The next generation of great fishing kayaks. Stand, sit, paddle, pole, motor, troll, float… deep water reefs, coastal flats, rivers and ponds. This boat does it all!
Featuring the same patented outrigger as the Freedom 12, this kayak offers three outrigger positions based on degrees of efficiency and stability. It paddles like a conventional kayak in position one. Position two offers maximum stability for standup fishing and the third position offers a blend of efficiency and stability for poling or motoring. This boat features maximum performance for longer paddling trips and the added freeboard and upswept bow make the Pathfinder dry in the most challenging open water fishing conditions.
Standard features include: Internal dry storage, casting brace, scuppers, 2 rod holders, high back seat, and inserts for optional motor mount. Stand or sit…the world’s best stand–up kayak is now the best sit down kayak as well.
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The first angling kayak designed from the waterline up to allow the user to stand—safely, and comfortably—thanks to our PATENTED, integrated outrigger design.
Our PATENTED integrated outrigger design can be easily deployed from the seated position for stable stand-up kayak fishing or retracted for paddling.
The outriggers are easily removed for transport and storage. When removed, the overall length of the kayak is reduced to
10' 6".
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Patented Inline OutriggersThe Pathfinder features a redesigned Inline Outrigger System (also featured on Freedom 12) which provides an additional position for the angler, revolutionizing kayak fishing with its efficiency and stability. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Breaks down into 3 Pieces for Transportation and StorageLike all Freedom Hawk Models, the Pathfinder can be disassembled in 2 minutes resulting in 3 light weight pieces and a carrying weight of only 60 pounds making it easy to store and transport. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Upswept Bow with Carolina Flare and VolumeLike today’s best offshore power boats the pathfinder also features extra bow volume and flare for added dryness and a soft ride in even the worst open water conditions. This Freedom Hawk is the first to be specifically designed for offshore and open water fishing. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Casting BraceStand with 100% confidence with this black anodized support brace. It can easily be retracted for long paddles or transportation. A great assist item when stand–up fishing in rough water or hit by an unexpected boat wake. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Optional Motor Mount AvailbleInserts on the stern deck allow the easy installation of an optional motor mount. Turn your kayak into a motor assisted boat and increase range and fishing options. (Click image for larger view.) |
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ScuppersThe pathfinder comes standard with 8 scuppers and 6 drain plugs. Six in the floor of the boat, one in the seat well and one in the stern deck tackle well. These keep the hull dry and allow water to freely exit the hull when paddling in rain or rough water conditions. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Molded in Tackle ConsoleThis extra tackle console or small tackle well is a great place to keep small tackle cases, camera boxes, or even a small battery for motor equipped models. Easy to access and semi–dry with built in scupper. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Oversized Bow Hatch and Internal StorageCarry extra gear even oversized camping equipment. This hatch can also be used to protect rods and tackle when launching from the beach in surf conditions. Easy to access from shore and on the water. (Click image for larger view.) |
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On-Board Storage in Stern OutriggersEach outrigger doubles as a dry storage compartment with easy to access hatches. These can be used for extra clothing or smaller gear items or as a fish box to transport the daily catch back to shore. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Adjustable Foot RestsProvides proper fit and performance, keeping things comfortable by tailoring the boat to anyone at the controls. (Click image for larger view.) |
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High-back SeatThe adjustable High Back Seat provides comfort and performance for hours on end. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Optional Elite Angler SeatAdding the Elite Angler Seat option makes this kayak the most comfortable sit–down fishing kayak on the market. Great for Anglers who fish all day or troll. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Flush Mount Rod HoldersThe pathfinder comes standard with two flush mount rod holders, allowing you to effortlessly paddle or stand with your favorite poles in close proximity. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Molded in Bow Carry HandleGreat for portaging, transporting, or running an anchor line off the bow. (Click image for larger view.) |
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Two-Cup/Beverage HoldersKeeping yourself hydrated is important. Store your favorite beverages in these over-sized cup holders. (Click image for larger view.) |
Detailed Specifications
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| Total | Hull | Outriggers | Total | Body Only | Max Weight Capacity | |
| 14' 2" | 10' 4" | 50" | 31" | 79 lbs. | 61 lbs. | 400 lbs. |
| 432 cm | 315 cm | 127 cm | 79 cm | 35.8 kg | 38.5 kg | 181 kg |
Favorites of FHKVideoGallery
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Dave Hadden for Freedom Hawk. 1.82 min. |
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Nutty kayaker Frank Shaw hooks and lands a 6olb+ Sailfish from his kayak out of Key Largo Florida. 9.12 min. |
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Freedom Hawk Kayaks - Freedom 14 How it Works The Freedom 14 is the first Angling Kayak designed from the waterline up to allow the user to stand, safely, and comfortably, thanks to our PATENTED integrated Outrigger design. This video shows this groundbreaking kayak design in action. 1.45 min. |
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Freedom Hawk Kayaks - Freedom 14 Features The Freedom 14 is the first Angling Kayak designed from the waterline up to allow the user to stand, safely, and comfortably, thanks to a PATENTED integrated Outrigger design. This video describes the features of this remarkable new watercraft. 0.80 min. |
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Flats Fishing Bonanza with Trapper and Friends Trapper is back at it! Deep in the Yucatan he provides glimpes of the real stories that make up an angling adventure! 5.40 min. |
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Watch Trapper Rudd explore the deep back-country lagoons of the remote Southern Yucatan in search of game fish in super skinny water 5.83 min. |
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The Giant Snook of Santa Rosa Lagoon Trapper Rudd and Paul Hansen prowl the shallow lagoons of Santa Rosa in the Yucatan for giant snook! 5.53 min. |
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Steve Keen fly fishing with Freedom Hawk Fly fisherman Steve Keen tests the stability of Freedom Hawk's Freedom 14 in Cape Cod, MA. 4.13 min. |
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Kayak Fishing on the Chevy Florida Fishing Report Mike Kogan of www.JaxKayakFishing.com on the Chevy Florida Fishing Report. Courtesy of SunSports. 4.87 min. |
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Fishing Freedom Hawk kayak in Laguna Madre Joey fishing from a Freedom Hawk kayak in south Laguna Madre, TX. For more info go to www.kayakfishingmagazine.net 4.05 min. |
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Shallow water fishing on the Lower Laguna Madre for tailing redfish. 2.77 min. |
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Anglers head deep into the Yucatan in search of unfished waters. They discover a lost lagoon with very big, very aggressive barracuda. One angler hooks a giant barracuda, breaks him off, the fish turns around and charges the kayak launches himself into the air ,mouth wide open, seemingly attacking the angler and ends up inside the kayak ! And the mayhem continues when the anglers climb into the mangroves to get their lure back... you have to see it to believe it. 8.05 min. |
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Freedom Hawk Kayaks, Greg Johnson Show host for Eco Fishing Adventures test drove a FREEDOM HAWK KAYAK in Texas while shooting our upcoming July 4th weekend show. he caught a red fish while standing up in the kayak.USA made , smart design, incredibily stable, sturdy. what a great design. not a toy or a novelty, but a hard working kayak. why would you buy any other kayak! FREEDOM HAWK KAYAKS BABY! 8.48 min. |
"We just got our first Pathfinder. WOW! Definitely the best Freedom Hawk yet! We are going to sell a bunch of these" – Florida Dealer
"Other companies say you can stand and fish from their boats, but it just isn’t true. I love my new Pathfinder!" –South Carolina Customer
"How soon can I get one?... Finally a Freedom Hawk for west coast anglers!" –A.R., California
"I purchased a Freedom Hawk for fishing the flats on the Texas Gulf coast. It is everything I was looking for and I actually use it more than my flats skiff. –B.P., Texax
"I wish I had this for tuna fishing last fall… oh well, just in time for duck hunting" H.E., Massachusetts
"I am an Aussie planning to buy a fishing kayak in the near future. Browsing the web I stumbled on this news article about your new Pathfinder kayak (Click here to view.) This kayak is exactly what I am after!" –R.G., Australia
"Absolutely the best kayak I have ever fished!!!!!!!!!" –A.M., Pasadena, TX
"The articulated pontoons are blowing my mind, very cool." – P.V. New Jersey
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