Always trade offs depending on price points on yaks, but looks like yours has held up pretty well, plus I think that general maintenance and upkeep go a long way in how long your equipment will last you.
Really liked hearing your opinion on the lure after owning both. I just bought the moken 12.5 and being an older model boat I couldn't find any local so I had to order it. Got it cheap $625 through ACK. I took it out last week and loved it! I did a ton of research and your Moken video influenced my decision quite a bit so thank you! Since I've been watching a lot of your other vids great job!
I have had no complaints in 7 years of use . My buddy has a 2014 lure 11.5 model he is still using . Hardly anything more I want to add . Last was downrigger . I did replace seat cover because it was pretty faded . There is a pocket for paddng on the gravity seat cover , so added more padding on seat area . I am going to replace deck pad next …. well , when I take a break from fishing long enough to replace it . I have had the watersnake motor and pwm going for 3 years with no issues . I have been kayaking for 20 plus years , The feelfree lure was the first one I was really happy with. th-cam.com/video/qsHHnkaMSC8/w-d-xo.html
What's your recommendation for a 11.5 Lure rudder system. Gotta hook my wife up. 8 Ball or foot pedal? They are both overpriced for what they are but she's got nothing right now!
I'm looking at the 2021 Lure 10 and Moken 10. Why is the Moken faster than the Lure, and is it that important? I'm 68 years old and weigh in at 210. The seat on the Lure is big selling point, as is the removable electronics pod.
Moken has the pod too. Big thing for you here is where you are going. Calm water, not great distances...Lure is probably best option. The moken is faster due to length and reduced width. 1' longer and an inch or so narrower. Long boats and airplanes have less resistance along the hull. Think of it like an arrow vs a dart i guess. Lol
So that wear and tear is lack of owner care IMO. I had a lure for 3 years and only had one issue.. and it looked brand new when the crack happened.. and the 11.5 is not that far priced off from the Bonafide.. And the bonafide has a ton of issues.. namely the seat Great review regardless.
Seat issues!? Wow. I'll look into that. You mainly fish the delta right? We have a lot of rock here as we share water with the white water guys. Really does a number on our boats. But in a word, you're right!
I visit Lynchburg quite often as I have family there. 1. Don't stress the first boat, it won't be your last one. 2. Looking back on it, with what I know I would buy used first.... see #1. 3. Fish in it a few times before you add ANYTHING to it.
@@WAEofFishing that's what I figured, you seem more like a paddler and I've seen you stand up quite a bit in the moken, so seems stable enough. I'm going for more speed this time around as well. Had a pelican catch 120, which was stupid stable, but so slow. Thanks for the quick reply
Kind of torn between the 11.5 lure and moken 12.5. As far as speed and paddling how do they compare and is the seat comfort enough above the moken to justify the cost with the new v2 moken style seat. Thanks
The seat is amazing! BUT speed and maneuverability are nowhere near the Moken. Now with the new Moken seat....I don't think I would ever go for the extra weight and cost of a lure.
15.00 dollar heat gun will fix those scratches, just got my kayak and got a scratch in it and used the heat gun worked wonders, it’s almost not there anymore. I would fix some of those cause they could lead to cracks down the road
Maybe I got ripped off. Just bought a new 2020 lure 11.5 v2 for $1300 out the door. Just basic. Do the 11.5 v2 sell new for under a grand?? And yes, I saw the sale at the feelfree site, but they don’t deliver to my area =\
That sounds high but I can't say for sure. I know that since covid there has been some price hikes because of supply. But that is $500 more than a moken v2 at $799... old models differed by ~$300 not double.
@@WAEofFishing feelfree site has them for $1399 but on sale for $1199. I just wish feelfree would ship to my area. Btw, fantastic vids you throw out here! Truly appreciated!
@@WAEofFishing Maybe the construction of some sort of above-ground storage rack, and a tarp to keep the uv rays and other weather off of the kayak might conserve its longevity. Just a friendly recommendation. 👍
I don't have any experience with the big fish. My feel frees are crazy stable, even in rough water and Rapids . The Moken V2 has a 400lb capacity, idk about the seat. This boat is good enough I was torn between it and the bonafide. The moken is only 799....a boat that is 300 less sounds dangerous to me. Just my opinion
@@WAEofFishing I was talking about the feel free Lure v2 11.5 I think that's 1300. The big fish 120 is made by 3 waters kayak and it's a sister company of Feel Free. Ugh I need to make a decision but it's so hard. So many different options in the 1300 and under mark. But thank you for the Info I'm really dissecting what one to order
Always trade offs depending on price points on yaks, but looks like yours has held up pretty well, plus I think that general maintenance and upkeep go a long way in how long your equipment will last you.
Pick mine up tomorrow. V1. Just getting into kayak fishing. With this review i can rest easy knowing I made the right choice for the $ Thanks so much!
You are so very welcome!
Really liked hearing your opinion on the lure after owning both. I just bought the moken 12.5 and being an older model boat I couldn't find any local so I had to order it. Got it cheap $625 through ACK. I took it out last week and loved it! I did a ton of research and your Moken video influenced my decision quite a bit so thank you! Since I've been watching a lot of your other vids great job!
Wow wow..... wow. Thank you
Nice video. Nice house. Nice boat. You got some amazing friends.
Yep
I’d pay the money just for the seat! The Lure has THE MOST comfortable seat out of ANY kayak! And that’s coming from a Hobie guy! 😉
I liked the hobie seat, but I think I agree!
WAEofFishing I think if Hobie put the Lure seat in the PA, it would be unbeatable! Lol
Appreciate the update with real usage!
You're welcome! I appreciate you watching the video!
Cosmetic flaws? Nope. I call it character!! Great video.
LOL! thanks
Thanks for making this video. I like your style.
Thank you very much!
Great video brother just got my new 13.5 today pretty stoked. Btw liked and subbed.
Congrats and thank you!
Just picked up one of these, appreciate the thorough review. New supporter 👊🏽
👊🏾 thanks a lot!
Great video. You covered all the points.
Thank you! I appreciate yout for watching
Great Review! Thanks for sharing.👍
You are welcome
Good review thank you.
You are very welcome!
I have had no complaints in 7 years of use . My buddy has a 2014 lure 11.5 model he is still using . Hardly anything more I want to add . Last was downrigger .
I did replace seat cover because it was pretty faded . There is a pocket for paddng on the gravity seat cover , so added more padding on seat area .
I am going to replace deck pad next …. well , when I take a break from fishing long enough to replace it .
I have had the watersnake motor and pwm going for 3 years with no issues . I have been kayaking for 20 plus years , The feelfree lure was the first one I was really happy with. th-cam.com/video/qsHHnkaMSC8/w-d-xo.html
Very nice! On this and the moken I need to replace the rudder systems. Fully
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What's your recommendation for a 11.5 Lure rudder system. Gotta hook my wife up. 8 Ball or foot pedal? They are both overpriced for what they are but she's got nothing right now!
Yes, it is very overpriced. I really like the foot pedal set up to be honest. I have it on the lure and moken. No complaints from me or my son
I'm looking at the 2021 Lure 10 and Moken 10. Why is the Moken faster than the Lure, and is it that important? I'm 68 years old and weigh in at 210. The seat on the Lure is big selling point, as is the removable electronics pod.
Moken has the pod too. Big thing for you here is where you are going. Calm water, not great distances...Lure is probably best option. The moken is faster due to length and reduced width. 1' longer and an inch or so narrower. Long boats and airplanes have less resistance along the hull. Think of it like an arrow vs a dart i guess. Lol
So that wear and tear is lack of owner care IMO. I had a lure for 3 years and only had one issue.. and it looked brand new when the crack happened.. and the 11.5 is not that far priced off from the Bonafide.. And the bonafide has a ton of issues.. namely the seat Great review regardless.
Seat issues!? Wow. I'll look into that. You mainly fish the delta right? We have a lot of rock here as we share water with the white water guys. Really does a number on our boats. But in a word, you're right!
I live in lynchburg and was looking to get into kayaking in the spring. Any notes or advice. Probably gonna look into a feel free.
I visit Lynchburg quite often as I have family there. 1. Don't stress the first boat, it won't be your last one. 2. Looking back on it, with what I know I would buy used first.... see #1. 3. Fish in it a few times before you add ANYTHING to it.
@@WAEofFishing Ty. I'm probably gonna go Feel Free. Maybe a moken 12.5 or the Seastream pdl. Thank you for the help.
how stable is this standing compared to moken 12.5 you think?
Identical. The hull shape underneath is Identical
If you were going to buy another kayak, would you pick the lure or the upgraded moken?
No one has ever asked me this! Moken for sure tho! Speed and maneuverability
@@WAEofFishing that's what I figured, you seem more like a paddler and I've seen you stand up quite a bit in the moken, so seems stable enough. I'm going for more speed this time around as well. Had a pelican catch 120, which was stupid stable, but so slow. Thanks for the quick reply
@@jasonbray1734 always! You're welcome
I’ve seen some folks make a protective cover for the keel out of pvc
I'd like to see that!
Here’s one type: th-cam.com/video/Al-Hd2drQg0/w-d-xo.html
There is also one I saw using 3” pvc pipe. The one using Kydex looks better to me.
Kind of torn between the 11.5 lure and moken 12.5. As far as speed and paddling how do they compare and is the seat comfort enough above the moken to justify the cost with the new v2 moken style seat. Thanks
The seat is amazing! BUT speed and maneuverability are nowhere near the Moken. Now with the new Moken seat....I don't think I would ever go for the extra weight and cost of a lure.
How Does Durand carry his kayak? Truck bed?
Yep.
15.00 dollar heat gun will fix those scratches, just got my kayak and got a scratch in it and used the heat gun worked wonders, it’s almost not there anymore. I would fix some of those cause they could lead to cracks down the road
Thank you! I hadn't considered it cracking.
Maybe I got ripped off. Just bought a new 2020 lure 11.5 v2 for $1300 out the door. Just basic. Do the 11.5 v2 sell new for under a grand??
And yes, I saw the sale at the feelfree site, but they don’t deliver to my area =\
That sounds high but I can't say for sure. I know that since covid there has been some price hikes because of supply. But that is $500 more than a moken v2 at $799... old models differed by ~$300 not double.
@@WAEofFishing feelfree site has them for $1399 but on sale for $1199. I just wish feelfree would ship to my area. Btw, fantastic vids you throw out here! Truly appreciated!
Thank you! And that's crazy. Locally the 11.5 lure v2 is 1200 new. I just looked at paddleva website.
Wow. Is the rig stored outdoors on the ground, continually exposed to the elements......and a dog?
Yes. No garage dog was a new puppy
@@WAEofFishing Maybe the construction of some sort of above-ground storage rack, and a tarp to keep the uv rays and other weather off of the kayak might conserve its longevity. Just a friendly recommendation. 👍
Agreed!
Do you recommend this over the big fish 120 that's 300 cheaper? How is the stability on the feel free? I'm 6 2 260 so I need something half decent
I don't have any experience with the big fish. My feel frees are crazy stable, even in rough water and Rapids . The Moken V2 has a 400lb capacity, idk about the seat. This boat is good enough I was torn between it and the bonafide. The moken is only 799....a boat that is 300 less sounds dangerous to me. Just my opinion
@@WAEofFishing I was talking about the feel free Lure v2 11.5 I think that's 1300. The big fish 120 is made by 3 waters kayak and it's a sister company of Feel Free. Ugh I need to make a decision but it's so hard. So many different options in the 1300 and under mark. But thank you for the Info I'm really dissecting what one to order
Tough choice for sure!
Great vid..how's the tracking on the feel free?
The lure needs a rudder.
Nice
Nice name! Lol!!
I use the wheel in the keel every single time I take my moken out.
I have a bona-fide without it and miss it every time.
I just paid 1,200 for my lure 11.5 with rudders amd a cart I wanna know where I can find one for 400 bucks because I will buy them all lol
I must have mispoke or something. This boat was about 1000, 200 for rudder, 140 life jacket, etc. LOL, DOH
Yea I can see myself not wiping stuff down so it looks dirty who cares, does it leak nope great!
My man! Lol