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The unique design of the Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite is the closest you can get to the rigidity and performance of a hard shell kayak with the portability of an inflatable kayak. This monumental achievement was achieved with a hull made entirely of drop-stitch materials. The first kayak of its kind in the world!
There are no bulky raft-like tubes making up the sides of the Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite. The floor and sides are made of drop-stitch construction which makes it possible to have a narrower yet stable kayak. This superior hull design combined with the RazorLite’s tapered, rigid bow and stern molds allows paddling speeds up to 6 mph.
Speeds of 6 mph may be common in hardshell kayaks but not with other inflatable kayaks. This is an amazing accomplishment!
The Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite inflatable kayak is only 35 pounds and packs easily into its backpack for easy transport and storage. When you’re ready for a paddling adventure, find your spot, unroll the kayak, inflate, and you’re off and going.
Super fast and easy!
- No expensive roof racks.
- No difficulties with lifting and carrying a heavy hardshell kayak.
- No storage issues like those bulky hardshell kayaks.
Best For:
Flatwater
Rivers
Lakes
Bays
Camping
If you’ll be paddling on whitewater, the Sea Eagle Explorer would be a better choice.
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Popular Razorlite 393rl Kayak Packages
The Deluxe Solo Package is a great option for the solo paddler who wants more room for legs and gear. Its features include a kayak carrying bag, inflatable seat, SUP pump, repair kit, and easy-to-store, four-part, kayak paddle.
The Pro Kayak Package is a comfortable solo or tandem kayak featuring two Tall Back Seats for greater back support and two four-part, high-performance, kayak paddles perfect for reducing fatigue on longer paddling trips.
The Pro Motor Package comes with two Tall Back Seats for greater back support, two four-part, high-performance, motor mount, and the Watersnake Asp T24 24-pound thrust electric motor for fresh and saltwater.
Top, Front, and Side Views
Specifications
(compare all Sea Eagle kayaks and canoes)
| Person Capacity | 1 |
|---|---|
| Hull Weight | 35 lbs |
| Length | 12′ 10″ |
| Width | 2′ 4″ |
| Interior | 12′ 2″ x 17″ |
| Load Capacity | 1 Person or 500 lbs |
| D-Rings | 4 D-Rings |
| Deflated | 22″ x 22″ x 12″ |
| Chambers | 3 (port, starboard, floor) |
| Tube Diameter | 8.5″ High x 4″ Thick |
| Air Valves | 3 Recessed, One-Way Air Valves |
| Inflation time | 7 min |
| Seam | Glued, Quadruple Overlap |
| Material | 1000 Denier Reinforced |
| Floor | Attached High-Pressure, Drop-Stitch Floor |
| Drain Valves | 2 Open and Close Drain Valves |
| Inflation Pressure | 10 psi |
| Warranty | 3-Year |
Standard Features
- National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Certified
- Fully constructed with drop-stitch technology
- Manufactured with a super-strong, tear and puncture-resistant 1,000 Denier reinforced, high-performance fabric that has a PVC coating on both sides to create a waterproof, air-tight seal
- Hot-air welded and quadruple overlap seams
- Inflates up to 10 psi to create a hard hull with superior paddling performance
- Rigid bow and stern molds ensure faster paddling speeds
- 3 Delux one-way, recessed air valves
- 2 Open and close self-bailing drain valves
- Large, removable, sweptback, rear skeg to control yaw and improve paddling speed
- Front and rear spray skirts with carry handles and storage space below the skirts
- 2 FlexBrace ergonomic, customizable foot pegs adjust to 20 unique positions quickly and easily to provide great foot support and comfort while paddling
- 4 D-rings to secure the adjustable seat
- Sun and saltwater-resistant hull material formulated with special additives that also resist gasoline, oil, and other chemicals
- Printed Sea Eagle RazorLite Kayak Owner’s Manual
Key Features
The following key features of the Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite one-person inflatable kayaks set them far apart from other touring kayaks.
World’s First and Only Kayak Made Entirely with Drop-Stitch Material
The Sea Eagle RazorLite 393rl 1-person inflatable kayak is the first and only inflatable kayak with a hull made entirely from drop-stitch constructed materials.
The inflatable walls and floor of the RazorLite are created by joining each side of the fabric layers with tens of thousands of high-tensile strength threads. This allows for a much higher inflation level of 10 psi that provides the kayak’s superior rigidity over other inflatable kayaks that only inflate to 3-4 psi.
This unique design creates an incredibly tough, super-rigid, ultra-light kayak with performance capabilities that rival any hardshell kayak in its class with the advantages of being inflatable.
The 393rl RazorLite inflatable kayak is extremely light and rolls up into its backpack for ease of transport and storage.
Unique Bow and Stern Design
The Sea Eagle RazorLite inflatable kayaks have a rigid bow and stern molds made of durable plastic that creates a revolutionary speed entry system that leads into a double concave hull before opening into a flat planing surface.
At the bow, the double concave design allows pockets of air to pass between the hull and the water to create lift. The lift reduces friction and drag. The result? Increased speed.
At the stern, the double concave design allows for a smooth, clean exit leaving little to no wake behind.
When deflated for storage, the bow and stern molds easily roll up with the kayak.
Straight Hull Design
The Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite inflatable kayak has a straight hull design with a very narrow width of 25 inches at the waterline that maximizes the kayak’s Length Water Line (LWL). This combined with the RazorLite’s uniquely designed bow and stern and the tapered sidewalls allow a paddle speed as fast as any traditional kayak.
Length Water Line (LWL) is a performance term used in boating to determine hull speed and refers to a hull’s length measurement at the waterline. Kayaks with longer LWLs are usually faster.
Adjustable Ergonomic FlexBrace Footrest
The Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite comes with the FlexBrace Kit preinstalled. The ergonomic brace easily and quickly adjusts to accommodate 20 different positions providing a comfortable footrest for all paddlers.
The kayak’s footrests are not only comfortable, but they also improve paddling efforts to produce a more powerful stroke. A great benefit when out on a long paddling trip.
Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite Discount Kayak Packages
Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite inflatable kayak discount packages come in the Pro Solo Package and the Pro Carbon Solo Package and are designed to accommodate the needs of different types of solo paddlers.
The basic accessories of each package are the SUP pump, repair kit, kayak backpack, and easy-to-store kayak paddles with drip rings for staying dry. The kayak’s hull and its accessories easily store away in the backpack.
Sea Eagle RazorLite 393rl – Pro Solo Package
The Pro Solo Kayak Package (Model 393RLK_P) offers performance, comfort, and portability for one kayaker whereas the 473rl RazorLite is a two-person version of this inflatable kayak.
The Tall-Back Kayak Seat that comes with the 393rl RazorLite has a 19″ high backrest that provides excellent back support and its thermal molded foam construction provides a low sitting position for maximum stability. There’s also a removable zippered pouch on the back of the seat for those essentials you want close by.
Features:
Sea Eagle RazorLite 393rl – Pro Carbon Solo Package
The Pro Carbon Solo Package (Model 393RLK_PC) improves on the Pro Solo Kayak Package with the substitution of the AB50 carbon fiber paddle which is a half-pound lighter than the AB40 paddle.
The ultralight Bixpy J-2 PowerShroud outboard motor attaches to the skeg track by use of a slide-n-lock skeg adaptor. This motor has 12 forward speeds and 3 reverse speeds, 33lb of thrust, and runs at top speed for about 80 minutes and up to 12 hours at slower speeds.
The Bixpy motor is operated by the use of a wristband remote control while steering is accomplished by the use of the paddle.
Features:
Sea Eagle RazorLite 393rl – Bixpy Motor Solo Package
The Bixpy Motor Solo Package (Model 393RLK_BX) adds a Bixpy motor to the Pro Carbon Tandem Package.
The ultralight Bixpy J-2 PowerShroud outboard motor attaches to the skeg track by use of a slide-n-lock skeg adaptor. This motor has 12 forward speeds and 3 reverse speeds, 33lb of thrust, and runs at top speed for about 80 minutes and up to 12 hours at slower speeds.
The Bixpy motor is operated by the use of a wristband remote control while steering is accomplished by the use of the paddle.
Features:
Sea Eagle RazorLite Inflatable Kayak Instructional Videos
Here are a couple of videos from Sea Eagle that demonstrate the ease of operating Sea Eagle RazorLite inflatable kayaks. Inflation, setup, operation, breaking down, deflation, and storing are all covered.
RazorLite Kayak Instructions
Installing the Sea Eagle FlexBrace Adjustable Foot Rests
Who Are Sea Eagle Boats?
Sea Eagle Boats is a family-owned and run company located in New York. They have had a stellar reputation for making high-quality inflatable boats since 1968 and each of the boats in their lineup is a testimony to their excellence in the inflatable boat industry.
Sea Eagle kayaks are lightweight, extremely durable, compact, easy to carry and transport, and above all fun! These inflatable boats pack down into carrying bags and can be stowed as luggage when traveling or stored in a car, SUV, van, truck, RV, or yacht. You can get Sea Eagles to almost any body of water for leisure, recreation, fishing, tending, rescue, and more.
If you’d like to learn more, I’ve put together the Best Sea Eagle Kayaks For 2024 with Buyer’s Guide. In this guide, I ranked and reviewed my top 5 choices for Sea Eagle’s best inflatable kayak, so you can pick the best one.
Sea Eagle Guarantee and Warranties
4-Month Trial Guarantee: Try a Sea Eagle Risk-Free for 120 days! “If you’re not totally happy with your boat, just return it in good condition for a full refund of your purchase price.”
3-Year Limited Warranty: 3-year limited warranty against any manufacturing defects.
3-Year Extended Hull Warranty: In addition to the limited 3-year warranty, a 3-Year Extended Hull Warranty is offered to give you 6 years of total warranty against any manufacturing defects.
Certifications
Sea Eagle Razorlite kayaks have met the manufacturing standards of the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) for design, construction, and safety and have been certified by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).
Sea Eagle 393rl Razorlite Alternatives
Aqua Marina Tomahawk AIR-K 375
The Aqua Marina Tomahawk AIR-K 375 ( 12’4″ ) is fully constructed of drop-stitch technology with double-wall fabric for incredible rigidity and durability.
This light load capacity kayak (max. 282 lbs / 128 kg) offers speed, comfort, and stability with a molded bow and stern that efficiently cuts through the water.
The Tomahawk is a more advanced level boat designed for experienced and advanced level kayakers. The manufacturer does not recommend this kayak for beginner to intermediate kayakers.
Decathlon Itiwit X500 – 1 Person
The Decathlon Itiwit X500 solo sit-in inflatable kayak is made of high-pressure drop-stitch technology. This rigid yet portable inflatable kayak has a V-shaped hull that cuts through the water with ease to glide on the water with little friction.
It’s the first inflatable touring kayak that has the shape and feel of a hardshell sit-in touring kayak. And far above that it performs as well as a hardshell kayak! It’s so well designed that it doesn’t come with a skeg and it tracks well without one.
Its best use is for all conditions not just on flat water and its cockpit rim accepts a skit so it can be used in all seasons and in whitewater.
Decathlon keeps its research, development, and manufacturing in-house which provides them superior control over the quality of their kayaks.
The Itiwit X500 is best for intermediate to advanced kayakers.
For more check out the Decathlon Itiwit X500 Inflatable Kayak Review.
Sea Eagle 393rl Razorlite Review Conclusion
Impressive!
If you’re looking for a one-person, high-performance, inflatable kayak for touring, look no further than the Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite inflatable kayak. The rigidity, handling, and speed rival any hardshell kayak in its class and it has all the benefits of being an inflatable.
The Sea Eagle 393rl RazorLite is 12′ 10″ long which provides extra storage room in front of the foot braces and behind the seat, but if you need more room consider the 473rl RazorLite at 15′ 6″ long. The bonus of the 473rl RazorLite is that it can be set up as a solo or tandem kayak.
Note: The RazorLite’s narrow, sleek design and high-performance capabilities make it best suited for intermediate and above paddlers. Beginners may find the stability more challenging than a wider inflatable kayak with larger side tubes like the Sea Eagle Explorer, FastTrack, or Sport Kayaks. (Click the link to see a comparison of the models in each product line.)
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Loved the deep dive into the RazorLite 393rl’s unique features, especially that drop-stitch material. It’s a game changer for sure. Great piece, Steve Hood, really covered it all!
how does the bixpy motor package handle against strong currents? been curious to try but kinda hesitant.
The Bixpy motor package sounds cool. Never thought I’d see a motor on a kayak but here we are. Innovation at its finest.
Isn’t the whole point of kayaking to paddle? Feels like using a motor is cheating lol.
Great, just what we needed. Now even kayaks have carbon footprints.
The straight hull design has got to offer some smooth sailing. Can’t wait to try it out on my next retreat.
Does the drop-stitch material affect the kayak’s weight and portability? Super curious about the tech aspects.
Just reading about the RazorLite 393rl makes me wanna hit the water asap. Those features sound perfect for my next adventure!
World’s first kayak made entirely of drop-stitch material, huh? I’ll believe it’s a breakthrough when I see it in action.
are the footrests easy to adjust for someone who’s never kayaked before? kinda worried i won’t get it right.
Every time I read about new kayak tech I get so pumped. The RazorLite 393rl sounds amazing, can’t wait to try it out!
The installation videos for the foot rests are a nice touch. Good to have resources for the DIYers out there.