YakAttack BlackPak Pro 13x16 Kayak Fishing Crate
A hard-sided, made-in-USA kayak fishing crate with a hinged lid, four TetherTube rod holders, and YakAttack's GridLoc mounting panels. The 13x16 size is the mid option between the 13x13 and 16x16 crates.
Price
$155.00 (yakattack.us)
Where to buy
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Check price at Amazon (paid link)Key specs
| Size | 13 x 16 x 13 in class; external 12.94 x 15.94 x 13.3 in |
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| Internal | 11.9 x 14.9 x 11.75 in |
| Weight | 7.6 lb without TetherTubes; 9.2 lb with the included four TetherTubes |
| Storage | Fits five 3700-size tackle boxes (YakAttack) |
| Rod holders | Four TetherTube holders with leashes included |
| Material | Injection-molded UV-stabilized polymer, stainless hardware |
| Other sizes | 13x13 ($135) and 16x16 ($180) (YakAttack) |
| Warranty | Built for Life Guarantee; made in the USA (YakAttack) |
| SKU | BLP-PRO-13X16-OR on the official 13x16 page we opened |
What the maker and reviewers highlight
- In-Fisherman's staff said a year of use matched the claims: sturdy, quiet, easy to use, and able to hold several 3700 trays [source]
- Hinged, water-shedding lid, quiet bumpers, and GridLoc panels for adding holders and accessories (YakAttack) [source]
- In4adventure's hands-on review says the lid overhang keeps contents dry in rain and spray, though the crate is not fully waterproof, and praises the latch and tie-down options [source]
Things to weigh
- Not fully waterproof (In4adventure) [source]
- You have to assemble the crate; In4adventure says it is straightforward but can take some time [source]
- YakAttack says to add 2.75 inches on each side where you mount TetherTubes when you measure a tankwell, so the crate may not fit every kayak [source]
Who it's for in Texas
A mid-size crate for a Texas lake or bay fishing kayak, as long as the tankwell is wide enough once the rod tubes are on. It is a natural add-on if you already run a sit-on-top like the Vibe Sea Ghost 105.
My take: coming soon
We have not tested this one ourselves yet. If I get it in the field, my notes will go here. No rating is given.
Related reviews: Vibe Sea Ghost 105 Fishing Kayak