Jackson Kayaks are among the best in the industry, and the company makes some of the most capable vessels out there that can handle the skinniest, shallowest, water, the surf, and everything in between.
With that said, here are two of the best of the best of them, each of which is optimized for different disciplines.
The Coosa X
The Coosa X is the Jackson Kayak for you if a pedal drive system will be more of a detriment than a benefit.
Instead, this is a paddle-powered yak, which makes it perfect for pursuits in which a pedal drive just couldn’t cut it. It’s great for kayak camping, river kayaking, crabbing, hunting, scouting, frog gigging, bowhunting, and much more.
You can sneak into the thickest stuff with a Coosa X easily, no matter how shallow it is, without worrying about mucking up your drive unit.
In addition to a simpler design that is drive-unit free, the Jackson Coosa X, like most other modern fishing kayaks, is impossibly stable, making it perfect for the pursuits aforementioned.
With a wide open cockpit and deck, and plenty of tie-down points, along with a large rear tankwell, the Coosa X is also optimized for gearing up, which makes it great for kayak camping.
Naturally, the Coosa X has also been designed with a bunch of features that make it easy to bring along your gear, as well as with comfortable, adjustable seating. Gear tracks, integrated into the design, make the Coosa X easily expandable.
The Knarr FD
The Knarr FD is a powerful pedal-driven fishing kayak from Jackson that is ideal for rivers, lakes, creeks, bays and lagoons, and even the biggest water of all – the ocean.
The heart of the Knarr FD is the newly updated Flex Drive Mark IV, which is faster, quieter, and more powerful than ever before.
It is easier to mount and maintain, and improved gear ratios deliver more power than they ever have. Also, the lower portion of the drive unit is designed to retract automatically, protecting it in the event of striking an underwater obstacle.
Moreover, the lower portion of the drive unit, when retracted, is accessible through the bottom of the hull, making it easier for an operator to access the prop so it can be cleared of line or weeds.
The Knarr FD is also redesigned with a new steering system – a one-handed system that is easier and more efficient than a two-handed system.
Like the Coosa X, the Knarr FD is stable, has comfortable, adjustable seating, and has tons of fishing friendly features.
Where Can You Get Either of These Jackson Kayaks?
Want to learn a little more about either of these Jackson Kayaks before you make a decision one way or the other? Take a look at what’s in store at No Bad Days Kayaks. They sell both of these Jackson Kayaks and others, as well as top models from other leading manufacturers such as Old Town, Hobie, NuCanoe and Native Watersports.
Visit their website for more information or get in touch with them at 512-229-0560.
