Great review video! You really put in the valuable work to make the video visually pleasing, engaging, and very informative. Your format is rock solid! So good it should be used as a template for all other kayak reviews on YT. Great work!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Michael! I really appreciate it! I may have to use this comment and tag Old Town on my Instagram page, because I can't even get them to give me a like anytime I tag them 🤣😂

I am new to the idea of kayaking & fishing too. What makes me different I am 68 years old and doing research on both fishing and kayaking. You did a wonderful job of showing how stable this kayak in the pool test. Best video I have seen on any kayak

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Chuck! I appreciate it! It has been a really fun year for me learning how to fish from a kayak, I did a lot of research myself before deciding on going with the Old Town and I haven’t been disappointed! I hope you find something just as great that suites your needs and I’m sure you will have just as much fun fishing from it as I have.

@BobBohner4851

2 жыл бұрын

Heck that’s not different. I’m 77!!!! lol

@Avedis-G

2 жыл бұрын

I’m 53 and doing the same research exactly on fishing and kayaking!

@chuckgilbert2035

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass I now have a Predator 132PDL and love it. Not as stable as my wife's 106PDL Sportsman but faster/smoother on the water. Loving this

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

@@chuckgilbert2035 Awesome! Glad you decided on the Old Town!

Solid review bud. You sold me when you tried to flip it.

@DoubleBogeyBass

10 күн бұрын

Thank you! It's a very stable platform, you will love it!

Love your review, honest and to the point. Great job!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching!

For you to invest such time and effort into doing this shows the level of commitment to your viewers. You are highly appreciated.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jedediyah!

I appreciate all the work you put in your videos for us brother!!!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the support!

One the best reviews I've seen,vthanka,vnice job.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

A very level headed review with the facts laid out for practical application! Great Job!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Manny!

What an Outstanding and Thorough review. Thanks

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words!

Awsome review ya Pretty much nailed with this video well done 👍🏼

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Now this is a review ! Put it to the test for sure 👍

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you John!

Solid review, thank you for your input. The production value was great. Looking forward to more content.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Ryan! Appreciate it!

Absolutely loved the walk through on the kayak. Great video my friend. Looking to buy a kayak and this one you have is worth it. Left a like and subscribed. Adrian

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Don’t think you could go wrong with this choice if that’s what you decide on. Good luck!

Thank you sir for your time and effort in making this video. This video showed me exactly what I needed. Your time is much appreciated.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Thanks for checking it out!

What a detailed review. Well done. I like the cons, so to speak. That yak is tough to flip too. Great video.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I really don't have much to complain about on this kayak, even the "cons" are minor. Thanks for watching!

This video is well done and I like that you didn't have any boring points or off topic chats like I've seen in so many videos lately.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! These are the comments I love getting! Appreciate you watching!

Great review on this kayak! 👍🏻

@DoubleBogeyBass

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Absolutely amazing review of this kayak. The stability test in the pool has me sold on it

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! It’s a great kayak! I’ve been nothing but pleased with it!

Excellent review - that stability test was mind-blowing. It took a lot of effort to get it over!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brian! I knew it was stable before I bought it but couldn’t believe how much it took to flip it! Thanks for watching!

Thank you for the video. This has been extremely helpful, and I will be buying one of these in the near future.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out Austin! You won’t be disappointed if you get one. I wish I could spend more time out on mine!

This is one of the best videos on this yak ive seen, thank you

@DoubleBogeyBass

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! I appreciate it!

Terrific video and full review. Very nice!

@DoubleBogeyBass

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Jack!!

The view best video I have seen on stability of this kayak. I have been looking for a review like this on all pedal drives. Wish you you could re

What a thorough and useful review ! you may have convinced me to go with this kayak over the Hobie outback , TY !!!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

That's what I like to hear! Let me know how you like it if you do in fact get one! Thanks for watching!

Cool review Jeremy very detailed! Remember fly fishing on a Canoe with my dad in North Carolina this summer and we nearly tipped over twice. This kayak seems much more stable!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! And yes this kayak is soooo stable. I do want to try fly fishing from it. It's something that's been on my to-do list, but I'm not the best fly fisherman 😁

I’ve been a canoe guy for many years but now that son has grown up and moved on I started looking at kayaks. I had no idea where to start. Your videos are excellent and have a wealth of information. Thank you!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help in any way I can! Appreciate the kind words!

Great review! Very thorough! Thank you!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for checking it out Shawn! Glad to help!

Great video. Came across your vids when I was looking at the PDL 120 and 106. Ended up with 106 and love it, but this 120 review is one of the best I have seen yet. May get that one next. Your vids keep getting better, keep it up. Looks like we fish a lot of the same locations as well, just caught a salmon at that pirate ship today. PM me if you ever need a fishing partner, safer on delta with teams.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! If you ever decide to upgrade to the 120, and are planning to sell the 106, let me know. We may be interested in getting another one for the kid! I’d totally be down for fishing with you sometime, we’ll have to work something out!

Great Job with the content you made. Thank You from Gardnerville NV. And love the Kayak City sticker, purchased my Native Slayer Max 12.5 from there. Thanks again and Enjoy your days on the Delta 😎👍

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Steven! I can't wait to hit up the Delta this Spring!

@Sanctified_EDC_Gear

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass Nice 😎👍

Great review. Super comprehensive and had I seen this before getting my used PA14 I might have been fishing out of the PDL 120. I am surprised Old Town hasn't made you an Ambassador yet👍

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words Keith! That means a lot! Being an ambassador for Old Town would be awesome, I’m a big fan of their product! Hope to run into you out on the Delta sometime! 🤙🏻

I’m very excited to buy an Old Towne fishing kayak. Thanks for the excellent review pushing it to the limits.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

You won’t be disappointed!! It’s a great kayak! Thanks for watching!

Great Review! I have been looking into getting this kayak and this really helped me know more about it!

@DoubleBogeyBass

8 ай бұрын

Thanks! It's a great kayak. I haven't been disappointed by my purchase.

Great video! I am new at kayaking. My first trip is in 5 days 😬. Loved how you explained and followed up with visual. Thank you

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Good luck with your first trip, I'm sure you are going to love it. Be careful though, it quickly becomes an obsession 😂🤣

You did a good job on this reveiw. Keep up the good work

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Hunter!

Great Detailed video, awesome job, Thanks

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim! I appreciate it!

I was looking into getting this kayak and came across your review. You covered a great many aspects of the kayak and did an excellent job!!! Thanks for helping me decide whether or not to buy one. I have decided to buy one based on your review

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

That’s what I love to hear! If only I could have Old Town take notice 🤣😂. Thanks for checking out the video and I hope you love the kayak as much as I do!

Thanks for an honest review, much more useful than the sponsored reviews which you have to take with a grain of salt.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bob! Appreciate it!

Fantastic review. Thanks for posting.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Ай бұрын

Thank you Rob! I appreciate it!

Now I know this too , I love your video with the flip and lift the dog in the Kayak , I'm thinking to get this Kayak and have fun .Now I have to watch your other videos , thanks .

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! If you do get the kayak you’ll love it!

Hey your video was awesome, as a newbie, you’re video, you really kept it real 👍 you got me wanting one, good job!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Joseph! Get one, you won’t regret it!

great video! I just bought the 132. Thanks for doing this

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve! I hope you enjoy the kayak, I absolutely love mine, and my wife loves her 106 as well! Thanks for watching!!

I have the paddle powered Sportsman 106 and I love it, but watching these videos about the pedal powered 106 makes this kayak very tempting to me ...very tempting.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

The instant reverse while fighting a fish is awesome. I’ve tried fishing and paddling at the same time and I’d have to say it can be challenging at times 😂.

Really helpful review as I try to decide which boat I want to purchase. Thank you.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

Looking to buy sportsman 120. This video is VERY helpful and has info that other videos don't. Thanks!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad I could help! Let me know if you end up getting the Old Town, and if so, how you like it!

Thanks for showing your technique on how to get your loaded kayak off the water. Launched my AP120 out of sugar barge this past weekend and boy was it a pain getting the fully loaded yak back on the cart then up the boat ramp. Definitely gonna try loading it on the cart while the yak is still floating. Genius!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Just make sure you find a way to strap the cart down, because it will try and move on you if it's not strapped down, I learned that one the hard way and had the kayak come completely off the cart fully loaded 🤣. Thanks for watching!

great job on the review. Ive got some interest in a Kayak even though I have a 21 ft boat. The Kayak thing appears to be a lot of fun.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

There definitely is a need for both 😂. You can cover more ground in a boat, but I can access more hard to reach areas in a kayak, which is very appealing. I'd for sure tell you to get one, you won't be disappointed 😁 Thanks for watching!

Just started look for a new kayak. This look like it might be a great choice. Great review.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out Bobby! I did a lot of research before settling on the Old Town and I haven’t been disappointed.

Terrific video. I had mine delivered a month ago (upgrade). Been out in both tidal & non-tidal waters and I agree with your entire assesment including the cons about rudder issues in current. In summary, it is a phenomenal fishing kayak with an unbeatable warranty at a reasonable price point. Again, stellar job on the comprehensive video bro!

@DoubleBogeyBass

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! I agree it is a phenomenal fishing kayak! I love it even more now that I have a truck and don’t have to car top this thing anymore 🤣. Thanks for checking out the video!

I would not mind driving that whip you have if I could come to a nice pool like the one you have. Great work editing on the Pros & Cons. Being able to maneuver yourself on that kayak as you did should be a number one reason to get any kayak the rest is for taste. Thanks for the great upload.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video! I wish the pool was mine, but it's the in-laws 😂. Still get to use it whenever I want though!

Thanks for this video. I have two new Old Town Kayaks coming 8/9/22. Bought the Topwater 120 PDL for me and the Sportsman 120 PDL for my son. Definitely liked the gear setup. That is my obsession is tuning it for best use and access. I am 62 though in great shape stability is key!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Hope you guys love them as much as my wife and I enjoy ours! Sure is a blast to be out on these kayaks! Let me know how you like them after you've taken them out!

Thanks for that in-depth review. I was super lucky to win a new pdl120 last night at the YAK-A-bass team year end awards and this video helped me create a list of things i need to complete the setup

@DoubleBogeyBass

7 ай бұрын

Thanks Morgan! I was sitting across from you at the table last night next to John Myers 😀, Congrats on the kayak!

Just bought an Old Town 120 PDL, glad to see that it seems to be a great stable kayak. Hopefully I can get it on the water soon.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet! I'm sure you will love it! I absolutely love mine!

Incredible job on this review Jeremy! You covered so much of the details! That's crazy that you can stand on the bow and stern with out it flipping! Love how you tried to flip it, I didn't think you could do it! Do you every take your dog with you on the Kayak when you fish? I can see this video getting a ton of views!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark! Yeah this kayak is so stable, I think I'll end up falling out of it before I ever flip it out on the water 🤣. I have taken my dog out with me on the kayak, but it's hard to do any fishing with her in there, because she takes up all the space for my gear, and all she wants to do is jump in the water and chase the ducks/geese 😁

Just an awesome review video !! I’m still in a boat for now since we got so much invested in it but this kayak would definitely be my choice for sure. Another KZread fisherman CreekCrawler fishes out of the Old Towne also. Thanks for doing this !! 👍

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Glenn! It’s a great kayak, I think you’d definitely love it!

I'm all in, ty sir

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Right on!

Great breakdown

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Tim!

Great video brother

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks D! Appreciate it!

Awesome insight

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I've been looking at this one for a few months now and you've sold me on it. I'm 70 and not as steady as I was when younger so my main concern was the stability but watching you struggle to tip it over settled that issue for me. I've checked it out at Scheels and I'm going to go back and put in an order. Thanks for the great video and when Old Town asks me for feedback I'm going to tell them it was because of this video.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! I am pretty positive you won't be disappointed with the purchase! I love mine! Let me know if you have any other questions, I'd be glad to help if I can!

Walnut grove, and snodgrass slough! That’s my second summer home man. Very good review btw

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Really good review. I’m currently fishing out of a BKC but planning on trading up. Thanks for the info.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out! Hopefully you get to upgrade!

very informative review. thanks.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul!

Great review

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Good vid. Got interested in the Salty after my first choice, a Hoodoo Impulse 120P started generating a lot of bad comments on the prop drive popping out of the mount. One concern is the weight, have to cartop the kayak. But thanks for the info, very well presented. U got a new subscriber.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I definitely would recommend Old Town. It is a great product and they have top notch customer service (from what I hear) I haven’t had any issues to test that yet 😆

Great review!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! How are you enjoying your PDL 106? 😜

@Bogey_and_bobbins

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass love it. Took it just yesterday for a beautiful fall evening on the water.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

@@Bogey_and_bobbins Oh that sounds like a good time, wish I could have been there! Oh wait I was 🤣

Agree on Navarre products. Nick’s stuff works!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

I’m a frequent buyer 😂

Great video

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

awesome review. i’m thinking this is my choice. ty!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Richie! Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Woow very good tips 👌 👏 👍 thank you

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Hope you found it useful.

Great video! I think your review here has sold me on which pedal kayak I will be purchasing.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That's awesome! I hope you are just as happy with your purchase as I have been! Let me know how you like it if you do in fact in up going with the Old Town!

@bostonbrotherhood3763

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass I'm going to a fishing show at the Mohegan Sun casino tomorrow to check out lots of kayaks, but this one was already on the list.

Great informative video

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out Scott!

It was fun to watch the beginning, but not fun when you turned into the water Lol even the kid laughed😄 Love your Kayak set up. You are the man of many skills! I enjoyed that. Thank you

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah he was getting a kick out of me struggling that’s for sure. Thanks for watching!

@ELKE-

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass It was great! Thank you, i always enjoy your videos

Thats a fish catching machine you got there. I like how stable it is cause I can't fish sitting down. When you finaly got it to flip but came out the water woth your hat already back on reminded me of myself lol. Great vid jeremy.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Miles! I'm the same way, I love to stand and fish. One thing I need to look at getting next year is some form of anchor system, so I can stay on a spot when I want to just work it over!

@MilesMartinGolf

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah here in florida I'm always flipping some form of cover and you can't flip properly sitting down. As far an anchor goes I used a couple tied up brings in my first boat. It ain't pretty but it's cheap and will work till you get a better plan. I've also always wondered if I could use a d ring or eye loop on the side of a boat that I could run a push pole through and down into the bottom amd if that would hold in shallower water like a power pole. Never tried it but thought alot about it.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

@@MilesMartinGolf I'm considering a power pole, but they are expensive. I have thought of something similar to what you are talking about but using one of my track mounted rod holders over the side of the kayak with a stake out pole down through that, wondering if that would be strong enough to hold it in place.

@MilesMartinGolf

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that was my problem. I can't justify a power pole when I cost more than my boat. I think the rod holder is a good idea cause you can duel use out of it. They make collapsible 12 and 15ft push poles. You could easily push the kayak through shallow water very quietly and then possibly stake your boat down with it.

Thank you.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Well-done and comprehensive review. Thanks for making it! Question: what length paddle do you use?

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I use the Bending Branches Angler Classic 245-255CM paddle.

Came across your channel as I’m in the market. Nice video.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jesse! Let me know if you end up going with the Old Town, and if you do, how you like it! Still loving mine!

I needed this, have been thinking about getting an Old Town 106 , but now the 120 is in play. Excellent review and informative video!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Right on! Thank you! I own a 106 as well and it’s a solid yak too, but I’m glad I originally went with the 120.

@fishncook23

Жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass I’m still trying to decide! Both of them have good things about them!

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

@@fishncook23 It doesn't seem like it would be a huge difference, but I will say that the 106 is quite a bit lighter than the 120. So if you are looking to car top, or throw in the bed of a truck, that might be a better option. Or just do like I did and buy both 😂🤣

@fishncook23

Жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass Don’t give me any ideas!🤣 Do you have a link to the company that you mentioned that you brought the accessories from?

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

@@fishncook23 Sure, it's Navarre Kayak Fishing navarrekayakfishing.com/

What a great review. Looking to buy one.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew! Pull the trigger on it, you won’t regret it! 😁

@andrewfleck4314

Жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass I live along the coast in NC. Do you think this is good for both sound and ocean? Also because it's only 10 feet do you feel the limitation of space? I'm stuck between this and the 132.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

@@andrewfleck4314 I haven’t taken mine out in salt water yet, but I know many people do. I fish out of the 120 though, so it’s 12 foot. I bought the 10 footer for my wife. The Big Water 132 might be the better option if you’re planning on doing more salt water fishing.

Great review I just order the 120 pdl I had Hobie pa 14 it was a beast and in a foot of water you had to butterfly the the pedals and paddle like a barge that was about 8 or 9 years ago thanks

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Rod stagers on the deck facing forward is what sold me on this kayak. All I do is skinny water fishing and my upright rod holders only get used for my short net and my through scupper man-power pole

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely see the use in that for skinny water, like I said in the video, but I don’t fish that style much and would rather have the space under the seat. But it really is just a minor inconvenience and I’ve managed to deal with it just fine. I absolutely have no regrets in choosing this kayak!

@calebz1448

2 жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass I completely get them being in the way of storage for open water fishing. I used to use an ascend 128t that I rigged up with a 360 swivel seat from a boat and the rod holders would always be in the way to turn sideways to fish at angles behind me and get in and out of the boat and having to paddle around it. Highly looking forward to landing more fish with reverse peddling having free hands

Impressive review.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Are you looking at getting an Old Town?

@davidjennings127

2 жыл бұрын

Yep,saving up for one now,they are getting hard to find since there in high demand.🐟

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidjennings127 yes, it has become a very popular hobby. And an expensive one at that 🤣 I find there is always something else I need/want to add.

Same kayak as mine and I love it. The only thing different I have on my boat is a sav-a-jake ladder step I tie to the port side handle and keep up under the seat in case of capsizing. Only had to use it once due to an accidental slip of my 85lb lab watching me unhook a fish while I was already leaning. But it makes it so easy to get back in and to flip the boat back. It is a bit heavy like you said but overall a great boat. I also have a bunch of Navarre gear as well.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

I hope I never have to experience flipping it when I am not trying to like in this video, but I can see how that would be useful. And my lab weighs 95 pounds and it can get sketchy with her out there on it, so I usually don’t bring any of my gear with me if I take her, just in case.

@jerryfaircloth

Жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass Mine only weighs 85 but it was me already leaning and her slipping that did it. It was very fast too when it did. Still had the fish on! Some of my things were not secured though and I had to go back the next day with mask and wetsuit to retrieve my glasses and a rod from the bottom. :) Love your channel

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

@@jerryfaircloth thanks so much Jerry! Glad you were able to recover your items 😁

the video is very good, tried the cano before fishing for safety when fishing. keep spirit and be patient. greetings of friendship from Indonesia 🙏🙏🙏🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Nice review. Fairly thorough. I would have liked to see you load that beast on your car roof rack by yourself though. That’s one of my areas where f concern, but I think I’ve got an option with the Yakima Showboat. Also, I think the rod holders are actually one of the better design ideas (at least in theory). Having your rods stick up in back presents at least two possible hazards. When you have to approach overhanging trees, any rods standing upright can get caught. Also, if you happen to forget your rods are behind you and wind up for a big cast, you can clip off your rod tips. With rods that run a couple hundred bucks each, that can get expensive. So I’m thinking having the rods laying horizontal in front is better. I get why you might feel you are missing out on under seat storage, but it seems like a fair trade to me. Plenty of other storage on the boat. Anyway, thanks for the review.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Loading the kayak on top of my car is probably my next video I’ll come out with (already started working on it) so make sure you subscribe to see that if you haven’t already. The rod stagers just aren’t practical for me, I much prefer them behind me in my tackle crate, and so far no issues with that. Plus I carry more than just 2 rods, and that’s all you can put in the stagers under the seat. But I get your point about the hazards, you just have to be a little more conscious of that. Thanks for watching!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Posted the Kayak loading video if you haven't checked it out yet 😀

You gotta get the floating propeller nuts, they come in pairs of 2. It makes changing out the propeller a breeze and you won't need that tool because you twist it off by hand. Plus they float so you don't have to worry about the nut sinking.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure that I will be picking more things up from Nick in the future and I will probably get that propeller nut, the tool I have cracked anyway so it's not really usable anymore.

I got mine brand new for 1500 so it was kinda a no brainer for me, but great video so I knew what to expect

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

That’s a great deal! It’s an awesome kayak!

I got the pdl120, the only problem I have is when it gets hot at the lake the haul gets swell up and cause a stiff When steering. The rudder deploy cord tighten up. Other guys said ro they have that problem too to fixed that have to open the the latch under the seat let hot air escape. Take care and good luck fishing!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Interesting, I'll have to look into that, I don't think that is the issues I've had with the rudder but it's definitely something I'll have to try.

Hi. Loved the video, my kayak comes in few days I'm still watching the videos. Thank you for such a great review, helped me alot with my decision. I would like to know if you upgraded the rudder? What type you used and how well does it work?

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dany! I have not yet upgraded the rudder, but still would like to at some point. Hope you enjoy the kayak as much as I have enjoyed mine!

well done video, you covered a lot, Im currently shopping for my first pedal drive kayak and this is one of the models that Im interested in. Im also looking at the Hobie Compass and the Wilderness Recon 120. My price range is to stay under $3000.00

@DoubleBogeyBass

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! Make sure you check Facebook marketplace I see people post kayaks on there and you can find a really good deal. Love my Old Towns!

Did not know you were from Cali, pretty amazing

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Yup!

Best review I hav seen on stability of any kayak. Most are with young guys that may weigh 180lbs. I’m 230 and 66 years old and I would feel comfortable after watching your video. Thanks for sharing I may have made decision finally on what kayak to buy. Do you have second choice for stability? Thanks again

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help with a decision, I don't think you would have anything to worry about with this kayak in terms of stability. I know the Native's and Hobie's are very stable as well, but I have never actually been in one to have a personal experience.

Love your videos. I have the same exact kayak as yours as you might notice in my thumbnail picture. I fish the costal waters of Maine and agree that this kayak can take some mighty big waves. I swear some lobster boats get a kick of seeing how big a wave we can handle with their wake. I also agree about the rudder in winds and current, can't wait to see what upgrade rudder you go with. Question, seeing and knowing we have the port side paddle holder, do you not use it because of that bungie snap? And for those built in horizontal rod holders, they are only good for transporting two rods when hauling to and from the launch. Keep up with the great videos.

@DoubleBogeyBass

9 ай бұрын

For the paddle clip if I am on a lake I will leave it clipped in. But when I’m on the Delta, where I have to use my paddle often because of the weeds/wind/current, I just find it much easier to have on my right side and not have to unclip the bungee each time. Just feel like it saves me more time to have it accessible on the double header. Still not a fan of the rudder, but I haven’t upgraded yet. There is a metal rudder that you can upgrade to, and I need to go that route. I did add the rudder bolt from Navarre and honestly I haven’t seen any difference 🫤. Thanks for checking out the video!

great video. i just bought one and can't wait to get out there and slay some fish! the only downfall i see is it seems like alot more water inside then i would like. ( pvc cap on end of seat may work)

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lisa! Which model did you get? The 120 or the 106? My wife has the 106 and hers does get a little more water in the cockpit than mine does, but it is still not very much. Honestly there is very little water in the cockpit of mine, it's never an issue. I have seen some Native kayaks that have like an inch of water in the kayak, and I don't know how people would deal with that, it would drive me crazy.

@faithoverfear70

Жыл бұрын

@@DoubleBogeyBass picked up the 120. i wanted the 106 but no stock near me for the rest of the year. i pick it up next sat. and i can't wait.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

@@faithoverfear70 You're going to love it!

That was the best review. I am the intercostal fishing waters . Use two small rails behind the seat. Cut a 2x3 , 2 1/4 inch bolt work great like trolling motor 30 pounds trolling , 100 hour lithium 12 volt battery. Usually 4.5 hour safely great power . Sure change enjoyable fish Sheepheads around o kms pedal and power. Big water very very secure kayak , 76 year old fishing guy

@DoubleBogeyBass

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Joe! Would love to fish some salt water in my kayak, just haven’t ventured into that realm yet.

Awesome review really needed this. Was trying to decide between the Bonafide P127 and the 120 but the 120 stability seems un matched

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad I could help you make the right choice 😆

Awesome review. I just picked one of these up today and can't wait to take it out. Where did you get that tray you use under the seat?

@HollowTips92

2 жыл бұрын

Nevermind I see it in the description. Thanks again for review.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

@@HollowTips92 oh good glad you found it 😁. Thanks for watching, glad you got some value out of it!

Awesome video. Man I really want this boat for my photo/video work. Paddling and running cameras is such a PITA. Need something smaller for my loan outings, the Jackson Killroy DT is just to big and heavy to handle alone with just me, a paddle and my camera.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The hands free pedaling would definitely be an advantage to what you currently have.

Awesome video! Definitely answered a lot my questions and even pointed some things out I didn't think to ask. Thank you sir. One thing though. I'm a big guy, just wondering what the most weight you think you've had in it was and how did it handle with said weight? Thanks again!

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jory! I would say that between my weight, and the weight of all my gear, I would say I have had close to 250 pounds in the kayak, and it handles just fine. I think the "usable" weight capacity is 385 and overall weight capacity is at 500.

@jorybeasley2677

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great video. I would like to see the different ways of getting the kayak up on the car. I have a 2010 RAV4 that has a roof rack, but I'm not sure which method would work best. I would also love to hear what your wife thinks about it too. Thanks.

@DoubleBogeyBass

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cynthia! That's a good idea for a video, I should do that. And I know my wife loves the kayak, but maybe I can get her to get on here and let you know her thoughts 😁

@Bogey_and_bobbins

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Cynthia. I absolutely love this kayak. Mine is the shorter one, PDL106. Pedaling is the most relaxing way to kayak. I don't fish much, I just enjoy going out on the water. I'm very comfortable in this kayak in regards to seat comfort, stability, and ease of maneuvering/steering.

I think the seat clips are designed that way bc you can take the seat and sit on it on the bank or something like that. If the clips were mounted it could get in the way of that. But I agree with you, it could still be designed better. Lol. I've been agonizing on what my first pedal drive should be and I think your video has helped me to decide on old Town. 😅 I love kayak fishing and my future beach has been so reliable. But it's uncomfortable long haul and I'd love to be hand free.

@DoubleBogeyBass

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I think they could easily come up with some removeable cap on the end to where you could still remove for a situation like that, but so far it has not been an issue for me, just a concern that I had. Glad that I could possibly help in your decision, this is a GREAT kayak!