Innova Seaker I


Best Uses: Touring, sea kayaking, day trips, camping, week long expeditions, flatwater

Brand:  InnovaInnova Seaker inflatable kayak

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Number of Paddlers:   1

Stats:  Length 15’ 9”, Width 30”, Weight 60 lbs, Load Capacity 1 Adult plus 200 lbs

Accessories Included:  2 year warranty, Kayak Sport hatch covers, SealLine SmartTrack rudder system, mesh deck bags

Kayak Material:  1200 denier Nitrylon, polyester reinforced PVC (Mirasol) for the side chambers

Pros:  Stable, rugged, extremely well built, comfortable, great maneuverability, compact, easy entry and exit, keeps you very dry, loads of storage space

Cons:  Seat not tall enough so cockpit rim may press into spine – may need to purchase separate seat with better back support, slower than a hardshell touring kayak, heavy

More About the Innova Seaker I

The Innova Seaker is a high-end expedition inflatable sea kayak with true sea kayak styling and rigidity.  Innova came up with the Seaker in order to compete with high-end expedition folding sea kayaks. 

This is a kayak for someone who wants the performance of the folding sea kayak but without the cost and the major time consuming setup of the folding kayaks.  This is truly an amazing inflatable kayak and is extremely well made.  It was awarded a ‘Paddler’s Pick’ for 2005 by Paddler Magazine for product innovation as well as a ‘Real Deal Award’ for practical excellence from Hooked on the Outdoors Magazine.

The Innova Seaker is an extremely stable and innovative inflatable kayak with great attention to detail.  The tracking is good while using the included rudder and there is ample space for gear storage with the two compartments for a week long expedition. 

It handles beautifully in the wind and will make you feel safe and secure in just about any situation.  This kayak will keep you very dry even in the wettest of conditions.  Spray skirts do not come with it, but are available if you need them.  Many people have mentioned that the speed of the Seaker is lacking greatly as compared to a hard-shell sea kayak.  However as far as inflatables go, this is one of the fastest.

The Seaker is Not Your Typical Inflatable Kayak

Now all of that being said, the Innova Seaker is not a typically lightweight inflatable kayak.  At sixty pounds this kayak is heavy and it is not going to be easy to travel with.  You will not want to carry the Seaker on an airplane as you would be charged overweight fees (not to mention it would be awkward and frustrating). 

The Seaker is also a fair amount more expensive than many other inflatable kayaks.  This watercraft is for those who are in the market for a high-end performance folding kayak but who don’t want to pay the big folding kayak prices or waste the time on setup. 

The Seaker will be inflated and have you out on the water in fifteen minutes (as opposed to say 45 minutes with a folding kayak) and will cost you about half the price of a high-end folding kayak.  The other advantage is that it is easily stored in small spaces and will fit in the trunk of your car.

The Innova Seaker also comes in a tandem model, the Innova Seaker II, which is great for sea kayaking with a partner.

Final Thoughts On the Innova Seaker I

This is a specialized inflatable kayak. If you were thinking of purchasing a folding sea kayak, then it is a good idea to really consider the Innova Seaker inflatable kayak. It is innovative and impressive, will cost half the price of a folding kayak and will save you a ton of setup time. Beautiful in style and performance…. there is a reason this kayak has had such great press.

Pro Innova Seaker I

  • Stable
  • Rugged
  • Extremely well built
  • Comfortable – may need to add higher back seats though
  • Great maneuverability
  • Compact – stores easily in small spaces
  • Easy entry and exit
  • Keeps you very dry
  • Loads of storage space
  • High class inflatable sea kayak

Against Innova Seaker I

  • Seat not tall enough so cockpit rim may press into spine – may need to purchase separate seat with better back support
  • Slower than a hardshell touring kayak
  • Heavy for one person – may need a rolling cart
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