Kraken - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

TheBentRod · 03-09-2015, 11:50 AM

I forgot about clogs in the pump. Based on the position of the pump if your seat is far back it is difficult to get to. However, it should be easy to remove the housing and pull the offending material out of the pump. When you get the hang of it, taking apart the pump is not difficult. I will check it out on Demo day.

kauaiboy04 · 03-09-2015, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by TheBentRod

I forgot about clogs in the pump. Based on the position of the pump if your seat is far back it is difficult to get to. However, it should be easy to remove the housing and pull the offending material out of the pump. When you get the hang of it, taking apart the pump is not difficult. I will check it out on Demo day.

I've never had an issue with the bait pump for the kraken. There is literally a recessed scupper for a bait pump, and the only part exposed to the water is the bottom of the pump.

http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/...ick-disconnect

Aznronin · 03-09-2015, 12:29 PM

Bentrod. Just remember on your test paddle to make sure you pick it up off the ground. Put it on top of your car rack. Then take it off your car. Carry it or roll it to the launch and then test paddle the yaks so you het the reality of how owning one would be.

Kayak_Bernie · 03-09-2015, 02:41 PM

A few months ago OEX had Jim out at there place in Mission Bay, I was able to test drive the Kraken at that point. I played offensive line in college and being a big guy it has always been a problem to find a kayak that will float me and my gear without loosing maneuverability. The Kraken is big enough to float me and my gear, and it paddles like a dream. Granted I am used to paddling an OK Prowler Big Game, but I would give the Kraken 2 thumbs up, it may be my next boat.

Dennis · 03-09-2015, 03:28 PM

110 lbs seems like a lot. I'm interested in where you found that info. Thanks

Iceman · 03-09-2015, 03:37 PM

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Kraken 110 lbs with included accessories

tank, box, seat etc.

I love the bow shape, nice mix of lift and slice, performs very well in open water chop and swell. I consider it in the same arena as the Trident 15 or the Thresher 155. In all honesty the 3 I mention are all too big for what i am looking for in my kayak, but would highly recommend trying one. Very smart design.

Aznronin · 03-09-2015, 03:54 PM

Trident 15 angler is only 60lbs and capacity is 500-550 lbs. the only complaint I have about it is that it catches the wind on the side during windy days on the water.

Fish Taco · 03-09-2015, 04:16 PM

What are your thoughts on the Thresher 14 Andy?

Kaijuu · 07-11-2015, 12:15 PM

Haven't had it long enough for a detailed opinion but hears the short term thinking.

It's long and heavy, had an Outback before so no huge difference in weight once loaded. I do use an hitch extender so it's very easy to load on my truck.

Had to change to a paddle type cause of knee issues. Kraken paddles very well and the rudder helps with getting the big boy around and makes for easy paddling without changing up strokes. The seat's comfy as any, adjustments can be made to compensate for load changes or even launching and returning thru swell.

Just got my bait tank rigged so no comment on placement or performance yet.

Front hatch is good for long term storage but not easily accessed while at sea. Center hatch has good storage. I haven't tried rod storage there yet.

OEX Mission Bay has one to demo, just call em. If you live in the SD North County you're welcome to check mine out.

TJones · 09-15-2015, 06:49 AM

Is why hobies are such crap paddlers ?

And why they don't implement some of the favorable traits (other than stability ) into their kayaks ?

03-09-2015, 11:50 AM	#1
TheBentRod Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Murrieta, CA and Bonney Lake, WA Posts: 425	Kraken I forgot about clogs in the pump. Based on the position of the pump if your seat is far back it is difficult to get to. However, it should be easy to remove the housing and pull the offending material out of the pump. When you get the hang of it, taking apart the pump is not difficult. I will check it out on Demo day.

03-09-2015, 02:41 PM	#4
Kayak_Bernie Live Watersports ProStaff Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Rolando Village Posts: 224	Kraken Test Drive A few months ago OEX had Jim out at there place in Mission Bay, I was able to test drive the Kraken at that point. I played offensive line in college and being a big guy it has always been a problem to find a kayak that will float me and my gear without loosing maneuverability. The Kraken is big enough to float me and my gear, and it paddles like a dream. Granted I am used to paddling an OK Prowler Big Game, but I would give the Kraken 2 thumbs up, it may be my next boat.

03-09-2015, 03:28 PM	#5
Dennis Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South of La Jolla... Posts: 1,193	110 lbs seems like a lot. I'm interested in where you found that info. Thanks __________________ Hmmmm.....

03-09-2015, 04:16 PM	#8
Fish Taco Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bozeman, Montana Posts: 164	What are your thoughts on the Thresher 14 Andy? __________________ - Ken Redondo Beach, CA 2011 Malibu Stealth 14

07-11-2015, 12:15 PM	#9
Kaijuu "Floater" Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: so cal Posts: 164	Picked mine up a couple weeks ago. Haven't had it long enough for a detailed opinion but hears the short term thinking. It's long and heavy, had an Outback before so no huge difference in weight once loaded. I do use an hitch extender so it's very easy to load on my truck. Had to change to a paddle type cause of knee issues. Kraken paddles very well and the rudder helps with getting the big boy around and makes for easy paddling without changing up strokes. The seat's comfy as any, adjustments can be made to compensate for load changes or even launching and returning thru swell. Just got my bait tank rigged so no comment on placement or performance yet. Front hatch is good for long term storage but not easily accessed while at sea. Center hatch has good storage. I haven't tried rod storage there yet. OEX Mission Bay has one to demo, just call em. If you live in the SD North County you're welcome to check mine out.

03-09-2015, 12:29 PM	#3
Aznronin Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Sfv Posts: 147	Bentrod. Just remember on your test paddle to make sure you pick it up off the ground. Put it on top of your car rack. Then take it off your car. Carry it or roll it to the launch and then test paddle the yaks so you het the reality of how owning one would be.

03-09-2015, 03:54 PM	#7
Aznronin Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Sfv Posts: 147	Trident 15 angler is only 60lbs and capacity is 500-550 lbs. the only complaint I have about it is that it catches the wind on the side during windy days on the water.

09-15-2015, 06:49 AM	#10
TJones Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,526	What I would like to know Is why hobies are such crap paddlers ? And why they don't implement some of the favorable traits (other than stability ) into their kayaks ?