Fishing Kayak Propulsion | Paddle Pedal or Power?

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All of the options out there, which one is right for you? I break down the three categories of fishing kayak propulsions...
Pedal drive kayaks, Paddle Kayaks, and Power Kayaks or motorized kayaks. I go over what advantages and disadvantages there are to all three. when looking at your future fishing kayak setup, which one will be right for you? #kayak #kayakfishing #bassfishing #pedaldrive #trollingmotor #kayakbassfishing #fishing
Intro - 00:00
Paddle - 01:19
Pedal - 06:03
Power -12:04

[@elizabethz569]

Excellent breakdown!

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Thank you Liz!

[@OnlyFins]

Man, you hit that right on the nose. Great content.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Appreciate the feedback!

[@jamarcigar]

I can't lie i love my auto pilot but now with the e PdL on the market, it’s the best of both worlds.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

EPDL is definitely more of a niche kayak. Hasn't done well in this area but that may change in the future. People here still enjoy the Autopilots

[@jamarcigar]

@@thebeardedpaddler I couldn't fathom spending that much. My AP was already pricey and I decided I'm not buying that epdl now 🤣😂

[@thebeardedpaddler]

@@jamarcigar I would wait before buying the EPDL. I'm hoping they put the tech in the Sportsman series soon

[@jamarcigar]

@@thebeardedpaddler I would love for them to put it on the Sportsman line as well! That hull they're using now needs a massive update especially the tracks.

[@jasonyandell4102]

Since I've discovered your channel I've enjoyed your opinions and how you present information to make it easy to digest. Would love to see you do something on inflatable kayaks.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3izf4RplrR5h7s Thank you for watching!

[@rickyglen0227]

Good content, Thank you for the info. WELL done.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Thank you very much

[@thomasbortscheller8156]

Great video. I am get back into paddle kayak fishing and to see a down to earth video about the different options.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Thank you for watching

[@kensantiago132]

Thank you Bearded paddler. Informative.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Anytime! Thanks for watching

[@CHS87-m1c]

I'm wanting to power my rs117 with a trolling motor in the back, the motors have that bar that extends directly behind the seat, is there a practical setup for using that comfortably and not having your gear in the way?

[@thebeardedpaddler]

It will be aftermarket and DIY mainly. The SS series were really setup for motorizing more than the RS. I've seen people do it though. The lighter the motor the better.

[@jeremymcbeth7797]

Thanks for very informative video I'm new to the channel

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Welcome to the channel! Check out some more of my videos and our livestreams.

[@jeremymcbeth7797]

I saw the chad hoover one and the last one about with the military guy great live streams keep up the great work ​@@thebeardedpaddler

[@thebeardedpaddler]

@@jeremymcbeth7797 thanks for watching.

[@jeremymcbeth7797]

I have a ss107 bonafide was thinking of upgrading to the pwr 129 ? Would the pwr 129 be a better padding kayak then ss107 was thinking of adding trolling motor eventually haven't seen to many motorguide xi3 on ss107 any info would be greatly appreciated

[@MysticalDragon73]

Good video as always. for myself its easy. I kayak ohio waterways, mostly for work, so I am in shallow water often dragging. this makes pedal/power setups worthless most of the time.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Understandable. Thanks for watching as always!

[@ksmith114]

NuCanoe Unlimited. Can I make this pivot drive as a tandem? Not the unicorn question, for other conditions, could I convert back to single and add front trolling at a later date?

[@thebeardedpaddler]

You can. They sell a tandem conversion kit for the Pivot drive

[@ksmith114]

@@thebeardedpaddler Thank You. To confirm, if in the future I wanted to temporarily remove the pivot, I could add the trolling on the front? Trying to avoid buying multiple kayaks. I know my wife would only go out with me.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

@@ksmith114 yes. It's a quick disconnect

[@stevenbartell8065]

Great video. I'm thinking of installing the Newport NK 300 on my Hobie PA 14. What mounting bracket would you recommend?

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Oneobjective mount is what I would suggest

[@AnikDasofficials]

Andy your content is just amazing. I want to talk with you.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Thanks

[@ericbeahan]

Great video! I enjoy paddling, but the wind where I live can make trying to both fish and paddle miserable. I spend more time positioning the boat than actually fish. Even for just paddling having a rudder with foot controlled steering helps immensely; keeps the boat from spinning as much and allows for some hands-free drifting.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Very good points. It's what got me into motorizing honestly. Still value in pedal drives, but the motor Is way more efficient

[@ericbeahan]

@@thebeardedpaddler same! I went the basic trolling motor + AutoBoat GPS system route.

[@paulmphoto]

Peddles are awesome but aren't durable which is my priority. Power is not allowed in many places I paddle.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Depends on the pedals.

[@_Lt__Dan_]

Technically Power, Pedal and Paddle for me. I mainly use power, when/if it fails i have my pedal drive onboard (its happened) and if that fails my pedals have a spot on the kayak thats out of the way. Beyond that, means my kayak is at the bottom of the lake and im swimming.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Lol I use all 3 as well. It's been dry here so the rivers have been low. That's what I love doing the most

[@nelhead4807]

Also with a motorized kayak you may have to pay taxes on the price of it to get it tagged.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

Most states won't have taxes unless the kayak value is over a certain amount. It will assess as a $0

[@rodrigoelgu]

spend the extra for powered you will thank me later.

[@thebeardedpaddler]

I'm already there lol