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Pedal Kayaks

Pedal kayaks is a kayak innovation that has been around for over 20 years. Inn 1997, Hobie introduced their first pedal kayak, the Mirage Drive. Particularly popular with kayak fisherman, pedal kayaks offer some advantages and drawbacks over the traditional paddle kayak.

Advantages

Speed- Pedal kayaks are faster than paddle kayaks, getting you to your desired fishing spot quicker.
Hands-free propulsion- With a pedal kayak your hands are free, allowing you to fish while moving to a new location.
Power and endurance- Since you are using your larger leg muscles rather than your hands and arms, most people will have more endurance and power.

Drawbacks

Underwater clearance- You will need deeper water to propel a pedal kayak.
Affordability- Pedal kayaks general cost more than paddle kayaks.

Mariner Sails offers a variety of quality pedal kayaks. You can choose from the following brands:

FeelFree
Hobie
Hurricane Kayaks
Native Watercraft
Ocean Kayak
Old Town
Perception

See Mariner Sails complete line of pedal kayaks. Contact us if we can provide any additional information. And if you don't see what you're looking for? Give us a call at 972-241-1498, and we can probably find what you're looking for.

Pedal kayaks have been around for over 20 years. Popular with kayak fisherman, pedal kayaks offer some advantages and drawbacks over the paddle kayak. More...