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The Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota motorized kayak is simple and intuitive, getting you on the fish faster in a compact, low-profile kayak you can car top.
You can expect premium seating for all day comfort! Added dual-layer Textilene is durable, UV resistant and easy to clean. A mid-layer of 3D mesh adds comfort without inhibiting Textilene’s natural breathability.
Who is the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota best suited to?
The Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota is a compact motorized fishing kayak, suited to anglers who want motor power without a long platform.
It is 10 ft 6 in long and 37 in wide, weighs 121 lb assembled and carries 515 lb, which is more usable capacity than the 12 ft AutoPilot 120 despite the shorter hull.
Steering is by foot braces and a powerboat-style throttle, so both hands stay on the rod.
How much weight can the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota carry?
The Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota is rated at 638 lb total and 515 lb usable.
Usable capacity is what is left for you, tackle and electronics after the boat itself, which is 121 lb assembled. That figure already covers the motor console, the battery box and the seat, so none of those come off again.
The battery is bought separately and is not in either figure, so count it as part of your load.
How is the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota powered and does a battery come with it?
The Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota is driven by an integrated 45 lb thrust, 12V, saltwater-ready Minn Kota motor, and no battery is supplied with the kayak.
The battery box takes a group 27 battery, 12 by 7 by 9 inches or smaller. The battery must be 12V and able to continuously discharge at least 50 amps, with 100 amp-hours or more recommended.
No verified runtime is available for this model, so actual range will depend on the battery, load, conditions and throttle use.
Sealed lead-acid, AGM and lithium all qualify, and the Old Town battery support page sets out the detail.
Does the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota have Spot-Lock or i-Pilot?
No, the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota has neither Spot-Lock nor i-Pilot, and it carries no GPS and no remote control.
Its motor is controlled by a powerboat-style throttle beside the seat with a built-in battery meter, and steering comes from the foot-brace rudder.
Those features belong to the Sportsman AutoPilot 120 and AutoPilot 136, which are the GPS-equipped models in the range. Do not assume the two systems are interchangeable.
Can the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota still be paddled if the battery dies?
Yes, the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota can be paddled, and a paddle belongs aboard on every trip as the backup.
At 121 lb assembled and 37 in wide, paddling a motorized kayak of this weight and beam takes more effort than paddling a lighter paddle kayak.
Watching the throttle battery meter and keeping some charge in reserve is the better plan.
What registration requirements apply to the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota?
The Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota may require registration because it has motorized propulsion.
Requirements can also differ for trailered and cartopped craft, so ask about both if you tow. Registration, numbering, education, equipment and operating requirements vary by state and can change.
Check the current rules with the boating authority for every state where the kayak will be operated. The U.S. Coast Guard state boating law directory lists them.
Can the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota be used in saltwater?
Yes, the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota uses a saltwater-ready Minn Kota motor and is suitable for inshore salt fishing.
Rinse the hull, the motor console, the propeller and every wiring connection with fresh water at the end of the day, then dry them.
Pull the battery out, clean the terminals and check the propeller for line before it goes away.
How is the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota transported and stored?
Strip the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota before moving it: the battery, the motor console, the battery box and the 6 lb seat all come out of a 121 lb assembled boat.
Roof loading is limited by the lowest of your vehicle roof rating, crossbar rating and rack rating, so confirm all three.
How practical the lift is depends on your vehicle height and your own strength. A cart or trailer removes the problem.
What warranty applies to the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota?
Coverage on the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota is split by component and no single period applies to the whole kayak.
The hull and deck carry limited lifetime coverage for the original retail purchaser. The electric motor drive system is covered for two years. Accessories such as paddles and life jackets are covered for one year, and a separately bought battery is covered by its own manufacturer. Coverage runs from the original purchase date and does not transfer.
Claims begin with Old Town or the relevant manufacturer, under the Old Town warranty terms.
How should the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota be looked after?
Rinse the Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota, the motor console and the propeller after every trip and clear any line from the prop.
Recharge the battery after use rather than leaving it discharged, and keep the terminals and plugs clean and dry.
Store the hull shaded and evenly supported. Old Town’s motor warranty covers use of the standard and weedless props, so fit a replacement of the correct type if you damage one.
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