Tarpon 100 Angler By Wilderness Systems 

With Free Bending Branches Angler Classic Paddle $139.95 Value

Infinite possibilities await your direction

The Tarpon family of sit-on-tops features a versatile array of performance capabilities to meet any paddler's need.

While storage and stability are the hallmarks of the line, glide and play attributes aren't sacrificed in the engaging hull design.

Especially popular with anglers, the Tarpon is the ultimate workhorse for those poised to fish year-round and various water environments.

The Tarpon is equally excellent for the gear junkie or the discerning family looking for one boat to do it all.

The Tarpon 100 Angler’s award-winning design offers both agility and speed to zip from spot to spot, but also the right amount of stability for fighting fish or rough waters. The intuitive design allows for a wide range of body sizes with easy access to gear and the exclusive Slide TraxTM accessory system to trick out your kayak any way you want. Now featuring the Phase 3® AirPro seating system for added ergonomic comfort and easy adjustability.

This stable and maneuverable kayak is loaded with features for fishing. Mounting options include two Mighty Mounts, two 1.5" Screwballs and one 1" Screwball so you can customize your fishing platform with additional rod holders, GPS unit, camera mount and much more. The boat comes with the versatile Zooka Tube rod holder that accommodates most reel and rod styles. The Phase 3 Air Pro seat features contoured perforated foam to increase ventilation and comfort. All adjustment straps are easy to use and are located forward of the paddler  –  no more reaching behind to awkwardly pull on straps. Gear bag attached to seat holds snacks, water bottle or anything you want to keep close at hand. Bungee cords let you fold seatback down flat if you transport your boat bow-down on top of your car.

Equipped with the Slide Trax System, a set of rails on the outside edge of the boat that lets you mount angling accessories such as a dashboard and storage bags, sold separately. A full-size tankwell is notched to accept a milk crate and a bait bucket. Bungees secure everything in place. VisiCarbon Pro safety light with Wilderness Systems flag help keep you visible to other boats. Two Orbix hatches with locking lids allow quick and easy access to stored gear. Paddle holders keep paddles out of the way while you fish. Roomy bow hatch and two day hatches give you plenty of space for stowing extra gear.

Features

Phase 3 AirPro Sit-On-Top-Seat

The Wilderness Systems patented Phase 3 seating system has become the industry leader when it comes to an amazingly comfortable seat. The contoured seat and seat backs have been designed with increased comfort in mind. The AirPro also features a carefully selected material over the perforated foam, greatly improving ventilation so you and your seat breathe and dry out quickly. Attention to ergonomic details is also evident in the easily accessible controls that have been carefully positioned to prevent strain by limiting your reach to adjust the system. A re-designed leg lifter has now become the central control for adjusting both the seatback and leg lifter height. The leg lifter uses a pulley style system that greatly reduces the effort needed to position your legs for maximum comfort. With an easy pull on the web strap the seat back is lowered. Located in front of the central controls is a mesh bag that can be used for storing the leg lifter handle, a water bottle or other items that you would like to quickly reach. Phase 3 AirPro has taken kayak outfitting to a new level in ergonomics, ease of use, innovative materials and custom adjustability. It’s the kind of innovation that drives consumer demand—what you would expect from Wilderness System.

Keepers Foot Brace System

The Harmony ® Keepers Footbrace Kit allows you to easily customize the foot braces for ultimate comfort no matter the rider’s size. Durable footpegs reposition smoothly to one of many length settings by reaching forward with your hands to engage with track.

Orbix Bow and Midship Hatches

Innovative “turn-and-lock” hinged hatch cover makes gear access an easy affair.

Latching cover with a tight seal is just as easy, simply lock in place with the lever.

Comfort Carry Handles

Ergonomic handles conform to the hand shape. Handle construction materials deliver a secure and comfortable grip. Loading, unloading, and carrying a kayak is easier than ever.

Side Carry Handles with Paddle Holder

The Harmony Side Handle with bungee paddle holder features a convenient, easy to use, sewn in bungee paddle keeper.

SlideTrax Accessory System

Wilderness Systems SlideTrax Accessory System allows for versatile mounting of all your paddling and fishing gear. Featuring a T-slot running from end-to-end the SlideTrax Accessory System allows for the use of all track mount accessories, with easy installation and removal. Mounted flush to the deck of the kayak snags are never an issue. The possibilities are almost endless.

Self-Bailing Scupper Holes

Scupper holes are located in the cockpit, foot wells, and tankwell of the Wilderness Systems Tarpon. These holes are self-bailing which means any water coming over the deck of the kayak will automatically drain out.

Tankwell with Adjustable Bungee

Equipped with a generous sized tankwell that is outfitted with a SlideTrax Accessory system on both sides and adjustable bungee system, the Wilderness Systems Tarpon offers plenty of storage for all of your kayaking adventures.

Gear Storage Pockets

Conveniently located in front of the seat, one per side, the gear storage pockets allow you to have instant access to various items such as, dry case, fishing tackle, and whatever else you would frequently use while on your kayak.

Cupholder

Where else would you put your drink? Located in between your feet, your beverage is always within reach.

Specifications


ANGLER PACKAGE

YakAttack 1" Screwball

Designed by YakAttack and manufactured by the makers of RAM Mounting Systems, the Screwball is based on the RAM rubberized ball and allows quick and easy attachment, detachment, and adjustability. Typically the 1" Screwball is used for handheld electronics, phone, depthfinder, and camera mounts and provides quick and easy attachment of accessories to the Wilderness SlideTrax System.

YakAttack 1.5" Screwball

Paired with the YakAttack Zooka Tube, this setup will allow you to mount the Zooka Tube Rod Holder to any of the four Tarpon’s SlideTrax System’s.

2 - Mighty Mount’s

The MightyMount is probably the most versatile mount in the industry. Installed in two locations behind the seat, they are perfect for attaching YakAttack t-bolt accessories.

YakAttack VisiCarbon Pro

Designed to meet the needs of serious kayak anglers as well as recreational paddlers, the VISICarbon Pro™ sports unprecedented performance in light weight, low drag, and portability with plenty of style. The ultra-thin mast and instantly recognizable flag combine to offer excellent performance with low wind drag. The Silent Snap flag attachment system provides a secure attachment that allows the flag to be removed in seconds, allowing the collapsed unit to be stored inside. Compatible with both the Mighty Mount and the SlideTrax System.

YakAttack Zooka Tube With 1.5” Screwball

The YakAttack Zooka Tube with 1.5” Screwball gives you the ability to carry either a casting rod and reel or a spinning rod and reel, all in one unique rod holder. Simply loosen the turn dial on the side of the YakAttack Zooka Tube and rotate the tube to fit the style of rod and reel you chose to bring with you that day. The YakAttack Zooka with 1.5" ball has unparalleled adjustability. You can even stow rods flush against the deck of your kayak with the rod still mounted in the holder! Both ends of the YakAttack Zooka Tube offer the ability to lock your rod/reel into place so you have the peace of mind that you will not loose your rod/reel while paddling or even while trolling.

Bending Branches Angler Classic 230 cm

The Angler Classic is a durable constructed, lightweight fiberglass kayak paddle designed to do more than propel a boat. The paddle shaft includes a measure tape to provide the angler with a quick length reference and an ingenious "hook" that is molded into one of the blades to create a retrieval system perfect for rescuing lures, pulling in large fish or pulling line out of snags. Durable fiberglass reinforced nylon blades are just the right size for most recreational kayaks.

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