The Tsunami 125 fits day-trippers and progressing paddlers who want touring performance without a 14-foot boat. It suits medium to larger paddlers who want a roomy cockpit and a 300-pound capacity. If you paddle twisty rivers and tight marsh creeks as well as open water, the shorter length turns easier than the 145.
Key specs
- Length: 12 ft 9 in
- Width: 26 in
- Weight: 54 lbs
- Capacity: 300 lbs
- Drive type: Paddle (rudder-ready stern)
Why it stands out
- Stability and On-Water Feel: Wilderness Systems calls the Tsunami the Swiss Army knife of touring kayaks, and the 125 earns it.
- Seat Comfort: The Phase 3 AirPro tour seat adjusts forward and back so you can trim the boat for your weight and load, and the improved back strap routing keeps it comfortable for hours.
- Storage and Rigging: Bow and stern hatches with sealed bulkheads give you dry storage for day-trip gear and the flotation that makes the boat safer than a basic rec kayak.
- Paddle Performance: The Tsunami 125 is a paddle-only boat (this listing does not include a rudder, though the stern accepts one).
