Jackson Kayak "Cuda HD" Hot

Enough time probably has not passed yet to call the original Cuda design a classic, but who cares? To me it is. Jackson has taken this classic Cuda design and given it a facelift. 

As the kayak fishing industry grows, there's become a greater demand for kayaks designed with stability being a priority. While the original Cuda was a very efficient paddling kayak, only a few anglers felt stable enough to stand in it. Along with other new design elements that Jackson has started producing, it was time for the Cuda series to get an update. Enter the Cuda HD.

This new take on the Cuda features a much stabler hull, that still provides great paddling capabilities. It's as durable as any other Jackson (it can take a beating). The new Hi-Low seating design is very easy to use and now trims to give you more control of the boat. More rod storage than ever before including the new horizontal rod storage with built-in tip protectors. Marine Mat deck padding is included and they've added a dedicated scupper to house a transducer for fish finder set-ups. It is Power-Pole ready as well!

I put the boat through it's paces while down in the marsh and was quite impressed. The only downside to it, but it's a trending thing in most new kayak designs, is the weight. While not a huge issue for me, I can see how the weight would be an issue for some people.

All in all, it's a great kayak. Especially if you're fishing on slow moving flat water, or in the inshore marshes and bays.