I am in a debate right now with kayak fishing. I have a shadow caster right now, and that thing is amazing for how cheap it is, but it is incredibly heavy, and hard to paddle. I want to upgrade to a pedal drive system, but at that point I feel like a decked jon boat would be better for me since I would have to trailer it anyway. Then I saw the new Blue Sky Angler 360, so now I am debate over saving up for that.
Ive been a subscriber for about 2 months now. Known you were local to me, as I live in Rancho Cordova. As I started watching more videos, I’ve come to realize you have partnered with the folks from Head Waters in Lodi, Ca which is also local. I’m seriously considering taking a trip down there this weekend to pick up a Titan Propel 10.5!!! I’m a retired Army Vet looking to get into a new hobby, and after doing a lot of research and see what boat would fit me best, I have to say thanks to you’re and Dans reviews I’m sold on the idea that the Titan just might be the next yak for me, which will be a huge upgrade for me as I am coming from a Sun Dolphin!!! Lmao! Anyways, just wanted to leave a positive comment, and I’m happy to see a local YouTuber in my area. Be well.
Really cool man! Fascinating! What kayaks are evolving into. Watching these vids. Sold me on it. At first I was on the fence , a little unsure if I wanted a bass boat or a kayak. Saw a few of your videos then a few more then that was it for me! Hands down 100% it's a kayak now! Seeing how they are applicable to so many different body's of water. It's personal, stealthy and downright fun! Fishing is my passion to man it's what I live for! It's awesome to see there are people out there that take it as serious I do. Good luck Greg and to everyone on the Dark hoarse squad. You all are making history!
Hey Greg, do you keep your motor locked in a fixed position and steer with the rudder that came with the boat? How do you keep the Bixpy or torqeedo in a locked position? Thanks man!
For a while I knocked my Titan because although I prefer to fish out of it and love the Kayak overall, i was ticked that I was only getting a very short time out of the rudder cables. Experimented and found the sleeved cable works best but what made the most difference was taking the steering handle apart and changing the way it was positioned. Both my Natives came from factory with the set screw at the top of the pulley when the rudder is centered. In that position, every twist of the rudder handle puts all of stress on the set screw, biting into the cable until it snaps. I repositioned both of mine so the set screw is on the left. Now the main stress is on the top of the smooth pulley with the rudder centered and my cables are lasting much longer. Hope this helps someone if you live on busy water and have found the wind and waves to be snapping your cables.
Greg, quick question if you get a chance. Do you transport yours in the back of your truck or a little trailer? I'm thinking about going from my Hobie Pro Angler to a 12 ft Titan this spring but my only concern is whether the rudder on the Titan will cause problems when loading in the back of my truck. I use a bed extender to load/carry my Pro Angler but the rudder is out of the way when I load it, I wasn't sure if the Native rudder gets in the way when you load yours or how you protect it when you load. Love you videos BTW
Hi Greg good to see you~ You r so amazing. I'm keep watching every day at least 4~5 times… Actually I want to buy your kayak but Canada in my area not selling it ~ NVU man !! Have a good day~
Greg, Nice video, I have the same yak. Question I have for you. When I am peddling into any chop I seem to take water over the front that rolls into the boat .I am just wondering it you have the same issue
Greg love the boat. I also went with a motor on my feel free moken 10. 2.5 Suzuki outboard, on a feel free side mount, with a single outrigger. I fish 900 acres of my freshwater lake. I have a heart condition and is why I wanted the motor. But you gave me a few idea's. I love all our different setups, and love watching you fish. I'm in the northeast, so my baby is put away, which means more toys.lol..Be safe my friend.
The new Native Slayer Max has those upgraded bike pedals standard and it come with screws you can add for more grip/traction. The junk drawer is standard now too which I love. I am consistently amazed at the upgrades on your Native and your videos always give me ideas about what’s possible. Keep it up my dude.
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Do you have to register the boat at the DMV with that motor?
Where or what’s a flexible bar? with the cargo net in the front hatch … nice walk thru and Vid
Where did u get the front strap to pull the kayak, it is leather?
Greg!! Didn’t see the description of the kayak handle at the front of the boat. Where did you get it?
Aqui no Brasil um desses custaria o valor de três ou quatro Carros !
I am in a debate right now with kayak fishing. I have a shadow caster right now, and that thing is amazing for how cheap it is, but it is incredibly heavy, and hard to paddle. I want to upgrade to a pedal drive system, but at that point I feel like a decked jon boat would be better for me since I would have to trailer it anyway. Then I saw the new Blue Sky Angler 360, so now I am debate over saving up for that.
man the more of your vids i watch on that titan, the more i want 1
Just thinking about how to prevent roll over in case,especially battery and electronic devices.
Ive been a subscriber for about 2 months now. Known you were local to me, as I live in Rancho Cordova. As I started watching more videos, I’ve come to realize you have partnered with the folks from Head Waters in Lodi, Ca which is also local. I’m seriously considering taking a trip down there this weekend to pick up a Titan Propel 10.5!!! I’m a retired Army Vet looking to get into a new hobby, and after doing a lot of research and see what boat would fit me best, I have to say thanks to you’re and Dans reviews I’m sold on the idea that the Titan just might be the next yak for me, which will be a huge upgrade for me as I am coming from a Sun Dolphin!!! Lmao! Anyways, just wanted to leave a positive comment, and I’m happy to see a local YouTuber in my area. Be well.
Really cool man! Fascinating! What kayaks are evolving into. Watching these vids. Sold me on it. At first I was on the fence , a little unsure if I wanted a bass boat or a kayak. Saw a few of your videos then a few more then that was it for me! Hands down 100% it's a kayak now! Seeing how they are applicable to so many different body's of water. It's personal, stealthy and downright fun! Fishing is my passion to man it's what I live for! It's awesome to see there are people out there that take it as serious I do. Good luck Greg and to everyone on the Dark hoarse squad. You all are making history!
Can you please tell me how you got the pedal off? I've mustered every ounce of strength to get it off but it's not working. TIA.
Hey Greg, do you keep your motor locked in a fixed position and steer with the rudder that came with the boat? How do you keep the Bixpy or torqeedo in a locked position? Thanks man!
For a while I knocked my Titan because although I prefer to fish out of it and love the Kayak overall, i was ticked that I was only getting a very short time out of the rudder cables. Experimented and found the sleeved cable works best but what made the most difference was taking the steering handle apart and changing the way it was positioned. Both my Natives came from factory with the set screw at the top of the pulley when the rudder is centered. In that position, every twist of the rudder handle puts all of stress on the set screw, biting into the cable until it snaps. I repositioned both of mine so the set screw is on the left. Now the main stress is on the top of the smooth pulley with the rudder centered and my cables are lasting much longer.
Hope this helps someone if you live on busy water and have found the wind and waves to be snapping your cables.
Dude that boat is PIMP! Picking up a 13.5 on Wen. thanks for the video some great ideas!
That yak is on beast mode!
How hard is the cable upgrade to do
Awesome boat but if I spent that much money on a kayak my wife would kill me.
Very nice!
Anyway I could get your homie to build me a riser for my seat?
Greg, quick question if you get a chance. Do you transport yours in the back of your truck or a little trailer? I'm thinking about going from my Hobie Pro Angler to a 12 ft Titan this spring but my only concern is whether the rudder on the Titan will cause problems when loading in the back of my truck. I use a bed extender to load/carry my Pro Angler but the rudder is out of the way when I load it, I wasn't sure if the Native rudder gets in the way when you load yours or how you protect it when you load. Love you videos BTW
Nice 👍 🔥 thanks for new ideas 💯
Just purchased this boat and you're a huge reason why. Very excited. I feel like it's going to give me the confidence to hit the bigger waters
Hi Greg good to see you~
You r so amazing. I'm keep watching every day at least 4~5 times… Actually I want to buy your kayak but Canada in my area not selling it ~ NVU man !! Have a good day~
Very Nice. I just bought a 12-9 tandem and I will outfit it after I start guideing. Cheers Jeff
Are you not worried about it ever tipping over?
Greg, Nice video, I have the same yak. Question I have for you. When I am peddling into any chop I seem to take water over the front that rolls into the boat .I am just wondering it you have the same issue
What trolling motor mount you using? Nice Kayak!!
Nice setup. What kind of tie downs are those for the rope to pull up the rope? Are they plastic or metal…appears to be yakattack. Thanks!
Where can i get thet seat riser and the 3 slide outs. Is there a video on how to make it or someone that can build me one.
Can this Kayak also be used in saltwater.
Smarter men buy boats. You sound like you're going to Alaska with all that gear. 🙄
Can the seat be adjusted forward for short legged individuals or kids?
I don't see info on the cargo net.
Buys Kayak for more reverent fishing experience and because bass boats are pricey…. spends 20k on a kayak….
Does the pedal drive come with the kayak or is it an accessory you have to buy separately?
Awesome kayak 👍 the only thing it's missing is a solar panel 😄
Where did you get the flat hatch lid? Looking for one for my slayer 13
Hey grey where did you get the front hood, net, and seal
Where is the torqeedo mount from? Just bought a Slayer Max 12.5 and looking to add a torqeedo as well.
Greg love the boat. I also went with a motor on my feel free moken 10. 2.5 Suzuki outboard, on a feel free side mount, with a single outrigger. I fish 900 acres of my freshwater lake. I have a heart condition and is why I wanted the motor. But you gave me a few idea's. I love all our different setups, and love watching you fish. I'm in the northeast, so my baby is put away, which means more toys.lol..Be safe my friend.
Muito bom parabéns pelo vídeo um abraço fique com Deus
Thanks for the tour, you pack a lot on a 10.5’!!! What’s the max weight limit?
You should try out the old town auto pilot!
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The new Native Slayer Max has those upgraded bike pedals standard and it come with screws you can add for more grip/traction. The junk drawer is standard now too which I love. I am consistently amazed at the upgrades on your Native and your videos always give me ideas about what’s possible.
Keep it up my dude.
Just came across this video. Great setup! Where did you get the front hatch setup from? My son has been wanting something like this for his.
Hey Greg. Do you have a video on how to upgrade the front hatch like that? Looks great.
Is that seat riser custom made, or is it something you can buy?