old town guide 119 vs discovery 119

Discover new territory with the compact and fun Old Town Discovery 119 solo canoe. I strap a 2.7hp cruise n carry on the back left side and that thing is a blast to fly around in. Old Town Guide/Discovery 119 versus Pack 12 Blog › Forums › Fly Fishing › Old Town Guide/Discovery 119 versus Pack 12 This topic has 2 replies, 2 voices, and was last updated Apr 15, 2014 at 9:34 am by Zach Matthews . Now I have my new OTC Discovery/Guide that I will never let go even if it does not get used. Generally stated a canoe is not as fast as a kayak but that can be somewhat offset by the use of a double bladed paddle with the 119. Old Town’s new Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman is a canoe and kayak hybrid; picture a small canoe paddled with a kayak paddle. While the canoe only weighs around 48 pounds, it didn’t come with a portaging yoke, … It was about the double bladed paddle I was using; it was too short. I’ve had my canoe in the water half a dozen times since buying it, twice to the Boundary Waters. Made for those solo trips or for two paddlers, this boat includes comfortable nylon seats, vinyl gunwales and a lightweight, yet very durable, construction. I thought it sat a bit low and figured I would put a cushion under it but here is what one of the review guys said, “One trip on the water and I couldn’t stay in the plastic seat. I’m picking up the OT Pack on Monday and definitely plan to play. Not the canoe’s fault, but I kept getting lots of paddle drips on me and inside the canoe when using a double bladed kayak paddle. It is very agile and sits high in the water which allows for getting into those places a lot of other boats just can’t reach. It's camo with a seat back mounted low. The closest comparisons come to Old Town’s own NEXT hybrid and the Sportsman’s grandfather, the Discovery 119. A single seater, the Discovery 119 combines the small size, agility, and ease of use of a kayak with the full functionality of a canoe. Bungees – As with any boat, bungees get added to fasten things down. 2. Old towne canoes rock, ive been using only them since around 1976 and the quality is awesome. I saw it at Dick’s and kind of liked the seat with the backrest. I’ve added several including one to hold the paddle on the front thwart and another that keeps the seat closed when on the roof rack. With a length of line looped through them and a carabiner attached in the middle to run the anchor line through I can adjust the anchor position so the boat sits in the current as desired. I was able to find these items in gray directly from the manufacturer but can’t seem to find the link right now. Old Town Guide 119 #1562081. It took about eight minutes to add the spacers. “Both Discovery 119 models are great options for sportsmen – both are light and nimble, making them easy to transport and paddle,” said Old Town marketing manager Ryan Lilly. However I have drooled for years over the Penobscott 17 and I think I will invest in one come Spring. Most standard canoe seats do not hack back support, they are usually just a bench style of seat. My Story: A number of years back, I purchased a blemished Old Town Canoe Discovery 119k from a local canoe and … Handles great! Easy to customized, stable on the water. Biggest complaint for me was the seat tended to pitch/slide me out forward. $669.99. Go with something in the 14′ range if you are gonna need the occasional ability to carry a passenger. Old Town Saranac 146 Canoes. Biggest … In the winter you can get in and out with big mudd\mulk boots on which you cant in a kayak. I’ve rigged it the way I feel works for the way I currently fish and I take it out regularly. The Old Town Discovery 119, Guide 119, and Field & Stream Kay-Noe (all basically the same canoe, just sold by different vendors) are good, tough and inexpensive polyethelene solo canoes. I would not recommend an additional person in this boat. Couldn’t find it on the site. It’s actually very comfortable. They can be … I live in virginia and always come into the 3rd man out syndrom. Offering the simplicity and utility of a classic solo canoe with the agility and sleek handling of a kayak, the Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman hybrid canoe is a stable, lightweight boat that is easy to handle on and off the water. What a great boat for the $! Offering the simplicity and utility of a classic solo canoe with the agility and sleek handling of a kayak, the Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman hybrid canoe is a stable, lightweight boat that is easy to handle on and … Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman Fish. I have found that this is a very stable boat, especially with the currently installed seat. Doing so dropped the back of the seat down half an inch and made the front and back level. I have the OT Guide 119 which is made for Dicks Sporting Goods by Old Town. Like the others in the series, this solo canoe is agile, stable and easy to handle. He was in possession of it for a year or two when it was stolen from his backyard. Another easy fix. One last tip on sitting comfortably in the seat. Required fields are marked *. I have the OT Guide 119 which is made for Dicks Sporting Goods by Old Town. At this point, I had decided that I had to replace my old Discovery and I might actually be able to afford to do so if I sold my kayak. My Story: A number of years back, I purchased a blemished Old Town Canoe Discovery 119k from a local canoe and kayak shop for $600. Combining the best of both worlds, Old Town delivers the ideal grab-n-go watercraft for anglers and hunters alike. One to the bow and on to the stern on the right side. I’ve done several long paddles (in my old Discovery 119) that required overnight gear to be brought along and it handled great with the extra weight. Thanks! So I called Johnson Outdoors (OTC’s parent company) and started asking questions. I also have an Old Town Loon 120 KSMcensoredk. I went to the local hardware store and purchased a couple half-inch nylon spacers and longer bolts. Discover new territory with the compact and fun Old Town Discovery 119 solo canoe. This was an easy fix. Your email address will not be published. After a little research online it sounded like people with similar issues like I was having bought longer paddles which fixed their problem. That means it’s likely to turn easily and … It paddles with little effort and tracks well for an experienced paddler. Hunt. Modifications: I mentioned above that I had made several modifications to my Guide. Update: Any Comments On The Old Town Discovery 119? I kneel in a reverse position from seated when in faster water. There were a few little things that bugged me about it, nothing major, just minor little issues. So I talked the wife into holding a yard sale that Saturday and I listed the kayak as an item that would be available during the sale in the ad on Craigslist. https://paddling.com/gear/old-town-canoe-kayak-guide-119-canoe I had several kayaks at the time and they quickly started to accumulate dust from disuse after this purchase. What amazed me most about it was the $399 price tag hanging on it. Handles great! I know it’s a solo, but have you tried taking along another person? I am heading down to dicks in the morning. Anchor Trolley – I mounted small two deck mount pulleys to the gunnals. Specs: Length: 11′ 9″ / 3.6 m Width: 32.5″ / 82.6 cm Width at 4″ Waterline Bow Height: 19″ / 48.3 cm Depth: 13.5″ / 34.3 cm Weight: 43 lbs / 19.5 kg Max Load Range: 450 – 500 lbs /204.1 – 226.8 kg Material: Three Layer Superliner. Last Autumn did just that, and it totally sucked, not to mention gave me aches and pains. With the Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman, Old Town delivers the ideal grab-n-go watercraft for anglers and hunters alike. Agile, stable and easy to handle, it's even well-suited for a double-bladed paddle. Thanks so much for your great review of the Old Town 119. It was the first canoe that I had ever purchased myself and I fell in love with it. It doesn’t matter if you have the Guide 119 or the Discovery 119, the position where you place your quick-detach adjustable yoke is tricky. The paddle I am using with my old Town Guide 119 is the Bending Branches Glass Slice Solo 280cm. The Guide 119 is a custom version of the Discovery 119 that is made, in the camouflage color pattern available in the Guide series, exclusively for Dick’s Sporting Goods. Seat Pad – My seat pad is a simple piece of 1/2″ minicell foam from the local paddle shop that I cut into the shape and fastened with panel retainers from the auto parts shop. While mostlycomfortable, I couldn’t help but feel like I was angling slightly forward when sitting. Since I planned to use this canoe on extended wilderness trips, I knew I was going to want a yoke. Offering the simplicity and utility of a classic solo canoe with the agility and sleek handling of a kayak, the Discovery 119 … Perfect for rivers where you have to carry a boat in and out up muddy banks and what not.Light weight,roomy for a big cooler full of beer and camping supplies as you stated! I believe the hull is the same, but the seat in the Guide is a molded in seat, while the seat in the Disco 119 … Darryl, I rarely paddle with others and my primary use is for fishing nowadays. I have been looking at the Old Town Discovery 119 for a while. Read all the reviews and tried several things. I want to post about my boat so that other people see positive reviews. I bought it to throw in back of my truck and fish ponds. The only thing I might change is the … However, I am also going to use my Old Town Guide 119 on canoe trips into the wilderness, like the BWCA and Quetico, and that means portaging. While the canoe only weighs around 48 pounds, it didn’t come with a portaging yoke, nor does Old Town Canoes sell one for it. After a lot of anguish, research, reading, comparing, thinking about it and laying sleepless night after night (hah!) The closest comparisons come to Old Town’s own NEXT hybrid and the Sportsman’s grandfather, the Discovery 119. Compare Compare Now. I’ve noticed that my usual life-jacket, because it has lower back padding/flotation, pushes up on me when sitting in my canoe. I recently purchased a Old Town Guide 119 canoe from Dick's Sporting of Erie,Penn. I really just want to re arrange the seating area and am worried how low or high to set the new bench with a seat on it. With a few personal updates it has become more versatile for my needs, and much more comfortable to use. All that said, I sorely missed that little red 119k. It has to do with the canoe width, the physicality of the paddler, and the paddle being used. For those who want to get out on the water but don’t necessarily want to load and haul a trailer, the Discovery 119 from Old Town Canoe is the perfect companion. Old Town Guide/Discovery 119 versus Pack 12 Blog › Forums › Fly Fishing › Old Town Guide/Discovery 119 versus Pack 12 This topic has 2 replies, 2 voices, and was last updated Apr 15, … The canoe on the shelf at Dick’s was indeed a Discovery that was molded in the Guide Series Camo exclusively for Dick’s and was only available there. Enjoy a day on the water with the Old Town Canoe® Discovery 119. And thanks to our construction process, it's tough without being too heavy. I think I've about made up my mind to pick up an Old Town Discovery 119 … They really love Old Town Guide 119's in the Mid Alantic and the South. Did you have any experience like this or is this his isolated opinion? Most any experienced canoeist will know from looking at the Old Town Guide 119 or its counterpart the Discovery model 119, that it is short and has a moderate rocker. I even tried replacing it with a recreational kayak of similar length but it just wasn’t the same. I’ll be going solo about 90% of the time and need something light weight, but I’d like to be able to take my wife (she’s about 100 lbs)and grandkids along for short rides on occasion. Being the avid fly fisherman that I am, I found it to be the perfect boat for getting to the warm water fishes that hide under the overhanging brush in the ponds, lakes and rivers of central North Carolina. I have other old town canoes which hold 2 people , so a canoe built for 1 is always good for the 3rd man out. Offering the simplicity and utility of a classic solo canoe with the agility and sleek handling of a kayak, the Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman hybrid canoe is a stable, lightweight boat that is easy to handle on and … Woo Hoo… SOLD! I am thinking about buying a guide 119 and was wondering if it was fast to keep up with kayaks and if it gets blown around by the wind. I have a few more major outings I plan on using it on this year, along with smaller day trips in mind. Did this little trick work? Nice boat,  I have tried every Dicks in my area (within 100 miles), and can not find one. With the Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman, Old Town delivers the ideal grab-n-go watercraft for anglers and hunters alike. I bought it online, you can read more about them and purchase one by clicking here. Dick's Sporting Goods sells it as either the Guide 119 or Field and Stream Kay-noe. That’s right, not all life-jackets are created equal. For those who want to get out on the water but don’t necessarily want to load and haul a trailer, the Discovery 119 from Old Town Canoe is the perfect companion. Finally took the seat out and figured I would just sit on a cushion.” I now use a double blade paddle almost exclusively even though I've always been a traditional canoeist in the past; it's just more efficient with this boat. Compact and fun to paddle, the Discovery 119 has been a long time favorite. The paddler also sits higher which also increases the sail area. It's even well-suited for a double-bladed paddle. Old Town is proud to unveil its innovative new solo canoe, the Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman.Combining the best of both worlds, this hybrid canoe, packed with fishing-specific features, … I had been looking pretty hard at a few different solo canoes from various manufactures, but on a gut hunch I went with the Guide 119. Again, an easy fix. I have a 119 … They can usually be found at ACE Hardware. Speed also is dependent on the paddling skill and style of the paddler. “The … Looks like Im gonna have to pay the $240. The local Sporting Goods store has one for sale for a bit cheaper than the Creek Boats M80. Compare Compare Now. Old Town Discovery 119 Trust me when I say I’m confused about a canoe. Most people probably buy this canoe with the intent of unloading it at a boat landing or perhaps within a few yards of a body of water. Because of the position of the seats in these canoes the yoke would be best placed almost across where the seats are mounted. The Discovery/ Guide 119 is a fantastic canoe. I thought about raising it … It’s a great little canoe and was a fraction of the cost of those other canoes. I have the same boat. Your head and the seat will come into contact and make portaging in that position horribly uncomfortable. Anyone here been in an Old Town Discovery/Guide 119 canoe for duck hunting? When I got home, I hopped on the web and went straight to the Dick’s site to get more info but it wasn’t there. After making the modification I mentioned above to drop down the back edge of the seat, there is one more thing you can do to make it more comfy:  Buy the correct life-jacket! I totally agree with you there on the rod thing. Video! This is actually a common issue with people paddling solo canoes with a double bladed paddle. When sitting in a kayak style seat you have a back rest and will want a life-jacket with no padding on the lower back of the jacket. By Hirsch - Sat Dec 04, 2010 3:27 am - Sat Dec 04, 2010 3:27 am #1562081. I really do enjoy my Old Town Guide 119. I use it when doing long paddles or when marking fishing spots. Yes, before I go on my next major wilderness cane trip in my Old Town Guide 119, I will be purchasing a new life jacket to increase my paddling comfort. I had researched many brands and types of canoes before buying an Old Town. Compare Compare Now. I sold it to a good friend and semi-regular fishing buddy knowing that I would be able to use it when I wanted. In the end I decided to sell all my kayaks. The Old Town Guide 119 is going to make this a great canoe season! Wind is often a problem with canoes. The seat modification was a simple one. Hi…not sure of your name my NC friend. Combining the best of both worlds, Old Town delivers the ideal grab-n-go watercraft for anglers and hunters alike. Hi guys, I picked up A Old Town Discovery 119 Canoe and thought I would show exactly how much space a dog has in it. Ive owned several two man canoes,jon boats and a kayak. Thanks for the dear post. $729.99. Last August in 2018 I broke down and bought an Old Town Guide 119. Still it was doable. The paddle I initially purchased when I bought my Guide 119 was 250cm in length, which is a common length for a double bladed paddle. Video! I’m picking up the OT Pack on Monday and definitely plan to play. I bought it to throw in back of my truck and fish ponds. However, when you consider … So I went online and found a company (Essex Industries) that makes a detachable yoke that is universal for many canoes. Compact and fun to paddle, the Discovery 119 has been a long time favourite. Combining the … Old Town Saranac 160 Canoes. Dicks sells either at $399.99 or Old Town … I've had my 119 for about 2 months now and love the boat. I ordered a new cane seat from Harmony and replaced the angler seat. Video! The lightweight, nimble Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman delivers big performance for both anglers and hunters. Old Town Next vs Discovery 119; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Like the others in the series, this solo canoe is agile, stable and easy to handle. Easy to carry and efficient to paddle, the Discovery 119 … Not a big deal on hot summer days, but very annoying on cool spring or fall days. This is my favorite small boat yet!! So yeah, I went and bought a 280cm paddle, just 11.8 inches longer than the 250cm paddle… and it made a HUGE difference. Your email address will not be published. I am 57 years old and my biggest concern was the weight of the canoe. Also put a storage bag that mounts to the bottom of seat and hangs down bellow it. I moved the seat forward about 4 inches and a bit lower to improve stability. I thought to myself that it was a Discovery 119 despite the fact that it was in camouflage colors, had a molded plastic seat, and said Guide 119 on the side. Okay, so this issue was not the fault of my Old Town Guide 119. Grab and Go. However I have drooled for years over the … A less experienced paddler would find the use of a long (240-250cm) double bladed paddle easier. A single seater, the Discovery 119 … Available at REI, 100% Satisfaction … Unless they changed it, the seat in that one is too far back, and not easy to move forward, while the seat in the plain Disco 119 is about where it should be. Available at … Review: I’m not sure that I need to tell you that I love this boat after the story above, so here is some info on it’s capabilities and such. No more drips! Old Town … I did find the Discovery and it was exactly the same boat as the one in the store, but the camo color was not listed as an option. Old Town’s new Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman is a canoe and kayak hybrid; picture a small canoe paddled with a kayak paddle. Old Town Guide 160 Canoes. That afternoon I drove over to Dick’s with the money from the kayak sale and a ScoreCard rewards voucher for $50. Guide 119 I’m assuming you’re talking about the Guide 119, which is available in some of the big box stores like Dick’s, and not the Discovery 119. Offering the simplicity and utility of a classic solo canoe with the agility and sleek handling of a kayak, the Discovery 119 … For those who want to get out on the water but don’t necessarily want to load and haul a trailer, the Discovery 119 from Old Town Canoe is the perfect companion. I hung a dowel from webbing from this thwart which works great as a foot brace when seated and tucks over the forward thwart when kneeling. Old Town Discovery 119 Canoes. I next went to the Old Town site only to find it missing there, too. Compared to other hybrids, the Sportsman excels at combining the best qualities of a canoe and kayak. This causes more weight to be towards the aft end of the canoe, which will raise the front end of the canoe up when using the yoke. One day I was in Dick’s Sporting Good’s when I looked up and saw a little Old Town Canoe sitting on the top of the camping accessories shelf. The seat was not level front edge to back edge. However, with the arrival of my first child, the boat became neglected to the point that I felt I would rather someone else use it than it not get used at all. They have higher beams therefore they have more sail area. GPS holder – I fabricated a flip out arm that holds the handlebar mount for my Garmin Venture HC GPS. There were a few little things that bugged me about it, nothing major, just minor little issues. That is where I made my mistake. But, I find it takes very little effort with your hands forward on the gunnels to keep the front of the canoe from flipping up to much. Sure enough it sold, along with a crap load of other items that made it the the best yard sale we have ever had. I’ve had my canoe in the water half a dozen times since buying it, twice to the Boundary Waters. While. Slid right out. A single seater, the Discovery 119 … Ohh yeah this Old Town Discovery Solo Sportsman is FAST, you can easily get to 4 miles an hour without effort. Luckily all three of those issues were minor and easy to overcome. Mine has been down multiple rivers including the New River. I place the yoke just slightly in front of where the seat is. It’s even well-suited for a double-bladed … All that said, the 119 has a low profile for a canoe and is not greatly effected by the wind relative to other canoes that I own or have paddled over the years. I would not take it out. everytime we want to go canoing it is always 3 or 5 or 7 people wanting to go. If you go the Discovery 119 route, get the plain jane Disco 119, and NOT the "Sportsman" package with the molded seat. This improved the comfort of the seat and eliminated the sliding problem, which was minimal for me. Old Town Canoes does not make a yoke specifically for the Old Town Guide 119 or the Discovery 119. Sadly, placing the yoke over the front edge of the seat will not work. A couple days ago I took my canoe out for a few hours and noticed immediately that the seat modification worked. I wouldn’t want to carry this canoe, or any canoe for that matter, over a couple hundred yards or more of land between lakes without a yoke. I eventually met my future wife and after we got married, the Discovery 119k got used a bit less than I would have liked. It's funny to see what people from other parts of the country think is a great way to rig their canoes. Before you go check out the Old Town Canoe website and come back to me saying there is no such boat, let me clarify a little bit. For example, the Discovery 119 canoe by Old Town has an MSRP of $699.99, and is a lightweight canoe, that is also marketed as being a great choice for a double-bladed paddle. That can be a little annoying as ever fifteen or twenty minutes on my last trip I was adjusting my lifejacket down on my torso to where it feels more comfortable. Due to the fact you have a Minnesota II, you obviously understand and appreciate good tandem tripping canoes. Yes, it most certainly did. I’ve been looking for the right deal on a Gheenoe for q…, Guys, if you have any … See the image below:  You can see that the lower back area is mesh, and does not have any flotation bulk… this jacket is designed to be worn for kayaking comfort or with seats that have lower back rests. It's camo with a seat back mounted low. At 43 pounds, the Guide 119 was by far the main reason for purchase. I have a attached a piece of 1/2″ minicell foam as a seat cushion with Panel Fasterners. Michael. The extra paddle length worked. Great one boat no doubt!! I also made a kneeling thwart that I mounted about 4 inches toward the center of the front thwart. I realize the price tag is attractive, but I think you'd be sorely disappointed using an Old Town Guide Solo 119 as a Canoe Country solo tripper. shipping charge. Compared to other hybrids, the Sportsman excels at combining the best qualities of a canoe and kayak. Other's reviews helped me decide to give the 119 a try and I'm sure glad that I did. You want to make sure you get one that is suitable and designed around being worn in a kayak. Compare Compare Now. $999.99. An easy fix which only cost me about $3 at the hardware store. Added a cup holder similiar to yours and a padded seat that fits over the plastic one. Easy to customized, stable on the water. I plan to purchase one from a Dick’s Store here in NJ soon but wondered what you thought about the seat since that is the only concern I have seen in other reviews. From what I understand OT has stockpiled enough royalex to make it through 2015. You may have to register before you … That will eliminate the need to switch handedness with a single blade. The seat was not level front edge to back edge. The entire time I didn’t feel like my ass was angling forward in my Old Town Guide 119. I enjoy both but prefer the Discovery 119… Agile, stable and easy to handle, it's even well-suited for a double-bladed paddle. 1. It’s a great solo craft and suitable for a wide variety of uses. Combining the best of both worlds, Old Town delivers the ideal grab-and-go watercraft for anglers and hunters alike. I walked in and there was a sign on the boat I wanted that said it was on sale for $350. To be honest I am glad I did. The Guide 119 is a custom version of the Discovery 119 that is made, in the camouflage color pattern available in the Guide series, exclusively for Dick’s Sporting Goods. The Discovery/ Guide 119 is a fantastic canoe. Let the Discovery 119 … That’s it! It’s out there somewhere, and if I ever find it, rest assured the twit that swiped it will get his due. The only thing I might change is the seat, hence four stars instead of 5. Here’s the rundown: Which is simply epic. Tackle and cup holders – I installed a Seachoice Cockpit Organizer and Cruisin’ Caddy to provide a bit of close to hand storage and a place to hold the beer. I can carry this canoe for hundreds of rods if I have to without little effort, thanks to that quick detach yoke. Mine has been down multiple rivers including the New River. Part of the agreement between OTC and Dick’s prevents it from being listed on either website so it is only available in the actual stores. Usually that is what I do too. When I got home I simply adding the spacers and replaced using longer bolts, one to each side of the seat’s rear mounting bracket. Old Town Next vs Discovery 119 If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. I have had my Discovery 119 for about two months, that is, I have paddled it 6 or 7 times, about two to four hours each time, in a lake. Thanks for your review. The problem many people have is they try to place the yoke in a position that will evenly balance the canoe when using the yoke. $599.99. Old Town Discovery 119 Trust me when I say I’m confused about a canoe. 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