I like the idea of the second channel. Doing more “shop talk” stuff, like how to videos, tackles choices, and all other gear that you use. I would hope that you would explain when and why you choose certain lures, etc. this keeps your fishing channel from getting cluttered with gear videos. Easy to find too these gear videos too. Keep up the good work, John!! I’m subscribed.
Nice, john! I remember you told me what it was a few months back. I ended up getting a Jackson Kayak Bite Angler...I'm 6'4" and about 210...so close in size. The bite has blown me away so far and I'm not sure I'm ever gonna move to a pedal yak. I have several canoe /trolling motor / jon boat options already. Love your new channel too. God Bless!
I've been pedaling around lately in my very first pedal drive kayak...a Hammerhead Kayaks Bull Shark. Same 62 lbs, at 12ft, but there are more stable boats on the market. This one's not unstable, by any means, but would benefit greatly from a slightly deeper hull design! Funny that you reviewed this one today...I just published 2 videos about the Bull Shark today, too! Stay safe!
In case there are any women looking at this kayak - Cons I can also confirm the stability when standing isn't quite as steady as I thought it would be. I also am ~220lbs but shorter. I can technically put all my weight on one foot and it will not tip the kayak but it does lean enough to make me feel like I could lose my balance. Sometimes when a fish jumps near me or I get a bite, I jump a little or jerk quickly to hook the fish, and I'm always afraid I'm going to just jump/jerk myself right off the edge of the kayak if I'm standing. (Hopefully I'm not the only one...😅). I cared more about being able to pedal and fish simultaneously than being able to stand so I'm not torn up about this. Pros As a woman, this size is manageable for me to be able to get it in and out of a truck bed with the help of a trolley so you don't have to carry all of the weight at once at any given point. I can technically carry it without but it is super awkward to do so. At 5'3" I do have to adjust the seat as far forward as it can go to reach the pedals comfortably. I actually like this model's storage organization better than the max model that was released because it puts everything pretty close to the seat which is helpful if you have shorter arm span.
I've actually been looking at this kayak for when I can upgrade to a pedal kayak. I feel like as a shorter guy this would be perfect for me to stand in and fish out of.
Well I'm gonna sale my Bonifide RS117 because I found a decent deal on an old town 106 sportsman pdl. I'm supposed to go pick it up Wednesday and hopefully everything will look good on it. It's only been used 3 times and was just bought 2 months ago. I will definitely get one of those plates for it like you use when floating creeks. 👊👍
The Bonafide P127 uses the same pedal drive system as the Native Slayer and Titans. I always felt it was a solid pedal drive system. How does the Old Town pedal drive system compare to the Native's? Which feels more powerful, comfortable and sturdy? I am looking at a Sportsman 120 as I am tall and over 200lbs.
I am 340 pounds 6'2" and have a sit on that says it holds 450 ponds and it's not that stable for fishing, I rolled it the second time out not paying attention. I would like a pedal drive but right now it's not in my budget and having some health issues keeping me out of the water (I'm bored sitting inside).
Disregarding the cost differential, would you choose pedal drive over motorized? If so, why? Also, how difficult is it to return to the launch site by peddling upstream in some of those swifter streams you fish? I'm seriously considering the Old Town Autopilot 120 as a supplement to a boat for the smaller waters where boats can't go. I'm 68 years-old. So, would motorized be more advantageous to someone my age than pedal drive?
I got the Old Town 106 with the motor but not the Autopilot. I really considered the pdl but I finally went with the motor due to the fact that I tire kind of easily these days. The only real downside is the weight, especially with the battery in place. I really need a lithium battery to save on weight. I had to rig up a winch system on a small utility trailer to pull it up from the water. Most places require you to register anything with a motor so that’s an added expense but where I live it’s a one time cost.
I like the idea of the second channel. Doing more “shop talk” stuff, like how to videos, tackles choices, and all other gear that you use. I would hope that you would explain when and why you choose certain lures, etc. this keeps your fishing channel from getting cluttered with gear videos. Easy to find too these gear videos too. Keep up the good work, John!! I’m subscribed.
Nice, john! I remember you told me what it was a few months back. I ended up getting a Jackson Kayak Bite Angler...I'm 6'4" and about 210...so close in size. The bite has blown me away so far and I'm not sure I'm ever gonna move to a pedal yak. I have several canoe /trolling motor / jon boat options already. Love your new channel too. God Bless!
I've been pedaling around lately in my very first pedal drive kayak...a Hammerhead Kayaks Bull Shark. Same 62 lbs, at 12ft, but there are more stable boats on the market. This one's not unstable, by any means, but would benefit greatly from a slightly deeper hull design! Funny that you reviewed this one today...I just published 2 videos about the Bull Shark today, too! Stay safe!
Gotta love the fight 💪 of those white bass
In case there are any women looking at this kayak -
Cons
I can also confirm the stability when standing isn't quite as steady as I thought it would be. I also am ~220lbs but shorter. I can technically put all my weight on one foot and it will not tip the kayak but it does lean enough to make me feel like I could lose my balance. Sometimes when a fish jumps near me or I get a bite, I jump a little or jerk quickly to hook the fish, and I'm always afraid I'm going to just jump/jerk myself right off the edge of the kayak if I'm standing. (Hopefully I'm not the only one...😅). I cared more about being able to pedal and fish simultaneously than being able to stand so I'm not torn up about this.
Pros
As a woman, this size is manageable for me to be able to get it in and out of a truck bed with the help of a trolley so you don't have to carry all of the weight at once at any given point. I can technically carry it without but it is super awkward to do so. At 5'3" I do have to adjust the seat as far forward as it can go to reach the pedals comfortably. I actually like this model's storage organization better than the max model that was released because it puts everything pretty close to the seat which is helpful if you have shorter arm span.
Thank you for sharing the review. Looks like a nice kayak for smaller people for sure. Well done sir.
I've actually been looking at this kayak for when I can upgrade to a pedal kayak. I feel like as a shorter guy this would be perfect for me to stand in and fish out of.
Well I'm gonna sale my Bonifide RS117 because I found a decent deal on an old town 106 sportsman pdl. I'm supposed to go pick it up Wednesday and hopefully everything will look good on it. It's only been used 3 times and was just bought 2 months ago. I will definitely get one of those plates for it like you use when floating creeks. 👊👍
Great video mister John love your videos keep up the good work and go catch some more big ones for us and stay safe
Is that the one i used on our Fall Creek Falls trip 🤔 I really liked it
The Bonafide P127 uses the same pedal drive system as the Native Slayer and Titans. I always felt it was a solid pedal drive system. How does the Old Town pedal drive system compare to the Native's? Which feels more powerful, comfortable and sturdy? I am looking at a Sportsman 120 as I am tall and over 200lbs.
I sold mine bc it really bothered my leg that I broke a couple years ago. Lots of people love them though.
I am 340 pounds 6'2" and have a sit on that says it holds 450 ponds and it's not that stable for fishing, I rolled it the second time out not paying attention. I would like a pedal drive but right now it's not in my budget and having some health issues keeping me out of the water (I'm bored sitting inside).
let me know when you sell it, John! :-) Be a great reason to go back to Tennessee again! :-)
oh man, sold it sunday
Disregarding the cost differential, would you choose pedal drive over motorized? If so, why? Also, how difficult is it to return to the launch site by peddling upstream in some of those swifter streams you fish? I'm seriously considering the Old Town Autopilot 120 as a supplement to a boat for the smaller waters where boats can't go. I'm 68 years-old. So, would motorized be more advantageous to someone my age than pedal drive?
I got the Old Town 106 with the motor but not the Autopilot. I really considered the pdl but I finally went with the motor due to the fact that I tire kind of easily these days. The only real downside is the weight, especially with the battery in place. I really need a lithium battery to save on weight. I had to rig up a winch system on a small utility trailer to pull it up from the water. Most places require you to register anything with a motor so that’s an added expense but where I live it’s a one time cost.
Battery runs out and its heavy.
How’s the drifting on the slayer and back swing? Main reason I want a pdl. Coming from bonafide ss127
The ole town Kayak like you have cost 2500$ which is only a couple hundred more, that's not much more for something way more stable!👍
nice
I'm torn between Old Town and a Native they both look nice . Slayer is on sale now for 500$ less great deal 🤔
where at?
@@asianangler in Canada here 👍
Ill exchange a 12 foot Jon boat for it
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Where's the Bible verse at the end of the video? There's no good reason to leave it out bro. 😲
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