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Perception Sport Caster 12.5 Angler Kayak

Item # 420899
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Key Features

  • Flush-mount & deck-mounted rod holders

  • Multi-directional seating

  • Keepers Foot braces for paddling comfort

  • Self-bailing scuppers

  • Stern bungee cord rigging to secure gear


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Product Description
perception_sport A fisherman's delight, the Caster 12.5 Angler Kayak from Perception Sport is designed with flush-mount and deck-mounted rod holders, as well as multi-directional seating and reinforced foot braces. Key features include two flush-mount rod holders, Baitcaster rod holder, deluxe SOT/seat pad, comfortable Kayak Karrier handles, Keepers foot braces for optimal paddling comfort, French handles, and self-bailing scuppers. Also offers stern bungee cord rigging to secure gear, anchor, anchor cleat. Performance and fishing pleasure guaranteed!
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Specifications
Length 12' 6"
Width 30"
Weight 58 lbs.
Seats 1
Weight Capacity 400 lbs.
Style Sit-On-Top

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Perception Sport® Caster 12.5 Angler Kayak
 
3.6

(based on 10 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (2)

78%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good maneuverability (8)
  • Comfortable (7)
  • Easy in/out (7)
  • Easy to paddle (7)
  • Stable (6)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day trip (7)
    • Flat waters (6)
    • Rivers (4)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (7)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (6)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Excellent Kayak!!!

    I did a lot of research before buying a kayak. When I seen this one, I loved it so much I bought 2! I couldnt find anything else better for the price! Great ...Read complete review

    I did a lot of research before buying a kayak. When I seen this one, I loved it so much I bought 2! I couldnt find anything else better for the price! Great tracking, good speed, and very stable. There's other kayaks cheaper like the Ascend, but its a thin layer of Polyethelene and they have problems in the heat with melting and they crack which you'll find on just about every review. This kayak is 68lbs, which is a little heavier than most, but that's because its built well! This kayak even comes rigged with 3 rod holders, 1 adjustable scotty in front, 2 in back + the plugs, adjustable foot pegs, nice comfy seat, an anchor and 2 dry bags for the smaller storage units. It has a large storage compartment up front and a place to put a 5 gal bucket in the back plus more! I even got a rebate on the paddles which they have time to time. Im very happy with this kayak!!!

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    WET RIDE!!!!

    The main purpose for getting this kayak was to fish the marsh and bay near my house. I am 5'10" and weigh 197 pounds, with this being said, as soon as I...Read complete review

    The main purpose for getting this kayak was to fish the marsh and bay near my house. I am 5'10" and weigh 197 pounds, with this being said, as soon as I sat in the boat water started gushing in through the scupper holes. By the time I got situated there was 2-3 inches of water in the bottom, enough to actually run in to my seat, which has no drains. Even the dry storage inside the boat takes at least 3-5 gallons of water in just a half of days fishing. Another con is its weight, a little heavy for my likes. Over all it performs well as far as handling and fishing, but I would suggest saving up for a few more check and buying an Ocean Kayak, you'll be glad you did!

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    5/8/2013
     
    4.0

    Great fishing kayak

    By Shane

    from Hattiesburg, MS

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy Entry & Exit
    • Easy To Lift
    • Easy to Paddle
    • Good Maneuverability
    • Stable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day Trips
      • Flat Waters
      • Rivers

      Comments about Perception Sport® Caster 12.5 Angler Kayak:

      I have owned this kayak for 3 months now. After taking it out around 20 times, I felt like I had enough experience with it to write a proper review.

      The main complaint I saw about this kayak when researching my purchase was that it is a wet ride. After purchasing a set of scupper plugs, this is not an issue at all. I also read that the dry storage areas would get wet. I have not had any problems with that at all.

      The kayak is comfortable. There is plenty of room for storage. It tracks well. It is light enough to pick up and place on top of a vehicle with ease.

      The only real negative I can think of is that the seat can slide around a little when repositioning yourself. Some of the other kayaks I looked at had a mounted seat back. They look like they would be comfortable, but are not removeable like this seat.

      I would definitely recommend this kayak to anyone that is looking to fish on rivers, ponds, lakes, and bays. Have not had the opportunity to take it out on open ocean.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      8/22/2012

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great Kayak

      By FisherHunter

      from Kenora, Ont

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy Entry & Exit
      • Easy to Paddle
      • Good Maneuverability
      • Stable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day Trips
        • Flat Waters

        Comments about Perception Sport® Caster 12.5 Angler Kayak:

        I use This Kayak For Fishing on Lots of Small Lakes And It Is Great. The Only Thing that I Did Find That Was Not Great Is That The Water Came Up Through The Scupper Holes A Little Bit. Other Than That It Is A Great Kayak For Fishing.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        6/24/2012

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Swamped! Don't buy this boat!

        By River Runner

        from Keymar MD

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Maneuverability

        Cons

        • Dry Storage Swamped
        • Wet butt whole time

        Best Uses

        • None Swamps

        Comments about Perception Sport® Caster 12.5 Angler Kayak:

        I got this for fathers day and was very excited about it. I knew it would be a wet ride, and that is fine by me. However, the dry storage had 20-30 gallons of water it in. It is a good thing my telephone was in 2 zip;ock bags, or it would have been ruined. The water weighed the yak down so much it came over the sides with the slightest lean. I was so excited & now So So So disappointed! I sure hope Gander gives me my money back, because this boat is worthless.

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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        6/11/2012

        (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        WET RIDE!!!!

        By REDFISH SUMRALL

        from BRIDGE CITY,TX

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy Entry & Exit
        • Easy to Paddle
        • Good Maneuverability

        Cons

        • Heavy

        Best Uses

        • Day Trips
        • Flat Waters
        • Ocean Swells
        • Rivers

        Comments about Perception Sport® Caster 12.5 Angler Kayak:

        The main purpose for getting this kayak was to fish the marsh and bay near my house. I am 5'10" and weigh 197 pounds, with this being said, as soon as I sat in the boat water started gushing in through the scupper holes. By the time I got situated there was 2-3 inches of water in the bottom, enough to actually run in to my seat, which has no drains. Even the dry storage inside the boat takes at least 3-5 gallons of water in just a half of days fishing. Another con is its weight, a little heavy for my likes. Over all it performs well as far as handling and fishing, but I would suggest saving up for a few more check and buying an Ocean Kayak, you'll be glad you did!

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        5/3/2012

        (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great

        By JeffScuba

        from FL

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy Entry & Exit
        • Easy to Paddle
        • Good Maneuverability
        • Stable

        Cons

        • Heavy

        Best Uses

        • Day Trips
        • Flat Waters

        Comments about Perception Sport® Caster 12.5 Angler Kayak:

        Great boat with lots of features. Best bang for buck.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        • Q:

          Does yak come with scupper plugs ?
          Asked on 5/3/2012 by Anonymous from castro valley,Ca

          1 answer

          • A:

            No. At least not the one I purchased from a different retailer. Exact same yak, but Tan.

            Answered on 5/25/2013 by Ian from SC

        • Q:

          i weigh 273 and im 6'1 would this hold me?
          Asked on 4/13/2012 by dee from greenwood lake,ny

          0 answers

        • Q:

          Does it include the three rod holders it talks about having so they dont have to be purchased seperately?
          Asked on 4/10/2012 by Anonymous

          0 answers

        • Q:

          This yak seems to come with a lot for your money and has good reviews. Does this yak come with a paddle or is that an extra puchase?
          Asked on 9/8/2010 by Jerry from Jacksonville, Fl

          4 answers

          • A:

            Does not come with a paddle or PFD.

            Answered on 10/27/2010 by Andy from Secaucus

          • A:

            Does not come with a paddle.

            Answered on 3/27/2012 by ck from PA

          • A:

            No but it comes with a seat.

            Answered on 5/3/2012 by J from US

          • A:

            No, but you get a seat and an anchor.

            Answered on 5/3/2012 by JeffScuba from FL

        • Q:

          Is there a scupper hole in the seat area so you do not sit in a puddle of water?
          Asked on 8/5/2010 by turtle from Boynton beach

          2 answers

          • A:

            Nope- Get a piece of high density foam to sit on when the water is chilly...

            Answered on 4/17/2013 by Yak Daddy from Beaufort, SC

          • A:

            No there is not. I am told it can hold about 1 cup of water. Great Kayak so far for me though

            Answered on 8/11/2010 by mjsully from Stratford, CT

        • Q:

          How much does it weigh?
          Asked on 5/22/2010 by Diane from Atlanta, gA

          2 answers

          • A:

            58 pounds, just like it says.

            Answered on 4/17/2013 by Yak Daddy from Beaufort, SC

          • A:

            about 50 lbs. not bad i have a chevy blazer and I put it on top by my self. Im a little guy 5'10 140

            Answered on 7/24/2010 by David from Wichita ks

        • Q:

          what is the weight limmit on this yak?
          Asked on 5/11/2010 by Anonymous

          3 answers

          • A:

            400 pounds.

            Answered on 1/16/2013 by a from Michigan

          • A:

            from the information that i have read, it would be 400lbs. i bought this boat last thurs. and had it out fri. i'm happy with the yak. the only thing i didn't like was that it takes in more water than i liked. i pluged the drain hole with a barrowed scupper and used a small towel to keep the area dry.

            Answered on 5/23/2010 by francoflyfish from alvarado,tx

          • A:

            I have one, and my 180 lbs does well. My fishing partner has one and he weighs 200, with no problem, but he does put the hole pluggers in. I'm guessing tht 225 would be max, otherwise you might want the longer one.

            Answered on 6/18/2012 by Swampfox from weirsdale, Florida,
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