Scott Ferguson Posted February 17, 2011 Report Share Posted February 17, 2011 This is a brand new kayak. Your choice of colors, $1,000 value to be sold to the highest silent auction bidder at this year's Bronzeback Blowout. Check theses videos about this prize that was donated. A video on it's features: PURCHASE BLOWOUT TICKETS IN ADVANCE TO BID ON THE JACKSON KAYAK- Click Here! As usual, this year’s Blowout is shaping up to be another unbelievable event. One of the great prizes that was generously donated by Jackson Kayak is the brand new (shipping this month) Coosa Kayak Elite. This boat was designed by professional kayak angler, Drew Gregory and has tons of special features that make it a must have boat. The ISA will have a Coosa Elite at the Blowout to bid on under silent auction. You will be able to check out all the features and if you have the winning bid, you don’t have to take the kayak home. You will have your choice of ordering the color you want and have it shipped directly to your home. The Coosa Elite retails for $1000 GOOD LUCK! Lots of other great prizes are shaping up so don't miss this year's Blowout! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Don R Posted February 18, 2011 Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 Can I start the bidding at $600.00? Well, of course I can't but I certainly would if I were able to make this year's Blowout. This is one sweet ride! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Clifford Posted February 18, 2011 Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 Yeah, I got to see this at the Rosemont show, watched the videos and I'm wishing my tax refund wasn't spent before I have it. This is a super sweet river runner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S. Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Thought this was an honest review from two good ol' boys at River Bassin. The review starts at 01:35. Interesting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim J Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 After my first watch through.... 1. Guy didn't know how to use the rod holders before using it so he had to say "oh never mind". If you're going to do a review, know something about the thing you're reviewing first. 2. Guy was wearing tight fitting, stiff waders while trying to stand up. Try wearing tight fitting waders and standing up from a chair. You will find the same difficulty. 3. Guy decided to try to stand up in a kayak for the first time and wasn't thinking he should maybe get to the shallows before he stands up? Not really too bright on that. I don't think I'll be taking mine out in water over my waders the first time I try and stand up in it. 4. I bet the first time most people try that they will feel a bit tippy. As with most new ventures there will be a learning curve. Ever see some first time canoers? They have the same sense of tippyness while experienced canoers know that it's not nearly as tippy as new people think. They just have to get used to that feeling and sense of balance. 5. Notice how the second guy (a sr.) stood right up, first time with no problem? Quite a big difference in those two guys sense of balance and what they were wearing. One guy struggles to get up and be balanced and the other guy stands right up. 6. Last time I looked, I didn't notice any fast running shoals in our midwestern rivers. 7. Standing is optional. Just because it was designed with a wide platform for standing doesn't mean you have to. If you're more comfortable sitting, keep your a** seated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim J Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 I may have to refresh my YMCA lessons first... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim J Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 I don't think you've noticed how spry I am... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Trybul Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 It looks like a pretty nice solo watercraft to me. For a watercraft designed specifically for the fisherman I don't think you can do much better for the price. I would think the ability to stand up and fish would be a huge advantage for the flyfisherman. 63 pounds is pretty heavy if you have to portage it any kind of distance. I'd rather have a Old Town pack at 33 pounds if I had to portage a solo craft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonn Graham Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 I just finished putting my Coosa up on the truck for the first time. I got the camo color and she is going home with me tonite. Yahoooo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 After my first watch through.... 1. Guy didn't know how to use the rod holders before using it so he had to say "oh never mind". If you're going to do a review, know something about the thing you're reviewing first. 2. Guy was wearing tight fitting, stiff waders while trying to stand up. Try wearing tight fitting waders and standing up from a chair. You will find the same difficulty. 3. Guy decided to try to stand up in a kayak for the first time and wasn't thinking he should maybe get to the shallows before he stands up? Not really too bright on that. I don't think I'll be taking mine out in water over my waders the first time I try and stand up in it. 4. I bet the first time most people try that they will feel a bit tippy. As with most new ventures there will be a learning curve. Ever see some first time canoers? They have the same sense of tippyness while experienced canoers know that it's not nearly as tippy as new people think. They just have to get used to that feeling and sense of balance. 5. Notice how the second guy (a sr.) stood right up, first time with no problem? Quite a big difference in those two guys sense of balance and what they were wearing. One guy struggles to get up and be balanced and the other guy stands right up. 6. Last time I looked, I didn't notice any fast running shoals in our midwestern rivers. 7. Standing is optional. Just because it was designed with a wide platform for standing doesn't mean you have to. If you're more comfortable sitting, keep your a** seated. [/quote and furthermore..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonn Graham Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 Here is a proud owner of the coosa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S. Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 Here is a proud owner of the coosa. Looking forward to your product review! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Kast Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 Looks pretty stable sitting on the ground! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fredmo Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 Looking forward to your product review! I want to see you do the 360 degree jump! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregg S Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 There is no perfect kayak. This one is made for stability and comfort, not speed or portaging. That is why everyone needs 2 or 3 kayaks! Gregg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregg S Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 I am looking at a kayak from Point 65 North (that is the company). They make kayaks that you buy in pieces. Two pieces is a solo kayak, add a third piece for tandem. At end of day, take the pieces apart and put them in the trunk. Gregg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonn Graham Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 Well, Greg, you might be right about having multiple boats. I now have three. A tandem canoe for guiding, a super light solo canoe, and now the Coosa. I think I have all my bases covered. I think you might be surprised how fast the Coosa actually is. I bought the Coosa primarily for the opportunity to stand. Fly fishing from a canoe is really not fun. With the coosa, fly fishing should be much easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Trybul Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 I am looking at a kayak from Point 65 North (that is the company). They make kayaks that you buy in pieces. Two pieces is a solo kayak, add a third piece for tandem. At end of day, take the pieces apart and put them in the trunk. Gregg Interesting concept. I would worry about leaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Trybul Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 I did check out the point 65 site. Leaking shouldn't be a problem since they are self bailing sit on tops. Each section is its own air filled chamber that snaps together. Now my only concern is bouncing into a mid-stream boulder and my kayak splitting in 1/2. I still don't think I could fit one in the trunk of my Honda Civic. If I could, it would be awesome for lunch break fishing or short trips after work without the need to stop at home and get geared up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Dodge Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 That Coosa looks real nice but I guess it depends on the kind of rivers you are fishing on. I use to think that I made a mistake by not getting a yak but each year I seem to grow to love my 'toon more and more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavin Posted February 28, 2011 Report Share Posted February 28, 2011 Finally saw a Coosa in person at the Alpine Shop in STL yesterday..it sits pretty nice and its a well thought out design..Bought the only thing that I didnt like was the shallow can holder. Long wait to get one at the moment though. The one they had was sold,,,and the forecasted wait time was 6 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Don R Posted March 1, 2011 Report Share Posted March 1, 2011 the only thing that I didnt like was the shallow can holder. Do you mean the seat? Oh wait, not that kind of can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavin Posted March 1, 2011 Report Share Posted March 1, 2011 The seat is fine for my narrow butt, I just dont want to spill my beer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Ferguson Posted March 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Finally saw a Coosa in person at the Alpine Shop in STL yesterday..it sits pretty nice and its a well thought out design..Bought the only thing that I didnt like was the shallow can holder. Long wait to get one at the moment though. The one they had was sold,,,and the forecasted wait time was 6 months. The waiting time is 6 weeks, not 6 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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