First Trip Got Sketchy! Old Town Sportsman 120
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- čas přidán 7. 04. 2021
- So I'm trying a new type of kayak...This trip may have convinced me to stick with a Sit On Top forever.
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Sup dude! I've been in The Woodlands since 2017, it's been killing me how lazy my friends have been. Sent you FB request, let me know if you got a opening on a trip. I'm planning a frio trip in June. Awesome videos man! Keep it up!
@@dolorlux4612 Have fun on the frio! Nothing planned so far. Just praying for rain to fill up that aquifer!
It's officially kayak season b/c there's a new GwB video!
Totally missed this comment! I appreciate you always watching and tuning in! Hope you've been well
Take it from a guy who has done most of his kayaking on SOT's. You can take rapids with a lot of confidence and even if you flip you can just flip it back over get back on and keep going without having to empty it. Oh and they're so easy to get in and out of too. Love the stability of this kayak too.
I totally agree with that! Definitely sold on the SOT in Class II rapids. The bailing is just so clutch
I love that dry bag book bag with the zipper. That’s your company that’s sweet will need to get one!!
Yeah man glad to have you as a customer I’d you so choose! It’s been fun watching the community support the effort
I was wondering when you were going to release this. Glad you're happy with the new boat! Let's hope the hill country gets some rain soon.
Thanks my man! Yeah the HC needs it bad...
Welcome to the Texas River Kayak Sweet Spot, the 12' SOT! Nice boat- I like the hull design and the way it protects the scupper holes a bit from rock contact, and the removable mesh chair is a plus as you mention. A buddy and me will be hitting the Upper Brazos next week on our WS Tarpon 120s for 40 miles/4 days/3 nights. We'll try to keep the hull side wet and the deck side dry, but no good stories ever came of that.... ;^) Cheers!
I think you’re right about that! Seems like most folks elect for that size of boat. Have fun on the UB!
Dude your video editing and cinematography is getting crazy good! Can’t wait for the next series of videos
Thank you so much Jacob! Just trying to get better every time
2:42 such a cool tree!!!
Isn’t that wild!
Welcome to the club Brother! Perfect boat for river paddling and camping. Like any boat they have their drawbacks. Big lakes, flooded rivers, keeping up with Pete. But nothing beats a sit on top for comfort. I keep doing rain dances for Texas, but it clearly hasn't worked.
Thanks Matt! Everything you said was spot on haha. The torPeto Yukon fleet is a tough one to match lol. For my rivers though, the sit on top is great
Nice!!
Looking forward to more voyages...
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Cheers Big C! To voyages and beyond
Your ability to edit and compose such awesome videos to showcase the adventures that you do have inspired me to move beyond my ATV being my only method of adventure. Ive always wanted a kayak, but since I found your channel, I have developed this burning passion to be out in the wilderness in every possible method I can. Thank you for lighting that fire.
Thank you so much! Really enjoyed reading your comment. That aspect of CZcams is one of the coolest. Have fun out there my man!
Hubby and I looking at getting kayaks. Wish us luck!! Looking at sportsman 106 and 120 for him.
You’ll love those! I enjoyed my sportsman’s for years but now paddle crescents. Not a bad thing to say about the old towns, they are heavy but very durable and stable
Love the Guadalupe and it is nice and clear this time of year before the tubers stir up all of the dirt on the bottom.
Yep the guad always looks so crisp and clean during off season. Not for long! Haha
1:50 the slow mo footy 👌🏻💯🙏
I’m a sucker for slow mo!
@@GatewoodBrown same bro haha I just found your channel the other day but you should definitely add a bunch more slow mo actiony kind of stuff haha
I think you’ll see it mixed in a lot. Definitely going to keep the slow no stuff going!
Close call with the big boulder! Very beautiful scenery, nicely captured.
Not too "Sketchy".
Yeah that Boulder definitely presented a challenging maneuver! It’ll take some people out for sure...
Gatewood, thanks for the review. I will be putting mine in the water on Sunday to do a little fishing. I have a run down the Meramec River in June.
Have fun out there my man! I think you’ll really enjoy everything about it
My husband and I took our new sit on top yaks out to the Guadalupe for their maiden voyage and it was great! Thanks so much for your videos, they have helped a ton as we get into this hobby!
That’s a great place for some kayaks! Really cool to hear you all getting out there as a couple
I used to get to paddle around with kayaks sometimes in Boy Scouts, and while what I did then is nothing like this these vids bring a lot of good memories.Thanks for the videos and keep up the good work.
That’s awesome these videos can get you back in touch with those memories. We enjoyed Boy Scouts as well
Agree 100%. We just got back from a 3 day two night trip down the brazos. From PK down to Graford. Mine is the Ember version of the paddle 120. Loaded with gear I only had to walk it 1 time. She loves her Vapor now that we load down the OT120 with the gear :) @gatewood very well done video once again.
That’s awesome! The brazos out there is beautiful. Skinny water capabilities of the sportsman were rad. Wasn’t expecting that!
I love kayaking and I enjoy all your videos, keep up the amazing work. :D
Thank you so much! I’ll keep them coming out if y’all keep watching! Haha
Just moved out to central TX and been wanting to do some kayak camping in my H10. You’re the only channel that I consistently check daily waiting for new videos, please keep em coming! Looks like a sweet kayak but honestly kind of sad to not see you in the H10!
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I appreciate that! You'll still see the H10 out and about in my vids! Gave it to my brother Bennett. Just had too many in my garage haha
Nice oldtown are very nice kayak i own 2 oldtown loon 106 and i love them so comfortable and easy to paddle 👍 love your chanel and hope you plan good trip for this year 🤪
The look is a great boat! Never paddles one but it looks sweet
I’m new to kayaking and I’ve been absolutely loving it! I have a pelican pioneer 100xr and I adore her!
That’s so cool to hear! It’s a fun hobby to have for sure
@@GatewoodBrown Your videos have been really encouraging! Keep up the amazing work and stay safe!
Good to see you back in your element.
Thanks my man! Felt good to be back
Nice video. My favorite stretch of the lower guad is 4th crossing to the end of lazy L&L campground.
I’ll have to try that section out!
I'm thinking about getting one of those. But I plan to fish most of the time out of mine. Up in Wisconsin we have several long river systems were canoe/kayak trips occur, some as can last as long as several days through wilderness settings along flat water up to class 2 (mostly, but some class 3-4 as well). My current ride is a canoe, Old Town Guide 119... great solo canoe for the BWCA and Quetico.
I highly recommend a sit on top. No bilging or getting swamped out by rapids!
Looks like yall had a great time. The new kayak handled great... love my Old Town Vapor. Gonna take it to the Three Sisters Swamp in 2 weeks to explore the oldest trees in the Eastern US.
Hey Anthony! Yeah that swamp is world renowned. It’ll be a cool paddle no doubt
That boat looks awesome
Man it’s a dream to paddle
Hey Gatewood, love your videos. If you get out to the Guadalupe again I'd love to tag along. Greetings from Adkins, Tx.
Thank you! The guad needs some rain!
Gotta get out there before the heat is unbearable! Hope to see a camp out soon, as sitting in the office and watching the trips you all take makes me ache for the weekends, paddling and camping on the river.
That’s the truth! Yeah it’s been frustrating with how low water is but that rain will come soon enough. The office does allow all of us to buy these sweet kayaks though!
It's great to see the new kayak in action!
I had a blast taking it for a first paddle
I can't wait to see those big River overnight trips. Great video always the best scenery
Heck yeah man it’s going to be epic. Can’t wait!
Glad I stumbled upon your channel I enjoy you and your friends adventurous spirits! I’m relatively new to kayaking myself, but loving it so far! If I ever find myself in the Texas hill country I hope to run into you on the water! Rock on sir!
Thank you! Adventure makes the outdoors so rewarding
Awesome! Looks like you were enjoying your new boat! I'm ready to see that thing packed down and in kayak camping mode. Great little review GB! 👍
Yessir it was a blast! Same here, looking forward to getting out on some rivers for a couple days
KAYAK SEASON IS HERE!!!!! Gatewood has posted a kayak video means it’s camping and kayak season and kayak camping season!!!
It sure is! Just need that rain to fall haha. Then we will be in good shape!
I love my Old Town kayak. As an older gal with hip issues, it got me back kayaking
Old town certainly has comfortable kayaks!
yeah!!!! so glad you went with the old town sportsman!!! I love my 106! If I didn't have to cartop it by myself most trips, I would have definitely went with the 120! Enjoy! Looking forward to more videos this summer.
The 106 is a rad little boat! Might have to get one for lisa haha. Cartooning is definitely the biggest downside
Awesome! Thanks for sharing this old town set on top kayak review.
Hey Tom! My pleasure, enjoyed putting it together
Lookin like a blast out there!
It was! Need to head over to SM and paddle with you guys sometime
Great review! Old Town makes some great boats. We have three various models and have had great luck with all of them. Hope to get you up to our neck of the woods to do some paddling with us in the future!
Yes they do! Always impressed with their quality build. We don’t have much flow but hopefully that changes with rain!
Great video! I just picked up my Sportsman 120 today. Can't wait to get it out on the water.
You’re going to have a blast on it!
Just found your channel this weekend and I've watched almost all your videos, they're great! I got so inspired by your videos I went and picked up an Intex Excursion Pro K1 for the summer, very excited to take it out on the water! Thanks for the great content, can't wait to see what you do next.
Thank you for tuning into all of them! You’ll have a great summer out on the water for sure
I really enjoy your videos and I really like kayaking. Stay healthy Gatewood!
Thank you michal! Will do and you too
really hoping the spring rains actually come.. the water is low.
Same! The water is so low now
Love the videos my guy🤟🏼 Awaiting kayak camping season here in Iowa! Switching to a sit on kayak this season as well for some more gear room to fit my remote design backpack when they get restocked! Keep floatin🤟🏼
I appreciate that Nick! Cheers to kayak season, always a great time of year. Thank you for considering the backpack too!
Awesome, I'm happy to see you had a great first experience on your 120. Keep up the great videos, Its a great motivator for us couch potatoes.
Just finished our Delaware River Trip and after blowing out a knee and climbing in and out of my Pungo 125 I'm a bit jealous of the ease of exit and entry on the Sit On Tops, lol.
Lake Jean Kayak Fishing this weekend, WOOHOO!
Thank you for the kind words! Yeah it’s so much trickier to climb out of a sit in kayak compared to this SOT. Aside from its weight, the more I use it the more I like the feature set
Just so you know me and my husband both went out and bought the Topwater 120's after watching your first video. I looked everywhere for the sportsman but could only find the 10 ft version. The Topwater is the same except the seat. I loved your review and this video also. We love our Oldtown's so much more than our Pelicans. Happy Kayaking and keep making these video's we love them.
Wow that is so cool to hear! I’m pretty sure the top water is very similar to the new line so you picked a fine kayak! The difference between an old town and pelican is night and day. Both serve a purpose though!
Looking good brother! Can’t wait to see this out on an overnighter. Mirto and I have been talking about getting out again for another kayak trip
Hey guys! Same, it’ll be a great time to take it out. It’s the seasonn
Love it man! Can’t wait to get out there with ya! The new yak is 🤙🏻
Heck yeah Chris! Can’t wait to go rampage down a river again. Soon!
Id love to see a Delaware Gap river video!!!! If you ever get the chance. Im making it a bucket list item for myself. Happy water trails!!!!
Sounds like a cool section of river. Hey, maybe one day!
Great video, good to see you're enjoying it. I went for a quick paddle this afternoon, I have a sit on top as well.
It’s a great time of year for quick paddles!
It's that time of year again!!!!
It sure is!
Awesome! Great Video!
Thank you so much!
I bought this model (my first) in January and have yet to get it out on the water. Seeing it in action is very helpful. Thanks for the video and happy paddling!
You’ll have a blast with it!
Solid save on the paddle... missed that Boulder by a hair 😂
Just barely missed it. Thought for sure I was going to get knocked off lol
Just got my new preception sound 10.5 out on Sunday. Performed awesome.
That’s a fantastic kayak! I looked at picking one up last year
It was a good buy. I glided over low zones with rocks. Tracked beautifully through rapid areas. Ended up replacing the seat with a GCI sitbacker. Excellent decision. Standard seat was really hard.
Good to hear it paddles well too. Yeah the seats in a lot of these kayaks need a bit of upgrading for sure
Man that was awesome seeing the old town in action. I knew it was going to handle those Rapids good man. I can't wait to see you take it out on a camping trip man. I hope you are doing well man take it easy.
Hey Mack! It handled those rapids like a champ. Camping trip needs to happen soon! Nothing planned yet thoigh
@@GatewoodBrown oh man you going to have to change that. But I understand man you probably busy. But i will patiently wait.
Exactly. On the bright side, I have a kayak camping trip that we did in the fall that I’m editing right now
Good looking kayak and looks like it performed pretty well too!
Hey KW! It sure does. Very impressed!
Awesome video, I’ve been looking for a good fishing yak that I can also take down river with friends that don’t fish and seeing this just cemented it
Right on Patrick! Glad this could help show what the boat can do. I’m notoriously hard on boats and this one has been a tank. Still having fun with it years later!
Another great one.
Thanks Shane!
So when can I check ya'll off my bucket list for a 3 day kayak adventure. 😁
Man I wish it were that easy. A group trip is something I’d like to do eventually!
Your videos have inspired me to try kayaking for the first time, planned a three day trip on the Frio River at the in end of the month, just not sure which part of the river to start at. On one of your videos I noticed that where you guys started y’all passed through garner state park would appreciate the location, thank you for your videos I really enjoy watching them, all of the camping advices and just the vibe of friends enjoying each other’s company love it man keep doing what your doing.
That is so cool to hear. Thank you for sharing! Comments like yours make this such a cool hobby to have. I would recommend very short mileage since the river has little water in it. You’ll be spending a lot of time dragging so wear good water shoes
Love to see a Vibe Sea Ghost 130 do that run!
We didn’t have a vibe on this trip! You’re thinking of the old town sportsman 120
@@GatewoodBrown 😆 naw dude, I was saying you need to try one!
@@bjaminf113 Ohhhhh haha yeah I'm down to give one a try!
So happy you popped up on my recommendations
Thanks for clicking and giving the videos a chance!
@@GatewoodBrown no problem man, stay safe!
Yes... I like the OT12. It's going to change things up for the good. Now you can carry more cold beer. C`mon!!!
It sure will! The cold beer will be cold and flowing on this craft hha
Love the vid - keep it up brotha!
Thanks so much!
Great video! I bet I could get it stuck!
You and me both!
Just found your channel due to the old town sportsman 120 cause it's the same kayak I have. I mainly fish out of mine. But I noticed your in texas so am I. I got to say your camera work on here is awesome compared to other channels and I would have never known texas has such clear rivers and secret spots if it wasn't for your channel. Great work man!
Hey welcome! You have a great boat haha. What part of Texas? Yeah there’s some amazing rivers in this state
@@GatewoodBrown seven points,tx
Great video. Looking forward to many more . What paddle are you using? I have the same kayak and looking to step up my paddle this year.
Thank you! This is the aquabound whiskey 2 piece. Excellent paddle and matches my boat perfectly
Great video. I recently picked up an Old Town Sportsman 120 for river trout fishing. Not sure how it would handle in the river because here in Connecticut the weather is just finally getting better. Based on your video and your feedback I am confident it can handle my needs on the river. Thanks for sharing.
I think you should be good! Never paddles that far north but it’s a great fishing kayak
As always, great editing.
A fellow Galveston angler! Love your content!
Thanks nick! Take care of my man
Galveston is a rad place to live by. Tight lines!
@@GatewoodBrown I've sent this video to my friend whose backyard is the Guadalupe River by Canyon Lake. So stoked to bring out my Old Town Topwater 106. Should perform similarly to yours! I always thought I needed to get a different kayak for those types of waters, but you make it look possible with a sit-on top!
Thank you for this review it answered my questions...
Yes this boat is awesome I have the 10.5 version and it’s amazing.
I’ve been trying to find places in Texas to go and take a 2-3 day camping kayak trip .
Any recommendations? I live in the dfw area.
Also would be my first time doing this but it seems like so much fun.
Have fun on the 106! I’d like to paddle that one too and see the differences. Maybe one day!
Looking my first fishing kayaks after watching your videos about kayaking
Fishing kayaks lend themselves very well to a variety of paddling
Awesome I'm glad you like the old town! I was given a huge surprise birthday gift a few weeks ago, the 12 Stones community got together and bought me an Old Town Loon 120. Check out my review and the story man! Great video as always Gatewood!
It’s great! Wow your community sure knows how to give gifts. The look is a beautiful boat. I’ll be sure to check it out sometime this weekend
@@GatewoodBrown man thier awesome folks! God has really blessed me!
Loving the content, I'm from Washington and plan on getting into kayak camping as well! I bought a 14ft tandem though so we'll see how that goes. My gopro choice was a max though, I like the 360 footage. You considered using it for different views on the front of the kayak? Also, I really want a campfire grill like yours where'd you get it?
Washington is gorgeous! I have a max and have started to incorporate it more. 360 footage is on the way! I believe the grill is linked in my gear list video
Ok, that's pretty much locked me into a sit on top. Bilge pumping doesn't appeal to me. Another great video!
I’m a SOT guy now haha. No bilging is the future
You've been an amazing source of entertainment and help. Question: I am going down the Guadalupe this week in Seguin TX to a camp spot. DO you recommend AGAINST using crocks for the overnight trip? I use them daily at the moment so I am curious to know if you think I should use a more suitable shoe type like the ones you always wear.
Thanks! I would imagine you’ll be fine if they have a back strap.
@@GatewoodBrown yessir. i forked out the extra few bucks for the type with adjustable backstrap. EVERYONE tells you this but if you want a non-eventful kayak trip in Seguin TX just let me know. some good photo ops down here in my country town.
Hey! Longtime fan! Heading down the Frio this weekend for the first time with my brother!
Can you recommend a route for a full (8-10 hour) day ?
It’s very, very low so I don’t recommend doing more than 3 miles!
You guys should check out the upper Brazos below possum kingdom! Definitely is one you need to watch flow for
We will definitely do that one day!
Great video. I’m trying to decide between the 106 or the 120. Do you think the tracking in the 106 would be on pair with the 120? I’m sure it would be more responsive but more concerned with the tracking.
I actually just got the 106 so I’ll have to get back to you on that! It’ll be a video though for sure
Great video!! I looking for a river, stream, creek kayak to fly fish out of. The water you are on in this video will be similar to what I’ll be on and yes there there will be some slow moving water. So question is are you able to stand up in your old town and cast standing up? How stable is it on standing. No planning to stand the whole time but will on occasion. Thanks for any information you can give. Areas I’ll be in will be NW Arkansas, SE Oklahoma, SW Missouri.
The old town sportsman 120 or 106 is incredibly stable. Definitely made for standing!
@@GatewoodBrown thank you for your feedback and keep the great videos a coming.
That's a great thumbnail man
Thanks my man! It’s a 1080p frame grab so the editing is pretty heavy to crisp it up haha
Kinda curious Heading to the Frio this summer. What water shoes are those?
Nrs neoprene boots!
Wow, your video is very good, I like it, I already clicked for you
Thank you!
So sorry if this has already been asked, I’m sure it has somewhere. I live a little north of Austin in Liberty Hill, TX. Was inspired by your videos to buy a Vapor 10 and have just taken it out to some small rivers by my house. If I wanted to put together a more serious trip here in the Hill Country, but didn’t want to bite off more than I can too, where would a good place to start be?
Hey chris keep up the good work! Small steps are the best way to progress. I'd check out the upper guadalupe river. Its a pretty mellow ride with a few fun chutes.
I'm trying to decide between the Sportsman 120, Vibe Yellowfin 120 (or 100), or the Sportsman 106 to use for kayak camping (I live in TX as well and plan to do the same rivers you do) and also casual lake kayaking. Would you recommend the 120 over the 106?
I still have yet to kayak the 106 but if you’re sticking to mostly rivers I’d say the 106 is your boat. Old town makes a wonderful kayak
Quick question.....on the Ascend h10/12 you had before....did you end up putting a keel guard on it? Just bought an H12 today and the plastic doesn't seem as durable as other kayaks I have used. How well did yours hold up for the time you had it?
I never put a guard on it and we were pretty hard on it. No leaks or anything after several years of use. Never hurts to protect it though
@@GatewoodBrown thanks! I’ll probably still do the pvc/kydex keel guard mod, but I won’t worry as much about hitting stuff on other places with it.
When will the backpack be available, keep checking and still sold out
It’s looking like restock will happen in May!
@@GatewoodBrown thanks can’t wait and look forward to getting one and try some kayak camping myself!
Great video man! How are you liking the NRS shoes? I was gonna get some but if there anything like my boots was scared they’d hold water in them 😕
Man I like them a lot! The don’t let water in if you cinch them up, but when water does get in it’s staying in there haha
@@GatewoodBrown that’s what I was afraid of lol 🤣🤦🏼♂️ as much as I drag I’d deff have issues 😕
Haha they do feel nice on cold days! Not a good summer shoe though
Biggest downfall i have seen with sit on tops is legs are exposed to sun, heavier vs sit in (makes difference when porting) and they don't normally turn as quick as sit in due to higher level of buoyancy. But if it works it works. Look forward to more video.
Everything you’ve said is valid for sure. These sit on tops are great for Texas rivers though. Just bring lots of sunscreen!
How was the new paddle? I just got the same one.
The paddle is amazing!
Hey Gatewood I’m just bought a GoPro and I was want to know what your film settings are for your GoPro.
I touch on it in my Q&A video briefly!
That rock has gotten me before, i know its low but im headed out tuesday. when we taking the twins out? lol
Oh yeah so hard to avoid it haha. Man I wish I could get out more!
my first trip on the oldtown 120 yesterday. why did i wait so long? money well spent.
It just feels different than any other boat I’ve paddled. High quality craft
I just stumbled across your channel today and am amazed. I am moving to Texas hill country in a few weeks and am terrified to leave the mountains and recreation of Utah but this gives me hope that Texas will not disappoint. How in the world does one identify camping spots on Texas rivers? Im used to pulling up a blm map in Utah and picking a spot. I know that doesnt exist in Texas and am totally lost when it comes to finding recreation opportunities. Any insight or advice would be appreciated more than you know.
Welcome to Texas! It's leagues different from Utah (been there many times all over the State). We don't have much public land so you have to get savvy with laws and use them to your advantage. For rivers, if it is navigable (all the big rivers are) then it is public. Check out my video on how to identify where to camp in a river. In fact, maybe watch all of my 'How to Kayak Camp' videos and it'll help make sense of it all. Luckily Texans don't really utilize public lands outside of State parks so you'll find there to be plenty of solitude out on most rivers.
@@GatewoodBrown Thank you sincerely for the advice. I will be sure to go check those videos out. I had not noticed them yet. I have loved my visits to Texas but have been questioning my decision to move. I can certainly survive it if I can find ways to sleep outside.
@@theablackable oh you’ll be just fine. There’s plenty of folks into the outdoors and finding cool places to sleep outside. Plus you also have big bend if you need an extended trip outdoors. Lots of solitude out there. I think you’ll really dig it here! Lots more water activities since the climate is mild. Paddling is year round here
Bring it down to the gulf, let a Redfish pull you around.
Gatewood is from Houston so it would be an easy trip. In fact he has ready done it with Mark (MDLR Fishing).
Those redfish fight hard! I need to get out there again
Yep I’m in Houston! Never fished with mark, but definitely been with Nick
I saw that video, Bothered me how Nick kept referring to the budget kayak. I've been in my Outback and been out fished by 200 dollar kayaks. It's all about fun of the sport. You should come down and do a night trip with us fishing the green lights in Galveston. It's awesome seeing the trout hit your lure in the lights.
How does that paddle feel? I would like to swap my Werner for some larger blades.
The paddle is amazing. Best I’ve ever used. Stiff, durable and really liking the big blades
What made you decide on the sportsman 120 vs the 106?
I’ve been paddling 10’ boats for about 4 years and wanted to see how the 12’ version paddles. I still want to try the 106 since it will be more nimble
Is that the audio straight out of the GoPro hero nine or do you do some adjustment to it
Great question! I do a treble boost filter in final cut and that’s it
@@GatewoodBrown it sounds really good. Going to get myself a hero 9 for this summer’s adventure 🤙🏼
Hero 9 is a beast of a camera for sure!