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Native Watercraft Marvel 12 Recreational Kayak
i'm looking at getting a kayak i want one that would be good...
By jer
Ranked #661 - Kayaks
October 8, 2009
i'm looking at getting a kayak i want one that would be good for exploring slot canyons, touring, and fishing. kind of a one size fits all...here's the rub i also want to be able to take this same yak fishing on rivers with class 2-3 rapids i'm looking at the native ultimate and the native marvel any suggestions or advice?
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By dee
Ranked #548 - Kayaks
October 8, 2009
Write your answer here... I have a Marvel 12 and I love it. I do a lot of river floating and also open lakes. It is super comfortable because of the patented seat. Friends have other mgf kayaks and they aren't nearly as comfortable as mine. I do some fast water stuff---but pretty minor. It seems to handle well in faster water--but it is better on the slow stuff and open lakes. A friend has the 10 ft and it seems to be more maneuverable than my 12ft. on the rivers. Mine seems to be more comfortable for open water paddling. Both have the great seat---the best part. The cockpit is nice and open--very comfortable as well. None of us fish out of our boats, but I'm sure the Marvel would be great for this (I just saw a new model at the outfitter store that was designed specifically for fishing). I would suggest the 10ft marvel is you plan to do a lot of river floating and need the maneuverability factor. Hope this helps.
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Tech Specs:
- Hull Material:
- Polyethylene
- Length:
- 12ft 1in (368cm)
- Width:
- 30in (76cm)
- Cockpit Dimensions:
- 56 x 24in (142 x 61cm)
- Hatch Dimensions:
- [Stern] 18 x 12in (46 x 30cm)
- Maximum Load:
- 300lb (136kg)
- Hatch Type:
- Rubber
- Skeg:
- No
- Rudder:
- No
- Weight:
- 51lb (23kg)
- Paddler Skill:
- All skill levels
- Recommended Use:
- Recreational, lake, ocean, river
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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