It would be so easy for Crescent to put out a 2-minute video saying the specs and some quick marketing mumbo-jumbo, but these deep dives where James takes us bow to stern and EXPLAINS THE HULL DESIGN are one of the million reasons why this company is #1. Great job, Crescent!
Comments like this 🥹. The whole point is to make it looks easy but this was shot at 1AM after second shift had gone home and was part of a day that had Scott and I getting up at 4:30 to start shooting and not making it back to the house until 3Am. So it means a lot when you guys appreciate the effort!
After seeing this kayak in person, sitting in it, and paddling it, I can assure anyone that there is not a kayak out there at this price point with this high of quality. The high end resin, the well known companies that partnered with Crescent, the High/Low seat option, the paddle park, the deck itself, the ability to stand in a 10 foot kayak, the molded 10/32 inserts for adding tracks, the lowered chines aiding in the feel of the boat on the water without having that "tippy" feeling that so many other small boats do, and more. All these things alone is more than anyone else is doing on a boat this size, but Crescent had to go one further and put it at a price point that allows someone to get into a supreme quality kayak at an unimaginable attainable price. I have always been impressed with Crescents Kayaks and James' passion and commitment to quality, but this thing is on a whole other level. Primo is the name and says it all. Fantastic job on this one, you didn't just knock it out of the park, you all created a whole new playing field.
VERY well done on all aspects. With all the CK-1's I currently have, I still want one of these too.. But my wife likely won't go for it anytime soon. We'll see. Congratulations on another masterpiece.
I've always been a boater but after seeing some guy hauling monsters up with a kayak I was also hooked. I've been shopping for a kayak for a long time and it seems to me as a retired inspector, that your kayaks scream quality. I like that you're allowing the customer to decide where rod holders and other accoutrements should be placed. I appreciate that you use American workers and products. I like how you all listen to the customers and upgrade on the fly (simple things like paddle keeps etcetera). It's very helpful when ya make walkthrough videos of all your products. I've already contacted my local dealers for a Primo. I will place a blackpack with rod holders behind me and voila!: A very portable and affordable fishing kayak. Thanks for making such great stuff at value prices!
This is the kayak for so many people and not just because of the price (which is stellar). The capacity, length, and weight make this one of the best all rounders in the market. Easy to store and haul, plus great on water experience. Can't wait to try this one out on some water. Well done y'all!
Everything you need and nothing you don't. Simplicity, quality, and a great price that won't break the bank. Can you have a word with the automotive industry, please? Great to see your company continue to evolve and offer new products. Looking forward to getting a new Crescent this summer.
Was looking at the Venture but now you put this one out...wow.How does the bow/rocker of the primo compare to the venture? Some really good features on this yak,well thought out!
I know A LOT of kayak fisherman that bought the wrong boat. So many ppl think they want a bigger fully rigged tournament style fishing kayak. These are not grab and go kayaks that can be thrown on top after work for a quick fishing trip on your local creek, river, or lake. They end up selling them or they sit on a trailer without much use. The Primo would be a better option for many OR get one to supplement your large fishing kayak. At that price, you could have both. You got me considering this one. In a fishing kayak I love the idea of the chines being a little longer. I like that immediate feedback while im fishing bc im not always paying attention to my balance. Having the seat in optimal position while traveling down river to my hole then being able to raise the seat while fishing is another huge bonus. It allows better visibility, easier movement when landing a fish or standing. Really solid design
The pure passion that James has for the products makes me want to purchase anything he's selling! Very nice boat, looking forward to seeing it in person soon!
I bought a Nucanoe Unlimited 3 months ago, and my wife always ask me why i still watch these videos when I have one. Truth is i like James' explanations and presentation. I anticipate owning a Crescent one day because of the extreme detail and thoughtfulness put into their products. I need that salt/coastal boat!
Insert the meme of the guy walking with girl but looking back at the one that just passed 😂. Thanks for the kind words- no kayak is perfect but there is a level of obsession that does go into these. Go get a K•Craft on Valentines Day for your wife haha.
I have a shoailie and love it. Adding two of these for the family. Crescent quality and attention to detail is unmatched. Sold my Hobie never looking back.
Looks like another great quality yak from Crescent. Love the built-in inserts. Love that it has the ability to add track in the back without screwing into the boat. Love the shallow draft with weight capacity. Great throw and go. Hoping you guys build a longer SF line yak with all the quality and more capacity for fishing/kayak camping. ✌️
Just wanted to say, I have been a Crescent owner for a couple years with a crew. The company really really impresses me as one that has all the passion and mindset that I just think is rare these days. Keep it up.
This boat will be a real winner, very similar to a boat that I had used for many many years an emotion spitfire nine. One of the greatest boats ever, ultimate, throw and go, and if loaded properly can do almost anything. The only downfalls of the emotion are the thin hull. Crescent are extremely robust and in my opinion the best you can get keep up the great work guys.
James, my wife and I bought two LT Tackle 2 boats this past summer. We couldn't be more pleased; these boats are everything that y'all said they were; stable, dry. easy to paddle and comfortable. Looking forward to getting past the snow so we can get back on the water. Thanks for providing such a premium quality product. Neale in Hampstead Maryland
We are so excited about this new model. Offering a High quality contruction and value option for a new paddler and with great attention to detail. No Inch worms and easily removable deck bungee! That's shows an eye for durability and we can't wait to be using the Primo in our 2024 rental programs!
What a likable brand. The amount of effort put into each boat really shows and the fact that they go out of their way to use locally sourced materials is awesome! Will be buying a boat from them in the near future.
I ordered my PRIMO on 9/10/24, I had the opportunity to drive 4 hours {about half between where I live and Headweaters} to meet the Headwaters folks and pick up my PRIMO, but I opted for the 2 - 6 week shipping option, after all I did pay an $18 shipping damage insurance fee ... What a mistake that was!!! Every time I watch this or any PRIMO video I kick myself and just want to bang my head into a wall, several times. I can hardly wait for this little lady to arrive. It will be my first ever Kayak. I am getting geared up, and I am geared up and ready to go! The sooner the better. I hope I have not set my expectations too high. Thanks for the walk through James, very thorough. Question, do ALL screws that penetrate into the hull go into a 10/32nd insert? including the four screw(s) for the power pole mounting plate at the stern?
Looks like their CK1 but with a shallower draft and more primary stability. Hopefully we see a video showing a compatible rudder installed soon. Love it!
Exactly- we wanted to give more primary stability on this one as there will be a variety of skill levels paddling and hopefully this will be a lot of people’s first kayak!
Fantastic walk-through. Your love of the game shows not just in this video but in all of your products as well as customer service. My hopefully soon to be daughter-in-law will be in a Primo by the summer so she can paddle with my son on his CK1. It's the perfect kayak for her. She loves the river, but it's time she got out of the canoe with her dad, lol.
Awesome! This looks like an excellent all arounder. Gonna pick one up for the summer! I know you all about paddling.. but anxiously awaiting to see what you come up with for pedaling! It's here, it's a thing, gotta embrace it at some point. Not only is it good way to change things up but it's also for those with limited accessibility... injuries, etc. Giving more people more ways to enjoy the water.
Love what you guys are doing at Crescent. Such an easy brand to show love and support. What kayak would you say is the fastest within your lineup for a single paddler? Mostly to be used for inshore fishing
I hope this additional assessment will be taken as a compliment as intended.. This kayak so far looks to have the hull profile closest to my Generation 1 Jackson Coosa. I do love my G1 Coosa's agility, but it does not track very well.. Whereas this Primo has that tracking aspect engineered into the hull along with the rocker profile for agility. A rocker profile hull is extremely helpful in making quick last second turns, which I love!! The CK-1 is extremely agile too and likely more so than the Primo.. But it's the shallower draft profile of the Primo's hull that makes it closer to the G1 Coosa, which is beneficial in my local calm skinny shallow rivers. I won't know for certain until I experience the Primo for myself... The Primo seems to be the direction I would have preferred the future generations of the Coosa to have went rather than so much bigger and heavier... I also welcome the sealed hull of the Primo and the CK-1 over my G1 Coosa's propensity to take in water once you flip it over. I really hope to add a Primo to my quiver of 'yaks in the future.
The Primo hull is a blend of the Shoalie and the CK1 at a 10’6” length. The Shoalie is a blend of Crescent and Drew Gregory so I think you are pretty spot on!
Uh oh, looks like i am getting another kayak haha! I might even break my rule of always trying a kayak before buying it! My only concern is losing my mind trying to decide what yak to take out on any given outing, my ultralight or my primo 😅 I suspect the primo will rule for hitting shallow creeks and rapids, while the ultralite will have the edge on lakes and windy conditions 😊❤
This is definitely going to be my secondary throw and go kayak! I have a big pedal drive Wilderness Systems Radar 135 which is nice, but it’s too much to deal with if I want head out for a quick trip in some backwater sloughs. I like the size/weight of the Primo, and you had me sold with the power pole mount.👌🏾🔥
I think this is going to be my kiddo’s first fishing kayak, I cannot believe yall were able to put this much into a boat at this price! Something that may be interesting in the future would be including some paddler height dimensioning. I’ll obviously take my son to a dealer to see how it fits, but it would be cool to get an idea of how well he’s going to reach the foot pegs. Another great product and video guys, great job!
You guys!… take this with the lens that I am on a fixed budget and have space constraints and don’t have 5 boats, but everything I love about my Crescent ultralite I use for river and creek fishing, and paddling calm lakes, the last few years appears to still be here on this boat, but you solved some of my hesitations to grab the ultralite every time I go out. I also have a 12 ft peddle kayak from another brand, that sometimes I take on the river or creek (without the peddle) instead of the ultralite, only, because of lack of stability and standing in the ultralite, but I don’t like that larger boat because it’s so damn heavy and doesn’t have the paddle performance and not nimble like the ultralite. I dig the other features here on this kayak that my ultralite doesn’t have, like the paddle park strap and high/low seat, and cup holder, and bolts for plate, and weight capacity compared to boat size. I will add deck pad kit and gear tracks in mid ship and tank well and get rid of the bungees, but I get why you are building it that way. Not everyone fishes that paddles and you’re keeping cost down. Also, appreciate you for the family business and made in USA and US partnerships you’re doing. I also have daughters, and am adding a boat this year to support my growing paddling family. So I look forward to trying this boat out this spring and most likely adding it to my small armada as my #1 kayak.
Love some of the new options you put in the primo..... any chance you will be revamping the CK1? I would love a ck1 with dents for fishing rods, etc.....
This primo looks like my ultra-lite's big brother. Fantastic job stretching the width and length just a bit but still keeping it light. Cresent boats paddle so good. My 10 ft Ultralight glides straight to a stop. Seats could be better. I would def buy another.
Can I get a job?? lol. Seems like a company that would be great to work for with fantastic products. What I appreciate is the effort put in to the attention to detail. The couple videos of I have watched of this gentleman talking through every inch of this kayak is cool to see, the passion shines through. I have to make a trip down to my nearest dealer here in Texas to see these kayaks in person
Dang, which to get? Ultra lite or this! Very cool boat! Have to pack my yak in to the woods with fishing equipment to get to my spot.. Decision, Decision, decision. Love what you guys are doing!
I have been looking at which kayak to get for my first and it makes sense this is called Primo. American made and as a Georgia boy I find immense pride in them being made local. I’m headed to my local dealer tomorrow to pick it up. I can’t wait for the adventures it will bring.
If I was in the market today I would buy this in a hot minute. I bought a Vibe Yellowfin 100 a few years ago to be my throw and go when I don't want to haul the old 80 pound Ride 135. This beats the Vibe hands down. Next time I am looking I will keep this in mind.
Question: If somebody gets this boat and then installs the cockpit track rails after the fact, does that void the warranty? Or, does it have to be the track from YakAttack via your store to maintain the warranty? Not to nit pick, but I'd absolutely want to have those rails but also want to maintain the warranty.
The rails are custom designed for the Primo and the inserts. We would strongly recommend using the rail designed for it. We also try to use common sense judgment and be fair to customers any time we are reviewing a potential issue
I saw you mention something on, I think it was the LTII video, where you said what the recommended weight was? Like yeah, it'll hold 400# without sinking, but it's really good for 275# or whatever before water comes up the scuffers? What's the recommended comfortable weight for this one? If I weigh 250# and have some fishing gear, am I going to be getting water up the scuffers?
Need it, expected something at a way higher pricepoint, which would be interesting, but probably not in my lane. This looks amazing and exactly what I'm looking for.
In Italian it means first and also in a way means 1st in splash as well (1st, 1st cousin). We liked that double entendre as this will be many people’s first kayak! Cool you picked up on that
Really disappointing that you did not add gear tracks on this point. Doesn't cost that much but when the consumer puts tracks it means drilling into the kayak but when manufacturers do that it means they mold a drop housing for the screws so no hole is drilled in the kayak. 2 tracks won't cost much so please add that or add screw housing so we won't poke holes on this. Also still prefer primary stability so please work on those. If you changed the hull design to focus more on primary stability your kayaks would be the best by far on the marker.
@@akorahmaniazar the rear tankwell set up has the tracks going into inserts. What you are describing is called a screw boss. There’s times where we and other manufacturers use them for rails. There’s also times when they are not used. Set of Yakattack rails would push the retail value up almost $50 (cost, install, ect). We believe giving the option to upgrade and keep price as affordable as possible was the right decision. This is a premium performance rec Kayak, which can be upgraded to Fishing. The main focus is not specifically Fishing. The main focus was best value possible. Paddling performance is a core focus of our company. We believe we have a fantastic blend between primary and secondary stability that allows connectivity of the paddler to the water and circumstances. The K - craft, CREW or the Shoalie are a little more suited for your preference. Thanks so much for checking out the video.
@@crescent-kayaks I like your designs very much. For us fishermen stability is more important than agility or and speed so hopefully you will design and open concept simple kayak with U shape hull. Again I think your kayaks are the best design on the market minus the bottom design. I am a bass guy & have a kayak with the design and sometimes I say to myself 'I wish there was more primary stability than secondary'
@@akorahmaniazar @yakattack gear tracks are the best in market and what we choose to use (American Made). They are not cheap and certainly not next to free. Have you paddled the Primo?
@@crescent-kayaks That's awesome. And thank you for your comments. I have a 'similar bottom' kayak. I wish I could give it a try before purchasing but I am on Vancouver Island and you have no dealers around. At least not any close to me so I have to do a lot of research before buying because I cannot try or return.
It would be so easy for Crescent to put out a 2-minute video saying the specs and some quick marketing mumbo-jumbo, but these deep dives where James takes us bow to stern and EXPLAINS THE HULL DESIGN are one of the million reasons why this company is #1. Great job, Crescent!
Comments like this 🥹. The whole point is to make it looks easy but this was shot at 1AM after second shift had gone home and was part of a day that had Scott and I getting up at 4:30 to start shooting and not making it back to the house until 3Am. So it means a lot when you guys appreciate the effort!
@@crescent-kayaks Thanks for giving us a fun way to get out on some water, move around, explore, and have all kinds of adventures.
Finally,a down to earth real kayak! Fantastic!!🎉😊
The PASSION, im in the market for my first yak, im going to test out all the crescents first now 🫡
I cant even begin to express how excited we are for this kayak. American made Crescent quality at $699 is a massive W for the kayak community!
This kayak is for the local shops!!
After seeing this kayak in person, sitting in it, and paddling it, I can assure anyone that there is not a kayak out there at this price point with this high of quality. The high end resin, the well known companies that partnered with Crescent, the High/Low seat option, the paddle park, the deck itself, the ability to stand in a 10 foot kayak, the molded 10/32 inserts for adding tracks, the lowered chines aiding in the feel of the boat on the water without having that "tippy" feeling that so many other small boats do, and more. All these things alone is more than anyone else is doing on a boat this size, but Crescent had to go one further and put it at a price point that allows someone to get into a supreme quality kayak at an unimaginable attainable price. I have always been impressed with Crescents Kayaks and James' passion and commitment to quality, but this thing is on a whole other level. Primo is the name and says it all. Fantastic job on this one, you didn't just knock it out of the park, you all created a whole new playing field.
Are you a partner or an employee of the company.....?? jesus tone it down a bit......😂😂😂
@@RS-iv1up shhh, some like it loud.
We need more Crescent dealers in Ontario! Love your kayaks
Born in Waterloo and have a cottage north of Parry Sound- let’s make it happen!
Agreed. The only one I know of is Liv Outside but they shipped my CK1 and Ultralite to Ottawa for a very reasonable charge.
VERY well done on all aspects. With all the CK-1's I currently have, I still want one of these too.. But my wife likely won't go for it anytime soon. We'll see. Congratulations on another masterpiece.
Thanks for the kind words and support!
I've always been a boater but after seeing some guy hauling monsters up with a kayak I was also hooked. I've been shopping for a kayak for a long time and it seems to me as a retired inspector, that your kayaks scream quality. I like that you're allowing the customer to decide where rod holders and other accoutrements should be placed. I appreciate that you use American workers and products. I like how you all listen to the customers and upgrade on the fly (simple things like paddle keeps etcetera). It's very helpful when ya make walkthrough videos of all your products. I've already contacted my local dealers for a Primo. I will place a blackpack with rod holders behind me and voila!: A very portable and affordable fishing kayak. Thanks for making such great stuff at value prices!
This is the kayak for so many people and not just because of the price (which is stellar). The capacity, length, and weight make this one of the best all rounders in the market. Easy to store and haul, plus great on water experience. Can't wait to try this one out on some water. Well done y'all!
We’ll make it happen
Everything you need and nothing you don't. Simplicity, quality, and a great price that won't break the bank. Can you have a word with the automotive industry, please? Great to see your company continue to evolve and offer new products. Looking forward to getting a new Crescent this summer.
Was looking at the Venture but now you put this one out...wow.How does the bow/rocker of the primo compare to the venture? Some really good features on this yak,well thought out!
Pumped for this boat!!! I've been in love with the CK1 and the Ultralite. It seems like this is the best of both!!!
Love child for sure!
I know A LOT of kayak fisherman that bought the wrong boat. So many ppl think they want a bigger fully rigged tournament style fishing kayak. These are not grab and go kayaks that can be thrown on top after work for a quick fishing trip on your local creek, river, or lake. They end up selling them or they sit on a trailer without much use. The Primo would be a better option for many OR get one to supplement your large fishing kayak. At that price, you could have both. You got me considering this one.
In a fishing kayak I love the idea of the chines being a little longer. I like that immediate feedback while im fishing bc im not always paying attention to my balance. Having the seat in optimal position while traveling down river to my hole then being able to raise the seat while fishing is another huge bonus. It allows better visibility, easier movement when landing a fish or standing. Really solid design
Looks like a great kayak. Thanks for the walk through video.
Fun fact that was 1AM!
The pure passion that James has for the products makes me want to purchase anything he's selling! Very nice boat, looking forward to seeing it in person soon!
Labor of love! Stoked it shows in the vids
I bought a Nucanoe Unlimited 3 months ago, and my wife always ask me why i still watch these videos when I have one. Truth is i like James' explanations and presentation. I anticipate owning a Crescent one day because of the extreme detail and thoughtfulness put into their products. I need that salt/coastal boat!
Insert the meme of the guy walking with girl but looking back at the one that just passed 😂. Thanks for the kind words- no kayak is perfect but there is a level of obsession that does go into these. Go get a K•Craft on Valentines Day for your wife haha.
I have a shoailie and love it. Adding two of these for the family. Crescent quality and attention to detail is unmatched. Sold my Hobie never looking back.
Thank you for the encouraging words and all your support!!
Looks like another great quality yak from Crescent. Love the built-in inserts. Love that it has the ability to add track in the back without screwing into the boat. Love the shallow draft with weight capacity. Great throw and go. Hoping you guys build a longer SF line yak with all the quality and more capacity for fishing/kayak camping. ✌️
Great assessment and thanks for the kind words!
Ok man you sold me! I think I’m going to buy two this week! One for me and one for my daughter! Thanks for the detailed review!
Love it! Thanks so much for the watch
Just wanted to say, I have been a Crescent owner for a couple years with a crew. The company really really impresses me as one that has all the passion and mindset that I just think is rare these days. Keep it up.
Driven by passion and quality and then make sure we support this awesome community. Thanks so much for your support
My oldest is about to be too big for the Crew with me and wants her own yak. This looks perfect! Can’t wait to see it in person over at Waterdog!
It’s gonna be a great fit for the whole family!
This boat will be a real winner, very similar to a boat that I had used for many many years an emotion spitfire nine. One of the greatest boats ever, ultimate, throw and go, and if loaded properly can do almost anything. The only downfalls of the emotion are the thin hull. Crescent are extremely robust and in my opinion the best you can get keep up the great work guys.
James, my wife and I bought two LT Tackle 2 boats this past summer. We couldn't be more pleased; these boats are everything that y'all said they were; stable, dry. easy to paddle and comfortable. Looking forward to getting past the snow so we can get back on the water. Thanks for providing such a premium quality product. Neale in Hampstead Maryland
Thanks so much for taking the time for the kind words and for your support. Hope you’re having an awesome paddling season
We are so excited about this new model. Offering a High quality contruction and value option for a new paddler and with great attention to detail. No Inch worms and easily removable deck bungee! That's shows an eye for durability and we can't wait to be using the Primo in our 2024 rental programs!
Best kayaks ever made. Even better company. Buy as many as you can afford
What a likable brand. The amount of effort put into each boat really shows and the fact that they go out of their way to use locally sourced materials is awesome! Will be buying a boat from them in the near future.
Thanks for the kind words!
@@crescent-kayaks no problem.
Is there space behind the seat to put might mounts kind of like the CK1?
I ordered my PRIMO on 9/10/24, I had the opportunity to drive 4 hours {about half between where I live and Headweaters} to meet the Headwaters folks and pick up my PRIMO, but I opted for the 2 - 6 week shipping option, after all I did pay an $18 shipping damage insurance fee ... What a mistake that was!!! Every time I watch this or any PRIMO video I kick myself and just want to bang my head into a wall, several times.
I can hardly wait for this little lady to arrive. It will be my first ever Kayak. I am getting geared up, and I am geared up and ready to go! The sooner the better.
I hope I have not set my expectations too high.
Thanks for the walk through James, very thorough.
Question, do ALL screws that penetrate into the hull go into a 10/32nd insert? including the four screw(s) for the power pole mounting plate at the stern?
Awesome in depth product video! Amazing kayak for a great price for such a high quality USA made product! Great work Crescent Kayaks!
Looks like their CK1 but with a shallower draft and more primary stability. Hopefully we see a video showing a compatible rudder installed soon. Love it!
Exactly- we wanted to give more primary stability on this one as there will be a variety of skill levels paddling and hopefully this will be a lot of people’s first kayak!
Fantastic walk-through. Your love of the game shows not just in this video but in all of your products as well as customer service. My hopefully soon to be daughter-in-law will be in a Primo by the summer so she can paddle with my son on his CK1. It's the perfect kayak for her. She loves the river, but it's time she got out of the canoe with her dad, lol.
Awesome! This looks like an excellent all arounder. Gonna pick one up for the summer!
I know you all about paddling.. but anxiously awaiting to see what you come up with for pedaling! It's here, it's a thing, gotta embrace it at some point. Not only is it good way to change things up but it's also for those with limited accessibility... injuries, etc. Giving more people more ways to enjoy the water.
I bought my 1st Kayak; the Crescent LiteTackle II and the Primo will be my next Kayak before next year!
So it looks like its time to make a drive and get another. My UL and LT have been amazing! So excited for another!
Excellent video. No BS, just the facts Jack! Well done.
As a female angler, I'm liking the high end features & quality of this with a weight I could handle by myself.
Absolutely! Great blend- thanks for the kind words
Love what you guys are doing at Crescent. Such an easy brand to show love and support. What kayak would you say is the fastest within your lineup for a single paddler? Mostly to be used for inshore fishing
What a great evolution of the product! I’m sure this will be a huge hit given it’s size, features and price point
Thank you!
I hope this additional assessment will be taken as a compliment as intended.. This kayak so far looks to have the hull profile closest to my Generation 1 Jackson Coosa. I do love my G1 Coosa's agility, but it does not track very well.. Whereas this Primo has that tracking aspect engineered into the hull along with the rocker profile for agility. A rocker profile hull is extremely helpful in making quick last second turns, which I love!!
The CK-1 is extremely agile too and likely more so than the Primo.. But it's the shallower draft profile of the Primo's hull that makes it closer to the G1 Coosa, which is beneficial in my local calm skinny shallow rivers. I won't know for certain until I experience the Primo for myself... The Primo seems to be the direction I would have preferred the future generations of the Coosa to have went rather than so much bigger and heavier...
I also welcome the sealed hull of the Primo and the CK-1 over my G1 Coosa's propensity to take in water once you flip it over. I really hope to add a Primo to my quiver of 'yaks in the future.
The Primo hull is a blend of the Shoalie and the CK1 at a 10’6” length. The Shoalie is a blend of Crescent and Drew Gregory so I think you are pretty spot on!
I am also into the sealed hull.
@@crescent-kayaks Well, that sure adds up!! I like it more already.
Uh oh, looks like i am getting another kayak haha! I might even break my rule of always trying a kayak before buying it! My only concern is losing my mind trying to decide what yak to take out on any given outing, my ultralight or my primo 😅 I suspect the primo will rule for hitting shallow creeks and rapids, while the ultralite will have the edge on lakes and windy conditions 😊❤
This is definitely going to be my secondary throw and go kayak! I have a big pedal drive Wilderness Systems Radar 135 which is nice, but it’s too much to deal with if I want head out for a quick trip in some backwater sloughs. I like the size/weight of the Primo, and you had me sold with the power pole mount.👌🏾🔥
Exciting! Thanks for details about hull and paddler first perspective.
I think this is going to be my kiddo’s first fishing kayak, I cannot believe yall were able to put this much into a boat at this price!
Something that may be interesting in the future would be including some paddler height dimensioning. I’ll obviously take my son to a dealer to see how it fits, but it would be cool to get an idea of how well he’s going to reach the foot pegs.
Another great product and video guys, great job!
You guys!… take this with the lens that I am on a fixed budget and have space constraints and don’t have 5 boats, but everything I love about my Crescent ultralite I use for river and creek fishing, and paddling calm lakes, the last few years appears to still be here on this boat,
but you solved some of my hesitations to grab the ultralite every time I go out.
I also have a 12 ft peddle kayak from another brand, that sometimes I take on the river or creek (without the peddle) instead of the ultralite, only, because of lack of stability and standing in the ultralite, but I don’t like that larger boat because it’s so damn heavy and doesn’t have the paddle performance and not nimble like the ultralite.
I dig the other features here on this kayak that my ultralite doesn’t have, like the paddle park strap and high/low seat, and cup holder, and bolts for plate, and weight capacity compared to boat size.
I will add deck pad kit and gear tracks in mid ship and tank well and get rid of the bungees, but I get why you are building it that way. Not everyone fishes that paddles and you’re keeping cost down.
Also, appreciate you for the family business and made in USA and US partnerships you’re doing.
I also have daughters, and am adding a boat this year to support my growing paddling family. So I look forward to trying this boat out this spring and most likely adding it to my small armada as my #1 kayak.
This is unreal value! Well done guys!
Love some of the new options you put in the primo..... any chance you will be revamping the CK1? I would love a ck1 with dents for fishing rods, etc.....
Another nice addition to the crescent line up. Will there be updates to the ck1 like high and low seat positions?
No plans for any more version 2 of any models
That’s primo 😊
It’s it good for any type of water ?
This primo looks like my ultra-lite's big brother. Fantastic job stretching the width and length just a bit but still keeping it light. Cresent boats paddle so good. My 10 ft Ultralight glides straight to a stop. Seats could be better. I would def buy another.
Just picked my primo up today!! So excited to upgrade to a Crescent
Thanks so much for the support! Join the owners group on FB! Great group of ppl and we would love to see your pics
You guys are killing it!
Can I get a job?? lol. Seems like a company that would be great to work for with fantastic products. What I appreciate is the effort put in to the attention to detail. The couple videos of I have watched of this gentleman talking through every inch of this kayak is cool to see, the passion shines through. I have to make a trip down to my nearest dealer here in Texas to see these kayaks in person
Cannot wait for the reveal!!!
Dang, which to get?
Ultra lite or this! Very cool boat! Have to pack my yak in to the woods with fishing equipment to get to my spot..
Decision, Decision, decision.
Love what you guys are doing!
You guys need to get a few of them over to Wade Harrison and Drew for an on water review.
We agree and plan to do a lot more on water videos this coming year
I have been looking at which kayak to get for my first and it makes sense this is called Primo. American made and as a Georgia boy I find immense pride in them being made local.
I’m headed to my local dealer tomorrow to pick it up. I can’t wait for the adventures it will bring.
What it’s all about! First kayak and first quality! Thanks so much for your support
If I was in the market today I would buy this in a hot minute. I bought a Vibe Yellowfin 100 a few years ago to be my throw and go when I don't want to haul the old 80 pound Ride 135. This beats the Vibe hands down. Next time I am looking I will keep this in mind.
Question: If somebody gets this boat and then installs the cockpit track rails after the fact, does that void the warranty? Or, does it have to be the track from YakAttack via your store to maintain the warranty? Not to nit pick, but I'd absolutely want to have those rails but also want to maintain the warranty.
The rails are custom designed for the Primo and the inserts. We would strongly recommend using the rail designed for it. We also try to use common sense judgment and be fair to customers any time we are reviewing a potential issue
I saw you mention something on, I think it was the LTII video, where you said what the recommended weight was? Like yeah, it'll hold 400# without sinking, but it's really good for 275# or whatever before water comes up the scuffers? What's the recommended comfortable weight for this one? If I weigh 250# and have some fishing gear, am I going to be getting water up the scuffers?
I can definitely get behind a company like this ✊️✊️
Let’s go! 🇺🇸🫡
Need it, expected something at a way higher pricepoint, which would be interesting, but probably not in my lane. This looks amazing and exactly what I'm looking for.
Did they mention the price? I didn’t hear it if they did.
Description shows $699. Fantastic value - maybe the best value I've seen for an American made yak!
$699 🇺🇸🫡
I love the seat story part.
Thanks! This is personal to us!
Thank you for such a quality plus product😊
Wow, quality for 699 😮 thats a heck of a deal
🫡🫡 and American Made
How can you run foot control lines for rudder steering? I see the frog eyes, but how and where do you run the line through?
I love my crescent kayaks if I had more money I'd buy couple of em I have the lite tackle just isn't a throw and go might be just the one
If this were 12’ I’d be very interested-Great price point for the quality
is the "rigged & ready" kit a dealer installed option?
Sure your dealer would be willing but contact them directly please
I hope this brand of kayak reaches the Brazilian market. If it comes with a rear support for a 3hp engine, that would be welcome.
Does anyone know if the. Crescent stash pockets fit on this boat? Also, what are the white looking plastic bottoms in the cup holders?
Weird there’s no gear traks
There’s an aftermarket kit. Wanted to keep it under $700 cost
Guess I may have to add a third crescent to my lineup 😂
Nice work
So true simple means focus
One of our favorite quotes and the idea behind our design philosophy. Glad it resonates!
need a dealership closer to springfield, missouri.
i want one
great now i want this one lol im still waiting for my ink lol
I've had my heart set on a CK1 for a while now, but this is making that choice complicated.
Looks like Wade paddling?!
Wade and Drew Gregory
“Primo”, means “1st cousin” for the masculine, “Prima” for the feminine. It’s a strong family bond term used among 1st cousins.
In Italian it means first and also in a way means 1st in splash as well (1st, 1st cousin). We liked that double entendre as this will be many people’s first kayak! Cool you picked up on that
Really disappointing that you did not add gear tracks on this point. Doesn't cost that much but when the consumer puts tracks it means drilling into the kayak but when manufacturers do that it means they mold a drop housing for the screws so no hole is drilled in the kayak. 2 tracks won't cost much so please add that or add screw housing so we won't poke holes on this. Also still prefer primary stability so please work on those. If you changed the hull design to focus more on primary stability your kayaks would be the best by far on the marker.
@@akorahmaniazar the rear tankwell set up has the tracks going into inserts. What you are describing is called a screw boss. There’s times where we and other manufacturers use them for rails. There’s also times when they are not used. Set of Yakattack rails would push the retail value up almost $50 (cost, install, ect). We believe giving the option to upgrade and keep price as affordable as possible was the right decision. This is a premium performance rec Kayak, which can be upgraded to Fishing. The main focus is not specifically Fishing. The main focus was best value possible. Paddling performance is a core focus of our company. We believe we have a fantastic blend between primary and secondary stability that allows connectivity of the paddler to the water and circumstances. The K - craft, CREW or the Shoalie are a little more suited for your preference. Thanks so much for checking out the video.
@@crescent-kayaks I like your designs very much. For us fishermen stability is more important than agility or and speed so hopefully you will design and open concept simple kayak with U shape hull. Again I think your kayaks are the best design on the market minus the bottom design. I am a bass guy & have a kayak with the design and sometimes I say to myself 'I wish there was more primary stability than secondary'
@@akorahmaniazar @yakattack gear tracks are the best in market and what we choose to use (American Made). They are not cheap and certainly not next to free.
Have you paddled the Primo?
@@crescent-kayaks That's awesome. And thank you for your comments. I have a 'similar bottom' kayak. I wish I could give it a try before purchasing but I am on Vancouver Island and you have no dealers around. At least not any close to me so I have to do a lot of research before buying because I cannot try or return.
Oh, yeah. We're both in ou.r 70's
Go USA