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CAJO Fishing Kayaks: Every Model Compared

Outpost and Terra Pro Series hard kayaks and the Highlander AirTrek inflatables, all built around the Traverse pedal drive option.

CAJO at a glance

CAJO is one of the newer fishing kayak brands on KayakDIY, and I have not had one on the water yet, so I am not going to pretend otherwise. What I can do is lay the whole lineup out side by side from CAJO’s published specs so you can see how the boats compare, and point you to the kayaks I have tested that compete with them.

The common thread is the Traverse pedal drive, a 10:1 propeller drive that is either included or available as a kit, plus a choice of fin drive mounts. The Pro Series hard kayaks add power plates for clean wiring and mounts for 12 in transducers. The Highlander AirTrek boats are welded drop-stitch inflatables that ship with a seat, a convertible paddle, a pump and a rolling travel bag.

How to read this page: specs come from CAJO’s published numbers on each product page. I will add my own notes when I test one. For pedal kayaks I have tested, see the Hobie, Old Town and Saturn guides.

Which CAJO fits you?

  • Stand-up fishing on a rigid hull: the Terra 116, the stand-up hull in the Pro Series.
  • Compact pedal kayak: the Outpost 100 at 55 lb for the hull.
  • More room and rod storage: the Outpost 128, rated for 500 lb.
  • No room for a hard kayak: a Highlander AirTrek inflatable.
  • Two people in an inflatable: the Highlander 140T tandem.

Pro Series hard kayaks

Model Length Width Weight Capacity Power Links
Outpost 100 PDL 10 ft 33 in 55 lb hull 400 lb Traverse pedal drive, fin drive or motor Product page
Terra 116 PDL 11 ft 6 in 35 in 66 lb hull 475 lb Paddle; Traverse pedal or motor optional Product page
Outpost 128 PDL 12 ft 8 in 35 in 75 lb hull 500 lb Traverse pedal, fin drive or motor Product page

Highlander AirTrek inflatables

Model Length Width Weight Capacity Power Links
Highlander 100 AirTrek 10 ft 39 in 30 lb hull 400 lb Paddle or Traverse pedal kit Product page
Highlander 120 AirTrek 12 ft 39 in 34 lb hull 450 lb Paddle or Traverse pedal kit Product page
Highlander 140T AirTrek (tandem) 14 ft 44 in 47 lb hull 500 lb Paddle or Traverse pedal kit Product page

Traverse pedal drive and fin drive mounts

CAJO Traverse Pedal Drive Kit (Highlander)CAJO Traverse Pedal Drive Kit (Highlander)CAJO Traverse Fin Drive Mount Kit (Highlander)CAJO Traverse Fin Drive Mount Kit (Highlander)CAJO Traverse Rudder Steering Handle MountCAJO Traverse Rudder Steering Handle MountCAJO Traverse Pedal DriveCAJO Traverse Pedal DriveCAJO Traverse Fin Drive MountCAJO Traverse Fin Drive Mount

CAJO accessories

CAJO Power Plate Set (2 pack)CAJO Power Plate Set (2 pack)CAJO Delta Grip Bungee Gear Hooks (6 pack)CAJO Delta Grip Bungee Gear Hooks (6 pack)CAJO Waterproof 3600 Tackle Tray Set (2 pack)CAJO Waterproof 3600 Tackle Tray Set (2 pack)CAJO Thru Hull Wiring Kit Set (4 pack)CAJO Thru Hull Wiring Kit Set (4 pack)CAJO Horizon Elevated Seat PerchCAJO Horizon Elevated Seat PerchCAJO Avalon Carbon 240-260cm Angler Pro Kayak PaddleCAJO Avalon Carbon 240-260cm Angler Pro Kayak PaddleCAJO Quad RailsCAJO Quad Rails

CAJO FAQ

What pedal drive does CAJO use?

The Traverse pedal drive, a 10:1 propeller drive. It is included or sold as a kit depending on the boat, and CAJO also sells fin drive mounts.

Are CAJO inflatable kayaks stable?

The Highlander AirTrek boats are 39 to 44 in wide, built for stand-up stability per CAJO's specs. I have not tested one on the water yet.

Have you tested a CAJO kayak?

Not yet. This page compares the lineup from CAJO's published specs. I will add my own notes when I get one on the water.

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