I have an angler kayak already. I was going to purchase the Journey 14 touring kayak, but after watching this video... I am going to have to purchase this Old Town Loon 126! It's a very nice kayak from the looks of it & a great video too!
+Kelly Tombaugh I don't think you could go wrong with that decision at all! I am very happy with it. Thanks for the comments and I appreciate you watching!
you can get the non angler and save yourself 100 bucks or so if you dont need it. But this will probably be a nice fishing kayak for days you dont wanna lug a 100 lb sit on top if you have that type lol.
Pretty area!!! I have been meaning to get a kayak, have only kayaked once, loved it. I think going down a river and camping along they way would be a lot of fun. I think you made a great choice on the kayak...lots of features!! Thanks for sharing
It is a nice area and nice that it is so close to where I live. I just wish it has some woods to play in as well. I have indeed caught the kayaking bug, lol. Let me know if you get one maybe we can get out together. Thanks for watching!
Hey outdoor Wanderer, nice video. I really like your loon. Very nice looking. How about a video update on it. Things you like, things you don't like, especially since you've done your river trip. I've seen the video of that as well great fun. I myself am trying to decide on a fishing kayak for myself, but there are no dealers for any fishing kayaks at all within 800 miles of me. Do you think that boat would be a good choice for a guy close to 6ft and 265lbs plus a bit if fishing gear. I y fish most of the time but I use spin Ger as well. It's windy and cold here, so I kinda like the idea of a sit in to help keep me warm and protected from the elements. I don't river fish, it's all lakes and ponds for me. Let me know if you think the loon 126 angler would be a good boat for my size and fishing conditions. Thanks buddy. Enjoy the boat ya lucky dog, lol. Oh, make some more kayak vids, love em. Been waiting to see if you put any new ones up, but you haven't. Thanks again and have fun and be safe out there!!
Thanks for watching and the kind words. I will try and do an update video on the yak. I love it, but as with anything, there are a couple of things I would like to see different if I was to design it myself. As for it fitting the needs for you, only you can decide that. I would hate to tell you it would be great, and you not like it. That being said, I am 5'11'' and weigh 220. I probably had 70 pounds or so of gear on the river trip. It sat fine in the water. I think as far as weight and leg room, you should be more that fine with what you described as your intended use. I think it would fit your needs. Again, I appreciate you comments and wish you luck on your search for a new yak. They are loads of fun! I will try and get some more videos up. Take care!!
Yes, I still have it and love it. I have done many many river miles as well as time on lakes. It has held up extremely well and has met all of my needs. Thanks for watching...take care.
@@OutdoorWanderer1 thank you for replying. I’m most likely going to get one very soon after many weeks of research. This is a very big purchase for me so I wanted to ensure I get something I’ll enjoy. Thank you again.
I looked at the boat Saturday. In my mind the 12 was wanted but the 10 is very large to sit in an can hold alot of gear. I think 2 weeks of gear easy. I'm sold on the 10ft. better for me all around. river lake or intercoastal.
Glad to hear you are looking to get out on the water. You can't go wrong with Old Town, the quality is there for sure. Everyone's needs are different, the only thing I would say to consider is, the 10ft has a max wt capacity of 325 pounds, and the 12ft is 450. Depending on how big a person is, you may have plenty of "room" for gear, but weight is a consideration as well. Also, depending on what type of water you will be navigating, the 12ft will obviously track better and be more stable in rough water. As I stated in the video, my first kayak was a 10ft and I felt I needed to upgrade to a larger one. Just food for thought to maybe help you in deciding. I hope you get what will best fit your needs, and you are happy with it. The biggest thing is to get out there and enjoy nature. Good luck to you, thanks for watching and commenting, and take care :)
have you done any mods since you have had it a few months now? I just bought my self one for my 50th birthday in the urban camo pattern and I should of bought one much sooner. trying to figure out where to mount a fish finder , any thoughts on this? great video btw
+Curtis McCoy I haven't really felt the need to mod anything yet. It is pretty well already set up, for my needs. I added a camera mount to the rail and that's been it. Good luck with yours, I hope you enjoy it as much as I have mine. Thanks for watching!
I would say it would depend on the size of your gear. A down bag that can compress down would work, but a bulky synthetic bag wouldn't be ideal. I also backpack, so most of my gear is smaller and lighter, so I manage fine for multi day trips. I put my tent in a dry bag right behind the seat and top quilt, sleep pad, cook gear and food, spare clothes, misc. items all in the dry hatch. Good luck on your purchase!
A kayak's tracking quality is inherent in the ratio of the length to width of the craft. It matters not what brand. A 12.5 foot WS Pungo would have the same inherent tracking qualities. Look at how narrow the racing shells are, related to their very long length. So, to gain more tracking abilities buy a craft that is longer. But it's all a trade-off; i.e. the longer it is the heavier it is. One way around this might be a modified J-stroke, paddling from one side only. Angle the blade slightly outward. Then, toward the end of the back-sweep, push the blade away from the hull. Takes practice.
Seems like it sits pretty low in the water and you don't seem to be a big buy, and me at 275pds, do you think this would good? I was looking at this boat due to the capacity but am a bit worried now? Thanks
I would say that as long as your body weight plus gear doesn't exceed the max weight listed for the boat, then you would be fine. It sits a little lower than some, but that doesn't change much with added weight. I currently weigh 220 and have had easily in excess of 100 pounds of gear and not had any problems at all. Hope that helps and good luck in your search. Take care.
+the wonderingelectrician That seat is very nice. I have had back surgery and being able to make multiple adjustments is really helpful. I am getting ready to do 125 miles on the Buffalo River the end of April. Check back for a videos on that trip. I'm really looking forward to it! I'll check out your channel, and thanks for watching. Take care!
I have an angler kayak already. I was going to purchase the Journey 14 touring kayak, but after watching this video... I am going to have to purchase this Old Town Loon 126! It's a very nice kayak from the looks of it & a great video too!
+Kelly Tombaugh I don't think you could go wrong with that decision at all! I am very happy with it. Thanks for the comments and I appreciate you watching!
you can get the non angler and save yourself 100 bucks or so if you dont need it. But this will probably be a nice fishing kayak for days you dont wanna lug a 100 lb sit on top if you have that type lol.
I subscribed :). I like this kayak and your presentation. Thank you.
Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.
Just an excellent video my friend, you are just a natural behind the camera too!
Can't wait to see this boat!
+The Bearded Burton Thank you for the kind words! I appreciate you watching.
Nice boat!!! Can't wait to get out in the water with ya!
+Rocky Hollow Thanks. We will have to make that happen for sure!
Pretty area!!! I have been meaning to get a kayak, have only kayaked once, loved it. I think going down a river and camping along they way would be a lot of fun.
I think you made a great choice on the kayak...lots of features!!
Thanks for sharing
It is a nice area and nice that it is so close to where I live. I just wish it has some woods to play in as well. I have indeed caught the kayaking bug, lol. Let me know if you get one maybe we can get out together. Thanks for watching!
That would be cool for sure!! I had plans for one this year, just did not happen. I sent you a PM on that skillett
Wow. Now that's a nice yak. Awesome choice
+Survive Without Thanks. I think I'm going to really like it. Thanks for watching.
Hey outdoor Wanderer, nice video. I really like your loon. Very nice looking. How about a video update on it. Things you like, things you don't like, especially since you've done your river trip. I've seen the video of that as well great fun. I myself am trying to decide on a fishing kayak for myself, but there are no dealers for any fishing kayaks at all within 800 miles of me. Do you think that boat would be a good choice for a guy close to 6ft and 265lbs plus a bit if fishing gear. I y fish most of the time but I use spin Ger as well. It's windy and cold here, so I kinda like the idea of a sit in to help keep me warm and protected from the elements. I don't river fish, it's all lakes and ponds for me. Let me know if you think the loon 126 angler would be a good boat for my size and fishing conditions. Thanks buddy. Enjoy the boat ya lucky dog, lol.
Oh, make some more kayak vids, love em. Been waiting to see if you put any new ones up, but you haven't. Thanks again and have fun and be safe out there!!
Thanks for watching and the kind words. I will try and do an update video on the yak. I love it, but as with anything, there are a couple of things I would like to see different if I was to design it myself. As for it fitting the needs for you, only you can decide that. I would hate to tell you it would be great, and you not like it. That being said, I am 5'11'' and weigh 220. I probably had 70 pounds or so of gear on the river trip. It sat fine in the water. I think as far as weight and leg room, you should be more that fine with what you described as your intended use. I think it would fit your needs. Again, I appreciate you comments and wish you luck on your search for a new yak. They are loads of fun! I will try and get some more videos up. Take care!!
Nice kayak! Great review and description!
+Todd Wittenmyer thank you, I think I'm gong to really enjoy it. I appreciate you watching.
Pretty informative review overall. Looking at a few Sit in kayaks to use for fishing. I did get a lot of useful information .
I'm glad you found it beneficial. I appreciate you watching and for the kind words. Take care!
Nice Kayak. Im looking at a few myself.
Depending on what you are wanting to do with it, you can't go wrong with Old Town. I have been impressed with the quality. Thanks for stopping by 😀
Great overview video. It is nearly 7 years later, are you still using this kayak and if so how has it held up?
Yes, I still have it and love it. I have done many many river miles as well as time on lakes. It has held up extremely well and has met all of my needs. Thanks for watching...take care.
@@OutdoorWanderer1 thank you for replying. I’m most likely going to get one very soon after many weeks of research. This is a very big purchase for me so I wanted to ensure I get something I’ll enjoy. Thank you again.
nice cayak! it looks great!
+Turbro Thanks man, I am really happy with it. Thanks for the comments!
I looked at the boat Saturday. In my mind the 12 was wanted but the 10 is very large to sit in an can hold alot of gear. I think 2 weeks of gear easy. I'm sold on the 10ft. better for me all around. river lake or intercoastal.
Glad to hear you are looking to get out on the water. You can't go wrong with Old Town, the quality is there for sure. Everyone's needs are different, the only thing I would say to consider is, the 10ft has a max wt capacity of 325 pounds, and the 12ft is 450. Depending on how big a person is, you may have plenty of "room" for gear, but weight is a consideration as well. Also, depending on what type of water you will be navigating, the 12ft will obviously track better and be more stable in rough water. As I stated in the video, my first kayak was a 10ft and I felt I needed to upgrade to a larger one. Just food for thought to maybe help you in deciding. I hope you get what will best fit your needs, and you are happy with it. The biggest thing is to get out there and enjoy nature. Good luck to you, thanks for watching and commenting, and take care :)
have you done any mods since you have had it a few months now? I just bought my self one for my 50th birthday in the urban camo pattern and I should of bought one much sooner. trying to figure out where to mount a fish finder , any thoughts on this? great video btw
+Curtis McCoy I haven't really felt the need to mod anything yet. It is pretty well already set up, for my needs. I added a camera mount to the rail and that's been it. Good luck with yours, I hope you enjoy it as much as I have mine. Thanks for watching!
Is the stern bulkhead big enough for sleeping bag, cook kit and other gear for an overnight? I'm close to purchasing this one.
Thanks!!
I would say it would depend on the size of your gear. A down bag that can compress down would work, but a bulky synthetic bag wouldn't be ideal. I also backpack, so most of my gear is smaller and lighter, so I manage fine for multi day trips. I put my tent in a dry bag right behind the seat and top quilt, sleep pad, cook gear and food, spare clothes, misc. items all in the dry hatch. Good luck on your purchase!
Dosen't seem to track very well, with every stroke the back of the kayak is moving left or right
A kayak's tracking quality is inherent in the ratio of the length to width of the craft. It matters not what brand. A 12.5 foot WS Pungo would have the same inherent tracking qualities. Look at how narrow the racing shells are, related to their very long length. So, to gain more tracking abilities buy a craft that is longer. But it's all a trade-off; i.e. the longer it is the heavier it is.
One way around this might be a modified J-stroke, paddling from one side only. Angle the blade slightly outward. Then, toward the end of the back-sweep, push the blade away from the hull. Takes practice.
Seems like it sits pretty low in the water and you don't seem to be a big buy, and me at 275pds, do you think this would good? I was looking at this boat due to the capacity but am a bit worried now? Thanks
I would say that as long as your body weight plus gear doesn't exceed the max weight listed for the boat, then you would be fine. It sits a little lower than some, but that doesn't change much with added weight. I currently weigh 220 and have had easily in excess of 100 pounds of gear and not had any problems at all. Hope that helps and good luck in your search. Take care.
@@OutdoorWanderer1 I would have barely any gear so maybe 300pds once you add clothes, PFD, paddle etc. Thanks for the reply!
Thanks.
I hope you found it useful. Thanks for watching!
nice loon. i have the old town loon 111. sure wish my seat was that nice. you can check out mine in my videos. Kayaking is extremely addictive.
+the wonderingelectrician That seat is very nice. I have had back surgery and being able to make multiple adjustments is really helpful. I am getting ready to do 125 miles on the Buffalo River the end of April. Check back for a videos on that trip. I'm really looking forward to it! I'll check out your channel, and thanks for watching. Take care!
125 miles! thats the adventure I need. good luck and have a blast , I'll sub so i wont miss that.