Kayak Review - Jackson Coosa

I purchased an original Jackson Coosa kayak a few years ago after looking at many different kayaks. I found that this kayak had stability, fishability, adequate storage, and comfortability for my style of river fishing. I believe they have stopped building this model and I have no idea why. They still make the Coosa HD, but it is a foot longer and a bit heavier. I have taken this kayak down a multitude of rivers and rapids and it has performed extremely well. It measures 11’ 6”, is 33” wide and has a weight capacity of 375 lbs. The kayak weighs right at 65 lbs empty. This kayak tracks well and doesn’t need very deep water to float. This is awesome when you are trying to paddle through extremely skinny water. Overall I am really happy with this boat and would buy another one if they hadn’t stopped producing it!

Don't Leave Fish to Find Fish!

As the old adage goes, don’t leave fish to find fish. I have found this out the hard way by fishing a good hole in the river, and catching fish there, but leaving for a better “looking” spot down stream if the action slows down a little. In retrospect I totally knew I shouldn’t have left, but instincts took over. As they say, the grass is always greener…

Sometimes you have to exhaust all possibilities in order to capitalize on an area. If there are fish there, and they quit biting, try a different lure or presentation. Sometimes persistence pays off. I have been tearing ‘em up on a chatterbait and then they just stop biting. I change to the ol’ brush hog and start catching fish again. Stay focused and be resourceful.