INTEX Seahawk Inflatable Boat Series: Includes Boat Oars and High-Output Pump - Fishing Rod Holders - Gear Pouch

I've owned this inflatable boat for almost 10 months now and have used it a handful of times. I've put a friend, me, and a backpack filled with food and water on it (which may have been 400 to 500 pounds); I've had just me on it, and it's handled all of it well. Having two people on the boat does require one person to sit with their legs crossed in order for both people to fit comfortable, and if you're taller than six foot then both people would have to have their legs crossed in order to be comfortable. I have a total of ten or so hours using this boat, and I intend to put more hours on it, but it's easily worth the money. I've taken it on a small lake in Illinois and a few lakes in Arkansas, and it was a joy to use every time. I've beached it onto small islands a few times and carried it across them, and it handled that well too. I would get a better pump then the one the kit comes with, a cheap bike pump makes inflating this take a few minutes versus the ten or so minutes it takes with the one this comes with; I got one at a thrift store for a few dollars and it made using this much better. The oars work fine and you can treat them a little roughly in order to go faster or maneuver tighter, but stronger oars would make going faster better; If you only intend to row at a manageable speed then the oars it comes with are good for that, even if you have two people in the boat. Overall I would recommend this to someone who wants a basic inflatable row boat in order to get out on the water and have some fun; if you want to go fishing or do anything extremely strenuous another boat may be a better choice, but for the price point this one handles great and out performs what I expected it to handle. It is not comparable to a kayak so do not expect to get a kayak's worth of performance out of this. It's easy to throw in the back of any car and get out on the water pretty fast and have a lot of fun.

I currently live near the Indian River (Inter-coastal Waterway) in Florida and looked into renting a couple kayaks for the day, but it was so expensive that I started looking into just buying something inflatable that I can take with me when I move (or throw away if I don't have room in the trunk). This boat (at $85) fit the bill perfectly. It was cheaper than renting two kayaks for a day and came with everything I needed (boat, oars, pump), so I decided to give it a shot. The boat easily fits me and my wife - with spare room for a cooler full of beer and water, 5 gallon ice bucket for caught fish, tackle box, 2 fishing rods, anchor, and other equipment. We also took the boat out with our sister and 4 year old nephew and also had plenty of room (although we brought less gear for that trip)(3 and a half people). 4 full grown adults could fit semi-comfortably, but it wouldn't be ideal. (we'll be attempting this next month when our parents come in town). The area we are in has lots of crushed up seashells near river beaches and inevitably, after a few uses the boat developed a few pinhole leaks in the floor of the boat (from not adequately cleaning off feet before getting back into boat). The floor deflated most of the way on the way back from one outing, but the outer two chambers were fine so it wasn't a big deal. It just made rowing a little more difficult. I was able to easily patch the pinholes with the included repair kit and now everything is fine. NOTE: the repair kit comes with patches but not glue. I used some loc-tite glue to apply the patches and it works well to seal up the leaks and secure the patches. The material the boat is made of is quite durable and I haven't had any issues on the bottom or sides of the boat (even though I've brushed up against plenty of barnacles, sticks and other objects I thought for sure would be the death of the boat)- only problem was with the floor from stepping into the boat with tiny broken seashells on my feet. The included oars are very sturdy and after our first outing I decided to buy some more (so we could both row), but Amazon was sold out so I bought the Sevylor brand (which were not as sturdy). Either way, we quickly realized that oars are not the way to go with this boat. Not because we're lazy(at all), but because this boat is just inefficient for rowing. It is a raft after all and it's VERY slow going with the oars. One day we ventured out into the main current of the Indian River and it took forever to get to our goal (a spoil island) a half mile away - but then....we had to paddle upstream on the way back and JEEEEEEZ - it was almost the end of our marriage. So then...we bought the Intex motor mount and a small Minn Kota trolling motor. What a difference!!! It is soooo much more fun. We can easily cruise upriver and checkout some cool islands etc. NOW it's a proper(ish) boat! All in all, this is a great boat for the price. If you only plan to use it on very still water and only travel very short distances, you'll probably be fine with the oars. If you intend to use it on a river or even a biggish lake with and kind of movement in the water, then you should plan on buying a trolling motor and mount for the boat. Otherwise, avoid this boat and buy and inflatable Intex kayak or canoe instead - it will be so much easier to paddle and control direction. The amazon link below is the trolling motor I bought. Works great and is great on battery life: http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&ajr=2&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=minn%20kota%20c2%2030&linkCode=ur2&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Aminn%20kota%20c2%2030&sprefix=minn%20kota%20c2%20%2Caps%2C241&tag=shoshosit-20&url=search-alias%3Daps Finally, the boat does NOT come with any kind of carrying bag. My solution is to use a tarp. I bought a 6x8 foot tarp from walmart for 5 bucks. It serves THREE purposes. Primarily I can wrap up the deflated boat in the tarp and tie it up with adjustable nylon straps (rope would work fine too). This makes a great makeshift bag and the straps keep it all together and make it easy to carry. Also, I use the tarp to lay the boat on after I remove it from the water to keep the boat from getting dirty so I don't have to clean it once I get home. Third use is to line the trunk of my car with the tarp so I don't have to deal with a wet trunk when transporting the wettish deflated boat from the water back to my home.

Our first one was a gift, we bought our second one in 2018. We are extremely rough on these and have torn up two now. Now in 2026 debating on getting a 3rd one or not. It's cozy for 2 adults (~120 lbs and ~200lbs), the silly little sack on the inside is shockingly useful, it's lightweight and nimble enough to maneuver in the water and even a person who isn't super strong can easily move it about. The paddles are better than no paddles, and are also nicely lightweight, but they could use to be bigger in order to be actually useful. The pump is terrible, get a real one. In the end though, it's not super durable. If you're serious about being on the water in any way I'd look for something else. If you're looking for cheap entertainment or don't plan to use it too much, it's fine. I think my biggest issue is that I'd pay quite a bit more for this EXACT same thing to be made out of a MUCH more durable material, even if it was a lot heavier, but it just isn't made! None of the heavier duty models quite fit our needs and are 4x the price, so this may make for purchase #3...

After doing a little research, the Intex Seahawk boat series seemed the best buy overall. Everything included in the box gets you on the water in about 15-20 minutes. The hand-pump is A VALUABLE MUST-HAVE! It inflates the three Seahawk chambers quickly and efficiently and you WILL want to keep it on the boat with you. The oars are pretty strong with good grips on them. The boat itself is a dream. My friend and I are both 6 feet tall and together with our gear, lunch, and tackle box, the Seahawk comfortably carried us (about 600 lbs altogether) and stayed inflated on the swamp for about two hours. Deflation is easy, too. The Seahawk folds nicely and fits in the back of a car or in a trunk. We've taken it out about three times now and each time has been better than the last, each with varying weight (but never nearing 810lbs like the Seahawk max capacity suggests). It's a very comfortable ride, too: we glided over the swamp like nothing, and even when the underside of the Seahawk hit reeds, branches, or logs just under the surface of the water, the strong PVC held up and moved us forward without any snagging. (Always check your boat before and after you take it out on the water, especially the seams and bottom. This thing holds up!) My only wish is that Intex would include a second 10 CM measuring "tape" in the repair/gear bag. The 10 CM measuring "tape" is a flimsy piece of plastic that allows you to properly measure two of the three chambers in the Seahawk to make sure that they aren't overinflated (which makes you more prone to punctures and leaks!). The piece of plastic is just that...a little strip that you have to keep in the gear bag, lest it be lost forever. Overall, I think the Seahawk is a great purchase and that Intex has a great product here for anyone who loves the outdoors and the water but doesn't have a lot of money or experience. Will be buying a smaller boat (probably the Challenger series) for single-person use! Thanks, Intex!

This thing is amazing. I slapped a trolling motor on it and use it for fishing lakes. Its very easy to inflate/deflate and super durable. Ive ran into sticks and logs with it and its held up over a dozen outings and still going strong!

I have been using Intex Seahawk 2's for years for fishing. They do get holes, they do leak a little. They do wear out, but for the price and convenience (rolls up to the size of a sleeping bag and fits in the trunk with ease) they are great little boats. I can row about as fast as the average kayak and I can row far in these boats. Typically I will row about 5 miles while fishing. They do not tip over, unlike a canoe or some kayaks. Helpful hints: 1. Buy a better pair of oars. I got a pair of oars from Intex like 7 years ago for $16 2. The pump it comes with is pretty good but get a Coleman rechargeable pump or something like that. 3. Make a seat ... you will slump down a bit with no seat. I put down a cushion life preserver and put a seat on top of that. Very comfortable and you will sit up higher. 4. I made a storage platform for the back. Very helpful for small cooler of beer and other stuff. 5. Keep a repair kit in the boat all times. With Tear Aid B and Air Stop you can fix any hole in about 5 minutes. 6. Always bring the Intex manual pump with you. You can put air in the boat while you are in the boat! I am 6 feet 2 inches and about 225 lbs. The boat will loose some air after awhile out on the water. I take a minute every two hours or so and add a little more air to top it off. You can do this will all three air chambers. Sometimes I go out for 6 or 7 hours and when I get back to the boat launch my boat is perfectly full of air just like when I first left. Basically, I put my boat in my car in like April and leave it there until about November. I always have my boat! I don't need to drag it from the back yard or wherever and put it on the roof of my Honda Accord. I takes up so little space, even if you have a small car you can just leave it in there. Very convenient! Just remember, leaks are very easy to fix with Tear Aid B and Air Stop (use them together). Tear Aid is a patch for PVC and dries instantly. Air Stop is glue but dries extremely fast. Just a minute or so. Cover the hole with Tear Aid and go around the edges of the Tear Aid with Air Stop. These boats leak a little air through the valves but like I said just bring the little Intex pump with you and put air in the boat whenever you feel it needs some.

Last year we were shopping for an inflatable boat and just couldn't seem to find one that could be easily handled by a couple of people and carry added passengers or gear if necessary. We were very pleased when we found the Seahawk 4 because it was just the type of watercraft we had been looking for. It isn't just a junky old inflatable, but rather one that has been approved by the National Marine Manufacture's Association (NMMA). In other words, it has been approved by the U.S. Coast Guard and the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC). Inflation. Yes, it is a pain, but I would not recommend using an electric or high-pressure air compressor. Number one, you need to carefully inflate the chambers equally and secondly, if you blow out any of the chambers the boat is useless. Weather does affect how the chambers have too much or too little pressure, something that should be checked frequently. For example, in hot weather air expands and you might have to let out a bit of air. We purchased a tarp to put the boat on prior to inflation. That way you won't inadvertently hit a sharp object you missed when clearing an area. According to the manufacturer, "It is very important to follow the numerical sequence [filling the chambers]; failure to do so will result in an improperly inflated boat." And an unsafe one. When you add any motor to a boat, it is required by law to register it. Most people who purchase this type of boat don't have any intention of adding a motor to it and simply plan on using it as a leisure craft. If do add a motor and don't register it a game warden may just be handing you a ticket that may cost you more than the boat itself. A little common sense goes a long way and it this case, can save you a lot of aggravation and money. Many states have mandatory boating safety courses if you do decide to add that motor I thought I'd give a list. If there is a "yes" next to your state, please check into the legal requirements as they do vary. For example, one in Vermont can take and pay for the course online for $29.50. MANDATORY BOATING SAFETY COURSE (motorized boat): Alabama: Yes Alaska: No Arizona: No Arkansas: Yes California: No Colorado: Yes Connecticut: Yes Delaware: Yes Florida: Yes Georgia: Yes Hawaii: No Idaho: No Illinois: Yes Indiana: Yes Iowa: Yes Kansas: Yes Kentucky: Yes Louisiana: Yes Maine: No Maryland: Yes Massachusetts: Yes Michigan: Yes Missouri: Yes Montana: Yes Nebraska: Yes Nevada: Yes New Hampshire: Yes New Jersey: Yes New Mexico: Yes New York: Yes North Carolina: Yes North Dakota: Yes Ohio: Yes Oklahoma: Yes Oregon: Yes Pennsylvania: Yes Rhode Island: Yes South Carolina: Yes South Dakota: No Tennessee: Yes Texas: Yes Vermont: Yes Virginia: Yes Washington: Yes West Virginia: Yes Wisconsin: Yes This boat is an amazing value for the money and the recreational value is priceless. We love ours and plan to use it all summer on a small lake. We'll be fishing, floating around, and looking at the loons. In the fall we'll haul out the directions and carefully deflate the boat.

Intex Seahawk 3, 3-Person Inflatable Boat First the Pro’s and Con’s: Pro: This inflatable boat is actually a very nice three chamber boat. The ores are great for temporary use. But if you are looking for a good workout, they are great for that. I use mine for that very purpose. I row from one side of the lake from the boat launch area to the middle were there are a bunch of islands, and underwater rocks that would tear a larger craft apart. It is there where I drop anchor and then swim 3 miles, call it more lap swimming. The design is typical of Intex, they think of everything. They have on the stern you can purchase their outboard motor mount. And if you purchase their Intex electric trolling motor it makes for a lot of fun when you take your family out. Con’s: It is made out of sturdy puncture proof rubber (PVC). However, mine started to allow water into the air chambers via the seams. After a closer look, I found wear the seam under the water was starting to separate on both sides of the hull. Keep in mind this was the third time out on the lake, and one thing I learned years ago was never inflate your boat on the dock, or on the beaches. Always inflate it while it is in the water. There are two major reasons you always inflate it in the water. 1. If you inflate the boat on land as the air expands the boat it stands a good chance of catching on a stick or rock and will tear the boat, because during the summer the ground is hot which makes these boats soft. 2. If you are lucky and not cause damage to the boat while inflating the boat, as soon as you put it on the water, you will find it will need to pump it up some more. This is because the air in the tubes was very hot. Once you put it in the water it cools the air in the tubes, and the tubes themselves. Now, to the reason why I gave this boat only three stars. It seems that one of two things may have happened. Ether Intex’s quality control is not as good as it use to be, or I received a used, or refurbished boat. The reason I mention it may be refurbished is because down under the hull seams were separating from where it looked to have been re-seamed. And if this is indeed the case, then I paid for a brand-new boat, but received a refurbished one instead. It is very unethical, but a lot of large companies that we trusted for years are now performing this unethical, and illegal practice. Nevertheless, I am hoping this is not the case. But it was more than evident that it was sealed, and then another seam was applied just in the areas that it was leaking. So, because of this as the air was slowly escaping one side, the other side was sucking up water like a syringe. So, through Amazon I did an exchange in which I received another Intex inflatable boat today. If this boat has no issues, I will give you an update. !!! Oh, one more thing. It does say a three-person boat, however once you get all your gear in the boat there really is only room for two, if you want to be comfortable. So, I would purchase the “Swimline Suntan Tub ,70" x 46" “, from Amazon as well. That way you can place all your gear in it, and pull it along with you. At that point you could actually fit a couple of adults and a few children.

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I enjoyed it al the summer good choice

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