Better rudder response matters when you are holding a course, changing casting angles, or maneuvering a fishing kayak through changing water conditions. The Boonedox Old Town Rudder replaces the standard rudder blade on compatible Old Town Sportsman kayaks with a rigid 3/16-inch aluminum upgrade designed for quicker turns and straighter tracking.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | 3/16-inch aluminum |
| Weight | Approximately 3 lb |
| Colors | Black or BDX Orange |
| Compatible Models | Sportsman 106MK, AutoPilot 120, AutoPilot 136, Sportsman 106 PDL, Sportsman 120 PDL, Sportsman Salty PDL |
| Additional Compatibility | Sportsman 106 and Sportsman 120 when equipped with the OT Rudder Kit |
A rudder earns its place when the kayak is moving and you need control without constantly correcting your line. The larger steering role becomes especially useful while pedaling or motoring between spots, following a shoreline, lining up a cast, or making a tighter directional change. The rigid aluminum blade is designed to translate steering input into quicker turning while helping the kayak maintain a straighter track.
If your compatible Old Town Sportsman is already part of your fishing system, this rudder gives the steering setup a purpose-built aluminum upgrade focused on maneuverability and tracking.
Boonedox lists the Sportsman 106MK, AutoPilot 120, AutoPilot 136, Sportsman 106 PDL, Sportsman 120 PDL, and Sportsman Salty PDL as compatible models.
Yes, according to Boonedox, the rudder can be used on the Sportsman 106 and Sportsman 120 when the kayak is equipped with the Old Town Rudder Kit.
Boonedox designed the rudder to provide quicker turns and straighter tracking, making it useful when changing direction, maintaining a heading, or setting up your boat position for the next cast.
The Boonedox version uses rigid 3/16-inch aluminum and is sold as an aftermarket upgrade focused on durability, maneuverability, and tracking.
No. This product is the rudder blade upgrade; the kayak's existing compatible rudder-control system continues to provide steering input.