# Motorized Self-Stabilizing Kayaks The Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot 120 Has Spot-Lock Technology By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-03-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-town-sportsman-autopilot-120 References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/old-town-sportsman-autopilot-120-motorized-sea-kayak/) & [oldtowncanoe.johnsonoutdoors](https://oldtowncanoe.johnsonoutdoors.com/old-town-sportsman/fishing/sportsman-autopilot-120) The Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot 120 kayak is an advanced aquatic vessel for fishers that will enable them to enjoy more time fishing and less time struggling to paddle to their chosen destination in the water. The kayak features a [motorized design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/propel-kit) that's powered by a [12V Minn Kota motor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temo450-carbon-edition) that will deliver up to 45 pounds of thrust to seamlessly glide the rider to where they're going. The unit features a [foot brace steering mechanism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-stabilizer) in favor of a hand control style to keep the operator feeling agile without the need for manual interaction from their hands. The Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot 120 kayak holds up to 415 pounds of weight and also features the Spot-Lock technology that will actually help to keep the vessel in place while the operator is fishing to prevent listing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Motorized Kayaks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced motorized kayak designs with improved speed and maneuverability for recreational and fishing purposes. - **Self-stabilizing Watercraft:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create self-stabilizing technology for various watercraft to enhance safety and stability in rough waters. - **Automated Steering Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design automated steering systems for kayaks and other boats that provide effortless navigation and hands-free operation. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce motorized kayaks and other innovative water sports equipment to enhance the outdoor recreational experience. - **Fishing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop motorized kayaks specifically tailored for fishing enthusiasts, offering improved accessibility, stability, and ease of use. - **Marine Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new advancements in marine technology to create more efficient and technologically advanced watercraft for various purposes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Boat Trolling Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-force-kraken.md) - [Powered Portable Kayak Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oru-x-bixpy-k1-outboard-kit-bundle.md) - [Mobile Motorized Inflatable Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goboat-20.md) - [Precise Boat-Focused Autopilots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autopilot-keypad.md) - [Compact Electric Watercraft Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epropulsion-elite.md) - [Water-Mapping Autonomous Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermapping-autonomous-boats.md) - [Autonomous Electric Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/callboats-cat-10l.md) - [Modular Electric Outboard Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-outboard-motor.md) - [Dual-Posture Stand-Up Paddleboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standup-paddleboards.md)