Are Jackson kayaks worth the money?

Are Jackson kayaks worth the money?

Jackson Riviera combines great stability with good speed, agility, and tracking. It is easy to paddle, even for beginners. The kayak is also easy to transport and store as there’s almost nothing to break.

How much does a Jackson Coosa kayak weigh?

65 lbs
Size and Weight Jackson Coosa is 11’2” long and 32″ wide. It weighs 65 lbs without the seat and 70 lbs with the seat. One person can handle and transport it easily. Better yet, a replaceable skid plate lets you drag the kayak to and from the water.

Where are Jackson kayaks made?

Sparta, TN
We are located in Sparta, TN in our 100,000 square foot facility, in a town of 8,000 people. We have about 120 employees and make products for whitewater, recreational paddling, touring, fishing, accessories, clothing, and even do custom manufacturing for playgrounds, other kayak companies, and more.

How heavy is a Jackson Kayak?

Manufacture’s Specs: Weight: 30 lbs. Dimension: 5’11” by 26.75”

Who makes Jackson kayaks?

Jackson Kayak is a producer of kayaks and was founded by its namesake, Eric “EJ” Jackson. After working with Wave Sport Kayaks as a team member and as a designer, Eric Jackson and business partner, Tony Lunt formed Jackson Kayak in Rock Island, Tennessee in October 2003.

What are Jackson kayaks made out of?

ALL of the creekboats, and new models (New Funs, New Rockers, New Stars) will be made from Cross-linked HDPE.

How long is the Jackson Coosa HD?

12′ 6″
Jackson Kayak – Coosa HD

Length (Standard)	12′ 6″
Width	34″
Weight	83 lbs
Optimal Paddler Weight (Low)	125 lbs
Optimal Paddler Weight (High)	300 lbs

Are fishing kayaks good for Rivers?

If you’ll only be fishing wide, slow-moving rivers, an all-around fishing kayak will provide you with the performance and features you need. However, narrower, windier and faster-moving rivers are more safely and enjoyably navigated on a river fishing kayak.

What happened Jackson Kayak?

Today, Jackson Kayak continues to employ most of its early leadership, 100+ locally, and is owned by Tony Lunt, Emily Jackson, Dane Jackson and David Knight; keeping Jackson Kayak a family run, Made in USA business.

Does Eric Jackson own Jackson Kayak?

How long is the Jackson Big Rig kayak?

Big Rig Series

Model	Year	Length
Big Rig	2013	13’2″
Big Rig, YakAttack Edition	2015	13’2″

How much does a Jackson Riviera kayak weigh?

58 lbs
Size and Weight Jackson Riviera is 11’4″ long with a 29-inch beam and a 17-inch deck height. The kayak weighs 58 lbs, so it’s not the lightest boat in its class. The capacity of 300 lbs makes it suitable for most average-sized adults as long as you don’t bring a lot of gear.

Are Jackson kayaks made in the USA?

Can you weld Jackson kayaks?

Some older boats, think early 2000s Jackson Kayaks, are high-density crosslinked polyethylene (XLPE). Being a thermoset plastic, it can only be heated once and will likely burn if you try to weld it.

Can a fishing kayak handle rapids?

However, narrower, windier and faster-moving rivers are more safely and enjoyably navigated on a river fishing kayak. These kayaks track well in flatwater sections, while being maneuverable in low-class rapids.

Is Jackson Kayak still in business?

What happened to Jackson kayaks?

Why did EJ leave Jackson Kayak?

EJ says that as the company has grown in size and complexity, he’s been looking at turning his attention toward something simple again, and focusing more time on his kayaking and fishing. “Many of my friends and family are still working hard in the business to bring great boats to the water,” he says.

How much does a Jackson big rig weigh?

125 lbs
Size and Weight Jackson Big Rig HD is 13’3″ long, 40″ wide and 16″ high. It weighs 118 lbs without the seat and 125 lbs fully rigged. You will probably need a kayak trailer and a kayak cart to handle this big boy.