Sea Eagle Fast Track Kayak Review

A look at the drain holes on the Sea Eagle Fast Track 385. I bought the Sea Eagle Fast Track in March 2013 and have used it extensively in open waters around Singapore since that time.
See my website to see some of the trips we have done in the fast track: axeoneverest.com/micro-adventure/
One issue I had was water getting in the kayak in choppy conditions and how to get rid of the water. After asking a few questions I got no real answers so made my own tests and have found to have the drain holes in the back open during choppy conditions. This will allow some water into the boat - about 1 - 1.5 inches with my wife and I (a combined weight of 135kg ~297lbs), Obviously the lighter or heavier you are will let more or less water in. We found this much easier than continuous baling though. Overall I am pretty happy with the Fast track and would highly recommend it for portability, rugged design, ease of use, stability and we go on some very cool adventures, frequently padding 20km + per outing.

[@felixk4676]

Very helpful video! Would you recommend the FastTrack for open water shore kayaking? I am a big fan SeaEagle and am looking for an inflatable to use for open water paddling: I tried the Razorlite for this, but it does not feel perfectly safe (fast, but no self-bailing desing and tippy) and the Explorer is stable, gut VERY sluggish/slow...

[@2107cojack]

Hi! Im from Singapore too! May i know where you bought the fast track? locally or do you bought it online and ship it in?

[@jeansandmyshirt]

Sea Eagle Razorlite 393rl or this?