Welcome to our review and description of the Tarpon 120 Kayak by Wilderness Systems.
The Tarpon 120 is the best-selling kayak in the Wilderness System’s Sit-on-Top Tarpon family and comes equipped with a number of great features including an ergonomically designed phase-3 sit-on-top seating system. Highly regarded by anglers, it also comes in a version made specifically for fishermen, the Tarpon 120 Angler, which includes a built-in Scotty rod holder and two flush mount rod holders. But these features are easy to add on the Tarpon 120 thanks to SlideTrax (see below) and it can more affordable to go with the base model and add the accessories you need.
Tarpon 120 Features
There are carrying handles at each end of boat for tandem carry and one on each side in the middle allowing for solo carrying. For storage, the Tarpon comes with two easy opening hatches including a front-hatch located at the bow of the boat and a mid-ship hatch located in the middle of the kayak directly in front of the seat for easy access while paddling.
All-Day Comfort
The Tarpon comes with a phase-3 sit-on-top seating system that can be adjusted to meet the exact needs of the person using it. Both the seat bottom and seat back are fully adjustable – even from the seated position. The seat back can be moved forward, back, up, and down. The front of the seat is also adjustable and can moved up or down using the “leg lifter” straps for maximum comfort. To accommodate kayakers of all sizes, the Tarpon includes fully adjustable leg pegs.
Plenty of Storage
Located behind the seat is a large tankwell capable of carrying a cooler, milkcrate, dry bag, and other essential gear. There are also storage pockets locate on inside of the kayak in front of the seat, perfect for storing smaller items. The side carrying handles double as paddle holders, allowing you to safely secure your paddle to the kayak when not in use.
SlideTrax Technology
An innovative feature of the Tarpon is the SlideTrax Modular Outfitting System. You can easily add accessories like rod holders and GPS mounts to the Tarpon kayak without drilling or complicated adjustments. SlideTrax also allows for easy positioning of bungee lines.
Superior Stability and Tracking
Located at the stern of a boat is a built-in drain plug – useful if you happen to get water inside the hull of the boat.
The Tarpon is extremely stable in the water and highly maneuverable. The flare of the hull on the Tarpon the boat to comfortable leaned from edge to edge. Extremely stable, you can easily hang your legs off to one side and fish or paddle the kayak at the same time without ever worrying about the boat tipping over. The Tarpon 100 is highly responsive and paddles on track with ease.
Tarpon 120 Specifications
- Length: 12' 3"
- Width: 30"
- Capacity: 350 lbs.
- Deck Height: 13.75"
- Weight: 64 lbs.
- Cockpit Length: 52"
- Cockpit Width: 20"
Tarpon 120 Features
- Storage Pockets for Gear
- Side Carry Handles
- Front and Rear Comfort Carry Handles
- Paddle Holder
- 8” Midship Hatch
- Large Bow Hatch
- Adjustable Foot Braces
- SlideTrax
- Phase 3 Sit-on-Top Seating
- Rudder Compatible
- Large Tankwell
