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Home of the Patented Portable Flip-Kat®. A true Sportsman’s Kayak! We not only made the Flip-Kat® portable , but loaded with “First Of Their Kind” features that traditional kayaks don’t have. The first & only portable kayak that brings you the size, stability & features for the rigors of a true sportsman’s kayak. From the flat bottom catamaran hull design perfect for shallow running and unbelievable stability at 4’ wide x 11’3” long to an integrated whisper quiet pedal drive with zero-clearance auto kick-up prop shaft that pops up over obstacles. An ingenious Chair/Leaning post combo with 6 adjustable heights from 1” to 15” & 9 adjustable chair back angles from 90 to 45 degrees. Best of all no monthly storage cost, no trailer to buy or tag to renew. This big boy packs up small at 23” W x 53” L x 27”T to store most anywhere. Check out all the features of the Flip-Kat®!

Home of the Patented Portable Flip-Kat! A true Sportsman’s Kayak! We not only made the Flip-Kat portable , but loaded with “First Of Their Kind” features that traditional kayaks don’t have. The first & only portable kayak that brings you the size, stability & features for the rigors of a true sportsman’s kayak

A Portable Kayak Solution for Hunters, Fishermen, Photographers

FLIP-KAT® FEATURES

Folded up, the Flip-Kat® measures

53” long, 23” wide, and 27” tall and that’s

with the built-in pedal system and combo

chair/leaning post. Perfect for storing in the

corner of the garage or the hall closet.

• Ready for Water in 2 Minutes!
• Fits in an Elevator
• Unique Pedal Drive
• (OPTIONAL) TELESCOPIC FLIP-UP CANOPY
• 54 Standing and Sitting Positions
• 4 Feet of Deck Space

 Flip-Kat ® in the Media

The Flip-Kat ® kayak has been featured in a variety of media outlets & podcasts, and we are thrilled to share our latest appearance with you. Check out our podcast appearance on Paddle N' Fin Network, where we discuss the inspiration behind the Flip-Kat ®, its unique features, and how it stands out from other kayaks in the market. At Noisy River Outdoors, we believe in providing the best possible kayaking experience for our customers. We are constantly innovating and pushing the boundaries of what is possible with our Flip-Kat kayaks. Check back here and stay up-to-date with our latest media appearances and learn more about our company's mission and values. Thank you for choosing Noisy River Outdoors - we can't wait for you to experience the joy of kayaking with the Flip-Kat ® kayak!

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"The Flip Kat kayak is a fully portable catamaran style kayak that goes where you go! Regardless of your storage capabilities, the flip kat gives you the ability to get on the water anywhere you want!"

Who is the Flip-Kat® Made For?

The Flip-Kat® is the ultimate kayak for hunters who want a versatile and portable boat that can handle the demands of the great outdoors. Its flat bottom catamaran hull design allows it to navigate shallow waters with ease, making it perfect for stalking game in the marsh or the river. The kayak's integrated pedal drive provides a whisper-quiet propulsion system that won't spook game, and its adjustable chair/leaning post combination allows the user to customize their seating position for maximum comfort and ease of use during long hunting excursions. With its ability to navigate shallow waters, the Flip-Kat® allows hunters to easily pedal or paddle the kayak right to the edge of the land, swiftly hop out, and shoot game. Additionally, the kayak can be easily converted into a mobile hunting blind, making it perfect for duck hunting. Whether you're hunting in the marsh, the river, or the lake, the Flip-Kat® is the perfect kayak for hunters who want to take their adventure to the next level. Read our blog on Choosing a Hunting Kayak to learn more!

The Flip-Kat® is the perfect kayak for fishermen who want a versatile and portable boat with an integrated pedal drive, leaving their hands free to fish. Its unique kick-up propeller and flat bottom catamaran hull design allow it to encounter underwater obstacles without the user even realizing, meaning no depth of water is off limits. The kayak's pedal drive provides a whisper-quiet propulsion system that won't disturb fish, and its adjustable chair/leaning post combination allows the user to stand, sit, or lean in over 57 different positions. The Flip-Kat® offers a multitude of T-tracks and storage space for fishing gear and a telescoping canopy that protects the user from the sun while still enabling obstacle-free casting. Additionally, the Flip-Kat's folding design allows it to be easily transported and stored, making it the perfect choice for fishermen who want a kayak that is convenient, fast-launching, and simple to use. The Flip-Kat® was designed with fishermen in mind so no detail went overlooked. Read our blog on Choosing a Fishing Kayak to learn more!

The Flip-Kat® is the perfect kayak for photographers who want to get up close and personal with wildlife while enjoying the beauty of nature. Leave your zoom lens at home; its flat bottom catamaran hulls, which measure at over 11 feet long, provide stability and enable the kayak to navigate shallow waters and easily approach wildlife. The kayak's adjustable chair/leaning post combination allows the photographer to customize their seating position for maximum comfort and support for those hard-to-get photo angles. Additionally, the Flip-Kat's stability empowers the user to easily stand up and capture photos, resulting in completely unique shots. Photography gear is already heavy to carry and cumbersome to store so kayak photographers need a compact kayak like the Flip-Kat® which never requires you to lift even half of its weight during transportation. Whether you're shooting in the marshy wetlands or open ocean, the Flip-Kat® is the ultimate kayak for photographers who want to capture stunning shots of the great outdoors. Read our blog on Choosing a Photography Kayak to learn more!

The Flip-Kat® is the perfect kayak for seniors who want a versatile and portable boat that is easy to use and store. Its flat bottom catamaran hull design provides unmatched stability, allowing seniors to enjoy the great outdoors without worrying about tipping over. The kayak's folding design allows it to be easily stored in small homes, and its compact size and lightweight construction make it easy to transport. With its advanced hitch rack system, seniors will never have to lift even half the weight of the kayak, making it easy to load and unload. The kayak's adjustable chair/leaning post combination allows seniors to customize their seating position for maximum comfort, and its durable construction ensures that it will hold up to the rigors of the great outdoors. The Flip-Kat® also enables seniors to kayak for longer thanks to the ability to quickly switch from paddling to pedaling. Flip-Kat® is the ultimate kayak for seniors who want to enjoy the beauty of nature alone or keep up with their family. Read our blog on Choosing a Kayak for Seniors to learn more!

The Flip-Kat® is the ultimate kayak for leisure kayakers who want to invest in a versatile, durable portable kayak that will remain their go-to vessel as their passion for kayaking develops. Its flat bottom catamaran hull design allows it to navigate shallow waters with ease, making it perfect for exploring the shallow marsh, rocky river, or weedy lake. The kayak's integrated pedal drive provides a whisper-quiet propulsion system that allows you to enjoy the peacefulness of nature, and its adjustable chair/leaning post combination allows the user to customize their seating position for maximum comfort and ease of use. With its ample storage space, the Flip-Kat® is the perfect kayak for leisure kayakers who want to bring along plenty of snacks, books, and miscellaneous gear on their adventure. Additionally, the kayak's folding design allows it to be easily transported and stored, making it the perfect choice for leisure kayakers who want a kayak that is convenient and easy to use. Whether you're kayaking for fun, exercise, or relaxation, the Flip-Kat® is the ultimate kayak for leisure kayakers who want to enjoy the beauty of nature. Read our blog on Choosing a Portable Kayak to learn more!

Portability/ Storability

Folded up, the Flip-Kat® measures 53” long, 23” wide, and 27” tall and that’s with the built-in pedal system and combo chair/leaning post. Perfect for storing in the corner of the garage or the hall closet. Even If you live in an apartment or condo you won’t need to have a storage unit for this kayak. Simply pull it out of the closet and roll it to the elevator and go. Then slide it into your SUV, truck, RV, or UTV. You can even carry it on the Flip-Kat® hitch rack system that fits up to 2 kayaks on the back of your vehicle. Flip-Kat’s® don’t need an expensive trailer to tag, maintain, and store and you won’t spend half of your day on preparation, just grab it and go have fun!

Integrated Whisper Quiet Pedal Drive

The Flip-Kat’s® pedal drive is unlike any other on the market. It’s fully integrated into the Flip-Kat® and is ready to go when you flip it up. Its unique belt driven design allows for a powerful yet quiet experience without any of the headaches of gear driven systems. With multiple adjustable positions in the pedal drive alone there is a spot for everyone. Shallow water, logs, stumps and rocks are no problem for the auto kick-up prop

Ingenious Chair/leaning post

Spend hours out on the water in the Flip-Kat’s® ergonomically designed, fully integrated, and adjustable chair system that goes from a comfortable multi position seat to a full stand-up leaning post. The chair/leaning post combination has 6 adjustable height and 9 tilt positions. That’s 54 standing and sitting positions ranging from straight up at 90 degrees to laying back at a comfortable 45 degrees. This range of movement allows the Flip-Kat® to fit many different uses and people.

Ultimate Fishing & Hunting Platform

The Flip-Kat’s® catamaran hull design offers an unbelievably stable platform with a 4 foot wide deck. The stability allows you the freedom you need to work a fish or take that odd shot at a duck. With the chair in the leaning post position, you are secure and comfortable for stand-up sight casting, fly fishing, Bow fishing and for the duck hunters the chair goes back to a 45 degree layout position or has multiple elevated positions for easy stand up/sit-down shooting, duck blind style.

Adventure, Recreation, & Photography

The Flip-Kat® is perfect for a day out in the sun with your family and friends. Our incredibly stable kayak is also perfect for on the water photography. With one of the highest concerns being it’s stability for young and old, Flip-Kat® makes for a comfortable and secure feeling on the water. The multi-position chair and pedal drive offers a combination of over 250 positions to fit almost everyone.

For Rescue & Wildlife Enforcement

The Flip-Kat® makes a perfect everyday add on for rescue and wildlife enforcement agencies. Its ability to be stored inside or on the back of a vehicle full time yet be rapidly deployed when the need arises. The Flip-Kat® is a very capable and steady platform at 4 feet wide and over 11 feet long. This makes it significantly more secure than the traditional kayak; especially when dealing with panicked people or wildlife. With four sealed pontoons, staying afloat is significantly more reliable in rough situations.

Stable + Playful

The large 4-foot-wide deck gives you plenty of stand up, stable, moving around room so you’re not stuck in that one aching position all day. In hot weather, you can take a dip in the water and use the pull-down step system to get back on deck easily!

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The Ultimate Catamaran Kayak: W720 – A Revolution in Stability and Adventure

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary kayaking adventure? Look no further than the W720, the pinnacle of innovation in the world of kayaks. This incredible catamaran kayak skiff combines unparalleled stability, versatility, and performance to offer you an unmatched experience on the water.

Key Takeaways

Unleashing the W720: Unraveling the Wonders of Stability

The freedom to paddle or drive: unleash your inner explorer, unleash your wanderlust: endless possibilities for exploration, w720 carrying capacity and draft: a world of possibilities, gear up and set sail: onboard storage for your adventures, experience the thrill of speed: performance that leaves others in the wake, unmatched durability and craftsmanship: made in the usa, unlock limitless possibilities with the w720.

The W720 is not just your ordinary kayak – it’s a game-changer. Imagine gliding effortlessly through the water, feeling as stable as if you were aboard a small fishing boat. While not as stable as the S4 microskiff, the W720 surpasses any conventional kayak, setting a new standard in stability and seaworthiness.

With the W720, you have the flexibility to paddle or drive, ensuring an adventure tailored to your desires. You can choose to cruise in comfort, sitting on the ergonomic saddle-seat, or stand up and take in the breathtaking surroundings. This versatile vessel can carry a maximum payload of 400 lbs, making it perfect for solo journeys or accommodating a crew of two adult passengers and their gear.

The W720 is your ticket to discovering hidden gems and remote destinations. Its lightweight design allows for easy cartopping, meaning you can launch, drive, paddle, and beach anywhere your heart desires. Whether you’re touring calm waters, exploring protected bays, or venturing into estuaries, the W720 is your trusted companion, ready to transport you to new horizons.

Unveiling the W720: Features, Benefits, and Pricing

Let’s delve into the specifications of this remarkable vessel. The W720 boasts an impressive total length of 12’10” and a total boat width (beam) of 31″. With a hull width of 9″ per hull, it guarantees stability and performance like no other. The W720 even comes with a transom motor mount, allowing you to equip it with a 3 HP motor for enhanced power and maneuverability.

The W720’s generous carrying capacity of 400 lbs opens up endless opportunities. You can comfortably accommodate two adult paddlers or anglers, along with their gear. Even with the additional weight of a child, the W720 remains steady and secure, thanks to its innovative design.

No need to worry about leaving anything behind. The W720 offers an abundance of onboard storage space, totaling a whopping 20.5 cubic ft (153 gallons, 580 liters). This incredible volume allows you to bring along all your essential gear, ensuring you’re fully prepared for any adventure that comes your way. Plus, with the watertight saddle providing 180 lbs of positive buoyancy, your equipment stays safe and dry.

Whether you choose to paddle or drive, the W720 is sure to impress with its speed and agility. Powered by a tandem crew or a strong paddler, it’s significantly faster than traditional kayaks. When equipped with a 3 HP outboard motor, the W720 can reach speeds of up to 10 mph, ensuring a thrilling experience on the water.

When you invest in the W720, you’re investing in the highest quality. Made from durable High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), this kayak-skiff is built to withstand the test of time. What’s more, all Wavewalk products are proudly made in the USA, guaranteeing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.

The W720 is not just a kayak-skiff – it’s a doorway to endless adventures. Whether you’re an avid angler, a nature enthusiast, or a thrill-seeker, the W720 catamaran kayak-skiff will exceed your expectations. Unleash your wanderlust, explore uncharted waters, and experience unrivaled stability and performance.

To embark on your next great adventure, visit UpStreamPaddle and unlock the boundless world of the W720 kayak-skiff.

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FastCat12™ Catamaran

Inflatable boat, about the fastcat12™ catamaran inflatable boat.

Now LIGHTER, STRONGER, and EVEN MORE PACKABLE - Welcome to the future! Due to the latest technological advancement in double-layer, high-pressure, all-drop-stitch, fusion technology, the current generation FastCat12™ is 19 lbs. lighter than its predecessor. Weighing in at just 94 lbs. versus the previous 113 lbs. It's also incredibly stronger due to the fusion welding process and much easier to fold and pack up. The future is here - order yours today!

The FastCat12™ is a rugged, dependable, rigid, high-pressure, all-drop stitch constructed, rapid self-bailing, two-person, inflatable, FastCat12™ Catamaran Boat that provides incredible deck space and "The Smoothest Ride On The Water!"

About the FastCat™ Series

Don't purchase or consider another boat without checking out the new and incredible Sea Eagle Inflatable FastCat™ Catamaran Boat for the smoothest ride on the water and sale prices!

Tired of being bruised up and bounced around by waves, back jarring rough rides, added fuel cost, and lack of cockpit room? The new Sea Eagle Inflatable FastCat™ Catamaran Boat is the solution to all these problems and more!

This catamaran-style, rigid, high-pressure, all-drop stitch constructed, easy to set up hull is the most innovative boat to hit the market! The catamaran hull design lifts the boat up and on top of the water as if you're riding on pillowy clouds with hydro foiling shock absorbers preventing the slapping of traditional hulls. Friction is reduced, increasing fuel economy, and with four independent high-pressure safety air chambers, you're guaranteed added safety.

The Sea Eagle FastCat™ inflatable catamaran series will entirely change the way you view inflatable boats!

Specifications

Certifications

Deflated hull size, when deflated and packed well, this hull will fit in:.

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Standard Features

• NMMA & CE Certified
• All rugged, high-pressure, reinforced, drop-stitch construction
• Completely self-bailing
• 4 Independent safety air chambers
• 7 Conveniently located grab handles
• Dual EZ-attachment seating system
• Removable transom for easy storage
• High-strength bow ring
• Non-slip EVA foam covered deck
• Canopy attachment grommets and D-rings
• Dual Universal Scotty Pads for use with optional Scotty accessories
• Bottom and side protective bumper guard rubbing strakes

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FastCat12™ Catamaran Reviews

I did a ton of research before I pulled the trigger on this boat and it paid off. My first trip was in San Diego in mission bay and the boat was perfect. My self and father-in-law fished the bay for a week with no issues and were blown away how stable the boat was and received a ton of compliments. The 5hp mercury outboard compliments the boat.

I love my Seaeagle 12 Fast Cat. Use it almost everyday in Florida. Customer service is great. Had a valve leak and they sent me a box and had it back in a couple of weeks with shipping time. Just the right size if I need to deflate it and store it. Great ride and just a solid built boat.

Boat is really great. I got all the extras with electric pump, seats, bimini etc. Sets up pretty quick and easy. I went with an electric 83lbs thrust motor and batteries ( 24 volt). I can run for hours! Great to take on vacation with us. We have an RV and like to bring the golf cart and the boat once deflated takes up no room at all.

The unit fits all of our needs. It is very stable with two passengers. Plenty of room to carry a cooler. The sun shade does act like a sail in the wind but you just make the best of it. The electric motor allows one to do some fishing and not have to stay in one spot for any time. Overall, good quality, came in a timely manner and was fairly easy to assemble. It definitely takes two people to move around when inflated.

Key Features

Catamaran design.

The Sea Eagle catamaran-style hull design provides the smoothest ride on the water. Side chambers create lift and reduce friction - increasing fuel economy, handling, and performance while providing an incredible cloud cushioned ride.

Protective Rubbing Strake & Bumper Guard

Protective full-length underside rubbing strakes and side bumper guards provide added protection against bumps and abrasions where it counts most.

Multiple Grab Handles

Seven conveniently located heavy-duty grab handles for ease of carrying and water re-entry.

Universal Scotty Pads & Attachment Locations

Two rear Universal Scotty Pads and dual side pre-drill bench seats Scotty attachment locations allow for the attachment of a vast array of optional Scotty accessories including but not limited to rod holders, triple rod holder, anchor lock, bait board, camera mount, transducer mount, and more!

*Scotty accessories are additional optional purchases. See https://www.seaeagle.com/Accessories/fishing-gear

EZ-Attach Bench Seats

The EZ-Attach Bench Seats are quickly and securely attached by four easy to screw on and off knobs. Attaching your bench seats has never been easier.

Removable Transom

The removable transom makes the FastCat12™ lighter and easier to pack down smaller and check as luggage. Attach the transom and you're ready for up to a 6 hp outboard.

Canopy Attachment System

Protecting yourself from the sun and elements has never been more important. The FastCat12™ is equipped with a Canopy Attachment System for use with the optional Wide Sun & Rain Canopy.

*Wide Sun & Rain Canopy is an additional optional accessory. See https://www.seaeagle.com/Accessories/covers-canopies/wide-canopy

4 Separate Independent Safety Air Chambers

4 Separate Independent Safety Air Chambers for added safety: Starboard Side, Bow, Floor, and Portside. Providing an added level of security and peace of mind.

FastCat12™ Catamaran Discount Packages

Deluxe package.

A great package for those who already have their own motors. Featuring two bench seats, one driver's locking swivel seat, one Quick Release Seatmount, a paddle, manual pump, repair kit, and boat bag.

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Swivel Seat Canopy Package

This Swivel Seat Canopy Package provides protection from the elements. Featuring two bench seats, one driver's locking swivel seat, one passenger swivel seat, two Quick Release Seatmounts, paddle, manual pump, repair kit, boat bag, and canopy.

Watersnake Motor Canopy Package

An excellent electric motor package providing quiet speeds of up to 5 mph. Featuring a canopy, two bench seats, one driver's locking swivel seat, one passenger swivel seat, two Quick Release Seatmounts, two Scotty rod holders, paddle, manual pump, repair kit, boat bag, and the infinitely variable forward and reverse speeds Watersnake Venom 34 lb. thrust dual-purpose (salt/freshwater) electric motor.

50w Solar Boat Package

An excellent electric motor package providing quiet speeds of up to 5 mph. Featuring a canopy with a self-charging solar panel, two bench seats, one driver's locking swivel seat, one passenger swivel seat, two Quick Release Seatmounts, two Scotty rod holders, paddle, manual pump, repair kit, boat bag, and the infinitely variable forward and reverse speeds Watersnake Venom 34 lb. thrust dual-purpose (salt/freshwater) electric motor.

110w Solar Boat Package

Honda Motor Package

An excellent package providing speeds of up to 15 mph and over 30 mpg. Featuring two bench seats, one driver's locking swivel seat, one passenger swivel seat, two Quick Release Seatmounts, two Scotty rod holders, manual pump, repair kit, boat bag, and the reliable Honda 5 hp four-stroke outboard motor.

Ultimate Package

Featuring two bench seats, one driver's locking swivel seat, one passenger swivel seat, two Quick Release Seatmounts, two Scotty rod holders, manual pump, repair kit, boat bag, and the powerful Torqeedo 903L electric motor.

Torqeedo Solar Package

Featuring two bench seats, one driver's locking swivel seat, one passenger swivel seat, two Quick Release Seatmounts, two Scotty rod holders, manual pump, repair kit, boat bag, a powerful Torqeedo 903L electric motor, Solar Panel, & Canopy.

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• have been test inflated for 48 hours
• might have very minimal wear (no barnacles or algae)
• are covered by our regular 120 day money back guarantee
• and three year bow-to-stern warranty , just like our new boats.
• might contain prior-generation components

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Gray locking swivel seat.

Locking Gray Swivel Seat

Canoe/ SUP Paddle

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FC12 Boat Carry Bag

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SUP Pump w/ Pressure Gauge

Quick Release Seatmount

Wide Canopy

Wide Sun & Rain Canopy

Watersnake Venom 34

Watersnake Venom SX 34lb Thrust Electric Motor (Fresh & Saltwater)

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50W Solar Panel

50W Semi-Flexible Solar Panel w/ Charge Controller

Covered by the PowerFilm Solar Panel Warranty

Wide Solar 50 Canopy

Wide Sun & Rain Solar 50 Canopy (For use with 50W

Trolling Motor Power Center

Minn Kota Trolling Motor Power Center

Covered by the Minn Kota Manufacturer Warranty

110w Solar Panel

110 Watt Semi-Flexible Solar Panel w/ Charge Controller

Wide Solar 110 Canopy

Wide Sun & Rain Solar 110 Canopy (For use with 110W solar panel)

Honda 5S (Short Shaft)

Covered by the Honda Marine Warranty

Torqeedo 903L

Travel 903 Long Shaft w/915 Wh Battery

Covered by the Torqeedo Factory Warranty

138w Solar Panel for Torqeedo

138 Watt Semi-Flexible Solar Panel for use with Torqeedo

Covered by the Sol Go Warranty

Wide Solar 138 Canopy

Wide Sun/Rain 138 Solar Canopy (For use with 138 solar panel)

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CatamaYak: How to Build a Kayak Catamaran

August 14, 2013 By John P.

We happen to own four identical kayaks, we bought the Equinox 10.4 kayaks at Costco, and we started working on ways to hack them to make them even better! First, I hacked a motor onto my kayak , and then I thought I’d give it a shot and see if we could build a catamaran out of a couple of em.

The CatamaYak Concept

When we go out on the water there is usually a group of us. Some are faster than others, and some just enjoy a leisurely time on the lake. We wanted to be able to turn a couple of kayaks into a floating relaxation station and give it a motor so that a couple of people could simply sit back and relax while still being able to tag along.

The CatamaYak needed to have a few important characteristics:

• be light and easy to assemble at the lake
• be extremely waterproof and not get slippery
• be durable enough to take a pounding from the waves
• be rigid enough to deal with the forces encountered

Given the design considerations I took a few measurements and drew up a quick sketch of the components and how I imagined they would fit together.

If you are going to design your own there are a few important things to keep in mind.

• The bow (nose) of the kayak is generally narrower than the stern (rear). So don’t just make the front and rear crossbeams the same length or it will look funny and not perform as well.
• You could substitute wood 2x4s for PVC in my design, but its not going to last as long and its going to flex and expand as it takes on water. Its also going to be a LOT heavier.
• If you intend to add a motor like I did you must make sure that the distance between the two kayaks in the center is sufficient for the motor to turn 360 degrees without the blades hitting the side of the watercraft.

The Kayak Catamaran Parts List

Everything I used for this experiment came from Lowe’s. I’m sure you could also find it at Home Depot or other home improvement stores.

• 3 – 10′ sections of 2″ PVC pipe
• 4 – 2″ PVC T sections
• 4 – 2″ PVC end caps
• PVC cleaner and cement
• 1 – 18″ x 72″ wood board
• 4 – 2″ stainless steel U bolts with lock nuts and washers
• 4 – 5″ stainless steel eye bolts with lock nuts and washers
• 1 – 8′ 2×4 (or a couple of 8″ scraps)
• 2 – 8″ 5/8×16 bolts with lock nuts and washers
• 4 – Ratcheting straps

I also needed a rubber mallet, wrenches, a drill, a set of drill bits, and a table saw. You could do without the table saw by having the store cut the wood for you.

Building the Kayak Catamaran

The first thing I did was set the two kayaks beside one another and lay the crossbeam PVC pipes on top of it. This allowed me to take measurements and make sure my design was roughly accurate.

It turns out that the exact finished dimensions worked perfectly for my kayaks and particular brand of trolling motor (Minn Kota 30 pound unit). See the design sketch above if you have Equinox 10.4 kayaks and want to exactly duplicate this build.

I then cut all the PVC pipes and dry fit the pieces. I used my table saw to cut the PVC, but you could use a hacksaw and do it by hand, or you could use a reciprocating saw or basically anthing with a blade long enough to go through 2″ of PVC. Its a very soft material so its easy to cut – but keep your cut very straight as you go. The pieces won’t fit properly if the cuts are all crooked.

Then it was time to attach the pieces. First, you must start with the rectangular center frame, and you have to be VERY careful when assembling this piece to make sure you get it extremely straight!

I carefully cleaned and cemented each fitting and lightly attached a T union to one end of the support frame. I then VERY QUICKLY laid it on the flat piece of wood to make sure the T’s were pointing straight. After a little adjusting I took a rubber mallet and pounded the T’s on as far as they would go.

You’ll know when the pieces are fully inserted because there is a little ridge in each connector or end cap that won’t let the pipe go any farther. So you don’t need to worry that you put it in too far. In fact, if you follow my design its extremely important that all PVC is assembled as tightly as possible for proper fit and structural integrity.

If done right you can look inside the T fitting and see there are no gaps and some of the cement is pretty much sealing all the way around the tube where they meet.

First glue up both end pieces, then attach the two long PVC supports to one end, and follow up by attaching the other end piece – which will require you to glue up two pipes at the same time. Work quickly as the PVC cement drys fast! And remember – HAMMER EVERYTHING TOGETHER WITH A RUBBER MALLET!

After that you’re in the home stretch. Time to glue on the cross beam pieces. These are the most critical joints so make sure they are very clean and you have plenty of cement. You don’t want these to break on the water! Also, notice again that in my design the front and rear are different lengths. Here is a photo showing just one side glued up.

Once you’ve finished connecting all the PVC joints and adding end caps, you can lay the frame back down on your kayaks and begin attaching the connecting hardware. First up, the wooden platform needs to be connected on top. This serves two purposes. First, it provides a lot of torsional rigidity. And secondly, it gives you a spot where you can put stuff!

I used 4 long eye bolts pointing upwards to connect the wood to my PVC frame by drilling down through the wood and directly through the center of each of the 4 T-connectors in the corners. By using the eye bolts it gives connection points in each of the 4 corners that can be used for lashing things to the top, or could even be used for lifting / hanging the platform.

You’re going to attach 4 eye bolts pointing downward from the end of each crossbeam. These are going to be used for connecting the ratcheting strap to hold the kayaks in place.

The other end of the strap mounting is a U bolt mounted directly on the platform. Make sure and leave enough room that the ratchet can be entirely on top when its mounted securely. This does a couple of things, but most importantly it allows you to ratchet it up a little while on the water if it loosens up, which it will do a bit when it gets wet. I’ve already proven out this point on the Lake, so don’t skip it.

You’re about done at this point! Now if you intend to mount a motor on it you need to add a wood block that will fit it. I accomplished this by cutting two 2×4″s down to 8″ wide. These were attached with several stainless steel screws and an L bracket (found near the fencing stuff in the lumber department) for some added rigidity. I wanted to make sure there was NO flex with the motor so all of the power translated to forward momentum instead of any wiggle in the mount.

At this point you should be done and ready to simply slip a ratcheting strap under each mounting point, front and rear, on both Kayaks and secure them tightly.

We took the double Kayak Catamaran out on the lake for the day and it performed FAR better than I ever expected! The little 30 pound Minn Kota trolling motor was able to EASILY push the watercraft! By the way, you need to really watch the video I did about the single Kayak motor mount in order to see how to wire it up and which battery to use, etc. But even with the little trolling motor battery I used we were out on the lake messing around with the motor in use for over an hour and only used 20% of the battery life.

Not only was this rig able to easily push and steer the CatamaYak, but we were able to even TOW both of the other Kayaks without any issue! Amazing.

A couple of last little things. You’ll see in all of the photos that the wood panel in the middle is exposed untreated wood. That’s because we bought some special textured extremely waterproof paint to cover it with, but I didn’t do it before the first trip out to the lake. We’ll be painting it for long term durability soon.

Finally, if you do this, you’re technically changing your kayak into a home built motor boat. And in Texas, and probably most states, you’re going to have to register it as a watercraft. It costs like $30 in Texas to do it, but be warned that if the lake police come by you could be ticketed for taking this on the water without registration. So make sure you’re covered so you don’t worry about it.

Oh, and be prepared for a LOT of attention on the water! Because no one has ever seen anything like this before so they’ll all want to be checking it out!

So, that’s it! I hope you guys enjoy the hack / build. Let me know if you have any questions in the comments below and I’ll help as best I can. This is a project that you can build in just a couple of hours if you have the right tools, and the entire cost was around $100 including PVC, wood, bolts, paint, etc. So that’s a pretty good value!

John P. is a former CEO, former TV Show Host, and the Founder and Wizard behind Texas Metal Works . You can find him on Twitter , Facebook and LinkedIn . Feel free to send shoutouts, insults, and praise. Or Money. Money is good.

May 11, 2016 at 9:30 pm

This is awesome! I am with Robert on the straps..confused about the role of the U bolts. I thought the ratchet strap hooked back to the platform eye bolt. Please clarify. By the way John, why did you take yours apart?

May 12, 2016 at 10:32 am

I used the u-bolts on the platform so that the base of the ratchets could lay flat against the wood once everything was tightened up. This way when you’re on the water you can use one hand to ratchet it tighter if need be.

You may be able to use the same I look somewhere and put both ends of the ratchet on it. You just want to make sure that you have enough room for the straps to Route Around everything and still be accessible when you’re on the water. It could be fairly disastrous to have anything separate with your stuff on that Central platform. It would pretty much just think…

I disassembled mine because I wasn’t going to register it as a watercraft, and it takes up too much room in the garage for something I’m not using constantly. If we had a lake house I would have definitely left it hooked up. It was great! :-)

December 14, 2015 at 5:37 pm

This is something I have been wanting to do for a long time. Great instructions. One thing that isn’t clear to me is how the ratchet straps attach to the u-bolts. Could yo show a top view picture to make it easy to see? Thanks.

January 5, 2016 at 10:59 pm

Sorry Robert, I took it apart a while back so I can’t take a photo any more. But since the ratcheting straps have hooks on them, as long as you get them hooked into the eye bolt and just tighten them up, they’ll stay! :-)

April 10, 2015 at 10:53 am

Great modification! I have 2 identical Perception Sport Pescador 120 kayaks and this has definitely inspired me to build a similar setup. I also own a Hobie Adventure island and love the extra space gained from the trapoline sides between the kayak and the amas (just like your wooden platform has done). You could also add additional cargo space to the void formed between the wooden platform and the front of the two kayaks from a lightweight water repellent material. Great work, thanks for sharing!

July 14, 2014 at 9:27 am

I wanted to say thank you for posting this project. My son is handicapped and i had wanted to take him our on my kayaks and could not imagine how to make it safe for him to enjoy. This is perfect. We even got a thumbs up from the Vessel Assist Boat Crew on our Maiden Voyage. The stability is amazing even in Lake Washington with the chop and larger motorized vessels. Your measurements were spot on for our boats. High Five! Would love to share a pic. This has opened up a whole new world to a boy and his dog. Thank you!

July 23, 2014 at 11:30 pm

Yeah! I’m so happy to hear that this was helpful! :-)

August 15, 2013 at 8:33 am

That definitely seems easier than I thought.

August 14, 2013 at 2:40 pm

I was going to say if John built it a Catastrophe but it looks pretty good. Cali has large feet or John has small ones. :)

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What is a Catamaran?

Definition: A Catamaran, a.k.a. ‘Cat’ is a twin hulled watercraft that features two slender, parallel hulls of equal size, and an upper structure that holds them together at a distance from each other. This structure makes the typical catamaran a geometry-stabilized craft, that derives its lateral stability from its wide beam and the distribution of its buoyancy along its sides. The catamaran’s two hulls combined often have a smaller hydrodynamic resistance than monohulls of comparable size, and therefore require less propulsive power. Catamarans range in size from small sailing boats and motorboats to large ships and ferries. The structure connecting a catamaran’s twin hulls can vary from a simple, lightweight frame to a bridging superstructure, namely deck from which the catamaran is operated, and can be used for carrying freight and passengers.

Are the Wavewalk 700 and S4 Catamarans?

Both these Wavewalks are catamarans since they feature two distinctive hulls, but they are not catamarans in the traditional sense: The Wavewalk design is based on a proprietary (patented) invention – a new type of small watercraft. This patent is entitled “Twin Hull Personal Watercraft”, which is revealing of the fact that a Wavewalk is meant to serve one person, or a small number of persons, and closely interact with them. A Wavewalk is designed around the person and for that person, and it offers them the optimal means to balance themselves. Wavewalk and user are an integrated system that can achieve the most stability in a watercraft of similar size and even bigger ones. Unlike a typical catamaran, a Wavewalk is narrow – It is slightly wider than its operator, similarly to typical monohull paddle craft such as kayaks and canoes. The user of a Wavewalk operates the boat neither from one of its hulls nor from the top of a deck-like structure that bridges the hulls of a classic catamaran. Instead, the Wavewalk user operates it from within, with a leg in each of the boat’s two hulls. The user’s feet rest firmly on the bottom of the hulls, below waterline, namely as low as possible. And this is the main difference between a Wavewalk and a typical, wide catamaran – The Wavewalk is a smaller and narrower watercraft whose design offers a hull for each of its user’s legs, combined with a longitudinal saddle seat, as means for them to balance themselves effortlessly, intuitively, and with the maximum effect. In sum, the Wavewalk is different from a typical catamaran in that it is not a pure form-stabilized boat, but one that combines more than one feature and approach in order to maximize stability*

Another difference between the Wavewalk and a typical catamaran is the form of the structure that connects its twin hulls. This structure is called the Saddle, because it resembles the type of seat found in personal watercraft (PWC) a.k.a. ‘Jet-Ski’, snowmobiles, and all-terrain vehicles (ATV), all of which are high-performance personal vehicles.

If it’s a catamaran, can the Wavewalk be a kayak, a boat, or a PWC?

Thanks to the fact that the S4 features two totally distinct catamaran hulls, the authorities, namely the US Coast Guard, officially classify the Wavewalk S4 as a Multihull Boat. The reason the S4 is classified as a boat and not a kayak is the fact that Wavewalk, its manufacturer, set the max recommended power for it to 6 HP, which is beyond the power range allowed for motorized kayaks its size. However, the W700 is classified as a kayak because Wavewalk set the maximum recommended power for it to 3 HP, which is within the range allowed for kayaks its size.

The Wavewalk design is considerably more stable than kayaks are, including the wide fishing kayaks. It tracks better than kayaks, and paddles infinitely better in strong wind, which is why it does not require a rudder. The Wavewalk also offers much more storage space. But most importantly, unlike monohull kayaks that force their users to paddle seated in the notoriously uncomfortable L posture, the Wavewalk is back pain free , since it offers it users to comfortably ride its ergonomic saddle, with a leg on each side of their body.

The unique combination of maximal stability and better ergonomics makes the Wavewalk such a perfect match for a motor.

A personal watercraft (PWC)?

Riding the saddle of a motorized Wavewalk® S4 at a speed of 17 mph is an exhilarating sensation that may remind the driver of a PWC, but the latter type of watercraft features much more powerful engines, and can go much faster than the S4. Additionally, PWC are designed for instant full recovery in case they capsize and their user survives… which is not the case with a motorized Wavewalk.

Even a small boat is still much wider than a kayak, or canoe, which is why it’s practically impossible to paddle a boat to any meaningful distance. This extra width gives a boat a significant stability advantage over kayaks and canoes, and typically, a normal size person can stand on one side of a boat without tipping over. But a normal size person can do this in a Wavewalk® 700 too, and this unique fact places the Wavewalk® 700 in a class of its own – a kayak that offers the stability of a small boat. Motorized, a Wavewalk® 700 offers the stability performance of a small boat, on top of its unique and unrivaled performance in terms of mobility, comfort, storage space, etc. As for the S4, it is considerably more stable and seaworthy than other boats of similar size.

What about A canoe?

Canoes can be very big, and transport up to dozens of passengers. The popular North American recreational canoes that measure up to 17 ft in length can take 3 to 4 adult passengers on board. While Wavewalks work perfectly with single-blade (canoe) paddles, both solo and in tandem, they can carry less payload than large size canoes do. However, a Wavewalk tracks better than a canoe does, and unlike canoes, it is easy to paddle in strong wind .

… and a motorized canoe?

A motorized square-stern canoe performs much like a lightweight dinghy, and as such it doesn’t work very well as a dedicated paddle craft, namely a canoe…. In addition, it is usually less stable than a typical dinghy, which is wider. Thanks to its slender, parallel twin hulls, the Wavewalk® 700 tracks better than a motorized canoe, it’s more stable, and being narrower it paddles better as well. Driving a Wavewalk® 700 is easier too, thanks to the ergonomics of its saddle, and the fact that the motor is located closer to the middle of the boat, away from its stern, which improves balance.

In the sense that it works well as a micro skiff, namely a small, flat bottomed boat used for fishing in flats, estuaries and protected bays, yes, a motorized Wavewalk® 700 is an ultra lightweight, trailer-free micro skiff, and it can even be outfitted with a bow mounted electric trolling motor powered by a battery fed by the alternator in a small stern mounted outboard motor. This said, its form is very different.

The Wavewalk S4 is more seaworthy than other micro skiffs, as well as more versatile since it works well as a paddle craft, so unlike other microskiffs, it cannot get stranded in shallow water and ebbing tides.

* Interestingly, the crew of competition sailing catamarans has to relocate from one side of their boat to the other in order to help stabilize it.

3 thoughts on “Personal Catamaran”

An Observation:

The USCG designation of kayak is beneficial to Wavewalk purchasers but the unique multi-hull configuration does present some identity issues with conventional yak owners.

IMHO, most kayaks are uncomfortable for extended use, relatively unstable, and soak your butt. When a newer design solves those issues, there may be some envy issues… Like, misery loves company.

It appears the best market of the W500 & W700 boats is for people who prefer to be happy on the water regardless of what they enjoy doing. Whether you fish, photograph, snorkel, paddle, motor, or hot dog standing up planing on a choppy lake with your joystick in hand, it is pretty hard to be unhappy in a Wavewalk vessel. Simply replace your aching back, wet butt, aggravating expense and maintenance with simple joy.

Is there a better reason to own a magic boat?

The Wavewalk is a magic boat, but the kayak market is crowded with manufacturers, importers, and vendors, and the average retail price of a kayak is around $550… Also, when someone thinks “I want to paddle a kayak” or “I want to fish from a kayak” the image they have in their mind is that of a conventional, monohull kayak.

Thus, it becomes our challenge to show that the twin hull W-design is a better alternative. I know you’ve been doing this for quite some time while making design improvements and expanding the product line.

Recently, I listed two fiberglass boats on Craigslist:

The 20′ Shamrock and trailer fixer upper generated a lot of calls at $1,500 but the sale came from putting it on the street. It was the perfect affordable father/son challenge for a neighbor of mine.

The deckless 35′ open catamaran hull listed for six grand at our local boatyard sold very quickly based upon a great open ocean design that could be completed for whatever need someone might have. I got wonderful calls from people with both vision and cash.

It is now destined to be a mother ship for a jet ski business in Miami.

Finding happy people with vision and cash to purchase a better kayak design that suits their needs is not impossible. But, it may be a greater challenge in this particular election year.

The only endorsement here is for choosing a Wavewalk.

Time to spread more joy…

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N ative Watercraft has taken on the development of the Biyak catamaran. The boat features twin pontoons held together with a metal frame. The pontoons can be moved in and out to improve paddling speed or stability depending on the need. Back at the launch, collapse the pontoons to load the boat in the back of a pick-up truck. Or quickly remove the frame and stack the parts in an SUV. Native added a high-low seat with storage compartment. The final version of Biyak will accept an electric or gas motor. Storage hatches in the pontoons will accept camping gear.

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“The Biyak began a number of years ago with work on a pedal drive design,” said the designer Aaron Baldwin. “I couldn’t afford one of the existing systems, and building my own seemed easily done. Turns out that was a pretty naive assumption, but there were enough early successes to keep me trying.

My concept was based on the way that a duck swims. “Folding paddles” fold shut on the forward stroke and open on the propulsive stroke.  I had a way to link the two arms and a way to rotate each paddle to create reverse direction. The biggest trick was finding the right materials and hinge system for the folding paddles. In my shop there is a large bucket stuffed with failed prototypes. I call it “the bucket of failure.”  A few hundred trips in and out of dumpsters, a little thermoforming on my gas grill, and I finally have something that works well. I was awarded a patent on the design in the fall of 2013.

The Biyak came about because I needed something to mount the pedals to. Originally, I had stripped up some ¼” plywood and tacked them together with a brad nailer. The result was a blocky looking punt. It served its purpose, but was not an ideal form. Another designer, who was looking at the pedal drive, suggested that it would work well on a catamaran-style kayak. He was right and somewhere along the way of building a wooden catamaran it occurred to me that an adjustable beam would be easily doable. Naïve, again.

I built two wooden prototypes and one fiberglass.  In each version, I tweaked and adjusted until I was confident enough to have an ABS prototype thermoformed. I’m very pleased with the result. I have a deep love for fishing and the Biyak is an excellent fishing platform.  In its narrow configuration, the width is 30”, so it paddles well with a kayak paddle.  At its widest, it is around 46” and super stable. It breaks down into three components, each being light enough to easily car-top.

Now that I have been messing around with it, I’ve realized that for some folks the rowing set-up or the sail rig might be primary reasons for Biyaking. I think the boat is ready for production and I don’t know what I will do without having it to worry over. Fortunately, there are a lot of Biyak accessories yet to be designed.

Biyak and Pedal Drive Design Description:

The patent pending Biyak is a catamaran-style kayak with an adjustable beam.  It is thermoformed from ABS plastic and can easily be broken down into three components and lifted for car-topping by a single person.

The patented pedal drive is based on the way that a duck swims.  “Folding paddles” fold shut on the forward stroke and open on the propulsive stroke.  Rotatable arms allow the paddle orientation to be spun 180 degrees to allow for reverse.

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As much as we here at Yak Logic love kayaks we also understand that sometimes you’ve got to split off from the herd and do your own thing. Kayaks have a lot of advantages over other vessel types, but they aren’t the end all be all of small boats. There’s a wide world of personal watercraft that will get you where you’re going, with or without a paddle. We’ve limited our list of kayak alternatives to boats that are comparable in both size and function; so bass boats, yachts, and most things made of fiberglass didn’t make the cut.

Kayaks are such a popular fishing craft because they’re pretty well balanced in multiple dimensions. For the most part yaks offer decent performance in mobility, portability, stability, and so on. The vessels below have opted to spend most of their spec points in a single trait. So rather than balanced builds you’ll find boats that are really good in one facet like stability or portability. Just remember that there is no perfect boat. It’s important to find the vessel that fits your style and waters.

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The UltraSkiff may look a little funny at first glance. There aren’t too many boats on the water that don’t immediately have a discernible bow or stern. After a closer look though you’ll see that this modern day coracle is a well thought out one man fishing machine. This donut shaped skiff was designed to provide the portability of a kayak with the greater stability of a jon boat. The result is a compact circular craft that weighs in at just 123 lbs, which is a smidge more than most 12′ fishing kayaks.

We’re confident when we say that the Ultra Skiff is the most stable personal watercraft out there; it’s almost impossible to tip it using just your bodyweight. The inverted sloped gunwales counteract freeboard slope to self stabilize and provide an ultra-stable standing platform. A transom mount in the stern fits a trolling motor and the deck is adorned with hatches, cleats, and ram mounts. The center seat mount can accommodate a variety of seat types, but we’re most fond of the pedestal mounted chair. The higher seat is great for sight fishing and makes sit-to-stand transitions quick and easy. One of our favorite features is how it’s transported; there’s no need for wheels. Simply turn the UltraSkiff on its side and roll it down the dock.

The UltraSkiff 360 is a nifty little boat that’s perfect if you’re looking for incredible stability in a small package. Its smaller form factor makes it a great option for those with limited space. A few straps will secure this to almost any roof rack with ease. And it can be mounted to the back of an RV without increasing your anxiety going under bridges. The American made UltraSkiff 360 comes in a few different packages all of which run under $2,000.

If you’re looking to get out on the water on a budget than a float tube might be in your future. It’s one of the smallest, lightest, and cheapest crafts out there that’s still suitable for fishing. This type of “boat” doesn’t even really qualify as paddlecraft because…there’s no paddles. Float tubes are propelled by either the river current or your own feet with some flippers on them, which is how they earned their nickname: kickboats.

Fishing float tubes are a few steps above the plastic versions found on your local lazy river. The Classic Accessories Cumberland Float Tube featured above has a reinforced PVC bottom for scraping along river rocks and a padded seat for a comfortable ride. Side pockets, velcro rod holders, and a cup holder will carry a small amount of gear and some tasty adult beverages if you’re intent on a more relaxing experience. The Cumberland can be carried like a backpack and at only 17 lbs won’t break your back. There are a few different models and colors that usually come in around $200.

Packrafts are small inflatable one-man boats that can be used in any type of water. They became popular after WW2 when adventurous outfitters began reselling the surplus of emergency survival rafts pulled from aircraft. Packrafts typically weigh just a few pounds, between 5 and 10 for whitewater types, and can fold up into a very small package. Ambitious paddlers will often hike up a set of rapids or other water and float back down – a feat enabled by it’s low weight and diminutive size.

Just like kayaks packrafts are generally designed for a specific application. Whitewater focuses on lighter weight and manueverability, recreational rafts add more creature comforts, and so on. We’re fond of the Sea Eagle PackFish 7 , a fishing focused packraft. It’s a little heavier at 22 lbs. However that weight is justified by the extra amenities it affords specifically for fishing. The PackFish 7 comes with two built in rod holders, stow pouches for gear and tackle, a comfortable seat, and even cupholders. Best of all the reinforced floor permits standing in calm water – a feature seldom seen on comparably sized models. The Sea Eagle PackFish 7 starts at $379 and is the perfect boat to keep in the trunk of your car for impromptu adventures.

Pontoon Float

The word “Pontoon Boat” usually conjures up images of hard partying co-eds and sun-burned bros on a lake somewhere in the SouthWest. While aluminum pontoons are great for housing a rowdy good time you can throw your own mini boat party for considerably less. Inflatable pontoon boats offer a compact fishing experience at a very affordable price. These boats fill the niche in vessels that are more comfortable and feature rich than packrafts but lower priced than a fishing kayak.

The Colorado XT , made by Classic Accessories, offers a comprehensive fishing experience that’s ready to rock right out of the box. We like that this pontoon boat includes features that are often accessories on kayaks. The XT comes with an anchoring system, integrated wheel for transport, motor mount, and detachable gear bags. A swivel seat in the cockpit is great for casting in all directions and the footrests keep your feet dry. Two oarlocks and the included 7′ oars serve as your main means of propulsion – but we highly recommend upgrading to a trolling motor.

These types of boats, and the Colorado XT in particular, are very popular among fly fisherman and anglers who frequent flat water. Although they’re inflatable most people tend to keep these craft fully assembled as they aren’t the easiest to break-down. Nevertheless their light weight, just 68 lbs, makes transportation super easy. The fabric pontoons can be strapped down on any car without fear of scuffs or scratches. The Colorado XT is a great value for fisherman who want a fully capable fishing rig at a lower price.

Stand Up Paddleboard

Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP) exploded in popularity in the early 2010’s. Their extreme stability, lightweight, and ease of transportation made them more accessible to recreational paddlers than larger canoes and kayaks. In addition SUP’s are pretty easy to operate. A flatter learning curve allowed rookie paddlers to go from novice to pro in record time.

Fishing SUP’s present a few distinct advantages. To begin with they provide an excellent standing platform which makes sight fishing a breeze. With a little practice you can easily walk from bow to stern. The wide open deck also makes casting in any direction unhindered and uncomplicated. SUPs also present a degree of simplicity that tricked out yaks and canoes can’t offer. Besides your board a cooler, paddle, and rod are all that it takes to get out on the water.

The SUP market is almost as wide and varied as the kayak market. Size, shape, and material differ to accentuate either speed, mobility, or stability. The Kaku Kayak Kahuna Fishing SUP pictured above is a great all-around fishing SUP. It features 6 tie downs for securing your cooler, a small front hatch, and threaded inserts to mount a power pole. Gear trac on each side makes throwing up a rod holder or adding other accessories simple. At 60 lbs the Kaku SUP is easy to cartop and walk down the beach. The Kaku Kayak Fishing SUP has an MSRP of $899.

Expandacraft

Humans have been playing around with boat designs ever since they learned that wood floats. For a lot of boaters half the fun is in tweaking their ride until it fits their style perfectly. If you’re interested in tweaking your boat, or even just building a new boat altogether, than Expandacraft’s suite of pontoons and brackets might be right up your alley.

Based out of St. Petersburg Florida Expandacraft has been designing and manufacturing kayak and boat parts for bespoke watercraft since 2002. Their wide selection can be used in a variety of creative ways. If you want a little extra stability on your existing kayak you can rig up an outrigger and throw a net on it for extra storage. Or if you’ve always dreamed of converting your old aluminum canoe into a sailing catamaran, well you can do that to it.

We encourage you to check out the Expandacraft website if you’re serious about modifying your boat. They’ve got an amazing selection of different pontoons, brackets, sails, and decking that can fit any application. There are also pictures of some really amazing builds that can help inspire you. In addition to parts they also sell boat kits such as the PaddleCat – a twin hull vessel with pontoons that quickly disassemble into 3 parts each. Our favorite is probably the 21′ tri-hull expedition raft – that would be a fun camping trip.

Crossovers and hybrids are a common trend in any sort of vehicle. The idea is to take the best parts from each craft and merge them into one for better performance. Saturn’s hybrid Kaboat has done just that with surprising success. Its borrowed elements from kayaks and boats, specifically a dinghy, to deliver an inexpensive and versatile inflatable craft.

The Kaboat is a soft floored elongated pontoon craft with a transom insert and aluminum seats. The long length and narrow beam allows the Kaboat to get up on plane with relatively little power. A 6 hp Tohatsu or Mercury will do it with one person and light gear. However the transom on most models will support a 10 hp motor if you want more power. An optional floor insert will provide more rigidity for standing on flat water. Multiple d-rings, tie downs, and grommets make accessorizing easy for the average diy’er.

Saturn’s Kaboat is available in several different lengths, colors, and outfitted options. This is a great boat if you’re looking for an inexpensive way to take your friends out on the water. The 18′ version can hold 4-5 people comfortably and is usually priced around $1,200. We doubt there’s a more affordable boat out there that can as many people. Whether you want to cruise down a river with your buddies or spearfish in the open ocean the Kaboat can work in just about any marine environment.

Twin Hull Kayaks/Biyaks

What’s better than a kayak? Two kayaks! That’s more or less the design philosophy behind a twin hull kayak and the reasoning definitely holds water. Two rotomolded and streamlined pontoons are connected with decking to provide an incredibly stable fishing platform. All that extra deck space permits for a spacious and unconfined cockpit that makes casting in any direction a breeze. The biggest selling point on a twin hull kayak is the extra stability. You can walk around the deck with confidence just as if you were on a bass boat.

Twin hull kayaks, also known as Biyaks, offer extra storage, comfort, and capacity than kayaks while maintaining low draft and easy portability. All of those amenities do come at the cost of quite a bit of extra weight though. Fully rigged biyaks can easily tip the scales at 170 lbs. Luckily most models collapse or disassemble to some extent in order to facilitate easier transportation.

There are currently only two major US players in double hull kayaks: Jackson and Native. However we expect that more and more manufacturers will begin to introduce models as these monstrous yaks begin to grow in popularity.

Blue Sky Boatworks

The Blue Sky Boatworks brand launched under Jackson Kayaks around 2018 and quickly took the lead in the Twin Hull market. Their 360 Angler measures 48″ wide and features the Jackson Flex Drive, an integrated wheel system, and a pedestal mounted throne. Four storage hatches provide access to pontoon interiors for incredible storage while raised t-track handles double as convenient spots for kayak accessories. Finally the beefy rudder is controlled by hand throttles placed on each side of the chair. The number of nuanced and thoughtful features on this boat is incredible. Suffice it to say that the 360 angler is awesome. The 360 Angler has an MSRP of $3,999. If you want to bring the whole family (even grandma) then consider the 2020 Blue Sky Boatworks Tricat (pictured above) for $5,999.

The Native Biyak offers paddlers seeking a twin hull platform a smaller and more flexible option. At 12’7″ long, 30″ wide, and 129 lbs fully rigged the Biyak sounds like a regular kayak on paper. The real trick is that this dub yak easily expands to 50″ wide to provide an incredibly stable standing platform. A sliding rail system permits on the fly width adjustment; so you can paddle to your favorite spot while it’s narrow and then kick out the sides once you’re there.

In addition to this nifty trick the Biyak has the normal array of features that Native fans love and expect. The Hi-Lo lawn chair style offers exceptional comfort and storage is plentiful with four pontoon hatches and one in the center platform. Gear track in the middle offers convenient placement for rod holders and marine mat affords extra grip for standing. There’s no pedal system available for the Native Biyak, so if that’s a must have than the Blue Sky is your only double hull option for hands free fishing. The benefit of a simpler system though is a lower price; the Native Biyak is priced at $1,999.

Micro Skiff

One of the biggest drawbacks of any paddlecraft is its range. Even motorized kayaks, rigged with either a trolling motor or 2.5hp two stroke, are limited to excursions between 5 and 10 miles. Displacement hulls, which are near universal among kayaks, place a hard limit on top speed which is impractical and inefficient to overcome. Bigger boats with planing hulls will provide much more range and convenience but at the cost of a deeper draft, which prevents access to skinny (shallow) waters.

If you’re looking for range, speed, and low draft than there’s really no better option than a micro skiff. Micro Skiffs are a class of flat bottom vessels that typically measure less that 18′, can hold 2-3 people, and fit a 30 hp outboard motor. They’re great for zipping out over flats or even open water in mild conditions. You won’t find the amenities that bigger boats afford such as sound systems, cupholders, or cushy seats. Instead you’ve got an awesome one man ride that’s fun to captain and fish from.

There’s a wide range of microskiffs out there but we’re fond of a few that come in on the smaller side.

Crescent Kayaks Solo Skiff is a rotomolded microskiff that resembles a stretched out kayak. At 41″ wide and 14’5″ long the Solo Skiff can fit into the bed of a pickup truck, and at 150 lbs it’s still possible to manage by yourself. It fits a 6 hp motor on a conveniently placed recessed transom which will have you flying across the water with a top speed of ~17 mph. Durable HDPE will hold up a lot better than fiberglass when you run into the occasional oyster bed or rocky beach. The front hatch also features inlets and can be used as a livewell for bait or catch. Hatches and rod holders offer bountiful storage for gear, while the wide open deck can be easily customized with kayak and marine accessories. The Solo Skiff retails for $1,915.

FishSkiff 16

If you’re in the market for a small skiff, but don’t want to deal with the nuisances of storage and transportation, then the Sea Eagle FishSkiff 16 is the answer. This 16′ long inflatable skiff, the longest in Sea Eagles’ fleet, has a weight capacity of 1,765 lbs and can seat up to three people comfortably. Three inflatable sections covered in drop stitch reinforced 1,000 denier fabric provide an extremely rigid and durable build which makes for a stable and seaworthy boat. The reinforced transom can fit a 5 hp motor and you’ll hit incredible fuel economy considering the FishSkiff 16 has a base weight of only 99 lbs. The FishSkiff is the only inflatable fishing skiff out there and base packages start at just $1,999.

WaveWalk S4

Hailing from the rocky shores of Rhode Island the WaveWalk S4 is a rugged and lightweight twin-hull microskiff built for speed and stability. Twin pontoons are smartly joined via an integral saddle seat in a single rotomolded hull weighing only 98 lbs. At 13’ long and 38” wide it’s the only microskiff we’ve come across that’s can still be car-topped, albeit with a little muscle. 

The S4 can fit two of your friends and plenty of gear with a capacity of 600 lbs. While it’s thin enough to be paddled the S4 really shines with a small outboard; a 9.9 will provide enough power to drive you through chop and rough. 

The Wavewalk S4 is a great option for inshore boot-scooting and even offshore long hauling. You’ll sacrifice some deck-space with the saddle seat. But it’s well worth the trade-off for the gain in stability. The Wavewalk S4 retails for $2,780 plus shipping, and is proudly made in the USA.

Overview on Kayak Alternatives

Our love for kayaking runs deep. So writing about boats that aren’t kayaks brings tiny yak tears to our hairy yak eyes. We’re practical paddlers though – so we recognize that the kayak alternatives have their place on the water. Small boats of all types are awesome and excel in areas that kayaks can only make a mediocre effort. Whatever you’re looking for there’s a boat out there that will suit your needs. Please let us know your thoughts in the comments below and stay tuned for more alternative featurettes in the future.

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Ultimate 14.5 Tandem

Ultimate 14.5 Tandem Description

This is the lightest weight tandem hybrid kayak on the market. Comfort, durability and open canoe-like layout make this a great family, fishing, hunting or recreational kayak. Easy to pack up for a day or overnight trip, the tandem is budget priced and ready to take you and the family on an adventure of a lifetime.

Ultimate 14.5 Tandem Specs and Features

• Structure: Rigid / Hard Shell
• Cockpit Type: Sit on Top / Open Cockpit
• Seating Configuration: Tandem
• Ideal Paddler Size: Average Adult
• Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate

Native Watercraft Ultimate 14.5 Tandem Reviews

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After significant research and demoing boats I selected the Ultimate 14.5 Tandem and am very impressed.

I was looking for a relatively light and versatile boat that could accommodate one or two adults plus a toddler. Paddled many times on a local lake. Overall very impressed with the ride and maneuverability. Very happy with this boat. Much lighter than comparable boats of this caliber.

In reference to the negative review posted previously, you need two foam blocks that should have come with the boat purchase to wedge in beside the seat and stabilize the seat in solo mode. This youtube video demonstrates how to do it:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_NblUzi0cM (Converting the Ultimate 14.5 tandem into a solo kayak)

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After reading positive reviews about this kayak I purchased it online from a reputable dealer. It's an impressive looking hybrid with some comfortable seats in the tandem mode but not in solo mode,that's where the problem lies. It's advertised to be tandem to be easily converted to a solo in less than 5 minutes however they changed the design for the 2017 model and with no user manual and no videos you are basically on your own. With the seat changed to the solo position there is nothing to hold the seat in place except some straps which do nothing, sliding back and forth in any boat is dangerous.Customer support is non existent,no phone number,no email address, you have to contact the dealer while they deal with live customers at their store.To me this is a serious design flaw that the dealer can not correct.

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Reverie in the Backcountry » For fly fishing guide Jack Scott, the New Zealand backcountry is the perfect environment to fall in love with the sport again and again.

Lessons in Adventure Angling on Alaska’s Lake Creek » Heaps of gear aside, fishing Alaska’s Lake Creek requires an adventurous spirit, whitewater know-how and a die-hard desire to wet a line.

Checklist » From planning to packing, logistics to stoke, Checklist reminds kayakers that planning a kayaking trip is easier than you think.

Success on the Oars: What’s the Catch? » Practicing blade skills, like intentionally positioning your blade to work against or with the current, will enhance your rowing performance.

Samaná River Fest and the History of Colombian Whitewater » Fifteen years after military guards forbid Tyler Bradt from paddling the Samána River, he returned to kayak and fight for its protection.

Cinque Terre » Three paddlers hop a train to Genova hoping to sea kayak 100km of coastline and explore the five fishing villages that comprise Cinque Terre.

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In 1972, with only $2,000 in his personal savings, Bill Parks started Northwest River Supplies with one mission: to help others raft. 42 years later, Bill sold NRS to its employees. Today, the 100% employee-owned business strives to continue Bill’s legacy helping people pursue passions on the water.

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