I have a NRS Pike rigged for fishing, with an anchor system. I've taken it on several Ozark streams without incident. Very durable, stable, easy to get in and out of. I like to sit sideways and let my feet hang in the water. Anchor system is a must, but easy to figure out. I use a Scotty anchor holder, and 8lbs of anchor chain for my anchor. Never have had a problem with fish hooks and punctures. Highly recommend this vessel. No need for a truck.
@AQOutdoorsАй бұрын
@@1982ozark thank you for the anecdotal feedback and insight for viewers of this video. Very much appreciated
@JordanSatterly25 күн бұрын
Where on your kayak do you mount your anchor? I have the kuda and I’m looking into getting an anchor set up
@1982ozark25 күн бұрын
@@JordanSatterly I used a Scotty universal patch, PVC adhesive and mounted the Scotty anchor system on the right front pontoon about a foot back from the front of the kayak. I also purchased a diving reel and used niteize silicone twisty ties to secure the diving reel to the daisy chains to the right of the kayak seat. The diving reel works very well for anchor rope management and has a good locking mechanism. I like having the anchor at the front of the boat because when I drop, it automatically points me up river so I can fish with the current. For anchor rope I used the bright yellow polypropylene you can by anywhere, Walmart, Lowe's etc. about 30' and 1/4" diameter. It's high visibility and waterproof.
@AQOutdoors25 күн бұрын
@@JordanSatterlyThe easiest solution would be tying your anchor line off the side of the seat with a slip knot (or other type quick release knot), but I don't think that's the answer he's looking for. The most straightforward way would be to use something like the scotty anchor lock attached to one of the existing mounting pads. If they wanted a more custom location they could glue on a pad in the location of their choice, as a lot of anglers prefer the anchor coming off the bow or stern which will allow the boat to handle waves and wake better. A 1.5 lb anchor to 3lb anchor should be more than adequate or the NRS Urchin if they wanted something more portable. In store I could get super nuanced about making a custom anchor trolley with some rope and biners attached to the gear loops for and aft, if they wanted. But there's a chance it would interfere with the functionality of whatever accessories you had mounted in the two side pads, if any. It may also get wet and cause drag which would annoy the crap out of me
@ninjaotb9 Жыл бұрын
Cool hat dude! 😎👍🏼
@209chevymon2 күн бұрын
what about fish hooks?
@AQOutdoors2 күн бұрын
@@209chevymon fish hooks are very unlikely to puncture the material good quality inflatables are made of.
@sarad23762 ай бұрын
How easy is it to dry and pack them?
@AQOutdoors2 ай бұрын
It depends on the model a bit but any PVC boat is easy to dry. Just deflate it and put outside our of direct sunlight.. packing is pretty straight forwards. Some of the bags (depending on brand) can be a bit tight but for the most part you deflate them, roll them and put them in the carry bag.
@sarad23762 ай бұрын
@@AQOutdoors thank you for the reply! 🙂
@whatdoesnt11 ай бұрын
Hmm less talk more show. A puncture test would’ve been a lot more effective
@AQOutdoors11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the thought. Will consider that for future videos.
@kristiankrane84742 ай бұрын
Were can I Bay one?
@AQOutdoors2 ай бұрын
There are lots of places online and and stores across North America and the world. If you are in Canada or the USA you can purchase many of them on our website at www aqoutdoors.com
@edgars0078911 ай бұрын
Can this kayak be good for saltwater fishing
@AQOutdoors11 ай бұрын
Thanks for checking out the video. It certainly can be used effectively for saltwater fishing.
@edgars0078911 ай бұрын
@AQOutdoors okay thank you
@GProsperity Жыл бұрын
said a whole bunch of nothing
@danyeo Жыл бұрын
You said less
@3nim3nimabl3 Жыл бұрын
@@danyeo😂
@user-vk8vk5ul2b Жыл бұрын
What have you expected else from a young boy with a grey beard?..
@adamskove Жыл бұрын
Are these stronger than Bote?
@AQOutdoors Жыл бұрын
I am not super familiar with Note, however, most PVC inflatable kayaks with drop stitched high pressure floors are super durable.
@Castillomaster Жыл бұрын
1000% bote from what I’ve researched is the typical inflatable stuff you find
@GeoFishing11 күн бұрын
I would never consider it! I’ve had my Hard plastic kayak for almost 10 years. Breaks ice and who even knows how many fish it’s seen. I would not risk an inflatable out there in the middle of no where. Just me. It only takes once. 😎🎣✌️ Happy Fishing 🎣
@AQOutdoors11 күн бұрын
@@GeoFishing thanks for the thoughts.. happy fishing .
@JSabh3 күн бұрын
Hard shells get holes too. Actually, the Pike is superior because the three chambers are more redundant than the monohull of a thin plastic boat.
@georgewilliamsiii46776 ай бұрын
Dead serious question. Can it take an initial gator bite? I kayak in fl
@AQOutdoors6 ай бұрын
I would have assumed this was trolling if you hadn't have clarified. Haha. I am no Gator expert but my guess would be no. Gators have sharp teeth and inflatables don't deal great with stabbing sharp things..
@Mbolf243 ай бұрын
A kayak will not be bitten by a gator, stupid question
@ARPat20002 ай бұрын
@@Mbolf24 ☝🏽🤓
@Baseballisdrip3y Жыл бұрын
Can you stand in it
@AQOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking the video out and for the question. You sure can stand in this one. Really, most drop stitch floor kayaks you can stand in.
@darknightstalkergamingtv70664 ай бұрын
How strong is it on sharp surfaces and large fish teeth such as sharks or gars.. ?
@theoutdoordad739511 ай бұрын
This seems like it could be a little bit misleading- I don’t think the kayaks are made with the same thickness of denier that their heavy duty whitewater rafts are made with. Can NRS clarify his statements?
@AQOutdoors11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment and checking out the video. His answer is definitely a bit nuanced! I can confirm that the manufacturing process of the NRS PVC kayaks and rafts is the same, the glues, coating etc is the same, you are correct in the material thickness being different. I am not super dialed in with the tech specs but the pike (in the video) has a material thickness of 44/1000 and the Slipstream raft is 52/2000. I don't quite know what that means technically but annecdotally the Slipstream is a heavier feeling material than the pike... with all that being said, the NRS inflatable kayaks only have one paddler in them vs a raft which is designed for a heavy frame and multiple passengers so that effects the requirement for material thickness. From our experience both the NRS rafts and kayaks are really well built and durable Thanks again for your question and for checking out the video.
@theoutdoordad739511 ай бұрын
@@AQOutdoors i own a Kuda and it’s a good boat but I do wish it was made with the same denier as their rafts. I know it would add weight but I think the durability benefits would be worth it/ not that the Kuda is fragile or not durable I just think for a boat I use on rocky rivers the extra thickness would help against abrasion and fish fins.
@AQOutdoors11 ай бұрын
@@theoutdoordad7395 that is really good insight. Thanks so much..
@wail7534 Жыл бұрын
That’s what Stockton rush said
@herphermits3 ай бұрын
Are they fishing hook proof?
@youmightknowmelater1212 Жыл бұрын
Tbh your flying out if you white water raft with that
@acidead979 ай бұрын
You sit way too high up to do any white water in that I think
@1982ozarkАй бұрын
Taken mine on several class 3 rapids, never had an issue.
@youmightknowmelater1212Ай бұрын
@@1982ozark be careful🙏
@1982ozarkАй бұрын
@@youmightknowmelater1212 Will do, usually take my Blue Hole canoe, but love the inflatable for fishing trips. 👍