Native Ultimate?

[Chode2235]

Anyone paddle one of these boats?

I am looking for a versatile river/small lake boat that paddles nicely and fishes well. Thoughts?

[tolle141]

They're great! The seat is incredible and they're pretty stable. The only things that got me were the weight, the lack of hatches and mounting options, and the price point. That's why I went the Trident 13 route. I'd also check out the Tarpon 120 or 140 depending on what you like. MN Basser has a nice T 11 too.

[Chode2235]

Yeah, I have also been debating spending the same money and getting the Wenonah kevlar fusion. At 25 lbs it would be a treat to fish out of and get to the water's edge.

[ted4887]

They're great! The seat is incredible and they're pretty stable. The only things that got me were the weight, the lack of hatches and mounting options, and the price point. That's why I went the Trident 13 route. I'd also check out the Tarpon 120 or 140 depending on what you like. MN Basser has a nice T 11 too.

The only thing I'll say about SOT's is that you likely won't be fishing in them until ice-on. That to me, is one of the best perks the Ultimate, and the Wenonah Fusion offers. Early and late season offers some of the best fishing, and personally, I don't like sitting out in the lake, on my kayak, in a pair of waders. Just personal preference though.

[Chode2235]

I also like the ability to put more gear in the boat for those overnight camping trips. There just isnt a ton of room in most SOTs for me.

[Duffman]

That Wenonah reminds me of my Souris River. Maybe someday I'll get a kayak, but for now, I'll stick with my solo canoe because it works better for extended camping trips. I don't use the rudder all that often, but it's great for going upwind. And as a fisherman, it sure is nice to drift down a weedline or shoreline and fish without worrying about picking up the paddle for boat control.

[Chode2235]

OOOO, I didnt even know SR had an option like that. Thats a beautiful looking boat.

[tolle141]

The only thing I'll say about SOT's is that you likely won't be fishing in them until ice-on. That to me, is one of the best perks the Ultimate, and the Wenonah Fusion offers. Early and late season offers some of the best fishing, and personally, I don't like sitting out in the lake, on my kayak, in a pair of waders. Just personal preference though.

[ted4887]

I fished with duff, and yes, that rudder is a helluva of a nice feature. His canoe in general is great, and if you're into paddling, is an ideal fishing machine. The only thing I don't like about canoes is that they get blown around by wind a little more than kayaks.

[MN BassFisher]

I have to pick up some scupper plugs for my Trident. I fished in April in the thing, but I usually just wore a light pair of waders, or just sat with a wet rear. The only water comes in right by my feet and in one of those holes I have my Humminbird Transducer so I'm not sure what I'll do.

[Friar_Tuck]

scupper plugs on the cheap = yellow foam golf balls from fleet farm or walmart if ya didn't know. can also run a piece of cord through them for when you want to remove'em when needed, they work great

[Duffman]

Hoigaards in St Louis Park has this canoe on sale for $1071.99 if anybody is interested.

[MN BassFisher]

scupper plugs on the cheap = yellow foam golf balls from fleet farm or walmart if ya didn't know. can also run a piece of cord through them for when you want to remove'em when needed, they work great

I have heard of those. I looked around alot this spring for the foam practice balls. Many different stores and all I could find were like 40 packs. I'll resume looking though because they seem cheap and I like the DIY projects.

[ted4887]

Hoigaards in St Louis Park has this canoe on sale for $1071.99 if anybody is interested.

If I could quick sell my Ocean Kayak, i'd definitely jump on that. That is what I'm looking for.

[tolle141]

I have to pick up some scupper plugs for my Trident. I fished in April in the thing, but I usually just wore a light pair of waders, or just sat with a wet rear. The only water comes in right by my feet and in one of those holes I have my Humminbird Transducer so I'm not sure what I'll do.

You can get pairs off Austin Kayak or Ocean Kayak.com for like 5 bucks plus $2 shipping I think is what I paid. I only have them in the seat of mine. The transducer keeps the water out of the one and I don't really mind the other. The seat was the important area for me as I plan on being out into November if I can handle it.