Old Town Discovery Solo 119

[mark1j]

So I am shopping and researching fishing kayaks after posting about kayaking with a bad back. I am trying to narrow down my choices but I keep coming back and looking at this one. It looks comfortable and is light (56lbs). Watched some youtube vids and everyone was surprised how fast it would go. I need yalls opinion on this vs a sit on top style. As with any of them, I will have to sit in one before I make a decision. Help talk me out of it.

https://oldtowncanoe.johnsonoutdoors.com/kayaks/fishing/sportsman-discovery-solo-119?id=29106

 

[jkp66]

I had one for years. Loved it. Best boat like that I ever owned. Gives you tons more room than a kayak.

I never had any issue with anywhere I wanted to fish but big shoals and rapids. Then I just got out and waded it thru.

 

[jocko755]

I have a old town 158. These canoes are bullet proof. Heavy. Last a lifetime And I’d have to believe it doesn’t paddle too fast.
it’s high sides allow you to carry a lot of gear.
I would still consider this a canoe. I would look for a stable sit on top with a good seat.

 

[elfiii]

Spend just a little bit more and be really satisfied.

https://oldtowncanoe.johnsonoutdoors.com/kayaks/fishing/predator-13

 

[SASS249]

I am definitely more a canoe person than a kayak person. I like the looks of the solo 119 a lot. It is almost 30 pounds lighter than the Predator 13 and is arranged so that everything is in front of you, no twisting to get things in the rear. I have paddled and built several canoes with similar shapes and they do paddle pretty fast. I do not think you can go wrong with this one.

 

[ecoutside]

I’ve had the older version, the Guide 119, for years. Love it. Best boat I’ve ever had. Use it for hunting and fishing, I wouldn’t take anything else on the river.

PS, I’ve had them all Hobie, ocean kayak, wilderness system, etc.