2010 Native Mariner Angler 12.5 Propel Kayak

[Yakfinatic]

2010 Native Watercraft Mariner Angler 12.5 Propel Package. Kayak is only 4 months old and lightly used. I'm selling this kayak for my father-in-law who has back issues at age 70.

Here are some of the features of the Native Mariner 12.5 Propel which some consider to be the ultimate fishing kayak:

- Specs: length 12'6", weight 60 lbs without propel and seat, capacity is 400 lbs.

- Patented tunnel hull provides unrivaled stability. You can easily stand up in this kayak to sight cast to fish!

- First class seat system.

- Plug and play system for easy attachment of accessories.

- Propel peddle drive allows you to cruise all day and works in both forward and reverse.

- Has inbuilt rudder for ease of control.

- Unique low, wide rear deck design allows for easy re-entry onto kayak.

Package includes: Hummingbird 170 Fishfinder, transducer installed beneath hull, 2 rectangular outfitter plates, 3 mounts, 3 rod holders and 2 extenders, 1 paddle, anchor, battery and case, and an anchor trolley system.

This kayak sells new for $1799. Cost of add-ons and installation fishfinder and transducer $579. Total cost $2,378. Will sell as package for $1800, saving 25% of cost and much time to make this setup.

Kayak is located in Central Virginia. Please PM me if you are interested in this kayak or need more info.

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Transducer mounted in scupper hole

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[fishjunky]

If I had $1800, you'd have a sold boat.

Good luck.

[thaistick]

Nice fishin there finatic if u had to choose between th revo and native knowing what u know now which one and why

[Yakfinatic]

I like my revo, in fact, I have two of them but that was before I had any experience with the Mariner. What makes the Mariner so unique is the deep tunnel-style hull which gives it unrivaled stability and since it's a SOT and self-bailing even the most inept yaker would feel safe on this kayak in the roughest of conditions. If you want to stand up in your kayak the Mariner is the way to go since your feet are closer to the waterline. I've tried standing up on the Hobie Revo and let me tell you it is not easy and even the most balanced person would be challenged to stand up in the Hobie for any length of time.

I've also been very impressed with the Native pedal system. While I think the Hobie Mirage drive has certain advantages - ie the ability to short-stroke the fins when in shallow water, easier to launch/land in surf conditions, etc - the native pedal/prop design is much more efficient and moves the kayak quicker than the Hobie Mirage drive, requiring less effort. The prop on the Mariner is also more durable since I've had to replace the turbo fins and mast post on my Hobie several times running aground on hard surfaces. The Native pedal system also allows you to go in reverse which is a huge advantage when you're trying to fish a shoreline in tidal water. I can go move forwards perfectly well in my Hobie but have to resort to the paddle when I need to go backwards. The Mariner is truly a "hands-free" experience which is great when you're fishing!

In terms of the how the Mariner paddles compared to the Hobie Revo, I would have to say that both paddle equally well for pedal boats. The Hobie Revo doesn't track as straight as the Mariner when paddling and both can be paddled at about the same rate of speed which is surprising since the Mariner is a bigger boat. I also like the simple rudder design of the Native which doesn't get hung up like the twist and stow rudder system of the Hobie and is protected by the keel of the kayak. Both rudder systems are very responsive.

The other advantage of the Native pedal system over the Hobie mirage drive is the degree of maintenance that is required for both systems. Whenever I come off the water (especially saltwater) in my Hobie I have to rinse off the mirage drive, lubricate all the moving parts, and store it in a manner that doesn't compromise the integrity of the fins. The native pedal system requires less maintenance and seems less susceptible to damage from the corrosive effects of saltwater.

Its always a tough thing to compare different kayaks since each kayak has its own strengths and weaknesses. I guess a lot of it depends on the experience and skill of the kayaker and the types of conditions/water that he or she is looking to address. I've had many different types of kayaks and I would say the best comparison is when you can go out and actually try out the boats yourself. The risk, however, is that you'll end up with as many kayaks as I have which is more than I need or can use. Hopefully, you found my comments to be helpful.

[thaistick]

thanks very much it was very informative i started with th sport now in th revo also have th pro A I fly fish so I like th fact I could stand tell u th truth I like th yak because it's more managable, BUT have to get rid of th pro A first.buy th way whats th weight, thx again have to make some decesions

[thaistick]

got th weight thx

[Yakfinatic]

Mariner was sold today......