Vanhunks Tarpon 2 -12’0 Fishing Kayak

The Tarpon 2 -12’0 Touring/Fishing Kayak

Flat water, white water, fishing water…
If you can stick a paddle into it, it’s made to be kayaked.

You get canoes. You get kayaks. And then you get Vanhunks sit-on-top kayaks – the next level of kayak evolution. Light-years away from a floating log, these zippy, stable, easily maneuvered craft are roto-molded from premium quality polyethylene for a lifetime of enjoyment.

 Become Legendary On A Vanhunks Fishing Kayak :

The Tarpon 2!

Tarpon has been built long and slender to make short work of long, endurance trips, and while you love getting out into the ocean with the Tarpon kayak, this 12-foot beast is no stranger to paddling estuaries, lagoons, lakes, and rivers either. Much like its predecessor, the Tarpon, this new, upgraded Vanhunks Tarpon 2 fishing kayak also lives up to its nickname, The Silver King. Vanhunks' great saltwater and freshwater touring or fishing kayak will have you taking on adventures with the ease and stamina of the silver king itself. 

Features

While Vanhunks Tarpon is still a single sit-on-top fishing kayak suitable for beginner, intermediate, and advanced paddlers, we’ve taken this vessel and given it several deluxe upgrades.
We’ve kept all the favorites from the original Tarpon, and added definite creature comforts to the Tarpon 2. The first changes you’d notice when comparing the two is that, where the first Tarpon had two small round storage hatches, as well as the 50cmx25cm oval hatch at the bow, Tarpon 2 now sports more significant rectangle storage hatches measuring 35cmx25cm in the round hatches’ places.
The center console hatch houses dry lining for you to keep your electronics and valuables (within the added care of a dry bag in case of capsizing), while the hatch behind the seat is where you can drop your fish once you’ve caught them.
We adjusted the original Tarpon’s 5mm rotomolded high-density Polyethylene mold pattern and made a place for our much loved deluxe aluminum, removable, padded mesh seat. Great for reclining while you wait for the fish to bite, or position it forward for a more comfortable paddle stance as you make your way over vast stretches of water. We especially are fond of our deluxe seat as it doubles up well around the campfire at night, and also makes an excellent choice as a beach chair if you decide to take a break from the water. Once you’re ready to hit the water again for another round, clip the seat back in the four-point seat locks.
Where the original Tarpon fishing kayak offered two accessory tracks at the bow’s bungee storage, our all-new Tarpon 2 sports five accessory tracks, including two tracks with adjustable bungee slider latches at the stern’s bungee storage area. The Tarpon 2’s swivel rod holder is no longer fitted to the kayak via inserts but rather slid onto any of the five accessory tracks flanking this boat’s edges. Aside from the included swivel rod holder, you’ve also got two molded-in rod holders so you can have more than one reel on the go at a time.
Our Tarpon 2 fishing kayak is as stable and buoyant as the original model with its 30-inch width, weighs in at 62lbs, and has a max weight capacity of 550lbs.
Let’s talk about the rudder system on the Tarpon 2 fishing kayak for a minute. Aside from the cable launch and retrieve system to control the rudder blade with, the foot pedals are now adjustable. Tracking a straight course is a breeze with the Tarpon 2. We guess you spotted the extra inserts at the tip of the stern. These are where you have the option to mount an electric propeller with a motor size of up to 48lbs, should you choose to give your kayak a speed boost. Of course, the motor is not included.
Who would be of benefit to the Tarpon 2’s tremendous fighting spirit against the elements? Anyone. From weekend warriors, daily paddlers and anglers, commercial touring and adventure companies, as well as hotels, lodges, and rental shops.

The Tarpon 2 -12’0 Components

1. Storage hatch – 1x Large front oval storage hatch.
2. Pedal system – The pedal system controls the fin movement, from left to right, which assists with steering and direction. Paddle a straight course and use the fin in center position to help the kayak track a straight path.
3. Storage hatch – 2x Medium rectangle storage hatches.
4. Swivel rod holder – 1x Swivel Rod Holder, which rotates left, right, up, and down.
5. Rudder system – 1x Rudder system with cable launch and retrieval system.
6. Storage – The Vanhunks Tarpon 2 features large rear tank well with bungees.
7. Rod holder – 2x Molded-in fishing rod holders.
8. Carry handles – 2x Side carry handles, 2x Front and rear carry handles.
9. Deluxe aluminium seat – Deluxe padded mesh adjustable, removable seat with four-point seat lock system.

Specs

☑ Length: 12ft
☑ Width: 30 inches
☑ Height: 12 inches
☑ Weight: 62 lbs
☑ Maximum Weight Capacity: 550 lbs
☑ Seating: 1 Seater
☑ Style: Sit on Top
☑ Roto-molded: 5mm Polyethylene Design
☑ Hardware: Marine Graded stainless steel fittings. Inserts: Brass

Package Includes

☑1 Two-Piece paddle with three-position adjustment features. The shaft made of heavy-duty black EDC coated aluminum, built-in handgrips, and PVC anti-drip rings
☑1 Aluminum adjustable seat
☑3 Accessory tracks
☑1 Water-resistant hatch cover
☑2 Storage hatches
☑2 Side tackle box compartments
☑2 Side handles with bungees to secure your paddle
☑2 Rubber carry handles
☑8 Scupper plugs
☑Bungee at the back storage area
☑1 Swivel rod holder
☑2 Integrated Fishing rod holders
☑Rudder system (Foot pedal & Fin)

Optional Extras Not Included

☑ Motor Mount

☑1 POER Electric Trolling Motor

Compare Kayaks

	Voyager Deluxe	Black Bass	Manatee	Whale Runner	Amberjack	Tarpon	Tarpon 2
Length:	12ft	13ft	9ft	9ft	12ft	12ft	12ft
Width:	32 Inches	34 Inches	32 Inches	32 Inches	32 Inches	30 Inches	30 Inches
Kayak Weight:	35kg/77lb	33kg/73lb	23kg/51lb	23kg/51lb	25kg/77lb	28kg/62lb	28kg/62lb
Max Capacity:	250kg/550lb	250kg/550lb	150kg/330lb	150kg/330lb	250kg/550lb	250kg/550lb	250kg/550lb
Water Type:	Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.	Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.	Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.	Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.	Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.	Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.	Calm rivers, lakes, and calm ocean with small waves.
Accessory Tracks:	No	4	Yes	No	5	2	5
Rudder System:	No	With Foot Pedals	No	No	No	With Foot Pedals	With Foot Pedals
Deluxe Aluminum Seat:	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	Yes (Sold Separately)	No	Yes
Deluxe Padded Seat:	Yes (Sold Separately)	No	No	Yes	No	Yes	No
Waterproof Compartment:	NO	1	1	No	No	No	1
Built-in Rod Holders:	2	2	2	4	No	2	2
Swivel Rod Holders:	2	No	1	1	2	1	1
Hatches:	2	3	2	2	No	2	3
Storage Areas:	2 x Round Hatch, 1 x Stern & 1 x Bow Bungee Storage Area	1x Large Triangle Front Hatch, 1x Long Center Console Hatch, 1x Small Round Hatch, 1x Adjustable Rear Bungee Storage	1x Round Storage Hatch, 1x Square Waterproof Storage Compartment, 1x Stern Bungee Storage Hatch	2x Round Storage Hatches, 1x Stern Bungee Storage	2x Bungee Storage Areas	1x Round Storage Hatch, 1x Large Oval Storage Hatch, 1x Stern Bungee Storage	1x Waterproof Square Compartment, 1x Large Oval Hatch, 1x Square Storage Hatch, 1x Stern Bungee Storage