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Native Watercraft Slayer Propel Max 12.5 Fishing Kayak

Native Watercraft Slayer Propel Max 12.5 Fishing Kayak

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2026 Native Watercraft Slayer Propel Max 12.5

THE LARGE AND IN CHARGE KAYAK FISHING MACHINE HAS ARRIVED!

One of our most popular designs of all time, the Slayer Propel 13 has been updated to the max! Meet the new Slayer Propel Max 12.5 with SpringBlade Rudder System and a brand new PivotPro swivel seat. Featuring the proven Propel Pedal Drive and impressive kayak fishing features that will take your experience on the water to the next level. The Max 12.5 specializes in freshwater and saltwater environments, making it an incredibly versatile kayak fishing platform.

The hands-free forward to reverse Propel Pedal Drive. Coupling all these new features with the updated extended rudder and all day comfort seat, you have one serious kayak fishing platform that will perform in offshore salt, inshore salt and in freshwater environments.




The new Slayer Propel MAX 12.5 will undoubtedly become the boat of choice for a wide variety of kayak anglers. Key features include: The bow hatch area with a small bucket, a location for battery placement and easy transducer wiring through the integrated hull scupper. Built in transducer mounting plate on the hull so you do not have to drill into your kayak to mount your transducer. An electronic switch mounting plate that is replaceable if you want to change your setup without drilling into your boat. Bow and Stern inserts built in for easy mounting of a Power-Pole Micro Anchor or a motor. Ample storage and groove tracks for accessories. Now featuring a PivotPro swivel seat for all-day comfort, easy gear access, and adjustable positioning to enhance casting accuracy and improve your catch rate. The PivotPro swivel seat can be retrofitted to most past Slayer Propel Models, with the exception of pre-2022 Max 12.5 models.

Native Watercraft Slayer Propel Max 12.5

Slayer Propel Max 12.5 Specs

  • Capacity: 500lbs. / 277 kg
  • Depth at Beam: 13” / 33 cm
  • Length: 12’ 6” / 381 cm
  • Width: 34” / 86 cm
  • Fitted Hull Weight: 95 LBS / 43 kg
  • Fully Rigged Weight: 125 LBS / 50 kg


Slayer Propel Max 12.5 Features

  • Easy Bow and Stern Mounting for a Power-Pole Micro or Motor
  • Dual Horizontal Rod Storage
  • Rotomolded Bow Hatch Cover with Battery Storage and Transducer Access
  • Propel Pedal Drive 701 Series
  • Dual Electronics Switch Mounting Plates
  • Dual Side Tackle Storage
  • Hand-Sewn Seating
  • Tons of Groove Track for Accessory and Sidekick Mounting
  • SpringBlade Rudder System
  • Three Molded In Rod Holders
  • Molded in Cup Holder
  • BMX Style Grips
  • Split Paddle Storage
  • Transducer Mounting Plate on Hull


Frequently Asked Questions About the Native Slayer Propel Max 12.5

What water is the Slayer Propel Max 12.5 built for?

The Slayer Max platform specializes in freshwater and saltwater environments, and performs in offshore salt, inshore salt and freshwater. This is the long-hull version, so it tracks better and carries more than the Max 10. Current models are fitted with PivotPro seating.

What are its dimensions?

Length 12'6", width 34", depth at the beam 13".

The extra 2'6" over the Max 10 is what you feel in tracking and glide, particularly into wind and chop.

How much does it weigh, and how do I move it?

The fitted hull weight is 95 pounds and the fully rigged weight is 125 pounds. The fitted figure excludes the seat and pedal drive; the fully rigged figure includes them. Removing the seat and drive before lifting reduces the weight you need to manage.

At 125 pounds fully rigged, how you move it depends on your vehicle’s roof-load limit, your rack capacity and spacing, whether you use a loading aid, how much equipment you leave installed and your own lifting ability. Removing the seat and drive first makes a real difference. A cart or a trailer makes regular transportation easier.

At 12'6" you will want around 13 ft of clear space for garage or shed storage.

How much weight can it carry?

The maximum capacity is rated at 500 pounds. That figure is the total operating load: account for the occupant or occupants, fishing equipment, electronics, batteries, motors, coolers and any other cargo. Leave a reasonable operating and safety margin rather than treating the published maximum as an everyday working load.

That is 100 lbs more than the Max 10 — the clearest practical reason to choose the longer hull if you rig heavy. Our guide to choosing a fishing kayak for bigger anglers explains how to work out realistic usable capacity once a day’s gear is aboard.

What is the Propel pedal drive, and does it have reverse?

The Propel drive is the pedal system at the heart of the range. The headline capability is hands-free forward to reverse — you can back off a snag or reposition without picking up a paddle.

The Propel has been built since 2008 under patent 9,725,149. This boat uses the 701 Series. It runs a 10:1 gear ratio through marine-grade anodized aluminum, with an integrated weed guard, anti-slip pedals with removable hex traction pins, and a prop indexer included.

There is no published drive weight or minimum pedaling depth. If you fish shallow or weedy water and want to know clearance before you buy, ask us rather than guessing.

Can I add a motor?

Yes. There is bow and stern mounting for a Power-Pole Micro or a motor.

Our guide to kayak fishing motors covers the categories and price ranges.

How should I strap it to a roof rack or trailer?

Use cam straps, not ratchet straps — and do not winch it onto a trailer. Damage caused by ratchet straps, and damage caused by using a winch system to pull the boat onto a trailer, are both specifically excluded from warranty cover.

The reason is mechanical: a ratchet applies far more clamping force than the job needs, and a polyethylene hull can be dented or deformed before you notice. Use properly rated cam straps according to the kayak, rack and vehicle instructions. The straps should secure the kayak without visibly compressing or deforming the hull.

Our car-topping guide covers racks, cradles and loading aids.

How should I clean and store it?

Rinse the kayak with fresh water after saltwater use, store it out of prolonged direct sunlight, support the hull evenly and avoid concentrated pressure points. Follow the storage and transportation instructions supplied with the kayak.

Remove the Propel Drive and transport it separately. The published warranty requires the drive to be removed from the kayak when transporting, and excludes failure caused by improper transportation.

Storage matters for coverage as well as longevity: the warranty excludes damage caused by improper storage or transportation, and excludes normal wear and color discoloration.

What warranty comes with it, and how do I register?

The hull carries a limited lifetime warranty for the original retail purchaser against manufacturing defects, five-year hull coverage against normal wear and tear, and one-year coverage on kayak components. Kayaks used commercially, including rental, livery and demonstration use, carry one year of coverage on hull and components. The included 701 Series Propel drive has separate five-year coverage against manufacturing defects, with the first two years providing top-to-bottom coverage of any issues. Register the kayak and drive within 14 days of purchase. Warranty claims are handled through the authorized dealer where the kayak was purchased, so begin the process with Eco Fishing Shop.

You will need the hull serial number to register, and the drive serial number too on a pedal model — our guide to finding the serial number on a kayak shows where to look.

Still have questions? Message our Chat, call us at 844-987-5777, email sales@ecofishingshop.com or reach us through our Contact Us page. Shipping, delivery and other questions can be answered on our FAQs page.

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