Ascend 10 T Bass Pro 2017 Kayak Review/Stand Test

[@johnmoring4596]

Dude, thanks for addressing the standing up issue. I'm 6'2" and 225lbs and was trying to decide on the 10 or 12 footer. I spend 95% of my time in the river and love kayak fishing and want to be able to stand up but can't in my 10 foot Perception Pescador. Thanks for the video and it looks like I'll be getting the T12.

[@screamoemoangel599]

I loooooove this yak. Can fit all of my fishing and camping gear. It took some getting used to balancing but after 3 times out I can stand right up in it like I was on solid ground. I stand and fish casting lures all day long. I can even stand eith both feet on one side of it and take a leak off the side. Granted I am 5' 7" and 130lb. But I am sure larger guy can stand just as well if you have good balance. Just maybe not on one side like I do.

[@dylantyler2829]

Same... Was awkward on my first trip out. But by the second time i was standing and casting as if i was on a bass boat.

[@markheidema3699]

We bluegill fish small to medium lakes in SW Michigan. I'm 5' 10" and 200lbs. Will this be good for a guy my size? Tks for posting, great review!

[@cashkrause3199]

i would like to buy this kayak, do you suppose you could put a stand up casting bar on it in front of the seat?? Thx great review.

[@poorboysjustice]

Great review! I just purchased one a couple weeks ago, desert storm color way as well... posted a short video on my channel. Tight lines!

[@jaymcwethy9026]

i looked on your channel and didnt find it, did you ever do a video on this kayak with a duck hunting setup?

[@Adam5576]

It was a while ago you posted this video, hopefully your still tracking and answering questions, I was wondering if I'm using this more just to have fun paddle around with kids, would a kid be able to sit in one of the storage areas with a cushion pretty easily without effecting to much functionality?

[@popps48]

I have this exact kayak. It is a great platform to fish from. It is not fast but very stable. The seat is very comfortable. Great buy.

[@crazzzymike13]

Hey I just ordered the same kayak. I'm not a big guy at all I'm 5ft 163 pounds. You think for a smaller guy like me I'd be able to stand In it pretty easy? I'm ready to get mine and get on the water!

[@NickyKDChaleunphone]

What's your take on this Kayak, I am thinking of upgrading from a Lifetime Tahoma Kayak to this one. Is it worth the Upgrade.

[@bigymike808]

Nicky K.D Chaleunphone i just bought & i love it especially for the price got it on sale 10% off from a manager $438.00

[@colindomaschofsky9313]

I would like to see that chair with you laying in layout position. I've been steering away from sit on tops until I saw this

[@Madbusop718]

Great video, purchased the same kayak about 5 weeks ago and yesterday was my second time out and I'm truly amazed on the stability but my problem was the 1st time out I flipped twice being an idiot launching from an unstable area and lost 3 scupper plugs.

[@Larry77777]

Hey Eric: Foam practice golf balls make great replacement scupper plugs.

[@johnmiranda2842]

Hi great video. Can the Ascend 10T can be used in the Ocean or is just for the Lake only ..

[@Cowboy684]

hell no

[@jbirdfishes]

i keep leaning towards this kayak out of the sub $500 ones. the huge open plan of it is a game changer. seems like a great cheap option for a yak

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Justin Cherry yeah it’s a great kayak!! I’ve recently been duck hunting out of it and it’s working great for that!!!

[@cesarzepeda5744]

do you have issues with water coming in through the scupper holes? I weight 200 lbs and the moment i put a small cooler on the back the stability of the kayak kinda sucks? any thoughts and water seems to come through. Any thoughts? Maybe try golf balls?

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Cesar Zepeda I haven’t had any issues with water coming in. I weigh the same as you. Maybe try adjusting where you put your seat as well as really pushing the plugs in.

[@davidsokay]

Would you feel comfortable on this in some very deep lakes. I thought about Lake Carter's which is over 300 feet deep? Is it that sturdy?

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

David Greene wether it’s 8’ or 300’ you can’t touch bottom. I have fished deep water in it.

[@joeray5394]

What about 350 foot lakes? Lol

[@StormLaker]

So did you ever get around to building the blind for this?? Link to that video? I'm looking at the 12' version for fishing/duck hunting- the back deck looks like it has some good room for a bag of decoys and other items.

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

StormLaker1975 I’ve bought the kayak blind from Bass Pro... I had to make a few mods to make it fit. Though it hangs over the ends a bit it works great

[@StormLaker]

@@jareddavisoutdoors3908 Thanks! I just took a look at the blind...looks like it's designed for the 12T. Does the blind have brush straps on it like a layout blind (like I use field hunting)? This looks like a good little rig for the potholes we hunt up in NW Iowa. How comfortable is that layout seat in that rig? I'll have to show this to my father-in-law, my #1 hunting/fishing buddy. We love hunting over water, but with no dog, and both of us middle/senior age these might be just the thing to get us back out hitting the potholes like we did when both of us were younger..and when he still had his dog- the good ol day's:-).

[@DaileyLife]

Very nice review. I've been going back and forth between the 10t and pescador pro 10 but there is a 200 price difference to might just get the 10t. Bass pro just hasn't had them in stock and with the hurricane it probably will be even longer. Would you recommend the 10t over the pescador pro 10? I'm also concerned about loading this thing to the top of a mini van since I'm not putting racks on my Challenger lol.

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Dailey Life if it were me in your shoes I'd have to think about a few things. Will you be mainly on big water or rivers? Do you want to stand? How much gear do you have to store? What's your budget? For me all those questions were solved by the Ascend. Good luck 👍🏼👍🏼

[@DaileyLife]

Jared Davis Outdoors I will mostly be doing inshore fishing. Standing is a plus. Most of the fishing will be in a harbor along mangroves or structure in Placida FL, Boca Grande, and Punta Gorda. I'm definitely attracted to all that open deck space. I would need room for a cooler and possible a bait bucket and other gear so I'm leaning towards the 10t

[@96katana]

Michael Dailey for the cost of a new 10t you can most likely find a used 13ft kayak with a paddle and maybe life vest, that will handle bigger water way better then this little yak. I got a full package deal on a trident 13 for 500 bucks. That kayak I would trust in ANY water. And it is easer to load a longer kayak on the roof of a car. Short kayaks with steep angles leave you lifting most of the weight. You get a 13' yak put the bow on the roof then slide the rest up. It's super simple and you will never have to lift the whole kayak. Get a old bath mat and put on the edge of the trunk lid so you don't scratch and your all set.

[@yellowzapper]

Awesome video. Qq, whats your height and weight, from the video it looks like the yak is a bit small for your size when you stand up on the deck.

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

yellowzapper I’m 6’1” and around 200lbs in this video. It’s about the right size, I do wish I would have gone with the 12’ yak but due to my storage space I just couldn’t swing it. When compared to guys fishing from 12’+ yaks my 10’ probably look small.

[@yellowzapper]

@@jareddavisoutdoors3908 Well i am four inches short and 40lb lighter so i think i will do fine with this 10ft model. Thanks for the quick reply, i will check my local bps this year, they usually have a spring sale around march or april.

[@kdhartman44]

Great review! Would you classify this as a beginner kayak?? I'm not a great swimmer and don't want to spend a lot of time in the water!! :-) I will be using it for fishing and exercise in a small lake. Thanks!!

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

kdhartman44 thanks!!! This would be a great choice!!!

[@kateymeyer2596]

like to just kayak/float down creeks and rivers without fishing. I think I saw you and others mention it doesn't stay on course very well. Can you maneuver it very well on the move? When we float sometimes there can be currents and you need to paddle/steer to get out of the way of things. Can you do that efficiently/safely in this one? Would you recommend this kayak for just kayaking and floating?

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Katey Meyer yes!! I kayak rivers all the time in it. There are better river yaks, but this kayak is a great all around fishing/floating yak.

[@kateymeyer2596]

@@jareddavisoutdoors3908 Would it be slow paddling?

[@teresajames5192]

Is this kayak hard to paddle? I know you said it lacks speed and sometimes tracking ability but my mom wants a kayak and I want it to be easy to paddle for her. She wants one for fishing inshore so I saw this one. So in your opinion would it be hard for her to paddle or is it good?

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Teresa James it is somewhat hard to paddle compared to a river fishing kayak. I can’t really say for your mom though. It paddles ok but has great stability. Since this video I have experimented a little seat placement vs paddling and tracking. The further my seat is forward the easier it is to paddle. Hope this helps some.

[@jeremythomas9134]

Excellent review

[@americanairgunhunter]

Is it awesome :) Good review.

[@fishingvibestv]

Where the best place to buy accessories for this kayak and how do I no what does and doesn't fit ????

[@Kebhere]

I am looking for a sit on top so I can take my Labradoodle with me . It looks like enough room between the legs and up front . He will be a big dog, do u think with his weight up front that will help with the paddling and such? Right now he is about 45 # looking to be about 90 # dog . What you think? ( ps I have an fs10 sit in and love it ! Just not enough for the both of us)

[@armchairgangstac907]

KBT lifetime Yukon 116 is the best $500 yak

[@erickjaramillo799]

Where Buy this sit of kayak?

[@phillips7024]

If you remove the pocket in the cubby is there disk in the hull

[@kayakback300]

I’m contemplating buying a Ascend 10t... How does it do on the river? I will be using it in class II and small class III rapids

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Kayak Back I don’t know that I’d feel real comfortable on that kind of water

[@Cowboy684]

I'd rather ride a piece of driftwood tbh. i just returned mine.

[@georgealexander4407]

Ik this is an old vid but do u recommend this yak for a first time kayak angler

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Hooked On Florida for sure!! This is a great yak for anyone. I wish I would have saved the money in the beginning and just started with this one!!

[@georgealexander4407]

Jared Davis Outdoors thanks man definitely gonna b picking one up soon

[@javieralmaraz2896]

How much is it worth with taxa?

[@skidoc2go]

I need to paddle at about 2 to 2.5 mph, how easy will that be? I am trout fishing, trolling

[@dalovehall]

Good review was debating on the 10ft and the 12ft bout to buy the 10t soon

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

dwight little awesome man!!! If you're wanting more stability I'd spend the extra $100, but that's just me.

[@dalovehall]

Jared Davis Outdoors yeah i think i can handle the 10ft more easy im 6'2 210lb just dont want to be cramp tho is it comfy?

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

dwight little you shouldn't be cramped in the 10' there is ample room!! My only thing is I like to stand and fish. While I can stand in my 10' I can't fish. The longer the yak the more stability you get. At least that's what I've found in the research I've done.

[@dalovehall]

Jared Davis Outdoors cool thanks for the info!

[@christopherrushing2092]

Does it take on water without the plugs?

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Christopher Rushing I weigh 215 lbs, it does take on water when I sit in it.

[@skydouglas996]

When he’s standing up it’s very sketchy, and he’s just trying to stand, not cast or play a fish. I have 2 of them and I’m 6’ 210# and I don’t feel stable trying to stand on it. That being said, they are good for lake fishing…if it’s calm.

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Very sketchy standing up 😂. I only stood once, to get a lure out a tree. I have fished calm lakes in it. But if you have room the 12t would be a better bet.

[@0rbit7]

Great video

[@fishingvibestv]

Wtf is the deal with the scupper plugs do they come with it or what I'm new to this and this seems to be the best yak in my price range just don't want to waste my money

[@screamoemoangel599]

FISHINGVIBES BaltimoreCountyFishingGroup they did come with it.

[@mikeyo2365]

I just bought one. The scupper plugs come with it. They are for drainage. You might get a little water coming up through them but its normal. Once i got used to it i was able to stand no problem.

[@garypic4083]

Could you say AWESOME

[@Hankxiong]

How do you like it now?

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Hank Xiong still fishing it!!!

[@Hankxiong]

Awesome thanks will be buying one this spring. Getting ready to be on small boats vs bass boats!

[@yandypadron2290]

This is the best kayak

[@250zxSkeeter]

We just purchased this for my wife and it looks really stable. But my 17 year old son first tested it and said it wasn't that stable and not stable enough to stand and fish. My wife tested it and said it wasnt that stable and she wouldn't dare stand in it! I then took it out with just a pole and life jacket and definitely not a stand and fish kayak. It wiggles when you sit in it let alone when you try to stand. I did catch fish out of it and it does have lots of room, but I'm not happy at all with the stability. I wish I could have test paddled kayaks prior to purchase. These are just my two cents worth....

[@cbr6864]

Agree horrible yak....mine takes on water like crazy. I can stand in my cheap lifetime kayak but no way in this. Was violently shaking when I stood up.

[@mikeyo2365]

Dont forget the mounting rails

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Mike O'Hara are you talking about the trac system used for mounting things?

[@mikeyo2365]

yes

[@the101dad]

I bought mine and it sunk first go....

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Lol you’re doing it wrong 😂😂😂😂

[@spacecowboy_1]

Does anyone know why my 10t doesnt have the fish next to the 10t ?!???

[@ryanmozisek6464]

hey ernie, mine is the same way, they must have taken them off for the 2020 year

[@spacecowboy_1]

:( thats too bad

[@Jmans247massathon]

That did not look 'stable' at all, lol.

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Jonathan Massie Haha... I stood up.... you be the judge on the rest!! 😜

[@beatnuts323]

Would you recommend for ocean ? Harbors ?

[@jareddavisoutdoors3908]

Subaroo I would personally take it out. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Cowboy684]

maybe harbor. these things arent super stable and they drag heavily in the water, so one bad current and you might be having a struggle fest to get back.