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Native Watercraft Ultimate 12 Kayak Package

Native Watercraft Ultimate 12 Kayak Package

A revolution in fishing watercraft. The Ultimate fishing kayak has more stability than a canoe and more room and comfort than a standard kayak, in a lightweight, rugged watercraft made for fishermen. The patented Tunnel Hull™ provides a stable platform for standing, room for stripping, and a lower position for your feet; perfect for sight fishing. The First Class™ Seating adjusts for a custom position, and offers vented, quick dry HiFlow™ cushioning for comfort. Remove the seating for easy transport, or use as a riverside chair. Adapt-a-Trak™ outfitting system accepts sprayskirts and other accessories to fit your fishing needs. The Easy Foot™ footbrace system adjusts and supports your feet comfortably, all day. Thigh and elbow pads. Two adjustable rod holders. Ample gear storage, fore and aft under removable spray skirts. Cup holder. Easy-carry ergonomic handles. Paddles and paddle holders. 12'1" length. 30" wide. Ultimate 12 fishing kayak weighs just 55 lbs. 350 lb. capacity.

Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5
4 of 4 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

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Customer Reviews for Native Watercraft Ultimate 12 Kayak Package

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 / 5
Great choice, June 23, 2009
By: Nashoba from Northern Lower Michigan

"I have used a Native Ultimate Kayak for over a year and it has proven itself to be a perfect for solo fly fishing adventures. I have done multiple 8-10 hour drift trips down the Upper Manistee as well as inland lake fishing and I couldn't be happier. The tunnel hull make it easy to stand up as well as getting in and out in a few feet of water for wading the bends. Also, there is a lot of space for camping/fishing gear."

Review 2 for Native Watercraft Ultimate 12 Kayak Package

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 / 5
Ultimate enjoyment!, January 22, 2008
By: Yak4Fish from Mebane, NC

"I've paddle fished the Ultimate 12' for over a year now and have found it to be a fantastic craft for fishing rivers (Level 1-2), coastal creeks and marshes. The patented Tunnel Hull provides stability to stand, cast, and land fish. When using the bow skirt you can tackle rougher water. The DVC (drains, vents, cushions) seat is by far one of the most comfortable and adjustable seats on the market. This boat was made for the fisherman."

11 of 11 people found this review helpful.

Review 3 for Native Watercraft Ultimate 12 Kayak Package

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 / 5
April 27, 2007
By: Cory R.

"THe Ultimate 12 is definitely the fly angler's kayak. From its paddling ease to the ability to stand and fly cast. The skirts make it even more seaworthy. You will not be dissapointed. Worth every penny!"

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Review 4 for Native Watercraft Ultimate 12 Kayak Package

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 4 / 5
April 13, 2007
By: Shanna C.

"I have taken the Ultimate 12 out about five times now and it's everything that your ad says and more. The stability is incredible and the ability to stand up and cast adds another dimenstion to fly fishing. Very easy to handle, roomy and nothing to tangle the fly line on! This is a great product and a big improvement over other boats that I have fished from. The icing on the cake is that my dog really likes this boat, too!"

4 of 4 people found this review helpful.