Things to Consider Before Buying a High-End Recreational Kayak<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"Pic](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/OLDTOWNLOON106-705x400.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe Old Town Loon 106 is a premium recreational kayak<\/strong>, and it\u2019s not as cheap as other models<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAs such, it\u2019s good to think about your priorities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ll have to consider whether you need a fast boat with great tracking or rather a maneuverable kayak for whitewater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, if you want to stand and cast, then you\u2019ll need a more stable kayak than the Loon 106.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Overall, the Loon 106 has excellent tracking,<\/strong> comfort<\/strong>, and speed<\/strong>. But you can\u2019t stand<\/strong> in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe sit-in design makes it great for bad weather <\/strong>because you can use a spray skirt<\/strong>. However, during the summer some people might prefer an open sit-on-top instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\nUnlike its longer brother, the Loon 126, the small weight capacity<\/strong> doesn\u2019t make it suitable for big guys<\/strong>. It\u2019s still good enough for camping trips<\/strong> though.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinally, remember to keep it out of the sun<\/strong> when not in use. Over time, the sun rays can warp the plastic hull, and there\u2019s no warranty against that kind of negligence.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpecifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"Old](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/OLD-TOWN-LOON-106-1-705x449.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n- Length<\/strong>: 10 ft 6\u202fin<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Width<\/strong>: 31 in<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cockpit dimensions<\/strong>: 56 in x 23 in<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Weight<\/strong>: 53\u202flb<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Load Capacity<\/strong>: 325 lb<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\nMaterial<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This boat is made of three-layer polyethylene<\/strong>, which makes it very floatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe material is virtually indestructible<\/strong>. It will withstand collisions<\/strong>, rocks<\/strong>, submerged tree branches, and almost anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHowever, it doesn\u2019t have a skid plate<\/strong>, so you should not drag it. Dragging it will damage the hull over time and reduce performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThis is a very light boat, so carry it over your shoulder instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Old Town Loon 106 is the second<\/strong>–fastest recreational kayak<\/strong>. The only recreational kayak that\u2019s faster than the Loon 106 is its longer brother, the Loon 126<\/p>\n\n\n\nSince this isn\u2019t a touring kayak, I honestly didn\u2019t expect it to perform that well<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nI\u2019ve told you in my Loon 126 article how I often go fishing in my Hobie Outback, with my wife in her Loon 126.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While I have a relaxed cruising speed of 3.5 mph in my Hobie, I can reach up to 5 mph if I pedal like crazy. Meanwhile, my wife just stays ahead of me<\/strong> the whole time.<\/p>\n\n\n\nI find this very impressive for a paddle kayak \u2212 being able to keep up with a fast pedal kayak<\/strong> such as the Hobie Outback.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNow, when we\u2019ve tried it on the water, the Loon 106 wasn\u2019t as fast as its longer brother. But it was still able to keep up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Maneuverability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Loon 106\u202fis a short <\/strong>recreational kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAs such, it\u2019s very easy to turn and super maneuverable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nI would feel confident taking it on narrow rivers<\/strong> up to class 3 whitewater.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOn big lakes and slow-moving rivers, you won\u2019t have any problems avoiding obstacles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Comfort<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Oldtown](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Oldtown-loon-106-seat-705x698.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe Loon seat is pretty comfortable, wide, <\/strong>and breathable<\/strong>.
Having sat in many boats, I\u2019d say it is hands-down the best seat of any recreational kayak<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt is fully adjustable. You can raise or lower it <\/strong>to stay comfortable at the knees.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can also adjust the back support <\/strong>by using the little wheel at the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd you can put it forward or backward while seated<\/strong> thanks to the handle on the left side.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAs expected, it has adjustable foot braces<\/strong>. They\u2019re easy to adjust by pushing or pulling the orange straps on the sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStability and Tracking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/OT-LOON-705x455.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nFor such a short boat, the Loon 106\u202freally shines.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFrom all the recreational kayaks I\u2019ve had the pleasure of testing, the Loon definitely has the best tracking<\/strong>. You\u2019ll find it easy to maintain your course, even though its longer brother does track a bit better.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEven in wind, the Loon doesn\u2019t get blown away<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThat said, remember that it has no rudder, and this is not a touring kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As such, it won\u2019t track as well as long boats with a rudder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This will be especially true if you\u2019re a beginner, as you\u2019ll have to learn to paddle efficiently to avoid turning from poor technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regarding stability, I\u2019ve never felt unstable<\/strong> with the Loon. However, you can\u2019t stand and cast<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you want a kayak to stand in, you can read my review of the most stable fishing kayaks<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDurability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As mentioned above, the Old Town Loon 106\u202fis an extremely durable <\/strong>kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\nI\u2019d be shocked if you managed to punch a hole through the hull.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And even if you did, the hull is covered by Old Town\u2019s lifetime warranty<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRegarding other components of the boat such as the hatches, I\u2019ve never heard any complaints <\/strong>\u2212 which means they don\u2019t break easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPortability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/OLDTOWN-LOON.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nAt only 53 pounds, the Loon 106 is easy to carry <\/strong>on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMost people won\u2019t have any problems loading it on top of an SUV<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCarrying it to and from the water is a piece of cake, and you won\u2019t need a kayak cart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It has comfortable, sturdy handles<\/strong> at the bow and stern to help with tandem carrying as well as loading and unloading it.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRemember to avoid dragging it as this will damage the hull over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
By the way, even the Loon 106 Angler weighs 53\u202fpounds<\/strong>, which is ridiculously light<\/strong> for a fishing kayak. So if you have a hard time carrying other, bigger kayaks, the Loon Angler might be worth looking into.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFishing Ease (Old Town Loon 106 Angler Review)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Oldtown-Loon106.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThis section will talk about the differences between the Loon 106\u202fand the Loon 106\u202fAngler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The hull, seat, speed, stability, comfort, tracking, and storage spaces are the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The main change is that the Old Town Angler has a paddle clip <\/strong>on the right side to keep your paddle when you\u2019re fishing.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAlso, it has two flush-mounted rod holders<\/strong> behind the seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinally, it has an anchor trolley <\/strong>on the left side that runs halfway through the boat (and not all the way to the bow like on other kayaks) This will be particularly useful on windy days or on swift-moving rivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\nApart from that, some features that both the regular and Angler version have, but that are very important for fishing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Big rear dry hatch<\/strong> to store a lot of gear, and even to go camping<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Some storage right behind the seat<\/strong> for a tackle box or baits<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Another dry hatch on the center console where you can place a battery to charge a camera or your phone with the included USB\u202fplug.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Overall, the Old Town Loon 106 Angler is a great fishing kayak if you need to cover more ground than with a more stable, slower sit-on-top boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nGet the Loon 106 Angler<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nFeatures and Accessories<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As discussed in the Fishing Ease section, the Loon 106 comes with a handy center console<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThis center console has a cup holder<\/strong>, as well as dry storage where you can put a battery <\/strong>to charge your phone or camera via USB.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBesides, this center console is easily removable <\/strong>if you want to bring a child or pet with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe seat folds down nicely for access to the storage space behind. I like to put a bottle of water and a sponge back there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Loon does come with a free anchor for kayak fishing, a drain plug, and a paddle clip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unfortunately, it doesn\u2019t come with a free paddle<\/strong>, unlike many recreational boats. Of course, if you\u2019re willing to pay $900+ for a kayak then you probably have no use for a cheap plastic paddle anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe storage capacity <\/strong>on the Loon 106\u202fis good<\/strong>, with a watertight hatch<\/strong> at the back, small dry storage at the front, as well as bungee cords<\/strong> on the bow. You won\u2019t have any problems taking this boat camping<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHowever, unlike the Loon 126\u202fit\u2019s not ideal for big guys<\/strong> because of the very small weight capacity (325 lb).<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinally, as said before, it doesn\u2019t have a rudder.<\/strong> This means that you shouldn\u2019t take it out when it\u2019s really windy as you\u2019ll have a hard time going straight.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWho is the Old Town Loon 106 for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"Old](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/OLDTOWN-LOON-106-705x188.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe Old Town Loon 106 is simply the best recreational kayak <\/strong>for women or smaller people. (For tall guys, I prefer the Loon 126)<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you need speed<\/strong>, stability<\/strong>, and tracking<\/strong>, then the Loon is perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHowever, if you\u2019re thinking to stand in the Loon Angler\u2026 I\u2019m afraid this won\u2019t happen, so you should consider other boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, despite the high price tag it still is a recreational kayak. If you plan on doing multi-day trips<\/strong> most of the time, consider a touring kayak instead<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAll in all, I\u2019ve never found a recreational kayak I like more than the Loon. It just strikes the perfect balance between speed, tracking, maneuverability, and light weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nGet Best Deal<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nAlternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\nOld Town Loon 106 Angler<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Pic](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/OLD-TOWN-LOON-ANGLER-106-705x185.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nGet Best Price<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nWe\u2019ve talked about the Loon Angler above, but I think it\u2019s important to understand that these are not the same kayaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Loon 106 is available in a \u201cregular\u201d model as well as an Angler version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So if you want the fishing-specific features, then be sure to get the right one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Or else, you won\u2019t get the two rod holders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apart from that, it\u2019s pretty much the same boat. With tons of storage, good speed, and tracking, I\u2019d say it\u2019s a good boat for day fishing trips<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you plan on fishing close to your launching point and you want to stand and cast \u2212 then consider a more stable kayak<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWilderness Systems Pungo 105<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Pic](\"https:\/\/www.happinesswithout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Wilderness-Systems-Pungo-105-705x186.jpg\")
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe WS Pungo 105 is also up there with the best recreational kayaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, it\u2019s not nearly as fast<\/strong> as the Loon 106.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt gets blown away by the wind quite easily with its subpar tracking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRegarding comfort <\/strong>and all the extra features<\/strong>, it\u2019s no match <\/strong>for the Loon. The Loon has hands-down the best seat in the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHowever, the Pungo is also cheaper<\/strong> than the Loon, which explains why people might prefer to go with this more \u201cbare-bones\u201d <\/strong>recreational kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe Old Town Loon 106 is a premium recreational kayak<\/strong>, and it\u2019s not as cheap as other models<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As such, it\u2019s good to think about your priorities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll have to consider whether you need a fast boat with great tracking or rather a maneuverable kayak for whitewater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, if you want to stand and cast, then you\u2019ll need a more stable kayak than the Loon 106.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Overall, the Loon 106 has excellent tracking,<\/strong> comfort<\/strong>, and speed<\/strong>. But you can\u2019t stand<\/strong> in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The sit-in design makes it great for bad weather <\/strong>because you can use a spray skirt<\/strong>. However, during the summer some people might prefer an open sit-on-top instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unlike its longer brother, the Loon 126, the small weight capacity<\/strong> doesn\u2019t make it suitable for big guys<\/strong>. It\u2019s still good enough for camping trips<\/strong> though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, remember to keep it out of the sun<\/strong> when not in use. Over time, the sun rays can warp the plastic hull, and there\u2019s no warranty against that kind of negligence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This boat is made of three-layer polyethylene<\/strong>, which makes it very floatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The material is virtually indestructible<\/strong>. It will withstand collisions<\/strong>, rocks<\/strong>, submerged tree branches, and almost anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it doesn\u2019t have a skid plate<\/strong>, so you should not drag it. Dragging it will damage the hull over time and reduce performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a very light boat, so carry it over your shoulder instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Old Town Loon 106 is the second<\/strong>–fastest recreational kayak<\/strong>. The only recreational kayak that\u2019s faster than the Loon 106 is its longer brother, the Loon 126<\/p>\n\n\n\n Since this isn\u2019t a touring kayak, I honestly didn\u2019t expect it to perform that well<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I\u2019ve told you in my Loon 126 article how I often go fishing in my Hobie Outback, with my wife in her Loon 126.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While I have a relaxed cruising speed of 3.5 mph in my Hobie, I can reach up to 5 mph if I pedal like crazy. Meanwhile, my wife just stays ahead of me<\/strong> the whole time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I find this very impressive for a paddle kayak \u2212 being able to keep up with a fast pedal kayak<\/strong> such as the Hobie Outback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now, when we\u2019ve tried it on the water, the Loon 106 wasn\u2019t as fast as its longer brother. But it was still able to keep up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Loon 106\u202fis a short <\/strong>recreational kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As such, it\u2019s very easy to turn and super maneuverable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I would feel confident taking it on narrow rivers<\/strong> up to class 3 whitewater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On big lakes and slow-moving rivers, you won\u2019t have any problems avoiding obstacles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Loon seat is pretty comfortable, wide, <\/strong>and breathable<\/strong>. It is fully adjustable. You can raise or lower it <\/strong>to stay comfortable at the knees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also adjust the back support <\/strong>by using the little wheel at the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And you can put it forward or backward while seated<\/strong> thanks to the handle on the left side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As expected, it has adjustable foot braces<\/strong>. They\u2019re easy to adjust by pushing or pulling the orange straps on the sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For such a short boat, the Loon 106\u202freally shines.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n From all the recreational kayaks I\u2019ve had the pleasure of testing, the Loon definitely has the best tracking<\/strong>. You\u2019ll find it easy to maintain your course, even though its longer brother does track a bit better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even in wind, the Loon doesn\u2019t get blown away<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That said, remember that it has no rudder, and this is not a touring kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As such, it won\u2019t track as well as long boats with a rudder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This will be especially true if you\u2019re a beginner, as you\u2019ll have to learn to paddle efficiently to avoid turning from poor technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Regarding stability, I\u2019ve never felt unstable<\/strong> with the Loon. However, you can\u2019t stand and cast<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want a kayak to stand in, you can read my review of the most stable fishing kayaks<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As mentioned above, the Old Town Loon 106\u202fis an extremely durable <\/strong>kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I\u2019d be shocked if you managed to punch a hole through the hull.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And even if you did, the hull is covered by Old Town\u2019s lifetime warranty<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Regarding other components of the boat such as the hatches, I\u2019ve never heard any complaints <\/strong>\u2212 which means they don\u2019t break easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At only 53 pounds, the Loon 106 is easy to carry <\/strong>on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most people won\u2019t have any problems loading it on top of an SUV<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Carrying it to and from the water is a piece of cake, and you won\u2019t need a kayak cart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It has comfortable, sturdy handles<\/strong> at the bow and stern to help with tandem carrying as well as loading and unloading it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember to avoid dragging it as this will damage the hull over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By the way, even the Loon 106 Angler weighs 53\u202fpounds<\/strong>, which is ridiculously light<\/strong> for a fishing kayak. So if you have a hard time carrying other, bigger kayaks, the Loon Angler might be worth looking into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This section will talk about the differences between the Loon 106\u202fand the Loon 106\u202fAngler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The hull, seat, speed, stability, comfort, tracking, and storage spaces are the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The main change is that the Old Town Angler has a paddle clip <\/strong>on the right side to keep your paddle when you\u2019re fishing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, it has two flush-mounted rod holders<\/strong> behind the seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, it has an anchor trolley <\/strong>on the left side that runs halfway through the boat (and not all the way to the bow like on other kayaks) This will be particularly useful on windy days or on swift-moving rivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apart from that, some features that both the regular and Angler version have, but that are very important for fishing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Overall, the Old Town Loon 106 Angler is a great fishing kayak if you need to cover more ground than with a more stable, slower sit-on-top boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As discussed in the Fishing Ease section, the Loon 106 comes with a handy center console<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This center console has a cup holder<\/strong>, as well as dry storage where you can put a battery <\/strong>to charge your phone or camera via USB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Besides, this center console is easily removable <\/strong>if you want to bring a child or pet with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The seat folds down nicely for access to the storage space behind. I like to put a bottle of water and a sponge back there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Loon does come with a free anchor for kayak fishing, a drain plug, and a paddle clip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unfortunately, it doesn\u2019t come with a free paddle<\/strong>, unlike many recreational boats. Of course, if you\u2019re willing to pay $900+ for a kayak then you probably have no use for a cheap plastic paddle anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The storage capacity <\/strong>on the Loon 106\u202fis good<\/strong>, with a watertight hatch<\/strong> at the back, small dry storage at the front, as well as bungee cords<\/strong> on the bow. You won\u2019t have any problems taking this boat camping<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, unlike the Loon 126\u202fit\u2019s not ideal for big guys<\/strong> because of the very small weight capacity (325 lb).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Finally, as said before, it doesn\u2019t have a rudder.<\/strong> This means that you shouldn\u2019t take it out when it\u2019s really windy as you\u2019ll have a hard time going straight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Old Town Loon 106 is simply the best recreational kayak <\/strong>for women or smaller people. (For tall guys, I prefer the Loon 126)<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you need speed<\/strong>, stability<\/strong>, and tracking<\/strong>, then the Loon is perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, if you\u2019re thinking to stand in the Loon Angler\u2026 I\u2019m afraid this won\u2019t happen, so you should consider other boats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also, despite the high price tag it still is a recreational kayak. If you plan on doing multi-day trips<\/strong> most of the time, consider a touring kayak instead<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All in all, I\u2019ve never found a recreational kayak I like more than the Loon. It just strikes the perfect balance between speed, tracking, maneuverability, and light weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We\u2019ve talked about the Loon Angler above, but I think it\u2019s important to understand that these are not the same kayaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Loon 106 is available in a \u201cregular\u201d model as well as an Angler version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So if you want the fishing-specific features, then be sure to get the right one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Or else, you won\u2019t get the two rod holders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apart from that, it\u2019s pretty much the same boat. With tons of storage, good speed, and tracking, I\u2019d say it\u2019s a good boat for day fishing trips<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you plan on fishing close to your launching point and you want to stand and cast \u2212 then consider a more stable kayak<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The WS Pungo 105 is also up there with the best recreational kayaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it\u2019s not nearly as fast<\/strong> as the Loon 106.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It gets blown away by the wind quite easily with its subpar tracking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Regarding comfort <\/strong>and all the extra features<\/strong>, it\u2019s no match <\/strong>for the Loon. The Loon has hands-down the best seat in the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, the Pungo is also cheaper<\/strong> than the Loon, which explains why people might prefer to go with this more \u201cbare-bones\u201d <\/strong>recreational kayak.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSpecifications<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Material<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Speed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Maneuverability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Comfort<\/h3>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
Having sat in many boats, I\u2019d say it is hands-down the best seat of any recreational kayak<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStability and Tracking<\/h3>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nDurability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Portability<\/h3>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nFishing Ease (Old Town Loon 106 Angler Review)<\/h2>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Features and Accessories<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Who is the Old Town Loon 106 for?<\/h2>\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nAlternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Old Town Loon 106 Angler<\/h3>\n\n\n
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