I’ve had my canoe in the water half a dozen times since buying it, twice to the Boundary Waters. We paddle in the ocean and it is quite stable through large boat wakes and tidal currents. Stable and easy to manoeuvre solo Canadian Canoe. Old Town Guide 147 Canoes. October 15, 2019, 5:50pm #1. hi all. Very durable triple layer polyethylene. Thread starter BushHead; Start date Oct 25, 2016; Prev. Frame done. I don't think the folks who are saying this gem is tippy have much experience in canoes. The lightweight, nimble Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman delivers big performance for both anglers and hunters. Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2012. Compare Compare Now. I ordered a new cane seat from Harmony and replaced the angler seat. Very well built..........tough. Thread: Old Town Next vs Discovery 119. Would like to buy an Old Town Discovery 119 or its twin the Guide 119.Had one and sold it to get the Old Town Pack but prefer the deeper, stiffer 119.Willing to drive a few hours for the right boat.The one I sold was green, also have seen them in red, blue, tan and camo. Let the Discovery 119 help you explore new territory. 13 or 18 inch wide standard seat, contoured seat, or cane bucket seat? I've never felt the need for standing in the boat. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Old Town’s new Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman is a canoe and kayak hybrid; picture a small canoe paddled with a kayak paddle. $899.99. Jul 14, 2017 #41 @BushHead Did you lower the seat and what back rest are you using ? Lightweight and durable, this is the perfect all-purpose paddle. Download Now for "Chicken Coop Old Town Guide 119 Seat Modification" Chicken Coop Old Town Guide 119 Seat Modification Review. I have had 3 of these and the reason for 3 is every time I trade, sell or give to a son I miss it too much and get another. Joined Jul 19, 2011 Messages 581 Likes 332 Location Cartersville, Georgia. **COVID-19 Announcement - Please Read**, Manufacturers Weight Capacity: 450-500 lbs / 204.1-226.8 kg, Manchester Canoes | The Canoe Shops Group - Est 1996, We Are Open For Click & Collect or Home Delivery | SHOWROOM CLOSED, Optimum weight capacity may differ - please contact us if you are unsure about the suitability of the Old Town Discovery 119 for your weight. Do some research and don't get taken advantage of. I have owned one for two years and think it is a great canoe after some modifications. 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. The only thing I might change is the seat, hence four stars instead of 5. Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2014, Light...easy to load...tracks well....stable, Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2015. Do not pay over $500 for this boat. See all details for Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Canoe Suitable for use with Kayak Paddle,... © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Answer a few basic questions and our interactive kayak guide provides you with a curated list of recommended kayaks. We have been building adventure since 1898. I don't know how you could be disappointed with this little canoe unless you mind the weight (which isn't too bad and irrelevant on the water). Dick's Sporting Goods sells the exact same canoe (contact Old Town if you doubt this) under the name of Guide 119 for $400, and sometimes on sale for less. -- Last Updated: Aug-26-14 11:29 AM EST -- Now that I have a foot brace in my Guide 119 I want to replace the seat. The closest comparisons come to Old Town’s own NEXT hybrid and the Sportsman’s grandfather, the Discovery 119. anyone try both th pack canoe and the discovery 119. the deference bet them…? 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. And thanks to our construction process, it's tough without being too heavy. WELCOME TO OLD TOWN GREAT SOLO FISHING PLATFORM. cause there is a huge deference in price. The ash is from a local lumber mill, and I rip it (for paddles and stuff) with an added circular saw rip fence. Lightweight and durable. Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2012, this canoe was just what I was looking for at a great price the only problem I have with it is it wieghs 58# instead of the advertised 43#. The Discovery/ Guide 119 is a fantastic canoe. Recommend adding rubber washers between rear seat bolts and bracket about 5/8'' to tilt seat back. Old Town Vapor 10 XT Sit-Inside Kayaks. I am writing to review the canoe and not specifically the storage and delivery of it since ours arrived in less than perfect shape. 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 . The seat was not level front edge to back edge. Top subscription boxes – right to your door. old town pack canoe VS discovery 119. Absolutely no issues. I have fished from it many times and feel perfectly at ease and relaxed. Old Town Guide 119. Is also well-suited for use with a double-bladed paddle. 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. $999.99. Old Town Saranac 146 Canoes. Compare Compare Now. I also have an Old Town Loon 120 KSMcensoredk. We provide a bespoke delivery service for canoes and kayaks to improve the level of service and minimise the risk of damage. MSRP from the manufacturer is only $600. My questions: 1)Looking at seats from Ed's Canoe which would you choose? Agile, stable and easy to handle, it's even well-suited for a double-bladed paddle. The tempered-aluminum shaft has a 13" plastic grip for sure handling. While the canoe only weighs around 48 pounds, it didn’t come with a portaging yoke… Collection for orders placed online can be made from any of our Canoe Shops UK Stores. Old Town Discovery 119 Canoes. i got yaks and have paddle canoes before. I have two oars both brand new also. Advice. Grab and Go. Like all the canoes in the Discovery Series, the 119 is constructed from a very durable triple layer plastic that has been fitted out to a very high quality. Handles great! I did replace the stock seat, moved it forward six inches and lowered it three inches. Like the others in the series, this solo canoe is agile, stable and easy to handle. More information The Old Town Guide 119 canoe is agile, stable and easy to handle. buckwilk Adventurist. For full details on our Click & Collect service, please see: Nationwide Click & Collect, For further help and information about the Old Town Discovery 119, please call us on 01925 818437, ADDRESS: Manchester Canoes Unit 4Cranford CourtHardwick Grange Warrington CheshireWA1 4RX, ORDER COLLECTION HOURS: Monday-Saturday | 10:00-16:00, Click here for Christmas Collection Hours and Info, Showroom Closed To Visitors 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. Highly recommended. I do normally use the two bladed paddle, but carry a single paddle also. Easily collapsible, the trolley's wheels can also be removed allowing it to be stored in the boat if you are a long way from the car or portaging on a multi-day trip. Combining the simplicity and utility of a classic solo canoe with the agility and sleek handling of a kayak, this hybrid canoe is easy to handle on and off the water. $599.99. Discover new territory with the compact and fun Old Town Discovery 119 solo canoe. I kayak and canoe in rivers that can be calm one minute and then a raging mess and this boat has always performed as asked. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Old Town Guide 119: Solo canoe, solid construction, can carry a lot of weight, stable, and a lot of fun to paddle. Compare Compare Now. I am going to put a "real canoe seat" in. Old Town One Person Canoe - Kayak Guide 119 This Canoe is brand new and was only tested and then stored indoors. 1. The majority of Canoe & Kayak deliveries will be quicker than this but some may take longer. Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman Fish. Old Town Discovery 119 Canoe - Compact and fun to paddle, the Discovery 119 has been a long time favorite. It's even well-suited for a double-bladed paddle. Check out online for "guide 119 modifications" to see some really nice things people are doing with their boats. We offer a delivery service on most kayaks & canoes covering most of the UK & Ireland - Some products and areas are excluded. joco. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2014. Compare Compare Now. Shallow arch bottom with straight sides and moderate rocker, Removable pneumatic wheels for compact storage. It will hold a course into a current with J strokes and will spin quick with sweeps. $669.99. You sit much higher over the water in the canoe than a yak. It’s specially made for Dicks Sporting Goods. Welcome to Old Town, makers of the finest canoes and kayaks. Old Town Discovery 119 Compact and fun to paddle, the Discovery 119 has been a popular choice for canoeists wanting to paddle solo, without having to transport and handle a 15 foot plus boat. 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. JLA FORUMS | Classifieds | FOR SALE - Georgia | FOR SALE - Atlanta, GA | Classifieds | FOR SALE - Georgia | FOR SALE - Atlanta, GA The standard seat that comes on the Old Town Guide 119. We offer a delivery service throughout the UK & Ireland. Easy to customized, stable on the water. Dick's Sporting Goods sells the exact same canoe (contact Old Town if you doubt this) under the name of Guide 119 for $400, and sometimes on sale for less. This page works best with JavaScript. We remain oversold on many kayaks. Available at … Compact and fun to paddle, the Discovery 119 has been a popular choice for canoeists wanting to paddle solo, without having to transport and handle a 15 foot plus boat. Video! 2) I am thinking 3 inches below bottom of gunnel. Beautiful finish. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. The new Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman is a highly manageable, delightfully lightweight boat. Mine has been down multiple rivers including the New River. Old Town Next vs Discovery 119 If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. They main issue is placement. Go. 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. looking for a summer on the erie canal! $599.99. ... For standing you need a wide double rec boat like the shorter Guide series. Disabling it will result in some disabled or missing features. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in, Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2014. at the time of this review i have taken two lake floats with this boat (red), one in a public park lake with a 2 mile circumference and the other on pyramid lake in northern nv. This thread is dedicated to documenting my Old Town Guide 119 canoe modifications. The canoe is great, offering good initial and secondary stability, a comfortable seat that is neither too low nor too high, and good construction. Like the others in the series, this solo canoe is agile, stable and easy to handle. NO YOKE. As far as the troller. Combining the best of both worlds, Old Town delivers the ideal grab-n-go watercraft for anglers and hunters alike. _ FIND YOUR KAYAK. While mostlycomfortable, I couldn’t help but feel like I was angling slightly forward when sitting. It's even well-suited for a double-bladed paddle. Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2013. Agile, stable and easy to handle, this diminutive canoe paddles well even for first time paddlers due to its shallow arched hull shape. Thread starter NMTracker; Start date Jan 12, 2014; NMTracker Scout. I’ve greatly appreciated the threads I’ve found to help me decide how to modify mine. Compared to other hybrids, the Sportsman excels at combining the best qualities of a canoe and kayak. canoe solo Old Town Guide 119 $790. Select products are available or visit an Authorized Dealer. Feb 26, 2015 - Shop a wide selection of Old Town Guide 119 Canoe at DICK’S Sporting Goods and order online for the finest quality products from the top brands you trust. 2. Works pretty good as long as I cut it in a single run. As the 119 weighs less than most white water kayaks, it is one of the few triple layer open canoes that can easily be lifted onto a car roof-rack  by one person; an almost essential quality if going out for a days paddling by yourself. Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2014. $799.99. We also offer a collect from store service. It is not as fast as the more expensive canoes, doesn't track as well and weighs twenty pounds more, but for six or eight hundred dollars less, I am a happy camper. Cutting the ash for the seat frame. Old Town Guide 160 Canoes. This was an easy fix. Old Town Made in USA. It is easier to get into, … Video! You can still see all customer reviews for the product. How much weight do you put in her? Hunt. Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2012. 5 Star Review on "Chicken Coop Old Town Guide 119 Seat Modification" :. Great all-around boat for the solo paddler or two smaller individuals. This legendary company still makes these in Maine. Maybe not as fast as my kayak but there are times when space and relaxation are priority. Suitable for use on gently moving rivers, canals, sheltered lakes and reservoirs. 1; 2; 3; First Prev 3 of 3 Go to page. With the Discovery 119 Solo Sportsman, Old Town delivers the ideal grab-n-go watercraft for anglers and hunters alike. Discovery 119 . Seat is comfortable and functional. Please make sure that you are posting in the form of a question. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Most deliveries arrive within 1-3 working days, although some deliveries may take longer. The keel line helps this short boat track well as does the lack of rocker. For further information, please read our Delivery Information page. Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2015. have not used yet. 240 pound man here looking at solo canoe. TOO HEAVY... NICE AFTER IN WATER. Comfortable seat with backrest. looks to be a fine canoe. If you’ve spent any time on Old Town’s website you will not have seen the Guide 119 there anywhere. Image from a September solo BWCA trip. There were a few little things that bugged me about it, nothing major, just minor little issues. Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2013. Jul 14, 2017 #41. 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. Compare Compare Now. Like all the canoes in the Discovery Series, the 119 is constructed from a very durable triple layer plastic that has been  fitted out to a very high quality. 4 Star Review on "Chicken Coop Old Town Guide 119 Seat Modification" :. Whether you opt for the Discovery 119 or the Guide 119, I think you will enjoy your purchase. Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Canoe Suitable for use with Kayak Paddle,... Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Canoe Suitable for use with Kayak Paddle, Red, 11-Feet 9-Inch. If you are specifically looking at solo canoes, you may also want to consider the Nova Craft Trapper 12 ,the Trapper is an extremely lightweight open boat, constructed from Tuff-Stuff material. An 8" X 20" blade adds power to your stroke. A painter kit can be used to secure your canoe or kayak to the bank, to  secure the bow/stern when loaded on a vehicle and to pull you the riverbank/shore. Jan 12, 2014 #1 I spent all day Friday and most of Saturday thinking through the positioning I could use to add a second seat to my OT Guide 119. I enjoy both but prefer the Discovery 119. We will be closed Dec 24, 25, 31 and Jan 1 to enjoy the holiday season. Most Kayak & Canoe deliveries arrive within 1-2 weeks (not guaranteed) from confirming your order. There's a problem loading this menu right now. You may have to register before you … Made with laminated basswood, these paddles offer a great quality paddle that is lighter and more comfortable in the hand than an alloy canoe paddle. 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