New Fishing Kayak Released Just in Time For The Season

The Catch 420 kayak was a long time coming as the design team at Mission Kayaking worked their magic in kayak design then thoroughly ‘road tested’ the kayak through the winter of 2009.  In December the new kayak was unveiled and the wait was well worth it.  The kayak is 4.2m long with a bow that cuts through water like a knife.  Paddle tests so far have found the speed of the Catch 420 to equal that of many other longer fishing kayaks on the market and the tracking is unbelievably straight even for novice paddlers.  Although the waterline length gives the kayak speed, there is still plenty of rocker and volume in the bow to make surfing a breeze.  Actually the Catch 420 surfs almost as well as the 390 version which was designed with surf in mind.

The kayak is packed with practical and useful features for fishermen.  The front hatch has a bulkhead so can be used for either storage or your fish especially with the custom made fish sock.  If you prefer your fish in the rear, the tank well is deep and long so will also suit dive cylinders.  In the cockpit recessed storage areas keep your gear on hand but safe from going overboard or cluttering up your deck.  Between your knees is a 10” hatch and forward of this an innovative wet storage area.  Designed to take a fish finder the lid provides protection from waves, rain and sun and the transducer can be mounted directly into the custom scupper directly underneath.  A comfortable seat, deck bungee’s, dual rod parks, 2 rod holders, 2 rod parks, deck lines and rear hatch with bulkhead are also included.

Mission kayaks are renowned for their good looks and superb finish and the Catch 420 doesn’t disappoint in this regard.  Moulded handles add to the sleek lines and make lifting the kayak’s 28kg easy and comfortable.  Overall this is a fantastic fast yet very stable kayak perfect for fishing. The Catch 420 is available in both ruddered and un-ruddered options.