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Native Watercraft Marvel 10 Kayak - 2009 BCS
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Paddling on open waters or in shallow inlets can be the ideal way to relax, unless your back and butt are ridiculously sore. Thanks to the removable First Class Seat and thigh pads in the Native Watercraft Marvel 10 Recreational Kayak, you'll have a comfortable ride. The First Class Seat removes to offer you a perch on the bank or to lighten the weight (7-pounds lighter) of the kayak for loading and unloading. Native Watercraft made this kayak with a sturdy design and a ten-foot length, so you can still make tight turns despite the stable width. The foot rests adjust to the right length once you're in the water, and the rear storage hatch keeps your essentials safe and dry.
Bottom Line: Navigate shallow coves or relax in the open water.
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I am new to the sport. Is this a good Kayak to start. What length
I am new to the sport. Is this a good Kayak to start. What length paddle do you recommend, I am 5'11"
By: phe4577772
July 29, 2011
Is a good kayak. you would be looking for something in the 190 cm to 210 cm range. It depends on the water conditions too, if you plan to be very active, whitewater, then you will want something on the 190 side, for touring and more laid back adventures, you will want something closer to the 200 range
By: Dwayne Vincent
July 30, 2011
Marvel 10 Full Sprayskirt
By: Liquid Logic Rep
March 29, 2010
ASKT 136 $119
The Marvel 10 cockpit is smaller than the Marvel 12 and requires its own sprayskirt to fit
Most comfortable seats!!!!!!
By:
arb11551060075
July 18, 2011
My girlfriend and I looked at dozens of different brands of kayaks before settling on the Marvel 10. Time and again, we kept coming back to the Marvel 10 during our search because of the "First Class" seating. Instead of using padded foam over a plastic seat bottom like all of the other kayaks we looked at, the Marvel 10 has a ventilated fabric stretched around an aluminum frame. Your butt is never in contact with any hard surface or frame rail. The seat back is done the same way, and it's adjustable. In fact, you can stretch your legs out on the front of the kayak, recline the seat back and take a nap!!! And the entire seat can be removed to use around your camp or when taking an extended break.
We've paddled for up to six hours at a time and not once have we even thought about our comfort. Native Watercraft's website has some short videos showing the advantages of their seats. Check it out!
I am new to the sport. Is this a good Kayak to start. What length
I am new to the sport. Is this a good Kayak to start. What length paddle do you recommend, I am 5'11"
By: phe4577772
July 29, 2011
Lightweight
By:
Jody McCurty
February 5, 2010
Marvels are light kayaks. At 10 feet and only 40lbs this is almost as light as polyethylene boats can get. However, the 7 1/2 lbs seat in this boat quick releases out of the boat so ..... all you have to load and unload is a 32 1/2 lbs hull! This is a nice feature, having a removable seat to have at lunch stops and around the fire on overnight kayak camping trips.
Has anyone tried attaching a Kayak Konsole to the Marvel 10? Here
Has anyone tried attaching a Kayak Konsole to the Marvel 10?
Here is the link to the Konsole.
http://www.harmonygear.com/product/441434/8023016/_/Kayak_Ko
By: m.j4740813
June 27, 2011
Marvel Seat
By: Jody McCurty
February 9, 2010
Marvel Seats quick release out of the kayak for a nice beach or camp chair. Less gear to take on trips, and no more sitting on hard rocks along the river.
Native Watercraft Marvel 10
By:
Jody McCurty
February 5, 2010
Native's Marvel 10 is a stable and easy to turn kayak. The cockpit is large enough for easy in and out. The bow's design gives a dry ride through chop and waves directs the splash away from your face and cockpit-dry ride. The hull geometry is arched with some grooves that make the marvel stiffer than most plastic kayaks (better handling and longer life). The hull is not "V"ed so when you are sideways on rivers, rocks can't flip you over. This is why its a great choice for paddlers wanting versatility...one boat for rivers and lakes.
The hatch the marvel 10 is not rubber. Its a hard material that doesnt expand and contract like rubber hatches. This makes the marvel hatch easier to put on and take off and less moving parts like some hatches.
The "first class" seat is very comfortable and supportive. This seat can also quick release from the kayak and be used for a camp/beach chair..really handy for lunch time and camping trips.
Versatile boat, comfortable, lighter than most in 10 foot range,
Anyone have any thoughts on the pros or cons between the Native
Anyone have any thoughts on the pros or cons between the Native Watercraft Marvel 10 and The Necky Rip ?
By: becks4312304945
September 18, 2010
Marvel 10
By: Jody McCurty
February 5, 2010
The Marvel 10 kayak has bow designed to track straight. The hull is slighly arched to be versatile. A lake and river kayak for beginers who want more back support than most kayaks.
Review Title
By:
jamie1456352
July 21, 2009
We love our kayak! Easy to handle and glides through the water with ease. Extremely happy with our purchase!
can you stand in the 10 foot as in the 12?
can you stand in the 10 foot as in the 12?
By: john
July 17, 2010
John,
Im not sure you should be standing in this, but the 12 ft will be a little more stable than the 10 ft so if you wanna play gondolier (they guys that work in Venice) then go for a 12 footer you're less likely to fall.
By: EliseGuruess
July 18, 2010
Native First Class Removable Seats
By: Jody McCurty
February 5, 2010
Marvel kayaks come with the First Class seats that quick release out of the kayak for beach/camp chairs. One less peice of gear you have to bring on trips.
For Available options and specs visit...
By:
nat3808600
February 10, 2011
http://www.nativewatercraft.com/news/catalog.cfm
I would like to be able to go "canoe/kayak"
I would like to be able to go "canoe/kayak" camping - I have a canoe, but not a kayak. What kayak brand/model would be best for toting camping gear?
By: Wendy Baxter
July 7, 2010
Depends on how much you want to carry. The Marvel has a dry hatch/bulkhead in the stern for dry storage.
By: liq3702176
July 8, 2010
I need a 2 seat kyak - does the native watercraft come with that
I need a 2 seat kyak - does the native watercraft come with that option:
By: Midge
June 17, 2010
Hey Midge,
This boat will only hold one person. They make another model that is designed for 2 people, I have sent you the link to that. As well as a few others you could consider. Hope this helps you out. Cheers!
http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Native-Watercraft-Mar
http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Heritage-Kayaks-Feath
By: EliseGuruess
June 18, 2010
South Dennis, Cape Cod Mass
By: Darcy Vary
March 5, 2010
The fingers, South Dennis, MA. Connects channels to open ocean. Quite a view
This may be a stupid question but I just got a Marvel 10 and
This may be a stupid question but I just got a Marvel 10 and I notice there are two stiff foam supports in the bow of the boat. It resembles thick packaging foam. Can I take those foam support blocks out now or do I need to leave them in?
By: mig100528666
March 23, 2010
Mig,
Marvels have bow foam flotation up front that is glued in and should not be removed. Also, a support foam pillar is placed just in front of the cockpit. This is to protect the boat from any compression during shipping and can be easily removed if desired.
By: Liquid Logic Rep
March 31, 2010
Mig,
You're going to want to leave those in there! Those are floats for the front of the boat since you only have a rear bulkhead. If you ever tip your boat you will be VERY thankful those are in there! Thanks for the chuckle ;-) now be safe!
By: TJP
March 23, 2010
How is this Kayak in fast white water?
How is this Kayak in fast white water?
By: Mark
February 11, 2010
Mark,
Marvels are suited for lakes but can handle some class 1 and small class 2's.
If you are looking to run lots of rivers, check out the Coupe's or Remix XP's
By: Liquid Logic Rep
March 26, 2010
Does the Native Watercraft Marvel 10 kayak have a sealed rear
Does the Native Watercraft Marvel 10 kayak have a sealed rear bulkhead?
By: John
September 8, 2009
Yes,the Marvel 10 kayak has a sealed minicell bulkhead that keeps the rear area dry. Bulkheads are usually mini cell. Mini Cell Foam is a gray foam that doesnt absorb water.Its called Mini Cell becuase the cells of foam are micro sized and impervious to water entry/passage. The Native "glue" is a clear waterproof sealer and is very professionally sealed to keep the boat dry. Not all bulkheads are "mini cell" and not all bulkheads are glued the same.
By: Jody McCurty
February 5, 2010
Change me.
Out of Stock
2009 Model No Longer Available
We have a lot more Recreational Kayaks than that
Recreational KayaksResearch other out-of-stock versions:
Most comfortable seats!!!!!!
My girlfriend and I looked at dozens of different brands of kayaks before settling on the Marvel 10. Time and again, we kept coming back to the Marvel more...
Lightweight
Marvels are light kayaks. At 10 feet and only 40lbs this is almost as light as polyethylene boats can get. However, the 7 1/2 lbs seat in this boat quick more...
- Hull Material:
- polyethylene
- Length:
- 10 ft
- Width:
- 30 in
- Maximum Load:
- 250 lb
- Cockpit Dimensions:
- 46 x 24 in
- Hatch Cover:
- rubber
- Skeg:
- no
- Paddler Skill:
- all levels
- Weight:
- 40 lb
- Recommended Use:
- recreational, lake, ocean, river
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime