The RockStar V is the 5.0 update to Jackson Kayaks' popular freestyle boat. Years of development and adjustments ensure constant improvements in this playboat. The RockStar only has 5-13 liters more volume. This is mainly achieved through a higher cockpit compared to its predecessor. This means that larger and heavier paddlers can now throw themselves into the waves: Inside. The volume allows even higher loops, but focuses primarily on the cockpit area.
The bow remains slicey and cuts effortlessly through the water when cart-wheeling. The rear, on the other hand, is high but built all the shorter. This allows the boat to be spun wonderfully and easily detached from the water. A flat hull helps immensely. For the first time, Jackson uses a double edge on the sides. This allows clear directional control when surfing the wave and creates a lift away from the water. Nevertheless, the edges only interfere a little with spins because they are directed inwards. If the boat is lying flat, they do not offer any contact surface for deck water.
For the RockStar V seating system, Jackson Kayaks uses its uniform whitewater equipment with cable clamps for the back strap, shock absorber and wrap-around thigh supports. The Sweet Cheek seat pad helps with the ergonomic adjustment. The system works like a vacuum mattress. Small balls in an air cushion adapt to the contours of the seat. The remaining air can then be sucked out with the hose and the balls are fixed.
Review by Emily Wade @JacksonKayaks
Technical data:
Size | S | M | L |
---|---|---|---|
Length | 162,5 cm | 172,7 | 180,3 cm |
Width | 62,8 cm | 66,3 cm | 68,9 cm |
Height | 35,6 cm | 37,8 cm | 39,4 cm |
Volume | 189 L | 223 L | 261 L |
Weight | 13,2 kg. | 14,0 kg. | 15,9 kg. |
Capacity | 45 75-kg | 65 90-kg | 80 110-kg |
More deets:
- Double edges for superior carving on the wave
- More knee comfort
- Enlarged foot area
- Bee Knees full thigh braces for improved contact and control
- Uni-Shock flapper
- Sure lock back strap
- Sweet Cheeks seating system with individually adjustable seat pads
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