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The time has come for true innovation in motion with the new Helix PD Pedal Drive. Featuring a 6:1 gear ratio precision-tuned to a 14 x 17 two-bladed fixed pitch prop, the Helix PD is the most efficient and intuitive pedal system ever engineered. Fully deployed, the system is optimized for maximum speed in exchange for less effort so you can be hands-free to fish all day. A groundbreaking auto-raising mast achieves zero draft with a spring-loaded kick pedal, and the unit can be further stowed forward and out of the way to complete the 3-phases of possible positioning. Tuned to the proven performance of Wilderness Systems' S.M.A.R.T. Hull designs, and currently compatible with the new Radar model family, the Helix PD Pedal Drive is the definitive advantage. The Helix PD comes complete with hand-control steering knob. Rudder Kit not included.
Precision-tuned to a 14 x 17 two-bladed fixed pitch prop
Compatible with the Wilderness Systems Radar series
Intuitive spring-loaded auto-raising mast with kick pedal activation
3 positions: fully deployed, zero draft, and fully stowed
Hand control included
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Reviews
By: jmmjorgeDate: Sep 02, 2017
Verified Buyer
I bought the pedal drive recently, I have used it couple of times
with my Radar 135 Kayak, and I love it, I do pedal the whole day
effortless, even when wind is against the direction I'm going, its
great, hands free for fishing. Easy to install and remove. Also the
Rudder Steering control is very convenience. As somebody
mentioned on other review, to raise/lower the rudder was not as
expected, I found both cords need to be manipulated, I mean, one
pull/other release at the same time accordingly.
I've used mine twice now. The pedal unit was really easy to install.
Good instructions included, but I found YouTube installation to be
very helpful. The included rudder control is very nice also. If you
don't have much strength, the rudder can be difficult to raise and
lower. I'm hoping it'll improve with usage. For some people, you
may have to manually raise and lower the rudder before going out.
The pedal unit is extremely quiet and smooth. You can pedal
forward and reverse. Will be really helpful for hands free fishing.
I've only had a chance to use this once, so far. The pedal unit is
smooth and quiet. I installed this on my 11.5 Wilderness Radar. The
on-line installation instructions was well done and installation was
easy. I'm really looking forward to trying some saltwater fishing with
the pedal unit.
I have two of the Helix PD Pedal Drive units that are used on my 11.5
and 13.5 Radar kayaks. Used them for the first time today. It took a
little while to get everything situated just right. The units worked very
well. One word of caution - stay out of weed beds, under water
plants, etc. They like to get snarled in the propeller.
This product is a game changer. I was going to wait til next year to
make this purchase but so glad I did not wait. Install was very easy
just YouTube this product and you will find easy to follow how to
instructions. My only complaint is the rudder handle occasionally
slips out of place but learning how to work it. One trip I was able to
hold my position on a river and catch 6 Smallies as other kayakers
just floated by and did not catch anything.
Have used pedal drive twice like it,Used it in a radar 115 average
speed is 3.5-4 mph on gps easy to pedal. Can cover a lot of water with
it. Had it in pretty good wind and choppy water and still moved kayak
at a good speed
Q:
I see it says hand control for the rudder included. Does the rudder also come with the pedal drive or is it purchased separately? Trying to find out how much the kayak, drive, and rudder costs.
A:
We would highly discourage you trying to modify your Feelfree kayak to fit the Helix Pedal Drive. This drive is only intended to work with the Wilderness Systems Radar kayaks. Feelfree will be coming out with a drive compatible with the their Lure series later this year or early 2018 though.
A:
We don't carry that replacement propeller yet, but we can most likely special order it. Give us a call at 888-828-3828 or shoot us an email at customer@austinkayak.com and we can set that up for you.
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