The high-backed seat provides support for hard paddling and all day fishing. Photo: Ben Duchesney
The high-backed seat provides support for hard paddling and all day fishing.

When I first slipped Pelican’s Intrepid 100x Angler into a New England kettle pond known for punchy smallmouth, I quickly found out that this little boat is full of big surprises.

While sit-inside kayaks aren’t as popular with kayak anglers as sit-on-top designs, these lightweight boats offer protection from the cold and wet, making them a favorite for anglers fishing smaller water in cold weather and those who portage their boats from one fishing hole to the next.

The Intrepid’s twin-arch, multi-chined hull is stepped from the keel to the waterline to improve stability without affecting speed and maneuverability. Even though it’s just 10 feet long, I was able to…

KAv8i1 Splash Pelican IntrepidThis article appears in the Spring 2014 issue of Kayak Angler. To get more kayak fishing content and to watch exclusive video extras, download our free iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch App or Android App or read it here.

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