Pedal Kayaks · Fishing
When the water gets big, small kayaks feel small. The Old Town Predator BigWater PDL 132 is a 13 foot 2 inch pedal-driven fishing kayak built for open water: big lakes, bays, and coastal water where you need to cover distance and stay stable doing it.
When the water gets big, small kayaks feel small. The Old Town Predator BigWater PDL 132 is a 13 foot 2 inch pedal-driven fishing kayak built for open water: big lakes, bays, and coastal water where you need to cover distance and stay stable doing it. The PDL drive gives you instant forward and reverse, and the hull is designed to be both efficient and standable.
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Who the BigWater PDL 132 is for
This boat is for anglers who fish big, open water and want their hands free. If you troll, drift, or work structure while casting, pedal power changes everything. It’s also a great pick for bigger anglers, thanks to the 500 pound total capacity. Tournament bass guys, inshore saltwater anglers, and anyone who regularly pedals a mile or more to their spot will feel at home here.
Stability: a stand-up big water platform
The 36 inch beam and tri-hull design make this one of the most stable pedal kayaks in its class. The non-slip EVA foam deck pads give you sure footing, and standing to sight fish or make long casts feels natural, even in a light chop. It’s the kind of stability that lets you fight a fish standing up without thinking about the boat. The hull is efficient enough for open water but still maneuverable, with a one-hand rudder control for steering while you pedal.
Comfort and the seat
Old Town’s Element Seating System is one of the better stock seats in the business. It has real lumbar support, slides on a shuttle track to fit your leg length, and the mesh cover drains and breathes to keep you dry on hot days. The seat and the PDL drive both pop out for transport, which matters because this is a heavy boat. You can also add the Steady-Stand bar if you want extra support when getting up.
Storage and rigging
The BigWater PDL 132 is loaded. Two accessory tracks up front and two in the stern give you mounting options everywhere. The oversized stern tankwell with removable bungees swallows a cooler, bait bucket, or tackle crate. A sealed bow hatch keeps gear dry, and there’s a 6 inch hatch in the drive console plus a custom tackle box included. You get one forward-facing and two rear-facing flush mount rod holders, a universal transducer mounting system for your fish finder, a paddle clip on the side of the hull, and a cup holder. Six removable mounting plates mean you can move accessories around without drilling new holes.
Pedal drive performance
The PDL drive is the star. It pedals like a bike, it’s quiet, and it’s low maintenance, with a patented easy-docking system that makes launching and landing painless. The instant forward and reverse is the feature you didn’t know you needed. Hold on a spot in current, back away from a dock, or slow your drift, all with your feet while both hands stay on the rod. It tips up for shallow water and docking. You can still paddle the boat with the drive removed, and at 13 feet 2 inches it paddles fine for a pedal kayak.
Honest drawbacks
Weight. At 122 pounds fully assembled, this is not a cartop boat for most people. Plan on a trailer, a truck bed, or a very good cart, and take the 21 pound drive and 6 pound seat out before you lift the 95 pound hull. It’s also a lot of boat for small creeks and tight ponds. The price is premium, as pedal kayaks tend to be. And while the PDL drive is reliable and low maintenance, any mechanical drive has more moving parts than a paddle, so rinse it after saltwater use and check it over now and then.
Old Town Predator/BigWater PDL 132 specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length | 13′ 2″ |
| Width | 36″ |
| Weight | 122 lbs (assembled) |
| Capacity | 500 lbs (total) |
| Drive type | Pedal (PDL Drive) |
Old Town Predator/BigWater PDL 132 Fishing Kayak FAQ
Does the PDL drive have reverse?
Yes. Instant forward and reverse with no cables to pull, which is one of its biggest advantages for boat control.
Can you stand and fish in the BigWater PDL 132?
Yes. The 36 inch tri-hull, EVA deck pads, and rudder steering make it a confident stand-up platform.
How heavy is it really?
122 pounds fully assembled. The drive (21 lbs) and seat (6 lbs) remove easily, leaving a 95 pound hull to load.
Is it good for saltwater?
Yes, it’s built for lakes, bays, and coastal water. Rinse the drive after saltwater trips to keep it in top shape.
- Old Town Predator BigWater PDL 132 pedal kayak on open water
- Angler standing and casting from an Old Town BigWater PDL 132
- Close-up of the Old Town PDL pedal drive unit
Where to Buy
If the Old Town Predator/BigWater PDL 132 Fishing Kayak sounds like your kind of boat, check the current price:
Also check out our reviews of the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 Fishing Kayak, Old Town Sportsman BigWater PDL 132 Fishing Kayak, Old Town Malibu PDL Fishing Kayak, Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot 120 Fishing Kayak, and Old Town Sportsman 120 Fishing Kayak.
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