Help Us Build the Fishing Vessel You Actually Want

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We're Wildnova — building the next generation of smart electric fishing vessels. Before we lock in our design, we want to hear directly from anglers like you. Your answers will shape the decisions we make.

This survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. Responses are confidential and used for product development only. If you leave your contact info at the end, it will be stored separately and used solely for product advisory follow-up.

Section 1 of 6 — About You

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1.
What is your age range?
Under 18
18–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60 and above
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2.
What is your gender?
Male
Female
Non-binary
Prefer not to say
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3.
What is your height?
Under 5'2"
5'2"–5'5"
5'6"–5'8"
5'9"–5'11"
6'0"–6'2"
6'3" and above
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4.
What is your weight?
Under 130 lbs
130–159 lbs
160–189 lbs
190–219 lbs
220–249 lbs
250 lbs and above
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5.
What is your racial or ethnic background?
White / Caucasian
Hispanic or Latino
Black or African American
Asian / Pacific Islander
American Indian or Alaska Native
Other
Prefer not to say
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6.
Which region of the U.S. do you live in?
Northeast (CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT)
Mid-Atlantic ＆ Southeast (DC, DE, FL, GA, MD, NC, SC, VA, WV)
Midwest (IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI)
South ＆ Gulf Coast (AL, AR, LA, MS, OK, TN, TX)
Mountain West (AZ, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, UT, WY)
Pacific West (AK, CA, HI, OR, WA)
Outside the U.S.
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7.
What is your approximate annual household income? (Responses are anonymous and used for statistical purposes only)
Under $50,000
$50,000–$99,999
$100,000–$149,999
$150,000–$199,999
$200,000 and above
Prefer not to say

Section 2 of 6 — Your Time on the Water

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8.
What is the main reason you enjoy fishing from a vessel？[Choose at most 3 items]
Access spots that can't be reached from shore
Freedom to go wherever I want on the water
Enjoying the solitude and peace of being on the water
Targeting bigger fish and higher catch rates
Spending quality time with family or friends
The challenge of exploring unfamiliar waters
Competitive fishing — I need a vessel to participate in tournaments
A more immersive experience compared to shore fishing
Other
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9.
How many years have you been fishing?
Less than 1 year
1–3 years
3–5 years
5–10 years
10–20 years
20 years and above
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10.
How often do you go fishing?
Multiple times a week
About once a week
2–3 times a month
About once a month
A few times a season or less
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11.
Who do you usually fish with?[Multiple]
By myself
Partner/Spouse
Family (parents, children, etc.)
Friends
Fishing club or community members
Other
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12.
What type of water do you typically fish in?[Multiple]
Freshwater only (lakes, rivers, reservoirs, etc.)
Mixed fresh/saltwater (estuaries, tidal zones, etc.)
Saltwater — inshore
Saltwater — offshore
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13.
What species do you most often target?
[Choose at most 3 items]
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Striped Bass
Pike / Muskie
Walleye
Crappie / Panfish
Trout / Salmon
Redfish / Red Drum
Snook / Flounder / Snapper
Offshore species (Tuna, Marlin, etc.)
Other
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14.
What fishing techniques do you primarily use?
[Choose at most 3 items]
Casting
Trolling
Fly Fishing
Live / Cut Bait Fishing
Jigging
Other
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15.
Do you stand up to fish on your kayak or boat?
Yes, often — if stability allows, I'm on my feet most of the time
Sometimes — mainly when casting or landing fish
Rarely or never
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16.
What is your approximate annual spending on fishing gear and activities?
Under $500
$500–$1,000
$1,000–$2,500
$2,500–$5,000
$5,000–$10,000
$10,000 and above

Section 3 of 6 — Your Gear & Setup

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17.
What type of fishing vessel(s) do you currently own?[Multiple]
Kayak
Bass Boat
Jon Boat / Deep-V Boat
Center Console Boat
Inflatable / Float Tube
SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard)
I don't currently own a water vessel
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20.
When purchasing your current vessel, what factors mattered most to you？[Choose at most 3 items]
Price / value for money
Stability
Weight and portability
Propulsion type (paddle / pedal / motor)
Deck and storage space
Seat comfort
Modification and upgrade potential
Brand reputation / user reviews
Shallow water capability
Aesthetics and design
Other

Section 4 of 6 — What Matters to You

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24.
What are your speed requirements when fishing?
Slow cruising is enough (≤3 mph) — precise control matters more to me than speed
Mid-range is fine (3–6 mph) — enough for most spot transitions
I need 6+ mph — I frequently need to cover distance quickly between spots
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25.
Do you currently use a fish finder?
Yes
No
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26.
What screen size do you use？
5–7"
9–10"
12" and above
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27.
What input method do you use?
Touchscreen
Physical buttons
Combination of both
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28.
Which of the following seat features are must-haves for you?[Multiple]
360° horizontal rotation
Full recline / large backrest angle adjustment
Independent seat cushion angle adjustment
Seat height adjustment
Overall comfort and stability matter more

Section 5 of 6 — Pain Points

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29.
What are the biggest pain points with your current vessel?[Please select 1-3 item]
Physical exertion — paddling or pedaling is tiring and limits range
Losing control in wind and current — hard to hold heading and position
Tedious deployment — too much time and effort from the parking lot to launch
Fragmented systems — having to source and assemble motor, battery, fish finder, and controls separately
Too heavy — gear adds up fast, making single-handed transport a struggle
Insufficient stability — hard to stand or operate in choppy conditions
Limited deck space — not enough room for gear and equipment layout
Poor shallow-water access — too much draft to reach nearshore flats
Other
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30.
Which part of a full fishing trip do you find least satisfying?
Pre-trip prep and loading (the parking lot stage)
Launch and getting on the water
Traveling between spots on the water
Holding position at a fishing spot
The act of fishing itself (casting, fighting fish, etc.)
Post-trip retrieval and loading back up
Cleaning and storing the vessel at home
Other

Section 6 of 6 — How You Make Decisions

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31.
Where do you discover new fishing vessels most? 
[Multiple]
Select up to 3
YouTube reviews
Instagram or TikTok creators
Reddit (e.g. r/kayakfishing)
Facebook fishing groups
In-person fishing expos (e.g. ICAST)
Word of mouth from fishing friends
Brand website or email
Fishing magazines or media
Other
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32.
What influences your purchase decision most?
[Multiple]
Select up to 3
Long-term reviews from real users
Fishing influencer hands-on video
Official brand specs and features
Personal recommendation from a fishing friend
In-person demo or test paddle
Seeing a pro angler or tournament competitor use the same model
Other
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33.
Before buying a high-end fishing vessel, what would significantly increase your confidence to purchase?
[Multiple]
Select up to 3
30-day no-questions-asked return policy
In-person on-water demo at an expo or designated location
Long-term real-user review video (6+ months of use)
Direct conversation with the product team to get questions answered
Installment / financing options
Other
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34.
Which of the following features would make you willing to pay a premium?[Please select 1-3 item]
Select up to 3
Hands-free vessel control
Precise positioning and heading lock
Stand-up fishing with full gear access
Shallow water access without worry
Silent operation — won't spook fish
All-day battery confidence
Out-of-the-box ready — single-person launch in 15 minutes
Integrated fish finder and display system
Comprehensive safety protection
All-day comfortable seating
Built-in DIY modification space
Personalized aesthetics and atmosphere
Other
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35.
Would you be interested in becoming a long-term product advisor for Wildnova? (This may include early access to product prototypes, on-water test sessions, and sharing your feedback to help shape our final design.)
Yes, I'd love to be involved
Maybe — tell me more before I decide
No, thanks
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