Tampico 130
The Hurricane Tampico 130 sits between a recreational kayak and a day tourer, and for a lot of Florida paddling that is exactly the right place to be. Thirteen foot two, 26 inches wide, 45 pounds.
Steadier Than a Sojourn, Quicker Than a Rec Boat
Two extra inches of beam over the Sojourn buys you noticeably more initial stability — the difference between concentrating and relaxing when a boat wake comes through. You give up a little speed for it. A pronounced stern keel keeps it tracking without a skeg, and a rudder is available if you want one.
Trylon Construction
Hurricane builds in Trylon: a solid-colour ABS sheet with an acrylic cap, heated and vacuum-formed over a mould. Hurricane puts the weight saving at 15 to 25 percent against a comparable rotomolded boat, with better UV resistance and no oil-canning. Their own honest caveat is that ABS is not as impact-resistant as polyethylene — this is a flat-water boat, not one for bouncing off rocks.
Hurricane Tampico 130 Details
• 13’2 long x 26" wide
• Cockpit 36" x 19"
• 45 lb
• Maximum capacity 300 lb
• Solid ABS bow and stern bulkheads
• Bow and stern compartments plus the H-Pod storage hatch
• Optional rudder; rudder-ready hull available
• Airestream Strongside seat base with deck reinforcement
• Fore and aft bungee, bow and stern deck lines
• Sit-inside
A current model. If you are choosing between this and a Sojourn, the question is whether you want stability or speed — come and paddle both at our Clearwater shop.
Paddling the Hurricane Kayaks Tampico 130 in Clearwater
Stop by our Clearwater shop at 160 N. Belcher Rd to sit in the Hurricane Kayaks Tampico 130, lift it and compare it with the other kayaks we carry — call first and we'll confirm it's on the floor. Osprey Bay Outdoors has been fitting paddlers to boats in Clearwater since 1998 — the right kayak depends on where you paddle, how you get it home and who is paddling it, and we'd rather talk that through than sell you the wrong one.
On paper it is 13' 2" long and 45 lbs, with a Multi-chined, V-shaped with pronounced stern keel hull and a 300 lbs weight capacity. Weight matters more than most people expect — it decides whether you can load it on your own after a morning on the water. Around Clearwater and Tampa Bay that usually means calm bays, mangrove creeks and the Gulf shoreline. Ask us which launches suit it best.
Not sure? Try it first. Our Demo Days are free, and a private paddling demo lets you take it out with one of our staff. We also fit roof racks, rig and repair kayaks, and can help you work out how to carry it.
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Questions we get about this kayak
Can I try the Hurricane Kayaks Tampico 130 before I buy it?
Yes. We hold free Demo Days where you can paddle the boats we carry, and you can book a private demo if you would rather go at your own pace. See the dates on our Demo Day page, or call 727-524-9670.
How heavy is the Hurricane Kayaks Tampico 130, and how much can it hold?
It weighs 45 lbs. The listed weight capacity is 300 lbs. Add your gear — and a dog, if you paddle with one — to the paddler's weight when you check the capacity.
Will the Hurricane Kayaks Tampico 130 fit on my car?
Most kayaks this size travel on a roof rack with cradles or saddles. Our Rack Fit Guide looks up the right rack for your vehicle, and we install racks at the shop — bring the car and we'll sort it out.
Is the Hurricane Kayaks Tampico 130 in stock?
Stock changes as boats sell, and colors vary. Use the Reserve button on this page or call 727-524-9670 and we'll confirm what's on the floor and set it aside for you. Reserving is not a purchase — you pay when you pick it up.
Do you ship kayaks?
Boats ship only by arrangement. Most customers pick up at our Clearwater shop, and we'll help you load it.
Can you rig, repair or service it after I buy?
Yes. We do hull repairs, rigging and custom lighting, and we service the brands we sell, so the shop that fits your kayak is the same one that looks after it.
Where is Osprey Bay Outdoors and when are you open?
160 N. Belcher Rd, Clearwater, FL. Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 9–5, Sunday 10–4, closed Monday. Call 727-524-9670.
