NEW: FeelFree Dorado Kayak with Pedal/Motor System!

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Kayak Comes With Pedal Drive: $2999
Motor (Overdrive System): about $1300 more to add-on
The Dorado comes in at 12-feet, 5 inches long, 38-inches wide, and weighs 100 pounds. The price with pedals is $2999 and add the motor for $1300 dollars more. It will be available this winter.
Cathedral style Tri-Hull and rudder lead to great displacement, excellent tracking, and phenomenal stability!
The motorized drive has a battery management LCD readout. The sound level of the motor operating is comparable to other brands. Great thing is you have pedals and a motor integrated and they take up very little space. It is a very clean design.
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[@kevinhale8329]

WOW THREE YEARS AGO. I’M BEHIND!! I BET THIS IS REALLY NICE NOW!!!

[@thetoe177]

In the market for kayak. Top company choices in no order, feel free dorado hobie PA 14, native titan, old town predator MK. All nice rigs.

[@Slowrolling92]

that's a beautiful kayak

[@ruleofthirds6499]

That's quite an intense kayak. Love the videos!

[@KayakDIY]

Rule of Thirds it is the most viewed kayak make/model on KZbin I believe. Pretty loaded with features. Innovative design.

[@shawneldridge4524]

Now this is totally big time rocking Bad to the Bone + It's fantastic, amazingly awesome, the coolest, wonderful, & the greatest, 😱 what a way to do your fishing.i ❤ this big time I do

[@jasongriffin8849]

This is pretty sweet. I really like my Feelfree Lure 11.5 though.

[@philkyle8919]

All ways had Feel free Kayaks But this one is really nice :) Time to buy this one i think.

[@catchinwithkyle5567]

I can mount a micro anchor on my lure 11.5, I can't see that being an option on the dorado. The micro anchor is a much more important feature for me than a motor or pedal drive, but then again I don't fish in the ocean. I would love those lights and battery box though!

[@markmorales2028]

Instead of a Rudder or with the router steering I would have directional steering with the prop also makes the boat turn and and all that better

[@GrubbShowMedia]

I can not wait to upgrade to a bigger more stable platform like this in the new future. Will certainly trailer mine, far to heavy to be lifting this thing on to the roof, but a small trailer would do the trick.

[@KayakDIY]

TheGrubbShow by Gary yeah for larger heavy kayaks like this a trailer makes it more enjoyable.

[@RideAlongside]

super fancy. Nice boat.

[@abrahamreyes4535]

How much does it weigh, w/o pedal/motor drive. I guess you can add a rod holder up front, & gaff, net, other rod in back. Do you have different colors, & what are your sizes, under 6’, weight about under 220.

[@douggrissom3065]

If the reviews of the overdrive system are as good as I expect they will be, I plan to get a Dorado as soon as they become available. I will also be interested in the 32" model when they are available.

[@KayakDIY]

I want to see some solar charging capabilities. That way I can go on camping trips and recharge on the go. Hope a manufacturer does it soon or I might have to beat them to it via DIY...spoiler alert I already have a solution for my Bixpy to charge on the go.

[@roi9902]

I'll purchase this one as soon as it comes out.

[@KayakDIY]

Shouldn’t be much longer. They have prostaff on them already testing them out. I hope to get on one soon and give everyone a third party review. The kayak looked amazing at iCAST.

[@alanwhiteside9001]

I've been trying to find the perfect kayak build so I can purchase. I can always find something wrong with each one that I browsed. But this one right here is perfect. It is expensive, but if you were to set one up like this one you would probably spend more. Can't wait to see video of it in action.

[@Coastal_Angler]

Amazing masterpiece.. want to buy such a fishing machine .. hope this would be available in India 🇮🇳 in next 10 years 🙁

[@chocholo135]

i think you can ship that kayak to india as soon is for sale

[@stvsanders]

To entice more buyers, consider offering the following oem options: Lithium ion extended runtime battery, fishing tackle box to fit on rails for larger items, amas to increase stability in big water while fishing, a kayak stern flag with navigation light that would plug into kayak power system and a custom feelfree bimini. Looks like a kayak with great potential.

[@KayakDIY]

+Outa ThisWorld heck yeah. However, my favorite idea is till the solar off grid charging.

[@csquaredfishing]

The dorado is going to be awesome!

[@KayakDIY]

I hope they have a finalized one at next iCAST so I can test it on the water!

[@leckyman2010]

thats a beautiful boat

[@gwagb27]

I have the cabelas advanced angler kayak and it looks just like all the new feel free's. Would this peddle drive fit on my cabelas?

[@jbear3601]

gwagb27 absolutely not. Any company's pedal driven kayaks are designed to fit only to there kayaks. Pedal drive systems are not interchangeable between kayaks belonging to other company's

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Thanks for the video. Something tells me are looking into the future of kayak fishing here.

[@KayakDIY]

+Headwaters Kayak it felt that way. Very futuristic design. Lots of innovation in design, material choices, and tech.

[@gabe428]

KayakDIY the cool design of having the track above the kayak itself not touching kayak looks great for putting Plano boxes, lures, pliers, etc in those compartments but it does look like water can come over deck and get in those compartments, was there any discussion about that, is the area going to catch water or does the water disperse out of those compartments somehow. Thsk again. good looking kayak and options but man the prices just keep going up and up. 3k without motor wow

[@gabe428]

Headwaters Kayak... headwaters kayaks asked DIY same question maybe you know answer.. the cool design of having the track above the kayak at deck area itself not touching kayak looks great for putting Plano boxes, lures, pliers, etc in those compartments but it does look like water can come over deck and get in those compartments, was there any discussion about that?, is the area going to catch water or does the water disperse out of those compartments somehow. Thsk again.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

gabe428 that's a great point! I'll run it by Peter the Designer and see what he says. It's still a prototype so thing like this can be addressed!

[@HeadwatersKayak]

gabe428 3K for this kayak puts it leaps and bounds ahead of competition. PA $3600 Titan $3300 I personally was stoked when I heard it was only 3 k and came with all the lights etc. I can understand your perspective though. We are getting away from traditional $1000- $1800 fishing yaks that's for sure. With that said there is a lot of great stuff coming out in that range as well. Great time to be a kayak fisherman with more options than ever before!

[@fishingwcp]

Completely badass!!! Next generation

[@KayakDIY]

Definitely wins my vote for most innovative/creative kayak design. It stood out at iCAST.

[@danielcollins9850]

That is a bad ass kayak.

[@kengauhl6636]

I am hoping to purchase this Kayak in the Summer 2018 but I am confussed about the battery setup. The battery in the back that you say runs the lights etc. is extremely large compared to the one in the front that runs the motor. I want to know if I can buy a battery that will run the motor all day?

[@monti409]

The motor is driven by a a lithium battery or deep cycle acid battery and how long does the battery last while out on the water.

[@prestonwest4163]

There was a kayak demo in my area (Corpus Christi Tx.) and there was pretty much every brand and style of kayak available with exception to the Hobie line. The Darado was the one I was excited the most as far as trying out. It is extremely heavy!!!!! It is not a fast moving kayak by any means. Extremely stable with a lot of features...... but if you're planning on covering a large area of water you might want to consider something lighter. If your fishing a lake or pond I think it would be great. I fish salt water in the Gulf so I don't think it will work for me.

[@jbear3601]

Preston West it's only 96lbs. There are other pedal driven kayaks that are heavier and quick. Like old town pdl.

[@funghiporcini9672]

Magnificent boat! Like 👍

[@luiscastillo1115]

Thats my new dream kayak

[@sarbaazchabahar]

Intelligent design👍🍺

[@rharun61]

Great outing kayak..

[@rainiraini8739]

i like this kayak

[@billmcallister1404]

Can you pedal to assist the motor while in motor drive

[@user-lm6ug8ht2x]

Очень интересный и продуманный дизайн.

[@w00dsman74]

Awesome vid!

[@1coraldiver]

A fishing kayak, but no fish hatch. So where do you keep your catch?

[@KayakDIY]

Very valid question. Imagine a stringer or third part livewell/fishbag cooler on deck. For the hungry fisherman maybe you eat the fish the go like sushi! Haha.

[@nickhall1376]

Its called catch and release...😱 omg shocker. Do you people ever release anything good lord.

[@nickhall1376]

ZaC kWinz lol tell that to the guys with 50k redfishers.

[@ronaldkeith810]

In a bucket

[@seabass22]

Nick Hall you do realize people eat fish? 😂 Growing up, I never heard of catch and release.

[@veronicastewart1959]

So when is it coming out ? I have the 13.5 , FeelFree will it fit in mine ?

[@njeddie4488]

I'm not at all sure that stern light meets the regs... my impression is that it needs to be higher than the bow lights (18"?) and have at least 180 degrees visibility.

[@leelunk8235]

I WANT ONE, AWESOME

[@daianecosta6263]

Nossa isso é loucura. De caiaque. Maquina pura

[@luckycat66]

Has better features that my Native Watercraft Slayer Propel ..... Do they do "Trade-Ins" ????

[@rudyackerman5747]

Just checked out their web site and it done not appear they have any dealers out side the EU.

[@code1outdoors311]

Would love to see it in action!

[@KayakDIY]

+Code 1 Outdoors us too! They weren't allowing on the water testing by media yet.

[@darcigomez6765]

Buenss te consulto que clsa de camara usss?

[@SearchForDeal]

it looks really nice and high tech but what's the price? $4k?

[@tingocuatoi66]

this is so cool !

[@13lilcountry13]

how shallow can you go with it?

[@juang971]

I am looking into the moken 12.5 from feel free. This video has made me have second thoughts. I wonder how much it will cost and what will the weight be on this eldorado.

[@KayakDIY]

+juan Specs for the Dorado are in video description.

[@larryhorne2788]

Wow if no 🐜 to be worked out that could be the best kayak out their. Hell thats hell of a platform

[@KayakDIY]

+Larry Horne they already had over a year to work bugs out of the pedal motor drive. That drive unit was at last iCast.

[@justliketolook]

What is the peddle to propeller ratio

[@gsppuffer]

defiantly need a trailer and boat launch for that

[@KayakDIY]

+gsppuffer or throw it in back of a truck with hitch extender. We have hauled larger kayaks with our short bed Honda truck and the hitch extender (see video). kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqWsXquJrLB4ldE

[@retnav92]

Nice. The forward-most part of the bow by the handle resembles a shark to me. Maybe they should rename it. :) Liking the Feel Free designs. Just bought a new 11.5 Lure yesterday.

[@KayakDIY]

+Greg Jackson Lure is a great platform and is compatible with the Pedal Drive system.

[@charlierichmond9365]

Greg Jackson was

[@somenutter69]

Any idea of range on the motor?

[@LarryTalbot_1313]

Wow, that looks like it just came off an episode of "Pimp My Yak!"

[@juang971]

Larry Talbot you made me laugh ...😂

[@swaggerbong]

lmao

[@joshbuck5877]

🤣🤣🤣

[@joeanthony9162]

How much is this kayak? Please send me a webpage where I can get pricing to purchase one...thanks.

[@krbassin2465]

nice video

[@fishfinder401]

What are the dimensions? that hull looks amazing

[@hootertexas9711]

I was so close to buying this. I ended getting a predator MK instead. This is a very nice yak. I may still get one.

[@KayakDIY]

Funkyourmom Cuntface definitely very nice kayak. The Dorado stole the show in my opinion for innovative design.

[@hootertexas9711]

KayakDIY I agree it’s an amazing boat. I just have to keep telling myself I made the right decision going with the old town. These videos aren’t helping lol.

[@verdellparentaaawink268]

The secret to storage is too tow some with you,,I usually bring an airhead float tube ,,I can anchor it and come back to it later

[@illinoisflyfishing1612]

That's one heavy looking kayak. Freakin amazing though

[@84gharness]

Man, that is the Lamborghini of fishing yaks!

[@KayakDIY]

+Greg Harness that is a great way to describe it.

[@D.rexofficial]

hobie pro angler is the lambo

[@KG1558g]

Hello can you help me to get it

[@stevemcc4447]

I have no shame saying, that having that kayak is my ambition.

[@KayakDIY]

+Steve McC it was one of my favorite kayaks at the show. Highly innovative design.

[@vpadfsu]

Looks exactly like cabelas advanced angler kayak 120?!?

[@samuellimaalves9671]

Quando vocês vão apresentar esse sonho no Brasil?

[@abrahamreyes4535]

How much with all the bells & whistles?

[@tomballesteros4673]

What the cost for just a petal drive?

[@brianrasnick2008]

Waited & Waited. But never came out like they said, Late Feb. LOL So I figured they have problem during production, so I when and spent my 3K + on a 2018 Hobie PA. And so glad I did. Sorry Feelfree Kept pushing back and everytime I called nobody would help me. Hobie Man Now

[@KayakDIY]

Brian Rasnick can’t go wrong either way. Both would have been great options. Heard the new Dorado is well liked. I owned a PA14 and loved it.

[@jbear3601]

Might be a big loss for you. Nothing special about the Hobie and overpriced for less features. Dorado is released in June. The reviews and demos so far said are that this kayak is amazing

[@taxstampinsurrectionist]

I’ve have a Lure 10 and 11.5 My next will be a PA or this Dorado if it ever gets released. My Hobie dealer has 2019 PAs in stock now. I really like the new Transducer setup on the 2019 PA....

[@bobbyhillbilly1]

If you dont have to register your kayak(s) already yet get ready, cause it's coming. Might as well get a boat now.

[@tylersweet3554]

Are there specs on it yet? Length, Beam, weight (just the hull and with full motor drive system). Feb is when I'm buying a yak and this might just have to be in the running! Tho I wish the stern light was a 360 degree USCG light.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

Tyler Sweet 12.5' long 38" wide winter launch is what they were saying.

[@alejandroalmaguer9718]

Hi we’re having a national kayak fishing tournament in mexico called IRON KAYAKER. We expect near 150 kayakers fishing for the tittle. You can find us by that name in facebook. Take a look we’ll be glad to announce your kayak

[@PESCADORDORIOSAOFRANCISCO1]

Amei.quanto custa para o consumidor final?sou pescador

[@pescaconchuchin4277]

How much is something like this

[@KayakDIY]

+PESCA con CHUCHIN pricing and details are in video description.

[@marcelourbanoyoshidayoshid1939]

Qual valor. Onde posso comprar um ? Tem com 2 lugares

[@Mocelin1]

Showww de bola, pena que aqui no Brasil deve chegar daqui uns 50 anos e custando uns 20,000 + um milhão de imposto, sonho, apenas em video mesmo!!!

[@pedrobastos3218]

Thiago Mocelin tem de acreditar no sonhos

[@gannon767]

did you mention the weight of this kayak? really liking this yak thnx for the video

[@illduitmyself]

160lbs

[@PacificCoastHunterz]

I can see my lure getting hung up on this thing... Looks nice, though.

[@pablnwf.pissoni2583]

Mucha plata para que quede guardado!

[@andrebakkers6619]

Geta bowmount minkota on the yak. Works well.

[@charliewhiskey9069]

This is nice..

[@pissywilly]

That's epic!

[@KayakDIY]

Agree...the epic-ness stood out at the show. Going to talk with FeelFree about getting out on one during iCAST.

[@gundorethemighty]

wish i could afford something like this. my 1first kayak was a Hobie pro . really miss it. stolen never found . i got it from some older fellow i paid like 900 bucks for it. it was my pride an joy i got my PB bass in it 9 pounds . but after the lost of the Hobie pro. an me getting hurt at work. kinda put the wallet in a dry spot . maybe one day ill get lucky an find a good deal on one again . really miss it . you can have your 20 thousand dollar boats just give me my kayak :) anyways happy fishing to everyone

[@ReelGuyTv]

Sorry to hear all that. Did you ever get another kayak or boat?

[@cesarpardo9109]

Good, what is the price of the kayak.

[@east_tex_will8264]

feel free and bonafide must've collabrated on the hull design. i noticed a few simialrities between the two boats.

[@HeadwatersKayak]

East_Tex_Will I know! Talked to both Luther from Bonifide and Peter from Feelfree and both had no idea about the other boat. But both agreed that it was the best way to combine speed and stability.

[@brianrasnick2008]

Nice and made me want one until I saw price, you can get a Hobie for that price. But nice Kayak and I like how Feelfree is evolving

[@KayakDIY]

Yes you can, but coming from someone who owns Hobies....I was highly impressed by the Dorado and a few other pedal drive kayaks at iCAST. Stay tuned to channel. I will be uploading new iCAST 2017 product videos nearly every day. Tons of new kayaks and gear that folks will love.

[@KayakDIY]

+Brian Douglas Hobie's are great but don't let others tell you what is best. Always test for yourself. I will always give an honest opinion if asked. I really liked the Dorado. I have owned multiple Hobie's and they are not without faults. For one I found the deck on the Dorado to be stiffer than the Hobie PA14 which flexed quite a bit. Some flex is good for kayaks but I think Hobie could improve their deck strength. With that said I still obviously love Hobie. I own a $7k one.

[@ianm.9627]

But 3 Waters Big Fish 108 with optional Bixpy motor on rudder...

[@stvsanders]

To feel free you need to add a solar panel option to charge battery as another add on.

[@KayakDIY]

+Outa ThisWorld awesome suggestion. Working on that for another kayak of mine. I totally agree!

[@JelsmaOutdoors]

Would be sweet if it had regenerative capability by just peddling.

[@KayakDIY]

True. Although I imagine that would hinder smooth operation in pedaling. I want to see MC4 solar cable charging. That way any solar panel on market today could charge battery on trips. I have 200w or flexible solar panels.

[@JelsmaOutdoors]

KayakDIY only bad thing about solar is more weight. good work out to have extra resistance lol

[@lawerancelanham]

Idk why but your comment made me imagine one of those things people lay in creeks to generate electricity.

[@JelsmaOutdoors]

Lawerance Lanham why not?

[@lawerancelanham]

Jelsma Outdoors ...why not what?

[@tingocuatoi66]

could you do a test drive video please

[@KayakDIY]

+tingocuatoi66 sadly they weren't allowing on the water tests by media yet.

[@epariz2808]

Very good top 10....🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@momustafa321]

Is it coming to Australia i need one

[@KayakDIY]

+HER COME THE MUSTAFA MUSTAFA I would think so. Manufacturers have to know that Australians are kayak fishing fanatics. It is a big market there. Know several Aussie Yak anglers.

[@jeffreyelliott622]

Dude the designer had an aussie accent come on now duh !!!!

[@Sunny_Obi]

That was kiwi. I am Aussie and know for sure lol.

[@arnaldopaula2896]

Como faço pra ter um desses ?

[@BertrandVanderBerg]

Nice!

[@cdewitt1234]

Not sure the battery box placement is a good idea because you have to reach over it to get into your box/crate

[@KayakDIY]

+Chris DeWitt true, that could be a bit of a challenge but with the high seat position and stability I feel it is doable.

[@michaelwood1230]

KayakDIY m

[@hotramen5952]

that battery box is right where i like to store my bait bucket, between the seat and my crate.

[@aaronanstett8987]

Chris DeWitt its better for it to be farther back what i found

[@Fishingbayarea]

storage can be put in the side instead of reaching back

[@BeyondTheMind007]

Sick!

[@KayakDIY]

*Here is updated video with on the water footage:* kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaHVnHWBnamtg8k

[@charmnGUY]

Im assuming because it's motorized, and peddling...you still have to register it!!

[@KayakDIY]

charmnGUY yes, you would likely need to register if you add the optional motor to the pedals. However, if you didn’t register likely you wouldn’t get hassled because the motor isn’t obvious or noticeable. 🤫

[@Pipes61874]

Cool

[@garrybrpwine3073]

No Larry it's a Yack Attack LOL

[@derinhopereira5196]

Top demais.

[@alexandremelo2831]

Quanto custa em em dólar..esse.kaiake?