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While many anglers will use it as a pedal kayak, it has mounts for bow- or stern-mounted motors. more
See full version: First Look: Native Watercraft Slayer Propel Max 12. 5; The Official Kayak of the 2020 Striper Cup
While many anglers will use it as a pedal kayak, it has mounts for bow- or stern-mounted motors. more
An extended rudder provides responsive steering and tight turns, in both forward and reverse. A rockered bow further improves the Slayer Propel Max’s maneuverability. here
Propel Pedal Drive Weed Guard
The seat in the Slayer Propel Max 12.5 is elevated and easily adjustable to help anglers of all sizes find the perfect position to allow for efficient pedaling and comfortable fishing. [links]
The seat rests on rails, so positioning is infinite. The seating rails run the length of the sidewalls, so it’s actually able to accommodate a second passenger, but your mileage may vary depending on size.
The first thing even less-than-savvy buyers will notice is the Titan’s huge departure in hull shape from the rest of the field. From above it’s closer in shape to a bass boat than a traditional kayak. This shape comes with a stability bonus, but fans of boat design will recognize that there’s trade-off there for an efficiency penalty. [links]
The hull innovation goes beyond skin-deep. The polyethylene hull is foam-filled, like a Boston Whaler. This equates to extreme rigidity and buoyancy. Some reports did point drainage challenges similar to those reported on the Slayer.
Retracting the propellor drive for operating in shallow water requires swinging it upward, which can take several steps to accomplish and effectively disables the drive unless there's enough clearance. Propellers can get also wrapped in seaweed, further limiting shallow-water performance.
When the Pro Angler 14 first came out, it was a category-killer and its reputation hasn’t wavered. It’s powered by the Hobie Mirage Drive, one which we could write volumes. As noted in our value overview, it’s quieter than the pedal drive system currently available.
When pedal systems arrived, the areas of the hull around the drive systems were thickened substantially around the drive well area to compensate for increased stress. This meant that a kayak with identical hull dimensions just weighted more. more
Length: 11’9” | Width: 32.5” | Weight: 56 lbs. | Capacity: 354 lbs. | Retail: $999 [links]
Length: 12’ | Width: 34.5” | Weight: 104 lbs. with pedal console | Capacity: 450 lbs. | Retail: $1,899 [links]
Whether you’re a shore-bound angler looking to reach new waters or a boat fisherman who recognizes a fishing kayak as an exciting way to get out on the water, there’s something in kayak fishing for just about anyone.
Length: 12’9” | Width: 34” | Weight: 103 lbs. (rigged) | Capacity: 425 lbs. | Retail: $3,149 more
Fishing kayaks are remarkably stable. In general, wider kayaks are more stable and can support more capacity, which is often advantageous when fishing. However, width is far from the only factor that affects stability. Hull design can have a big effect, so test a fishing kayak before buying.
Length: 10’9” | Width: 37.5” | Weight: 121 lbs. rigged | Capacity: 500 lbs. | Retail: $2,499 here
2020 Native Slayer Propel 10 Kayak. What’s the big deal with the Native Slayer Propel 10 Kayak? Stop worrying about wind, tide flow, and trolling via paddle. Native Propel kayaks do it all with pedal power! The new 701 Propel Drive is awesome!
Modified Tunnel Hull for Ultra Stability and Tracking
Two Flush Mount Rod Holders Aft [links]