Old Town

Old Town Canoe-Kayaks has spent well over a century at the forefront of designing and manufacturing watercraft, blending classic aesthetics with consistent innovation. Their history began with canoes, and for a period, they held the distinction of being the largest canoe manufacturer globally. This deep heritage in boat building naturally led to the creation of their first kayak in 1940, marking a new chapter in their commitment to paddlers. By 1970, Old Town Canoe-Kayaks had already earned national recognition for its advancements in materials, specifically with its fiberglass boats, showcasing their dedication to quality and performance. This commitment extended to a significant partnership, as they became the exclusive manufacturer of canoes and kayaks for the US Team, a testament to the reliability and design of their vessels. Old Town’s influence on the paddling industry continued to grow as they pioneered the introduction of Royalex® and rotomolded plastic boats to the market. These material innovations were game-changers, offering exceptional old town kayak durability and allowing for robust designs that could withstand demanding use, a quality highly valued by those seeking old town fishing kayaks or dependable recreational models. The consistent quality and stable platforms of old town canoe models and kayaks, like those in the old town loon series, are a direct result of this long history of engineering and thoughtful design. You can delve into their comprehensive product line and rich history on the Old Town official website. For us at Osprey Bay Outdoors, it means we're proud to bring these time-tested, dependable old town kayaks to Clearwater, ensuring paddlers in our local waters have access to some of the finest boats available for their adventures on the Gulf or inland rivers.