The Native Watercraft Forge 12 is a 12 ft, 35 in wide open-platform fishing kayak with a 600 lb capacity. It ships as a paddle kayak with a raised floor and a foot-controlled rudder, and it’s set up so you can add the X-Range Pedal Drive or a motor later.
Specs at a glance
- Length / width: 12 ft / 35 in
- Capacity: 600 lb
- Weight: 98 lb hull, 110 lb fully rigged, 130 lb rigged with the pedal drive
- Steering: foot-controlled rudder, Springblade rudder recessed into the hull
- Seat: frame-mounted (swivel upgrade sold separately)
- Mounting: groove track around the whole boat, transducer and monitor mounts, bow motor mount and Powerlink plate
Good to know
- The X-Range Pedal Drive and stern motor kits are sold separately, so budget for them if you want hands-free power.
- At 110 lb rigged, plan on a cart or a trailer rather than carrying it.
KayakDIY take: read my full Native Watercraft Forge 12 review, and compare power options in my best kayak motors guide.
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