Is the Tarpon 120 stable enough to stand and fish from?

Yes. The 31-inch beam and flat hull give it the stability most anglers need to stand and cast on calm water. It is still a kayak, so balance matters in wind and chop.

How does the Tarpon 120 compare with the Tarpon 100?

The 120 is longer, so it tracks straighter and carries more gear, and it has a higher weight capacity. The 100 is shorter and easier to store and transport but slower and less steady in open water.

Does it come with a rudder?

No. The stern is rudder-ready, but the rudder is a separate accessory. Owners who paddle long distances or in wind often add one.

Can one person load it on a car roof?

It can be done, but at 63 pounds many owners use a kayak cart or a second person. A loader or hullavator makes solo car-topping much easier.

What is included in the box?

The kayak ships with the Phase 3 AirPro seat, molded rod holders, a mesh cover for the rear tank well and the replaceable skid plate. Paddle, rudder and fishing accessories are sold separately.

Is it suitable for the ocean?

It is designed for lakes and rivers. The sit-on-top hull and self-bailing scuppers handle chop, but it is not a offshore kayak; keep it to sheltered coastal water at most.