OK Trident Ultra's Now at OEX Mission Bay - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Hunter (The 80's Man) · 12-14-2011, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Iceman

These are imported from New Zealand, hence the added expense.

Just curious, whats up with New Zealand? I know Cobra is making several models of their kayaks there also. Are they a large market for fishing kayaks or what?

Iceman · 12-15-2011, 07:06 AM

I currently do not have a scale to weigh these, so can only go by the published weights

http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/ang...ent_ultra_4.3/

http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/ang...ent_Ultra_4.7/

I think New Zealand's proximity to Australia is why.

dsafety · 12-15-2011, 08:48 PM

Add a couple peddles and I might be interested.

When I read this post, I started thinking about Apple versus the rest of the tablet and phone market. Most of the competitive products are miles ahead when it comes to taking advantage of the latest technology but the Apple stuff just works and the customers keep coming.

The same can be said about Hobie versus the rest of the kayak world. Hobie hulls and fishing-related design aspects are usually a few years behind the rest of the industry, just like Apple. Fortunately for them, they have the Mirage Drive. Without that, or something that works as well, I cannot see any reason to be looking for a new ride any time soon.

Bob

dorado50 · 12-15-2011, 08:56 PM

Ocean Kayaks are the best! I need the new model. It's good to have the best of both worlds sometimes.

rogersmith · 12-20-2011, 12:30 PM

just saw these boats at the store and I can say they are awesome. Great design features, and robust construction. Love the hatches, both forward and center line hatch with the rotating feature. Almost overbuilt, thick gaskets and super strong carry handles. Can't wait to try one out.

Iceman · 02-09-2012, 10:10 AM

The Ultras have a ton of cool features. Works great with the Lowrance Scupper mount.

PAL · 02-09-2012, 08:05 PM

We've been playing with the 4.3 in this winter's larger surf. Those curvy lines are built for fun.

12-15-2011, 07:06 AM	#2
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	I currently do not have a scale to weigh these, so can only go by the published weights http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/ang...ent_ultra_4.3/ http://www.oceankayak.com/kayaks/ang...ent_Ultra_4.7/ I think New Zealand's proximity to Australia is why. __________________

02-09-2012, 10:10 AM	#6
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	The Ultras have a ton of cool features. Works great with the Lowrance Scupper mount. __________________

12-15-2011, 08:48 PM	#3
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,122	Add a couple peddles and I might be interested. When I read this post, I started thinking about Apple versus the rest of the tablet and phone market. Most of the competitive products are miles ahead when it comes to taking advantage of the latest technology but the Apple stuff just works and the customers keep coming. The same can be said about Hobie versus the rest of the kayak world. Hobie hulls and fishing-related design aspects are usually a few years behind the rest of the industry, just like Apple. Fortunately for them, they have the Mirage Drive. Without that, or something that works as well, I cannot see any reason to be looking for a new ride any time soon. Bob

12-15-2011, 08:56 PM	#4
dorado50 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: La Jolla Shores Posts: 1,626	Ocean Kayaks are the best! I need the new model. It's good to have the best of both worlds sometimes.

12-20-2011, 12:30 PM	#5
rogersmith Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 465	just saw these boats at the store and I can say they are awesome. Great design features, and robust construction. Love the hatches, both forward and center line hatch with the rotating feature. Almost overbuilt, thick gaskets and super strong carry handles. Can't wait to try one out.

02-09-2012, 08:05 PM	#7
PAL Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 754	We've been playing with the 4.3 in this winter's larger surf. Those curvy lines are built for fun.