Great review. I share your opinion about the low riding bow. I know the first gens. Had a much higher, and flat deck with two raised beads to further aid in deflecting water away from the cockpit. I wish they still kept that design, but the one complaint the designers caved to was that the boat would not fit in a typical rooftop kayak carrier/rack system due to the unconventional dimensions up front. This design is closer to a standard profile, but they went way to low with the deck to where it plows mild to moderate waves right over it into the cockpit. Also, they enlarged the rear cargo area, so that eliminated the possibility of changing the weight center further back to compensate for the deck redesign. That said, a smaller lighter paddler would probably be fine, us bigger guys.. If you can find the first version somewhere in good shape, I'd personally recommend it if you're doing anything other than lakes. I still have a hankering to pick one of these up because at the core they are a good boat, but I'm hoping they do some revisions that bring back the qualities larger paddlers enjoyed most about these yaks.
Great video review. I'm looming for a small yak with a higher weight capacity to hunt ducks and do.a.little fishing as well. I like the wideness of the Cockpit area. Looks roomy and easy to get into and out
Stamped for security and coast guard law brother. The sticker idea? Tweaker steals and rips it off.. sure they could grind that vin down too…. But that sets off alarms for people who might buy it….and most druggies aren’t this talented and committed to their thieving! They’ll simply move on to an easier target. And as a former Navy man? That vin seems like overkill, the deep way they applied it? Trust me…I’ve recovered boats in open water…. Some went back to living folks, and some were sadly returned to the friends or family of the deceased…. It’s an important feature to leave in the boat imo…. But you can rest assured? It won’t be known by the general public who owns the boat… so no privacy worries. Stay safe my man! Great video…really well presented. Captain Kelnay USN Retired.
I have this kayak also, it forced me to upgrade to a Native Watercraft FX 13 with pedal drive. This is a carnival ride in wind, it spins too easily and tracks horribly. It's awesome for small pons in calm water and little to no wind, but any thing more that 2 ft and it begins to porpoise even with all the gear in back.
The first gen model was so much better, especially for taller, and heavier paddlers. The tweaks they made for convenience made it nothing the first model was. First model had great primary stability, tracked well, didn't nosedive, or push water, had better leg room, etc. It seems better suited to paddlers under 5'-5" now.
@@864Fishing I put some well nuts in the back and used those to fasten a metal plate. bolted down a wood block vertically on the plate for the motor to hold onto. and I put a steering arm on the motor for steering
Your totally fine….it’s ok up to 400 pounds plus honestly? The height you are? No issue. Don’t let the sticker with the three hundred pound weight limit get you….it’s overkill safe with three hundred pounds in it. I’ve had it loaded closer to 430! Me …a small child on my lap…and my dog! It was low to the water admittedly….but it wasn’t an issue
I got mine and it seems to tilt to the left when paddling. I'm hearing some other people deal with the same problem. It'll also drift to the left when in idle. Is this normal? And, is there anything I can do to alleviate this? Does it have anything to do with the positioning of my seat or the foot rests?
I have 3 Bass Pro Kayaks, and the FS10 is the worst. Very unstable, does not track straight. The front has a downward angle and will go under water if you hit a wake. They put the dry storage in front of your left foot. This is a very unsafe kayak. I am going to stick with my H10. Thanks, Rick
Also….it’s worth the money to spend on a QUALITY PADDLE BOYS!!! Trust me….former sailor, and avid kayaker…. Don’t cheap out on a paddle. It can save your life, or cost you your life. I’ve seen both scenarios…. Where the bad paddle was broken and the boater died because of it…the woman couldn’t control the yak and went over rocks and was ejected and subsequently drowned. I’ve seen the reverse too…. Where someone only made it to safety, because the paddle was a champion…a solid solid paddle. Expect to pay about 70 bucks minimum, if new…for a good quality collapsible paddle…. It’s not cheap….hated that additional cost. Fixed income retiree here…. But boys? Trust this old tin can Navy sailor? You don’t want to regret it later when that Walmart cheap paddle busts on you…in the middle of nowhere. P.s, That’s where the old saying comes from! Up the creek without a paddle? Ain’t a good spot to be in…I’ve been there! Boy do you feel stupid…and helpless. 😂 Stay safe y’all
Great review. I share your opinion about the low riding bow.
I know the first gens. Had a much higher, and flat deck with two raised beads to further aid in deflecting water away from the cockpit.
I wish they still kept that design, but the one complaint the designers caved to was that the boat would not fit in a typical rooftop kayak carrier/rack system due to the unconventional dimensions up front.
This design is closer to a standard profile, but they went way to low with the deck to where it plows mild to moderate waves right over it into the cockpit.
Also, they enlarged the rear cargo area, so that eliminated the possibility of changing the weight center further back to compensate for the deck redesign.
That said, a smaller lighter paddler would probably be fine, us bigger guys.. If you can find the first version somewhere in good shape, I'd personally recommend it if you're doing anything other than lakes.
I still have a hankering to pick one of these up because at the core they are a good boat, but I'm hoping they do some revisions that bring back the qualities larger paddlers enjoyed most about these yaks.
Awesome kayak bro. I have the D10, and I love it.
I just got this same kayak today, can't wait to get it on the water!
Great video review. I'm looming for a small yak with a higher weight capacity to hunt ducks and do.a.little fishing as well. I like the wideness of the Cockpit area. Looks roomy and easy to get into and out
look at the hybird ascent 10 or 12 ft. although much pricier.
How do you think it would do in saltwater? Not offshore at all just flats langroves and the tampa bay in fl
Stamped for security and coast guard law brother. The sticker idea? Tweaker steals and rips it off.. sure they could grind that vin down too…. But that sets off alarms for people who might buy it….and most druggies aren’t this talented and committed to their thieving! They’ll simply move on to an easier target. And as a former Navy man? That vin seems like overkill, the deep way they applied it? Trust me…I’ve recovered boats in open water…. Some went back to living folks, and some were sadly returned to the friends or family of the deceased…. It’s an important feature to leave in the boat imo….
But you can rest assured? It won’t be known by the general public who owns the boat… so no privacy worries. Stay safe my man! Great video…really well presented.
Captain Kelnay USN Retired.
how did hunting out of it go? and any issues now with it?
Night lightS- Rim the kayak with an led strip. Awesome.
I have this kayak also, it forced me to upgrade to a Native Watercraft FX 13 with pedal drive. This is a carnival ride in wind, it spins too easily and tracks horribly. It's awesome for small pons in calm water and little to no wind, but any thing more that 2 ft and it begins to porpoise even with all the gear in back.
Deciding between the f10 or H10 whats your opinion
That is the exact one i have i am very happy with it i love the seat only issue i have is it doesnt track real straight but ok for me
I have this same Kayak and find it to be very unstable. This weekend I’m installing an outrigger setup just to be safe.
The first gen model was so much better, especially for taller, and heavier paddlers.
The tweaks they made for convenience made it nothing the first model was.
First model had great primary stability, tracked well, didn't nosedive, or push water, had better leg room, etc.
It seems better suited to paddlers under 5'-5" now.
It should have the Vin on a metal plate on the outside to
FS10 is what I got, I strapped a trolling motor to it. I've caught some good fish with it
How you put a trolling motor on it ?
@@864Fishing I put some well nuts in the back and used those to fasten a metal plate. bolted down a wood block vertically on the plate for the motor to hold onto. and I put a steering arm on the motor for steering
@@Pwnzistor i wanna see this 😂😂
Where do you keep the battery?
How is it getting in and out
Hey great vid! You mentioned you were over 6 feet? I'm 6'5" and wondering if it's going to be tighter for me. Thanks, Dude.
You’d be snug? But ok…. I’m close to your height and have no issues! Great boat!
Thanks!
How are you liking the kayak? I'm looking at buying one of these possibly
extremely comfortable. only downside is it does not track the straights. thanks for the view!
So I’m thinking of buying one, I’m 6’3 and just over 300lbs, and hunk it would be a good fit for me?
i believe you would be just fine in it. thanks for the view
Your totally fine….it’s ok up to 400 pounds plus honestly? The height you are? No issue. Don’t let the sticker with the three hundred pound weight limit get you….it’s overkill safe with three hundred pounds in it. I’ve had it loaded closer to 430! Me …a small child on my lap…and my dog! It was low to the water admittedly….but it wasn’t an issue
Does if have foot rests and if it does do they adjust
yes and yes! great kayak!
How much do you weigh? I am about 300lbs do you think I will be okay?
you should be just fine. Ive had over 350+ lbs in it from my weight and all my gear.
Does the paddle come with it
nope
I want it kayak friend New sub
I got mine and it seems to tilt to the left when paddling. I'm hearing some other people deal with the same problem. It'll also drift to the left when in idle. Is this normal? And, is there anything I can do to alleviate this? Does it have anything to do with the positioning of my seat or the foot rests?
I have 3 Bass Pro Kayaks, and the FS10 is the worst. Very unstable, does not track straight. The front has a downward angle and will go under water if you hit a wake. They put the dry storage in front of your left foot. This is a very unsafe kayak. I am going to stick with my H10. Thanks, Rick
It's not made for "bigger" folks. ... Max capacity is 325, kayak likely weighs 50-70lbs.. which leaves only 260-ish usable weight
bruh u don’t include the weight of the kayak into its own carrying capacity
@@julie-wc8bn capacity is either 300, or 325... It's not much. Weight is minimal less than 70lbs I'm sure.
Facts
Also….it’s worth the money to spend on a QUALITY PADDLE BOYS!!! Trust me….former sailor, and avid kayaker….
Don’t cheap out on a paddle. It can save your life, or cost you your life. I’ve seen both scenarios….
Where the bad paddle was broken and the boater died because of it…the woman couldn’t control the yak and went over rocks and was ejected and subsequently drowned. I’ve seen the reverse too…. Where someone only made it to safety, because the paddle was a champion…a solid solid paddle. Expect to pay about 70 bucks minimum, if new…for a good quality collapsible paddle…. It’s not cheap….hated that additional cost. Fixed income retiree here….
But boys? Trust this old tin can Navy sailor? You don’t want to regret it later when that Walmart cheap paddle busts on you…in the middle of nowhere.
P.s,
That’s where the old saying comes from!
Up the creek without a paddle? Ain’t a good spot to be in…I’ve been there!
Boy do you feel stupid…and helpless. 😂
Stay safe y’all
Any update and do you have Instagram ?
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