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Triple

11-03-2014, 07:40 PM

mortyb

12-03-2014, 06:27 PM

Triple, I have been looking at them as well and a few appear to be sold. Keen to know from anyone if they are OK.

Gon Fishun

12-03-2014, 06:35 PM

Check the negative comments of the seller.

Triple

12-03-2014, 08:18 PM

Check the negative comments of the seller.
Yeah saw them, But after doing a bit of research, quite a few of the cheaper ones and some of the expensive ones too had leaking hatches and its nothing that a bit of sikaflex won't fix. Sold over 620 and only 4 complaints and 2 of them may have left the plugs out..

What about these?- http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SWORDFISH-Fishing-Kayak-only-from-Kustom-Kayaks-/121209889184?pt=AU_Sport_Boating_Water_Sports_Wate rcraft&hash=item1c38ac21a0&_uhb=1 Slightly different design, better seat but smaller rear compartment area but bigger hatches and NO leccie motor bar mount position like the other one.

Mike Delisser

12-03-2014, 10:14 PM

Yeah saw them, But after doing a bit of research, quite a few of the cheaper ones and some of the expensive ones too had leaking hatches and its nothing that a bit of sikaflex won't fix. Sold over 620 and only 4 complaints and 2 of them may have left the plugs out..

What about these?- http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SWORDFISH-Fishing-Kayak-only-from-Kustom-Kayaks-/121209889184?pt=AU_Sport_Boating_Water_Sports_Wate rcraft&hash=item1c38ac21a0&_uhb=1 Slightly different design, better seat but smaller rear compartment area but bigger hatches and NO leccie motor bar mount position like the other one.

These look pretty good guys, I might get one myself.
He has them for sale for $399 but I notice he also uses the Ebay "Make an Offer" function.
If you check out his feedback (perfect BTY) you'll see he's sold a few for $360, that could be his bottom line. It wouldn't hurt to try as it could save you $30.
Cheers

Triple

26-03-2014, 01:09 PM

Thought I should add -
Just picked up a pair of the Swordfish yaks in US jungle camo 8-) - http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SWORDFISH-Fishing-Kayak-only-from-Kustom-Kayaks-/121209889184?pt=AU_Sport_Boating_Water_Sports_Wate rcraft&hash=item1c38ac21a0&_uhb=1 - Took awhile to get them as communication back and forth regarding pick up and invoicing from him takes a day or two for each response. Yet to test them out fishing but they float in the pool :D and quality looks pretty good out of the packaging, One yak was missing a screw in the rear bunghole (and didn't exist as there wasn't even a hole for it) which was easy fixed and I went over and gave all the screws a bit of a tighten.

One thing to do is tip the yak up on its nose and open the front hatch and collect all the plastic shavings from the holes that the factory has drilled and keep them as they will come in handy if you ever need to fill a crack or a hole that you have drilled as they it will be colour matched to some degree.

Anyone want more pics/measurements of these ones or see/use one in person before you purchase just let me know..

Mike Delisser

26-03-2014, 05:50 PM

What did you pay Triple?

rtp1984

26-03-2014, 06:14 PM

Please give a report once you have given it a run mate. I have always resisted the urge to by a yak because I'm sure it would only get a handful of runs a year, but at that price it might be worth a go.

Thanks
Rob

tunaticer

26-03-2014, 06:47 PM

Factory Tackle Outlet is now selling the same kayaks by the looks....check their FB page.

Triple

26-03-2014, 07:58 PM

Mike, Paid $389 each, more than I wanted but tried making lower offers and all rejected and had to use another account to buy them as I didn't know you can only make 3 offers and in the scheme of things no biggie..
The factory tackle ones look similar but don't have the raised moulded bit in each end for the handles (I like that the raised versions as it has a bit more meat there and won't pull any screws out when I hang it in the shed from it). The two peice paddle is a bit cheap/thin feeling but will see how it holds up but is as expected for the price.

scuttlebutt

02-04-2014, 01:07 PM

Nicko_Cairns

02-04-2014, 10:40 PM

It has camouflage paint so it must be excellent 😉

Phoenix

27-04-2014, 10:45 AM

A kayak of that size might be ok in the mangroves by it'd be slow as. The longer the yak the faster it is, the wider the more stable, but also it will slow it down a bit.

Seriously - why would you want a camo yak???

Fish don't see the same way we do, so that's a mute point.

I'd suggest a kayak that people can see on the water. Waterways are getting busier and busier all the time, and a kayak sits very low in the water. A guy in NZ was recently run over by a tinnie.

And if I needed help, then I'd want people to be able to find me.

I own an Ocean Kayak Prowler 13 and am going to upgrade to an prowler ultra shortly.

Overall - I'd say your money could be better invested.

Triple

27-04-2014, 01:06 PM

A kayak of that size might be ok in the mangroves by it'd be slow as. The longer the yak the faster it is, the wider the more stable, but also it will slow it down a bit.

Did you read my first post as to where I wanted to use them.. Any longer and I wouldn't of been able to turn around in some of the waters I've taken it already..

Seriously - why would you want a camo yak???

Cause options were bright white with blue or pink or cool as f#*k camo :) and with reflective glare off the water I really wouldn't want any more bright colours down in front of me to reflect off. It may or may not be an issue but did I mention its cool as f$&k camo :)

Fish don't see the same way we do, so that's a mute point.

I'd suggest a kayak that people can see on the water. Waterways are getting busier and busier all the time, and a kayak sits very low in the water. A guy in NZ was recently run over by a tinnie.

And if I needed help, then I'd want people to be able to find me.

Like I said, did you read where I said I wanted to use them.. Not many tinnies hooning around where I've been paddling. If you are relying on the colour of your yak to be found then you are in past your waist in the sh@t and should of had better backup safety plans. If I was to go ocean/bay yakking then yes a bigger brighter yak would if been on the cards.. But they are sub $400 yaks with seats and paddles to start off with and keep me entertained in the local creeks when its blowing in the bay.

I own an Ocean Kayak Prowler 13 and am going to upgrade to an prowler ultra shortly.

Overall - I'd say your money could be better invested.

When you start spending money like they want for prowlers etc on a yak that will only be used occasionally in the waters I've stated then yep, I'd say the sort of money they want for prowlers/Hobies etc would be better invested..

Triple

27-04-2014, 01:14 PM

see how you go. A mate has ones that look to have come from the same mould. I spent a few hours in one and it was so uncomfortable I thought about swimming home. Absolute torture on the back. Sure they suit some bodies though.

Been out a few times now and haven't had any back issues, arm muscles that I haven't used in years are a different story though..

wrip109

30-04-2014, 06:51 AM

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I bought one from E-bay in September 2013 and collected it from the Gold Coast.

I bought it for stability rather than speed. I have pulled in a few bass over 50 cms from it.

Mainly fished Colleges Crossing and Billies Bay for bass. I sold my 14 foot boat to buy the kayak and I try to get on the water three times a week.

Just yesterday i caught a bass and a yellow-belly over 40 cms. Just about to go out again.

The seat is great and I love the paddle. I don't like the windy days but that is because it is hard to fish and paddle which is not the yak's fault.

I carry mine on top of my little Corolla and it drives like it was not there.

Would not have been able to use my boat on Wivenhoe because of the two stroke engine, even though it was almost new. My kayak uses clean power (me)

4x4frog

30-04-2014, 12:13 PM

I picked up one of Dream Kayaks in red camo late last year.
Only got out in it a couple of weeks ago.
For what I paid and the speel the guy gave me in the ebay ad and on the phone, I thought, yeah, should be OK.
I went to Wivenhoe with 2 mates for a paddle one afternoon last month.
Best $450 I have spent in a while. Mine came with 4 rod holders, 2 oversized storage holds, one rocket launcher rod holder, paddle and better seat like those pictured.
It is actually very well set up for fishing. The rods when trolling while paddling were out of the way. It was dead easy to paddle an comfy to sit in and cast as well.
Can't recommend that size of 'Yak enough. (no, I don't work for them) LOL.
Didn't get any fish but had a great arvo on the water.

http://www.dreamkayaks.com.au/default.asp

wrip109

30-04-2014, 02:20 PM

Mine is the same as yours but a different colour. It was a bit cheaper too (Maybe because I went for a drive and collected it)

Caught another 40 cm bass today so if nothing else the kayak catches fish :)

Try this:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/STEALTH-KOMPACT-Fishing-Kayak-only-from-Kustom-Kayaks-/121222660014?pt=AU_Sport_Boating_Water_Sports_Wate rcraft&hash=item1c396effae

I think $339.00 all up from Browns Plains.

scorpo92

30-04-2014, 05:05 PM

http://www.kayaks2fish.com. check this site out. Saw the ad during ifish

woulsy

06-05-2014, 07:50 AM

Bought a dream kayak 12 mths ago.. landed a giant herring after 40min fight on first weekend.. awesome for any creek canal fishing.. bit slow and small for open water but wood be ok in close on glassed out day.. for the money u cant beat it... would love a hobie but for the money id prefer a small tinnie to take the young blokes out...

wrip109

28-06-2014, 07:46 AM

A bit hard to see on the photos but it already has some fittings so that you can easily install a leccy motor. http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Fishing-K...eb30c07&_uhb=1

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I originally put a 54 lb motor on, as in the photo, but now I have a 30 lb thrust and it is a lot better.

I have seen some wonderful designs that do the same thing, but isn't it nice when they design the yak to take the motor in the first place?

scorpo92

28-06-2014, 05:50 PM

wrip109

28-06-2014, 08:11 PM

Same as mine I don't think you will be disappointed...

McKnight

28-07-2014, 09:35 AM

I had a quick look at the tackle shop near me, they have a bunch of yaks out the front for sale. They look exactly the same as the ebay ones for almost double the price, without the adjustable rod holder. Everything else down to the seat looks the same. I think it even had 'Dream' on the side.

ashh

05-03-2015, 09:07 PM

They are imported from os most likely China, there's a few different ebay sellers selling the exact same kayak and the prices vary considerably, I bought one myself but found a kayak store in Dover drive Burleigh selling them, $380 very well spent.
Absolutley love the stealth of a yak silently drifting around, been chasing and doing very well in the bass in some local creeks. Can get into some very skinny water, if you can't tell I'm a big fan.

ozscott

12-04-2015, 08:59 AM

If you want a good quality Yak at a cheap price with great support see the Brisbane River Boys at Dragon Kayaks at Riverhills. I have no affiation. My mates and i have purchased 7 yaks all the 2.8m off them and couldnt be happier. I checked out some 60-80 skins cheaper but they were made with recycled plastic and lower grade stainless and were about 3cm narrower...wasnt worth the saving in my view.

Cheers

ozscott

12-04-2015, 09:06 AM

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/11/bd48a2d7db6de900a19e3006f0aa7043.jpg

Mine is the blue one...12 pound leccy with 35ah AGM.

ozscott

12-04-2015, 09:11 AM

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/04/11/4b6cad258866c9dfecce244f16d503de.jpg

Battery just gets ratchet strapped through under handles to stsinless d rings. The alloy bar is the engine mount. Because the battery is wedged up using the angle alloy and seat bulkhead once strapped down i can turn the yak over and battery stays put. Cheers

Cheers

Feral

13-04-2015, 05:14 AM

Good for the price that is..
Anyone have one of these style ebay ones? Any major issues? Will only be used on the odd occasion in creeks and canals if the winds are too much for boating in the bay so I can still get away from the missus and kids for a few hours without trekking through the mud or crowds landbased...
Cheapest I can find -
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Fishing-Kayak-Sit-on-Kayak-with-5-Rod-Holders-Luxury-Padded-Seat-Paddle-Camo-/330959096839?pt=AU_Sport_Boating_Water_Sports_Wate rcraft&hash=item4d0eb30c07&_uhb=1

For the money it is hard to go past these for a bit of fun and a splash about. Freak Kayaks is another mob in this range who I hear people are happy with their purchases. Bloke at work got a pair of those cheap dragons a while back, apart from not being able to get his electric motor setup on it to his satisfaction (just to small I suspect) he has a ball with it when he goes camping with his kids.

ozscott

13-04-2015, 07:40 AM

I looked at the Freak Sports ones. Guys there are helpful but their yak was slightly shorter and a little more dosh from memory. If you look on YouTube the dragon boys have both sizes on there with leccy motors on, and one clip has twin leccies on the bigger yak which looks like a hoot. I was tossing up whether to get the big Sea Hunter but very glad I didn't...I mainly use mine for Rivers and the little one allows me to get in close to snags and to retrieve lures etc...plus dead easy to get on and off the truck or trailer. Dragon also sell and even cheaper one $350 or so...but they don't recommend them and the difference between those and the $420 jobbie is obvious when they are side by side.

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