Bonafide RS117

Bonafide RS117 is an American fishing kayak kayak from the RISE series, built for those who need a real standing platform without a premium price. The same hybrid catamaran hull as in the Bonafide SS series, a comfortable Stadium Seat and a well thought out storage system let you fish lakes, slow rivers, the coast and open bays.

Why choose the Bonafide RS117

✓ Hybrid catamaran hull: safe to stand up and fish standing

✓ 85 cm width: a compact hull whose stability and tracking beat many much wider kayaks

✓ Two-height Stadium Seat: a dual breathable mesh seat for the whole day

✓ Quick Connect system: switch between low and high seating positions in seconds

✓ FatGrip handles at the bow and stern: one person can lift and carry the kayak from car to water

✓ Shield StorageWell cover with paddle pocket: small items and the paddle always at hand

✓ Integrated DryPod: phone and documents stay dry

✓ YakAttack MightyMount XL tracks (2 x 30 cm and 1 x 15 cm): mount accessories without drilling

✓ Front StorageWell with a fish finder cable hole: the transducer cable is hidden inside the hull

✓ TopRun Rudder System ready: the rudder can be fitted at any time without drilling the hull

✓ Replaceable skid plates: the bottom survives rocky shorelines

Hybrid catamaran hull

The RS117 inherited the same hull design that made the premium Bonafide SS series famous. Two longitudinal hull tunnels create a wide base of support, so the kayak doesn't rock when you stand up to cast. The restrained 85 cm width keeps the kayak light to paddle and easy to transport, while its stability and tracking beat much wider and heavier models.

Stadium Seat: comfort for the whole day

The Stadium Seat is lighter and wider than many competitors' seats, with a double-layer breathable mesh. The Quick Connect system lets you switch in seconds between the low position for paddling and the high position for fishing. A cup holder, rod holders and side pockets around the seat keep gear within reach without standing up.

Storage and accessory tracks

The Shield StorageWell cover with an integrated paddle pocket gathers small items in one place, and the DryPod protects your most valuable things from water. Three YakAttack MightyMount XL tracks (two 30 cm and one 15 cm) let you mount fish finder brackets, camera arms or rod holders without drilling. The channel at the rear with a bungee cord is sized for a fishing crate.

Bonafide RS117 video overview

Performance ratings

Who is the Bonafide RS117 for?

✓ For anglers who want American build quality but aren't aiming at the top price class

✓ For fishing lakes, slow rivers, the coast and open bays

✓ For beginners and experienced anglers who care about standing up steadily to cast

✓ For those who load and carry the kayak alone: 29.5 kg with the seat

✓ For those who plan to build up the kayak with accessories bit by bit

Is the Bonafide RS117 good for stand-up fishing?

Yes. The hybrid catamaran hull is built for exactly that: the 85 cm width and flat deck let you stand and cast. A stability rating of 7 out of 10 means that in calm and moderately choppy water the standing position is safe, while in strong chop it's more comfortable to stay seated.

The Bonafide RS117 is where American manufacturing and thoughtful design fit into a sensible budget. Take your fishing to the next level.