Pelican Catch 110 HDII

In this pelican catch 110 hdii review, the verdict is simple: the Pelican Catch 110 HDII is the best pedal kayak for shallow water in our 2026 guide, where it ranks number 4 of 9. It sells for $1,326.13 and holds a 3.9 star average from 62 Amazon ratings. Pelican builds it for one paddler who wants to pedal instead of paddle across thin water, grass and lily pads. The 350 pound maximum capacity covers most adults plus a tackle bag and rods, and the hull weighs 67 pounds. Even so, that capacity is the lowest in this ranking, so bigger anglers should total up their load before buying.

Performance comes from the HyDryve II pedal system, which Pelican designed to move the kayak through shallow water and around aquatic plants without constant paddle strokes. The hand-controlled rudder adds a second layer of control: steer with a flick of the wrist, or deploy it as a skeg so the boat tracks straighter on open water. In practice, the Ergocast G2 seat is the comfort feature Pelican highlights most, and it is built for long sessions on the water. On top of that, 4 accessory rails let you mount a fish finder, a camera arm or extra rod holders, and 3 flush mount rod holders keep rods within reach but out of the way. The polyethylene hull weighs 67 pounds, light enough for one person to load on a roof rack.

Value depends on where you fish. On shallow flats, weed beds and small lakes, the Pelican Catch 110 HDII earns its $1,326.13 price because the pedal drive keeps working where prop drives clog. That said, the 3.9 star average from 62 ratings is the softest score among the pedal models in our guide, so read the reviews closely before you commit. By contrast, the Reel Yaks Rapido 10.8ft carries 440 pounds, which is 90 pounds more than this Pelican. Meanwhile, Pelican backs the hull with a lifetime limited warranty against manufacturer defects and covers parts and accessories for 1 year. Buy this pedal kayak if shallow water and plants are your normal conditions; skip it if you often carry a heavy cooler.