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Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 Kayak

Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 Kayak

Item # 734501
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With the stability and agility of a recreational kayak and the space and efficiency of a sea kayak, Tsunami 125 is sized for day and overnight trips.

  • Hull is crafted in high-density Gen2 polyethylene for amazing durability and easy care
  • Light weight and shorter stature make this kayak ideal for smaller paddlers of all skill levels; great for day and overnight trips
  • Solid initial and secondary stability reassures beginners, while speed and handling delight more seasoned paddlers
  • Equipped with two generous hatches plus plenty of deck rigging, letting you easily stow up to a weekend's worth of food and gear
  • Paddle comfortably all day thanks to the adjustable seat, thigh and hip support, updated padding is softer, thicker and more comfortable
  • Bulkheads in bow and stern along with rubber hatch covers keep gear secure and dry while assisting with flotation
  • Phase3™ padded seat and backrest can be adjusted on the fly to relieve fatigue on extended outings--3-D adjustment delivers a custom fit
  • Slidelock footrail system is easily adjustable, comfortable and rugged; footbraces adjust via extension rod that places positioning at your fingertips
  • Perimeter lines for enhanced safety; comfort carry toggles for easier transport to and from the water

Made in USA.

Item 734501

Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 Kayak Specs

Specification

Description

MaterialPolyethylene
Length12 ft. 6 in.
Width26 inches
Depth16 inches
Weight54 pounds
Cockpit size36 x 20 inches
Number of paddlers1
Weight capacity300 pounds
Hatch Capacity(bow) 3,290 / (stern) 5,484 cubic inches

Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 Kayak Customer Reviews

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Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 Kayak
 
4.7

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (3)
  • Easy to paddle (3)
  • Good maneuverability (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day trips (3)
    • Flat waters (3)
    • Rivers (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Recreational (3)

    Reviewed by 3 customers

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    Jul

    5

    2008

    (16 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    If you can only have one kayak

    By AZ_Jack

    from Tempe AZ

    About Me Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy to Paddle
    • Good Maneuverability
    • Stable

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Day Trips
    • Flat Waters
    • Kayak Camping
    • Rivers

    Comments about Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 Kayak:

    This is my first kayak and I have no regrets with my choice. I use it mainly on lakes but on its first river trip it performed admirely.
    It's a little heavy to load on the roof rack alone but after looking at some Dura-lites and talking with owners I'll take the durability.
    Wilderness Systems seats are the best.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (16 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

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    Dec

    26

    2008

    (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Comfort, maneuverability & Cargo

    By dbwesq

    from Waterford Works, New Jersey

    About Me Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy Entry & Exit
    • Easy to Paddle
    • Good Maneuverability

    Cons

    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Day Trips
    • Flat Waters
    • Kayak Camping
    • Rivers

    Comments about Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 Kayak:

    My 2nd boat, replaced a 10' Prodigy so I didn't have the speed or maneuverability of this boat. I generally do 6 to 8 hour trips and even with an old man's back I am always comfortable (5'8"/215). With the 2 hatches, room behind the seat and in front of the foot pegs and all the deck rigging I easily carry a weekends worth of gear and frankly there's room for the extras needed for a week long trip. I'm a flat water (Jersey Pine Barren mostly) paddler. Empty this boat gets up and over fallen trees and has leg room to let me get down to near deck level to get under trees. It reacts well and gets great mileage (not to mention the sun/moon roof which comes as standard equipment.) My next boat will only be bought to shed some weight as the 54 lbs (empty) is getting heavier as I get older. ...db

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jun

    2

    2009

    (7 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great Boat for Small Winding Rivers

    By CalPaddler

    from Chico, CA

    About Me Recreational

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Compact
    • Easy Entry & Exit
    • Easy To Lift
    • Easy to Paddle
    • Good Maneuverability
    • Stable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day Trips
      • Flat Waters
      • Rivers

      Comments about Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 Kayak:

      Actually, REI has it wrong. The 120 is for smaller paddlers. The 125 has a higher cockpit combing for LARGER paddlers. Great tracking AND turning! (not a common attribute)Rock solid stability makes open water re-entry a breeze. (again, not common in a 12 footer) Very good seat. This is one of the few 12 footers I can get my long legs into and still get my feet on the braces. It actually paddles much better than the 145! which I was not impressed with at all (back to the drawing board on that one, Wilderness) This is a good creek/lake/river boat where making tight turns is a must. A LOT of boat for the money, and I own a very fancy British-style rig as well. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to a beginner for everything (no whitewater)or a more advanced paddler looking for a maneuverable creek-touring boat. (Perfect for California's small Coast Range creeks and rivers). And with Wilderness Systems you know you are getting a quality boat, unlike some other brand-names that used to be quality boats but aren't anymore. I love it, if you need a short boat, this is it! If you are a smaller person, check out the 120, not the 125. It will fit you much better.

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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (7 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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