Flat water, white water, fishing water… If you can stick a paddle into it, it’s made to be kayaked.
Looking for a kayak that suits all levels of expertise? Look no further! The Manatee fishing kayak is perfect for beginners, intermediates, and advanced kayakers alike. Whether you’re out for a leisurely paddle or a fishing trip, this kayak is the way to go.
Become Legendary On A Vanhunks Fishing Kayak : The Manatee 9’0 Deluxe!
At Vanhunks Boarding, they don’t think there is a cooler touring and fishing kayak than their 9-foot, single, sit-on-top Manatee. Like its namesake, their Manatee is also happy to cruise the waters alone or in pairs. It is agile, stable, fun and easy to handle touring and fishing kayak. Designed for paddling in lakes and rivers, but the Manatee fishing or touring kayak is no stranger to the ocean and small surf. A Compact single sit-on-top kayak.
1.Storage Hatch– Storage hatch for your valuables. 2. Fish-finder Compartment – Fishfinder Compartment (Fishfinder not included) 3. Swivel Rod Holder – 1x Swivel Rod Holder, which rotates left, right, up, and down. 4. Deluxe Aluminum Seat – The Vanhunks Manatee’s seating system was made with ultimate comfort in mind. With breathable mesh for all-day enjoyment and adjustable fittings, you’ll feel content chilling back in a reclined position as you cast your rod, and in full control in a forward position as you push your way across bays to get the good ones. The seating’s raised design ensures you’re not drenched in a pool of spray water collecting in the kayak throughout the day. 5. Storage – Stern Bungee Storage Area. 6. Storage Hatch – Square Waterproof Storage Hatch. 7. Accessory Tracks – 2x Side Aluminum Accessory Tracks. 8. Carry Handles – 4x Carry Handles. 9. Rod Holders – 2x Molded-in rod holders.
Specs
☑ Length: 270 cm / 9 ft ☑ Width: 80 cm / 32 inches ☑ Height: 30 cm / 12 inches ☑ Weight: 23 kgs / 51 lbs ☑ Maximum Weight Capacity: 150 kgs / 330 lbs
Package Includes
☑ 1 Two-Piece Paddle with three-position adjustment features. The shaft made of heavy-duty black EDC coated aluminum, built-in handgrips, and PVC anti-drip rings ☑ 1 Deluxe Aluminum seat ☑ 1 Water-resistant storage hatch (Square) ☑ 1 Storage hatch (round) ☑ 2 Side handles with bungee to secure your paddle ☑ 2 Rubber carry handles (front and back) ☑ Drain plug ☑ 8 Scupper Plugs ☑ Bungee at the back storage area ☑ 1 Swivel rod holder ☑ 2 Integrated fishing rod holders ☑ 1 Cupholder ☑ Fishfinder compartment (fishfinder not included) ☑ 2 Side Aluminum Tracks
SOLO. AGILE. QUICK. FUN AND EASY TO HANDLE TOURING AND FISHING KAYAK The 9’ Vanhunks Manatee is a versatile kayak suitable for lakes, rivers, and the ocean and weighing in at just 51 lbs, this compact single sit-on-top kayak offers excellent maneuverability and stability.
With a maximum capacity of 330 lbs, the Manatee provides ample room for gear and supplies. Constructed with 5mm rotomolded Polyethylene, it is also uniquely designed for durability and performance.
The kayak's 32-inch width ensures stability, even while standing and fishing, and coming equipped with the deluxe aluminum seat, you can choose your own style.
Equipped with accessory tracks and an adjustable padded seat, the Manatee offers convenience and comfort whether you're a beginner or advanced kayaker, the Manatee is suitable for various skill levels.
Premium-quality marine-grade stainless steel and captive brass inserts ensure durability.
UV-resistant and built to last, the Vanhunks Manatee fishing kayak is a reliable choice for leisure activities on the water.
The Manatee Touring and Fishing Components
Compare Kayaks
Voyager Deluxe
Black Bass
Manatee
Whale Runner
Amberjack
Tarpon
Tarpon 2
Length:
12ft
13ft
9ft
9ft
12ft
12ft
12ft
Width:
32 Inches
34 Inches
32 Inches
32 Inches
32 Inches
30 Inches
30 Inches
Kayak Weight:
35kg/77lb
33kg/73lb
23kg/51lb
23kg/51lb
25kg/77lb
28kg/62lb
28kg/62lb
Max Capacity:
250kg/550lb
250kg/550lb
150kg/330lb
150kg/330lb
250kg/550lb
250kg/550lb
250kg/550lb
Water Type:
Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.
Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.
Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.
Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.
Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.
Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.
Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.
Accessory Tracks:
No
4
Yes
No
5
2
5
Rudder System:
No
With Foot Pedals
No
No
No
With Foot Pedals
With Foot Pedals
Deluxe Aluminum Seat:
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes (Sold Separately)
No
Yes
Deluxe Padded Seat:
Yes (Sold Separately)
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Waterproof Compartment:
NO
1
1
No
No
No
1
Built-in Rod Holders:
2
2
2
4
No
2
2
Swivel Rod Holders:
2
No
1
1
2
1
1
Hatches:
2
3
2
2
No
2
3
Storage Areas:
2 x Round Hatch,
1 x Stern &
1 x Bow Bungee Storage Area
1x Large Triangle Front Hatch, 1x Long Center Console Hatch, 1x Small Round Hatch, 1x Adjustable Rear Bungee Storage
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