Feelfree Dorado On Water Review + Capsize & Reentry

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Thank for for joining us today. After literally Years of waiting we finally hit the water in the new Feelfree Kayaks Dorado!!! All and all I think its an awesome boat that stands apart from its competition in many ways. The deck layout, lighting, ability to motorize the drive, are all things that put it into a class of its own. However the overall handing of the boat is not up to par with some of the other boats I've demoed such as a PA, Native Titan, or a Jackson Coosa. It would really depend on the persons priorities, when deciding which would be a better fit. I plan on posting a review of the Dorado motorized next week, so hopefully that will help paint a fuller picture of the boats capabilities.
For now don't hesitate to reach out. If you want to take a road trip to Lodi CA we would be more than happy get on the water with you. Please call in advance so we know your coming!
Here are the Dorado 125 stats:
LENGTH: 12' 11"
WIDTH: 37"
WEIGHT: 124lbs
CAPACITY: 450 lbs
FEATURES:
Integrated LED navigation and cockpit lighting system
Electronics & sonar pod console
Built in utility battery box with a fully integrated wiring system
USB & 12V AUX ports
Adjustable height transducer mount
Patented Gravity Seat w/High Back
Beaver Tail rudder
Intuitive 8-Ball hand steering control system
Front Uni Track rail
Rear Uni Track rail
Side storage areas
Four Fishing rod holders wtih rod leashes
Stand up leash
Reinforced padded standing platform
Deck rod storage
Dual cup holders
Oversized bow and stern storage areas with bungees
Patented Wheel in the Keel
Molded in handles
Recessed fittings
Molded in paddle park
Drain plug
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@chuckwagn7866 5 лет назад

I was almost sold on it until I saw how much water got into the compartments where electronics would go and then your mention of water getting into battery box as well. Not good if you use in salt water. You could have cut that part out of your video and no one would have known. Thx for your honest review. You have made me a subscriber.

@fishwithoutfear8970 5 лет назад

I don't know what's more impressive: the dorado's stability or your handstand skills. Sick review man, thanks.

@skiplovestofish6992 2 года назад

Best video yet. I loved that you showed on to flip the kayak back over and how to get back in.

@monti409 5 лет назад

Looks like i will be shopping for a Feel Free Dorado right after the holidays. outstanding video, thx

@geofftaylor864 5 лет назад

Awesome review. And I like the honesty behind it too.

@bassnazi4713 5 лет назад

The seat design is what really grabbed my attention with these.

@a11an72 5 лет назад

Dan... id like just say God bless you and your business , you're running an honest business and building it slow and steady ! Good luck , greetings from Norway

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Thanks man! I appreciate it.

@BillDodge 5 лет назад

Best Feelfree Dorado review. You answered my questions. Thanks.

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Bill Dodge so glad it helped you.

@trapspeed 5 лет назад

The Sac area is lucky to have you guys as a local kayak shop. Super impressed!

@hafcanadiana318 5 лет назад

I agree... this is the best review of the Dorado out there. Probably too big and heavy for me, burgeoning on boat more than kayak, but you provided more insight than most. Thank you!

@danielh6847 5 лет назад

When he did the headstand on the seat 😂 he’s goofy😂 I enjoyed the review good stuff man!

@CodyJMorgan 5 лет назад

Another good video!!! The boat looks great.

@shainebingham9310 5 лет назад

Tested one at the last demo day, Near Lake Conroe in Texas. Really nice Kayak. Handled very well. Only down fall was my Cell phone fell out of my pocket while peddling and ove the side it goes lol. Wife demoed the Big Fish 120. She loved it. Will be getting her that. Thanks for sharing.

@iowabassman4701 5 лет назад

Been waiting years for this video! Might be my new tournament boat next year... 🤔

@thomaslangdale4915 2 года назад

Congratulations on hitting 100K!!

@KayakChris 5 лет назад

Love the high back gravity seat!

@Tohoku09 5 лет назад

Nice, really looking forward to your test with the motor and how well it operates.

@xlxDirtyxlx1 5 лет назад

I have a BigFish 120, it's made by feel free, it has the cat design. It's so stable, I've added a seat that sits up 1.5ft off of the deck, I never feel like its gonna flip. You have to do something crazy to get yourself in that position. I wish I could afford this beast!

@davecox900 5 лет назад

Great video bud keep them coming

@OFFFishing 5 лет назад

You're a kayak ninja lol👍👍

@YankeeTankerOutdoors 5 лет назад

love it.. If i had the scratch I would go down to you right now and buy one.

@donaldround7271 5 лет назад

LIKE YOUR REVIEWS. VERY COMPLETE.

@christopherpeek2647 5 лет назад

Would like to see a comparison of an overdrive lure 13.5 and the dorado

@damianwestcott8885 5 лет назад

Good video dan ..!

@thomassmith2056 5 лет назад

Amazing boat!!!

@43Studio43 4 года назад

Headstand crazy. Alex hasn't done a headstand. Great job.

@ronnasonjr4857 3 года назад

Another great video! Thanks for giving us so much info and insight. Will there be an available upgrade to the rudder to help the turning radius of the Dorado 125?

@build.drive.fish. 5 лет назад

Awesome. Best video of the dorado in action so far. Thanks for the review. The Dorado looks super stable, curious how much water would come over the top in the ocean from swells and surf

@dkat1108 5 лет назад

Lets talk about ocean swells and waves oh lets add some choppy water too and rocky beach landings. Sitting that high in sometimes nasty water I would like to see a video of that. If I flipped it in the surf coming to a beach landing will the peddles and mechanism be ok?

@build.drive.fish. 5 лет назад

@@dkat1108 Ive flipped my Feelfree Tandem coming thru surf. Overdrive was fine. The paint on the side doesnt withstand saltwater even after rinsing thoroughly after every use though

@tamirule4216 4 года назад

Great job ,thanks .

@dr.michaelr.foreman2170 5 лет назад

No. Not for entertainment. One of my drawbacks/hesitations on buying a kayak, is flipping it over and righting it back up again. So, I for one, am damn glad you demonstrated that.

@riversnake11 5 лет назад

You should get another shop started down in so cal

@CowboyPescador 5 лет назад

Uma nave esse caiaque . show de bola !

@USNAVDC 5 лет назад

Looks like fun.

@markmassa3359 5 лет назад

Excellent review. I’m looking forward to the review with the power drive. Please get a gps or equivalent. I’m also interested in the fish ability of this kayak. Basic fishing and storage, both dry and wet. Are there any hatch options to gain access under the deck. I appreciate your efforts to give great unbiased reviews while trying to still sell the products you review. Rare air you are in sir. Thanks

@edwarddaniel7206 5 лет назад

Nice!

@johnmcmanus201 5 лет назад

can you please do a vid on the Dorado doing from the beach into the ocean. would love to see how it handles in a little rough water .I can see it would be good on a glass lake .so please do one from the beach

@speedy9speed857 5 лет назад

Damn I really need to know what's better the Dorado or The lure 11.5 I smell a head-to-head challenge between price maneuverability and all around bonus features

@georgemarnelakis3254 5 лет назад

Well dry storage seems to be a huge issue with his kayak

@brookmiller1986 4 года назад

Great review! Is Lodi? In Michigan?

@feorr1 5 лет назад

can you do a test like this with the big rig i have not found a stability any where on youtube for the big rig

@hansvandermerwe1010 5 лет назад

Thanks Dan, definitely the best test video on the Dorado thus far. Has the battery box behind the seat let any water in?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Hans van der Merwe yes there was water in it too.

@yakityakteriw6774 4 года назад

Im looking for my next kayak, I had a total knee replacement and my left is being fixed soon too, how hard is it to pedal and the water in the compartment area, will that only happen if you flip? Thanks in advance.

@mahfujkajal 2 года назад

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@WileyCoyote 5 лет назад

I ordered my fire Dorado today they are on sale 15% off.

@arabarran 4 года назад

Will you make review of Dagon 14, maybe?

@JS-xs5hq 5 лет назад

Thanks for the great review video. If you had to pick one pedal fishing kayak in the 12 to 13 plus feet range (regardless of price), which kayak would you prefer? Which would be your favorite go-to boat? Thanks...

@levirus8190 5 лет назад

Hobie pa 14

@fishingwcp 5 лет назад

I like it

@yakfishnchill5742 5 лет назад

Awesome! Thanks Dan!!! How long does that deck take to drain out when it has 1/4" of water?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

It drains fine. Once its moving it drains easily.

@whsl824 5 лет назад

Pretty impressive re-entry with the seat in the high position. You make it look easy sir.

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Wm S THanks!

@yakzona2621 3 года назад

Would the sonar pod work in that hull the same as it does in the lure?

@mickcarson8504 5 лет назад

How long and heavy is it? Plus, how much does it cost, an arm and leg? Funny that nobody shows top speed on water.

@GodSpeed-uv2in 4 года назад

What’s better for salt water the big fish 108 or the dorado 125

@showautsuri2101 4 года назад

I never see tests that I want to see and my guess others might want to see too. test 1, pedal the kayak as fast it can go, then do a sharp turn. This test show how stable this kayak is. test 2, have a motor boat create a big wave and hit the kayak side way, this test also show people how stale the kayak is. I know Old town predator 13 fail the fist test and possible the test 2 too.

@coreygillum12 5 лет назад

Did you think it was loud?

@robertwhetstone5300 4 года назад

Did you adjust the rudder for tighter turning?

@cup_and_cone 5 лет назад

Did you try draining the hull after the rollovers to see how much water was inside? Looks incredibly fast too.

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Yes.It was roughly a cup inside.

@CindyM2261 2 года назад

Been watching many of your reviews they are so helpful, thank you. I’m looking for a stable pedal kayak to do wildlife photography. I would have a tripod mounted and use a 200-600 lens. Can you give me your top choices for a comfortable pedal kayak, price not being a concern. Thank you. Cindy

@HeadwatersKayak 2 года назад

Love Hobie kayaks if price is no option they are smooth and efficient. Also enjoy the Native for fishing.

@AliexFolgueira 5 лет назад

Yeah that prop thing is annoying, I like how high the seat is, almost like riding a bike but dont like that up down motion lol

@retnav92 5 лет назад

I figured the fwd hatch to be watertight, but apparently it's not. If it were my rig, I would probably drill a couple of holes in the lower corners of that front hatch tray/insert to permit drainage....just in case.

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Greg Jackson this boat is not intended to be upside down. No different than an aluminum boat in that regard.

@retnav92 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak: Yep, pretty much the majority of them are intended to have just the bottom submerged ;) . Just figured that large hatch, and the cost of the Dorado, would have a better sealing hatch, especially since electronics are intended/could be stowed there. Still a great looking rig, with lots of nice features. If I didn't fish really skinny water, and mind hefting a 124lb rig in/out of my truck, it'd be a really nice kayak to have. Still loving my Lure 11.5. 👍

@kostakigogos 5 лет назад

Can we count on seeing a review of the old town topwater pdl from you? That really seems to be a great bang for buck boat.

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Kostaki Gogos no they had no interest in working with us when I reached out.

@kostakigogos 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak well that's a real shame because you guys make some good comprehensive videos.

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Thanks man. Old Town is just so cooperate they don’t get it. They make a great product, but they are so far from their roots it’s sad.

@BigDaddy-se2xu 5 лет назад

Nice kayak but the noise of that drive would wake King Neptune .

@lexwaldez 5 лет назад

After watching you paddle... i was struck by how odd it is that there's no gearing available like on a bicycle. With a three speed you could really get that Dorado moving. That's an impressive boat.

@HansZarkovPhD 2 года назад

You really should pitch that idea to the company.. maybe make a few bucks

@russeloneal3420 8 месяцев назад

I believe these were designed to climb back on the bow, or nose climb if you go overboard

@tedcontreras9729 4 года назад

How do you think this yak would do in the ocean???

@billray1088 5 лет назад

Will the new High back seats be available for current Lure owners to buy?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Yes at some point next year. Right now every seat is going to the Dorado. Talked to the factory today, and they are selling them as fast as they can make them.

@ryandoss6862 3 года назад

How does the stability on this yak compare to the jackson big rig. Im a big guy and stability is my #1 concern about buying my first yak.

@HeadwatersKayak 3 года назад

Same.

@abrahamreyes4535 2 года назад

I’d like to it motorized, with depth finder, rod holder, net holder on the ocean.

@grain450 5 лет назад

being you are in California,do you ever run across snakes in the lake there?

@yingyang803 5 лет назад

Need that 8 ball steering for the lure

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Ying Yang yes! Hope they do that mod. It would be a game changer for the Lure.

@yingyang803 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak didn't they just have the beaver tail mod for the lure too?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Yep.

@dp4auburn 5 лет назад

And the higher backrest on the lure too

@user-eq1oz4cv9s 4 года назад

ナイスな動画ですね。私もこのメーカーのカヤック購入予定です！

@brandonwendler3550 5 лет назад

When you think you'll have more videos out for the lifetime Tamarack build

@Clearanceman2 5 лет назад

Can you stick a nice trolling motor on there?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

The beauty of this system is there is a motor unit that plugs right into the pedal drive. Stay tuned for our next video.

@duongjason 5 лет назад

Great vid, out of curiosity how is the stability compared to the Titan 13.5? Thx

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Jason Duong similar. Maybe a little better Initial stability. But again if you felt unstable in something like this than kayaking not for you. Any of these big yaks (Titan, big rig, PA) are all more stable than they need to be.

@duongjason 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak thanks for the reply. I have a Titan 13.5 which you're right probably more stable than it needs to be. Wanted a comparison with something i had experience with. Thanks again.

@lawerancelanham 5 лет назад

Sounds like you're peddling a big wheel

@trussellstovers6281 5 лет назад

Can you put the dorado seat in a lure?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

TrussellStovers yes

@gaspring1 3 года назад

Can you pedal backwards to go in reverse?

@HeadwatersKayak 3 года назад

Yes

@edvaldocordeiroaraujo5242 4 года назад

Toppp show de caiaque....vou pedir de presente para papai do céu, pq só Ele pra me dá está maravilha. ...abc

@edvaldocordeiroaraujo5242 4 года назад

Show show show.....l want for me.....my God

@tailslapexplore6887 5 лет назад

Great vid HK but that is in calm nice flat water watta bout ocean with half a meter swell mate ?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Aus Fishin not the right tool for the job. Look at a Hobie Outback for something like that.

@tailslapexplore6887 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak old Town predator 13?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

I hear they are good, but I don't have any experience with them. Here in CA out of 100 pedal drive kayaks on the ocean 95 of them are Hobie. The drives work great in salt, and the hulls seem to handle waves and rough water great. And no I'm not a Hobie or Oldtown dealer, so thats some unbiased advice.

@tailslapexplore6887 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak appreciate for your help mate.👍

@otroflores91 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak funny the company gave it an offshore fish name.

@jimbarbee4064 5 лет назад

Looks like a nice boat. How does it Paddle???

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Jim Barbee like crap if I’m being honest. All big pedal drives like this, PA, Titan, Oldtown etc all paddle like slugs in the water. I filmed that and when I watched the footage it just seemed so ridiculous that I edited it out. If you needed to get home sure you could paddle it, but it would only be in an emergency situation, or I’m thick cover.

@joshuawestbrook9307 4 года назад

@@HeadwatersKayak thanks for that response. Have been searching for some type of review of someone mentioning how it actually paddles as I don't want to pedal all the time. Guess I might give the Lure 13.5 a shot.

@monti409 5 лет назад

How many lbs of thrust does the power drive provide for the Dorado, i noticed that the Old Town Predator comes with the optional Minn Kota 45lb thrust console.

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Manvet 67 it’s also 45lbs

@monti409 5 лет назад

Great !

@waynenagle7195 5 лет назад

Best stability still the Titan?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

wayne nagle I paddles this back to back with the Titan 12 and the Dorado has it beat for primary stability. But honestly at that point your splitting hairs. They are both more stable than anyone needs them to be.

@paulclare6589 5 лет назад

I have a lure 11.5 and live in Thailand. It would be nice to see how well that stands up in 20 km wind and 2 foot waves and raining. Every video I have watched on RU-vid has been in calm weather.also that Dorado prop system isn't worth shit in skinny water and weeds...flip it over in 20 feet of water with a 60 pound battery and all your fishing gear just before dusk and tell us how much fun your having.

@reelfishing002 5 лет назад

Need a better water seal on that compartment

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

It's only an issue if your upside down. Its meant to shed water and keep the electronics out of any water that would come up from the bottom.

@andrewscott3184 5 лет назад

Lodi Lake?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Andrew Scott yes sir

@WileyCoyote 5 лет назад

What color is this one you have?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Fire Camo

@drwowie 5 лет назад

Everybody finds normal the water inside after he capsizes?Huge fail if you want to use it at sea...

@Rodbry70 5 лет назад

So was that front hatch where the "brains" of the electric motor is supposed to go is not water tight? If you do by any chance get flipped then your brains of the motor drive are dead and no longer usable.

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Roderick Bryant this boat is not meant to be upside down. It’s mainly for bass fishing inshore. If someone flipped they would be in water this boat was never intended for. Honestly I just don’t see it ever happening. It’s no different than an aluminum boat in that regard. If you flipped an aluminum boat you’d do more than blow out some fuses.

@Rodbry70 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak I was thinking about marsh and jetty fishing. I've never flipped in the marsh or jetty in my hobie pa 12 but I'm a what if guy. I was just thinking or typing out loud😂. I love this boat just thinking about how practical it would be for my type of fishing.

@treybailey886 3 года назад

This or old town equivalent like predator

@Elthenar 5 лет назад

The Dorado is advertised as have an outstanding electronics package but I didn't see any of that stuff installed. What gives?

@HeadwatersKayak 5 лет назад

Elthenar I did a walkthrough the day before where I covered electronics. Check that one out.

@Elthenar 5 лет назад

@@HeadwatersKayak Found it, ty. The built in lighting is a big sell for me, I'll be near some reasonably busy water and am likely to be out at night. Let me ask you one question. You're one of the few people that has spent a lot of time in both kayaks. Between the lure 13.5 and the Dorado, which one is better for traveling longer distances around inshore saltwater?

@kennythao9558 3 года назад

Too bad the dry storage sucks or it’d be a easy buy

@killough71010 3 года назад

I just put things in a dry bag in the front hatch, and no issues.

@jonnyspeed 4 года назад

I appreciate your reviews, but would really like to see more hard objective data on speed, weight, etc... not just subject reviews. Thanks.

@atlas-x5717 3 года назад

Can’t say it’s a kayak. Maybe a glorified paddle boat. I think grandma would have fun with it.

@mickcarson8504 4 года назад

I dont like the seat design. You sit so high, as if you're a tennis umpire. Why is that? Are there any pedal Kayaks that are used for leisure only, such as a tandem (2ppl), less the fishing bullshit? I don't think so.

@CowboyPescador 5 лет назад

Uma nave esse caiaque . show de bola !