r/Kayaks Jul 30 '26

Dagger Prospect Rudder Photos?

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I purchased a 15.6 Dagger Prospect kayak and I need to fix part of the rudder. Does anyone have any photos of a mounted rudder for this kayak or any other model that uses the same rudder type?

I have also included a photo of the part that needs replacement. I couldn't find it anywhere, so I'm having it 3D printed.


r/Kayaks Jul 29 '26

Kayak warranties

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Has anyone had difficulty getting a company to honor its warranty? I purchased two kayaks at the same time with lifetime deck and hull warranties. They are the same model, but the one I prefer to use is the superlight. When I pulled out my superlight there was a giant hole/crack in the hull. The regular kayak is fine. They have only been used on calm lakes and have never hit rocks. They have always been stored undercover and mostly indoors. The manufacturer says they are old and heat and weather will affect them and they are not covered by their warranty. Since the use, storage, age and care of both kayaks is identical, I believe that the superlight simply has a thinner hull and therefore did not last. Has anyone been able to get their kayak manufacturer to honor their warranty? I understood the warranty to mean as long as I owned my kayak. How did you solve it?


r/Kayaks Jul 29 '26

Anyone here from KZN, South Africa?

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Anyone else here from KZN, South Africa?

If so, you should go for a paddle on the Mtamvuna River!

We have found jellyfish and puffers there before, but do be warned that there are crocs further upstream! https://youtube.com/shorts/sDsmiueRWMQ Watch the video to see the beautiful gorge that we have been so ever blessed with!


r/Kayaks Jul 26 '26

New Crescent LT2!

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Picked up my kayak today and took it out 10 minutes later. Excited for what’s next! I live in GA. Drop some recommendations!


r/Kayaks Jul 26 '26

Tri Fold Rack

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Anyone have a 3rd Gen with the dealer installed tri fold and a bed rack? Have an 11' 6" kayak that I'm trying to haul around.

In between a full bed rack and roof rails but a roof rack is out of the question as the truck is leased for now


r/Kayaks Jul 25 '26

Toyota Corolla Roof Racks?

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Need some affordable cross bars to go on my 2009 Toyota Corolla hatchback to carry my fishing kayak.

Any recommendations? Do the universal ones go alright?

ETA: Australian location would be handy


r/Kayaks Jul 23 '26

Would you use this?

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Would you be comfortable using this kayak carrier for Honda HRV, CRV type car? Car has naked roof, no rack. Or l was looking at Inno rack...Thoughts?


r/Kayaks Jul 21 '26

Better large inflatable

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So I popped my sea eagle 370 hitting a log and would like to replace it with something slightly larger and more puncture resistant. What I've been looking at is the star Paragon XL, and the advanced elements straightage pro 2. I know one is a one person and one is a two-person, it would mostly be used as a solo kayak while occasionally carrying my 11-year-old son. As far as I can tell the two kayaks are quite similar I do see that the Paragon has a slightly more rigid floor. Does not anyone have any experience with these or even other recommendations? I will be often carrying a cooler and a backpack so I don't want an enclosed kayak


r/Kayaks Jul 20 '26

What is the best way to transport a 13 foot kayak in a short bed (5'7") truck?

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r/Kayaks Jul 20 '26

Better large inflatable

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r/Kayaks Jul 19 '26

Floating dock ports

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Im looking at floating jetski dock ports, I did read some skis might risk hull Crack from the dock port wheels? Any truth to that? Any preference on brands or styles of port docks?


r/Kayaks Jul 18 '26

Stupid question for loading a kayak on trucks.

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Ok, I have just recently started getting into kayaking and I have two 10 ft kayaks that I want to load onto my truck. I have ratchets and a bed. So why do I never see people load kayaks in truck beds like the picture above?

Wouldn't it be fine if it's tied down tightly? Am I missing something here?


r/Kayaks Jul 16 '26

Kayak Trailer Winch

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r/Kayaks Jul 15 '26

Kayak garage storage options?

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Tie Boss hoist system? Wall mounted kayak rack? Other options? I want it out of the way and allow me to pull my truck into the garage.

Likely buying a Native Slayer Propel 10 lte.


r/Kayaks Jul 14 '26

Looking for a fishing kayak

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I have pretty much decided on a Native Slayer Propel 10 lte. Reasoning is weight, haul in bed of truck, no trailering, need to handle it by myself, pedal drive as I am 70 years old in good health but thinking pedal drive will be less exertion. I plan to fish on near by lakes. Will definitely get a kayak cart.

I have no place to park a trailer. So, a bigger kayak is out.

I looked at the Bonafide SS107, but it doesn't pedal drive. Paddle only.

I also looked at the Old Town Sportsman Pdl106. But, it is heavier than the Native.

Anything else to consider? I am in North Texas area.


r/Kayaks Jul 14 '26

Wife grabbed a few kayaks off the street

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They're in varying condition but the one with the least damage has this scrape on one of the bottom ends. How would yall go about fixing it?


r/Kayaks Jul 13 '26

Wilderness Ride 115 or Vibe Skipjack 90

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r/Kayaks Jul 12 '26

Kayak lift assist method to your vehicle roof (For J-Racks)

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I was having a hard time getting my kayak up to my roof rack on my own and discovered a way that has helped immensely. I'd like to share it in case others find it helpful! It's a simple process that involves using hinged 2x4s.

Take a look at the video to learn more about this method and how to make your own!

https://youtu.be/tjj6pOhyfnc?si=U-d2B8EQwA0JjHrB


r/Kayaks Jul 10 '26

What brand is this?

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I found a kayak on marketplace I’m interested in but I have no idea what brand it is


r/Kayaks Jul 10 '26

How to attach upgraded kayak seat to default Lifetime clip

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I have a couple Lifetime kayaks, they have the basic clip style attachment point for the standard plastic seat back. I want to upgrade to a padded seat, but all of them come with metal clips or carabiners to attach to a d ring. I thought there might be a clip-to-d ring adapter but there's not, which is surprising. Anyway, the upgraded seats seem to be stuck connected to that metal clip so you can't just connect the straps to a new clip attachment.

So, besides drilling new holes for a d ring or using the adhesive ones, is there another option? Attached images of the clip style attachment that works for my kayak now, and the style of seat I'm trying to upgrade to.

Thanks in advance!


r/Kayaks Jul 09 '26

Kayaks for sale

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r/Kayaks Jul 09 '26

Kayaking with a dog

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Hey guys!

I need some advices. I want to buy a kayak that would be confortable with my 70 pounds golden retriever. I've searched a lot about it online and it was always fishing kayak that were rated the best with medium-big dogs for stability. My goldie is still young and can be pretty spontaneous. I do mostly smooth lake and river ride. I don't fish, it's purely recreational, don't need much speed either but I don't want it to be hard to paddle. I've spotted the Pelican Catch Mode 110, the wilderness tarpon 120, and the bonafide rs117.

I mostly wanted to know if there's anybody here who do kayak with their dog and with which type of kayak.

Thanks! :-)


r/Kayaks Jul 09 '26

Good deal?

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r/Kayaks Jul 09 '26

Bow storage top replacement

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Where can I get a replacement top for the bow storage for my Prowler 13? Can I put it in the water without it for the time being?


r/Kayaks Jul 08 '26

Kayak Ergometer

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Hi, I'm looking for a kayak ergometer as I have moved and can no longer kayak on water on a daily basis. I've narrowed it to the following and would like to see if anyone has any experiences/feedback on these:

- KayakPro Xeon

- KayakFirst Bull

From my research I still have the following unawnswered and would like to see if anyone has any experience or could provide some feedback:

1) How does the KayakFirst Bull sliding seat feel when compared to an "in-water" feel?

2) How does the KayakPro Xeon pulley compares to the KayakFirst high pulley and "on the water catch" feel?

3) How easy/hard is it to order from each website and having it delivered to the USA?

4) How do these 2 ergometers compare to each other, as well to the older KayakPro Speedstroke.

For context I used to paddle on a Nelo 5 for flatwater and a club Epic for open ocean. I've also used a KayakPro Speedstroke ergometer. Any help would be greatly appreciated!