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Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 Angler Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 AnglerWilderness Systems Tarpon 140 Angler

Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 AnglerWilderness Systems Tarpon 140 Angler

Kayak Specs

Length
14' 0"
Width
28"
Weight
75 lbs
Capacity
375 lbs
Base Price
US $1,169
Main Propulsion
Paddle
Rudder
Optional
Passengers
1
Hull Type
Sit-On-Top
Production Status
Available

Manufacturer

Brand
Wilderness Systems

With an aggressive design, this well-rounded kayak adapts to a variety of conditions by combining small kayak maneuverability with long kayak speed. Comes pre-rigged for kayak fishing so you're ready to bring in the big one in the second you bring the Tarpon home.

Features

  • Phase 3 AirPro SOT Seating System
  • Silent Traction System
  • Cupholder
  • Self-Bailing Scupper Holes
  • Made in the USA
  • SlideTrax Universal Mounting Plate
  • Gear Storage Pockets
  • Side Carry Handles with Paddle Holder
  • 8-inch Orbix Midship Hatch
  • Keepers Foot Brace System
  • Flush Mount Rod Holder (2)
  • SlideTrax Accessory System
  • Large Oval Orbix Bow Hatch
  • Scotty Rod Holder
  • Comfort Carry Handles
  • Rudder Ready
  • Tankwell w/ Bungee

User reviews

Average user rating from: 1 user(s)

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Overall Rating of this Kayak For Fishing. 
 
5.0  (1)
 
Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 Angler 2009-11-27 13:14:36 Admin
Overall Rating of this Kayak For Fishing. 
 
5.0
Admin Reviewed by Admin    November 27, 2009 View all my reviews

Solid Performer

?Would you purchase the Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 again? Yes
?What do you like about the Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140? Just about everything, especially the seat and hatches, dry as a bone.
?What do you dislike and why? One minor detail. The cockpit drains well but water collects in the side storage pockets. It would be perfect if some small passages were designed into them so they would drain into the cockpit which in turn would drain out the scuppers. This would prevent my pliers and such from sitting in salt water.
?Do you recommend the Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 to others? Yes, every chance I get.
My Tarpon 140 is the bomb! It's stable and handles well.
It stays incredibly dry below due to the Orbix hatches. Also the rudder cable housings drain into the cockpit and not below deck.
I get a lot of complements from Sea Kayakers as well as Kayak Fishermen when they say hey!
Reviewer: DDK from San Antonio - Texas Kayak Fishermen (TKF)

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