Saturn SD385 Inflatable Boat Water Review

This boat handled the water really nicely and even though I was only using a 6hp outboard it got into plane within 10 seconds.
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[@Mike_44]

What a perfect tranquil place to launch a boat. Very nice!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thanks for watching!

[@tinfingers2870]

I need a dinghy for my sailboat. I was looking at the deep v Jon boat. You got me to consider the inflatable. Considering the storage and the overall cost, there's nothing even close to the inflatable with the air floor. You save me a lot of money and a lot of headache. Thanks for the videos buddy.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

A pleasure to be of help. Safe travels!

[@ab79381]

Guys, I recommend you to try the new version of Saturn because the seams are heat welded. They are much better to my knowledge. I bought the SD version but unfortunately it fell apart because the seams are glue welded. So the glue broke down after 4 years of use. If you want to buy a dinghy, keep away from the glue welded ones and go for the heat welded ones because they will definitely last longer especially if you live in a hot area.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

That is good indeed. My ZK380 come with heated welds but my sk385xl did not. I keep it in my room so it is not exposed to heat all the time.

[@EKMGWats]

Super nice video! So impressive you could drive the boat AND run the drone. Thank you!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thank you. Yeah, I had enough space in the boat to launch the drone. Mind you, the waters were not too wild that day, so that helps.

[@FeldwebelWolfenstool]

...love that sound! I've got the same engine, with the Merc-badge.... 2:52 ...the gas cap has rattled loose...

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Haha you noticed the cap. I no longer use the internal tank so sometimes I forgrt to tighten it.

[@jimminniehan2548]

Very cool, thank you.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

My pleasure and thanks for watching!

[@hendriknijs5809]

Nice, i have the maxxon 290 white airdeck, and a 4 hp mercury outboard. Works perfectly ! Keep up the Nice video's. Greetings Hendrik from the Netherlands

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Hello there Hendrik and thanks for watching! That's a nice set up you got there 8-)

[@hendriknijs5809]

@@ErickMartinSucre Hi Erick, you got also a nice set, its patty that the saturn not avilleble in the Netherlands, but maby in the future. Have a nice day. Greetings Hendrik

[@aminajdadi3764]

I love it my brother💕👌

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thank you kindly!

[@markjackson6829]

Thanks!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

My pleasure and thank you for watching.

[@whiteduck3140]

Great video!!!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thank you kindly

[@outdooradventureswithjason6275]

Good stuff bro

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thanks dude!! Thay boat was fun

[@pappysproductions]

Great video

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thank you kindly, my good sir.

[@dfletcher2007]

Excellent video! Thank you!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Always a pleasure 8-)

[@dfletcher2007]

@@ErickMartinSucre how has your Saturn held up since you made this video? I'm looking at getting one, and your review was really helpful.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@dfletcher2007 I current own a SK385XL kaboat and ZK380. Had then for 2 years so far and so issues.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

That SD385 was a demo I tried from Boatstogo.

[@peterpham2649]

Hi Erick, I have been watching your video for a while. Looks like you had or went through several inflatable boats and motors. You are a lucky man. I have a 10.8’ inflatable boat and a Mercury 6HP. I dreamed to upgrade to a 15 or 20HP motor. After this video I decided to keep my 6 HP. Thanks for your video. Thinking of pulling the 100lbs motor from the car, lift it up to attach to the boat, I think I don’t have energy left to enjoy the boat. Good job Erick.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thank you kindly. Yes I used to own a 9.9hp Merc but sold it. Too darn heavy but managed to put a 7.8x7 prop on my 6hp Tohatsu and that pushes me nicely in the water

[@boramiNYC]

As the boat and motor gets bigger you really can't be doing assemble/tear down process. I'm considering an 18' inf boat with 25 or 40HP. That will be on the trailer stored in the yard.

[@Cutlass_Rudd]

Peter you can find older 9.9 2 strokes that only weigh 50lbs. That is half the weight of a new 9.9-20hp 4 stroke FYI

[@EbbWeaver]

They make Launching Wheels for the transom. As long as you fit the boat at your truck you can put a 2nd dolly under it at the front. Coupled with the launching Wheels it's not that bad. I consistently load several hundred lbs of gear in mine and launch it. it can be a work out but if you manage it at a slower pace and make a couple trips it would be fine. Anyways just my two -cents. I have a Stryker 380 Pro Series with a Tahatsu 20HP (105.00lbs)

[@tattoo8620]

good video !!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

😊 Thank you glad you liked it.

[@jbreefer148]

I just got mine a few days ago and I can't wait to get it on the water here in Destin Florida. I'm currently using a hangkai 4 horsepower outboard motor, but I'm eventually going up to a 25hp motor. ❤️ This boat. Thanks

[@ErickMartinSucre]

This boat is a beast. I'm currently running with a ZK380 and a SK385xl. 9.8hp and 6hp Tohatsu.

[@jbreefer148]

How fast does the 6hp get the boat up to?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Tye would I have it set up, 14mph against headwind, 16 with it. I downgraded my propeller from a 7.8x8 to a 7.8x7 for more getup and go.

[@jbreefer148]

@@ErickMartinSucre On second thought, I'm going to get a 6 HP outboard with the 7.8/7" prop. I don't want to lift a heavier motor on and off the boat each time I use it. And to get over 10 mph is good enough for me.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

A wise choice indeed.

[@ihateeverything63fu]

At 2:52 your cap for your reserve tank was just flailing in the wind lmao

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Haha!! Yeah I rarely use it now so I tend to forget to check it

[@db3170]

Gas cap loose thank you great video

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Lol, yes, it's true. However, I am using the external tank.

[@jacobbrown9753]

well because of your videos I ordered and will be receiving on Friday my SD365. it will have my 4hp Merc 4-stroke on it this summer. May buy the carb kit and make the motor a 6hp. Same motor as yours too! Upgrading my travel boat from a roll up 8.5 footer to the 12 footer will be nice. Now both my boats are 12 foot as I have an aluminum boat at my father in laws house

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Nice solid choice. The sd365 is a boat you own for a lifetime

[@jacobbrown9753]

@@ErickMartinSucre I just wanted to say that it is so cool how you interact with your subscribers. You have answered to a few of my comments and it kinda makes my day when who I am watching interacts with us. and yes this will be my last inflatable barring any issues which I do not foresee. now to selling my West Marine PRU-3 :)

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@jacobbrown9753 Of course and I will always answer back whenever possible. At times, I may not be able to get to a specific comment or request but for the most part, I am always active here. Thank you for watching 8)

[@ia6980]

Hows your sd365 doing? Any thoughts on sd385 ? 13 ft?

[@ia6980]

​@jacobbrown9753 agree , hes very good at answering qs, answered ton of my questions, thank you.

[@Mypitbull82]

I have bought a Bark Bt-310 inflatable boat have you heard of the boat before I also have purchased a tohatsu 6hp I hope the combination will go well another fantastic video 💯💯

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yes I believe the 6hp would do just fine with just you in it. If it gets a little under powered then maybe get a 7.8x7 prop to give it a bit more torque if needed.

[@Mypitbull82]

Erick Martin Sucre thank you for the quick reply ure a great help for a first time boat buyer 😃

[@carloshernandez7874]

Awesome videos brotha, are the sections separate for this boat? Meaning do you have to load/unload the entire boat into your prius, or is the floor and other parts separate? Just wondering how heavy this would be for one person to load/unload. Thanks!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thank you!! I usually load and unload the boat with the floor in it. You could separate the floor from the boat and that would make it lighter. The floor is the only part that separates. Thanks for watching!!

[@philos212]

Great informative video! I have an older Saturn XD430, which I haven’t used very much mostly because of the limitation of hauling it around and the slower minn kota trolling motor. I have been thinking of getting it to water more often. I have been thinking of getting a 20 hp motor just so I can get some decent speed. Would it be possible to get some decent speed if I go with a 9.8 hp and make the upgrade to the propeller as you mentioned?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yes, but only if it's just you in the boat. With a passenger, it may stay around 12mph or so. You can try with the factory prop first and see how it does.

[@nicholasmorris8754]

Hi Erick, thanks for all the informative videos. I’m on the fence as to buy the Saturn SD365 11’ or the Azzurro 11’. Looking at the specs the only real difference I see is the Azzurro tube weight is about 10 lbs. more. Is the build quality much better? Currently there’s a $300. price difference. Is it worth it? Could put that towards a motor. Thanks for your opinion.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I've ridden both the SD models and the Azzuro. The Azzuro is a Lexus while the SD is a Toyota. Azzuro is more of an luxury version of the SD models.

[@shawnlopes6937]

Would this or one of the Saturn kaboats be okay for 2 adults and 3 year old twins? I’ve been search extensively for an inflatable and your videos have been really helpful.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yes it'll do great with 4 people. Each adult can sit on the aluminum seat having one child in front of each adult.

[@Masatao1]

Can I place Bimini Top Cover Canopy easily on this? Also do you know if there's chairs I can put on this boat, not keen on sitting on the boards... I have back problem so I need a chair with a back support...

[@ErickMartinSucre]

The SD385 is a well rounded boat. Yes you can sit on a chair and a bimini top will fit nicely as well. It has D rings around the bladders to hold down the bimini top.

[@Bing724]

@erick my outboard motor is not in yet so I was wondering if I could take similar Saturn 13’ FB 385 boat out to a calm lake and use the oars that came with it in the meantime (3-4 ppl in boat) ? Or is it going to be difficult ? This is my first time owning just a heavy boat. Thanks

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Ok, you can, but I recommend you don't go too far. Stay near the docking area.

[@georgecota76]

How does this boat perform for fishing with no motor? Can 1 person use the oars effectively?? Would a long kayak paddle work???

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I've tried it with long paddles and it keeps hitting the bladders. You may want a Kaboat instead. Oars are mainly used to get you in place for the motor or getting to shore on shallow water. This might be more your speed www.boatstogo.com/12.5-inflatable-kaboat-vk380.asp

[@elmermendez3480]

Hello Eric I being watching your videos and thinking to get the HD385 for me. My question is do you have a video showing how to install the sun cover on the boat? Also we both live in Florida any close encounter with alligators? I live in the Orlando area, hope to see you in the water some day.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I don't, sorry. I've seen some gators in a few rivers but they usually don't bother you as long as you keep your distance. They don't like being approached.

[@calderon551]

for two people and some fishing gear, would it hold up? Not at sea, in a lake. Thanks

[@ErickMartinSucre]

More than enough. This can also hold up at sea as long as there is no storms near by

[@deviantdogs]

Hi Erick. I just got this inflatable and love it. I have been keeping it on a dock to access a moored boat. Do you have any suggestions on how to bail it out? I find that water gets trapped between the floors. I've tried sqeezing a hand pump style bailer into the bow where the keel inflation hole is, and also in the stern, but there isn't enough room due to the tight fit of the air floor. Any ideas would be appreciated.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Congrats on the boat it is a really good little boat. I personally own a Saturn BB290 that also has the inflatable floor. I intalled from Transom Wheels that allow me to just drag the boat in land without a problem. I then open the drain valve and lift the front of the boat draining all the water. You could also use a wheel dolly to drag the boat out of the water.

[@deviantdogs]

@@ErickMartinSucre I was hoping to keep it on the dock rather than pull it in and out.

[@nicholasmendizabal2496]

Hey Deviant - - are you finding that trapped water is still a problem or PITA to deal with?

[@deviantdogs]

@@nicholasmendizabal2496 It's only bad after a really heavy rain. I purchased a rubber fuel tank hose and cut both ends off so I can use it as a manual pump to get the water out. It fits nicely under the air floor, but it is pretty time consuming if there's a lot of water. I just haven't gotten around to creating an electric one yet.

[@kowanut]

Hi Erick. Thanks for the videos! Did you notice much difference in ride between the SD365 soft floor and the SD385 hard floor? I mean out in some choppy wave action.

[@kowanut]

I should add that I'm currently running a SD365 with a 4' section of plywood under the floor. I needed to stiffen it up for use with a Merc 25 EFI jet. When it comes time to replace, I'm thinking on an SD385. (I always trailer the boat.)

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Good choice to trailer it. That model can be a bit heavy to roll and unroll after every use. Solid boat

[@ia6980]

Qs so I have sd385 TRITON and 20hp tohatsu, for some reason, my motor creates huge splashes that comes over transom and into the boat, how can I fix this issue? I tried different trim levels but doesn't help. Ive noticed on TRITON it has transom slanted backwards, vs my budget boat cb330 which has transom more in a straight line ....

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yeah, that happens a lot with outboards higher than 6hp. My Hangkai 12hp "Tohatsu 9.8hp 2-stroke clone" was doing the exact same. I installed a hydrofoil to it and the issues was reduced tremendously. It still splashes a bit, but it is minimal.

[@ia6980]

Eric another qs pls, do you have any video that shows how to pull tube on inflatable please? Saturn said you cant attach to transom but need to use d rings, but the question is where to attach them. What would be the location point. Any info would appreciate!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

1st, in order to have enough power to pull a tube, the boat and you, you'll need at least 20hp. Then you have to consider the amount of force being applied to the transom by the motor and pulling the tube that could cause a failure. I do not recommend you do it. On a standard boat it's easy, but not on an inflatable.

[@dariomendez4755]

Hi Eric, Due to your reviews I purchased the TR385. You have been kind and have answered all of my dumb questions. I have one more for you. I'm buying a15HP outboard. Would like to know the size of the overall dimensions of that outboard. I mean top of engine to the bottom. Reason being I am trying to figure out if it will fit inside an Suv or will it be too heavy or too long? Thank you.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Never a dumb question. Here is my take on how to handle a heavy outboard. All of them that are 8hp upto 20hp are all heavy to handle. 90 pound upto 120 pounds. If you choose to go this route I recommend Tohatsu or Suzuki. All others are beyond 100 pounds. Fitting will not be problem since I used to take my old 9.9 Mercury on my Prius just fine and that one was a cow lol. Get a nice outboard stand so you can carry it from your home to your SUV. This will make loading and unloading a lot easier. I myself ride alone most of the time so I sold the 9.9 and kept my 6hp Tohatsu and that's enough for me to get into plane and go about 12mph cruising around. In cummary yes it is heavy but managable with a stand. Inflate the boat near the car so the time spent picking up the outboar is minimal.

[@dariomendez4755]

@@ErickMartinSucre my fear is the weight and lenth . I did purchase a utility trailer and plan on placing the boat there just dont know if there is enough room for the outboard. Guess I have to play with it

[@marvinmondezie1618]

Hi Eric I want how durable is the bottom of the heavy duty 12ft no good videos on you tube about that and I realize your the Saturn guy to go too love yuh video's look too buy one but afraid of if I run over logs or some reef what might happen too me also would like too know if it could handle a 15hp thanks in advance

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Happy to help. The SD models for the most part are very tough with double layers of PVC at the bottom. It isn't impervious to damage, from time to time you may notice scratches but thankfully the keel guard does a pretty good job in my opinion. I currently own a ZK380 and the keel guard does a good job. You could use up to 25hp outboards on this model but a 15-20hp outboard would do the job quite nicely.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I could probably make a video but will take be a week or 2. I got other things going on at the moment.

[@DucTran-uv5xu]

Hello Erick! I had been googling and youtubing for weeks now and pretty much seen all of your videos on these inflatable boats and I finally pulled the trigger and ordered the Saturn SD330W (the 11ft wide version). My next task and hurdle is to chose the "right" motor for it. Given that it is a wider version I would expect it to be a bit slower than the regular SD330 version, your thoughts? I would love to put on the Tohatsu 9.8hp motor, but that's too big and heavy to carry around so I am seriously considering the Tohatsu 6hp motor. Do you think the 6hp motor would be able to put the SD330W on plane and safe enough to take three guys out to the bay (not open ocean) to lay few crab traps? Thanks in advance!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

It'll be my pleasure to help. Ok, first things first congrats on your purchase. That is a very confy boat to be in, very wide, but limited when it comes to speed. If you don't mind going slow with 3 ppl, the 6hp will do fine, however, if you want to go fast by yourself "getting into place" you may need to tweak the 6hp outboard by putting a lower pitch prop. As an example, my 6hp Tohastu comes with a 7.8x8 propeller and would not let me plane in the boat with 2 ppl in it, so I put a 7.8x7 propeller instead, and I managed to get into plane with 2 ppl in the boat. The same applies if you get the 9.8hp. If it bogs down and does not accelerate as it should, putting a smaller prop will allow it t accelerate faster, giving you a bit more grunt in the water. Feel free to ask any questions here or my FB page "The Muddy Feet Oasis"

[@DucTran-uv5xu]

@@ErickMartinSucre Wow.. thanks for the quick response, much appreciated it, Erick! One last question, what about a hydrofoil? Do you think installing it on a 6hp motor would help this wide version of inflatable boat? Thanks!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Not really, no. The only reason why I installed hydrofoil on my 9.8 is because I'm 235 pound, and most of the weight is on the back of my ZK380. It is a light boat and it starts to bounce from the front. Using a hydrofoil foil helped get rid of the bouncing and stabilize my boat. Hydrofoils are for stability, not for speed.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

You're better off getting the lower pitch prop for the 6hp. Don't expect a lot of speed when 3 people are in the boat. It will get upto speed with just you in it though.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Here is a cookie cutter procedure to follow. 6hp=1 people/2 with lower pitch. 10hp= 2 people/3 with lower pitch. 15hp 3 people/4 with lower pitch. 20hp=4 people/5 with lower pitch. That's more or less the rule of thumb.

[@thomaspilarski3034]

Hello Erick: Maybe you or one of your subscribers can help. I have been watching your vids and pulled the trigger on a saturn MODEL: FB365DG and bought a merc 9.9 (your soooo right very heavy). Any way my problem is I cant get on plane, and when I open up to wide open throttle the transom seems to pitch back on an angle and the side tubes bend and fold at the transom (give a little and bend backwards )and it wont get much more than 6 to 7 mph. This is when there are total of two people( 400lbs).no gear . I used the inflatable deck bottom. Im using the prop that came with the engine F8.5 the diameter is 8.75 in. it does not say the pitch anywhere. Has anyone changed to a 4 blade prop? Any suggestions?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Hmm, if the bladder bends it may be under inflated.

[@ericsimons8560]

It is under inflated for sure. Had the same problem as you when I first get my cb330. Inflate it to solid, and you will get on fly with no time. You can also build a wood floor there, which will make you fly better. My tube is cracked by a hook now I got a aluminum boat.

[@halbergeron6439]

Eric, Since you have owned several of the Saturn type boats,why not a video on upkeep / maintenance and problem areas.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yeah, I've made a few

[@mayagiliberti]

Eric thank you for all your videos, I got into inflatables because of you, jajaja I need some help on the following. I have inflated my boat many times and there is no way I can avoid the piece of wood of my inflatable floor to mark over the bottom of my boat??? I feel that is eventually gong to puncture the boat??? What do yo think? I have pictures to show but don't know where to send them to you.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Hahaha! It always protrudes, my BB290, and ZK380 all do that. It won't hurt it. That being said, you could always remove the wooden part, just make sure to inflate the floor to 10 psi so the keel stays firmly put.

[@mayagiliberti]

@@ErickMartinSucre you d' best thank you very much!!!! Gracias!!!!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@mayagiliberti De nada, always a pleasure to help.

[@johnsherman1690]

Hi Eric, What about the Saturn SD330? With an 8HP engine, and what kind of performance can I expect with 2 adults on board? Thanks

[@ErickMartinSucre]

You'll fly that's what's gonna happen lol

[@ErickMartinSucre]

2 people 12-14 mph easily

[@johnsherman1690]

Thanks. Can't wait to get out and zip around on that thing.

[@maldrury8313]

Hi Erick, How did you get the boat down to the water? Doesn't look like it has transom wheels. Thanks

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I use a wooded mover's dolly like this one amzn.to/324dfaC You can probably get one at your local Harbour Freight as well

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Once the boat is inflated I place the dolly below the transom and then I place the outboard.

[@popwar613]

Been looking to pull the trigger on one of these Saturn boats for a month long trip to the Florida Keys. Is this SD385 with the air floor a sturdy enough boat for these areas? Looking to mostly explore the back country with it and use as transport out to the reef and party islands. Do you think this model with he air floor is enough boat for 4 people and gear comfortably on these journeys? Debating between this and the wider 15 foot SD470.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

2 people will be comfortable with gear on it. 4 will be tight, doable, but tight.

[@nicholasmendizabal2496]

Swibb! Did you end up getting an inflatable for your trip? I'm looking to do the exact same thing you planned on in the keys... wondering how big of a boat is ideal for quick runs off to the reef. If you did this, how'd it go and what did you run with?? Thanks!

[@popwar613]

@@nicholasmendizabal2496 We ended up going with the hard floor 14ft and 20hp Tohatsu and actually stayed down in the Keys for 6 months using the boat almost daily. It worked out great and we were able to access skinny local waters gulf side with ease. On super calm days running out to the reef was no issue, but I wouldn't go that far offshore in any type of real wind or seas. Top speed was about 24mph.

[@nicholasmendizabal2496]

@@popwar613 that is fantastic! The tohatsu 20 looks like the one to go with too, ya? EFI probably sipped fuel or were you bringing out extra fuel on longer runs? Did you get a bimini? Which key were you on (for 6 months, epic!) We will be on Largo for the most part... Thanks so much for your time Swibb!

[@hkvanx]

nice video! how many ppl can you get on boat? 4 adults and 2 kids?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

You can fits 4 adults and 2 kids on this model, but it won't be comfortable.

[@user-lo8uz8fd3m]

Привет,Эрик.Лодка очень хорошая,а вот двигатель для неё слабый.Если второй пассажир будет 100 килограммов,то мотор не справится. Я заметил,что в США всегда хорошая погода 😉

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Da ty prav. Dvigatel '6l.s. v osnovnom tol'ko dlya menya i dlya demonstratsii. Pogoda khoroshaya polovina vremeni.

[@freshsaltyfries5078]

Bought scout 430 inflatable 4months later got a leak at the seams starboard side. Any leaks on yours?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I've owned several Saturn models and they have not leaked air for me.

[@jbreefer148]

Hello I got my 6hp outboard motor and I'm in the process of breaking it in. I noticed that the speed of the boat is around 6mph even with the 7.8/7" prop, but I'm wondering since the motor is breaking in then that is limiting the speed. Plus the water was pretty choppy robbing the boat of speed.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Well, you don't wanna be on plane while on choppy waters that is for sure. Once you encounter some flat waters, lean slightly forward, and while accelerating, move the outboard slightly side by side. You should jump into plane then.

[@jbreefer148]

@@ErickMartinSucre Thanks I really appreciate it. Also since the motor is breaking in I figured it will be slower anyways until after the break-in period.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

About 10% I'll say. Once broken in it'll feel more spirited. Be safe out there and if you happen to have Facebook, feel free to drop a question or even share your adventures at "The Muddy Feet Oasis". Small group of mine for the outdoors.

[@BoY860]

How has these boats should up against the test of time?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I personally own a Saturn BB290. It's been 2 years and still with me

[@chaiyang9100]

How long does it take to unfold and inflate it? Is it good for fishing?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yes they are mostly used for fishing although I do more adventuring with them than fishing. Unfolding, inflating and putting it in the water about 20 minutes. I use an electric pump.

[@adrianade5807]

Air tube floor ? Can you stand on it ?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Very much so. It is quite stiff and lightweight.

[@ramonpizarro3189]

Hi Eric in your opinion the sd385 or the zk430 kaboat? Why is it that the zk430 kaboat is larger, but yet holds a less hp outboard and less weight capacity? Please can you explain this? But i really like the kz430 more spacious and cheaper thats a nother thing thanks.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Hello Ramon and thank you for dropping a question. In short the SD385 is an inflatable boat and the ZK430 is a hybrid between and inflatable boat and an inflatable kayak. The SD385 has a much wider frame while the ZK430 is narrower. The ZK430 would be for folks who plan to Kayak when needed/wanted but have the partial abilities of an inflatable boat.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

For a person like me who travels by himself the majority of the time the ZK430 would be perfect. For folks who bring 3-4 ppl onboard the SD385 would be better.

[@ramonpizarro3189]

But there's not much of a difference when it comes to been wide the kaboat is 26in and the sd385 is 28in why rhe sd 385 is heavier then the kaboat when the kaboat is bigger 14feet you still haven't answer my question when it comes to weight capacity and hp capacity.

[@srileo]

@@ramonpizarro3189 i also have the same question as you. did you find the answer to the weight difference?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I can get that in a sec.

[@edwinlaing9834]

Waiting on you to do more kaboats ...the vk380 or the sk385xl i cant deside wich to get lol

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Let me check them out

[@ErickMartinSucre]

VK380 hands down. Comes with a keel, it has boating capabilities and you can still paddle with it.

[@edwinlaing9834]

Between this one and the Zk430xl you did wich one u like better?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@edwinlaing9834 This one. For boating it's the better option. The ZK430 would be more fun but less practical

[@FeldwebelWolfenstool]

I've got a SK385XL, I like that new more roomy vk380. I'd say a 385XL if you're mostly running rocky rivers, like me, keel is kinda irrelevant...vk380 looks like a better lake boat for sure...the bottom of the 385XL is really tough...

[@mshaz3183]

Is it in UK? If yes wht sort of speed you can run this boat? How much this whole lot cost?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I've spoken to Boatstogo and it is currently not being sold in Europe yet.

[@gangelone999]

Erick, what do you think of a Bris 9.8 BSD300 with an air floor?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I'll let you know in a moment gonna check it out

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Looks very similar to the Mars Inflatables. Pretty nice in my opinion

[@gangelone999]

@@ErickMartinSucre Thanks for your answer

[@deangardner7139]

I am interested in the 8' 6" SD260 because of its small size but am concerned the small size will make it slower. Did this larger boat move faster than the smaller 260? I am 185 pounds and will be using a two stroke Yamaha 6 Thanks :)

[@ErickMartinSucre]

The sd260 is more of a toy than anything else. If you can get the sd290. I personally own a BB290. It's an sd290 but squared

[@ErickMartinSucre]

YOu could go fast with it but being short makes it a little hard to control when going fast. Small twitch on the tiller or any strong wind can make the little boat take unwanted sharp turns. This happened to when when using my late 9.9hp on my BB290.

[@frankmills5284]

A shorter boat is harder to plane. My 8.5 footer wouldn't plane unless I was sitting way forward. When I got a 10.5 footer it planed out easier with the same motor.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@frankmills5284 I agree. My 9.6 gets into plane easily with the 6hp outboard

[@deangardner7139]

@@ErickMartinSucre Thanks for the responses! I think I am going to go with the CB290 now that the price has been reduced to 459 :)

[@alexopweg]

Hi man. You have a nice boat. But what about Tohatsu ??? Subscribe from Netherlands 🇳🇱 . All the best to everyone !!!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

At the moment I own a Saturn SK385XL and a Saturn ZK380. A 6hp Tohatsu and a 12hp Hangkai.

[@markchristian787]

Very cool video, great footage. So Im a beginner with this stuff. What size hp motor is good for a 14 footer like this? Im kinda looking at a 14 foot Inmar 430 mil.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

9.8hp is a nice starting point. The 9.8hp is the lightest in the category, unless you can get a 2 stroke model used. They don't make new 2 strokes anymore.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

You could do a 6hp, but it's only good with one person in the boat.

[@markchristian787]

@@ErickMartinSucre Thanks a bunch. Yeah Ive been searching a bit online and it seems like 9 is the way to go.

[@markchristian787]

@@ErickMartinSucre okay-2 stroke v. 4 stroke? Sorry if you mentioned in the video but I missed it...lots of new information right now..lol

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Ok, 4 stroke are heavier because it has components that hold the oil inside the engine. 4 stroke outboards tend to run quieter and be more efficient, but weight more. An example is this. 4 stroke 9.8hp outboards is 86 pounds wet. A 2 stroke of similar power is about 70 pounds. Only issue is that 2 strokes are no longer being made, but still are supported by manufacturers. So if you chose to go with a 2 stroke, you can still fix them up. 2 stroke uses gasoline with oil added to it in the gas, but they are loud, smelly, and less efficient.

[@donniebuza2597]

How do these boats handle on large lakes where larger boats are creating wake

[@ErickMartinSucre]

It may splash you a bit. I went camping to Anclote Key last week and had to fight some swells coming back. Got a bit of ocean spray on me.

[@donniebuza2597]

@@ErickMartinSucre perfect, because I heard Dinghy's can "handle" some of the roughest waters, it's just that you need to prepare to get wet is all, thank you.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Thay is correct. I've been caught in storms coming back from Anclote Key, they handle it fine, you just gonna stay focused and face the swells in a 30 degree angle.

[@chronicawareness9986]

cool raft.. when you go out camping on a boat for couple days and lets say your on a island and its in salt water i wonder if its ok for the outboard to not get cleaned with fresh water for those couple days

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I've done it and it is ok. I've camped at Anclote Key several times with the 6hp Tohatsu. I however do clean it once I get back

[@ericsimons8560]

It's definitely okay. Drove my 18' sd518 in Padre Island Texas for a week and never left the water. Super comfortable and start at the first pull each time.

[@Elfoforo0510]

Hi Erik from Uruguay 🇺🇾. The trim in hole number 2?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yes sir!! It'll make sure that the propeller sits in line with the water.

[@Elfoforo0510]

@@ErickMartinSucre thanks for tips . 👍

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@Elfoforo0510 Always a pleasure and thanks for watching!

[@ia6980]

What u think of this boat for fishing in ocean?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

It'll do the job, but you're probably better off with a FB365 alnk.to/7BeCM2n

[@timetraveler2518]

Does this inflatable boat survive in a rough sea or windy day? Is it better than kaboat? Which one is more resilient? This dinghy or kaboat? Where can I find a cheaper 6 hp 4-stroke motor?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

As for the motor, I recently purchased a Nissan 4hp outboard for 720 with an external tank used on the Facebook marketplace. Had to drive to Tampa to get it but it was worth it. A 4-6hp outboard with an external tank can run you easily 1400-1800 bucks new.

[@timetraveler2518]

@@ErickMartinSucreInteresting - Thanks! 👍😇👍

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Now this specific model itself is more dinghy than Kaboat. If you're looking for a lightweight dinghy/kaboat this will do nicely too.

[@timetraveler2518]

@@ErickMartinSucre Riding on a rough sea or in a windy day? Which is better - Kaboat or dinghy?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@timetraveler2518 Dinghy all the way. They are wider and can keep you centered better during being tossed around.

[@unknownuser8555]

Hi Eric what s best size boat for 4 people?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Hello there and thanks for dropping a question. This SD385 is a great boat for that. SD365 and SD330 will also do the job. Same goes for all of the Azzurro Mare models. Question is will you be riding it by yourself most of the time? Will it be in a trailer or are you like me who deflates it and puts it in the car. If you plan on riding by yourself most of the time I recommend an 11 footer like the SD330 or Azzuro Mare AM330. These will be easier to handle day by day by yourself. If you plan on having people with you most of the time then getting any of the other models will do great.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

If you plan on putting it on a trailer then get one as big as you like since you won't be messing with the weight.

[@johnr033]

Go with the wide Saturn SD330W Its huge and comfortable!!

[@coffeedollsvp]

Hi Eric, how reliable are thos Tohatsus

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Hello! With basic maintenance, your family will inherit it.

[@connorslothyhugs929]

They’re amazing engines. Bulletproof

[@pepelapiu2004]

To some people the brand is a bit obscure. But Tohatsu do actually make Evinrude, Mercury, and Nissan outboards. In fact the only difference between Nissan and Tohatsu is the label.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yup! Solid little motors and the only time I'll change brands is if one of them sponsors me. If I'm paying out of my own pocket, I'm buying Tohatsu.

[@Payinguadron]

What speed you get using the 6hp tohatsu with only one person buddy?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

With original prop 7.8x8 about 16mph. With current prop 7.8x7 14mph

[@Payinguadron]

@@ErickMartinSucre how you can identify the different ? Price change too?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@Payinguadron Because I tested it some years back. I needed to get into plane quicker but had to sacrifice top speed doing so. The new prop although it only gives me 14mph allows me to get out of crazy swells quicker and lets me get into plane faster.

[@gervinrodriguez6134]

What kind of motor is

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I use a Tohatsu 6hp with a 7.8x7 propeller

[@dustinclark8186]

With a jet unit u need bottom rock hard or cavitates

[@dustinclark8186]

I run a 30 hp jet on mine

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Nice setup!

[@marciananton9226]

What does it mean to get into plane.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I'll be happy to explain. A boat usually travels below the water surface at low speeds. When reaching higher speeds, the boat begins to travel on top of the water surface, it begins to plane on the surface of the water. While planning, the boat goes faster because it no longer drags water.

[@ia6980]

Was it difficult to lift this boat up? Looks like its pretty heavy.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yeah a little bit

[@ia6980]

@@ErickMartinSucre thanku

[@ErickMartinSucre]

You're welcome!

[@releaseOURmelody]

ok, last time. So very sorry for the bother but THIS is the boat for me. Can I ask how long it took to inflate? (last time, so very sorry).

[@ErickMartinSucre]

About the same as well and no it is never a bother. Feel free to ask me anytime. If you think about it between 10-14 feet long inflatable boats take about the same time to inflate. It's the 16-20 footers that take more time like the Zodiak inflatables.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I'll be honest this model the SD385 is a fantastic all rounder of an inflatable boat.

[@releaseOURmelody]

@@ErickMartinSucre Perfect, this is the one I'm going to purchase then. Thanks again! Subbed.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@releaseOURmelody Great choice indeed. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask.

[@releaseOURmelody]

@@ErickMartinSucre thank you!

[@palmwinetapper]

Can I stand in it to fish?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Yup! As long as the waters are calm you sure can. 😌

[@NghiaPham-xi5so]

How fast does it go with that 6 hp engine?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Depending on current and wind, between 14-16mph. I installed a propeller on mine with a smaller pitch "7.8x8 to a 7.8x7" that constantly gives me 14mph but it is a bit more punchy in the water, a bit more torquish.

[@NghiaPham-xi5so]

@@ErickMartinSucre Thanks for the fast reply? Do you think a 5hp engine can make it plane? Also, do you think the speed is comparable with the 6?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

No, the power is less on a 5hp. If it's a 123cc engine, you may be able to upgrade the carburetor to a 6hp one.

[@dariomendez4755]

My soon to be inflatable

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Nice!!! It was superb.

[@dariomendez4755]

@@ErickMartinSucre recommendations where to buy a motor??

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@dariomendez4755 Yes I bought mine 2 years ago at onlineoutboards.com but it won't hurt to look around your area to see if they have any clearance motors. For a little while in Orlando there was this boat shop getting rid of their old Suzuki motors for cheap.

[@axscdvfb]

What speed did you get?

[@ErickMartinSucre]

With the 6hp about 13-14 mph

[@axscdvfb]

@@ErickMartinSucre Thanks for the info! I am getting a 3.3m inflatable. Hopefully I can get maybe 16~18mph with a 6hp then. I was thinking about a 10hp but that's just too heavy for carry around.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@axscdvfb Yeah I sold my 9.9 because of the weight. My 6hp came with a 7.8x8 prop and I ended up getting a 7.8x7 prop so I can get into plane. Going fast is not the issue here but getting into plane in order to go faster is.

[@FeldwebelWolfenstool]

@@axscdvfb ...I get a bit over 16 mph with a new 6hp Merc(Tohatsu) with the standard prop. They really rob us here in Canada if we want a 12v generator coil for it like on the SailPro models...

[@axscdvfb]

@@FeldwebelWolfenstool Thank you for the info. 16 mph is fast enough for me :-)

[@k9policexj]

So I'm thinking about a SD365... trying to get the most bang for my buck...

[@ErickMartinSucre]

The SD330/365 are a solid choice, can't go wrong with those. Tough where they need to be and not too heavy. If possible, please use the link provided in the description since it helps me make more vids. Thanks for watching!! I also have a Facebook Erick M Sucre and a group "The Muddy Feet Oasis". I'll love to see your setup once you have it.

[@k9policexj]

@@ErickMartinSucre You bet! I'll do anything to help you out. I really appreciate the response and I'm so close to pulling the trigger...!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I'll love to see it once you get it. Feel free to ask anything

[@joostlindenborn7192]

Time for a bigger engine egain!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

The 6 did alright. After all I use it on my BB290

[@jenp]

Erick Martin Sucre you are a man. And man need more power! Mark my words! In an a few months you own a 9,8 tohatsu!

[@ErickMartinSucre]

@@jenp Hehe!! You're funny. I used to own a 9.9hp Mercury but with ther constant hauling back and forth from the water and the car the weight began to take its toll on me. The 6hp is 50 or so pound while the 9.9 was almost 100 wet. I rigged my BB290 with wheels so I can bring it with me when camping and not leaving it on the water. With the 9.9 the weight became apparent when trying to bring the boat inland with me. The weight was the main reason why I got rid of it.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I also got the 6hp set up with a 7.8x7 prop instead of its original 7.8x8. It has enough punch to push big boats like these nicely without adding the weight.

[@kennycooper3985]

Try a 9'8 bris with 12hp hangkai. That's what mine is and it's AWESOME fast!

[@user-lo8uz8fd3m]

Эрик,привет.Как ты друг поживаешь?Соблюдай меры безопасности,а то вирус не дремлет.В Нью Йорке ситуация критическая.Наш президент отправил помощь им,огромные самолёты Ил -76 пошли со всем необходимым в Нью Йорк.Эрик,надеюсь с тобой всё в порядке.

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Спасибо за твою заботу. Я в порядке, работаю из дома. Надеюсь, ты и твоя семья в порядке. Быть в безопасности

[@Cutlass_Rudd]

That boat needs a 20hp

[@ErickMartinSucre]

It's perfect for a 20hp

[@samwade2047]

Your petrol cap is open .

[@ErickMartinSucre]

Haha! Yes, that's been said before. I now use an external tank

[@ia6980]

I have NOT SEEN Not even 1 saturn inflatable boat rushing through the ocean, just like takacat, zodiac and many others do, makes me wonder if saturn is a quality company or not, im thinking to spend more money and to get the one that was tested in the sea, lakes are nothing, they cant give you real handling of choppy waves and weather

[@ErickMartinSucre]

I've taken multiple models, including the ones I own to Anclote Key tackling choppy waters. I personally do not recommend tackling too heavy of swells and waves, regardless of brand. I've been caught in 2 storms using my old Saturn SD380 and I made it but it was one of the scariest experiences I've had in my life. The water turns this purple color and it feels like the ocean wants to eat you alive. Get whatever brand you want but please be safe on those inflatables. They can only do so much.

[@ia6980]

​@@ErickMartinSucrecan you tell me what happened? Cuz i go into ocean for fishing