On September 19, 2025 Jackson Kayak announced the shipping of the Antix 3.0, their latest whitewater kayak. The Antix 3.0 features upgrades designed by a collection of the brand’s paddlers including Dane Jackson, Stephen Wright, Clay Wright, Nick Troutman and Alec Voorhees with Tad Dennis leading CAD work.
The new Antix 3.0 is designed with play in mind
The Antix 3.0 includes increased bow surface area with additional volume and rocker with the goal of providing a higher and drier downriver ride. With a wider hull design, the Antix 3.0 is meant to retain speed over river features, while the smaller stern is designed for squirting and splatting. For improved carving and surf performance, the Antix 3.0 inherits the double rail of Jackson Kayaks’ Rockstar V.
“We brought a modern feel with a more confidence-inspiring bow, increased speed, and a higher floating design while maintaining the nimbleness and playfulness I loved with the Antix 2,” shared Dane Jackson. “But my favorite addition is our Rockstar double rail — turning it into a loose, epic surfing machine no matter what size wave you’re on!”
Jackson Kayak is based in Sparta, Tennessee and was founded in 2003 by Tony Lunt, Eric Jackson and David Knight. Today, Jackson Kayak is still in the Jackson family, owned by Eric’s daughter Emily, son Dane and Tony Lunt. As of May 2024, Jackson Kayak acquired Werner Paddles and, more recently Eddyline Kayaks in February 2025.
“With the Antix 3.0 we set out to make a kayak that feels even more playful and intuitive,” shared Tad Dennis. “It’s looser on a wave, easier to stern-squirt, and handles better downriver, all while keeping the confidence and safety paddlers expect.”
The Antix 3.0 is available in lime green, slushie, venom, and LE raven.
The new Jackson Kayaks Antix 3.0. Feature Image: Jackson Kayaks
