Vapor 10 Angler

10'
Length
28.5"
Width (in)
49
Weight (lb)
$499.99
MSRP

Vapor 10 Angler Description

Anglers looking for a compact kayak that can carry a load will love the Vapor 10 Angler. This kayak offers a stable, yet efficient ride. The large cockpit opening is designed for a comfortable yet reassuring ride. Equipped with a comfortable seat, flush mounted rod holders, and an anchor trolley system, the Vapor 10 Angler goes beyond the basics. Perfect for anglers and sportsmen, the Vapor 10 Angler is great for those just learning how to paddle.

Vapor 10 Angler Specs and Features

  • Structure: Rigid / Hard Shell
  • Cockpit Type: Sit Inside
  • Seating Configuration: Solo
  • Ideal Paddler Size: Average Adult, Larger Adult
  • Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
  • Ideal Paddler Size: Average Adult, Larger Adult
  • Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate

Additional Attributes

  • Adjustable Comfort Flex seat
  • Glide Track foot brace system
  • Stern day well
  • Molded-in paddle rest
  • Molded-in cockpit tray with cup holder
  • Thigh pads
  • Anchor trolley system
  • Flush mounted rod holders
  • Built in carry handles
  • Skid Plate
  • Drain Plug

Old Town Canoe and Kayak
Vapor 10 Angler Reviews

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1

I am sorry to say, My list…

Submitted by: paddler1604670 on 7/21/2021

I am sorry to say, My list time out I dumped over and lost fishing gear and some personal pride I made a fast move to my right to grab my fishing rod and kept on going. Very difficult once in water. I have designed a set of floats and they do work.

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Old Town Vapor 10 Angler…

Submitted by: guest-paddler on 6/23/2021

Old Town Vapor 10 Angler kayak

Pros:

Light and easy to handle, paddle holder molded in perpendicular in front of you, adjustable seat back (while in the yak), large cockpit opening to get in and out, plenty of room in the cockpit to carry things, thigh pads, dock cleat, skid plate, cup holder and a tray to hold small things in the front of the cockpit, another cup holder in front of seat between your legs.

Cons:

The drain plug! An almost useless anchor trolley and no dry storage. If you’re short, the cup holder in the cockpit tray might be a little difficult to reach (because of the large cockpit opening which I have listed as a pro above).

Upgrades:

Foot operated Crack of Dawn rudder with deployment system.

Old Town hatch cover to fit the stern day well.

4.5" waterproof deck plate and dry bag inside, back of stern day well.

Replaced anchor trolley with a YakAttack LeverLoc anchor trolley, bow to stern with Harken pulleys.

Anchor reel and anchor locking cam cleat.

2 additional flush mount rod holders behind seat.

2 additional rod holders inside the hull (6' rod limitation on these).

Rod leashes for all rod holders as well as for the paddle.

Added Yakpad high back gel butt and back pad to existing padded seat.

Plier/scissor/sponge holder.

Old Town Contour Carry Handles

Shark teeth with eyes stickers on the bow, they make it go faster :)

This is a great, reasonably priced kayak. I think best suited for still and slow moving waters (class 1, maybe 2). By using the rudder in addition to the paddle I found that it worked much better in faster water but still probably best to avoid.

Mine is the Vapor 10 Angler model (the Angler basically adds two flush mount rod holders behind the seat, bungee cords across the front deck for securing loads, a dock cleat and a crappy anchor trolley). I added additional items for fishing which is mostly what I do out of it.

At 10’ long and 28" wide, I would expect it to be more stable than it is. Fine for still water but watch moving too fast in the cockpit while in moving water. I think it's because the hull is kind of rounded. My Old Town Predator has a better designed tri-hull and is more stable (it's a sit-on as opposed to this being a sit-in). Sit-ins have a lower center of gravity which helps with stability while sit-ons have a higher CG, they tend to have better designed hulls though for stability. I'm speaking of recreational kayaks, like these. It tracks okay but not great, added the rudder and it tracks fantastic now. It’s not a speed demon but when I’m floating a river as opposed to fishing one, I don’t have difficulty keeping up. The larger length-to-width ratio probably slows it a little. If I had it to do all over I would get the Vapor 12 Angler. A little faster, room for 7’ rods internally, a little more room for gear (for overnighters), 50lbs more weight capacity and it only weighs 9lbs more.

A true point of contention is the location of the drain plug, it’s absolutely ridiculous and mostly useless. It’s near the middle of the boat by the rear of the cockpit. It is so awkward trying to drain your boat and you won’t get all of the water out. I added marine sealant to the threads of the plug, over tightened it and the ground the top off of it (essentially sealing it for good). Then I purchased a drain plug kit and installed it in the front, top, right side, works great now. I have another Old Town and use to have another Old Town and neither of them had such a poor placement of the drain plug, they really would have been better off to just leave it off and let the buyer add their own. A lot of Vapor owners complain about this and if you look on their website, the new Vapors still use this ridiculous placement…c’mon Old Town!

This is my first sit-in and while I’m really pleased with this yak, I find that I do prefer my sit-on. My sit-on is much heavier to hall around but easier to fish out of but because of its size, there are a lot of places that I can’t take it because it’s too difficult to get to the water or the water has too many shallow bars and those are the places that this Vapor 10 shines. One last thing, the Vapor has molded rigid carry handles in the front and rear (which most people prefer), I found them hard on my wrists while carrying (broke both wrists in the past) so I installed the Old Town contour carry handles. They are a dual-density handle contoured for comfort and I attached them to the original rigid carry handles, much easier to carry now.

I would definitely recommend this kayak, great for beginners as well as more advanced kayakers.

3

Pros: Roomy cockpit, easy to…

Submitted by: Presschecker on 12/8/2020
Pros: Roomy cockpit, easy to get in and out of, tracks fairly well for a 10 foot kayak, fun to paddle, relatively inexpensive, durable hull. The adjustable foot rests are easy to adjust when on the water. The seat back adjustment system works better than I expected. It has a wide range of adjustment and stays where I put it. The seat comfort is adequate. I like the fore and aft carrying handles. ThIs kayak is also fairly light at about 47 pounds. I can easily load it by myself in my short bed pickup truck with the tailgate down and I don’t feel like too much of it is hanging out the back. (Be sure to use a safety flag.) Cons: Roomy cockpit holds a lot of water when capsized. (Ask me how I know.) The styrofoam inserts in the bow and stern keep it from sinking to the bottom, but you are not going to get back in it and float while in the water. The only option is to take it to shore to dump out the water, so it’s best not to go out any further than you are willing/able to swim (wear a PFD). The stability is OK, but the reviewer who said he can stand up in it to cast must be a professional tight rope walker. It isn’t nearly that stable for most normal people. The high hull is sensitive to the wind. It is slow. No dry storage
5

Great starter kayak for…

Submitted by: Pauldues on 6/17/2019

Great starter kayak for fishing!

5

I have really enjoyed this…

Submitted by: paddler450717 on 7/9/2018

I have really enjoyed this kayak. It is built like a battleship and can fit my 6'5" frame. Fairly stable and easy to paddle.

5

I got this on sale at…

Submitted by: paddler443774 on 6/18/2018

I got this on sale at sportsmans warehouse about 2 years ago. All in all its been everything I could ask for. Nice and wide and stable, stable enough to stand up and cast in. I can carry all my fishing gear inside the kayak while carring by myself which is great to cut down on parking fees. The only complaint has been I don't have enough time as if like to fish.

4

The Vapor 10 by Old Town…

Submitted by: Wreedy on 5/30/2018

The Vapor 10 by Old Town Canoe is a great kayak for beginners and intermediate paddlers. Ease of entry, manuverability, and good secondary stabilization makes this a great kayak. The Angler version of the Vapor gives you two rod holders, an anchor system and bungie hold-downs. If you don't care about rod holders, anchors or bungies, then the standard Vapor 10 is for you. Two cup holders makes this yak a luxury model. Adjustable footpegs allow the paddler to customize the pegs for optimal leg position. Easy access backrest adjustment can be made without breaking stride. I like the solid handles at fore and aft for carrying the kayak. Tracking is good without sacrificing manuverability. The only negative that I have about the Vapor 10 Angler is the location of the drain plug. In my opinion, someone didn't put much thought into it's location, "Wait! we forgot to put the drain plug in... this looks good. Put it there." You can't open it and position your kayak to drain. You have to hold the kayak in an ackward way to get any water out. Even then, it's next to impossible to get all the water out. I guess that's what sponges are for.

4

Very solid boat, stable,…

Submitted by: Paddle_daddy on 5/30/2018

Very solid boat, stable, easy to handle, great for fishing rivers and cant beat the price. Could use front storage..

5

I have had my Vapor 10 a…

Submitted by: Kayakkid on 2/15/2018

I have had my Vapor 10 a couple of years now and can say this is one great kayak. I primarily use my kayak for fishing small lakes and waterways. It easily navigates into places that other boats find impossible enabling me to catch fish that others can't reach. Furthermore, it is stable and have never once felt like I was going to flip. In fact, I also own a bass boat and have not had it on the water since I started fishing from the kayak.

5

We have 4 of them and they…

Submitted by: cshoupt on 8/10/2016
We have 4 of them and they are the perfect kayak for traveling, fishing, even just exploring. We take our Grandsons on vacation and day trips with these. Large enough to hold whatever gear they want, small enough to haul easily and light enough for the boys to maneuver on there own. Two thumbs up for ruggedness too, 12 year old boys are not gentle with the vapors. And at a reasonable price they just seem to be the best of all worlds
5

First thing to know is that…

Submitted by: guest-paddler on 7/7/2016

First thing to know is that this kayak is incredibly stable. It would take a great deal of effort to flip one.

Taking this into account it is surprisingly fast for it's width, and tracks well.

Another positive is that it is quite durable, even with a couple light drops I have suffered no ill effects.

The seat was comfortable enough, however I haven't used it for more than 3 hours in a go yet to know if it would be an issue for longer floats.

Personally I love how this boat looks in the water. Like you mixed a tank with a shark with kayak.

Obviously at this price point it is more of an intro boat, or one you get so other folk can use it. For being in that class it is flawless, and is a very good "all around" kayak. But you can get kayaks that track better, are more stable etc. if that is what you are into.

I haven't fished from it but it seems to be set up well for that.

Although I haven't had an issue with it I'd say the weight is approaching 50 pounds, something to keep in mind if that might be an issue for you.

5

I own two of the Old Town…

Submitted by: Treymcclure on 2/24/2016
I own two of the Old Town Vapor 10 Angler deluxe kayaks. They're a great kayak for the money. It has plenty of room for rods and gear. The kayak tracks very well in the water and it's lightweight so it's easy to carry.
5

I have purchased 2 of these…

Submitted by: paddler236640 on 2/3/2016
I have purchased 2 of these kayaks over the last several years. I used them in lakes and in the backwaters of the everglades and in Florida bay. For the money, you can't beat this boat. It tracks fairly well and is very stable even in choppy water. I have battled several sharks in the 3 to six foot range. Never felt like I was in danger. I am a big guy about 6 foot and 260lbs. Would not hesitate to recommend. Tight lines!
4

The good -Rugged hull, nice…

Submitted by: becjyaya on 9/16/2015
The good -Rugged hull, nice foot pegs that are easy to adjust and adjustable back rest adds to comfort. Tracks well and feels super stable (secondary stability) Large opening of cockpit is great for big guys not to feel crowded and allows you to keep tackle handy. The trade offs - does not come with bungee to hold items in storage area in rear. If you are a smaller person the cup holder/storage in front of you is really kinda far and you will need a thick cushion under you to make paddling easier or your arms will fatigue from having to hold them so high to clear the sides.
So big guys - this boat is for you! Little lady? you will need to adjust...
4

I love my Old Town Kayak! I…

Submitted by: CLeeMaguire on 9/4/2015
I love my Old Town Kayak! I am a new kayaker and this is just the right size for me! Easy to load by myself on the top of my jeep. I love yakking in rivers and creeks and the length makes it easy for me to maneuver around logs and trees. I don't have the speed I would like though. I would like the seat to be a little higher.
Overall it is a great yak!
4

It needs a skeg. Tracks ok…

Submitted by: dltigerjohnson on 9/1/2015
It needs a skeg. Tracks ok when paddling but when u stop it veers left or right making angling with it difficult. I have a W/S Commander 14ft, a Native Ultimate 14ft and a Native Magic 14.5 ft kayak so I do a lot of paddling.

For a 10ft yak it is fairly quick. I am 5'10" and weigh 190lbs this yak has no problem with my weight even when loaded down. The seat is not bad but not good. I simply put a padded seat on top of the stock seat and I paddle in comfort. I put a small skeg on it and I love this small yak now.

If u are looking for a yak to fish or hunt out of this one needs to be on your list. Its light, rugged and fairly quick. U will need a skeg or rudder but the yak is well made.

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This Thing needs a skeg! I…

Submitted by: paddler236456 on 8/26/2015
This Thing needs a skeg! I got the Trip 10 from Dicks (same except for tray) really sucks when you wanna aim for the pads to throw a senko, as soon as you stop paddling.....Hooks to left or right. I took this back! The room inside the cockpit was awesome, you can almost sleep in this thing but its slow, like paddling a bathtub around. Its also very soft plastic (can be scratched w/ fingernail) I am aware that Old Town guarantees hulls for life BUT. I'm sure some will be happy, the deck height is great. even with size 11 or 12 shoes on you have good height but this was just not what i was looking for.
5

As a 62 year old, slightly…

Submitted by: SirRonny on 8/24/2015
As a 62 year old, slightly overweight guy, I was getting to the point where carrying and moving my 15' Grumman aluminum canoe was a chore. I finally sold it and bought the Old Town Angler after doing a little research on what things I liked to do, fishing and backwater cruising, with some small lake and river travel as well. To say I was pleasantly surprised would be an understatement.

The little Angler tracks well, stability is excellent and it paddles easily. Never did I feel threatened by wakes, wind or submerged obstacles. If there is a downside to the whole yak, it would be the forward mounted cup holder/dash. It is much too far forward to reach, for me anyway, and I just kept my water bottle beside me and it wasn't a problem. The rod holders are nice for trolling, but rods standing up can get in the way of traveling in brushy areas. Too, I would have preferred to have a covered hatch area in the stern, instead of just the opening. I installed a set of cleats and bungees to secure gear and it helped considerably.

The built in paddle holder is a nice touch and I also used it to support my fishing rod, setting the butt of the rod between my legs and resting the rod on the paddle. The anchor trolley is a nice touch, although one I haven't used yet. I can see where if one is wanting to anchor to fish that this will be a handy feature and one I will try out soon. There is plenty of room behind the seat for storage and also under the front deck. I haven't used the bungee area on the bow deck, but could see where it might be handy for a dry bag or some other small item. Weighing over 20# less and being 5' shorter than my aluminum canoe, it makes it much handier to load and unload from the roof of my Jeep Liberty.

All in all, I love the little Vapor Angler and would highly recommend this to someone wanting a stable fishing or day cruising craft.

4

I've had my Vapor Angler for…

Submitted by: paddler236320 on 7/2/2015
I've had my Vapor Angler for about two months now. I've been on four river trips on smaller rivers and one trip on the Mississippi. This boat has performed very well in both conditions. the river trips required a lot of maneuvering around downed trees and cypress stumps, the Mississippi was just very fast currents. The vapor was very stable in all situations, never felt challenged maintaining balance. The only negative, it seems a little slower than some other kayaks in our group, I had to work a little harder to keep up. however for what it is designed for and what I intend to use it for I am very satisfied. It has room to stow equipment for extended days on the river.
4

The Old Town Vapor 10 Angler…

Submitted by: Wreedy on 7/1/2015
The Old Town Vapor 10 Angler kayak is a great boat for beginners. I've always wanted to learn to kayak, and when my kids expressed an interest, there was no more excuses. I purchased a Vapor 10 Angler, Vapor 10, and a Perception SOT. Between the SOT and the Vapor, I'll chose the Vapor anytime. It's maneuverability is very good and tracks quite well. I have no problem lifting the yak onto an Xterra for transport. The seat is above average, but I always bring a cushion. The molded in paddle holder is very convenient. The bottle holder built into the seat is very handy, but the front cup holder is too far away and too shallow. The Angler option gives you rod holders, trawling anchor, and tie downs. I love the Vapors and would recommend them to anyone.
4

Second review here. Nice yak…

Submitted by: paddler236142 on 5/14/2015
Second review here. Nice yak for the price. I have tried sit on top style yaks and the seating is certainly more comfortable but if waves are choppy you'll get wet. Sit in style nice compromise. Tried modifying seat for comfort but ended up too tippy. HIGHLY RECOMMEND getting a Kabooty seat/tailbone cushion!!! Without it -- tailbone and butt cramping. With it--- fish for hours with little issues (except for uncooperative fish)!
4

A lot of boat for the money.…

Submitted by: kirby on 5/14/2015
A lot of boat for the money. I picked mine up on sale for $300 and am satisfied at that price. I probably wouldn't have been happy with it if I'd payed more.

The pro's: lightweight, tracking is excellent for the length, speed is fair, anchor and trolley included, two rod holders, easily adjustable footrests and backrest.

The con's: almost no storage area, the cockpit feels pretty cramped if you have more than two rods with you, difficult to reach the rear tankwell once on the water, the seat bottom is like sitting on a concrete bench after a couple of hours (gotta get a cushion!), and the boat is kind of '"tippy" when getting in or out of it.

If you like to have something that is easily transported/stored, you like day trips, and pack a minimal amount of gear this is definitely one to check out. I think this would make an excellent first kayak for someone who is not sure if they would like kayaking or kayak fishing. If you consider yourself a serious kayak fisherman, like to haul a lot of gear, or want to go on a multi-day camping/kayak trip you probably need to keep looking.

5

I purchased my Old Town Vapor…

Submitted by: paddler236186 on 4/17/2015
I purchased my Old Town Vapor 10 about two years ago. This will be my third fishing season with it. I love it. It's plenty stable and I've had it on large lakes and streams with boat traffic and have easily ridden through many heavy boat wakes without fearing for my life. Fishing-wise, it's all about planning where you put everything in the boat for easy access. I've landed large bass and pike in it, no problem. It excels in getting into those small backwaters where big boats can't go, and shore fishermen can't reach. That's mostly where I use it. Looking forward to getting out there again this year -- kayak fishing is my new favorite sport.
5

Have taken this kayak out 3…

Submitted by: paddler236173 on 4/6/2015
Have taken this kayak out 3 times. Since the water is still under 45°, I really didn't want to roll. This kayak is extremely stable even in choppy conditions while maintaining very impressive speed. I bought after a lot of research, and so far couldn't be happier
5

I have used mine now for 3…

Submitted by: paddler229495 on 10/8/2014
I have used mine now for 3 months, 2-3 times a week river fishing. Narrow river filled with downed trees and ranging from 6" to 8'. This kayak will go anywhere. I have dumped it over but that was my fault, make sure when you get in your foot is in the middle, not off to the side. Yesterday I landed a 49" alligator gar and didn't even think about tipping. Tied a rope around him and paddled to the shore towing him beside the kayak. Not bad for a 60+ pound fish. The more I use it the more confident I am with what it can do.

As others have said, the cup holder is pretty much useless unless you can bend over and touch your toes. I would have liked to see the front come back more so the cup holder could be used and a rod holder or two placed in. I fish with the paddle in the holder and the two rods leaning against it and the handles on the floor.

At almost 65 years old, I have no problem loading and unloading this kayak out of the bed of my pickup, loaded. I am glad I purchased what I did.

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I recently purchased the…

Submitted by: paddler236001 on 9/21/2014
I recently purchased the Vapor 10 Angler for my two daughters and Wow, what a great kayak. We currently own 3 other kayaks and this one seems to track straighter and turn better than some of our more expensive touring kayaks. The 2 cup holders are great and the dash comes in very handy. All and all the whole family loves the boat, but the only problem is it usually ends up in a fight over who gets to use it first!
5

Just bought my first Old Town…

Submitted by: guest-paddler on 9/8/2014
Just bought my first Old Town Vapor 10ft Angler kayak after researching for weeks. Took it out on a local lake and paddled 3 miles along the shore in the wind and dealt with ski boat wakes. It rode perfectly over the wakes, both parallel and straight on.

Just like other reviews, it really is hard to tip over when paddling. Just right size and weight (44 lbs). Paid $399 at Academy Sports and this is $100 less than the competing Ascend kayak that seems to be a clone at Bass Pro. Looking forward to many outings with this kayak.

4

Bought this as my first Kayak…

Submitted by: guest-paddler on 7/18/2014
Bought this as my first Kayak after years of canoeing. Love my Mad River but I am starting to feel my age lugging it around for solo trips. I chose the Valor because of the large cockpit so I could put bags and gear in front of me. Really like it. Mounted a 3/4" plastic plate under the drink holder part that extends back about a foot so I could mount a rod holder in front that I could reach quickly. Paddles very well. I've even ran limb lines out into the Mississippi River in it.
5

I got this kayak and love it.…

Submitted by: paddler235431 on 1/28/2014
I got this kayak and love it. I think people want to have bigger kayaks to compensate for other things or their lack of balance. I can zip anywhere and best of all it does not stick out from the Tahoe or truck like a board from a lumber yard in an amateurs vehicle. Perfect for what I do with it, If I wanted a racing kayak I would have got one but the fish don't care what I am in.
5

just want to let someone know…

Submitted by: paddler235390 on 10/31/2013
just want to let someone know if you're looking at getting a fishing kayak the Vapor 10 Angler is tough to beat. This kayak is very stable. I bought one in September and love it. I can't swim and always had a fear of water, but this kayak's stability makes you feel safe
5

I bought my Old Town Vapor…

Submitted by: guest-paddler on 8/7/2013
I bought my Old Town Vapor Angler about one month ago after renting another brand for a first time kayak trip. As a beginner, I wasn't sure what I wanted or needed but knew I had to fish. Wow. My Vapor is amazing. Stability provides much needed confidence. I have been in choppy waters and have felt safe and in control. Seats are comfortable and make paddling easy. Lots of storage and all areas are easily accessible.
Old Town, I will forever be loyal to you!!!!!
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I purchased my Vapor 10…

Submitted by: zormsk on 7/30/2013
I purchased my Vapor 10 Angler in 2012 after hip replacements the previous two years. I wanted a fishing kayak that was light but stable, with a large enough cockpit to make entrance and exit somewhat graceful - not an easy task for someone in their late sixties and weighing 250 lbs. The Vapor 10 Angler met all my requirements.

It has a roomy cockpit with adjustable foot pegs, and an unexpectedly comfortable, padded seat. The two built-in rod holders behind the seat were easy to reach, and although it has an anchor and trolley, I never used it, preferring to drift fish. It was easy enough to position myself upwind and let it blow me along while I peppered the shoreline with lures. I could also rig both rods and 'troll' while slowly paddling through an area.

There was ample room for my fishing gear and a waterproof box for my wallet and cellphone. I usually kept both on the floor between my legs, as reaching the bungee'd up well behind me would have been difficult. Instead I kept my PFD there.

I fished small lakes only and wasn't worried about overturning. Since the kayak has foam flotation fore and aft, I knew it wouldn't sink in the event of a mishap and I could get to the PFD. Thankfully that has never happened as the craft is amazingly stable, almost hard to tip over. It also tracks incredibly well for such a small (10') kayak. I had no trouble paddling distances in it. There is a cup holder molded in the lead edge of the cockpit, but I didn't use it often as it was difficult for someone like me to reach that far.

Because I usually fish alone, weight was a concern. At 44 lbs though, I had little difficulty getting the kayak off and on the roof racks of my Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, if someone did show up, I was never too proud to ask for assistance!

All-in-all, the Angler 10 has been a fun, inexpensive fishing craft. I don't have the exciting YouTube-worthy experiences ocean kayakers have, but I have enjoyed some wonderful scenes in nature and caught a fair number of fish.
Wait, now that I think about it, I was once towed around for 5 minutes by a catfish. Is that YouTube-worthy?

4

This little boat is like a…

Submitted by: guest-paddler on 7/27/2013
This little boat is like a tank. It'll go through just about anything. I like this model so much I bought a non-angler version for my wife.

HANDLING: The boat is just wide enough to be very stable when casting, tossing a throw bag or helping another kayaker back onto their boat. The bulgy bow and extended keel at the stern helps it track well enough to allow for lazy long-sweep paddling without too much yaw. It can handle Class II, maybe Class III whitewater, but the long open cockpit means water's going to get in if you hit waves wrong. I even had it out on the ocean in 3-foot waves - and the styrofoam floatation aids keep it from sinking to the bottom.

RIGGING: well-outfitted with anchor trolley (one of the line guides is mounted right where I'll occasionally snag it with my thumb while paddling), rod holders and bow deck lines, but it could use a built-in bungee + J-hook paddle holder. I added eyelets around the day well so I can secure thing (usually a cooler) with bungee cords.

Overall a very good boat!

4

I recently went on a fishing…

Submitted by: alkapp on 7/23/2013
I recently went on a fishing trip on the Kinzua Lake and upper Allegheny River in N.W. Pennsylvania. I used my sons Vapor 10 Angler kayak by Old Town. I found it to be very stable and maneuverable on both bodies of water.

We were in the yaks for over six hours at a time and the seat was comfortable and the paddling was easy. This yak is roomy and easy to get in or out even for a rather large old man like me. The only drawback is it needs a rod holder in front of the cockpit but that can easily be added by the owner.

5

I bought my OT Vapor from…

Submitted by: paddler235090 on 7/11/2013
I bought my OT Vapor from Cabela's - it was slightly weathered and probably used some, so the price was really outstanding. After having researched Sit-in yaks quite a bit, I decided this was the one for me. It has not let me down. I have enjoyed outfitting it with a side paddle holder and a side rod holder for a spare fly rod, plus a lot of little tie points for various items I like to take along. I can't think of one design element I would have OT make. The yak tracks great on Lake Somerville (better when there is more water than mud....) and is very stable. As a senior and not so stable old overweight guy, I appreciate how this yak accommodates me, especially with the large cockpit. For portability, I have my homemade milk crate buggy to pull it around on, and that works well, as does hauling it in my pickup bed. Incidentally, I compared this yak to lots of others costing well over twice as much before making the buy decision, which I am most satisfied with.
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I recently purchased by kayak…

Submitted by: paddler235085 on 7/8/2013
I recently purchased by kayak from Academy Sports and Outdoors (Texas) for $300. I took it out on the San Jacinto river and Lake Conroe for the first time this week. Having only kayaked a couple of times, I was not sure how the Vapor 10 would handle the wind and wakes. I was pleasantly surprised as to the stability of the Vapor 10. It is going to take me a couple more trips to figure out the best places to store gear. I just leaned my spinning rod against my paddle as it sat in the paddle rests. With the long cockpit, it would be too far a reach to mount a rod holder up front.

Academy did not include an anchor and anchor rope when I purchased the kayak from them. Old Town told me that they should have, and the OT customer service representative was very helpful and sent me both items.

I would suggest that Old Town add small pulleys to both ends of the anchor trolley system. There is lots of drag on the rope as it goes through both eyelets. This makes it difficult to pull and will eventually cause abrasion to the anchor rope.

Overall, I am looking forward to many years of Texas kayaking!

5

I LOVE the Vapor 10 Angler.…

Submitted by: guest-paddler on 7/18/2012
I LOVE the Vapor 10 Angler. Been paddling in it for years ~ nice open cockpit, stable, durable, tracks well without heavy paddling. Comfortable seat too! Plenty of room for legs and feet, and a small child if you need (too small to go on their own).
We enjoy lake and (light) river paddling, take them all over. Easy lifting and traveling either on car or trailer.
Recommended!
5

The Vapor Angler is a great…

Submitted by: kayakbassWI on 6/25/2012
The Vapor Angler is a great Kayak. You get a lot of room to move around, and it works great with fishing. Being so low to the water, its easy to fish. The seat is surprisingly very comfy, for all day Kayaking. It tracks well and handles rough water well, the price wasn't bad. I highly recommend this Kayak, you should get it.
4

This sit-inside fishing…

Submitted by: paddler234066 on 6/17/2011
This sit-inside fishing kayak, is remarkably accommodating to tall and husky people. I am comfortable in it at 6'1" and 245#, and my 6'3" sons are equally comfortable. Old Town designers have done an excellent job of balancing a large cockpit with a streamlined hull, and although it is short it glides and tracks nicely.

Due to its short length and large cockpit, open deck area for customization is limited. For example, the fore deck has rigging in place that is just right to hold my small lopping shears; large lopping shears probably wouldn't fit well though. With some extra pad eyes and bungies, the well in the back is large enough for a limited amount of cargo and a small cooler. Certainly sufficient to carry one's lunch, a snack or two, and hydration for a day on the water.
The two flush-mount rod holders are behind the paddler.
At 44#, this boat is easy to launch and load.

Old Town customer service was excellent. Once I got mine home, I discovered the right footrest was installed backwards, and to correct that I would have to destroy the stop that prevents the adjustable slider from falling out. A call to Old Town customer service and a couple of replacement stops were shipped right away.

This yak fills a particular niche probable as well or better than any other I could find as I did my research. I wanted a sit-inside for year-round fishing (and fishing in cold water); large enough to handle me, my gear, and my cooler. I also wanted it to be short enough to transport in the bed of my pick-up, which also has a deep toolbox in it. With this yak, I got all that I really cared about. The one customization that I really need, a flush Scotty mount so I can put a video camera up on a pole, should be possible even accounting for the limited deck space.

If the right foot had been installed properly by the factory, I would give this yak a 10. I probably got the only one ever that wasn't installed right, its just something to look at before you take possession of yours!

5

Just bought this yak at…

Submitted by: guest-paddler on 6/21/2010
Just bought this yak at Dick's sporting goods. I have researched many kayaks from other manufacturers before buying this yak. What an awesome boat. I love the huge cockpit. Most yaks are cramped compared to this one. You can get spray or paddle drip in at times. A spray skirt or adjusting paddle technique helps. I would recommend a longer paddle (240cm) since the sides of this boat are higher. At times the bow goes side to side with aggressive paddling. I fixed this by adjusting my stroke.

Some complain about the speed of the Vapor. For a 10 ft. boat it goes good. I use a quick shallow stroke. I can keep up with my brothers old town adventurer which is a 14ft. yak. This boat is stable in chop. The bow cuts swells well. You will get some spray. The large cockpit allows me to carry my tackle box with me as well as a small cooler behind the seat. I am able to store other gear in the covered trunk. I can reach for things in the trunk and the boat has only minor roll.

The rod holders are angled out so I can troll while paddling. If you want to fish without drifting this yak comes with an anchor and anchor trolly system which hold the boat quite well. There is a deck bungie which is great for carrying my water proof case. Old Town also gives you a place in the cockpit to hang your phone or gps. The paddle rest is awesome for resting your paddle while landing a fish.

The only drawback to this yak is if you plan on carrying it any distance it can get heavy. I love that this boat fits well in a wagon or suv with little overhang. I can even carry it on top of my beetle. I get so many comments on how good this yak looks.

If you are looking for a good stable fishing yak that is tough, get this yak. The time you spend researching fishing kayaks you could be out fishing in this one.