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Kid’s Kayaks

  • Overview
  • Fun
  • Hero
  • Rocker
  • Star
  • Extras
  • Colors

2010 is “Get Your Kids Paddling Year” by Jackson Kayak. We are offering the Shooting Star and Side Kick kayaks for only $499 until May 1, 2010. Now is the time to get your kids their own new boat and start them into a life of fun.

Jackson Kayak has 10 kayaks specially designed from the smallest of kids to the time they become young men and women. When it comes to kids and kayaks, we know what works and what doesn’t. EJ has been teaching his own kids from the time they were 2 years old, and has coached hundreds of kids over the past few years. Kids need high performance kayaks that enhance their confidence and learning curve, helping them overcome the fear of paddling, learning to roll, etc.. They want to look cool, be a part of something special with those who are teaching them, and be able to show off their new skills with those who are an influence on them. Nothing compares to kayaking for giving a kid the self-image boost they all need growing up among attention seeking people. Good clean, long term fun for the kid and the parents. This is why we have so many models to choose from.

Don’t make the mistake of trying to find a kayak that they will “Grow into” over the next few years. Get one that fits TODAY, knowing that you’ll have a list of friends wanting to buy it second hand from you long before it is outgrown. Performance and fit are critical if you want a good learning experience. Check out the list below, and see the boats in action. Some of the photos show the boats being paddled by pro’s. Don’t be fooled, this is a good thing. A good boat gets paddled by the best boaters. Join me as one happy dad, spending quality time on the water with my kids.

 Nothing has brought more meaning to my life than being a part of raising my two children, Emily, and Dane. Kayaking is such a huge part of their confidence, their association with Kristine and I, and a teacher of so many of life’s lessons. The smartest thing I ever did as a parent (apart from marrying Kristine in the beginning to be the mom), is to introduce them to kayaking. We brought the Fun 1 and Fun 1.5 into the world to provide your kids, and mine, with the right kayaks for them to enjoy, learn in, and paddle along side of you. We hope you will enjoy your time with your kids on the water like I have!

Fun1

  • Length (inches): 5'3" (161 cm)
  • Width (inches): 20.0 inches (27 cm)
  • Height (inches): 10.5 (27 cm)
  • Volume (gallons): 26.0 (99 L)
  • Weight: 19.8 lbs (9 kg)
  • Max Inseam: 26.0 inches (67 cm)
  • Max Foot: Size 4.0 (mens)
  • Optimum River Running: 60 lbs (28 kg)
  • Optimum Playboating: 80 lbs (37 kg)
  • Optimum Overall: 70 lbs (32 kg)
  • Cockpit Dimensions: 15 1/2 x 28
  • Price US $: $699

Fun1.5

  • Length (inches): 5'9" (176 cm)
  • Width (inches): 22.0 inches (56 cm)
  • Height (inches): 11.5 (30 cm)
  • Volume (gallons): 35.0 (133 L)
  • Weight: 23.0 lbs (11 kg)
  • Max Inseam: 29.0 inches (74 cm)
  • Max Foot: Size 8.0 (mens)
  • Optimum River Running: 80 lbs (37 kg)
  • Optimum Playboating: 115 lbs (53 kg)
  • Optimum Overall: 100 lbs (46 kg)
  • Cockpit Dimensions: 17 1/2 x 31
  • Price US $: $699

New 2 Fun

  • Length: 6' 2 1/2"
  • Width: 2' 1/8"
  • Height: 1' 7/8"
  • Volume (gallons): 47
  • Total Range (lbs): 100-165
  • Ideal River Running (lbs): 100-145
  • Ideal Playboating (lbs): 120-165
  • Ideal Overall (lbs): 120-150
  • Price US $: $1049 for SL version, and $1,199 for Elite

Classic 2 Fun

  • Length (inches): 6'3" (191 cm)
  • Width (inches): 24.0 (61 cm)
  • Height (inches): 12.5 (32 cm)
  • Volume (gallons): 46.0 (174 L)
  • Weight: 26.6 lbs (13 kg)
  • Max Inseam: 32.0 inches (82 cm)
  • Max Foot: Size 10.0 (mens)
  • Optimum River Running: 120 lbs (55 kg)
  • Optimum Playboating: 150 lbs (69 kg)
  • Optimum Overall: 130 lbs (60 kg)
  • Cockpit Dimensions: 19 1/2 x 33 3/4
  • Price US $: $799

Side Kick

A true kids river runner is perfect for your little ones when you want some volume and stability in a small package that they can handle.  Don’t put your kids in big boats that they can’t learn and have as much fun in.   This is a well endowed kids boat with the bells and whistles of an adult boat.    Made with the Super Linear outfitting package, it adjusts easily and will last for a long time.   This is a small version of our Hero.
  • Quick and easy bulkhead adjustment.
  • Super Comfortable
  • Makes everyone feel like rolling champs
  • Makes rivers feel a class easier
  • Safe, durable, and great looking
Side Kick Specs
  • Length = 79” (or 6’ 7”)
  • Width = 22.25”
  • Height = 13.0”
  • Volume = 50 gallons
  • Weight: 27 pounds
  • Paddler range
  • Legs: 20”-32”
  • Feet: kids-men’s 9
  • Weight range: 40-120 pounds
Price: $799

Little Hero

Your best selling and performing new river runner, and instructional kayak line is finally complete! The side Kick handles the miniature paddlers, and the Hero handles the medium ones, but what about the Little ones? The Little Hero adds a 4th size, to fill the gap and give you a complete lineup of river runners! You can use these 4 boats as your workhorse for your kayak school and your staple “go to” boats for beginners and river runners.
  • Quick and easy bulkhead adjustment.
  • Super Comfortable
  • Makes everyone feel like rolling champs
  • Makes rivers feel a class easier
  • Safe, durable, and great looking
Specs for the newest addition to the Hero Family- the Little Hero
  • Length: 7’ 1”
  • Width: 24”
  • Height: 14”
  • Weight: 34 pounds
  • Paddler Size: 90-150
Price: $ 1,199

Punk Rocker

  • Length: 7' 8"
  • Width: 2' 1/2"
  • Height: 1' 2 1/4"
  • Volume (gallons): 68 1/4
  • Total Range (lbs): 80-165
  • Ideal creeking (lbs): 100-150
  • Ideal river running (lbs): 120-165

Shooting Star

The most decorated playboat in history comes in a size for your little one.    At this incredible “Get Your Kids Paddling” price of only $499 you can really make your son or daughter a happy paddler.     See Classic Star for more detailed performance information.
  • Length: 5' 1 3/4"
  • Width: 1' 8 7/8"
  • Height: 10 7/8"
  • Volume (gallons): 31
  • Price US $: $499

Star

  • Length: 5'9" (173 cm)
  • Width: 24.0 inches (61 cm)
  • Height: 12.25 inches (31 cm)
  • Volume (gallons): 46.0 (167 L)
  • Weight: 25.5 lbs (12 kg)
  • Max Inseam: 32.0 inches (79 cm)
  • Max Foot: Size 9.0 (mens)
  • Optimum River Running: 100 lbs (46 kg)
  • Optimum Playboating: 130 lbs (60 kg)
  • Optimum Overall: 120 lbs (55 kg)
  • Cockpit Dimensions: 19 x 32 1/2
  • Price US $: $1049 for SL or $1199 for Elite

Accessories:

Instructional Materials:

SUPER LINEAR (SL) COLORS:

MULTI COLORS: These are the multicolor boats that you see on the retail floor. If you order an Elite multicolor, the colors and pattern are determined by our molding staff, resulting in an almost unlimited array of possibilities, some bright and bold, some subtle. If you want to specify your own colors and/or pattern, then you want a "custom multicolor". You can mix any of the colors you see here and you can give us a description of what you want your boat to look like. We are not able to mold extremely complex patterns. Have your dealer contact Jackson customer service if you have questions about what is and is not possible. A custom boat adds $75 to the price of a boat. This charge is the same for any solid or multicolor custom.

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SL standard multicolors are similar to what is shown here, but each will vary somewhat. Any other SL multicolor is a custom. Any custom, solid or multicolor, adds $75 to the price of the boat.

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