Since the beginning, I’ve been a fan of the easily adjustable seating found on all Predator models (Old Town calls this the Element Seating System) and the stand-up stability of the hull.It’s been 3 years since the Predator PDL joined the lineup with a pedal-drive system that sets up instantly and goes from forward to reverse as quickly as you reverse your pedaling motion.

Old Town Predator PDL Kayak 2019 . You can buy direct from the Thanks to shared technology with trolling-motor-experts Minn-Kota (Old Town and Minn-Kota share a parent company) the PDL Drive is durable, easy to operate, and provides impressive thrust in both forward and reverse.For kayak fishermen in the Northeast who plan to fish inshore waters for striped bass, bluefish, albies, fluke, and sea bass, the Predator PDL is the top choice in the Old Town kayak lineup. It will get you to your favorite fishing spots quickly and efficiently and and the seamless forward and reverse will give you exact boat control in wind and currents. I slowed down as I came up on the edge of the flat and suddenly, 6 feet in front of the bow of the kayak, a bathtub-sized swirl appeared as a big fish spooked. The 13’2″ length and 36″ width of the Predator PDL offers the best stability for comfortable stand-up fishing I’m aware of in a kayak that can still be solo car-topped.On July 1, 2109, Old Town announced the release of a new Predator PDL with several significant upgrades. Predator PDL With forward, reverse, maneuverability and stability, you’ll experience precise boat control while your hands remain free to focus on fishing. Not only is the removable pedal drive easy to install, but shallow water docking is a breeze with the ability to tip up. An hour before sunset, I launched in a local Cape Cod harbor and pedaled along a quiet stretch of shallow water that had been holding stripers for most of June. Predator MK Boldly go where no motor has gone before. I have no idea what I could have clipped on that might have convinced them to strike, but I’ve been thinking it over all day, along with thinking about going back tonight.It’s been 6 years since the Old Town debuted the Predator 13 and established the reputation of the It’s been 3 years since the Predator PDL joined the lineup with a pedal-drive system that sets up instantly and goes from forward to reverse as quickly as you reverse your pedaling motion. At no point in the past year have I babied my Predator PDL. The Predator PDL from Old Town is the most advanced pedal powered fishing machine of its kind. Product Review: NEW Old Town Predator PDL Fishing Kayak (Updated for 2019) My first trip fishing the new, upgraded Old Town Predator PDL couldn’t have started off any better. It can handle ocean waves and cover distances with plenty of speed, despite being large enough for stand-up stability. I considered writing a review a few months ago, but I wanted to make absolutely certain that I put it in every situation imaginable before sharing my opinions. Pack,Batt Charger,Riverstick Manual Stake Out Pole,@ Carts(Regular and Beach)Fish Bag/Cooler,Paddle,LED Lights This Kayak is in great shape and ready to fish!

Plus, the PDL Drive allows for hands-free fishing, which is really the only way to go if you are serious about saltwater kayak fishing.On July 1, 2109, Old Town announced the release of a new Predator PDL with several significant upgrades. will appreciate the improved accessory plates, which now have built-in tracks for easy mounting and customizing.An internal battery case and a built-in transducer scupper make it easy to mount your favorite fishfinder.A deeper cup holder does a much better job holding the super-popular YETI Ramblers and similar tumblers, both the 20-ounce and the 32-ounce.A forward-facing flush mounted rod holder that keeps your active rig easily accessible.An updated composite rudder is lighter, easier to control, and won’t bend under stress. I’ve fished the Predator PDL a bunch of times over the past few years and what has always struck me is how efficiently the pedal drive can move the Predator hull or hold it in current. A marriage of stability and performance, the Topwater, with the Not only is the removable pedal drive easy to install, but shallow water docking is a breeze with the ability to tip up.

Thanks to shared technology with trolling-motor-experts Minn-Kota (Old Town and Minn-Kota share a parent company) the PDL Drive is durable, easy to operate, and provides impressive thrust in both forward and reverse.For kayak fishermen in the Northeast who plan to fish inshore waters for striped bass, bluefish, albies, fluke, and sea bass, the Predator PDL is the top choice in the Old Town kayak lineup. I’ve fished the Predator PDL a bunch of times over the past few years and what has always struck me is how efficiently the pedal drive can move the Predator hull or hold it in current.