Your new favorite fishing kayak. A bow to stern walkthrough of the UPDATED Slayer Propel Max 12.5.

Bow to stern, let our lead product designer of Native Watercraft walk you through our feature rich, versatile, and meticulously engineered updated Slayer Propel Max 12.5. Then come out on the water with us to see what this thing can really do with Native Pro Jeremy and Native Ambassador Macy. Learn everything you need and want to know about your new favorite fishing kayak.
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With the proven Propel Pedal Drive, electronics ready features, motor mounting options and more, it’s tough to beat what the Slayer 12.5 offers on the water, no matter the condition. The Slayer excels in both freshwater and saltwater environments with new impressive updates that tournament anglers, weekend warriors, and everything in between will appreciate. So what are you waiting for? Let’s get on the water.
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[@nancyosborne-webb646]

My first time Kayaking and this Kayak held strong. kzbin.infoUgkx4k5UrhC3v_Y4hIEaXLGvHcN5a5aBmZNB The water got pretty rough as a speed boat zipped by me, and the Kayak withstood it (I expected to be capsized). The Ores are very easy to put together, the pump worked beautifully. the seats are a bit hard to sit in after a while (I recommend sitting on the floor). after reading the reviews I was very scared it'd get a hole in it, the material is very strong and durable. The Air valve may need a small Phillips head screwdriver to adjust, other than that, it's well worth the money!(update)I've gone Kayaking in 3 Lakes and 2 rivers totaling about 40 miles. the kayak had two holes and they patched easily and no other problems can't wait for kayaking season this year!

[@tio123ist]

I need this kayak in my life

[@carlwaddell5434]

i want a slayer max 10 kayak on a budget thank you for your video

[@user-ii6nx4ih4f]

I’d honestly might give you the pa 12 for this

[@sakelleys]

I want one soo[i bad!! someday for sure.

[@slickster3211]

I thought Macy was doing the walk through. This needs to happen.

[@jonerfurth1462]

I been wanting a Slayer max. I fell in love with the 2023 model. Really like the new upgrades to new model. Keep up the good work on improving something that is already great.

[@andrue17]

All the native propel series kayaks are great. I just wish they would ditch the under side mounted rudders and go with rear top mounted rudders like old town. People that fish alot of back waters and shallow waters like myself drag the kayaks and the rudder is in the way.

[@ryanlawrence8305]

Dude I back what your saying, I love my titan but man that rudder is trash. I should have just gotten the hobie or old town

[@kenappleby8481]

I don't like that you phrase these are upgrades "to the 12.5 max" not these are upgrades FOR the max. You improved the rudder but you're going to charge customers extra instead of having that new feature included in the newest model? This is a crappy business model. Same with the new wheels, you have to buy the old system and purchase the improved no-air wheels separately. Why did you not touch on the power pole micro attachment in the back? Is there additional setup needed or is it sturdy enough in the two inserts that are in the kayak? Huge feature right there and you don't even mention it - mind-blowing...

[@FishingWithFitz]

Absolutely Amazing!

[@mikecollins6990]

Looks awesome! Where is the cord for the spring rudder run to?

[@NativeWatercraft]

The lift/lower line is run to a cleat to the right of the angler on the groove track. It is easily reachable to lift and lower the rudder as needed while seated in the kayak.

[@dasefx9383]

I like how he mentions that the kayak tracks really well but anyone who bought a Native Kayak before the upgrade to the spring blade rudder. We know this boat doesn't track well at all without it. The steering handle and rudder design on pre 2023 Native Slayer max and Titans have terrible tracking and steering. Its an extra $400 just to fix these issues with this Kayak. I love my Titan 10.5 but the issues I have are the steering and tracking. The other issue is you have to pay for a foam insert (drive box scupper plug $39.99) when its not in use. Having a motor on this kayak is the way to go but if you do not have the self draining scupper plugs (Native does not offer) and if you dont have the drive box scupper plug. There will be standing water in the Kayak. Its an awesome kayak that can be upgraded. Unfortunately the little stuff that I mentioned above need to be fixed. You shouldn't have to pay $40 for a drive box scupper or extra for steering and tracking. These should all be on the Kayak already.

[@edgars00789]

I wish I could win a kayak so I can complete my mission in saving our beautiful waterways universe

[@joeavelar2222]

Why such a large keel on the front? I'd be afraid that would be worn down or damaged easily.

[@lou67411]

So do the no float wheels come with the sidekick now?

[@NativeWatercraft]

No, it is sold as an accessory here: nativewatercraft.com/products/sidekick-no-float-wheel-kit

[@blazindragon296]

i absolutely love my 2020 Slayer max but i wish you had part more available. you all seem to be always out of stock on everything, besides scupper plugs.

[@carlossantana3463]

can’t get one in north new jersey 😢

[@goreyboggs]

Do they have one with a motor?

[@NativeWatercraft]

We offer a motor mount plate that can be installed on the bow of the Slayer Propel Max 12.5 found here: nativewatercraft.com/collections/mounts/products/bow-mount-titans-and-max-125. This is made for a MotorGuide Xi3. We also offer a stern mount for any stern mounted motor found here: nativewatercraft.com/collections/mounts/products/motor-mount-transomtitan-105-and-12-slayer-max-10-and-125-slayer-xc

[@snappagrabba]

I like the look of this Kayak. Wondering how it goes in inshore semi-rough conditions. How would it handle beach/ wave launches and return? Like this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqOWqoF9h6lsn6M. What's the possibility of a swivel seat?

[@BVDsGoneFishing]

If anyone wants to buy my 2022 Slayer 10 Max in CA with less than 10 outings, reply below.

[@BVDsGoneFishing]

Can't believe how hard it is to sell a like-new Slayer in CA.

[@onnie1968]

My only problem and the one thing stopping me from buying this yak is the poor rudder control handle. Why does everyone have to upgrade it and that's not a cheap upgrade :(.

[@dave9917]

At around 2:19 to 2:23 or so on the drive unit between the pedal shafts, can see a circle disk thingie with an open bolt hole. That hole is threaded. What is that threaded hole for? Should it have a plug to prevent water or debris from getting inside?

[@NativeWatercraft]

Thank you for your question! This is just a threaded 1/4-20 whole for accessory mounting. We primarily see this being used with a cell phone holder mount.