2026 Sportsman PDL 120 Fishing Kayak

The Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 pedal kayak provides a hands-free fishing experience in a performance kayak that’s both nimble and stable.

The Sportsman 120 PDL takes the well known Topwater 120 and adds an upgraded seat, with instant forward and reverse, the award-winning PDL Drive is the most reliable and easy-to-use pedal drive on the market.

The 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

Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 Specs

• Activity: Fishing, Hunting
• Style: Sit-on-Top
• Number of Paddlers: 1
• Propulsion: Pedal
• Material: Single Layer Polyethylene
• Length: 12′ | 3.7 m
• Width: 36 in | 91.4 cm
• Weight: 116 lbs
• Hatch: Bow
• Total Boat Capacity: 500 pounds
• Assembled Hull: 91 pounds
• Pedal Console: 19 pounds
• Usable capacity for people and gear: 384 pounds

Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 Features

• Ultra-stable DoubleU Hull glides quietly through water while providing a stable and comfortable stand-up fishing platform
• 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.
• Two 18″ tracks on the forward hull provide easy on/off accessory mounting

• 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.
• Dry storage for additional gear in the sealed bow hatch
• Cup holder for your favorite beverage
• Custom tackle box included

• Universal transducer mounting system allows for quicker installation of your fish finder
• 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
• A clip on the side of the hull secures your backup paddle, out of the way unless you need it
• PDL Drive and Seat are removable for easy transport and storage

Frequently Asked Questions About the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120

Who is the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 best suited to?

The Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 suits anglers who want a pedal fishing kayak that covers open water efficiently rather than one built for tight creeks.

It is 12 ft long, 36 in wide and 116 lb assembled, carrying 384 lb of angler and gear.

The extra 18 in over the PDL 106 comes with 41 lb more usable capacity, at the cost of 9 lb more boat to move.

How much weight can the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 carry?

The Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 is rated at 500 lb total and 384 lb usable.

Usable capacity is the total minus the 116 lb assembled boat, which already includes the 91 lb hull, the 19 lb pedal console and the 6 lb seat.

Plan a full day’s tackle, a battery for electronics and a crate against 384 lb rather than against the total figure.

How does the PDL Drive on the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 work?

The Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 is driven by the PDL Drive, a leg-powered propeller unit with instant forward and reverse and nothing to shift.

It is mechanical throughout, so there is no battery, and the 19 lb console lifts out of its well in seconds.

This model also accepts the ePDL+ RetroFit, which adds power assist using its own 36V 6.5Ah battery and its own published runtimes. See our pedal-drive comparison guide for how the systems compare.

Can the drive be removed from the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 for shallow water?

Yes, the 19 lb pedal console on the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 lifts straight out of its well, which is how you handle shallows, weed and loading.

No minimum operating depth is published for this model, so we will not state one. Watch the water and pull the drive before the propeller can strike bottom.

Check the prop for line and weed before the drive goes back in.

Can the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 be paddled as well as pedaled?

Yes, and a paddle belongs aboard the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 on every trip.

It is what moves you through the shallows and weed where the drive has to come up, and it is your backup if the propeller fouls. No paddle or life jacket is supplied with the kayak.

Size a kayak paddle against the 36 in beam and your own height rather than buying the cheapest one.

Can the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 be used in saltwater?

Yes, the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 can be fished in saltwater, and the PDL Drive is a saltwater-ready design.

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

Dry it before storage, and pay attention to any track hardware or electronics fittings you have added yourself.

How is the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 transported and stored?

Remove the 19 lb pedal console and the 6 lb seat from the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 before moving it, which leaves a 91 lb hull from 116 lb assembled.

Roof capability is set by the lowest of your vehicle roof rating, crossbar rating and rack rating, and by what you can lift to that height.

A cart or trailer removes the lift entirely. Store the boat shaded and evenly supported.

What warranty applies to the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120?

Coverage on the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 is divided by component and no single term covers the whole kayak.

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 is not transferable.

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

How should the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 be looked after?

Hose the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 and its drive after every trip, and inspect the propeller, rudder, cables and metal fittings, especially after saltwater exposure.

Line and weed around the propeller are easy to miss and simple to clear at the ramp.

Store the hull shaded and supported evenly along its length.

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.