Related sit on top Pelican kayak
The Pedal system can be pulled up while on water but the rudder can't be pulled up without modifications.
Yes, it’s just like any other kayak… you can pull it on the kayak carts.
steering can be mounted on either side - tracks on left and right. unsure about track mounting a rod holder.
Hobie still has an active patent on the reverse version which they will defend vigorously. There won't be a 180 fin drive from other companies for a very long time. You can pull the drive out of the drive well and put it in backwards though.