I've been using my used Tarpon 140. It's been pretty good and I think it would be pretty stable in the ocean.

That being said, it's probably unlikely I will use in sea water: my wife probably won't kayak in the sea and I'd probably rent instead of bring if I did go sea kayaking.

The Tarpon is good but it's a little cumbersome in lakes / slow rivers. Basically flat water (although there are sometimes water ski boats / jet skis).

I'm thinking about a sit inside like the Pungo - maybe 100 or 120.

Any thoughts? What should I expect in terms of 'ride' differences between the Pungo and the Tarpon - both in terms of sit inside vs SOT and 140 vs 100/120?

I'm looking for some additional maneuverability and maybe a easier to load / unload onto the trailer (as well as cart 100 yards). The SOT was appealing for stability and self bailing - especially for kids. But for me, I'm okay if the kayak sinks - I can swim sufficiently well still and could make it to shore. Wife will stay with SOT (Tarpon 120).