As I've gotten older, I've had more and more anxiety/panic issues on the water. I found your video here by accident, and is comforting to see I'm not the only one. You had me hooked when you mentioned your anxiety. Thank you for being honest and upfront here! Your review has given me more confidence in getting out there.
@drewsoutdoorreviews3 ай бұрын
It’s made all the difference in the world for me in using this kayak. Never a concern of flipping, including wind gusts and boat wakes, and can relax while out there. I hope you’ve had a chance to check them out.
@lyslebasinger73812 жыл бұрын
Used mine over 20 times. Mounted at rear. No paddle interference. Great stability for the money. On 14’ oldtown twin heron canoe.
@drewsoutdoorreviews Жыл бұрын
I would have liked to be able to mount mine further back. Definitely great stability.
@pegasus67242 ай бұрын
Simplicity works, and they have made you happier , if you can , fill your kayak hull up with pool noodles it will make the kayak unsinkable you will feel even more safe
@survivorjohnny44 Жыл бұрын
2 points 1st thank you for your service.i could tell you were an old salt even before you said sailor for life 2nd the real world struggle was worth the watch just for the warning value and instructions
@drewsoutdoorreviews8 ай бұрын
Thanks much!
@AugmentedAlex2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you're doing more reviews again! I really like your straight-forward and informative way of explaining things.
@drewsoutdoorreviews2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that and hope to do more in 2022.
@UncleDunk2 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for letting us in on your journey. Looking forward to using my pontoon system.
@drewsoutdoorreviews Жыл бұрын
Thanks and I hope you enjoy!
@pegasus67242 ай бұрын
Glad you feel safer
@geezerpleasers_OG2 жыл бұрын
Great to see you doing another informative review!
@drewsoutdoorreviews2 жыл бұрын
Thanks much. Got plans for more reviews and content in 2022, Lord-willing.
@EscapingTheCity2 жыл бұрын
Great review. Thank you for this, I appreciate you! I just bought a used fishing kayak (Lifetime Teton 100 angler) and was looking at these and similar brands. It's a good kayak but not the most stable, and I'd like some peace of mind to know I'm not going to flip out there. I also fish a few areas where I have to enter the boat via a dock, and it's so easy to flip while getting in and out. I like that the crossbars and hardware are all metal. And if those floats ever deteriorate then you could probably get some foam floats and PVC joints to replace them with (or just buy replacement inflatable floats). A little pricier than a DIY option but you get less headaches and anxiety in return so I guess it's worth it!
@drewsoutdoorreviews Жыл бұрын
Thanks and I absolutely agree with you 100%. Have fun out there and be safe.
@TexasPapa137 ай бұрын
Loved the starboard and port trick to remember.
@drewsoutdoorreviews3 ай бұрын
Helped me get around my ship. 👍🏾
@SRH420ful Жыл бұрын
My outriggers are on the way and thanx so much for the heads up on paddling interference range
@drewsoutdoorreviews8 ай бұрын
My pleasure.
@YourNextCast2 жыл бұрын
Hey drew, great video. I like the inflatable kayak. Good review. Can't wait to check out a few more videos.
@drewsoutdoorreviews2 жыл бұрын
Thanks but thankfully it’s just the pontoons that are inflatable. The kayak is hard plastic. Tight lines. 👊🏾🎣
@garyning75012 жыл бұрын
Those looked like they really worked when you help me get my lure back!
@drewsoutdoorreviews2 жыл бұрын
The wind picked up just before I came across and the stabilizers really added peace of mind. I wouldn’t have even been able to lean over and unsnag your lure otherwise. Glad it worked out. 👍🏾 🎣
@kylem33737 ай бұрын
No new videos in the past couple of years? I just found your channel and enjoyed the useful reviews and tips.
@drewsoutdoorreviews3 ай бұрын
I know…I know… 🫤 I’ve been wanting and meaning to but life kept getting in the way. I’ve had to prioritize income over hobbies. I retired early this year so hopefully that means I’ll have more time and energy to make more videos. Just need a couple more things to line up. Thank you for the encouraging words though. It means a lot and I appreciate it. 👍🏾
@suesturges602211 ай бұрын
Did they continue to loose air? There are others made of plastic I might buy for son who fell out of his in cold water and air was about 35 degrees. Thank you for the test! November 29, 2023
@drewsoutdoorreviews8 ай бұрын
No. They stay inflated for the most part.
@TexasPapa137 ай бұрын
Been looking at getting these for when I fish off the beach. It gets pretty sketchy a mile off the beach down in Galveston.
@drewsoutdoorreviews3 ай бұрын
Did you get them? Definitely can imagine them being useful in those waters.
@TexasPapa133 ай бұрын
@@drewsoutdoorreviews not yet. I’m still trying to get used to my kayak without them.
@TexasPapa137 ай бұрын
I would figure some pipe straps from Home Depot would work. Shaped more for this application than what comes with it.
@drewsoutdoorreviews3 ай бұрын
Probably. Just more work but I know that’s not an issue for everyone.
@JohnLee-ud2gmАй бұрын
For future reference. An impact driver is really not a drill.
@PatrickFordyce-b7c6 ай бұрын
You should have sprayed water on the pipe to put the floaters on it
@drewsoutdoorreviews3 ай бұрын
Yeah.
@JohnLee-ud2gmАй бұрын
Should have put a washer under the rivet head.
@drewsoutdoorreviewsАй бұрын
@@JohnLee-ud2gm they’re kayak rivets that include rubber gaskets. Never had any leaks.
@JohnLee-ud2gmАй бұрын
@@drewsoutdoorreviews Oh ok my bad.May want to put something over the rod in center of kayak to help prevent the rod moving.Just extra stability.
@timwilliams63211 ай бұрын
You still don't have the bar installed right across the back. It should swoop down toward the outriggers.
@drewsoutdoorreviews8 ай бұрын
It adjusts fine once underway.
@jamesrice47318 ай бұрын
It would help if you read the instructions . They still aren’t on correctly.