Clean machine T160 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Rik · 12-13-2008, 03:25 PM

I have paddled both and would say that they are both great boats, each one with its own unique features. But being a WS guy for over 10yrs, I lean towards the Tarpons. The Tarpons have the Slide Track system, AWESOME adjustable dry seat, great new hard hatches, huge tankwell, more volume in the bow which makes it dryer and better for launching in the surf,and storage on the sides of cockpit.The Tarpons also have a mulit-chined hull, which gives it a bomber secondary stability. The weight capacity on the new 160 is now 400lb. The T15 has the Rod Pod, Sonar Shield, and Scupper Transducer. Weight capacity is 500lb. You'll just have to paddle both to see for yourself.

12-13-2008, 03:25 PM	#1
Rik OEX Oceanside Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 113	I have paddled both and would say that they are both great boats, each one with its own unique features. But being a WS guy for over 10yrs, I lean towards the Tarpons. The Tarpons have the Slide Track system, AWESOME adjustable dry seat, great new hard hatches, huge tankwell, more volume in the bow which makes it dryer and better for launching in the surf,and storage on the sides of cockpit.The Tarpons also have a mulit-chined hull, which gives it a bomber secondary stability. The weight capacity on the new 160 is now 400lb. The T15 has the Rod Pod, Sonar Shield, and Scupper Transducer. Weight capacity is 500lb. You'll just have to paddle both to see for yourself. __________________ Artist formerly Known as OEX Oceanside