THE CATCH 120 - A PELICAN PREMIUM FISHING KAYAK

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Charlie Zellner - 8 years ago

I'm interested in looking at this yak, but so far, haven't found a dealer in my area that actually has one or stocks them.(I've check two Academy Sports stores). They are all eager to order one for me but, I won't do that until I inspect one in person. How do I find a dealer that carries this one and the Strike 120x? Is there a list or something?

Rebel1280 - 8 years ago

Wow, have a strike 100 but am very interested in this now! Zoffinger (Marty) video of iCast brought me here :) May just have to give this a shot!

Pelican International - 8 years ago

Good to hear!

Laser Maker - 8 years ago

I hate to be the buzz kill, but this boat spins about as much as the tilt-o-whirl with just a slight breeze blowing. I wish all the sponsored reviews were honest before I purchased mine. If you're not paddling and just fishing, this kayak moves or spins every which way it wants. I was never going to use mine again until I added a rudder (which I did.) The stability is great, but so many mods needed to make it a reliable everyday fishing kayak. At this point, with all the mods, I should have waited for some honest reviews before I purchased mine. Sorry Pelican International for sounding so negative , but please in the future, make it easier for the installation of a rudder or at least a skeg. And please don't put the handles on the side sticking up so high that you bust your knuckles on them when paddling hard! It is a kayak with so much potential, but needs just a few practical changes. I still love my other pelican kayaks though!

Rendezvous - 8 years ago

Thanks for the reply. I have not experienced any spinning with mine? I did make outriggers for mine, I'm not as agile as most are. It has been a great confidence builder. I keep an eye out for your videos on your Catch 120 mods and outings. Thanks again!

Laser Maker - 8 years ago

I was talking about the Catch 120. I haven't done a video on the modifications I made to the kayak yet, but hope to soon. At this time I am very pleased with my Catch 120. I installed a rudder on it. My biggest complaint in my original comment was that Pelican didn't design it with any thought given to adding a future rudder or skeg. I love the room on board and the stability. I also love how light the kayak is which makes it paddle easily. I had to use some ingenuity to get the rudder installed, which I think should be a consideration for any kayak design. The other obvious problem I had with it in my original comment was the handles on the side--they stick up too far and I would smash my knuckles on them when I was paddling hard. I have since removed them and added small straps as handles instead. I now use this kayak on most of my fresh water fishing trips. I hope this helps clarify.

Rendezvous - 8 years ago

Laser Maker, are you talking about the Icon 120 or the Catch 120? I saw your comments, having purchased a new Catch 120 and very happy with it, was curious. I'm also always looking to see what others are doing with their Catch 120. I checked your channel, I only found the Icon 120?

Laser Maker - 8 years ago

Thanks for your polite and kind reply. This is an update to my first comment ( which may have sounded harsh.) I took mine out this past Saturday. I have to admit that it was a much more enjoyable fishing trip. First, with the rudder I added, it didn't want to spin around on me at all. I realized on this trip how easy the kayak paddles. The rudder made it so much better to fish and drift with--I stayed on course even in wind. I also took the handles on the side off, which stick up too high (in my opinion) and added handles made with flat braided nylon cord. There was no more hitting my hands and paddles on the handles. I know you don't pay people to review your products, but I believe you sponsor people who use your products and they endorse them in return. I'm not an expert kayak fisherman and I noticed it's propensity to spin out in a breeze right off the bat. That's all I was commenting on. As far as the modifications: I know this kayak has a great price point and you can only do so much for that price. I just wish it would have been designed (as a future Add-On) so that a rudder or skeg could be added easily because it took a lot of ingenuity for me and expense to make the rudder work. As of now, I can honestly tell you that after those mods I really enjoyed my time on the water with my Catch and will be using it over my other kayaks--Tarpon 120 included.

Pelican International - 8 years ago

Hi Laser, thanks for the comment. We haven't really come across this type of feedback in the past. To our great delight, the reviews have been outstanding on The Catch 120. We don't pay for reviews on the kayak. Esteemed people like Robert Field of YakFish TV and Italo Labignan of Canadian Sportfishing on the World Fishing Channel have had strong feedback on this yak. As for the amount of items you want to add to it, we would only reply with the fact that the price tag is much lower than those that it can stack up with, allowing you to outfit it and stay on budget.

Mhamza98 - 8 years ago

what is the difference between the pelican strike 100x angler and the pelican icon 100x angler ?? besides color and price

Mhamza98 - 8 years ago

ok thanks

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Mhamza98 your best bet is to contact our customer service department via telephone or email through our pelicansport.com website.

Mhamza98 - 8 years ago

+Pelican International what kind of features are we talking bout here. im trying to buy 2 kayaks. also how long will a pelican kayak last in saltwater ie sea fishing. Thanks

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Mhamza98 You can't go wrong with either :)

Mhamza98 - 8 years ago

+Pelican International I noticed the color and price difference but i didnt notice any difference in features. which one would you recommend?

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Mhamza98 Thanks for the question. The differences include features, color and price, depending on the retailer.

Michael Bandeko - 8 years ago

Do they have the rear hatch or not? The Lava has a rear hatch in the video but the Olive doesn't. Either way at a $1000 less than a comparable Jackson and about half of a Wildy I think I am going with the Catch.

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Michael Bandeko Hi Michael. There is no rear hatch. This video was shot VERY early in the kayak's development, and so it was a prototype. We're looking at this option for down the road, however.

West_Nebraska_Dude - 8 years ago

+Pelican Sport I would like to mount a Garmin Striker 4 DV Fish Finder on the Catch 120 ... do you have any advice, direction, or instruction about how to best go about doing this? Thanks in advance for any assistance you can provide!!

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+West_Nebraska_Dude Since we do not sell fish finders or any similar features, our only advice would be to consult your kayak's warranty information before cutting in to the deck. We hope you're enjoying the boat.

TheFullNelsons - 8 years ago

Anyone installed an anchor trolley on this yak with success? Above or below the lip? Thanks

TeZUnity - 8 years ago

Hi, I live in Massachusetts and was wondering when this kayak will be on sale. like an exact date :) I have the money and i'm itching to buy it

TeZUnity - 8 years ago

+Pelican Sport okay thank you :) I love pelican they are my favorite kayak distributor, I will be buying the catch 120 from academysports very soon since you recommended them as a dealer

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+TeZUnity Pelican uses thermoforming technology, which allows us to use high molecular weight polyethylene, whereas many of our competitors use low or medium density polyethylene. Simply put, this process, which begins with the extrusion of two sheets of plastic, fuses them into one piece. For sit-on-top kayaks, it's the only process that allows for the insertion of flotation blocks for added buoyancy. But once the two pieces are fused into once piece, the seam of the boat is actually one of the strongest points of the boat. Overall, our boats yield a more impact resistant watercraft than many competitors.

TeZUnity - 8 years ago

Cool, Thanks :) and one last question, someone said in a different video their concern whether this kayak was made in 1 piece or 2 pieces? like top and bottom, is it one or 2?

Pelican International - 8 years ago

All Catch 120s are created the same at the moment, unless someone has modified it on their own. As far as the paddle is concerned, that depends on your size and paddle preferences.

TeZUnity - 8 years ago

+Pelican Sport Thanks! I will be buying it soon, another question what paddle size do you recommend for the catch 120, and what price range would you say a decent paddle should cost? P.S. I've seen some catch 120's with a second storage compartment in the back, is that standard or something different?

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+TeZUnity Hi there, every retailer is different, in terms of when they are offering the kayak. Some of the southern dealers have been offering it since early February. You might be able to purchase it online at Academy Sports' website. Thanks so much for the interest and let us know what happens.

TheVirginiaStew - 8 years ago

Awesome..seen this on Zoffinger guess he is the first person to actually fish with this model and put up actual fishing video... I have to try this one.. I have tried them all, Ocean Kayak, Feel free, Jackson, and the Ascend, I can't find one to fit my 6' 235lbs..comfortably. the Mrs is getting tired of me re-selling ones I dont like on Craigslist and having to answer the phone...LOL

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+TheVirginiaStew Actually, several sites have reviewed the kayak, and some southern stores already have it on sale.

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UsArmyMp78 - 8 years ago

Has this kayak made its way out to any reviewers yet? Only decent video out there is the one with Matt Ross, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=se-qUs6ZNug, that was done by Park City Television.

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+UsArmyMp78 There are some new reviews of the Catch 120 slated to come out in the next few months on video. However, you can also find articles on sites such as gearpatrol.com and others of this yak.

Edgar Moreno - 8 years ago

What Pelican kayak would be suitable for offshore saltwater fishing in California ?

Matthew Ross - 8 years ago

+Edgar Moreno Hi Edgar, Matthew from Pelican here, our kayaks are meant for inshore and freshwater use. Again, if you do use the kayak in other conditions we recommend that you rinse it down after each use.

Edgar Moreno - 8 years ago

+Pelican Sport Wait...would like the the salt affect the kayak in anyway way ?

Edgar Moreno - 8 years ago

+Pelican Sport Oh...well thank you for that tip. Also, wow you reply really fast.

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Edgar Moreno Our kayaks are meant for fresh water and/or inshore fishing. However, if you do use a Pelican kayak offshore, we recommend that you rinse it down after use.

Sam - 8 years ago

Looks great. I fish a lot of bass boat tourneys, but am going to start hitting up some kayak ones next year as well. I think I'll probably end up getting one of these after researching a ton of kayaks.

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Mr. Bigglesworth That's great to hear. Thanks for the kind words.

Chad Shephard - 8 years ago

Wow. They seem to price this way too high. Need to be sub $600.

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Chad Shephard Hi Chad, based on the features, the comments from retailers and the incredible consumer anticipation and buzz, the price seems to be just right. This kayak was designed from scratch, and isn't based on any of our other models, hence the higher price tag. The 34-inch wide flat platform, the stable tunnel hull, the exciting new colours, the new dual position seating system, etc... it seems to scratch a longtime itch for many.

Bud Farkus - 9 years ago

Very nice,I have a couple Hobies and Jacksons,will be buying a couple of the catch 120 too! Always been impressed with Pelican w/Premium Ram X hulls.

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+Bud Farkus Thanks Bud. Much appreciated.

jwrappuhn71 - 9 years ago

will it be able to be used in an ocean setting? thank you.

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+jwrappuhn71 All of our kayaks are recommended for fresh water only. However, if you do use it in the ocean, you must rinse if off immediately after each use.

James Reed - 9 years ago

I would love to see a 360 view of this beast

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+James Reed Hi James, there are several review of the yak that you can find online. As well, if you pause this video at certain points, you'll most likely get what you need, in terms of key look-ins on the Catch 120.

Scale Lily - 9 years ago

Very nice! What's the price range you're going for? On the back, right hand side of the kayak it looks like there is another flush mount, what is that for?

Scale Lily - 9 years ago

Nice, it looks like a flush mount on the back corner of that pic too. Very competitively price for a stable and comfortable looking yak.

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+Scale Lily The expected MSRP in spring 2016 will be $749.99, but ultimately it's up to the stores. You may have been looking at a rigged up model when referencing something in the back right of the yak. Feel free to see the Catch 120 diagram - http://www.pelicansport.com/en/catch-120

KayakDIY - 9 years ago

Great looking kayak. Having worked in rotomolding industry I will say the RamX proprietary TST process is superior in form and function. It truly is a lighter and stiffer hull than many other competitors. It may look too lightweight to be durable but appearances are deceiving. Spoke with several rental companies who rent out Pelicans and Elies. They said they have never had a hull leak. Check out their durability test videos. They put these kayaks through extensive torture tests to ensure they meet the needs of the consumer. Coming from a channel with Hobie's and other expensive kayaks I am telling you I would trust a Pelican or Elie hull in durability over even many expensive Hobie hulls. I will likely be buying a Catch 120. Love the vibrant colors too.

Joseph A.W. Folk - 9 years ago

Do you think it would be less than $800?

Tom Partridge - 8 years ago

Thanks so much for your caring reply. Pelican Canada was send pictures and I pass it on to quality control and they will decide if they will replace it, like it happens every day. Thanks again .

Pelican International - 8 years ago

Hi Tom, we are so sorry to hear about your issue and we are glad to hear that you are okay. This is certainly not a common occurrence with this popular kayak. Please do call customer service at 18886696960 asap for support with your model. Since we produce the most plastic based kayaks in the world, we also have more models out there than anyone else, and so unfortunately you encountered a very rare defect.

Tom Partridge - 8 years ago

Great boat it only took 30 minutes to sink, thank goodness I didn't going spring walleye fishing like I planned I be dead now. The third drain hole were the two shells come together there is a1/2 inch gap. This is so noticeable to anyone one who was familiar with the boat , but it was shipped anyway, 1000 dollars and they don't even inspect you boats. I am 70 years old this is most dangerous boat, worst quality kayak ever

Joseph A.W. Folk - 8 years ago

Alright thank you!

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Joseph Folk Hi Joseph, the expected MSRP for this boat is $749.99.

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Joseph Watkins - 9 years ago

My next boat... I would love to field test one for you!

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+James Reed Depends on the stores. Feb-March more likely.

James Reed - 9 years ago

Late winter like January

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+James Reed Hi James, it's slated to be in stores in the spring. Some stores may begin to offer it late winter. It's up to retailers.

James Reed - 9 years ago

+Pelican Sport when is this suppose to be in the hands of us regular people

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+Joseph Watkins Thanks Joseph. The field testing has been extensive thus far, by both pro and leisure fisherman - and the feedback has been great!

Chris Valentine - 9 years ago

Price?

Pelican International - 8 years ago

+Chris Valentine Hi Chris, we can now say that the MSRP is $749.99.

Nathan Barnard - 9 years ago

+Pelican Sport I will! Thanks for the response.

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+Nathan Barnard TBD, Nathan. Retailers will decide over the next few weeks and months. Let them know you want it there!

Nathan Barnard - 9 years ago

+Pelican Sport Random question, but will the Catch 120 be available at Canadian Tire?

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+Chris Valentine Hi Chris, thanks for the interest. The Catch 120 is slated only to come out in the spring of 2016. While we can say that it'll offer incredible value for the price, we can't give you a definitive price. Moreover, since we don't sell directly to the public, it's the retailers who set the final price.

Alexander Underwood - 9 years ago

Exciting.

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+Alexander Underwood Thanks Alexander.

NLGhostWolf - 9 years ago

now this is a fine looking kayak. What's the width in inches and weight in pounds of this kayak.

Pelican International - 9 years ago

+NLGhostWolf The kayak will debut at ICAST this month, followed by a showing at Outdoor Retailer in August. Following that, we'll have official details. Thanks for your interest in the kayak!