Malibu X 13 more photos - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Iceman · 03-10-2008, 09:09 AM

I have one of the prototypes at the Sunset Beach location, come on by and test paddle it in the harbor. I will be taking it out in the surf very soon, hope to have some video and pix.

Don't write off the rod storage. I easily got 4 inside. The first was an 8.5 Inshore the last my 9 foot jig stick. You just slide em in guides up, turn over and slide the next. This screw hatch is not likely the only alternative.

Production on these is supposed to be full swing in 2 weeks. The hull is ready, but hardware and rigging is all being worked out. We sold 4 at the show and are taking orders at Sunset and Pt Loma.

aguachico · 03-10-2008, 10:24 AM

Congats on the new hull and design. I like the bow shape.

bluesquids · 03-10-2008, 10:43 AM

Oh, I didn't know the front hatch is like that. Makes for a dry inside if you submarine the nose. Can it still be cut out and open like other models? Is there a X-15 in the works?

wavster · 03-10-2008, 11:07 AM

Looks like they lost the channels (a good thing). How does the new "tri-keel"
design sound? My last extreme (with channels) gurgled quite a bit...

Iceman · 03-10-2008, 11:26 AM

Quote:

Looks like they lost the channels (a good thing)

Look again Dave, the channels are there, they help make the boat more rigid as well as track. This yak tracked very nicely forward and backwards (I like back trolling for halibut......takes me back to my walleye fishing days

)

Rear view.......turn your monitor on it's side......I am too busy

wavster · 03-10-2008, 11:59 AM

Thanks. I see them now. They look a little different than last year's extreme.

I'll check it out at Fred Hall SD.

cabojohn · 03-10-2008, 12:00 PM

Q. How do you mount the motor on the X13?

lol

Zed · 03-10-2008, 12:24 PM

I like the rod storage. No excuses about trying it out now. Standard stubborn ass excuse, not withstanding.

Just an idea, but you could plug the drain, add a bubbler, and Clay's got a jacuzz. The new pimp fishin style.

Iceman · 03-10-2008, 02:31 PM

Punk kid was talking alot of smack about how fast her ride was.......we ran for pinks

no competition, so I tried to even it up SUP style.

......77 degrees.....feels like Summer!

nmbrinkman · 03-10-2008, 03:20 PM

I'll trade my fish n'dive for one.... C'mon, straight across. Ok, ok, I'll let you throw in a kayatank and a carbon fiber paddle if you feel too bad about stealing my kayak from me.

I really do like that kayak though.

Brian Sanner · 03-10-2008, 05:00 PM

Saw it at the show, the one thing that really stood out to me was the large rectangular dive well behind the seat, alot of options there tank and storage wise. The overall length is nice. Looks like it could be a fast boat. Nice talking to you at the show as well Andy.

Dan · 03-10-2008, 06:44 PM

Let me know if it passes the "jeans on" bird rock test. lol

Matt · 03-11-2008, 06:15 AM

Damn that thing looks good!! Here's hoping they follow thru on the threats and make that slightly longer one with the extra back hatch!!! Then I will buy one fo' sho'!!!

EdCal · 03-13-2008, 10:02 PM

Hey Andy
are the X13 color options the same as earlier Malibus or are there new colors or custom requests? btw i liken your camo one

Ed

Iceman · 03-14-2008, 08:05 AM

Same Malibu Kayaks color options...........I want one in sand.

Jim Sammons LJKF · 03-14-2008, 09:49 AM

Obviously the rods were put in there on dry land standing next to the kayak. How difficult is it on the water, and how tough is it to get to the hatch to flip it back ?
Have they come up with a better hinge or attachment for the hatch?
The boat does look good, but seems to have a few things to work out, as all new kayaks do.

Iceman · 03-14-2008, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Obviously the rods were put in there on dry land standing next to the kayak. How difficult is it on the water, and how tough is it to get to the hatch to flip it back ?
Have they come up with a better hinge or attachment for the hatch?
The boat does look good, but seems to have a few things to work out, as all new kayaks do.

This is not the production model, prototype just to get the design out. The hinge will be recessed and the hatch will be removable. There will also be a spring arm to hold it open. The drain hole will be a threaded plug. There will be a gasket and several options for the hold. Cut out with no bulkhead like on the X and Extreme, cut out with a edging on it to eliminate sharp edges and a couple deck plate type hatch options.

Jim Sammons LJKF · 03-14-2008, 10:34 AM

I look forward to seeing the finished product.
Ready by Del Mar????

PerryC · 03-14-2008, 07:40 PM

Andy,
It is a very sweet looking ride. Too bad someone doesn't make a small rectangular hatch with a single T-Handle on it, or a couple of latches like a pelican box has. That could possibly be another option for a small hatch in the tankwell or confined area. When I'm over bassin' I'll stop in for a peek. TC&TL,
Perry

lambadmin · 03-17-2008, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Iceman

Rear view.......turn your monitor on it's side......I am too busy

lol

Look Masta - I DID IT!!!!

You can actually do that, edit the image after you uploaded it in your gallery... and flip it clock wise or CCW...

The logo on the side is freaky though...

03-10-2008, 09:09 AM	#1
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,943	Malibu X 13 more photos I have one of the prototypes at the Sunset Beach location, come on by and test paddle it in the harbor. I will be taking it out in the surf very soon, hope to have some video and pix. Don't write off the rod storage. I easily got 4 inside. The first was an 8.5 Inshore the last my 9 foot jig stick. You just slide em in guides up, turn over and slide the next. This screw hatch is not likely the only alternative. Production on these is supposed to be full swing in 2 weeks. The hull is ready, but hardware and rigging is all being worked out. We sold 4 at the show and are taking orders at Sunset and Pt Loma. __________________ Last edited by Iceman; 03-10-2008 at 09:29 AM.

03-10-2008, 10:43 AM	#3
bluesquids Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jamul, CA Posts: 243	Oh, I didn't know the front hatch is like that. Makes for a dry inside if you submarine the nose. Can it still be cut out and open like other models? Is there a X-15 in the works? __________________ Thanks, bluesquids

03-10-2008, 02:31 PM	#9
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,943	Punk kid was talking alot of smack about how fast her ride was.......we ran for pinks no competition, so I tried to even it up SUP style.......77 degrees.....feels like Summer! __________________

03-11-2008, 06:15 AM	#13
Matt Support your local pangas Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lj Posts: 976	oooooooohhhh weeeeee Damn that thing looks good!! Here's hoping they follow thru on the threats and make that slightly longer one with the extra back hatch!!! Then I will buy one fo' sho'!!!

03-13-2008, 10:02 PM	#14
EdCal Junior Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tustin, CA Posts: 6	color options? Hey Andy are the X13 color options the same as earlier Malibus or are there new colors or custom requests? btw i liken your camo one Ed

03-10-2008, 10:24 AM	#2
aguachico Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 719	Congats on the new hull and design. I like the bow shape.

03-10-2008, 11:07 AM	#4
wavster Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Encinitas Posts: 562	Looks like they lost the channels (a good thing). How does the new "tri-keel" design sound? My last extreme (with channels) gurgled quite a bit...

03-10-2008, 11:59 AM	#6
wavster Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Encinitas Posts: 562	Thanks. I see them now. They look a little different than last year's extreme. I'll check it out at Fred Hall SD.

03-10-2008, 12:00 PM	#7
cabojohn PROBATION Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 656	Q. How do you mount the motor on the X13? lol

03-10-2008, 12:24 PM	#8
Zed BANNED Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: W of 5 Posts: 1,265	I like the rod storage. No excuses about trying it out now. Standard stubborn ass excuse, not withstanding. Just an idea, but you could plug the drain, add a bubbler, and Clay's got a jacuzz. The new pimp fishin style.

03-10-2008, 03:20 PM	#10
nmbrinkman Work Sucks! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 559	I'll trade my fish n'dive for one.... C'mon, straight across. Ok, ok, I'll let you throw in a kayatank and a carbon fiber paddle if you feel too bad about stealing my kayak from me. I really do like that kayak though.

03-10-2008, 05:00 PM	#11
Brian Sanner Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 48	Saw it at the show, the one thing that really stood out to me was the large rectangular dive well behind the seat, alot of options there tank and storage wise. The overall length is nice. Looks like it could be a fast boat. Nice talking to you at the show as well Andy.

03-10-2008, 06:44 PM	#12
Dan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,053	Let me know if it passes the "jeans on" bird rock test. lol

03-14-2008, 08:05 AM	#15
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,943	Same Malibu Kayaks color options...........I want one in sand. __________________

03-14-2008, 09:49 AM	#16
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	Obviously the rods were put in there on dry land standing next to the kayak. How difficult is it on the water, and how tough is it to get to the hatch to flip it back ? Have they come up with a better hinge or attachment for the hatch? The boat does look good, but seems to have a few things to work out, as all new kayaks do. __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

03-14-2008, 10:34 AM	#18
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	I look forward to seeing the finished product. Ready by Del Mar???? __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

03-14-2008, 07:40 PM	#19
PerryC Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Orange County Posts: 13	Kayak Andy, It is a very sweet looking ride. Too bad someone doesn't make a small rectangular hatch with a single T-Handle on it, or a couple of latches like a pelican box has. That could possibly be another option for a small hatch in the tankwell or confined area. When I'm over bassin' I'll stop in for a peek. TC&TL, Perry __________________ Visit us online at All KayakFishing.