I absolutely adore my 106… it’s the perfect size, and has everything I need. Just caught my personal best Redfish, Black Drum, and Sea Trout last weekend! Wouldn’t trade my Kayak for anything! Great video! Thanks!

I personally got myself this exact yak about 6 weeks ago, watched your initial review now watching this. By far one of the best tools I've gotten my hands on for fishing. And it's even better at least here in Illinois not having to worry about stickers registration year to year. Glad to see you're still enjoying this boat a year later, as I hope to enjoy mine for the years to come. Good luck out there!

Close to 66 and have the same truck as you so your videos were the final straw that made me decide this is the best choice. I have been changing my mind from one to another and thinking that I needed the 120 but seeing how stable it is for your I think the added length and weight would make it harder to transport and lift for no much gain. I especially like your review because it is not from someone with some vested interest in their review. Sure there are a few out there that are similar but it is clear that you use it often enough that even simple problems would be annoying enough for you to mention them. Thanks for you honest and comprehensive review. I guess Old town will thank you too because in a few days I am going to be ordering one. I just wish they had a color that was more hunting friendly as I hope this is usable for duck season.

Heyo Gramps! Thanks for the run down!

It seems like we have the same reasons that drew us to the old town. Glad the old girl is still performing for you! Look forward to see what you have in store next!!

SUPER REVIEW, YOU DID THE OLD TOWN PROUD! I love how you ♥ the Old Town. I 💘 my Old Town Sportsman 106 too. My is the paddle only version and frankly I feel that the paddle only 106 versions don't get enough love in the fishing world. I originally wanted and went to buy a PDL version but realized that the PDL was overkill for my simple, very basic fishing needs. I'm glad I saved the extra dollars and stocked up on LEW'S Combos and other gear. At 70ish, I'll maybe upgrade to a PDL, THEY ARE AWESOME, but not anytime soon. BTW, Your LEW'S MACH CRUSH SPINCASTER Combo, got that! It's a great Combo and it's my SPINCASTER of choice. The rest of my fishing arsenal are BAITCASTERS. I have stayed exclusively with LEW'S for years now. TIGHT LINES!

Hey Gramps, love this video! I was on the fence about buying this size kayak because of my weight, but after listening to this video, I feel more comfortable about it! Thanks!!

Down 40 pounds in 12 months with 'fishercise' - you need an infomercial...the Old Town PDL plan! Congrats on that, btw. I saved your vids. Decades of paddling and fishing from canoes and kayaks have developed so many little tricks o rarely think about it... but I may still end up with this boat soon. Thanks for your vids...I enjoy your style, easy subscribe for me.

Thank you for the video. What you said about the pedal drive motion is exactly my feelings. The “bicycle style” looks so much more comfortable for me anyway

You changed my mind on the 106 pdl, awesome review

Bought mine today. Can't wait to get it. I'll be using it for mostly inshore fishing.

Great review! I am getting my 106 pdl @ April. Found your channel reviewing pdls alot of good info on it. Love the chatterbait series. In your neck of the woods Chandler.

Just found your channel and thank you for making my mind up on what yak I was going to buy I too am a big fella and the way you make it look is awesome and the yak looks easy to drive and all the upgrades it's a no brainer.I miss fishing so much but this will get me back on the water thanks again and happy fishing.

I'm really digging these 1yr reviews. This is a great idea as most reviews are fresh out of the package with no battle stories. Sweet yak. Lower back problems are awful. I blew my back out in my mid 30s. Had to have surgery and that was zero fun.

Awesome kayak gramps. Can't wait to see the trailer when your done with it. I've been thinking about getting me a kayak and after watching this I just might get one even sooner

Very good video. I am thinking about getting one. Appreciate your in depth review and possible upgrades for the new trailer and season.

I'm sold! Gonna pull the trigger on this, thanks brother!

Great video, Thanks for sharing. Love the sound effects on the hooksets 😂

Great stuff Gramps 🍻😎

I wish they had demo place to try one I would love to see if I could set for a long time in one . Before I buy one

Awesome review gramps🔥I’ve been thinking about getting a kayak 🤔

Now to get hubby to watch and think harder about it for me. Cross fingers!

At bow I have a Newport 36 lbs trolling motor with AutoBoat GPS adapter $625 Newport $265 starboard $45 SS bolts , Gulf coast ,inter coastal waters

I still have mine. I think I’m going to rig it for river fishing.

I purchased this over the summer and have been waiting for it to arrive. How is your fish tinder mounted? Also what upgrades have you already made or recommend? Thank you, as always great video.

Thanks for the great review! 'm still torn between the 106, and 120 version of this yak. Are you at Monroe by chance here?

That cast and switch is killing me, cast right handed crank left ?

The most important question I have is, does it negatively affect your twin's while pedaling in the seated position? Or do you sit high enough that it is a none issue? Thanks!

Nice! I want one of these kayaks, I need to know more about the trailer.

I have a great little box trailer . Kayak Wow

I have a bad back... worked on cars for decades. I can lift but I dont want something thats really heavy. Ive looked around and cannot find the spec of how much it weights. If it's 80lbs I would be fine after a long day of work....drop in and fish till dark but the end of the day... I don't know if I wanna try to load something that's 120lbs. It looks heavy ever for a kayak.

Nice job w/ the video 👍

oldtown needs to have you do a review on the latest and greatest one they make ........ #oldtownkayak

Great review! I’m still waiting on this exact kayak. While I’ve been waiting, I’ve been purchasing upgrades from Navarre. A LOT of great stuff from them. Just curious… did you need seat risers for the old town seat? I was thinking of going with the 2 inch rear ones to level out the seat? Would that work?

You mentioned you didnt stand in the kayak because of your bad knee. Have you done any standing fishing in it. Is it stable enought to stand and fish for you?

Any issues with your feet and butt getting wet? Do these let a lot of water in for someone your size?

Just subscribed

Whats your brake and tension settings on the mach crush? I had braid on for awhile casting fine then switched to fluro and now bird next at max brakes HELp

Haven't decided between this one or the 120 but I'm leaning towards the 120. I know it's pedal driven but, I still want a paddle with me in case my knees get tired. is there a place to put 2 paddle holder snaps near the accessory mounting bars or does it come with a built in holder?

When you back peddle do you feel it cranks different? Like it is not as smooth or thumping when cranking backwards?

What is the website that u said had accessories for the old town? I can’t really understand it in the video

Can you load the kayak onto the decked system. I just put one in and don’t have a trailer.

Question: Where did you get the trailer?

Do you use straight fluorocarbon or is that braid? Your casts are very long.

How tall are you? I’m 5’6” we are about same weight. Curious about reaching pedals

How does it perform in grass and weeds ?

Can you put rods in the front hatch

Was there a reason you went with 106 over 120? I'm a bigger guy debating between those 2

What is your trailer?

Im 230lbs Do you think this kayak can handle a big boy like me😊

I like fishing, but kayak's just look like a workout I'm not ready for.

Spent so much time with trailer, lost interest.

Thanks for the good video. I just sent you a message on FB Messenger. I hope you get it.