Opinion or thoughts on the Santa Cruz Raptor

[Sdspeed]

This looks like nice stable fishing platform. The reviews I've found seem pretty positive. Anybody here have any time with one of these?

[bus kid]

Welcome to BWE, It was discussed a while back. Havent seen anyone on one, ever in person.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ptor%26quot%3B

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ta+Cruz+Raptor

[Sdspeed]

Thanks for the link, I was really interested in their new SOT model but it appears they haven't established much of a dealer network yet. May have to take a roadtrip to go check them out and bring back a hands on report.

[bus kid]

Originally Posted by Sdspeed

Thanks for the link, I was really interested in their new SOT model but it appears they haven't established much of a dealer network yet. May have to take a roadtrip to go check them out and bring back a hands on report.

I didn't see that there is a SOT thanks for the pic, now I wonder how well the overflow from the bait tank drains with the pump in the only scupper hole?

[Sdspeed]

Originally Posted by bus kid

I didn't see that there is a SOT thanks for the pic, now I wonder how well the overflow from the bait tank drains with the pump in the only scupper hole?

That's a good question, here is the site with a intro video and the specs.
I'm new to this so I'm trying to keep an open mind and look at as many options as possible. it would really be nice to speak to an owner vs. a company rep that's why I reached out to everyone here.

http://www.santacruzkayaks.com

[Baitman]

Hey guys, This popped up on the radar, so I'd like to toss in my input and answer any questions. I'm the company rep. Well actually I'm the designer, assembler, and general all around shop boy too.
The SOT has been in production only a couple months now. I just delivered one to a guy in San Diego area a few weeks ago. I can check to see if he's on this forum and ask for his input. A few others recently sold up along the central coast... but no dealer network down there, yet.
The bait tank overflow is directed outside the storage well. There is still room around the pump for water to drain, it's not sealed, just fitted in loosely.
I've only used it for live bait once, Anchovies stayed lively all day. I mounted the switch inside the center console. Ideally it should be on a timer, as I kept forgetting to turn it on. What I like about it most is it makes a great storage locker for , lunch, bait, tackle,,, etc. keeping things dry inside. The four rod holders are nice too.
We just put the new website online last Friday night. There's some links that will direct you to others reviews. I can't agree with all of them, but ,,, that's the way it is.
We're also on Facebook now, so if you check that out,,, " Like " us.
Thanks, Jim

[seriola_killer]

Originally Posted by Sdspeed

Thanks for the link, I was really interested in their new SOT model but it appears they haven't established much of a dealer network yet. May have to take a roadtrip to go check them out and bring back a hands on report.

Where do the pedals go?

[tacmik]

Think I saw Luke Skywalker in it.

[PE.rider]

Looks like a Tholian space craft from Star Trek...

http://www.shipschematics.net/startr...webslinger.jpg

[FlyFishinYakr]

Originally Posted by bus kid

Welcome to BWE, It was discussed a while back. Havent seen anyone on one, ever in person.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ptor%26quot%3B

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ta+Cruz+Raptor

I also saw the post and was thinking about it. I also remember wondering since wider Yaks are harder to paddle due to extra drag, I wonder if it wouldn't be equivalent to paddling a Cobra F'nD' or other wide body kayak.
Just my .02,
FFY

[Sdspeed]

Originally Posted by FlyFishinYakr

I also saw the post and was thinking about it. I also remember wondering since wider Yaks are harder to paddle due to extra drag, I wonder if it wouldn't be equivalent to paddling a Cobra F'nD' or other wide body kayak.
Just my .02,
FFY

I'm new to this community and haven't decided on a kayak yet so that's what peeked my interest in this new deign and why I brought it up again. I wasn't aware it had been discussed yet. Not really that much wider if at all than other kayaks being used for fishing. Being a newbie I worry about stability. anyway these are the spec's from their website, It'd be nice to get a demo but I'm not going north in the near future.
Features:

• Optional Live Bait Tank with scupper recess to fit the Attwood live bait pump.
• Patented Design : wave piercing bow with a wide stern for enhanced stability.
• On-Board Storage: gasketed center hatch, bow storage for over sized gear
• Optional Storage: dual access hatches at pontoons
  
• Self Bailing Scupper Holes
  
• Adjustable Foot braces
• On deck recess to hold fishing poles/spearguns and paddles

Specs:

• LENGTH: 13' | 3.35 m
• WIDTH: 34" | 77.5 cm
• WEIGHT: 60 lbs | 24.5 kg
• WEIGHT CAPACITY: 360 lbs | 163 kg

SUGGESTED RETAIL: $950.00 USD

Available Colors: Mango, Yellow, Sand, Stealth Gray, Camo, and various mixes