By Ron Strauss, President Of The Minnesota Kayak Fishing Association
A premium, fin style, pedal fishing kayak at a GREAT PRICE!
Most kayak anglers start out purchasing a paddle kayak. It’s an affordable way to get into kayak fishing. Many paddle kayak fishing users start to think about their next upgrade when they realize they love the sport, but the kayak they’re using is hampering success and comfort on the water. The Lightning Strike Fishing Kayak has these superior features at a great price point!
- Roto-molded hulls are tough, stable and easily glide through the water
- Pedal powered, fin style propulsion, you’re hands are free for kayak fishing
- Comfortable seat
- Easily customizable, gear tracks galore
- Large weight carrying capacity
- A fishing kayak made right here in Minnesota!
Roto-molded hulls are tough, stable and easily glide through the water
Kayak anglers go where the fish are. That can mean shallow, rocky areas or big water with roller waves. The roto-molded plastic is made for bumping into rocks and branches, dragging over sand and turf, it’s made to take whatever your fishing adventure entails. Lightning Kayaks tagline is, “your connection to the water”. The hull of your kayak is 100% your connection to the water, don’t skimp here, it’s about your safety and enjoyment. The Lightning Strike’s hull was designed by experts with years of kayak design experience.
The hull is designed to cut through waves whether you’re pedaling or paddling. It’s also designed to be super stable, you can stand and sight fish if you want. This is a premium kayak and performance, durability and safety are features all kayak anglers desire.
Pedal powered, fin style propulsion, you’re hands are free for kayak fishing
One of the downsides of paddle kayaks is that your arms and hands are used to propel the kayak. The best way to detect fish bites is with your rod in your hands. The Lightning Strike uses a fin style pedal drive to propel you through the water, your hands are free to fish and detect more bites. More bites, means more hookups, more hookups mean more fish in the yak, more fish in the yak means more smiling selfies, you get the picture! Another benefit of a pedal kayak is you use your leg muscles rather than your arms to propel the kayak. The muscles in your legs are much larger and more powerful than your arms. You can go faster, further and stay on the water longer. 🙂
A comfortable seat is a must for a fishing kayak!
People who start with an entry level kayak often complain that their back gets sore after a while on the water. Being in pain is no way to have fun! If you’re going to sit for long periods of time, a comfortable seat is your friend. The Lightning Strike has a super comfortable seat.
Easily customizable, gear tracks galore
The kayak fishing world loves the do it yourself concept. Kayak anglers love to get things just the way that works best for them. I’ve been kayak fishing for over 12 years, I constantly change how some of my accessories are positioned on my yak. Gear tracks make this possible and the Lightning Strike helps you configure your accessories your way! There’s lots of gear tracks.
- 2 – 16” front aluminum gear tracks
- 4 – 8” rear aluminum gear tracks
- 2 flush mount rod holders
Large weight carrying capacity
Fishing gear isn’t light. Many kayak anglers add heavy batteries to power accessories like Power Pole anchors, trolling motors, fish finders, cameras and more. A crate filled with baits, eats and drinks adds more weight. Extra rods, camping gear…you get the idea, kayak anglers pack loads of stuff on board. The Lightning Strike has a carrying capacity of 415 pounds. Bring it on, this kayak can handle it!
A fishing kayak made right here in Minnesota!
Lightning Kayaks is a local, Minnesota business. They create jobs and support our community, it’s important we support them. Lightning kayaks are perfect for Minnesota fishing adventures. They offer the best in pedal drive technology and premium features at an affordable price.
Here’s what MN Kayak Fishing Association Pros Say About The Lightning Strike Kayak
My Lightning Strike Fishing Kayak is loaded with great features and affordable!
Mike Kohler
Feature Rich Heavy Hauler! The Lightning Strike is a feature rich purpose-built fishing kayak; the Strike has 2 built in cup holders, 4+ ft of accessory track, 2 flush mount rod holders, in hull storage space, the ability to steer the yak from either side and a fin propulsion pedal drive system providing all the features any angler could want on a fishing kayak. Additionally, with a weight capacity of 415 lbs the Lightning Strike has the ability to handle bigger anglers; I’m 6’2” and 270 and carry on average 4 rods and about 20# of tackle in a black pack; my Strike handles all this weight effortlessly! A versatile, locally built fishing kayak that is feature rich and affordable, you can’t go wrong with the Lightning Strike!
I carry a lot of gear when fishing, my Lightning Strike Fishing Kayak has lots of room for it
Paul Janssen
The huge rear cargo area is easily accessible for my fishing gear and backpack. I put scupper plugs in those back 2 scuppers and everything stays dry and secure.
My Lightning Strike Fishing Kayak Is Super Stable!
Dean Ondich
I like catching huge fish! Stability is important when landing these monsters. At 34 inches wide and almost 13 feet long, with a superior hull design, the Lightning Strike helps me fight and land THE BIG ONES!
Learn More About The Lightning Strike Fishing Kayak
Lightning Kayaks Website
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