Bonafide PWR129 on the water review | Should you buy?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ก.ค. 2024
- I take out out the newest fishing kayak from Bonafide kayak on the water to see if the new PWR129 is worth the hype. I go over the most common questions about this kayak....
Is this fishing kayak stable?
Is this kayak maneuverable?
And is this kayak worth the money?
I go over several features of the kayak and talk about the main fishing kayak competition that you may also be looking at as well. #bonafidekayaks #kayakfishing #moststablekayak #bassfishing #kayak #trollingmotor
Intro - 00:00
Paddle performance - 1:50
Foot Steering - 03:05
Stability - 07:05
Controlling drift - 09:13
Should you buy? - 17:31
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I really liked this review. Thanks for the in depth breakdown. I know it takes time to do all this, and even bring it out on the water.
Well, my wife is great and works for free lol. Thank you for watching!
Already purchased and did the same thing you did. Paddled it before motoring it. Definitely blown away by the tracking and ability to paddle it easy. Was worried about stepping away from crescent but I’m set with the pwr129 now
Awesome! You won't be disappointed
Excellent Review, Prolly the most in-depth out yet. Sending my buddy the link
Appreciate you as always Angry. Thanks for watching!
Great OTW review. Thanks man
Thank you for watching. Hope to see you around on future vids!
Great review. Reaffirms my decision to put in my order with my local dealer. Can't wait for its late April early May delivery.
Glad I can help! Stick around and give me a shout every now and then.
Thanks for watching
Very fair review. Those are my thoughts as well. I wish I could bring you mine with the motors all hooked up and hear your opinion. Thanks
Appreciate that. I may rig one with a Newport
@@thebeardedpaddler Awesome. Just be careful turning sharp on high speed. It turns on a dime. Chad said he got it up to 6mph with the 1103
@@Flukemaster I believe it. That rudder is really responsive and the hull seems to plane across the water well
going to upgrade to this from my SS106 in the near future.
Good review, glad for your section on stability. What motor(s) do you recommend?
All of them will work. I like Newport because you can use any battery for it. I love motorguide gps if you want the motor on the bow and have spot lock
Think about this for my first fishing kayak. Will start off paddling, but love the possibilities of motorization down the road
That's why I like it. Build it over time.
@@thebeardedpaddler been waiting on some “on the water reviews” to confirm what i have hoped it would be and so far I’m impressed
@thebeardedpaddler would you recommend this kayak for a first time fishing kayak?
I really like both the SS127 (non pedal) and the PWR129. For general lake fishing 🎣 I’m figuring the 127 and outfit it with a trolling motor and pwr pole.
Solid choice
Thanks for the review, good job. I think I will keep my ss 127 but if you can tell me is the 129 more stable than the 127 or about the same. Thanks
Slightly better stability on the PWR129 but the movement through the water is a bit better.
You won't sacrifice much by having a SS127. I'm more looking forward to the river performance
Haven’t gotten into the sport yet but I’m impressed with your review of the PWR129. The price point is also more inline with what I prefer to spend. Question, what will I need to transport this kayak?
Thanks
Truck bed or trailer. A friend can help car top of course.
Thanks for another great review. Excluding price, how would you compare this Bonafide against the new Titan X models for comfort, stability, fishability and how configurable they are? I really like the Titan X but this Bonafide looks pretty impressive. Keep up the great work!!
Interested as well
I love the comfort of the Titan X with the swivel seat and NO kayak is as stable as the Titan X. If I was buying a kayak with the sole purpose of motorizing, I would go PWR.
If I wanted to motorize AND possibly still enjoy pedal drive without motor sometimes, I would go Titan X. Also keep in mind that the PWR129 has a higher weight cap than the Titan X according to Bonafides specs.
@@thebeardedpaddler i’d love to see a comparison or a head to head for these 2. 35in isn’t even as wide as my hobie lynx. I don’t need the pedal drive but because it’s going to be rigged with batteries and motors, and stand fishing, i would want the widest most stable x and i doubt the PWR is more stable than the titan.
@@jwalker497 the Titan X is the most stable kayak I've ever been in. I love the customization of the PWR129 and the Titan X. If I was going to motor I would go with PWR129.
If stability is the most important thing, go with the Titan X 12.5 and you will love it
I thought both were rated at 500lb capacity? I’ve had the Titan X on the top of my list as a heavier guy 5’10” 300lbs, but the cost is what holds me up. I currently paddle in an ascend H12 and wanted to get to a pedal platform due to some shoulder issues. I have a motor and would motor the next one but really only to get to places not while fishing. With this price point, even without the pedal feature, which I think Bonafide missed the mark on with this model, I’m now seriously contemplating this PWR129. The customization of both platforms are a wash, both are excellent it appears as far as customization with the panels. Don’t really comes down to if I want another paddle or if I want the extra cost of the pedal. I fish mostly lakes and the California Delta so not much river fishing for me. Great review! Thanks!
Whats your unbiased opinion on stability vs Unlimited while standing and fishing?
I know it’s 6” less wide vs Unlimited.
I own the Unlimited and I enjoy it but perceived versatility of pwr129 without having to buy all the add ons is interesting.
It's about the same honestly. The PWR does paddle a little better (to me) than the Unlimited. I would be very interested to see a speed test in a PWR since I Owned an Unlimited with an Xi3 in the past. I suspect the PWR may be faster
What do you think about when comparing the other Bonafide kayaks? I’m looking for a paddle kayak to fish local lakes here in GA. I don’t plan on ever putting a motor on it and think the steerable rudder would be good. Which kayak from Bonafide is the best to paddle but also stable and comfortable?
All of Bonafides are stable. You can add a rudder to the SS127 or the SS107. But after doing so you would probably be paying more than you would for the PWR129. It's going to be interesting to see how the PWR affects the sales of the SS127 as they are very close in pricing
@@thebeardedpaddler how about paddling each of them or do they all paddle about the same as far as ease or not feeling like a barge to paddle per say?
@@dyakr4368 PWR paddles a little better
@@thebeardedpaddler I’ll have to find a place that’ll let me demo it before buying. I’m looking for two kayaks for me and my son to bass fish
Have you had the chance to use this some more going down rivers? This is on my short list for a duck hunting kayak since it checks most of my boxes, but I'm really curious how it handles river situations.
It's the first one I'll be taking. Need some water here though 😕
How do you this kayak would do for the flats amd salt marsh of Texas with the occasional deeper water bay/offshore fishing? Ive been looking at the Bonafide lineup like the SKF, SS, PWR. Considering they all can be powered what do you think would suit me best?
@@caseysimpson2610 I think the SKF would do best in the flats. Put an anchor pole on it and go to town.
Pwr129 would also do well
what sucks is i was about to buy the unlimited but they didn't have the color i wanted in stock . then this comes out. but the unlimited swivel seat and open deck sill may be what i need. fishing the sound and creeks big reds are not fun getting in cluttered floor space. it would be nice to have a place to try each out. but the pwr129 is attractive but no swivel seat nor the ability to move your cg with the seat. but the price is right , how does it work with a drift sock?? open sound the wind can be a issue . few more rnds of kemo and i have a decision to make. gear pod , front storage is a plus for the same money , other than that i have everything already to rig a yak. who will make the perfect yak lol no one. but i can drive to bonifide and pick up a yak . i was quoted 350 shipping to get a camo unlimited and have 2 dealers within 40 miles guess they just want to sell what they have on hand. there not good dealers imo. neither offered to order it for me. so there loss of sale
Got one sitting here lol. I think you may really like the Unlimited for what you need out of it. I like the open deck space better for certain applications and the customer service with Nucanoe is top notch
Just put $500 down for a March 2024 delivery. I’ve owned an SS107 and currently have an SS127, but can’t wait to migrate to this kayak for exactly all the reasons you pointed out. Great video! Thanks for sharing the content!
You are welcome! Come to Arkansas we have plenty of them in all colors! Lol
Thanks for watching!
What are your thoughts on the SS127 for creek fishing i guess is what im wanting to know...?
It's a rough ask for an SS127. it's designed for calm flat water. You can do it, but man you will be paddling a lot to move it. Much better options out there for rivers than the SS127 even in Bonafides lineup
Would it be good for drifting along mangrove shorelines, or would the slayer 12.5 max be better .
Both would be good options. You may like the foot steering a little more
Are you going to test it with both motors (back and front)? Where is a video from Bonafide/Fluke with a stern motor?! Looks like they never had any testing with it.
Not sure he has yet. I may rig a PWR with a Newport NK180 and mess around with that a bit
Would you chose this kayak over the AP120 ?
Thank You
Yes
For sure on my short list! After being in the water if you motorized I would you choose bow or stern? I know it can accommodate both but my wallet won’t… thanks!
I like the bow mounts. I love spot lock and I don't cover a tremendous amount of distance.
How does it paddle compared to the unlimited. I have the unlimited and am wondering if I should sell and get this.
I thought it paddled better honestly. It's not night and day but the hull shape and the rudder really made a difference to me
@@thebeardedpaddlerthank you.. I literally came back to ask this.. lots of my ponds motor is unnecessary due to small size..
Is it lighter and easier to handle off the water compared to the NuCanoe Unlimited with a cart?
That's tough to say. Out of the water, I would say PWR129 because I love their handles and the location. It makes it feel lighter than it really is.
Great question
Would any motor fit on the stern or do you need to buy Bonafide's $2,000+ motor.
Bonafide doesn't sell their own motor but a majority of motors use the same 4 bolt mounting pattern. Torquedo and Newport are the big players in that market.
If you are looking at a motor that does not then all you would need to do is get a mounting plate that would adapt to it is all.
Thanks for watching!
I really wish I didn’t watch this video. Lol. Ugh. More $$ I’m going to spend.
I’m impressed with the versatility of the PWR129.
Sorry! It's a solid choice! May keep someone from buying the WRONG kayak? Lol
Thanks for watching!
Buy an old town 106 peddle drive.
Thank me later
Crescent Shoalie with NK180 more versatile and better value in my opinion. Good overview however.
Thank you!
Shoalie is more comparable to the RVR119 in my opinion. This is more of a lake kayak that may also be adequate on rivers. This kayak's home is designed for the lake for sure.
I have a Shoalie ready to review now though!
How do you feel the stability compares to a PA14?
It's about the same on primary stability. The secondary is where people don't like on the Pro Anglers. The secondary stability is strong on every Bonafide I feel.
I’ve had a Pro Angler for about 2 years and fished offshore, 3 ft rollers, etc. it’s extremely stable so if the PWR is close to that then I’m impressed.
@@BamaBassCatcher99 Nothing wrong with the Pro Angler stability with my experience either. Its built more for the Primary stability as the Bonafide is built more for Secondary. They are both VERY stable, just feel slightly different.
Im trying to find if you have done any reviews on the ss127? ....if so can you get me a link ....
Bonafide kayak lineup
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Fishing Kayak Showdown | Nucanoe Unlimited vs. Bonafide SS127
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Im planning to sell my Kayak to get this one!
What kind of kayak do you have now?
here in lies the ????? would you take it off shore ???
I would 100%