Blue Sky Boatworks 360 Angler Walk through + On the WATER review
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- čas přidán 28. 05. 2024
- For those who want a boat specifically designed for fishing, the 360°Angler sits comfortably between the bass boat and the kayak without compromising space, comfort, accessories, storage, stealth and the ability to get to those skinny/shallow waters the big boats can't. The Angler has gear tracks for rod mounts, comes with rod holders, has hull storage for rods and tackle boxes and much more.
Length: 13'4"
Width 48"
Weight: 140 lbs (w/o seat & drive), 170 lbs (with seat & drive)
CAPACITY: 500 lbs
CONSTRUCTION: Rotomolded Polyethylene, anodized marine grade aluminium.
ABOUT THE FLEX DRIVE
Jackson Kayak has designed a patent-pending prop-driven pedal system which allows for hands-free forward and reverse propulsion for kayaks. Named the Flex Drive, it consists of a daggerboard-protected tri-prop propeller which, combined with unique articulation of the prop system, gives the Flex Drive increased performance over other drives and helps keep the system clear of obstacles and easy to clean. Jackson Kayak’s Flex Drive System can quickly adapt from deep to shallow water navigation without having to move the main pedal drive unit.
The Flex Drive is easily deployed with the flip of a lever, has adjustable pitch prop blades and a 12:1 ratio. An interchangeable electric motor-driven head unit is in development as well for release at a later date.
Come check us out at OKC Kayak (220 N Western Ave) or Tulsa kayak (411 S 1st St) to see this boat in person and try it out!
You did a great job with the review. All good content without a bunch of unnecessary dialog.
So nice great video and yes this is the boat i have been waiting for !!!!
Well done!
Id like to see it in the ocean too. It looks awesome¡
Good design, good to add a motor😊
Outstanding demo of the Blue Sky Angler. I’m salivating. Tell me about your trailer, it looks collapsible. Thank you!
Yes the trailer is a Yakima rack and roll 78. the wheels can be popped off and the trailer can stand on its end for easy storage.
Nice review, When I get mine its going to get a foot controlled trolling motor on the bow and a honda 2.9 on the stern, I fish some big waters in florida, need to move quick to get the fishing spots, also well be taking this to the florida keys, that well be the big test.
sc1212able that will help you to get away from the gators too, I hope.
Been fishing in a 10 foot kayak in lakes infested with alligators, never had any problems
Nice little rig you got there OK for fresh water and shala such but you wanna go out the ocean need something a little larger as well as 5 horse kicker capability that would be super
How does it turn while pedaling in reverse? I demoed a Coosa FD and I was disappointed by the rudder control as well as its inability to turn when going backwards. The rudder control looks much nicer on this boat!
Could you explain where to put a transducer for fish finder? I’m thinking of getting this boat but want a fish finder
Buongiorno , bellissima idea ! Esiste un distributore Blue Sky Boatworks 360 anche in Europa ? grazie
What trailer is that? I need one for a 360.
What type of pfd are you wearing?
So what's the difference between the Angler and the Escape?
What trailer is that?
I think this looks awesome! Are you considering coming out with a two-seater?? My son and I are looking for a two-seater model...
Hey Daniel, they already make the two-seater. Here is the link for you: store.blueskyboatworks.com/360-tri-cat/
gd for sea fishing ?
was that vibration coming from you pedaling or background engine noise ?
Background engine noise... Apparently, at the lake I went to a group of PWC (essentially jet skis) guys set up a track and have practices out there. I now know for next time to pick a day thats a bit calmer!
I really do like this Blue Sky 360..........but it's not "the only small fishing craft this stable". The Twin Troller X-10 is every bit as stable, if not more so. Two 220 lb men can stand on the same side tray of the Twin Troller, and it will not capsize. I own a Twin Troller, and it really is everything they claim it to be, and then some. But as I said, I really do like the Blue Sky 360. If the Twin Troller didn't exist, I would jump all over the 360. Mr. Jackson did a great job on this craft.
Thanks for the info. I didn't know about the twin troller until now. I suppose I was speaking for the boats that we have in store! I will definitely check out the twin troller though. I think the boats are just in a different category more so; which goes to show that the bluesky is really stable if it's comparable to a 2-man boat!
That's ok, a lot of people still don't know about the Twin Troller X-10 ( or they simply refuse to believe what they see & hear in all those videos ) because it is manufactured, marketed & sold "factory direct only" through the parent company: "Freedom Electric Marine". The Twin Troller is now going on 11 years of being available. (I am NOT affiliated with the company, I am only an extremely satisfied owner. This boat ROCKS in so many ways. ) So "advertising", marketing and information is "slow to get out" due to 1 small company, that has a manufacturer in Indiana that can crank out as many Twin Trollers as needed to meet future demand. The fishing community simply has to catch on. Kayaks have tons of market backing & exposure due to RETAILERS all over the nation. It's a shame that many kayak owners or guys wanting a high-end kayak get so sore about the Twin Troller. Don't get me wrong, I really dig several of the kayaks that are NOT priced up above "$3,000"......like the Hobie's. The Blue Sky 360 is an exception of course, for obvious reasons. I just wish people would understand that when a man or a team invents a boat like no other, that is a true game changer, and flat-out better.......then that man or team has THE RIGHT to make those claims. But guys everywhere get all bent out of shape. It's childish. Check out all the real owner reviews on the Twin Troller website. Many bought high-end kayaks BEFORE they discovered the Twin Troller. And I'll give ya 1 guess what they wound up doing. I will be doing perhaps the best "3 part series" review about how I rig my Twin Troller within the next 10 days or so, on fellow Twin Troller & friend's youtube channel: "Lunker012". That is "Gerry". He bought a Hobie PA14 first too. We have arranged for him to post my videos on his channel soon. I "invented" the best "modification/accessory" for the Twin Troller to date.......and I doubt it will ever be topped. It's that good. It takes the already great Twin Troller and makes it far better. What is it? I can't spill the beans until "the big reveal" on my videos as mentioned. Most TT owners will want to make themselves one for their boat too. I will be including measurements & instructions on the "device". Every video & claim you see about the Twin Troller is 100% accurate & true. I've owned mine for nearly 2 years now. LOVE IT. And I've owned quite a few boats in the past including 2 different bass boats. You are a nice & honest guy. I respect that and just subbed your channel. Seriously, thank you for being kind & civil.......without "attacking" a Twin Troller owner like so many do. Tight Lines!!!
UPDATE: I have the video series completed for my Twin Troller and my "killer invention" for it. But posting the videos is being delayed a couple weeks, until Gerry gets back in town to post it on his youtube channel: "Lunker012". So for anyone interested, keep your eye on his channel. It may take him yet another week to get settled in back home, and then post my video.
What is brand/make and model of your trailer? Thank you.
The trailer used in this video would have been a Yakima Rack and Roll. They come in a 66" and 78" width. I believe the one in the video is the 78".
What kind of Trailer do you pull it with?
We use a Yakima Rack and Roll 78.
No close up of the prop when doing a review. No close up of how the drop down prop works. No close up of how the rudder works either. How shallow can it pedal on the water before the prop hits the bottom. Will the prop get stuck when used in the grass? How well does it track? No close up shots of the prop or rudder and no under water footage. Never mentioned the price. I’ve heard it runs about $3500.00 is this true? .
Let’s see it in rougwate off shore
Was told this vessel was not to be used in salt water? True?
This boat is great for salt or fresh water, if you use it on salt water just make sure to rinse off everything with fresh water when you are done to help prevent corrosion. The drive head is self contained and was made to use in salt water and not get salt water into the mechanism. Great question, let us know if you have any more.
Can it go off shore? Big waters..
It definitely has the stability and ease of pedaling to do so!
Can you mount trolling motor
Jackson is coming out with an electric option that turns their flex drive into a trolling motor! I'm sure you could mount some kind of traditional trolling motor if you have an older one lying around as well.
How about doing a video in saltwater in waves can it handle that
Unfortunately, there is no saltwater anywhere near us, or I would be chasing bull reds inshore or some other massive fish offshore. As far as handling waves, I think it would be ok, but not exceptional. It does sit kind of low so you might get some splash over when launching in surf. Once youre launched, I think it would be great out there if it were choppy because of how incredibly stable it is. As long as youre ok getting a little wet I think it would be fine. Like I said though, I cant get it in saltwater so i really cant give you a 100% for sure answer!
@@oklahomakayak6984 send me a boat and my son and I would be do a series of videos for you. We live .5 miles from the Gulf of Mexico... :-)
Daniel Nicholson we in okla don't need to know that. We fish in ponds rivers and lakes
2 questions: Is there a child seat option? Can the pedal drive be pedaled in reverse?
There's no specific child seat that I know of for the boat. However, it would be really easy to strap down a cooler (like an Orion or yeti) that has some padding on it for them! Also, the boat does go in reverse, just pedal backwards. That is one really nice thing about it, hands free reverse!
Thank you for your response! I like what I see and hear and will be looking farther into this option.
First comment! 😁
we need to see what you are talking about
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My review:
1) it's for one person.
2) Can't take G/F or dog.
3) Seat is too high.
4) It doesn't look fast.
5) Doesn't look suitable for rough water.
6) If the pedal system breaks down there is no other way to get back to shore. It's also too heavy, requiring a trailer. And, the price?
I love the height of the seat and yes it's only for one person and the boat is extremely stable and fast and I can afford it.
And another thing,who in the hell wants to flat on their Ass and legs,.Any older person would love to have this boat.
Bout as quiet as a tank.
It is honestly really comparable to all the other pedal drives on the market (minus the mirage drive). The mic audio just has some background fuzziness because its a cheaper mic! Wanted something that was expendable since it would more than likely get wet!
@@oklahomakayak6984 I hear what your saying about the mic but I've been next to one of these on the water and in my opinion they are create a lot more noise than our Pescador Pilot pedal drive kayak and of course our Hobie. The noise alone to me was a deal killer.
That's fair!
@@oklahomakayak6984 is it noisy if you use the electric motor?
Outboard motor on back would make this thing fly. Dude who gave review is on crack it's a catamaran not a kayak. Other thing good about this catamaran is you can take each side off and throw it on the roof. Options are nice. And he must of never been on a real boat there very stable.