Post by Admin on Nov 9, 2013 8:25:22 GMT
6:30 am today having a bit of a lay in after a week of getting up and 5am 'Ding Dong' you guessed it....the delivery guy with my 2014 model Jackson Kayak Cuda 14 
We hauled it onto the lawn. I had to get the car off the drive to get her unwrapped. First thing was to get the C-Tug underneath and away we go.
It seemed a bit like pass the parcel.
First layer plastic sleeve...
Second layer a nylon sock....
Followed by another plastic sleeve. You have to say they are well packed.
Now in the flesh......
I like the subdued colour, Forest Camo.
There have been plenty of photos of the Cuda 14 so first off I will mention the 2014 modifications made.
First the new Ram Tough Tubes. As Mark showed they are no longer on the unstable Ram balls but the notched stem and socket with a locking key.
These are Ram products and very, very strong. No problems with trolling from these. Of course they can be positioned just as you want them.
Next up is the new lid for the centre hatch. Many hatches have to be fully opened to gain access and the 2013 model was like that. I had planned a hacksaw mod but no need now.
1/8th of a rotation and it opens to give access. No threads to clog with sand and jam.
Well sealed.
When Philpot saw the 2013 hatch he told JK that we needed an insert. Now all UK models will be shipped with the removable plastic box.
Now to the lid again. Jackson have remove the old Ram ball that was near the bows and rod holder. This was too far away to be useful. Jackson saw sense and have fitted two short YakAttack tracks on the the lid.
The you add the Ram ball and rod holder.
Then there is the Lumbar Support. This is a bag full of soft beads. You can position it on the seat back rest where ever you feel fit. Lean against it and suck the air out and it moulds to tour back. Not all will need it but for some it will be a great help.
Now a quick spin through the rest of the kayak.
Front and rear hatches which with the centre hatch give access to all the important places for fitting padeyes etc wit nuts and bolts and YES the C-Tug fits.
That famous seat
Removable mesh pouch on the back of the seat.
Go Pro mount.
Free drinks bottle
Rod holder elastics and tip protector the elastic of this act as paddle holder.
Grooved gunwales for resting paddle.
Skid plate on keel.
Long load flag.
A couple of hull shots.
I think I have overloaded you with pictures but if there are any specifics you want ask and I will try and deliver.
The improvements make the 2014 Cuda even more versatile I look forward to tinkering.
Terry
We hauled it onto the lawn. I had to get the car off the drive to get her unwrapped. First thing was to get the C-Tug underneath and away we go.
It seemed a bit like pass the parcel.
First layer plastic sleeve...
Second layer a nylon sock....
Followed by another plastic sleeve. You have to say they are well packed.
Now in the flesh......
I like the subdued colour, Forest Camo.
There have been plenty of photos of the Cuda 14 so first off I will mention the 2014 modifications made.
First the new Ram Tough Tubes. As Mark showed they are no longer on the unstable Ram balls but the notched stem and socket with a locking key.
These are Ram products and very, very strong. No problems with trolling from these. Of course they can be positioned just as you want them.
Next up is the new lid for the centre hatch. Many hatches have to be fully opened to gain access and the 2013 model was like that. I had planned a hacksaw mod but no need now.
1/8th of a rotation and it opens to give access. No threads to clog with sand and jam.
Well sealed.
When Philpot saw the 2013 hatch he told JK that we needed an insert. Now all UK models will be shipped with the removable plastic box.
Now to the lid again. Jackson have remove the old Ram ball that was near the bows and rod holder. This was too far away to be useful. Jackson saw sense and have fitted two short YakAttack tracks on the the lid.
The you add the Ram ball and rod holder.
Then there is the Lumbar Support. This is a bag full of soft beads. You can position it on the seat back rest where ever you feel fit. Lean against it and suck the air out and it moulds to tour back. Not all will need it but for some it will be a great help.
Now a quick spin through the rest of the kayak.
Front and rear hatches which with the centre hatch give access to all the important places for fitting padeyes etc wit nuts and bolts and YES the C-Tug fits.
That famous seat
Removable mesh pouch on the back of the seat.
Go Pro mount.
Free drinks bottle
Rod holder elastics and tip protector the elastic of this act as paddle holder.
Grooved gunwales for resting paddle.
Skid plate on keel.
Long load flag.
A couple of hull shots.
I think I have overloaded you with pictures but if there are any specifics you want ask and I will try and deliver.
The improvements make the 2014 Cuda even more versatile I look forward to tinkering.
Terry
