Swamp'n at Trap Pond State Park in Sea Eagle Explorer 380X

[@stevehanlon7627]

last minute adventures are the best. well done Bert.

[@bertsadventures9974]

Every chance I get!

[@georgemilinkovic4120]

What a cool place.

[@dennisblass]

Hi Bert. I'm enjoying your videos. I bought a Sea Eagle Explorer X. I got it out of the box last night and filled it with air. I'm having a problem getting the plug in without letting the air escape. Any tricks you can share?

[@bertsadventures9974]

Hey Dennis! Congrats on your new Explorer. It sounds like you do not have the valve open properly to inflate. Simply push and turn the valve , I think counter clockwise a quarter turn. This will close it so the air doesn't escape. Then when you want to deflate push and turn again and the air will quickly deflate. I hope this helps!

[@belikejohndoe101]

More adventures, Bert!

[@bertsadventures9974]

Absolutely! I have cabin fever in a big way and can't wait to get out on the water, trails and campsites!

[@belikejohndoe101]

@@bertsadventures9974 Glad to hear it! Safe travels!

[@solarjinx]

I have the exact make and model kayak and I'm wanting to take up fishing with my retired dad. Do you happen to have an in depth overview video of your fishing set-up? My parents live up near Lake Gallitzin. I really enjoyed this video and have added this swamp location to my Must Kayak trip list.

[@bertsadventures9974]

Thanks for the comment. Check my videos. I have an indepth review of the 380X as well as another video on a modified motor mount.

[@大飞哥-h9h]

Great video!Thank you for sharing! I just bought a 420X, And I’m wondering do I need to put the skeg on when I using a motor stroller? Thank you!

[@bertsadventures9974]

You may use a skeg when a trolling motor is installed, but I don't believe it is necessary. I have done that with, and without, the skeg and do not notice any difference in performance or turning.

[@大飞哥-h9h]

@@bertsadventures9974 thank you for your help! I will try both!

[@caroltaxman1343]

That area reminds me of the hammock water areas in florida. Love the new setup with the motor. Great video.

[@bertsadventures9974]

Oh Carol... this setup with the motor is the original way I used my 380X before I started doing rivers!

[@joeCYsiu]

Had no idea there were cypress swamps in DE. Amazing find.

[@bertsadventures9974]

Me neither. I was looking for a quick getaway and found Trap Pond. I plan to return!

[@Shoebutie]

Great place!

[@treforknight1366]

Nice location.. I’ve done a bunch of fishing from the fasttrack since we last spoke.. river Thames in the uk.. had some decent Pike, Perch & Chub .. and a surprise 15lb barbel last Saturday! Only mod to the boat is to mount the seat up on a box to get into a better position.. and take an anchor! 👍

[@bertsadventures9974]

Nice! I had to look up what a barbel was. Never heard of them.

[@treforknight1366]

@@bertsadventures9974 they’re normally caught when people specifically target them .. and not that often on lures.. I was using a soft plastic cray fish.. just bobbing it along using a cheb weight.. the kind of thing you’d use for bass in the US and this one took it! 👍

[@lisag2312]

I just found your channel and really appreciate the videos you are posting! Started watching your videos to get a better understanding of sections on the Schuylkill we've never been on because we are looking for two kayaks washed away by Ida. Had paid to store them at a home on the canal in Mont Clare and as you probably know all the homes on the water in that area were devastated by the flood. If anyone has seen or recovered washed up kayaks downstream from Lock 60, please reach out.

[@bertsadventures9974]

Hey Lisa! Welcome to the channel and I'm glad you like the content. I hope you find your kayaks and get back on the water. Would love to paddle with you some time! I live in Chester Springs.

[@lisag2312]

@@bertsadventures9974 Hitting the water sometime would be great! We live very close to Valley Forge Park. Will have to figure out how to connect since KZbin took away the DM option - unless there is something I am missing. I'm not on FB. If you post on another platform that has DM options, let me know. Thanks!

[@bertsadventures9974]

@@lisag2312 my Instgram is bertsadventures_66

[@jenniferespenshade2241]

Awesome brother!

[@bertsadventures9974]

Mud Girl, Swamp Girl...same thing, Right?

[@jenniferespenshade2241]

LOL

[@cabledaug37]

Another awesome video!! If you ever get down to the panhandle of Florida, check out Ocheesee Pond. It is an awesome paddle, but bring a GPS.

[@bertsadventures9974]

And gator repellant? Ha!

[@s.d.4278]

Hi Bert,thanks for sharing all your adventures and experiences. I am thinking about buying the explorer 420. Do you know if they are saltwater resistent? Greetings from germany

[@bertsadventures9974]

Hey S.D., thanks for the comment. The Explorer is totally salt water capable. Like anything else, I would rinse it after using in salt water. If you plan to attach a trolling motor just make sure you get one that is salt water resistant, otherwise you will have problems.

[@s.d.4278]

🙂 yes i plan to install a trolling Motor. Thanks for your answer. It helps me for my decision. Wish you all the Best!

[@tykematlack7588]

Wow, what a beautiful location. How did you not get lost in that swampy area? good for you!!! Loved this video and all your others!

[@bertsadventures9974]

There actually were directional arrows nailed to trees that guide you.

[@rvfishing8817]

How is the swivel seat and kayak for fishing in? I am looking to pull the trigger on a 350fx with the seat. I am hoping it is pretty stable, from the width it should be.

[@bertsadventures9974]

No problems at all and the 360 spinning capability is great. You will have to play with the seat placement and probably get a tiller handle extension, but it works great for me! Good Luck!

[@jayspot4]

Another awesome adventure Bert! Thanks for sharing. Quick question, if you could only choose one boat between the 300 or the 380x which one would you choose? I know you have both 😉

[@bertsadventures9974]

I would probably pick the 380X due to the added hauling capability for multi-day trips and carrying gear.

[@jayspot4]

@@bertsadventures9974 Thanks! The 380x it is! Just needed confirmation from a seasoned SeaEagle owner

[@michaelblack7472]

Hi Bert What type of electric motor, battery and mounts are installed?

[@bertsadventures9974]

Hey Michael! I use a Minn Kota 30lb thrust motor with a Blue Top battery. I custom made the motor mount last year and there is a video on the channel that talks about it. I think it works way better than having the motor to the side like the Sea Eagle mount requires.

[@michaelblack7472]

@@bertsadventures9974 Thanks, Bert. I really enjoy watching your adventures.

[@mazskefinance7818]

Bert, can you email me if I share one of my email addresses?

[@bertsadventures9974]

DM me on Instagram. My info is at the beginning and end of the video.

[@mazskefinance7818]

@@bertsadventures9974 I'm having trouble finding you on Instagram.

[@bertsadventures9974]

@@mazskefinance7818 @bertsadventures_66

[@mazskefinance7818]

@@bertsadventures9974 I sent you a DM last night.