Ask A Pro
Welcome to Ask a Pro, powered by Team JK!
Ask a Pro puts you in direct contact with our team for any and all questions regarding our kayaks. Our team is the best source of details on our kayak builds, which boat is right for you and how to improve your experience on the water. So let them have it!
How it works
Below are three links to three different forms. Each form sends an email to that specific team. We manage a full list of JK Team volunteers who will get each and every email. The first person on our team with an answer for you will reply. If you have followup questions, simply reply and that new question will go to the entire team as well.
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Please choose the appropriate Team for your question:
- Whitewater Questions – (http://jacksonkayak.com/ask-pro/ask-pro-whitewater/)
- Fishing Questions – http://jacksonkayak.com/ask-pro/ask-pro-fishing/
- Exploration Questions (Rec / Touring) – http://jacksonkayak.com/ask-pro/ask-pro-exploration/
Hi, after tipping my sit in fishing kayak a few years back and almost drowning in frigid temps, my main concern for buying a new Yak is the tipping point and stability for side to side movement. I’m fairly tall at 6′-2″ and weigh 270 so I have a high center of gravity. What would you recommend for my use? Speed is not a concern and standing is something I probably will never attempt at my height, size and age. Thanks!
Why the max paddler weight rating on the Tripper and not the Kilroy? I am 6’3″, 270 and am looking fore somethg more budget minded. Would the Tripper work the same as the Kilroy?
hey,
I’m 5’9″ 161 lbs and was wonder if i can fit inside the new rockstar 2016 medium, what do toy think?
thanks!
Looking for a skirt that will fit the Jackson 1.5. Any ideas on who could supply one?
Two questions please: Is there a good rudder (feet steering) available for the Cuda LT? Has anyone put a Torqeedo 403 on a Cuda LT?
Got a 2017 Mayfly late last year. What do I do about draining the hull? Can’t imagine loading or unloading when its full of water. Concerned about rain storms during travel. Does a drain plug have to be installed? Seems it would be standard equipment considering how essential it would be.
Hey, just bought a Hero second hand and i’m wondering what size is the cockpit so i can buy a new spraydeck for it. any help would be great. thanks
Quick sizing question on the Nirvana. I’m 6’3″ 195 lbs, size 13 feet… I’m thinking the Large over the Medium right? Thanks!
I AM NEEDING TO ORDER 2 ORI0251 IN STONE WITH CUSTOMIZED ART, IS THERE A MINUMUM I NEED TO ORDER?
Rockstar 4.0 recommended paddler weight & height? Also, available colors? Thx, Richard
I’m looking to purchase a karma traverse. I weigh in at 185 lbs. Should I get the Traverse 9 or 10???
Good morning. Hoping that you can point me in the right direction. Primarily on the Lehigh river,PA and mid Atlantic rivers only 6-10 times a year. Using pirouette s for around 10 yrs and I like it as a river runner up to class 4. It rolls well. I can surf it with occasional 180 spins. I am looking for a comfortable,stable boat that’s more river play and possibly a replacement. I’m 5’8″ 190 lbs with size 9 1/2 shoe. I’m leaning towards a 4fun or mixmaster. Because I don’t get many padding days, I am wondering how big the learning curve may be. I’m not paying much attention to some of your slightly longer, low volume stern boats because I feel that they might be too similar to the pirouette. Ultimately, I’d love to demo a bunch. Maybe I should be concidering other options. What are your thoughts?
what creek boat should I use at 5’1 ,100 LBS and thirteen years old
how do i get a custom colour on a boat ?
thank you
I am 5’5 and 135pounds. My gear is about 10 pounds (life jacket, helmet, throw bag, skirt, medical kit). I love the jackson 2fun but wonder if I am better off with the jackson fun. Any advice is appreciated.