Old Town Discovery Sport 15 Recreational Canoe
- Size: Length 15 Ft
- Item Weight: 113 pounds
- Material: Polypropylene
- Warranty Description: Limited Warranty
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ASIN: B00S2IA6P6Model: Discovery Sport 15Category: Canoes
Overview
At 15 ft 3 in, the Discovery Sport 15 is Old Town's compact take on the Discovery line, rated to carry three people rather than the usual two. Its shorter length trades some capacity for easier handling and storage, aimed at families paddling smaller lakes and rivers.
The Sport name and shorter 15 ft 3 in length point to a canoe built for easier handling and storage rather than long-distance touring.
- 15 ft 3 in overall length
- Three-person capacity
- Old Town Discovery Sport series
Who it's for
Families or groups of three looking for a shorter, easier-to-handle canoe for local lakes and rivers. Less suited to paddlers wanting maximum cargo capacity or a longer waterline for speed.
Pros and cons
- Shorter length eases transport and storage
- Rated for three paddlers
- 4.3 average rating
- Shorter hull means less cargo room than longer Discovery models
Performance notes
Shorter recreational hulls like the 15 ft 3 in Discovery Sport turn more readily and load onto a roof rack with less overhang than 16 or 17 foot canoes, at the cost of some straight-line glide and cargo space. Rated for three paddlers, it works as a family boat for shorter outings rather than multi-day loads.
Specifications
| Brand | Old Town |
|---|---|
| Model | Discovery Sport 15 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | Length 15 Ft |
| Item Weight | 113 pounds |
| Package Weight | 117.99 pounds |
| Item Dimensions Lxwxh | 183 × 40 × 25.5 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L X W X H | 187 × 28 × 16 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Polypropylene |
| Color | Green |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Canoe |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Limited Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | 01.3012.0160 |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Style | Discovery Sport 15 |
Frequently asked questions
How many paddlers fit in the Old Town Discovery Sport 15?
It's rated for three people.
How does the Discovery Sport 15 compare to Old Town's longer canoes?
At 15 ft 3 in it's shorter, which makes it easier to handle and transport but trims some cargo capacity.
Is the Discovery Sport 15 a good canoe for beginners?
Its recreational hull and manageable length make it approachable for casual paddlers, though the 7-review sample is too small to call it settled.