OGN Product review:
Bonafide
RS117
Design
8
Performance
8
Durability
8
Value
8.5
Overall
8.1 / 10
Pros:
• Simple, paddle forward design
• Made In the USA
• Good Stability when seated
Cons:
• limited track for accessories
• Somewhat cramped for space
• Basic seat, not very comfortable
Product Description:
The RS117 is built around the idea of giving anglers a budget-friendly but feature-rich fishing kayak that still feels premium on the water. Its wide, pontoon-style hull creates strong primary and secondary stability, allowing anglers to stand and fish confidently even in choppy or shifting conditions.
The deck layout focuses on simplicity and organization, with integrated gear tracks, rod holders, and storage zones designed to keep tackle accessible without clutter. It also features a dual-position stadium-style seat, giving paddlers flexibility between a higher or lower seating position depending on comfort or visibility needs.
At around 11'7" long and ~75 lbs, the RS117 is designed to be manageable to transport while still offering the footprint and stability of a larger fishing platform.





