Perception Pescador Pro 10.0 Sit-On-Top Kayak
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Chock full of fishy features, with the tracking and stability discerning anglers have come to expect, the Perception Pescador Pro 10.0 is a real fishing kayak for real fishing enthusiasts.
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- Removable stadium-style seat has 2 positions, upright and recline, and adjusts on the fly on a recessed track
- Keepers adjustable footbrace system helps maintain proper paddling posture
- Molded-in stern tankwell with bungee keepers and bow tankwell with mesh gear cover offer plenty of storage options for fishing tackle and gear
- Dual molded-in rod holders keep fishing poles at the ready
- YakAttack Gear Trac system lets you attach a variety of fishing and paddling accessories (accessories not included)
- Tackle storage console can be rigged for fish finder electronics (not included)
- Paddle park keeps hands free for fishing and photography
- 5 in. stern deck hatch allows access to hull interior
- Replaceable skid plate on the bottom of the hull increases durability and prolongs life of kayak
- Molded-in cup holder
- Comfort carry handles on bow and stern
Made in USA.
View all Perception Sit-On-Top Kayaks| Best Use | Flatwater Kayaking Fishing |
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| Material(s) | Polyethylene plastic |
| Length | 10 ft. 6 in. |
| Width | 32 inches |
| Seat Type | Mesh / Suspension |
| Number of Paddlers | 1-person |
| Paddle Included | No |
| Weight Capacity (lbs) | 325 pounds |
| Tracking System | None |
| Weight | 57 pounds |
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Awesome Kayak for Fishing or just exploring
Exceeded my expectations - I looked at over 10 other kayaks and settled on this one. Very stable, great seat on and off the boat, built in paddle holder, plenty of storage, moves quickly in the water. I have had it in bay, a lake and a few rivers and it handled great
Stable kayak
I bought a Pelican Maverick Memorial Day w/end, but after using it in a creek with lots of shallow spots, I got very tired of crawling out of it to walk it to deeper water. I did some research, and found that a sit on top would be much easier to get in & out. I also wanted one with a higher weight capacity, and to not roll as easily. The Pescador Pro fit my needs! I even put a 40lb trolling motor on it. It has the leg room I need, being 6'4", and the seat is comfortable. Unfortunately, the stitching on the seat straps broke on the third time out! Can't sit in it without them. Overall, it's a very sturdy kayak, and I'm quite happy with it.
Great Boat, Great Value
The Perception Pescador Pro 100 is a great fishing kayak. I previously purchased the Pescador 10 but upgraded to this model which has a number of great features. There are so many "fishing" kayaks in the sub $1,000 price point that it can be difficult to choose the right kayak for you. The Pescador Pro 100 is a well thought out and cleverly designed kayak, that was designed for fishing. Everything is logically laid out and within easy reach of the paddler. First, the transducer scupper, pre-threaded mounting holes, and battery console are genius. Not having to hang the transducer over the side or lay the battery in the foot well is wonderful. The seat is very comfortable and one of the main reasons I purchased this kayak. Generally, I keep the seat in the high position, having come from the Pescador 10, I am comfortable with the boat's characteristics and do not have any stability issues in the high position. The boat is also fast and lets you cover a lot of water with out wearing yourself out. The compromise for speed is that it isn't as stable as some fishing kayaks that are wider. While a young and thin person might be able to stand in this kayak, it really isn't designed for standing. However, Perception really threaded the needle on stability and pleasant paddling characteristics. The hull is clearly designed to be moved by a paddle and it moves efficiently and tracks well. You can maintain 3 MPH with a moderate effort and cruise at 2.5 MPH without breaking a sweat. Make no mistake, it isn't one of these barge style fishing kayaks, so you have to pay attention and you should not lean way over one side of the other. I have spent hours in this kayak and have never be concerned about falling out while fishing. Finally, with the gear tracks, the built in cup holder, and the rod tip recesses, I have not added anything to the boat. The design of the seat and the rod tip recesses at the front hatch allow you to lay your rods between your legs for easy access. A lot of people complain about the built in rod holders behind the seat and they are too shallow, but they work great for fish grips and an anchor. Lastly, most of the boat surfaces along the top side are dead flat, so you could go crazy rigging this thing, but you won't need to, drop your fishing crate in the back and it is ready to fish.
Light, comfortable, tracks great.
Have had it out a few times. At just over 50lbs it’s easy for me to load and carry short distances to the boat ramp out of my pick up truck. Seat has 2 positions and is very comfortable. Feels very stable and tracks well. Not the fastest kayak on the water. Plenty of storage for tackle. Still have to add a rod holder to the rail as well as a cleat for an anchor. I think I’ll be using this for years to come.
Quality fishing kayak with nice features
I've had the kayak for almost 3 months now and have taken it out on average once a week and have really enjoyed using it in a few different lakes. I had hoped the 32" width would provide enough stability to fish standing, but it's just not quite stable enough for standing comfortably at all, fishing or not. Sitting however, even in the high position is plenty stable, I find and paddling is fine in either position, but from the lower I find paddling is a bit easier. I've not tipped the kayak ever nor really felt close either while just fishing or paddling. Speed is not amazing, but its a relatively wide kayak and it's not to be expected. On average I paddle at a comfortable 2.5 mph according to the fish finder speedometer and can get up to 4 or 4.5 mph if I'm really going at 100% for short bursts. Tracking is decent for a 10.5 kayak it seems. The kayak has a great use of space with a very large rear storage area for a large crate. I added PVC pipes into the fishing rod holder holes to narrow the width and lengthen them as the holes are too large on their own and not deep enough for fishing poles and they will bounce around constantly and/or fall out. I don't consider this a negative however as there are a lot of things you can do with the molded in fishing pole holes such as quickly add cheap PVC as I did, create a PVC outrigger system, attach a trolling motor mount, and or create other storage systems. The front storage is a good size and the front console open/close storage compartment is the perfect size for a fish finder battery and a great spot to mount a fish finder base. The front scupper is perfectly placed to run fish finder transducer cables and the recessed area is very handy to mount the transducer on the underside of the kayak without having to have the transducer exposed to possibly damage it. I attached my Garmin Striker 4cv to a PVC pipe going from the front storage through the scupper and to the underside where the recess is and its a great permanent (but easily removable if necessary, without damage or drilling holes) while allowing the transducer to function and avoid scrapes from low water areas. The kayak is on the heavier side for managing and lifting alone onto and off of a car but it is certainly doable. I wish the handles were complete jug handles that you could wrap your hands through, but instead they are just indented so you cant get a complete grip through them. Still, better than nothing. The handles on the bow and stern are sturdy and useful for carrying with somebody else or when tying down to your vehicle. As far as comfort, the seat is super comfortable and I have no complaints with back pain or discomfort even when out on the water for 5+ hours, and I highly prefer the comfortably lawn chair style seat to any other kayak seats I sat in when making my choice. The side of the kayak has a nice flat ledge that is perfect for mounting an anchor trolley system (Yakattack) and it functions great once installed. The gear track system is useful as well, and I've got a paddle holder clip in one and a rod holder in the other and have not had any issues thus far. The included paddle bungee also works fine, but just takes an extra second or two to use each time. I find with a full load of a battery, fish finder, 3 fishing rods, crate with lures/supplies/ 3lb anchor, etc... and me (150lbs) that the kayak handles the weight fine and the water comes to the scupper hole level. Without all the gear its noticeably less. The only time i get water in is when first getting in the kayak typically, so I placed some foam golf balls in them to keep this from happening and it works perfectly. The foot braces work well, but aren't the most durable seeming as one was broken when I picked mine up from REI but they quickly replaced it in store, but it seems you should be somewhat careful with them as they are not not super heavy duty. Overall, I love the kayak and would definitely recommend it. It is significantly higher quality, thicker plastic and much more durable and accepting of abuse compared to the cheap Sun Dolphins, and Tamaracks you see for $200-300 at Wal-Mart and Academy, etc... The only thing wishlist items I could realistically ask for would be to add full jug handles on the sides and just a hair wider to be able to fish standing, but as a balance for all my wants, this is about as good as I could have asked for.
poor seat design
the kayak is fine the seat is comfortable, the only complaint is about the adjustable seat straps have plastic clips that are prone to break, they seem to be hard to get. have had kayak for 15 month and have had to replace clips twice.
Great Beginner Boat
I just bought this boat and got it out into the water this weekend. As a beginner, it was intuitive on how to secure the seat/chair. The mesh suspended chair kept my butt pretty dry. Adjusting the foot pegs was a snap and the stability of the boat made for a relaxing ride.
Tracks very well and very comfortable seat. Wish c
Very happy with my yak. Tracks very well and seat is awesome. Made a few necessary adds like anchor trolley and and hook
Great for bigger guys in this price range
easy to move, pretty stable, fast, love it, I'm 6"3, 270 lbs, no problems
Not what the reviews claimed.
I bought this kayak based on posted and YouTube reviews. This kayak is well built and extremely comfortable to sit in. I fished for about 4 hours and could have gone longer. A couple negatives and disappointments. First this kayak is not as stable as advertised or claimed. Can you stand up in this kayak? Can people walk a tight rope at the circus? Yes, but only people with great balance and agility. No, this kayak is far from stable enough to stand in and fish. That's OK if you knew that before buying it. The problem is trying to maneuver in the seat so you can reach gear that is stored behind the seat without flipping. Yes, it has a nice 5" hull hatch for storage. No, it doesn't come with a dry bag. Good luck reaching it while sitting in the kayak. You're going to need a kayak cart or or a friend to carry it, or you'll be dragging it everywhere you go. 57 lbs is light enough until you add some gear. Forget dragging it on the keel block. It will tip over and you'll drag it on its side. I like the kayak overall but the stability issue on the water is my biggest complaint. The kayak tracks very well and is easy to paddle. The battery box for a fish finder, the scupper whole for wires including a molded indentation for a transducer is brilliant. Some people don't like the built-in pole holders. I actually like them. They are great for mounting pole-holder holders or can be used mount outriggers for stability which is my next project.