[Fishing Man]

hey guys,

dont mean to ask heaps of questions, i will quiten down once i get the yak i promise. whats the prowler 13 like?

any info on this boat is appreciated,

also do you know who sell them and how much

i like the look of the square storage area at the back, looks like it would suit an esky or crate well,

 

[justcrusin]

GDay Ben,
Being new to the forum aswell, i have been asking the same questions, and the general consensous i got was that it is a good all round yak and you wouldn't go wrong buying one.
This is were the problem comes in, I'm still saving up for mine. I have asked around a few stores and they all seem to be around $1600. Just watch the set up though that should be with Rudder, backrest, grab lines, carry handles, bungy cord net across back well and paddle of course.

All the best and good luck with your yak hunt Dave

 

[Dodge]

Ben as I said yesterday the prowler would be on my short list with a couple of others. I'm on the water later today fishing with Gunston and will see about you having a test paddle on one of his scupper pro's one weekend which are also worth a look

 

[Arcachon]

Hiya Fishing Man,

Just putting in my 2 cents worth on the P13 i purchased a couple of months ago. I wanted to upgrade to a slightly longer yak than my Cobra Explorer as I needed a bit more legroom (being taller than average). As such I was assessing the P13 and Perception Swing. Sitting in both in the shop I found the P13 to be a bit more comfortable for me but this is very much an individual thing. I did like the way everything seemed to be within easy reach and the tackle box in the centre channel was perfect.

Have taken it out a few times of Redcliffe in some bumpy water and felt very comfortable and it cut through the chop well. Being over 4m is may be a bit tricky to manage in smaller creeks so you would need to think about where you will be doing most of your fishing.

Managing the kayak out of the water is more difficult than my cobra due mainly to the extra weight. This will be the case with any larger yak but its not really a problem if you have somebody else to help load and unload from the roof rack.

Pricewise I paid $1300 for it from Anaconda at Everton Park. It included a decent paddle courtesy of the manager (Angelo) plus it had all the standard accessories. Mine did not include the rudder kit (which is around $300 extra) but I have not felt the need for one yet. It has been said though that a rudder kit is not really necessary however once you have one it becomes something you cannot do without....sort of like a microwave oven or a mobile phone

I hope this helps in your decision but the best thing is always to try them out if possible.

Good luck and catch heaps!!

 

[Dodge]

Mine did not include the rudder kit (which is around $300 extra) but I have not felt the need for one yet. It has been said though that a rudder kit is not really necessary however once you have one it becomes something you cannot do without....sort of like a microwave oven or a mobile phone

!

The swing is close to P13 in size, and paddling my swing yesterday will give you an idea of no rudder, like Arcachon I haven't missed one, but on some wind angles can see the benefit; purely a question of whether you wish to spend the extra money.
Spoke with Chris/Gunston this morning and he's happy to give you a scupper pro test run sometime, just give me a ring for details.

 

[rawprawn]

I have a P13 a she's never let me down and for what’s its worth I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend one. A good yak and has plenty of space to store stuff.

 

[Fishing Man]

thanks for the tips guys,

what about the stability of the prowler against a swing?, any ideas?

i like the square storage at the back of the prowler looks like it would be ideal for a crate or smaller esky.

and one more thing, did that $1300 price include a seat or backrest

thanks again guys

 

[Fishing Man]

hey guys,

just been down to anaconda at Ashmore to check out the prowler yaks,
they didnt have a P13 in stock but the 15s and scuppers look like unreal boats,

does anyone know who sells these on GC, i was hoping to get a better look at p13, and maybe even a test paddle

 

[Fishing Man]

any ideas guys

 

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[Dodge]

- whereas people report that the swing is a bit faster than the Espri.

Feel Swing has the edge on the Espri in all areas of performance and stability, except to carry, where Espri is 4kgs lighter

 

[Guest]

I too will be buying this kayak in the near future.

I rang Goodtime in Brisbane recently for a price and told their std price for the P13 angler edition with rudder is 1549.

I thought this was a good price, especially straight up over the phone and they have them in stock.

If I ever get the money together I will probably get mine from there as Anaconda never seem to have the ruddered version in stock.

I have been liking the Swing lately as well so it will be a diffficult decision when I come to make it, I might have to give Dodge a call for a test run.

Cheers

 

[gheppsie]

Hey ben
What every one else said mate, the p13 is a top yak heres a little pic of mine on a recent fishing/camping tour

 

[ms]

SO MAC FISH $1450 would be a good price for a prowler13 xt has rudder and all the bits with it , thanks mark

 

[Arcachon]

thanks for the tips guys,

what about the stability of the prowler against a swing?, any ideas?

i like the square storage at the back of the prowler looks like it would be ideal for a crate or smaller esky.

and one more thing, did that $1300 price include a seat or backrest

thanks again guys

The $1300 price tag included a seat. They even gave me an upgraded one. Always remember too that Anaconda have a 10% price guarantee. If you get a better price elsewhere they will beat it by 10%.

It never hurts to ask anybody about a better price.

 

[Dodge]

I might have to give Dodge a call for a test run.

Cheers

Anytime Sel :wink:

 

[dooyor]

hi ms. $1450 for a prowler 13 xt with rudder and seat is a great price go for it.