Pelican - River Gorge 130X Tandem Kayak
Sit-on-Top - Recreational 2 Person Kayak - 13 ft
Price as of 2026-06-01. Check Amazon for the current price.
Quick Decision
Is This Right For You?
- •Pelican loyalists — the brand spans 29 products in our database
- •Rating sits in the bottom 10% of Kayaks — higher-rated options exist
- •Intex 68305EP Challenger K1 Inflatable Kayak Set: offers a better rating (4.3/5) at a similar or lower price ($104)
- •Intex 66332EP Seahawk 2 Inflatable Boat Set: Includes — 92% cheaper at $72 (Score A+)
- •Intex 2-Person Inflatable Kayak Set w/ Pump — higher rated at 4.5/5 ($157)
📊 Based on data analysis of 29 products in this category.
Mubboo Score: C+
How It Compares
This Product Pelican - River Gorge 130X Tandem Kayak | Most Popular Intex 68305EP Challenger K1 Inflatable Kayak Set: | Best Rated Intex 2-Person Inflatable Kayak Set w/ Pump | Best Value Intex 66332EP Seahawk 2 Inflatable Boat Set: Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $891.89 | $104 | $157.19 | $71.99 |
| Rating | 4.0/5 | 4.3/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Reviews | 158 | 35,184 | 30,279 | 10,789 |
| Mubboo Score | C+ | A | A | A+ |
Quick Specs
- Color
- Aquamarine
- Style
- Classic
- Material
- Plastic
- Style Name
- Classic
- Item Weight
- 73 Pounds
- Manufacturer
- Pelican Boats
- Model Number
- KUF13P200-00
- Material Type
- Plastic
What People Say
Synthesized from 40 reviews · 100% verified purchases.
Great for beginners and calm water, but be prepared for slow paddling and consider upgrading the paddle. Secure the skeg to avoid losing it.
- Value for money
- Durability
- Portability
- Stability
- Easy inflation and setup
- Poor tracking and slow paddling
- Included paddles are short and flimsy
- Seats lack support
- Skeg can get lost easily
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Key Features
- ✦Upgraded Features: Additional storage in this tandem kayak includes quick lock hatch and a tank well equipped with bungee cords. It's also equipped with molded footrests, two bottl…
- ✦Stable: The twin-arched multi-chine hull offers excellent stability giving you a secure and steady ride. It also makes it incredibly easy to get in and out of the kayak.
- ✦Safe: Our unique manufacturing process allows us to include additional flotation inside the hull of all of our sit-on-tops in order to meet or surpass ABYC standards. Holds a maxim…
- ✦Comfortable: The adjustable ERGOFIT G2seating system is specially designed with thicker ergonomic padding to provide targeted cushioning and better air flow. An additional molded m…
- ✦Lightweight: Our kayaks being made with exceptionally durable high molecular density polyethylene, less material is needed to produce each boat. Weighing 73 lb, this tandem kayak i…
Source: product listing on Amazon.
About Pelican
- 29 products in our database
- Average rating: 4.5/5 across all products
- Price range: $21.18 – $1299.99
- Categories: Coolers, Headlamps, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Phone Cases
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Bottom Line
Pelican - River Gorge 130X Tandem Kayak earns Mubboo Score C+. Priced at $892 — a mid-range option, above the category average of $717. Rated 4.0/5 from 158+ reviews. Strong buy if: pelican loyalists. Skip if: rating sits in the bottom 10% of kayaks — Intex 68305EP Challenger K1 Inflatable Kayak Set: (Score A, $104) may fit better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pelican - River Gorge 130X Tandem Kayak worth buying in 2026?
It earns a Mubboo Score of C+, with a 4.0/5 rating from 158 reviews — better than 10% of Kayaks we track.
How much does the Pelican - River Gorge 130X Tandem Kayak cost?
It is currently $891.89 — mid-tier pricing for Kayaks.
How does the - River Gorge 130X Tandem Kayak compare to other Kayaks?
The category's most-reviewed alternative is the Intex 68305EP Challenger K1 Inflatable Kayak Set: (4.3/5, 35,184 reviews, $104). The - River Gorge 130X Tandem Kayak carries a Mubboo Score of C+ vs A.
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