Rapido 10.8ft Propeller Drive Modular Fishing Kayak
The Rapido 10.8ft with propeller drive is the longest, fastest solo modular kayak in the Reel Yaks lineup — paired with the control of instant reverse. Cover distance efficiently on big open water, then maneuver precisely when you're on the fish. Built-in transducer mount means your electronics are ready from day one. And it still fits in two sections in your car boot.
Long hull. Instant reverse. The 10.8ft hull is fast and efficient over distance. The propeller drive gives you full forward and reverse control with your feet, making it equally capable when you need to hold position in current or back away from structure. The best of both worlds for serious open-water anglers.
Electronics-ready. Built-in transducer mount recess in the hull. No drilling. Route wiring through the scupper holes. The Rapido is designed to run a fish finder from the moment it goes in the water.
Same modular portability. Two sections. Fits in a car boot. No roof rack. No wall mount. Stores in your apartment or spare room and assembles in 5 minutes. The longest kayak in the range with the same no-compromise storage and transport solution.
Specs
- Length: 10.8ft | Sections: 2-piece
- Capacity: 440lbs
- Drive: Propeller drive (instant reverse, hands-free pedal)
- Hull: Rotomolded polyethylene, sit-on-top
- Transducer mount: Built-in hull recess
- Assembly: 5 minutes, no tools required
- Transport: Fits in car boot — no roof rack needed
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose the Rapido over the Recon?
The Rapido is 0.3ft longer and rated to 440lbs (vs 430lbs on the Recon). It's the top-of-range solo performance model — most suited to anglers fishing big open water who want maximum speed and the control of instant reverse.
Will 10.8ft fit in my car?
Yes. The two-section design keeps each piece short enough for most mid-size car boots without roof racks or external straps.
What's the advantage of prop drive at this hull length?
At 10.8ft the hull is fast and efficient going forward. The prop drive's instant reverse means you can use all that speed to cover water and then stop and reposition precisely when you find fish — without paddling backwards.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, Festive Water Paddlesports is an authorized ReelYaks dealer. We carry a wide selection of ReelYaks products online and in store!
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All products at Festive Water Paddlesports are subject to their specific manufacturer's warranty policy.
Please refer to the ReelYaks website for more warranty information about the Rapido 10.8ft Propeller Drive Modular Fishing Kayak.
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Yes, Festive Water provides outfitting and rigging services!
If you have a whitewater kayak or touring, we can modify and update your outfitting.
For fishing kayaks, we can install motors, fish finders, lights, and other electronics.
Check out our Kayak Rigging page for more information.
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Yes, we offer full and partial refunds. However, some products like kayaks, SUPs, and other watercraft are excluded (sales are final).
Please read our Refund policy for more information.
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Festive Water Paddlesports offers financing through Affirm. Add your items to the cart, check out, and select Affirm as your payment method.
Check out our Financing page to learn more about Financing.
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Yes, Festive Water Paddlesports ships kayaks across the lower 48 U.S. states with white glove, premium shipping!
Shipping rates are calculated at checkout.
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We use USPS and UPS for small packages, and private courier partners for kayak shipping. Use the shipping estimator in the checkout to check your shipping rates.
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