Brooklyn Kayak Company - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

jbl_91762 · 11-02-2017, 08:44 PM

Came across this yak on CL in my area for only $600, Where Amazon is charging $800. Online reviews say its a good yak for the price and I'd have to agree thus far with all its features. So I am almost ready to pull the trigger so my son can join me. What I like the most is that its a raised seat and rudder! I had these features when I had my Vibe SeaGhost and being dry and able to use a rudder is awesome. Only downside is it weighs 70lbs. Also comes with a 5 year warranty. You guys ever hear about this company?

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/...348388068.html

Orca Winfrey · 11-02-2017, 10:11 PM

I’ve seen that CL posting too. The solo one is hefty for its length. I think getting something like a used OK Prowler or Wilderness Tarpon would be a better deal.

It’s interesting that they also have a pedal model on their website. Everyone is jumping in the bandwagon.

Iceman · 11-03-2017, 07:28 AM

There seems to be a lot of Made in China kayaks popping up..........I'd at least stick to Bass Pro Shops or Dick's ones that you can have some kind of local support when you have an issue.

Mahigeer · 11-03-2017, 07:40 AM

PM me about my 14' Malibu X-Factor for sale.

Lots of add-ons.

Iceman · 11-03-2017, 08:14 AM

Unless Native Watercraft is making their drives.....they took their product to China and said copy this.

monstahfish · 11-03-2017, 08:49 AM

As someone in the product development business, I feel like I should make you all aware of how pervasive the problem is with Chinese knock offs. They aren't just messing with notable companies like Native but even stealing from students. Basically if you come up with cool idea, they will steal it. Here's a good read on the subject. http://www.core77.com/posts/45291/Fl...esign-Knockoff

jbl_91762 · 11-03-2017, 08:49 AM

I not a big fan of China copying items, but hard to dismiss when prices are unbeatable for certain things. But so much is made over there now its hard to stay loyal. I don't mind the weight as my son can easily pick this thing up over his head 1 handed if he needed too. But almost all SOT kayaks that I've shopped for and have been PM'd about don't have a raised seat and I know from experience wet shorts and fishing aint fun.

O'sider · 11-10-2017, 08:49 AM

I know it's late to adding anything, but being new to kayaking and not knowing if I would like it or not, buying the BKC single for only $600 was a good way for me to break in. I've had it for only 2 months but have enjoyed being back out on the water. It has everything that I needed to start and I can add on. If I still enjoy kayak fishing in a year or so I'll be looking for nicer one. But to break in, and especially if it's for a son of daughter that might out grow it, its a sweet deal. And at that price you can always resell it and not lose too much. Not a popular opinion but it's mine.

smokie · 11-10-2017, 09:32 AM

Would you really consider having your child in a knockoff? I mean, kayaking and being on the water alone is dangerous enough sometimes and sure even brand name kayaks may have issues, but definitely less likely to be the case.

You gotta imagine that these knockoffs are cutting all kind of corners to shave a buck and might not have the best quality control, meaning all kinds of bad shit may happen.

I understand the budget aspect of it, but why not just buy a decent used kayak from reputable company for about the same price? I'd rather take used and reliable vs new and potentially unreliable.

11-02-2017, 08:44 PM	#1
jbl_91762 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 347	Brooklyn Kayak Company Came across this yak on CL in my area for only $600, Where Amazon is charging $800. Online reviews say its a good yak for the price and I'd have to agree thus far with all its features. So I am almost ready to pull the trigger so my son can join me. What I like the most is that its a raised seat and rudder! I had these features when I had my Vibe SeaGhost and being dry and able to use a rudder is awesome. Only downside is it weighs 70lbs. Also comes with a 5 year warranty. You guys ever hear about this company? https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/...348388068.html

11-03-2017, 07:28 AM	#3
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	There seems to be a lot of Made in China kayaks popping up..........I'd at least stick to Bass Pro Shops or Dick's ones that you can have some kind of local support when you have an issue. __________________

11-03-2017, 08:14 AM	#5
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	Unless Native Watercraft is making their drives.....they took their product to China and said copy this. __________________

11-02-2017, 10:11 PM	#2
Orca Winfrey Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: The I. E. Posts: 353	I’ve seen that CL posting too. The solo one is hefty for its length. I think getting something like a used OK Prowler or Wilderness Tarpon would be a better deal. It’s interesting that they also have a pedal model on their website. Everyone is jumping in the bandwagon.

11-03-2017, 07:40 AM	#4
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,897	PM me about my 14' Malibu X-Factor for sale. Lots of add-ons.

11-03-2017, 08:49 AM	#6
monstahfish Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 420	As someone in the product development business, I feel like I should make you all aware of how pervasive the problem is with Chinese knock offs. They aren't just messing with notable companies like Native but even stealing from students. Basically if you come up with cool idea, they will steal it. Here's a good read on the subject. http://www.core77.com/posts/45291/Fl...esign-Knockoff

11-10-2017, 08:49 AM	#8
O'sider Junior Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Oceanside, Ca Posts: 1	I know it's late to adding anything, but being new to kayaking and not knowing if I would like it or not, buying the BKC single for only $600 was a good way for me to break in. I've had it for only 2 months but have enjoyed being back out on the water. It has everything that I needed to start and I can add on. If I still enjoy kayak fishing in a year or so I'll be looking for nicer one. But to break in, and especially if it's for a son of daughter that might out grow it, its a sweet deal. And at that price you can always resell it and not lose too much. Not a popular opinion but it's mine.

11-10-2017, 09:32 AM	#9
smokie Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Posts: 63	Would you really consider having your child in a knockoff? I mean, kayaking and being on the water alone is dangerous enough sometimes and sure even brand name kayaks may have issues, but definitely less likely to be the case. You gotta imagine that these knockoffs are cutting all kind of corners to shave a buck and might not have the best quality control, meaning all kinds of bad shit may happen. I understand the budget aspect of it, but why not just buy a decent used kayak from reputable company for about the same price? I'd rather take used and reliable vs new and potentially unreliable.