Last Updated on December 18, 2020
Best Pedal Drive Fishing Kayak Quick List
- Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 Fishing Kayak with Pedals
- Perception Pescador Pilot 12 Fishing Kayak with Pedals
- Hobie Mirage Compass Sit-On-Top Fishing Kayak with Pedals
- Perception Crank 10 Fishing Kayak with Pedals
- Old Town Sportsman BigWater PDL 132 Fishing Kayak with Pedals
A Fishing Kayak with Pedals uses the efficiency of the power from your legs to propel and steer your kayak while not having to worry about paddling. With the best Pedal Drive Fishing Kayaks offering forward, reverse and agile maneuverability, you’ll experience precise boat control while your hands remain free to focus on fishing.
Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 Fishing Kayak with Pedals
The best fishing kayak with pedals on the market, the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 pedal kayak provides hands free fishing in a performance kayak that’s easy to maneuver and light enough to car top. With instant forward and reverse, the award-winning PDL Drive is the most reliable and easy-to-use pedal drive on the market.
The removable pedal drive installs in seconds and tips up instantly for shallow water docking.
– Ultra-stable DoubleU Hull glides quietly through water while providing a stable and comfortable stand-up fishing platform
– Low maintenance PDL Drive with patented easy-docking system for pain-free launch and landing. Covered by industry’s first-in-class 5 year warranty
– Superior seat design has great lumbar support and is adjusted to accommodate leg length on a shuttle track. The mesh cover provides ventilation and drainage to keep you dry.
– Two 18″ tracks on the forward hull provide easy on/off accessory mounting
– One forward-facing and two rear-facing flush mounted rod holders are there when you want them, and out-of-the-way when you don’t
– Non-slip EVA foam deck pads provide traction and stand-up comfort
– Rod and tackle management is made easier by the oversized tank well in the stern, storage under the seat and side pockets just below the accessory tracks. – – Dedicated horizontal rod storage for quick access.
– Dry storage for additional gear in the sealed bow hatch
– Cup holder for your favorite beverage
– Universal transducer mounting system allows for quicker installation of your fish finder
Perception Pescador Pilot 12 Fishing Kayak with Pedals
The Perception Pescador Pilot 12.0 kayak’s superior stability and fishing performance make it the ultimate boat for paddlers of all abilities. The Pilot Drive propeller system effortlessly propels the boat, even in reverse, while leaving both hands free. The spacious, sit-on-top design with generous storage and accessory mounts make the kayak easy to customize. Superior stability even allows anglers to cast from a standing position. Boasting more performance, comfort, features, and storage than any kayak at this price, the Pescador Pilot sets the new standard for value and innovation.
The Perception Pescador Pilot comes with a bicycle-style rotational peddle drive that users pedal in a circular fashion (versus a push pedal drive) This motion feels natural for most kayakers and, one key advantage offered by this drive over some other pedal drives is the ability to go in reverse without making any additional adjustments. Some pedal drives must be removed from their housing and flipped to accommodate reverse paddling.
All pedal drives must be retracted when the kayak enters shallow waters, typically at depths of less than 18 inches. So, when launching or coming ashore, the drive of your pedal kayak will be in a retracted position and then you will deploy the pedal drive while on the water.
Hobie Mirage Compass Sit-On-Top Fishing Kayak with Pedals
Simplicity defined, the Mirage Compass is now upgraded to both forward and reverse with the power of the MirageDrive 180 pedal system and Kick-Up Fins. Patented Kick-Up Fin Technology takes the worry out of kayaking in shallow, structure-filled waters by automatically retracting upon impact. Outfitted with a breathable mesh seat, the Compass offers maximum stability and an oversized cockpit and flat deck for standing.
A sharp turning radius makes this fishing kayak nimble in tight quarters, yet able to speed over open water in stealthy fashion.
The Kick-Up Rudder locks in to place when you need it and retracts on impact. A molded-in tracking keel keeps you on course, whether pedaling or paddling. Kick-Up fins flip up and push down after contacting objects underwater to avoid damage.
Kayak fishing features include:
-Molded-in rod holders
– H-Track accessory mounts
– Transducer cavity ready for you to install a Lowrance® fishfinder.
Perception Crank 10 Fishing Kayak with Pedals
The Crank is the first of a new generation of easy-to-use, fast and fun pedal drive kayaks from Perception Kayaks. It’s perfect for lakes, ponds and calm coastal waters. The Crank incorporates a fresh design aesthetic with incredibly comfortable ergonomics for powerful yet easy pedaling while providing ample surfaces for rigging aftermarket accessories including two Solo Mount recesses within easy reach.
Featuring a new-and-improved pedal drive, this kayak pedals effortlessly, covers lots of water, and provides the ability to go forward and reverse without removing the drive from the boat. The easy-handling Crank packs a punch and opens up the water to everyone in a fun, stable and manageable package.
– Efficient and easy-to-use pedal drive system
– Captain’s Chair: folding, adjustable, and removable seating
– One-handed rudder control
– Transducer scupper in hull for fish and depth finders
– Front and rear storage areas with bungee lashing to secure gear
– 2 molded-in Solo Mount recesses – accepts Perception Solo Mounts (sold separately) for staging accessories
– One-piece rigid carry handles on front and rear for easy transport
– Molded-in side carry handles
– Side paddle park – a groove and small bungee strap make it easy to secure your paddle while resting or casting
Old Town Sportsman BigWater PDL 132 Fishing Kayak with Pedals
The largest fishing kayak with pedals to make our list, the Old Town Sportsman BigWater PDL 132 pedal kayak is engineered with a hull design that provides the efficiency desired in more open water and the stability required when you stand. With instant forward and reverse, maneuverability and stability, you’ll enjoy precise boat control while your hands remain free to fish. The award-winning PDL Drive is the most reliable and easy-to-use pedal drive on the market.
Low maintenance PDL Drive with patented easy-docking system for pain-free launch and landing. Covered by industry’s first-in-class 5 year warranty.
Superior seat design has great lumbar support and is adjusted to accommodate leg length on a shuttle track. The mesh cover provides ventilation and drainage to keep you dry.
– Two tracks on the forward hull and two in the stern provide multiple placement options for mounting accessories
– One forward-facing and two rear-facing flush mounted rod holders are there when you want them, and out-of-the-way when you don’t
– Non-slip EVA foam deck pads provide traction and stand-up comfort
– The large stern tank well, with removable bungee cord is the perfect place to store a cooler, bait bucket or tackle crate
– Dry storage for additional gear in the sealed bow hatch & Custom tackle box included
– Universal transducer mounting system allows for quicker installation of your fish finder
– A clip on the side of the hull secures your backup paddle, out of the way unless you need it
– Cup holder for your favorite beverage
– PDL Drive and Seat are removable for easy transport and storage