHammer
      @HexnHammer Год назад

      @@aaronsmith8346 how long have you been "testing it's limitations?"

  • @chrisdafurz
    @chrisdafurz 2 года назад

    looks like i'm buying one of these

  • @lemleroy1
    @lemleroy1 2 года назад

    Good stuff y'all! Thanks for posting. My father-in-law let me borrow his 330 a few years ago. I have a hardshell, but love the 330 to take out with the fam (they like to tube and I like the kayak...I pull them along in slower water). Great to know the 330 can handle more than just easy paddling down a class I!

  • @lyf45mo
    @lyf45mo 2 года назад

    That is not class 3 not even class 2. Sea Eagle 330&370 are fun IK's,but you need to get up the scale before you attempt real white water.Those IK's are not stiff enough in the bottom for WW.

  • @MrHenlun
    @MrHenlun 2 года назад

    Nice trip👍

  • @vincebarber6933
    @vincebarber6933 2 года назад

    bitchin

  • @Alexandre.Savine
    @Alexandre.Savine 3 года назад

    Good job recovering the seat! Did the "seater" rely on "Velcro" only or also added some scotch tape?! Send him my warmest LOLs...

    • @HexnHammer
      @HexnHammer Год назад

      I have one of these, those seats sort of pressure fit themselves in place. I took mine out on rapids and it didn't budge the whole trip.

  • @FreddieFerber
    @FreddieFerber 3 года назад

    Thanks for doing this video. I was looking for a reasonably priced inflatable that could handle class II water. Hard to make that determination by reading a few reviews. Saw all I needed to see. Much appreciated. Sea Eagle should pay you guys :-)

  • @zhrob1
    @zhrob1 3 года назад

    Awesome run for sure and thank you Jesus indeed!

  • @funkydancer943
    @funkydancer943 3 года назад

    Great video! I just got a sea eagle 370 and it’s cool to find videos of others taking these out in class II and III’s! Loons like this was a memorable and exciting, abit scary trip!

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      The other one I have posted is when we went back and were able to complete the run. We were kinda dumb trying to run this as fast as it was going.

  • @tucsonazrealestatehomesforsale
    @tucsonazrealestatehomesforsale 3 года назад

    Hi Aaron! Thanks for posting, just saw this myself. I have a questions for you? I am getting the Sea Eagle 330 and really want proper foot rest to balance and push against for good ergonomics. Where did you get that foam, what did you use, for the front and back of your boat to rest your feet against and push off? Thanks. :)

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      I got two big pieces of styrofoam glued them together and cut them into wedges to fit. Works like a dream. I cannot remember the glue I used though it was sprayed on industrial strength and waterproof.

    • @tucsonazrealestatehomesforsale
      @tucsonazrealestatehomesforsale 3 года назад

      @@aaronsmith8346 Hey thanks! That helps a lot.

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      @@tucsonazrealestatehomesforsale anytime. I will try to contact my buddy to see where he got the material. It has been a few years so he may have forgotten.

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      I just talked to my buddy. He said he had to order it on Amazon but to make sure it is Non-Porous styrofoam.

    • @tucsonazrealestatehomesforsale
      @tucsonazrealestatehomesforsale 3 года назад

      @@aaronsmith8346 I see it on there. Thank you again, much better alternative than something inflatable. :) Got it!

  • @julieadaska1057
    @julieadaska1057 4 года назад

    intense ride im flowing with you as though im on the kayak just ordered a 370 pro

  • @augustog.martinr.5718
    @augustog.martinr.5718 4 года назад

    what is in front foot support?

    • @upstreamer1661
      @upstreamer1661 4 года назад

      I think it's cutted to shape Polystyrene. He have them here in Europe usually in 120x60cm panels in all kind of thickness. Everything between 2 and 25cm. Are used in building construction as insulation for inside and outside,... floors, walls etc. It's very light and water repellent too for short period of times. If kept under water for minutes, hours will suck in some water. Pretty cheap product.

  • @areUreadyFreddy
    @areUreadyFreddy 4 года назад

    Did any of you cut the Skegs off? Or should you not?

    • @bradypayton7497
      @bradypayton7497 4 года назад

      areUreadyFreddy you shouldn’t cut off the Skegs. They help for going the direction you want to go. You will most likely regret it

    • @kennethr2906
      @kennethr2906 4 года назад

      These models they are removable.. not needed in white water... only used on flat water and slower rivers

    • @areUreadyFreddy
      @areUreadyFreddy 4 года назад

      @@kennethr2906 They are not removable on my 370

    • @kennethr2906
      @kennethr2906 4 года назад

      @@areUreadyFreddy oh sorry.. well they should be.. lol

  • @gmarte12
    @gmarte12 4 года назад

    not to be picky but those are class ii at most.

    • @dalepollett
      @dalepollett 3 года назад

      You're correct. I've run my 300 on the Nantahala with 4 - 5 foot wave trains without ever tipping over. The Sea eagles can handle much bigger water than what you saw here.

  • @wildbillsadventuresoutdoor9276
    @wildbillsadventuresoutdoor9276 4 года назад

    Awesome, you took the time show how it handles class 3 rapid, on Sea Eagle kayak!!! I just bought one few week's ago. Of course I'm just going use it for fishing! This way save gas driving my car long trips, using inflatable kayak, then using my old truck bring hard plastic kayak.

  • @cleanrobotics475
    @cleanrobotics475 4 года назад

    Great video. I take it you guys needed the water drain open for these runs? Was there much water getting into the kayak ?

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      A little but the drain plug works well.

  • @olebiker
    @olebiker 5 лет назад

    Quit watching after the second F-bomb.

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      I was in a different place then. Thankfully Jesus rescued me and I don't use that language anymore. Don't blame you one bit for exiting stage left.

    • @zhrob1
      @zhrob1 3 года назад

      @@aaronsmith8346 awesome to here on Jesus. Congrats to you bro. Lively footage priceless. 😎

    • @MrStubat
      @MrStubat 2 года назад

      But you feel the need to comment and pass judgement? F-bomb off

  • @ratherbfishing455
    @ratherbfishing455 5 лет назад

    Did you put on extra skegs? Thanks

  • @kylefromthewood8829
    @kylefromthewood8829 5 лет назад

    Here's the foam you should use on a river that's a little more durable and won't come apart - Minicell. www.amazon.com/NSI-Minicell-Foam-12/dp/B00T3KKAP8/

  • @sargintrock2538
    @sargintrock2538 5 лет назад

    Most Excellent! I'm getting tired of watching set up videos for the 370! I want action videos like yours to see how they handle under conditions and uses that an outdoorsman would use them for! Thankyou!

    • @juffurey
      @juffurey Год назад

      wtf are you talking about?

  • @yuzhao5825
    @yuzhao5825 5 лет назад

    Thank yo for the great video! I'm about to get the SE370 pro soon. So excited to see that you can use it for class II-III rapids! I've seen a lot mixed review about this product for white water. Could u please let me know how's your feeling about the hull material for rock abrasions ? I've seen u scraped over some rocks and will that do damage or cause puncture so far? Thank you so much in advance!

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 5 лет назад

      I've had no trouble with rock rubbing. As Long as you follow the inflating instructions, you shouldn't have any trouble.

    • @yuzhao5825
      @yuzhao5825 5 лет назад

      Aaron Smith that’s glad to know! Thank you!

  • @jimh6780
    @jimh6780 5 лет назад

    Would be nice if the people posting could work a little bit to develop a vocabulary instead of just using obscenity and vulgarity infused with whatever emotion they are feeling to "express" (I use the word very, very loosely) themselves ...

    • @kylefromthewood8829
      @kylefromthewood8829 5 лет назад

      Fuck free speech. Am I right?

    • @MrStubat
      @MrStubat 2 года назад

      Cool…next time they’re in an extremely stressful situation they’ll call you and ask what words they should use. How inconsiderate of them

    • @margaretenoha5394
      @margaretenoha5394 Месяц назад

      Go cry some more

  • @diggitallindadirt3283
    @diggitallindadirt3283 5 лет назад

    I don’t think I would attemp that in my 370 lol

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 5 лет назад

      We were definitely idiots for trying, lol

  • @hovermaster939
    @hovermaster939 5 лет назад

    What's all the huffing and puffing about?

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      out of shape, lol......still out of shape, need to get my paratrooper mindset back

  • @pureleveragecrushers
    @pureleveragecrushers 6 лет назад

    Not a fan of the cheap foul language. But, why don't you strap in the seat?

    • @paulthepaddler
      @paulthepaddler 5 лет назад

      These SeaEagles do not provide any way to strap in seats and the instructions warn that the material will not accommodate any glue-on accessories at all specifically d-rings which leaves no way to attach thigh straps either. These guys pushed these boats to the limit and were smart to get off the river when they found it

    • @corbkifan5648
      @corbkifan5648 5 лет назад

      Velcro workes for me

  • @aimeegreen6972
    @aimeegreen6972 6 лет назад

    Fun video. Can you suggest where to get and how to cut the foam to size?

  • @saltwaterninja5059
    @saltwaterninja5059 6 лет назад

    Excellent video! I like seeing the product i am researching actually being used!

  • @aldavew.a.2154
    @aldavew.a.2154 6 лет назад

    That is an entertaining video. Did your kayak incur scratches as a result of hitting rocks and boulders? What is the condition of your kayak a year after filming this video? Your response will be highly appreciated.

    • @davisbelas3516
      @davisbelas3516 6 лет назад

      These kayaks are great! This is actually the 2nd season of use and now going on 4 years of use!

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      We had no trouble, some discolorations from rubbing but that can usually be wiped off with soap and water.

  • @virginiapaddler4857
    @virginiapaddler4857 7 лет назад

    great video!!!! looks like those 330's held their own.

  • @jimhoffacker1351
    @jimhoffacker1351 7 лет назад

    Great vid. Smart to get off the river b4 anyone got hurt.

  • @zantigar
    @zantigar 7 лет назад

    You're a good buddy, picked up his seat twice. Fun vid!

  • @bikerchicklee6453
    @bikerchicklee6453 7 лет назад

    it looks like you've got a styrofoam insert for a foot rest. How does that work?

    • @davisbelas3516
      @davisbelas3516 6 лет назад

      Worked great the ones in front give you leverage against your feet and either a cooler or another piece of foam in the back will help also.

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 5 лет назад

      More than anything it was used for balance. I had a cooler that was behind me so it helped keep me tight in the kayak for the Whitewater.

  • @anthonysmyth2392
    @anthonysmyth2392 7 лет назад

    What is the white stuff you used to fill the kayak?

    • @davisbelas3516
      @davisbelas3516 6 лет назад

      Pieces of foam measured and cut to fit in the kayaks for better stability and control, noticable difference!

    • @paigelangley6408
      @paigelangley6408 6 лет назад

      Great video! It's reassuring to watch someone take the 330s down rapids. There's no question that they're pretty durable kayaks. I have a 330 of my own and would love any advice about making a foam insert, because it looks like a superb idea. I.E) did you use styrofoam? what size block did you start with? did you glue different slabs of styrofoam together?

    • @davisbelas3516
      @davisbelas3516 6 лет назад

      Paige Langley not sure about measurements but it is one piece of Styrofoam. A friend made them

    • @aaronsmith8346
      @aaronsmith8346 3 года назад

      I will ask my buddy who made them where he got the stuff, though it has been a few years.

  • @toddwooten3132
    @toddwooten3132 7 лет назад

    everthing you paddle was mostly very easy class 2. Maze being class 2+. If you really wanted to test those out you should have ran down to hot springs. Thanks for wasting my time

  • @OutDoorZombie
    @OutDoorZombie 7 лет назад

    EXCELLENT VIDEO!!

  • @davisbelas3516
    @davisbelas3516 8 лет назад

    Not bad for a couple rookies lol