The Tarpon 105 has a stable, forgiving hull that suits beginners and experienced paddlers alike. It comes with the Phase 3 AirPro seat and more storage than you’d expect in a boat this size, and the stern is rudder-ready. At 57.5 lbs, most people can handle it on their own.
Specs at a glance
- Length: 10 ft 6 in
- Width: 32 in
- Weight: 57.5 lbs
- Capacity: 325 lbs
- Drive: paddle, rudder-ready
- Seat: Phase 3 AirPro
Good to know
- Add a rudder if you paddle in wind or current; the stern is ready for one.
- Rinse the hull and seat with fresh water after salt water trips.
KayakDIY take: It’s a good one-boat answer if you want to paddle for fun and fish now and then. Read my full Wilderness Systems Tarpon 105 review.
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