Just an ordinary rapid at Hantangang

[@kovacikayak]

Sheesh! That was one big bad swim!

[@aaronsmith8346]

Wow!! I thought the rapids I got into with my 330 were hairy.....those were REAL HAIRY!!!! Great video!!

[@cyclinggospel5307]

That was Not ordinary rapid. It was class 4 white water! Great run! Thanks for sharing! I will definitely try it when I go to Korea. I just ordered Sea Eagle 380 x for touring in Rio Grande, Texas

[@allenmay3617]

Approved

[@Michael-xo8lw]

Great video! The laughter was wonderful.

[@p8ryot]

Great, great video. I ordered my 370 this morning. I'm so excited.

[@ll-yg7qj]

James Clark same

[@Bill97070]

Thanks for posting. I have a Sea Eagle 330 and I've just paddled around the nearby Willamette river in Portland, OR. The specs show it is good for class III white water. I see you had nice White water in places, even an overturn. How much longer did you get to your Sea Eagle. Also, do you consider the rapids you went through a Class III rapid. I would like to take mine for ride down the Clackamas River and they have class iii rapids. Do you think a class III rapid is a little too much for the Sea Eagle?

[@HaJoSchatz]

Yes, especially if you look at my other vid where we fall out, people tell me that's clearly a Class III. And I have the feel that it's clearly a bit too much for the SeaEagle. A friend of mine has an Explorer and it's definitely the better choice in such water. But never mind, it's big fun in any case -- just make sure you stay safe. There's actually a real risk of drowning in such water if you don't know what you're doing...

[@Bill97070]

Thanks for the response. I'll stick to class II and work up to class iii when I get the experience and Kayak that is better suited.

[@shoricelu]

what kayak is this? Sea Eagle Fasttrack? How is it managing the icoming water? Only two water exit valves? Thanks for sharing such a beautiful adventure video!

[@HaJoSchatz]

It's a friends SeaEagle, yes. Can't remember the exact model, but it's the larger one of the 2 that SeaEagle offers. Even if it fills completely with water, it's still buoyant enough to get you through the rapids. That said, it isn't really built for such kind of water; it survives but it isn't very manoeuvrable when full. It was OK for our purpose because after a rapid we always had plenty of calm for the draining holes to do their job...

[@HaJoSchatz]

Ah, no. It was a SeaEagle Sport. But the Explorer would be the better choice since stiffer...

[@whitlowphoto9832]

just got this boat. looks like a blast. how did you end up with one random person (3rd wheel)? you don't have to answer that... BUT when you fell out of the boat how did that go down.. ? meaning retrieveing the boat down the river..

[@pikulicluka]

How sturdy is that kayak? Do you reckon it could survive the occasional scraping against rocks or maybe even a moderate direct hit with a rock? I would really appreciate your thoughts on this because I'm thinking about buying one.

[@HaJoSchatz]

Yes Luka, they can handle quite some scraping and hitting. We've abused them quite a bit. Plus, you get a patch kit with it :)

[@crucifiction13]

Nice video! Glad to see someone ride the same kayak in korea. Bought it from an expat a month ago. Anyways, how do you recover when the kayak is flipped? And is there any safety tips? Im not sure if it's good idea to hold the rope of kayak when it happens.

[@HaJoSchatz]

Recovering is by just floating down the river to the next calm area. And yes, being tethered to the boat is a very bad idea, in case. I rather loose a boat than the rubber thingy dragging me down. Google a bit for standard safety tips, also how to float down a rapid when the boat threw you off. I suspect I know the guy you bought the boat from, there aren't too many in Korea ;-) I've left the country some 2 years ago but still in contact with the folks.

[@crucifiction13]

+HaJo Schatz bought it from a gentleman named peter. said he's also leaving. thanks alot!

[@HaJoSchatz]

The world is bigger than I thought ;)

[@coloradowing8518]

Okay, I thought I had hit some good chutes/rapids in Denver recently, but DAMN...compared to you, I was kayaking my SE370 in a pond. Great video and y'all were cool, calm and collected! Well done!

[@HaJoSchatz]

Colorado Wing Well, thx. But this is something we didn't repeat thereafter. There's quite some risk, for both (wo-)man and material...

[@GwendolynArvidson]

Awesome! Is 110 cfs a pretty normal flow?

[@HaJoSchatz]

Gwendolyn Arvidson Am from a metric country. Dunno; can only comment that there are plenty cubemeters rushing down every second in summer after the monsoon rains 😄

[@GwendolynArvidson]

@@HaJoSchatz Oh, sorry, I meant 110 cm/sec, like you had in the description. Basically I was just trying to ask if that's a normal flow to be expected. I'm coming to kayak in July and trying to figure out where to go! :)

[@solarjinx]

Do you have problems with the seats sliding back & forth? I notice they aren't attached to the kayak.

[@everysecondband]

Do the seats move around much since they're not strapped down?

[@HaJoSchatz]

Sean McCoy Not really. 2 people just fill the boat, so they have nowhere to go. Moving seats are the least of your problems in rapids in any case :)

[@billy1858]

does anyone know if the gumotex 410c is as tough as this sea eagle?

[@michaelahughes12]

your in The Sea Eagle 370 Sport. for the gentleman asking. Its made from a slightly thicker material than the 330 on the sides but the floor is the same as 370. I own Both an had one punture in the 330 (side- from wood with a nail in it! but never an average bash or bump) easy and quick to fix. none in the 370 atall and im owned it a year longer. Size wise the 330 is more 1 adult 1 child in my opinion but states 2 people. iv had two smaller adults in it though(no gear). The 370 is just that bit bigger so its more comfortable for 2 adults and even room for 1 child. we've had us two and the dog on it aswell. i agree wouldnt buy for class three rapids but it states it can be used. What do u mean a busted motor? how did u manage a motor on it? it may be your other video actually...

[@p8ryot]

I think it was a metaphor because the front rider wasn't paddling at the beginning of the scene.

[@911naimplate]

Am I the only one wondering what happened to the Sea Eagle after 1:05 seconds in? It appears to have disappeared? Not exactly inspiring confidence................

[@HaJoSchatz]

Rob M It reappeared downstream. In one piece. Inflated. No one and nothing was hurt in that exercise (except for a lost shoe and plenty of pride). Those boats are surprisingly enduring. We had another case where one was stuck in an Eddy for several days before being recovered. It still floats...

[@911naimplate]

Good to know...thank you........

[@l2edgjwt]

about time i get a new kayak!

[@curtismay3755]

I'm a lifelong whitewater paddler with nearly 500 days on the river (started in canoes with my Dad at age 4), I kayak class IV and V rivers from Georgia to Pennsylvania, I have been a raft guide on the New river and Gauley river in West Virginia for 8 years. I don't mean to discourage you from enjoying rivers, far from it. However, I hope for your sake that you invest in an actual whitewater boat and whitewater gear and get together with some more experienced whitewater paddlers before you attempt a run like this again. That Sea Eagle may claim to be rated for class III but I assure you that it is NOT SUFFICIENT for class III whitewater. There are some inflatable kayaks (duckies) that are legitimately class III worthy in the right hands but a Sea Eagle is not. I'm not trying to bash Sea Eagle, I'm sure they are great for flat water and even class I whitewater but the reality is they are not safe for anything above that. I have seen highly skilled and experienced paddlers get into real trouble on the river, even in class III rapids, I don't want you to get hurt or killed running something you aren't prepared to run in a craft that isn't suited for it. There are plenty of whitewater clubs and groups out there, I suggest you get up with one in your area and get some suggestions on boats and gear. Go on a few river trips with them, you will have a great time and learn a lot about rivers and paddling. Stay safe out there and have a great day. SYOTR

[@gloppy101]

I hear you and agree this is not the right kayak for Class III or for even consistent use on Class II. The balance is wack on these for ww use with the hull design and them riding too high. If you compare to a Aire Tomcat or NRS Outlaw, there is a big difference in the materials used, the valves, and design. Another good ww inflatable is a Saturn and they are very well made with durable materials. I ran our S. Fork of the American RIver two weeks ago and saw a person coming down in a Intex K2 but he pulled out before the big stuff. THe Intex had deflated the floor and upon checking it, there was a 4" gash. The sides were fine and it was one of those reminders about using the right equipment. The good news is that the poster and partner both kept feet pointed up and downriver. .safest thing to do vs trying to ever put your feet on the river bottom. Be safe as these rivers are full of hazards. I NEVER go down alone and prefer to paddle with experienced people.

[@PostcardsfromAlaska]

This ain’t no yellow bathtub toy. It’s gray, like a battleship! I’m taking mine down Satan’s Corn-Chute next Saturday. Jealous?