Pedal Kayaks · Fishing
Most pedal kayaks feel like they need their own trailer. The Native Watercraft Slayer Propel 10 LTE goes the other way.
Most pedal kayaks feel like they need their own trailer. The Native Watercraft Slayer Propel 10 LTE goes the other way. It is a full pedal drive fishing kayak squeezed into a 10-foot hull you can toss in a truck bed and launch solo.
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I fish a lot of small ponds and skinny backwaters where a 12 or 13-foot pedal boat is more hassle than it is worth. That is the water this kayak was built for. You get hands-free pedaling, instant reverse, and standing room, without the weight and length of the big tournament rigs.
Who This Kayak Is For
The Slayer Propel 10 LTE fits anglers who want a real pedal drive but launch at sketchy ramps, apartment parking lots, and ponds with no ramp at all. If you are tired of car-topping a 90-plus pound boat, this one deserves a look. It also fits bigger paddlers who want to stand and cast, since the 34.5-inch wide hull and padded deck make standing feel normal, not scary.
Stability and On-Water Feel
At 34.5 inches wide, the LTE is one of the more stable 10-foot kayaks I have seen. The hull has a wide, flat midsection that settles in when you shift your weight. Standing to sight fish is realistic on calm water. The tradeoff of a short, wide hull is speed. You will not win any races, and in a crosswind you will work harder than someone in a 12-footer. The Springblade rudder helps a lot with tracking, which is the usual weak spot of short kayaks.
Seat Comfort
Native puts its First Class seat in this boat, and it is one of the better stock kayak seats I have sat in. It is breathable, the backrest adjusts easily, and the seating position is high enough that pedaling feels like riding a recumbent bike instead of crouching in a bathtub. On long days that matters more than almost any other feature.
Storage and Rigging
The LTE is the most electronics-friendly 10-footer on the market. Native built in a transducer pocket, routing for cables, quick-mount spots for screens, and a stern that accepts a motor with foot steering. A groove track runs around the perimeter of the boat, so rod holders, a fish finder, and camera mounts go on without drilling. You get a big bow hatch, a center console tray with cup holder, and two rear-facing rod holders for trolling.
Pedal Drive Performance
The Propel 701 drive is the heart of this kayak. You pedal forward and backward with no levers to flip, which is the feature that keeps paying off when you are fishing. Back away from a dock piling, hold your spot against current, or slide out from under a low branch, all with your feet. The drive lifts out for skinny water or transport, and the Springblade rudder steers with a hand control. In weeds you will pull the drive up like any propeller unit, so keep that in mind for heavy grass.
Honest Drawbacks
Fully rigged, this boat weighs 85 pounds. That is lighter than most pedal kayaks, but it is not light. Loading it on a roof rack solo is doable but not fun. The hull alone is 65 pounds, which helps. The 425-pound capacity is generous, but big anglers with a full crate and cooler should do the math before loading up. And at 10 feet, it will never track or glide like a longer hull on open water.
Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length | 10 ft |
| Width | 34.5 in |
| Weight | 65 lbs (hull) / 85 lbs (rigged) |
| Capacity | 425 lbs |
| Drive type | Propel 701 pedal drive (forward and reverse) |
Native Watercraft Slayer Propel 10 LTE Fishing Kayak FAQ
Can you stand and fish in the Slayer Propel 10 LTE?
Yes. The 34.5-inch wide hull and no-slip deck padding make standing realistic on calm water.
Does the Propel drive have reverse?
Yes. The Propel 701 drive pedals forward and backward with no shifting, which is great for holding position and backing away from cover.
Is the LTE motor-ready?
Yes. It has a motor-compatible stern, a transducer pocket, and electronics cable routing built in.
How heavy is it to transport?
The hull is 65 pounds and the fully rigged boat is 85 pounds. Short enough for a truck bed, but plan your loading method.
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Suggested: alt=”Angler standing and casting from a Native Slayer Propel 10 LTE fishing kayak on calm water”
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