The Jackson Kayak Hero, Super Hero, and Little Hero are the Ultimate RIVER RUNNERS!!! These boats were created to give you a safe, comfortable ride down river.
The 2010 Hero Series is also offered in a Super Linear Plastic Version: $1049
Jackson Kayak Charges an additional $75 for these Crosslink Plastic Colors: yellow, pink, black and special order multi-color.
Allow a 2 to 4 week lead time for special order colors and out of stock colors.
Jackson heard the call of river runners to create a straight-up river running boat. This is a great option for the paddler that needs a predictable, stable, easy to paddle river runner that won’t hit a plateau. It is capable of the local run, or an overnighter in the canyon.
The Hull: Cross-linked plastic for durability and shape retention (no oilcanning). Planing hull for great initial stability, surfing, and a predictable ride that the Fun and Star paddler can jump into and feel right at home. The drop chines are effective but out of the way for creeking, and thruster chines for extra speed and directional control for front surfing (yes you can spin it too!). For those creeking this boat, look for effortless boofs that come from a properly positioned rocker break.
The Side Walls: the sidewalls bring true Jackson Kayak rolling ability to play here with the addition of a rigidity bar for those wanting to seriously creek it. The flair in this sidewall is just right to give the beginner roller that extra confidence, while adding a secondary stability level that keeps you right side up and paddling. The angle is also set to make side surfing a hole (on purpose or not) easy, smooth, and non-grabby. There is nothing to catch while running slides for those who will be creeking this boat. The Deck: Ample footroom is the first thing you’ll notice. Put your BIG booties/river shoes on and you’ll be comfortable, and safe. That foot-room also provides you with the volume to keep you on the surface for safety and confidence. The stern has the volume to keep you looking downstream after drops instead of back into the hole! You’ll love how the Super Hero busts through holes and stays on the surface and upright like Superman busting through a wall with a smile on his face! The smooth, well-designed deck keeps your knuckles and elbows free and clear of impact on even the biggest drops.
The Outfitting: Boat Armor and Uni-Shock bulkhead on the adult models. Four swimmer and portaging friendly grab handles/attachment points, and a stainless steel security bar for safety in the most challenging situations. Side Kick outfitting is specially designed to keep weight to a minimum to assure easy carrying for kids.
