Heavy-duty PVC material is sturdy and puncture-resistant than you would think about based on its price Seahawk 4 is an excellent option if you want a fishing boat that is as portable as possible. Fisherman Looking for a Boat for a Gear-Heavy Setup Overall, the Intex Seahawk 4 appeals to those looking for an entry-level model that is super affordable for recreational and light water adventures. A must-do modification for fisherman is the hard floor. The Seahawk 4 is actually a favorite of fisherman on a budget, as it is basically the cheapest way to get out on the water. You will need to build the hard floor yourself though, it’ll take a few hours of time. Again, remember. You’re getting all of these at about 10x less the price of a professional boat. 5. The Quality Leaves Some to Be Desired

Besides taking just 15 minutes or less to set up your Intex Seahawk 4 boat, anyone can easily do the setting up. To set up, find a zero-debris flat surface and unroll the boat’s fabric such that it’s completely flat on the ground. By following the number sequence inscribed on the boat’s valve, insert an air pump output and start pumping air in. What do you do if you get a puncture in the boat? For a fantastic boating experience, pair your Seahawk 4 boat with a trolling motor. Get an Intex motor mount first so that you’ll have a place to attach the trolling motor to. However, its affordable price means some features are missing, like reinforcement at the bottom of the boat. With that, you need to be careful when boating around cliffs as there is no side protection. ComfortWhen it comes to being safe on the water, nothing can be safer than Seahawk 4. It is equipped with three air chambers: two on the hulls and one on the floor. The auxiliary chamber on the floor is enough to support the weight of four people. So, if one chamber fails, you won’t get stranded in the middle of the lake. Video Review of the Intex Seahawk 4 Based on the price range of the Seahawk 4, it’s important to remember that it uses affordable materials so that it wouldn’t be par with high-end inflatable boats in the market. I've only had this for less than two weeks but managed to take it out on a calm lake with a trolling motor recently. Everything works as it should and it arrived with no defects. I can get it pumped up in about 10 minutes with the included pump at a brisk pace. Haven't tested it with anyone besides myself in it yet, but think having my wife and 3 year old in it will be comfortable." I just finished an article on the optimal motor-battery parings specifically for Intex rafts, you might want to read it if you are considering this mod. Canopy Just turn on the trolling motor, and you can go anywhere you want to at a leisurely speed, as long as it is still on the water. You can choose to mount a 1.5 hp or 2 hp motor and travel at a relaxing speed of 5 mph. About Intex

Side-by-side, these two are extremely close. They’re both made from the same material, both have similar features, and both come with a bunch of freebies. The Seahawk 4 inflatable boat is also ideal for those who like to go fishing. The two rod-holders that come built-in the raft appeal to fishing enthusiasts so is the space for the trolling motor. Although it can carry up to four grown persons, it might be a tight squeeze. So, to summarize everything, the Intex Seahawk 4 is an inflatable boat that can comfortably accommodate four adults. It can be used by a family of four or a group of friends to enjoy a fun summer of boating and fishing. Person Capacity – This boat can comfortably accommodate four people and is suitable for a family of four. Lightweight boats get carried away by waves, currents, and even strong wind. Plus, they can’t carry heavy loads… or rip through water (they’ll flip over if you go too fast).

The Intex Seahawk 2 and 3 are smaller versions of the Seahawk 4. Here is a little comparison table on the differences between the boats. Three Air Chambers – The boat has two air chambers in its hull and one auxiliary chamber on the floor. If one of these chambers fails, the other two can support the weight of the passengers. The auxiliary chamber is enough to carry the maximum weight capacity of the boat.

First-timers won’t be forced to make a huge commitment, while fishers looking for an inexpensive dinghy will love this. The Boston valves in the tubes make inflating your boat super easy and fast. Air will never get out while you are pumping thanks to these. Then he showed the motor mount and the outboard motor that he bought. He will attach the motor to the boat to power it. A four-stroke gasoline engine runs the 1.5 hp motor. He bought this motor because he said the Seahawk 4 is a heavy boat to row. Testing the Boat on the Water Having a carry bag to bring along and store your boat is always nice. However, it’s not too much of a big deal.I do recommend buying a little electric pump on battery, I was amazed how effective and fast this thing is to inflate the boat. The supplied manual pump does seems to work pretty well but the stand that's put on the ground between your feet is made of very thin plastic so will break after a few uses. Grab Handle and All-around Grab Lines – They make it easier to carry the boat to and from the water.