July 09, 2018, 01:03 AM
konata88WS Tarpon 140 vs Pungo 100 / 120?
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).