For sale: Malibu Stealth 14 - fully loaded $750
This is the original MacGyverYak; a bomb-proof fishing battleship of extra-ordinary magnitude (KFM reference
). Color is hi-vis yellow.
Asking price of $750 includes the following:
Lowrance LMS-527cDF iGPS combo FF/GPS. This unit has a 5" X 5" (480X480 pixel) color display, internal 12 channel GPS antenna, 3KW (P to P)/375W RMS transducer, SD/MMC card slot for recording sonar tracks/data.
The unit is on a RAM mount, which allows it to be folded down, out of the way, for launches and landings.
Surf to Summit GTS Expedition seat. This is the most comfortable seat on the market (IMHO). Comes with a mesh pocket on the back. The seat anchor points have been reinforced and the seat has had aluminum stays installed.
Wilderness Systems alloy rudder kit. The rudder is a godsend in crosswinds. It allows you to concentrate on a steady, balanced paddle stroke; reducing exertion and increasing paddling endurance. The rudder system is very rugged and durable. I've made numerous surf landings with the rudder down and there isn't a mark on it. Rudder lines are 1.8mm Dyneema dinghy line. You can adjust the rudder lines by simply untying the line; no cable cutting/crimping necessary.
Fully plumbed, molded internal bait tank. The bait tank hatch has a circular 10" hatch for easier access. The tank pump is a 500gph Tsunami with a replaceable motor cassette. The pump runs off a dedicated 6v-12Ahr battery and has an adjustable flow nozzle. You can easily keep a dozen standard-size macs alive all day in this tank.
Battery box/power distribution unit: A waterproof case holds the 6V bait tank pump battery and a 12V-10Ahr battery for the FF/GPS and bilge pump. The PDU has a main power switch, switches for each load, waterproof fuse holders and completely labeled/insulated/corrosion-proofed wiring. The PDU has waterproof quick disconnects; allowing it to be easily removed from the kayak. Complete electrical schematic drawing will be included.
Rear hatch storage box: Custom drop-in/bolt-on storage box mounts to the angled rear hatch. The storage box allows access to the hull and has sufficient storage space for tackle and other gear. This leaves the rear tank well for completely open for stowing fish in a game bag. The storage box has 4 rod holders on the rear wall. (If you don't want the storage box I will remove it and cut $50 off the asking price)
Internal electric bilge pump: The 500gph Whale bilge pump is mounted horizontally on the keel under the seat. The overboard discharge line has a check valve and a Marlon mushroom thru-hull fitting. The power supply for the bilge pump is the 12V system. This ensures that, even if the bait tank battery has been fully run down there will still be power for the bilge pump.
Rod holders: There are 4 lightweight RAM composite rod holders (RAP-119) just aft of the seat. A single flush-mount rod holder is placed on the center console to hold your rod while gaffing or tying knots.
Deck fittings: There are multiple nylon eyelets located on or near all rod holders and at various places around the cockpit. It is all set up for leashing all of your gear. There is a heavy, reinforced SS U-bolt at the bow for towing or lifting. Additional SS U-bolts are mounted on the sides of the tankwell. These U-bolts can be used for towing another yak or clipping on a drift chute. An additional carry handle has been installed on the port side to facilitate carrying. All hull penetrations were Goop'd for waterproofing. The keel and stern have been protected with a skid pad. A thick layer of JB Weld and an aluminum strip have been applied to the keel to protect the hull when dragging across rough surfaces.
B/U magnetic compass: Ritchie magnetic compass is mounted at the forward end of the port footwell.
I will include an all-carbon, straight-shaft, 230cm Werner Camano paddle for an additional $75. The paddle is in excellent condition, with no chips, gouges or cracks. There is SOLAS reflective tape on the blades and shaft and the blades have additional reflective prism tape. This is a beautiful paddle that is very light and stiff. Using a carbon paddle can easily add a couple of hours to your endurance. If you want just the paddle, without the kayak, I will sell it for $100. No other items will be sold separately.
This is a large, stable kayak. It has a huge load capacity; more than enough for all my gear, my fat arse and a fish or two
There is a lot of time and money invested in this kayak. For what you are getting, it is quite a bargain. It is a good, sturdy yak that can provide somebody with years of paddling and fishing pleasure. PM me if you're interested. I could deliver the kayak to the San Diego area if necessary.
Thanks