Description Fleet and surely one of the finest in touring craftsmanship, the new Kodiak is designed to balance the counter-purposes of speed, carrying capacity, stability and comfort. The 17’ Kodiak features a Tr...
Reviewed by: Robin Roberts(Unregistered User)
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Paddler
Price Paid:
$0.00
Summary: I'm not a big plastic kayak fan mainly because they're too slow for me but thats not the case with the Kodiak. I was going in to pick up my composite and when I got there it had not arrived yet so I was given a Kodiak to paddle for the day. All I could say was WOW, what an amazing boat. Roomy, very comfortable and fast. Everything one needs. I'd buy one in a heartbeat.
Similar Products Used: Used the Seayak a few times, worst boat in the wind I've been in yet without the rudder. Foolish to get one of these without a rudder. Bad in the wind and small cockpit, that's about the only bad thing about it though, everything else is very nice.
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Summary: Great touring boat: designed to maintain good speed all day while hauling a LOT of gear. I've heard it said the Kodiak is the fastest plastic boat and have no reason to doubt it.
Tracks well with little or no weathercocking but turns fine if you learn to edge it. I've never felt the slightest need for a rudder.
Solid construction and many nice design features: neoprene hatch covers under hard plastic covers keep storage hatches dry; handy deck netting; easily adjustable footpegs with pivoting rudder controls; VERY comfortable adjustable seat (with cup holder); adjustable thigh braces. Seat and thigh braces adjust with a hex key that's securely and cleverly stored in the seat.
Both initial and secondary stability are good enough for almost everyone to be comfortable.
Large keyhole cockpit allows me (6'1" with long legs) to easily get my rear in first and then pull my legs in. More importantly it allows you to vary your position on those long paddles.
Only downside: heavy boat, probably around 65#.
I also have a Seayak and the Kodiak tracks better and weathercocks less; however, it's not as nimble. The Kodiak is more of a Lincoln Town Car and the Seayak is more sporty.
Overall, an excellent touring boat you won't outgrow. Might be overkill for day paddling in lakes, but it's still a lot of fun whereever you go.
A very nice boat that should last for a long time. Check out the on-line review in seakayakermag.com.
Customer Service: Matt has always treated me right.
Similar Products Used: Prijon Seayak; Feathercraft Kahuna.
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Reviewed by: mprystauk(Unregistered User)
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Paddler
, from NJ
Price Paid:
$1200.00
at Jersey Paddler
Summary: The Kodiak is my first kayak. I got it onto the water the other day and felt comfortable in it within a matter of minutes...and this was my first time kayaking in almost five years with minimal experience. I was able to easily maneuver through the numerous trees which protrude from Monksville resevoir in New Jersey without the use of the rudder. It clearly does is not made for fast turn; however, it seems quite capable when set on it's edge.
Overall it is comfortable, stable and fast. It is well constructed and appointed, (I did a lot of research before purchasing and decided on a Prijon based primarily on its blow molded manufacturing process). I look forward to many years of paddling and exploring with my Kodiak.
Customer Service: N/A
Similar Products Used: Consider a Necky
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Reviewed by: Joseph Bragen(Unregistered User)
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Paddler
, from manasquan, nj, usa
Price Paid:
$1200.00
at jersey paddler
Summary: The Kodiak by prijon is an excellent kayak. It performs very well in rough
and calm water. It also has an amazing
amount of storage area. I had been a canoer for about 10 years before I purchased the kodiak. I am new to the kayak world and the kodiak is very forgiving. It is a good boat to learn on.
Customer Service: I have not had any problems with the boat
so customer service really isn't an issue.
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Reviewed by: breeliz(Unregistered User)
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Paddler
, from Elmhurst, IL
Price Paid:
$1500.00
at Chicagoland Canoe Ba
Summary: This is such a fine boat that I bought two of them. I bought the boats soon after they were first announced. I had to wait for one to come in from Germany. I have taken them on Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Georgian Bay, several local rivers and lakes. I have tricked the boats out with electric bilge pumps and custom rigging. As they stand now, they are amongst the best sea kayaks around. They are extremely durable, expedition boats. They have ultra high capacity while maintaing good speed in the water. Indeed, the Kodiak likes to be heavily loaded. I think they perform even better loaded than empty. They roll easily and have many excellent safety features... thick, well-sealed bulkheads that don't leak... great double hatch covers... full perimeter lines... netting fore and aft of the cockpit... gas-pedal style rudder system that allows you to both brace on the footpeg and use the rudder at the same time... customizable, removable, bolt-on thigh braces. The boats track well without the rudder. The rudder locks them on course in following seas or high winds. The seat is very comfortable and there is enough space behind the seat for our bilge pumps, hose, and several stuff sacks. The cockpit is very long (36") allowing larger paddlers to easily slide in. You can pull your knees up which is a very nice comfort feature. The bottom line is that in a very competitive market, this boat excels. Other paddlers have reviewed it with similar comments. It is an outstanding boat that is fun and safe.
Customer Service: I have had excellent response from the folks at Wildwasser. They are knowledgeable and service oriented.
Similar Products Used: I have paddled in several other kayaks, both whitewater and touring boats over the last 20 years.
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