I was wondering if any of y'all have this kayak? I have a question about it if anyone has one.

I have the FS128T which is slightly different however some items are similar. Maybe I can help?

I have the FS12T

Does the 128t have the foam blocks in the hull?

yes it has one behind the seat and two in the front half.

I was just wondering if they could be temporarily removed for storage on an overnight trip?

yes they can. They are 8x4x24. so with a 90* twist they come right out...

Great thank you! Jesse, are you able to stand pretty easily in it?

I just bought the FS12T 1 month ago. It's the most current model and most troubleshooted one. What questions do you have?

My first question was if I could temporarily remove the foam blocks for extra storage on an overnight trip. Second question was if it was easy to stand in. Third was if it leaks and are there seat issues that need to be addressed like there were in the first 2014 models. Thanks for any help I appreciate it guys.

~Yes you can remove the foam blocks. I do it every time I get back from the lake to let the inside dry. I wouldn't try to stand or get on it without them in place though.
~I have stood a few times. Even paddled a little today while standing on it, but haven't tried to fish that way yet. I tied a simple piece of rope to the front handle that I use to help stand, and also use to pull it ashore. It can be stood on, but Good things happen fast, Great things take time...Especially with this kayak lol.
~As soon as I bought it, I sealed the scupper hole creases just in case, as well as the small round dry box. It was very easy to remove and seal.
~I am 250lbs 6'2'' and the seat has work beyond expectations with no signs of bending. I think they took the reviews and criticism to the drawing board in order to ensure they produced a better product than before. I was expecting it to bend like the 2014 seats did.
~Also, they moved the rod holder forward. It hasn't been in my way at all so far while paddling, and I have long arms. Although it doesn't work properly. It only locks in the forward position, maybe the backward position too idk. But I think their is a fix it video on YouTube about it.

Overall I am completely happy with it so far. I am about to ad an anchor trolley system, might even rig up a crate for it. This kayak has a lot of potential, just don't rush into it. PM me if you have any more questions about it.

Sorry for the delayed response. I actually have the 2014 model so I may not be able to give you the answers you're looking for. But it looks like you got the info you needed.


Glad they moved the rod holder. I ended up taking mine completely off because it interfered so much and would hurt my leg where my leg layed against it.

Great info Rhino, I recently sold my pescador for the flatter FS12T so i could take my youngest out with me and it is sitting on the truck rack waiting on the weather to break. After everything i have read i think i will do as you did and go ahead and seal up those scuppers just to be extra safe.
On an unrelated note i only had my pescador for 1 year used it a dozen times and sold it for what i paid for it and i don't think i have ever had any other piece of equipment that i have done that with. usually i take a bath on the resale of my tows and endure scowls from my wife.

Oh, one more thing that was not mentioned, since i have had the yak for 2 weeks waiting on my chance i have of course been pouring over youtube for ascend FS12 vids. There was one guy that mentioned that if you take the front foam block out to use the bow for storage be careful of the screws that poke through the top of the hull to secure the bungees. Apparently they could snag or poke holes in some of your gear so he recommended a piece of duct tape or dabs of silicon on the tips. I have't explored mine yet but i thought that might be a good place to store the lifejacket when it's in transit so i need to check it our before i wedge it in there.