This is a world for those about to rock, but not to roll. A world for people who choose to test themselves in remote and/or adventurous places in order to place their flags on the white areas of their passion. People with a choice, who choose to look at the world from a different angle. Anglers. Going out there to follow their sometimes misunderstood drive, they need something to rely on and our today’s suggestion is Old Town Predator MX Fishing Kayak, an amazing fishing kayak. We will try to present its features in the most honest way possible because once you make this choice to face them restless rivers, every piece of advice comes with a whole bunch of responsibility. We are aware that safety comes first, but also that necessities come right away on second. And nothing has to be fishy, right?
The credibility of the brand
Old Town kayaks come a long way. Predator MX comes to confirm their experience in the field, people who tried the former versions of their kayaks were happy with the product and this one only comes forward better, with new features.
Comfort
When you are ready to spend hours on the water to get to the desired place, comfort is not a luxury, but a necessity. You do not want to reach the fishing spot and get beaten by a, let’s say, 10 pounds bream. With Old Town Predator MX Fishing Kayak, comfort is a given. The driver seat is designed to help you make kayaking and fishing both carefree and it also has the functionality to pop down and disappear for storage. It does not matter what your own size is, the Element Seating System is designed to fit all users, it is very comfortable and ideal for long fishing trips or fishing tournaments. If the trip is too long and you get bored, the system is adjustable, you can even set the chair in three different positions: low, when you are paddling in search of the Holy Grail, a.k.a. the perfect fishing spot, high, for reeling and casting, and folded back, when you want the chair simply out of your way.
Stability
Old Town Predator MX is one of the most stable kayaks out there, mostly due to its width and tri-layer hull. It almost makes you feel like fishing onshore, except when the water is really choppy.
Hull Speed
This type of kayak has a very smooth glide and an excellent hull speed, almost without a drag. This feature is essential because if you are to be on time at a fishing spot, not only that you will get there before other anglers, but you will also have your energy saved for the best part: fishing itself.
Remarkable features
The Predator MX is about 12 feet long, making it smaller and easier to transport. If you are into saltwater fishing, this version has a comfortable handle in the back for pushing or pulling it. The back of the kayak also comes with storage spaces, for a cooler or a tackle box, it has drain holes to prevent the water to get stuck in its back cavity, strong handles making it easy to move.
If we look at its middle, we can also find a lot of storage space, equipped with a lot of accessories. You have scupper holes, one of the best ways to keep your kayak dry, preventing water to come up. The water drains out the boat naturally, not a worry for the user. The plugs are one way, they do not let the water make a comeback and they used to come as a must-buy accessory. Predator MX got them ready for you. At the top, we find dry storage, including a battery pack. A nice and useful transducer that you can connect all your wires to, the lights, whatever, functioning on a 12-volt battery. If you need a dry and safe space to keep your rubber baits or your worms, there is a special pocket for that, near the right side.
Moving to the front of the kayak, apart from the Element Seating System, you can find replaceable deck rails for your equipment. Predator MX also has a paddle holder, available on both sides.
Other features include:
- Performance Crafted Tri-Hull, meaning the kayak is designed with a modified ”V” hull, having three distinctive points underwater and making the kayak more stable;
- 6 Removable Mounting Plates that can save your day if you start adding accessories that need to be mounted with bolts;
- Slip Resistant Exo-Ridge Deck, preventing the lucky user or the gear to slip;
- A Tank Well that can also keep your gear dry;
- Stand-up Assist Strap, placed straight in front of the user, which helps you stand up, especially useful when your hands are busy with the gear;
- Support Track Foot Brace System, a great feature, an easily adjustable foot brace that helps a lot when the fishing trip is long and you need to stay comfortable.
Oh My Rod
The good news is that Old Town Predator MX, being a fishing kayak, your rods will be spoiled as they deserved, with rod tip holders and rod retainer bungees. With the rod tip holders, which are silicone mats, your rod tips are protected in case you step on them or place other equipment on them and they also hold the tips so they would not tangle up with other kayaks. The rod retainer bungees are designed to hold your rods, preventing your gear to shift around in the boat as you are paddling towards a great fishing day. We do not have bad news.
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Conclusions
Old Town Predator MX is one of the finest and more appreciated kayaks out there. Lots of features that your only worries are if you brought the camera to get proof of your wonderful fishing journey. And also lots of space, for all the extra gear you need. And even for a furry companion.
