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Bonafide RS117 Fishing Kayak

$999.00

An 11 ft 7 in sit-on-top paddle fishing kayak from Bonafide, built on the Hybrid Cat hull used on the SS series. It is for anglers who want a stable, standable paddle kayak.

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The RS117 has a 33.5 in beam, a 425 lb capacity and Bonafide’s Stadium Seat, which sets at two heights for paddling or standing to cast. YakAttack MightyMount XL tracks, two flush-mount rod holders, a DryPod compartment and a covered rear StorageWell are built in. The rotomolded hull is ready for the TopRun rudder as an add-on.

Specs at a glance

  • Length: 11 ft 7 in
  • Width: 33.5 in
  • Weight: 65 lbs hull, 77 lbs with seat
  • Capacity: 425 lbs
  • Material: rotomolded polyethylene
  • Tracks: two 12 in and one 6 in YakAttack MightyMount XL
  • Colors: Camo, Steel, Top Gun Grey

Good to know

  • The TopRun rudder is an add-on, so budget for it if you fish wind or current.
  • The tracks take YakAttack-compatible gear, so check your existing mounts before buying new ones.

KayakDIY take: For what you give up versus the SS series, read my full Bonafide RS117 review.

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