Fishing Gear: Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota
Read up on the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota
April 01, 2023
By Thomas Allen
Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota
Description and Application: The Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota motorized kayak is simple and intuitive, getting you on the fish faster in a compact, low-profile kayak you can car top. Powered by a 45-pound thrust 12V saltwater-ready Minn Kota motor that gets you effortlessly there and back. It features a powerboat-style throttle for intuitive forward and reverse, a built-in battery meter and runs on both lead-acid and lithium batteries. The motor combines with foot-brace steering for truly hands-free fishing and exceptional maneuverability. The boat comes standard with premium seating for all-day comfort, durable dual-layer textilene is UV resistant and easy to clean. A mid-layer of 3D mesh adds comfort without inhibiting Textilene's natural breathability and its removable for transport. Four 18-inch tracks enable easy on/off mounting of accessories in countless configurations.
Staff Perspective: I have spent many hours in this boat, and I can assure you it’s fast, stable and offers a fantastic fishing platform. Not only is the drive system innovative and intuitive, but it’s reliable and pretty darn quick—it turns on a dime when the foot braces work with the rudder—be careful though, you can turn too fast if you’re not paying attention. I like the fact that this rig was built by anglers with hardcore anglers in mind—it shows it throughout. It comes in two colors.
Cost: $3,349.99
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Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota