2026 Sportsman PDL 106 Fishing Kayak

The brand new 2026 Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 pedal kayak has already gained traction among all kayak fishing enthusiasts. This dream kayak is sure to be the “go-to” PDL kayak for many years to come.

At a length of just under 11 feet and weighing under 80 pounds, the Sportsman 106 PDL can be brought to any body of water quickly and easily. This fishing kayak provides hands-free fishing in a performance kayak that’s easy to maneuver and light enough to car top. With instant forward and reverse, the award-winning PDL Drive is the most reliable and easy-to-use pedal drive on the market.

Sportsman PDL 106 Specs

• Activity: Fishing, Hunting
• Style: Sit-on-Top
• Number of Paddlers: 1
• Propulsion: Pedal
• Material: Single Layer Polyethylene
• Length: 10′ 6″ | 3.2 m
• Width: 36 in | 91.4 cm
• Weight: 107 lbs
• Hatch: Bow
• Total Boat Capacity: 450 pounds
• Assembled Hull: 83 pounds
• Pedal Console: 18 pounds
• Usable capacity for people and gear: 343 pounds

Sportsman PDL 106 Fishing Kayak Features

• Ultra-stable DoubleU Hull glides quietly through water while providing a stable and comfortable stand-up fishing platform
• Low maintenance PDL Drive with patented easy-docking system for pain-free launch and landing. Covered by industry’s first-in-class 5 year warranty
• Superior seat design has great lumbar support and is adjusted to accommodate leg length on a shuttle track. The mesh cover provides ventilation and drainage to keep you dry.

• One forward-facing and two rear-facing flush mounted rod holders are there when you want them, and out-of-the-way when you don’t
• Non-slip EVA foam deck pads provide traction and stand-up comfort
• Rod and tackle management is made easier by the oversized tank well in the stern, storage under the seat and side pockets just below the accessory tracks. Dedicated horizontal rod storage for quick access.
• PDL Drive and Seat are removable for easy transport and storage

• Two 18″ tracks on the forward hull provide easy on/off accessory mounting
• Dry storage for additional gear in the sealed bow hatch
• Cup holder for your favorite beverage
• Universal transducer mounting system allows for quicker installation of your fish finder
• A clip on the side of the hull secures your backup paddle, out of the way unless you need it
• Custom tackle box included.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106

Who is the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 best suited to?

The Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 suits anglers who want hands-free pedal power in a compact hull rather than a long one.

It is 10 ft 6 in long, 36 in wide and 107 lb assembled, and it carries 343 lb of angler and gear.

Shorter hulls can be useful on tighter water, while longer hulls generally hold a line better over distance. Conditions, load and experience affect both.

How much weight can the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 carry?

The Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 is rated at 450 lb total and 343 lb usable.

Usable capacity is the total minus the 107 lb assembled boat, which is already the 83 lb hull plus the 18 lb pedal console and the 6 lb seat. Do not deduct those a second time.

That is 41 lb less than the 12 ft Sportsman PDL 120 carries, so check a heavy rig against it.

How does the PDL Drive on the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 work?

The Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 uses the PDL Drive, a propeller unit turned by your legs with instant forward and reverse and no gear shift.

It is purely mechanical, so nothing charges and nothing runs flat, and the 18 lb console lifts out of its well.

An ePDL+ RetroFit is available for this model, adding power assist with its own 36V 6.5Ah battery and separate runtime figures. Our pedal-drive comparison guide covers the pedal systems.

Can the drive be removed from the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 for shallow water?

Yes, the 18 lb pedal console on the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 lifts out of its well, which is how you deal with shallows, weed and loading.

No minimum operating depth is published for this model, so we will not invent one. Judge it on the water and pull the drive before the propeller can touch bottom.

Clear line and weed from the prop at the end of the day.

Can the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 be paddled as well as pedaled?

Yes, and a paddle should be aboard the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 on every trip.

Shallows, timber and thick weed are exactly where the drive comes out and the paddle takes over, and it is your backup if the propeller fouls.

No paddle is included with the kayak, and no life jacket either. Size a paddle against the 36 in beam rather than buying by price.

Can the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 be used in saltwater?

Yes, the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 can be fished in saltwater, and its PDL Drive is a saltwater-ready design.

Rinse the hull, the drive and the propeller with fresh water at the end of every salt trip, working the drive through its range while you rinse.

Let it dry before storage, and give any hardware you have added yourself the same attention.

How is the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 transported and stored?

Take the 18 lb pedal console and 6 lb seat out of the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 first, leaving an 83 lb hull from 107 lb assembled.

Roof capability is decided by the lowest of your vehicle roof rating, crossbar rating and rack rating, so confirm all three. A kayak cart covers the walk from the car.

Store it shaded and evenly supported.

What warranty applies to the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106?

Coverage on the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 is split by component and the periods differ.

The hull and deck carry limited lifetime coverage for the original retail purchaser. The PDL Drive is covered for five years. Accessories such as paddles and life jackets are covered for one year, and coverage does not transfer to a second owner.

Claims begin with Old Town or the applicable component manufacturer, under the Old Town warranty terms.

How should the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 be looked after?

Rinse the Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 and its drive after every trip, and inspect the propeller, drive shaft and metal fittings, especially after saltwater exposure.

Clear any line or weed from the propeller before the drive goes back into its well.

Store the hull shaded and evenly supported rather than resting on one hard point.

Still have questions? Message our Chat, call us at 844-987-5777 or email [email protected]. Shipping, delivery and other questions can be answered on our FAQs page.

Your Satisfaction with Old Town Kayaks is Guaranteed:

• Manufactured and Assembled in the USA
• Lifetime Warranty: The hull and deck of any Old Town watercraft are covered for the lifetime of the boat from the consumers original purchase date
• 1 Year Accessories Warranty: Including Paddles & Life Jackets Warranty coverage is (1) one year from consumers original purchase date.
• Free Shipping and Lowest Price Guaranteed
• 5-Year PDL warranty: Our award-winning PDL Drive is backed by a 5 Year limited warranty. This warranty covers material defects in workmanship and materials on the PDL Drive for a period of five years from date of purchase. Please contact customer service for all warranty claimes related to the PDL Drive.
• *Colors may vary slightly from those shown as each kayak that we produce is unique. Logo may arrive in white or black. Variations in color are not covered by warranty.