watch the 2020 version of this video here all about Rachel th-cam.com/video/3azMGYsVwrM/w-d-xo.html or Buy the amazing bixpy here (affiliate) lddy.no/3lfb
Awesome idea, but know the law in your area... In some states, a canoe, kayak or paddleboard becomes a "motor-boat" if any type of motor is used, and it becomes subject to additional licenses and permits. It may also be prohibited on some public waters.
Aliex Fishing TV the big battery and trolling motor is definitely a heavy set up for kayaks, don't use it too often for that reason. Hopefully the price drops down a bit eventually. I would invest in one then.
Wow ... nice but I have to agree ... $1000 motor kit need to pull a water skier on the back ... for when I get totally lazy perhaps ... when that day comes hopefully it cost less.
+Ryan Utz I think it last longer than that, I was testing the bixpy yesterday and I was there for at least 3 hours and I had more than half battery left If you decide to get one don't forget to use the code in the description so you can safe some money. Here is the video I was making reference to th-cam.com/video/xZw3ZYXWrnw/w-d-xo.html Thanks 😁
Not my thing, however definitely awesome to see this option!! I know many who wanted something like this. 🤙 The Hobie center compartment is also a huge asset!!
Not to knock the bixby motor but I'm not sure I'd purchase one now after seeing this video. I was really excited about it but I feel sorta let down now.... Guess it didnt meet my expectatioms of speed. I really like the idea of jet propulsion and all the technology and diversity of this motor to fit virtually any kayak. I believe that's the future of motorized kayaking. That sounds oxymoronic lol. It's perfect for us kayakers , lightweight and the battery tech is great! But it seems to me it lacks power. Yes I know it was windy and choppy but 3mph isn't what I'd expect from something in this price range. Plus, i wonder the longevity of these things?? What do they cost to repair? I've been building trolling motors for years for Hobie's and sold a ton. They're simple, powerful and long lasting. As the years go by, I've realized the simpler things are on a kayak, the better. My motor cost less than half the price of this thing and imo performs the same if not better. If anyone is interested and wants to know more about my motors, check out my TH-cam channel or you can visit my website if you want. Not trying to spam up your comment section buddy haha. Just helping fellow Hobie owners by giving them options. Congrats on your purchase and I hope you catch some biggons!! You guys take care and be safe. Cmon!!
VentureTube +VentureTube Tony what's up bro, I have been watching your stuff since 2014 or so, almost never commented except in that video of your about wind not being a joke. Check this outback bixpy video we did it went fast th-cam.com/video/tlt-r2y0ZSU/w-d-xo.html
Build and test the ultimate set up . Double outriggers with motors on each also one on the keel and one on the rudder . 4 horses , now then you could really boggie . Great idea , hope to get one down the road .
+JT Kayak Fishing it turns really good I was surprised, even when off , just using the mirage drive and the bixpy on the back it still turn fine just like the rudder, crazy
Aliex Fishing TV under full power it takes a little more force to go from one exteme to the other in rudder throw, but that's BC this thing puts out 30lbs of thrust. Very controllable and fun!
bixpy cost $1,099...if money isnt a problem and weight is then bixpy for you. honestly your best bet will not be a kayak, for $1,065 to $1,504 get a meyers sportpal canoe. you will get far greater stability, capacity, and the canoe will weigh less than most kayaks going this route. feel free to do your own research but i think you'll find my claims aren't unfounded. if kayaks are truly your thing then you wont be spending any less than $1000 for a decent one. additionally you can pick up an entire minn kota trolling system that includes a 30lb thrust trolling motor, power center, battery, and a charger for less than $300 on amazon. you can do whatever the hell you wanna do i just thought as a new comer that you should know there is some better stuff out there. Over a grand for bixpy is just obscene.
+Asura a canoe? Bixpy works great on a canoe, you know something I never wanted to get a canoe it is not for me, not super stable, if I want to go deep ocean fishing a canoe won't work. There are a million ways to get on the water, Bixpy is one of them and after testing it twice I can say it is awesome
instead of spending $1100 you can spend $270 on a regular trolling setup that is almost as good if not better. bixpy does weigh significantly less but is it enough to warrant an extra $830?
If your boat has a motor, does it have to be registered. Numbers on the side of your paddle board or kayak plus a boaters license? Na my kayak weighs less than 50 lbs it paddles pretty easy.
riprockvx9 A solar panel could likely work if it is designed to charge consumer electronics, but no direct solution that I'm aware. would be interesting to find out how we can make this happen. About the old time predator. While it is our aim to get as many solutions out with direct attachments it will likely be a bit to design, mass produce and ship these adapters. The beauty is that there might be an adapter that works for you currently with little or no modification. You should be able to make your own cassette likely. Think of a way to make a kick up feature too when designing and who knows, maybe we'll buy the design from you :)
+Ironix1 I have used this litle motor a lot lately and it is awesome, so easy to use, so adaptable and the best part, how awesome it feels when you are in the water and this thing takes you to your spot without sweating
Interesting idea, however a few major drawbacks on really any motor installed on a kayak: You can't use it is most kayak tournaments and depending on where you live installing a motor would require you to register your kayak and pay annual fees.
+andrew chu great question Andrew, it has a magnetic kill switch that attaches to the battery and you attached the other end to your PFD so if you fall off, boom motor shuts down
Aliex Fishing yeah... I was kinda being a little sarcastic. I'd love a couple to throw on our yaks, but at the current price it's out of my budget. Very cool idea, tho, and I might have to Hodge-Podge a version made from old trolling motors or something. Thanks!
Very good video Aliex! I'm not a big fan of motorized fishing (sold my boat for a kayak), but this thing looks like it would be nice when returning from a day on the water. What's the battery life again?
Henry Carmona It all depends on the usage. It's a sealed and Buoyant battery that has an Aux port for a Fish finder or GPS, or can be used to charge your tablet or phone. 10 forward speeds 3 Reverse. It has a top speed of upto 7mph. You're looking at run times anywhere from over 6.5 hours at the lowest speeds. 3.5h at the median speeds and about 1.5h at the highest speed if used continuously non-stop. Price point is $999 for the Hobie Rudder system. Mirage and Pro Angler are $1099. The whole unit weights 10 lbs including motor and battery. 1Hp, 30lbs of thrust, it moves an amazing 100gallons per minute.
Yeah I can get a Min-kota and a battery for a lot less $$$. True it won't be as light a setup but since I would need to register the boat anyway might as well save some $$$ for future fees.
+Allen Bishop have you try the trolling motor ans the battery?? The motor alone weights over 25#, the whole bixpy unit and battery is under 10#. Trolling motor adds considerable weight to a kayak that may make unstable and risky
Once you add a motor, the boat registration regulations change. Many U.S. States require a boat registration if there is a motor (gas, diesel or electric).
Only need to register it if your not educated. Look into laws and study who they apply to. Good place to start is drivers licenses. Remember - you can't take a right and sell it back as a privilege - case law on this.
Electric Surf Sports Waiting on a phone call to meet shipping company and receive my Vibe 130 Sea Ghost. Stumbled on these vids by chance and am pretty excited. People are complaining about price, but a powered yak at just under $2k isn’t crazy. Your demos show that the design is very thoughtful, especially in its adaptability for a variety of applications. A few questions: 1. Have you determined a realistic lifespan of the unit in hours? (Prop head and battery) 2. Is the prop head essentially an aquarium pump with modified housing and impeller? If so, is the impeller similarly easy to replace and maintain? 3. In Texas, adding a trolling motor requires operators to register the kayak as a motorized vehicle. (Something to that effect). Do you know if the Bixpy would require the same? 4. Several comments compare trolling motor outputs, stating increased performance at lower cost. We know that there is no comparison in terms of weight. Have you experimented with or considered a higher-output device that adds a little weight but more speed/range? Or is the current model already optimized for available technology? Thank you! Chris Wray San Antonio, TX
Christopher Sherwood there is a DIY Bixpy Kit. We just picked up some Vibe kayaks and we will be doing a video on how to modify a rudder and attach it to any rudder or Vibe Seaghost rudder for that matter. Stay tuned!
I know a guy down in Florida that hit a reef n tore out his plug mounted trolling motor n he came close to death as he is 68 yrs old. Yes, in some scenarios that motor would be fine, but where I fish we have tons of submerged tree trunks n other hazards. I use a Torqeedo 403 n have hit a few n the motor just flips up n goes again. Maybe my day is coming as I am a old Paradog myself. I can run all day with a battery that last many hours, if you go FOT common sense is you have a heavy gas foot. So figure that out. It has saved my wife n I several times, as we go all day most times. If I had hit a reef it would do the same IMHO. Scottys Outriggers are great for older people n Yaks. I can load in my truck fully loaded n wheel my sand tires down the ramp where no one can launch a boat. An the 6-10 boats are waiting in line sometimes for hours. That's a veryyy good reason to go with a kayak. PA 14s rocks if you run quality equipment. You get what you pay for in kayaks.
uh.... 1000??? this is not affordable. 95% of the kayaks and canoes out there cost less than this motor. Why would someone buy this when they can get a trolling motor and battery for less and get better ride times. 500 and better times would be competitive.
+Virginia Paddler ohh come on, the whole thing weighs 10# a 45# trolling motor and and 60#battery will drive you crazy also a decent 45# saltwater trolling motor is going to run you to $300-400 the battery $60-100 and you still have to setup the cables, when the battery starts losing power it slows down the motor, Bixpy keeps going till the end because it is lithium, you can carry a second battery because it only weighs 7#. 95% of the kayaks and canoes that costs less than $1000 cost that for a reason! What's more good luck putting a heavy battery and motor in a hobie revo rated for 270#, and don't tell me you will use a 20# trust trolling motor, you are better off not using anything. Sorry about the rant but I'm tired of people only looking at price and not the whole package. Torqueedo costs almost double and is not faster and it doesn't last much longer.
I totally get you support the product. Mine is nothing but a opinion, but I own half dozen kayaks of various lengths and uses...(Very good kayaks I might add) that I spent 1000 or less for, and I just cant see spending 1000 for it. I am absolutely sure there is a market for it... particularly fishermen..... but for the recreational kayaker not so much. Again just a initial opinion. Whats the usage expectation in hours for the motor? How much are additional batteries?
+Virginia Paddler I'm not sure how much the second battery is but it is lithium they are expensive. At middle speed the motor runs for 5 at least, I had it on the titan fishing for hours and battery was about 60%
If they weren't so expensive, I'd get 2 for my Tequila kayak. 1 either side at the rear. My Kayak is 3 seater with no rudder but I could steer by controlling the speed of each motor.
Question- how many of these have you sold....my guess...not many.. 1k is crazy. get it to 300-400 and they will fly. cool idea but price point is whack
Bixpy had sold thousands, bro do you know how much a lithium battery is? $400 for a 50ah hour how much is a saltwater motor? $500 so that alone is $900 not counting cables, installation, marketing r and d and so much more
Need at least a manual system to pull up motor while seated. No one wants to turn around behind the seat and struggle to get to rear of kayak trying to pull motor up from being grounded.😢
+Matthew Berry i guess you didn't want the entire video, it runs over 4. 5 mph on the rudder and if you use the mirage drive as well it goes over 6pmh also so you know, all there boats have hull speed limits of around 5 mph
really? Listen , I have a life style I'd like to live, would you mind paying for it? LOts of vids to watch and yours won't be one of them. good luck with your e-begging
not hate, where do you get that from. It is the sence of entitledment. Do what you love in Life just don't expect everyone to pay for it. Type in "Invisible people Homeless" on youtube and see what comes up. There are people who do need assistance. Your not one of them. Don;t worry not interested in anything you have to offer. Your not satisfied with the money you make on youtube and I guess you realize your content won't be enough to sustain a large viewing audience. Thats why people like you set up Patreon accounts. Good news, I just made you some money. More comments, more money.
I live in the USA, free market economy and I do whatever I want as long as it is legal to make money, what is your beef with premium content? I bet you rent movies, or go to the theater or have a Netflix account, or pay a little extra for things like a better coffee?? If you think my content is not good enough for you, that's fine I have a lot of people who enjoy what I do. I work hard on this channel, putting countless of hours into it. You don't get to tell me how I should monetized my content or not and if you were a bit self awared you would notice your comments are pure hate towards youtubers like me. Do me a favor and just go away before I block you
watch the 2020 version of this video here all about Rachel th-cam.com/video/3azMGYsVwrM/w-d-xo.html
or Buy the amazing bixpy here (affiliate)
lddy.no/3lfb
Awesome idea, but know the law in your area... In some states, a canoe, kayak or paddleboard becomes a "motor-boat" if any type of motor is used, and it becomes subject to additional licenses and permits. It may also be prohibited on some public waters.
Simple register for a small annual fee, in FL is $26,and since this is an electric tiny motor I can go pretty much on any water
Price is around $1k? Pretty steep don't you think?
The motor itself ie about $400 very comparable to a trolling motor, the issue is the lithium battery, check the prices for those
Why bixpy has only 1 year guarantee?much money for that guarantee !
Looks really compact and the battery pack is legit. But for 1000 bucks I'll stick to my 25$ dollar used minn Kota.
+Booboi010 I did the heavy battery stuff for a while and got tired, $1000 is not a bad price, expensive but not bad
Aliex Fishing TV the big battery and trolling motor is definitely a heavy set up for kayaks, don't use it too often for that reason. Hopefully the price drops down a bit eventually. I would invest in one then.
Anotherflores91 *ljustnightright ow
Wow ... nice but I have to agree ... $1000 motor kit need to pull a water skier on the back ... for when I get totally lazy perhaps ... when that day comes hopefully it cost less.
did i click on this because of your thumbnail ? .......... yes i did lol!
+Working Class Outdoors I made this thumbnail just for you 😂😂😂😂
Working Class Outdoors the "clickbait" is featured in Aliex's new Bixpy video here: th-cam.com/video/j1takynndLc/w-d-xo.html
Working Class Outdoors the wet canoe with the boebies
We all did [hides head in shame]
lmao
Oh yea Bixpy, but truly the thumbnail got my motor running!!! I have always loved the twin peaks mountains. God Bless America!!!! "w.w."
You gonna enjoy this one th-cam.com/video/j1takynndLc/w-d-xo.html
Awesome! 1.5 hours at full speed is plenty to get out to where you need to be and get back in. I think i might need to get one of these.
+Ryan Utz I think it last longer than that, I was testing the bixpy yesterday and I was there for at least 3 hours and I had more than half battery left
If you decide to get one don't forget to use the code in the description so you can safe some money. Here is the video I was making reference to th-cam.com/video/xZw3ZYXWrnw/w-d-xo.html
Thanks 😁
Awesome product!!!
If it works good installed on the rudder is a total winner!!!
+Fred Fable it works Fred 😀😀😀 if it didn't I wouldnt have made the video, or would have trash it 😂😂
It's so much fun on the rudder. turns on a dime too!
Not my thing, however definitely awesome to see this option!! I know many who wanted something like this. 🤙 The Hobie center compartment is also a huge asset!!
It is a great little motor to lend you a hand when you need it, for some reasons I find the noise it makes to attract fish
Saw this at ICAST 2017 and it was incredibly strong for its size!
+Nick's Life Outside I was surprised how powerful it is for being so little too
Guys if you look closely in the thumbnail, the women is actually holding a jet motor for kayaks.
finally!!!!!! thanks, but if you want to see a full video of Rachel demoing the bixpy, here it is th-cam.com/video/3azMGYsVwrM/w-d-xo.html
Desing a plastic kayak with two jets and two battery packs built right into the kayak. 😊
Rudder adapter makes a lot of sense! Rear power and easy to turn
100% agreed with you
Not to knock the bixby motor but I'm not sure I'd purchase one now after seeing this video. I was really excited about it but I feel sorta let down now.... Guess it didnt meet my expectatioms of speed. I really like the idea of jet propulsion and all the technology and diversity of this motor to fit virtually any kayak. I believe that's the future of motorized kayaking. That sounds oxymoronic lol. It's perfect for us kayakers , lightweight and the battery tech is great! But it seems to me it lacks power. Yes I know it was windy and choppy but 3mph isn't what I'd expect from something in this price range. Plus, i wonder the longevity of these things?? What do they cost to repair? I've been building trolling motors for years for Hobie's and sold a ton. They're simple, powerful and long lasting. As the years go by, I've realized the simpler things are on a kayak, the better. My motor cost less than half the price of this thing and imo performs the same if not better. If anyone is interested and wants to know more about my motors, check out my TH-cam channel or you can visit my website if you want. Not trying to spam up your comment section buddy haha. Just helping fellow Hobie owners by giving them options. Congrats on your purchase and I hope you catch some biggons!! You guys take care and be safe. Cmon!!
VentureTube +VentureTube Tony what's up bro, I have been watching your stuff since 2014 or so, almost never commented except in that video of your about wind not being a joke. Check this outback bixpy video we did it went fast th-cam.com/video/tlt-r2y0ZSU/w-d-xo.html
Build and test the ultimate set up . Double outriggers with motors on each also one on the keel and one on the rudder . 4 horses , now then you could really boggie . Great idea , hope to get one down the road .
+Hardworking American I would love to see that
Looks like a good option .. When it was mounted on the rudder can you still turn good while its off?
+JT Kayak Fishing it turns really good I was surprised, even when off , just using the mirage drive and the bixpy on the back it still turn fine just like the rudder, crazy
Aliex Fishing TV , that was one of my main concerns with this product..
+JT Kayak Fishing you do have to be careful when you turn with the motor on, you don't want to go in circles 😁
Aliex Fishing TV under full power it takes a little more force to go from one exteme to the other in rudder throw, but that's BC this thing puts out 30lbs of thrust. Very controllable and fun!
If I ever get a Kayak, I am definitely getting one of these motors, that motor is awesome!!!!!
+Bass Fishing With TK Heaven bro a light motor like this is a fishing kayaker best friend, even Chad hoover use a tiny motor
Aliex Fishing TV brilliant!!
bixpy cost $1,099...if money isnt a problem and weight is then bixpy for you. honestly your best bet will not be a kayak, for $1,065 to $1,504 get a meyers sportpal canoe. you will get far greater stability, capacity, and the canoe will weigh less than most kayaks going this route. feel free to do your own research but i think you'll find my claims aren't unfounded. if kayaks are truly your thing then you wont be spending any less than $1000 for a decent one. additionally you can pick up an entire minn kota trolling system that includes a 30lb thrust trolling motor, power center, battery, and a charger for less than $300 on amazon. you can do whatever the hell you wanna do i just thought as a new comer that you should know there is some better stuff out there.
Over a grand for bixpy is just obscene.
+Asura a canoe? Bixpy works great on a canoe, you know something I never wanted to get a canoe it is not for me, not super stable, if I want to go deep ocean fishing a canoe won't work. There are a million ways to get on the water, Bixpy is one of them and after testing it twice I can say it is awesome
instead of spending $1100 you can spend $270 on a regular trolling setup that is almost as good if not better. bixpy does weigh significantly less but is it enough to warrant an extra $830?
Funny I did this 5 years ago with left over parts from my rc boats that I race. Now we are making one with an rc turbine with 80lbs of thrust
If your boat has a motor, does it have to be registered. Numbers on the side of your paddle board or kayak plus a boaters license? Na my kayak weighs less than 50 lbs it paddles pretty easy.
That is a sweet accessory.
+Vaughn Rhone super sweet bro, you don't realize how much it helps with with fishing until you see yours friends working hard just to keep up with you
I've used mine on numerous occasions in my Hobie Compass. It is especially great for trolling!
Perfect speed for trolling, Thanks Ted 😁
Don't u have to register your not if u purchase this motor?
You do
Hey my friend Thanks for posting , this looks like a great product . Please do a long term test / review on it and let us know how it last's .
+Smileyman yes, it is on the plans, gotta put it thru the paces first😁😁
Love your channel man. Hopefully your channel blows up!
Thanks bro, I'm trying to make it blow up lots of work
That's a cool little motor. The battery pack is where it's at!!
+Let's Go Fishing! South Florida the battery is super awesome you can even power your fish finder
Design boots with ducts to draw in water and then pushed out the bottom and use a water wing to glide through the water. 😊
Dude that thing is awesome! I need one
lojo.fishing congrats on the baby bro!!... for real bro, I'm like I need so when I get tired or if I just want to fish, it is a life saver.
Need this for scuba diving!!!
+Roger Vaillant there is a battery designed for that!!!
That looks really nice!
+The Fishing Hobby looks and works really nice 😁😁saves me lots of energy
Great video Aliex! 👍 That jet thing seems cool!
+XtremeH18 it is cool 😁😁😁 no need to get tired paddling
You guys need to invent one of these for a regular kayak,,the cheaper ones
+Mark Buehler bixpy offers a universal mount, I'm in the process of making it work for any kayak 😁
Would it be better to add pontoons to it also?
So how much time do you get out of the battery, 4 hrs I heard but it sounded like he was exaggerating just a bit by your reaction.
4 hours at speed 5 easy, max is like 70 mins
@@AliexFolgueira So you would need two batteries if you were going out fishing.
I put 3 dollars worth of 2X2 lumber and a $99 minn kota trolling motor and a deer feeder battery...cruising well under $150
And saltwater will destroy the motor in no time
ahhh good point...glad im in MICHIGAN
Do they make them like the trolling motor Style that you can put on back of the boat
yes they just came up with a transom mount, check it out here lddy.no/3lfb
Nice man as always
+OCEANO Fl keys outfitters gracias acere 😉
Aliex Fishing dalee
Kinda like a trolling motor ,smart
+Steve Sullivan and very light and small, battery and motor together weights 10#😁
I would think with it mounted on rudder there would be alot of strain on the mount area/rudder
Ot would be the ideal spot however, so pedals can be used
I have a catch 100 ( non powered ) how do I use this?
A cool little motor buddy
+so steve beyond cool bro, for such a small and light thing, it so powerful
2 questions
-Can you charge with solar panel?
-When will the ‘drop-in’ be available for the Old Town PDL?
riprockvx9 A solar panel could likely work if it is designed to charge consumer electronics, but no direct solution that I'm aware. would be interesting to find out how we can make this happen. About the old time predator. While it is our aim to get as many solutions out with direct attachments it will likely be a bit to design, mass produce and ship these adapters. The beauty is that there might be an adapter that works for you currently with little or no modification. You should be able to make your own cassette likely. Think of a way to make a kick up feature too when designing and who knows, maybe we'll buy the design from you :)
is you guys had a way of hooking it up to a paddle handle that would be awesome is buy two one for me and my son we are major inflatable knack users
there are ways to mount bixpy on a inflatable, check bixpy.com
The power connection is not salt water proof and electrolysis will destroy the positive and negative terminal because it is underwater
What makes you say that? It has been all salt all the time for hours, no issues
How much????? Are you people for real? Did you say 'Just like a car?' Your damn right there. The price is for sure!
+Ironix1 I have used this litle motor a lot lately and it is awesome, so easy to use, so adaptable and the best part, how awesome it feels when you are in the water and this thing takes you to your spot without sweating
Interesting idea, however a few major drawbacks on really any motor installed on a kayak: You can't use it is most kayak tournaments and depending on where you live installing a motor would require you to register your kayak and pay annual fees.
Yeah most kayak tournaments wo allow it but kbf does which is great, here in FL registration is $26
Paddle out all day then cruise back, good idea. Thank you.
It is an Amazing idea, a motors makes me wanna explore more 😍
Amazing video ! Hello from Tunisia :)
+NoorMan Official Channel thanks 😀😀😀😀
do you have a motor that will take the place of the traditional 55 lbs trolling motor or the 80 lbs front trolling motors?
Not at this time
Awesome and much more capable than Samsungs Bixby haha
This is the best comment ever!!!! Thanks 🙂
Nice motor. What do you do if you rolled and fell off the boat while motor is running?
+andrew chu great question Andrew, it has a magnetic kill switch that attaches to the battery and you attached the other end to your PFD so if you fall off, boom motor shuts down
I'm here for the puppys
Enjoy th-cam.com/video/3azMGYsVwrM/w-d-xo.html
Cool video but $999 that's pricey im just going to keep paddling lol. Have a good day and stay safe
+Jimmy Celtic thanks Jimmy stay safe too 😁
So close to 1M….
Let's go!
Nice... I'll take two!
Use the link in the description 🙂🙂🙂
Aliex Fishing yeah... I was kinda being a little sarcastic. I'd love a couple to throw on our yaks, but at the current price it's out of my budget. Very cool idea, tho, and I might have to Hodge-Podge a version made from old trolling motors or something. Thanks!
I know 😂
Wonder if there is a kit for a Hobie Quest?
Good job
Thanks
How was your GoPro attached to your hat?
Check this video th-cam.com/video/gkSLWo9Wrvs/w-d-xo.html
i maad2 on with m old weed wacker with a plastic prop on it! this is what they use in the Amazon river!
been looking for 1. does it hook up to any kayak? definitely interested.
+jay love yes there is a rudder kit, a transom mount and a universal mount, what kayak do you have?
Hi - thank you for the video. What app were you using to track your speed on the water?
+Ness Cohen speedometer, search the app store for miles per hour
Very good video Aliex! I'm not a big fan of motorized fishing (sold my boat for a kayak), but this thing looks like it would be nice when returning from a day on the water. What's the battery life again?
+Henry Carmona 2mph last for over 4 hours
Henry Carmona It all depends on the usage. It's a sealed and Buoyant battery that has an Aux port for a Fish finder or GPS, or can be used to charge your tablet or phone. 10 forward speeds 3 Reverse. It has a top speed of upto 7mph. You're looking at run times anywhere from over 6.5 hours at the lowest speeds. 3.5h at the median speeds and about 1.5h at the highest speed if used continuously non-stop. Price point is $999 for the Hobie Rudder system. Mirage and Pro Angler are $1099. The whole unit weights 10 lbs including motor and battery. 1Hp, 30lbs of thrust, it moves an amazing 100gallons per minute.
Awesome video and great product
+PGH Bottom Feeders thanks my friend, it is a very nice motor
999.99 ??? No thank you .
+scs.classics $999 is a steal 😁 for this motor and battery but it is lots of money that's true
Yeah I can get a Min-kota and a battery for a lot less $$$. True it won't be as light a setup but since I would need to register the boat anyway might as well save some $$$ for future fees.
+Allen Bishop have you try the trolling motor ans the battery?? The motor alone weights over 25#, the whole bixpy unit and battery is under 10#. Trolling motor adds considerable weight to a kayak that may make unstable and risky
scs classics agree way to expensive plus it won't fit my kayak anyway.
This motor can go pretty much anywhere, what kayak do you have?
Great device
+Hover Master that it is 😁
Once you add a motor, the boat registration regulations change. Many U.S. States require a boat registration if there is a motor (gas, diesel or electric).
Yes, here in Florida is about $26 a year
Only need to register it if your not educated. Look into laws and study who they apply to. Good place to start is drivers licenses.
Remember - you can't take a right and sell it back as a privilege - case law on this.
Held at the end of a stick by a plastic collar? Better add a tether point for a chain to catch it when it gets knocked off.
I own a vibe. I would definitely consider this if you ever make a mount that would fit. Just saying.
+Alex Morgan I'm going to make a video about putting bixpy on the vibe 😁
Vibe with DIY Bixpy kit coming soon!
Electric Surf Sports Waiting on a phone call to meet shipping company and receive my Vibe 130 Sea Ghost. Stumbled on these vids by chance and am pretty excited. People are complaining about price, but a powered yak at just under $2k isn’t crazy. Your demos show that the design is very thoughtful, especially in its adaptability for a variety of applications.
A few questions:
1. Have you determined a realistic lifespan of the unit in hours? (Prop head and battery)
2. Is the prop head essentially an aquarium pump with modified housing and impeller? If so, is the impeller similarly easy to replace and maintain?
3. In Texas, adding a trolling motor requires operators to register the kayak as a motorized vehicle. (Something to that effect). Do you know if the Bixpy would require the same?
4. Several comments compare trolling motor outputs, stating increased performance at lower cost. We know that there is no comparison in terms of weight. Have you experimented with or considered a higher-output device that adds a little weight but more speed/range? Or is the current model already optimized for available technology?
Thank you!
Chris Wray
San Antonio, TX
Great idea bro I love the concept go back to the drawing board and make it go faster though but if I had a canoe I would definitely buy one
Nice thumbnail bro.
All about her here th-cam.com/video/3azMGYsVwrM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=NIHMTp-5ObnGBFVZ
Will the diy rudder kit fit the vibe sea ghost 130? The vibe rudder is no where as wide as the Viking rudder that they used in the video
Christopher Sherwood there is a DIY Bixpy Kit. We just picked up some Vibe kayaks and we will be doing a video on how to modify a rudder and attach it to any rudder or Vibe Seaghost rudder for that matter. Stay tuned!
OK..now do you sell running lights with this???
+Bob Fish running lights?
Where did you take the video? Looks like Fort Desoto Island
Biscayne National Park 😉nice place
I know a guy down in Florida that hit a reef n tore out his plug mounted trolling motor n he came close to death as he is 68 yrs old. Yes, in some scenarios that motor would be fine, but where I fish we have tons of submerged tree trunks n other hazards. I use a Torqeedo 403 n have hit a few n the motor just flips up n goes again. Maybe my day is coming as I am a old Paradog myself.
I can run all day with a battery that last many hours, if you go FOT common sense is you have a heavy gas foot. So figure that out. It has saved my wife n I several times, as we go all day most times. If I had hit a reef it would do the same IMHO. Scottys Outriggers are great for older people n Yaks. I can load in my truck fully loaded n wheel my sand tires down the ramp where no one can launch a boat. An the 6-10 boats are waiting in line sometimes for hours. That's a veryyy good reason to go with a kayak. PA 14s rocks if you run quality equipment. You get what you pay for in kayaks.
The same could be said for a minnkota but the minnkota s a fraction of the cost.
Will this work on the new pelican HD’s? The 110 and 130?
In the rudder for sure
They need to make a kit for old town predator.
We have for the rear th-cam.com/video/NIIvBfbFM9g/w-d-xo.html
Thanks! I didn’t know. I have two 2020 predators. My wife love’s to fish, but has difficulty pedaling due to illness. This would work great, thanks
That looks like the best way to fish haha.
+Robbie Backpacking lol yup
uh.... 1000??? this is not affordable. 95% of the kayaks and canoes out there cost less than this motor. Why would someone buy this when they can get a trolling motor and battery for less and get better ride times. 500 and better times would be competitive.
+Virginia Paddler ohh come on, the whole thing weighs 10# a 45# trolling motor and and 60#battery will drive you crazy also a decent 45# saltwater trolling motor is going to run you to $300-400 the battery $60-100 and you still have to setup the cables, when the battery starts losing power it slows down the motor, Bixpy keeps going till the end because it is lithium, you can carry a second battery because it only weighs 7#. 95% of the kayaks and canoes that costs less than $1000 cost that for a reason! What's more good luck putting a heavy battery and motor in a hobie revo rated for 270#, and don't tell me you will use a 20# trust trolling motor, you are better off not using anything. Sorry about the rant but I'm tired of people only looking at price and not the whole package. Torqueedo costs almost double and is not faster and it doesn't last much longer.
I totally get you support the product. Mine is nothing but a opinion, but I own half dozen kayaks of various lengths and uses...(Very good kayaks I might add) that I spent 1000 or less for, and I just cant see spending 1000 for it. I am absolutely sure there is a market for it... particularly fishermen..... but for the recreational kayaker not so much. Again just a initial opinion. Whats the usage expectation in hours for the motor? How much are additional batteries?
I do like the idea of the light weight package.
+Virginia Paddler that's what sold me how light it is and that it can be adapted to anything
+Virginia Paddler I'm not sure how much the second battery is but it is lithium they are expensive. At middle speed the motor runs for 5 at least, I had it on the titan fishing for hours and battery was about 60%
How long does the battery last?
Half speed over 6 hours, max 75 mins
At that price I'll make my own.
Pls do
@@AliexFolgueira already did.
@@davidsabine6942 great
Wow...good job, ALIEX!
Thank you!
If they weren't so expensive, I'd get 2 for my Tequila kayak. 1 either side at the rear. My Kayak is 3 seater with no rudder but I could steer by controlling the speed of each motor.
Super awesome little motor
Nice choice of cover photo. Lol
Question- how many of these have you sold....my guess...not many.. 1k is crazy. get it to 300-400 and they will fly. cool idea but price point is whack
Bixpy had sold thousands, bro do you know how much a lithium battery is? $400 for a 50ah hour how much is a saltwater motor? $500 so that alone is $900 not counting cables, installation, marketing r and d and so much more
Do you have an attachment for a canoe??
Need at least a manual system to pull up motor while seated. No one wants to turn around behind the seat and struggle to get to rear of kayak trying to pull motor up from being grounded.😢
What, no solar cell battery charger?
Not yet, hopefully soon
Can this be mounted on my Pelican sit on top?
Oh yeah, bixpy has lots of mounts
Where is that hot looking girl I saw? That was the only reason I viewed this channel.... "There's a sucker born every second"...
Here th-cam.com/video/j1takynndLc/w-d-xo.html
@@AliexFolgueira Thanks buddy...you made my day...lmao
Stay tuned Monday, we have version 2.0 coming
A thousand dollars for 3 miles per hour?
You’re joking right?
+Matthew Berry i guess you didn't want the entire video, it runs over 4. 5 mph on the rudder and if you use the mirage drive as well it goes over 6pmh also so you know, all there boats have hull speed limits of around 5 mph
Alright smart ass, keep using your limbs then...............
For the price of this thing, that girl in the thumbnail better be included.
Bro she shows up like 5 times what the heck are you talking about
@@AliexFolgueira I'm talking about her coming included in the package.
Is there any way to install it on a Sundolphin Boss 12 SS?
bixpy has many adapters I bet there is one that works for the boss
Great add on for kayak angler would be awesome if add couple more HP .
Can't wait for a 3hp electric motor with battery under 20# all
Do you have any for conoas . And if you do. How much. Been looking for somthing light weight
+Miguel Alvarez right now I don't have canoas but I will get me one soon. Most are super light
Clickbait got me, but I did get one as well. I'm hope to test this week. It's cold up here, but I'm excited to test this motor.
+TomyTek Outdoors motor is nice and powerful, she is in the Vid bro, multiple times 😀
+TomyTek Outdoors forgot to ask you, where are you from? It is cold here in Florida too crazy
I wish I were down there. I'm in Maryland. It's been in the 30s over the weekend. It's supposed to get into the fifties some time this week.
+TomyTek Outdoors wow let me know how the bixpy works for you
Make a paddle mount.
Nice video. Brother write longer tags you will get more views. Where are you from ? Do you want to colloborate making video ?
Since it worked since day one I didn't want to touch the tags lol, I'm always open to work with other youtubers, email me AFishingtV@gmail.com
The Bixpy rocks and so does the gorgeous brunette!!!! Female;)
+Cameron Phillips that's right 😁
as useful as a piano-violin... I agree though it so comforting to be able to charge your phone while boarding....
ok, so why do you have a patreon account?
I'm going to be putting unique content over there, for example fishing videos my subscribers would enjoy but the overall YT don't really watch
really? Listen , I have a life style I'd like to live, would you mind paying for it? LOts of vids to watch and yours won't be one of them. good luck with your e-begging
Why such much hate?? Guess what if you don't like it you do to have to watch have a nice day!
not hate, where do you get that from. It is the sence of entitledment. Do what you love in Life just don't expect everyone to pay for it. Type in "Invisible people Homeless" on youtube and see what comes up. There are people who do need assistance. Your not one of them. Don;t worry not interested in anything you have to offer. Your not satisfied with the money you make on youtube and I guess you realize your content won't be enough to sustain a large viewing audience. Thats why people like you set up Patreon accounts. Good news, I just made you some money. More comments, more money.
I live in the USA, free market economy and I do whatever I want as long as it is legal to make money, what is your beef with premium content? I bet you rent movies, or go to the theater or have a Netflix account, or pay a little extra for things like a better coffee?? If you think my content is not good enough for you, that's fine I have a lot of people who enjoy what I do. I work hard on this channel, putting countless of hours into it. You don't get to tell me how I should monetized my content or not and if you were a bit self awared you would notice your comments are pure hate towards youtubers like me. Do me a favor and just go away before I block you
dreaming of a twin power skiff :)
Dream it, believe it, do it
get rid of the misic mate. This is the 4th vid in a row I watched with irritating music.
I know, I know, I try to not use music, but sometimes it is needed too much wind noise 😂 sorry
Sometimes I think fuck I'm glad to be alive!!! :-) cool products :-) :-)
How is this with the weeds?
Weed and props don't like each other, it is an issue for sure