$500 Pedeal Drive Fishing Kayak - Vicking VK32

[@shobuone]

Great review, thanks for doing this. I too bought a MARIUS32 from China. I found their customer service second to none and I am totally pleased with this kayak. I have been adding several upgrades and am near to creating a video to demonstrate its many attributes.

[@rambler6916]

@capitolbassfishing I found couple drops of oil on the rear cables for steering helps smooth it out

[@capitolbassfishing]

oooh good tip!

[@fabricealiacar8239]

Thanks for this review

[@wendellwhite695]

Will be looking for the future video

[@PulpFreeFiction]

this looks great for going in a straight line, ik you can get skegs and such but having my hands available sounds great.

[@capitolbassfishing]

it has a rudder and can steer

[@bitmor2628]

This is a great kayak for the size, but if you want one that's a little bigger, you should look at the VK-40. It's a perfect kayak.

[@vinhha6073]

Beautiful.. the main reason I like this K was build in 2 wheels.. it's easy for 1 person carry to water.. 👍

[@capitolbassfishing]

Yes, true

[@jacobanderson9523]

I just bought this same one from a local shop here in Texas for $999 I like mine hold onto that center console though! Took mine off to raise the drive and a boat flew by and rocked the yack and the console disappeared into the water faster then I could grab the net!

[@capitolbassfishing]

yep that thing pops right off!

[@cheapprintedtshirts1985]

What shop did you get it from in texas

[@jacobanderson9523]

@@cheapprintedtshirts1985 Line Cutterz out here near Freeport TX

[@RyanDyalRealEstate]

What happens when the foot hits a stump? Does the prop and foot pop up into the boat?

[@capitolbassfishing]

No, there is a lock down mechanism that keeps it down...it will if you are hauling but most things I hit are not that big of an issue. It doesnt feel "great" buit so far nothing has broken.

[@RyanDyalRealEstate]

@@capitolbassfishing Thank you. I contacted the manufacturer and they sent me to Hammerhead who now sells them for 1300. Any idea how to still get the deal you did?

[@maxcoatlhunter4322]

Where is the 2nd part? Have you been fishing with it? any videos? what do you like and what you did not?

[@capitolbassfishing]

In my videos...check it out.

[@SuperNitrohead]

seems to be very much like the "Hammerhead" Kayak

[@jjalsk4029]

The pedal drive looks huge. Looks like it sticks way below the kayak. going to have to be in at least 5 feet of water to use the system

[@capitolbassfishing]

nah, only like 1.5 feet or so

[@BernadetteSalang]

How did you mount your sonar to the Marius?

[@capitolbassfishing]

there is a pocket for it underneath, i Used zip ties...still working good

[@bilalabukwaik8072]

Basically difference between pedal and paddle is if I’m fishing I I can still fish while pedaling but can’t fish and paddle at the same time

[@capitolbassfishing]

pretty much

[@crysl3343]

Why no link for the yak

[@capitolbassfishing]

I did, other video, full tutorial

[@krazykid4258]

is this legal to buy without owning a biz and just keeping them for ur self?

[@capitolbassfishing]

perfectly legal

[@TexasPapa13]

I just bought this one in West Columbia Texas sold under the name Pro Fish Fin Finder 110. Slowly rigging it up. But it’s pretty damn good for $998 and packed with features for that price. The wheels on the bottom make it easy to move and avoid rash. I had to add seat risers. Not a fan of the low seat.

[@TexasPapa13]

I’m have noticed the deck is a little soft. I’m 225 and the plastic has a little give to it. I’m used to a hobie pa so this one was still surprisingly nice.

[@capitolbassfishing]

They make a seat riser, I used it on mine...its a 3d printed product if I can find the link I will send it. Its perfect. Cheap too. Its a good yak for the $$...Claire-Jinn in the comments here on this video is my vikking rep, you can reach out to her for goodies maybe too.

[@capitolbassfishing]

zephyrsmarket.com/products/kayak-seat-risers-for-hoodoo-tempest-and-native-kayaks-raises-seat-by-3?variant=43876435034348&currency=USD&gad_source=1 Baddabing Bro...here ya go

[@capitolbassfishing]

if the link doesnt work just google - kayak seat riser...it will pull up.

[@TexasPapa13]

@@capitolbassfishing I ended up buying seat risers for a hoodoo tempest and customized them to fit. They work great. They’re similar to those in the link.

[@yurikmaria]

Hi Joe...any updates about your Vicking Marius ? How is it holding up ?

[@capitolbassfishing]

I need to do an update, I will try soon.

[@RobloxMTA]

Where can I get it?

[@capitolbassfishing]

alibaba.com

[@AndrewVSmith10]

Thanks for this. I saw this on alibaba and was skeptical. Have been in touch with their support. Pending a response to them asking about my nearest shipping port. I’m in NOVA (see your Hokies shirt) so I told them Norfolk and Baltimore. About to watch your video on the ordering process for more details but I’m thinking I’m gonna go this route if the shipping costs doesn’t outweigh the overall benefit for buying just one. Now just have to convince my wife. 😅

[@capitolbassfishing]

good luck and hit me up if you need help

[@capitolbassfishing]

My rep at Viiking Kayaks is Clare Jin...look her up.

[@IamG3X]

Living in Nova too. If you haven't bought anything. Let's grab a couple people for group order.

[@Vini7034]

​@@capitolbassfishingi need help convincing my wife 😂

[@Howie_fish]

How sturdy is the floorboard This is a good deal, thinking about yhis yak but motor a trolling motor to fit the pedal area. Weight capacity?

[@mitchponder837]

You can order one, not sure if it's worth the extra weight. The prop drives are pretty damn easy

[@bitmor2628]

Is that shipping included?

[@thunderball1617]

Hi Joe - did you get the Vicking VK32 out on the water yet? And if so, what are your thoughts? How does it handle? If you could do it all over, would you go the same route and get the Vicking VK32.... or get a different kayak? Thanks for all the great input... keep those lines tight! Cheers

[@capitolbassfishing]

I love it - its not perfect but youre correct long overdue for a follow up...good and bad...I will do it this week.

[@thunderball1617]

@@capitolbassfishing - Thanks Joe for the feedback! Would you say this is comparable - quality and amenities wise - to a $1600 or $2000 Perception or Vibe Kayak? So far from what I have researched, these kayaks, especially the Vk-32, has many great qualities that the "name brand" kayaks have (and those are mostly from China as well). If the ride and handling are great, I'm going to grab a few. Thanks Joe!

[@patrickv3413]

whats the weight capacity for this kayak?

[@capitolbassfishing]

I am 220? Probably 300 or so

[@LetsFish204]

The only thing about these kayaks is theyre not compatible with the conventional t track gear mounts like yakattack.

[@capitolbassfishing]

not sure what you mean but the track system is the same as what is on my friends feel free ... his stuff fits mine.

[@LetsFish204]

@capitolbassfishing you need adaptors for the feel free tracks too. Good to know people just need to buy the feelfree adaptors.

[@B0nurSanchez]

im buying this so fast

[@RedTx2]

Where you going to do a review on this on the water? Definitely waiting for it!!

[@capitolbassfishing]

Soon, too many projects currently...sorry

[@thewrongguy]

Do you have the links to the kayak?

[@capitolbassfishing]

www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Vicking-Kayak-Single-Seat-Pedal-Kayak_1600489340172.html?spm=a2700.shop_plgr.41413.8.79337121tmMrrK My contact is Claire Gin - Super nice

[@KittenMaddness]

Were is the kayak sold

[@capitolbassfishing]

China...alibaba.com

[@EricSiman]

I would rather not have the wheel attached permanently at the bottom. If it cracked at some point, it would cause trouble to patch it on the run.

[@mikelabelle420]

Dude thanks a lot

[@capitolbassfishing]

No problem

[@TheLegendaryTaco]

where did you order this from

[@capitolbassfishing]

china, Vicking Co. LTD I think its called. They are on alibaba

[@Unnaturalfly]

What’s the website you bought it at

[@capitolbassfishing]

www.alibaba.com

[@libertyaksakal]

Great video👍👍👍 did you measure the length width and depth of the kayak? In alibaba some sellers writes 330 cm length and some sellers 320 cm. I wanna learn the actual sizes

[@capitolbassfishing]

I didn't, but better review coming

[@andreasspyrou7688]

Are you happy with it so far ?

[@capitolbassfishing]

only thing I would change is maybe thickening the body material...they said they could/would do that on my next order.

[@tacraheennc9719]

I would like to buy a kayak

[@capitolbassfishing]

they really put you "close" to the action

[@jgt6061]

Great review I would buy this kayak asap 3 for 500 each yes I’m ready How do I buy 3?!

[@spacejunkie84119]

great looking kayak. my ears perked up at the price. how about a link to purchase site?

[@capitolbassfishing]

yep I will, although the price on Alibaba may look good but you have to pay tax from china, import fees US, tarrif US to China ...so buying just one...wont get you very far...the best option is to buy 4, sell 3 and you'll end up $0 for your kayak. The part that freaks most people out is the $3500 outlay and selling the other three but its really not that hard.

[@AndrewVSmith10]

@@capitolbassfishingThis is what I needed to know and makes sense.

[@kenpak6014]

Go Hokies!

[@capitolbassfishing]

haha yes

[@bassman769]

Joe!! I can't wait for the vids up and coming!! I've been wanting one but dang man the prices are through the roof around here. The cheapest I've found was $1300-$1500.. I've got a boat but it needs some serious TLC that I don't have time or money to give lol. So I'm looking for a quicker and cheaper alternative👍👍👍

[@capitolbassfishing]

yep, This weekend I will try to get it out.

[@skyak4493]

Click bait! Misleading title. You make everyone sit through your commercial for this kayak THEN you tell us it costs more than the $500 you claimed in the title.

[@capitolbassfishing]

Actually I have two kayaks that cost me $0. sorry

[@skyak4493]

@@capitolbassfishing Is this Joe logged in to a different ID? My point is that your title claims you are reviewing a peddle drive kayak viewers could purchase for $500 -when in fact it is a commercial for selling products sourced from China -with far more money out of pocket and risks. I am happy for you getting a boat you like for your efforts.

[@charlesberwind3874]

1000$ plus the upgrades add 300for fish finder ,100 for rod holders.

[@matthewdeehan1083]

Exactly, you have to buy three just to get one

[@raquelflores9972]

This kayak has been rebranded as Hammerhead kayaks all their kayaks are made by VK kayaks

[@capitolbassfishing]

Yes, alot of kayak manufacturers use Chinese products.

[@JayT-d9e]

Can you share where you got this kayak?

[@capitolbassfishing]

alibaba, Company Called Vicking Plastics

[@capitolbassfishing]

watch the importing kayaks video...

[@krazykid4258]

What he dose t tell you is shipping in 1000 dollars

[@capitolbassfishing]

I kinda do, and in the follow up video I show you exactly

[@wr3ncher]

Try creating a company based around injection molding poly-ethylene in the United States. It costs many times more here than in china. That’s why china is beating the world as a manufacturer

[@13outdoors47]

Go Hokie's

[@capitolbassfishing]

yep!

[@markdavid1479]

Hammerhead kayaks

[@capitolbassfishing]

Made in china :-)

[@bitmor2628]

I would rather get the VK40.

[@capitolbassfishing]

try it out!

[@Booley11]

Are we related lol

[@capitolbassfishing]

probably...especially if we both like fishing...:-)

[@bunk9947]

Unavailable in U.S.?

[@capitolbassfishing]

no its not...just order from china, I bought 3 and sold two.

[@Howie_fish]

How sturdy is the floorboard This is a good deal, thinking about yhis yak but motor a trolling motor to fit the pedal area. Weight capacity?

[@capitolbassfishing]

"OK" but I dont stand much mainly sit and pedal. You can order a higher plastic pellet density and make them stronger. They actually make units with motor units to slip right in.