The PA 12 is for serious anglers who want the ultimate hands free fishing platform and do not mind paying for it. Tournament anglers, big-water bass fishermen, and inshore saltwater anglers all live in this boat. If you are just getting into kayak fishing or you mostly fish small ponds, this is more boat than you need.
Key specs
- Length: 12′
- Width: 36″
- Weight: 105 lbs (hull), 128.5 lbs (fully rigged)
- Capacity: 500 lbs
- Drive type: MirageDrive 180 pedal drive with kick-up turbo fins
Why it stands out
- Stability and Standing: Stability is the PA 12’s superpower.
- Comfort and Seat: The Vantage ST seat is the best stock seat in kayak fishing.
- Storage and Rigging: Six rod holders (four horizontal, two vertical), a pivoting tackle management system in the center hatch, two Plano boxes included, a large bow hatch with liner, H-Rails for mounting accessories, a Guardian retractable transducer shield, and a livewell-ready rear tank well.
- Pedal Drive Performance: The MirageDrive 180 with kick-up turbo fins is fast, quiet, and nearly bulletproof.
