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Pelican Castaway Fishing Kayak
#40
based on 49 reviews
Ratings Distribution
| 5 star |
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23 |
| 4 star |
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19 |
| 3 star |
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2 |
| 2 star |
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1 |
| 1 star |
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4 |
Category Average
Pros
Cons
- Heavy / bulky (15)
- Poor tracking (11)
- Slow (7)
- Not enough storage (6)
- Difficult to paddle (3)
- Difficult entry & exit (2)
- Low seat back (2)
- Unstable (2)
- Access front hatch (1)
- Leaky (1)
Best Uses
- Flat waters (35)
- Day trip (25)
- Kayak / canoe / rafting (23)
- Rivers (22)
- Fishing (8)
- Ocean swells (6)
- Rapids (4)
- Quiet lakes (3)
- Sports (3)
- Beginner (2)
Where to Buy
Pelican Castaway Fishing Kayak
Product Reviews
Pelican Castaway Fishing Kayak Reviews
Most helpful positive review
[32 of 32 customers found this review helpful]
Most helpful negative review
[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]
Big fun on the lake at a good price
"I got a Pelican Castaway about five weeks ago, and haven't had my bass boat out since. A great way to get some exercise, catch some fish, and enjoy playing in the water on a hot day. It feels tippy at first, but once you spend some time with it, you realize how stable it is. I can handle the largest wakes at the local reservoir with ease. I simply throw it in the back of the truck, drive to a spot on the l..." Read Full Review »
Jul 07, 2007 by TheUsualSuspect
First Kayak
"My first was the castaway 116 deluxe. Good price. Stable but I wouldn't stand up. No structural problems ever. Easy to outfit. Front rod holder too far forward. In surf it noses in and seat has no scupper so it stays wet. I plan to try a full seat. I am critical but I still bought 2. Better ones are double the price. It's a good buy as a starter but it will make you want better...." Read Full Review »
Sep 07, 2007 by Illbilly
Displaying 1 - 5 of 49 Reviews
[32 of 32 customers found this review helpful]
Pelican Castaway Fishing Kayak Review
Big fun on the lake at a good price
- Durable
- Good weight capacity
- Well Constructed
Pros
- Heavy
- Paddle is not very useful
- Poor Ergonomics
Cons
- Fishing
- Outdoors
- Sports
Best Uses
"I got a Pelican Castaway about five weeks ago, and haven't had my bass boat out since. A great way to get some exercise, catch some fish, and enjoy playing in the water on a hot day.
It feels tippy at first, but once you spend some time with it, you realize how stable it is. I can handle the la
…"
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As currently rigged
- Picture of Product
You can catch fish in these things
- Using Product
[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]
Pelican Castaway Fishing Kayak Review
First Kayak
- Compact
- Easy To Lift
- Good starter
- Stable
Pros
- Poor Tracking
- Slow
- Very wet
Cons
- Beginners
- Quiet Lakes
Best Uses
"My first was the castaway 116 deluxe. Good price. Stable but I wouldn't stand up. No structural problems ever. Easy to outfit. Front rod holder too far forward. In surf it noses in and seat has no scupper so it stays wet. I plan to try a full seat. I am critical but I still bought 2. Better ones are …" Read Full Review »
Elmers Island LA. Beautiful place.
- Using Product
- Outfitted
- Picture of Product
- Fisher
- Recreational
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
Pelican Castaway Fishing Kayak Review
Good All Around Kayak
- Easy Entry & Exit
- Good amount of storage
- Stable
Pros
- Heavy
Cons
- Day Trips
- Flat Waters
- Kayak Camping
- Ocean Swells
- Rivers
Best Uses
"I mainly use this kayak to fish the bay & sound around Gulf Breeze, FL. I took my kayak out in the Gulf Of Mexico on a semi calm day. The kayak handled
great & was very accommodating for all of my rods,tackle, & bait. I highly recommend this kayak to anyone looking to ease into the kayak fishing o
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ready to go....
- Made with Product
- Picture of Product
On the water
- Using Product
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
Pelican Castaway Fishing Kayak Review
First kayak
- Comfortable
- Compact
- Easy Entry & Exit
- Easy To Lift
- Easy to Paddle
- More »
Pros
- None
Cons
- Day Trips
- Fishing
- Flat Waters
- Kayak Camping
- Rivers
- More »
Best Uses
"When I first got my kayak it felt somewhat heavy but after I used it for a while it really wasn't that bad and besides you only have to cary it to the water. I remember it feeling tippy when I first got in it but after 15 minutes that was all gone. Really comfortable and easy to use. Can't beat it f …" Read Full Review »
San Gabriel river
Pelican Castaway Fishing Kayak Review
Really enjoy this kayak
- Comfortable
- Compact
- Easy Entry & Exit
- Easy to Paddle
- Stable
Pros
- Heavy
- Poor Tracking
Cons
- Day Trips
- Flat Waters
- Kayak Camping
- Rivers
Best Uses
"I love this kayak. It doesn't track all that well, but then again, alot has to do with the paddler. The rod holder is a bit too far towards the feet, but I relocated mine a bit closer to me. The seat worked ok for awhile but after a ten hour ride, I decided it was time to upgrade to a cadillac in …" Read Full Review »
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