Bud, I appreciate the time and effort you put into this review. I have been on the fence on getting the 130 and you made my decision much easier. Vibe should hook you up with something. I also subscribed. Straightforward, no BS, and honest review. So I look forward to more.
Reel Fishing thank you very much it means alot! Yeah I have reached out to Vibe before but got told in November they vote on who they want feild staff, maybe if enough of my veiwers reached out to them and said hey y'all need this guy, they might listen. Thanks again
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Love the review, thanks! After a ton of looking and research, I just got my Sea Ghost 130 on 6/20/18. My rudder - the spring slips out because the plastic is soft, and it won't operate the rudder - I got to mention it to my dealer this week. Personally I wish Vibe had used a (replaceable) bungie system to auto-swing the rudder up/down, rather than that clock spring. And the free paddle sucks. But otherwise I'm tickled to death with it. I hope to drown many worms on it (and maybe someday also catch a fish).
I agree Jeff, the yak it self is a very nice yak just needs some tweeking and I hope Vibe comes across this video and reads the comments so they can address the issues
I'm like the top commentor. Was looking at the Predator , Cuda and others, came across the vibe, liked the price point and just needed your vid to put me over the top. Ordered. Thanks.
thank you very much glad my video helped you out, I like to give detailed reviews so folks know what they are getting into. I would appreciate if ya told vibe about my video helping ya :)
@@DinsmoreOutdoors for sure. Got my yak on Thursday took it out for a total of 8 hours over two days this weekend and absolutely loved it. Thanks again for your great review
Great video! Looking to buy one maybe this week. Only issue is I'm 6-5 320. I had a wilderness ride 115 and had no problems. I like to go way off shore with it . Daytona Beach area. I can't find a dealership close enough to even sit in one. Because of videos like yours I'm sold on it. Now if it only fits.LOL
The TAX MAN🤣. As I call HIM, THE MAN IN THE GRAY SUIT. He almost got ME one time while I was wade fishing. Literally almost run me over chasing my catch. Had to throw away those Wading trunks.
I have the Sea Ghost 110 (2019) The first thing I did was reverse the spring on the rudder. It stays down on it's own, and if I hit something, no problem, it gets pushed up and comes back down on it's own. When I want to pull it up I use the pull cord and lock it in. Why the factory doesn't do it this way I don't know.
Thanks for the vid.. I haven't bought one yet.. seriously thinking. I have been using a Perception Pescador 10foot for 7 years on the Chesapeake Bay.. great kayak but it's been like being in a Gemini space capsule with all my gear. don't know if I can post a link here but there's picture in the following link.. mychesapeakebay.net/kayakfishing/imageshonga/beverly.jpg 1.) Wind.. you say not good.. speed wise.. or are you getting blown around. I saw a couple of vids say good speed in the wind 2.) Rudder... you might try a cam type catch... for the line.. I use one for my anchor line when I am moving around a lot (quick release etc).. expensive but good. 3.) Waves on the water.. on the Chesapeake we get waves.. my kayak goes through them very well.. your opinion on this kayak and waves. Well.. if I do get this kayak.. considering what I have done with the 10foot, all that extra space I can't imagine what I will add. Thanks for your time creating the vid and input to Vibe from a serious user. Tight lines ! Rob
Rob MyMetroFun-com thank you Rob! 1) wind, just slows you down more paddling against it than the current in my opinion. 2) I'm getting a zig zag cleat to use. 3) takes waves very well, I call it my lil battleship because it looks like one as the front end smashes the waves
Good info. I have the same yak in ghost camo. We share the same issues and likes with this vibe. The very first thing to go south was the red ball, then the cables , and lastly the rudder. I cut the bottom out of the hatch. Replaced the straps on the lid with a hinge for more reachable storage. Only other mod was I added a pvc rod holder using the two built in rod holders above the rear hatch. Pretty sure I'm about to throw a trolling motor on it .
That PVC rack you have for holding up the kayak. Did you build it of buy it? If you built it can you do a video going over it? Or if you bought it where?
I bought mine April, 2017. Love it. Reversed my rudder spring immediately; therefore no cleet loosening. I only fish lakes. As you say: the weight and wind are real issues. For me, a set of wheels was mandatory- I am 70 yo. I may add troll motor for wind recovery. The front handle screws loosen regularly, not so the hatches. Stickers do not stick. The boat is holding up well. No real maintenance concerns yet. I fish 3x a week. Thank you for the review.
Great video, I've owned my Sea Ghost 110 for 5 years and have made many mods and fish in lakes, rivers and the Puget Sound. I looked at kayaks for over a year before deciding on the Vibe, a decision I still do not regret. I was so impressed with them I drove 350+ miles, round trip, to get it as no one in Washington sells them. If and when I decide to upgrade it will be to a Vibe with pedal power.
I loved my vibe but upgraded to a old town sportsman 120 PDL I have a video review of that as well. It was a game changer! and the biggest advantage it has over the vibe shear water is the instant reverse, just peddle backwards! also the props are only $9 and easy to carry a replacement.
Slim Sqonk 1 rear handle fix broomhandle piece hole through middle rope with knot on one end through broomstick tied off to carry handle will turn any direction you want rudder cleat fix clamp small hemostats on cord in front of cleat to keep from pulling through
Idk they may have changed it but on the rudder cable latch system that you mentioned failing it looks like their was supposed to be either a knot or a bead system that you pull up and over and that prevent it from slipping Through the teeth even if the lad a little arm you had to move with your finger to let it sit back in the groove when putting it back up you’re right their has to be a simple way to fix such a small miss engendered part
Nice review - even 2 years later! I now have the 2019 Vibe SG130. Rudder cleat is still an issue. Pedals are still stiff. Center console is new but the latches were not quality. I replaced them with rubber cooler latches. But still a great kayak. Thanks again.
What a helpful video! I’m thinking about getting a 130 (my first yak) and i appreciate your info for what’s in store for me. Will nyloc nuts fit on the storage compartment door bolts?
Perhaps a thicker gauge replacement line/rope for the rudder will have better/more consistent result using that jam cleat. Thank you sir for the review I was searching for. Just found your channel, subscribed and elected for updates. Now to peruse yer archives. Respect and gratitude from north central Florida.
I plan to buy the same model soon. I think it weights about 75 pounds. I want to use my car rack for it but I'm unsure if it's too heavy for one person. Any thoughts?
I recommend you check out how to adjust rudder cables on you vibe kayak. Looks like you have too much slack in your lines. I just watched it before I watched your video. Great video, I sub your channel and look forward to seeing more of your videos.
i have before like I was saying the line wears out and the springs are not as stiff, so I have to just keep messing with it a lil each time. glad you liked the video and thanks for subbing!
Great video... thanks for taking the time to put this together... really appreciate it. I just bought a 130 and look forward to a lot of lake and river fishing up here in Illinois... and will definitely keep an eye on the trouble spots you've pointed out. Enjoy the rest of your summer and be safe!!
Why did you decide on the 130 vs 110? I want the 110 because it's lighter but I want to take it out in the ocean. Are there any drawbacks to the 110 vs 130.
Vibe started turning there handles sideways for two reasons. 1 its easier if your trying to pull it up a bank and 2 its easy to grab on without turning over the kayak for rescue.
yes on the side of the yak having them running along side just makes sense, but as for carrying or dragging for the front and back I like the t handle style of ocean kayaks.
Thank you very much! my first kayak was a pescador 120 basically the same kayak you got, loved it! it was a great first kayak to get me into kayak fishing
I know some of there field staff guys have seen it, but not sure about the Thomas the head guy at Vibe. Thank you very much sir! glad you enjoyed the video and I hope you enjoy your new yak!
it just kinda worked out that way haha, the way my land is it is long and narrow so had to do the same with the pond in order to get 1 acre, anything over a acre your permit cost go way up! the deepest spot is a trench that is 18'
For the rudder string sliding issue I would just put a plastic spring toggle on the line to keep it from sliding in the catch. Then you can just adjust the toggle on the line as needed
Great review. My 130 should be here next week. I know it's late in the season but $100 off is a good incentive. Please do a how to on anchoring rigs and technique. On the hatch bolts backing out try loosening them several turns and then use a Q-tip to put blue Loctite or marine sealant into the threaded end of the hinge. It has worked for me in other similar applications with bolted hinges. Here's a suggestion for the rudder: Bypass the cleat altogether and install a U-hook to catch the pull ball in the down position. Here's one I found on Amazon (no information on the material or if rust resistant): www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Tornado+00500+Small+U-Hook Thanks, Glenn
Thanks for the review. I am 5'11" tall and 170 lbs. I am curious about whether you fish standing up in this kayak? If so have you set the hook like you would worm fishing? Have you fallen out or is it pretty stable while standing? Thanks for any ifo you can share.
hi there! yes I have frog fish for bass standing up and havnt had a problem setting the hook, but once I have the fish hooked up I sit back down to fight the fish and get him in the yak. Like any thing else your gonna have to get a feel for the yak, like what you can cant get away with, so try a couple test runs just standing up, or for smaller fish like bluegill.
I have fished out of a couple different kayaks in the past but none you could stand in. (mine are 10 footers) I hope to get one like this in the future. Thanks for the reply
I would try to put some 5200 or marine grade silicone around the base of it and see if it still leaks, that may fix your problem and if it still does then yea I would give Vibe a call.
Great review. Been eying up the Sea Ghost 130 for quite some time. It seems feature packed for the price. Thank you for you time and effort put into this honest review.
@@DinsmoreOutdoors if you still have the same kayak you should do a two year update. Im looking into getting one of these yaks and it would be cool to see how they hold up over that amount of time
Can you wrap and tie line around the rudder string just in the spot where you need it to catch the cleat to make it thicker, thereby grabbing the cleat more firmly? Great review! Thanks.
I take mine out almost every weekend and beat the heck out of it for the past 2 years. Only problem I have is just like you said the rudder won’t stay down. Great review thank you sir just wish you had a fix to show us about the rudder
Im going to buy a small zig zag cleat that should work just fine. some folks say if you call vibe they will replace it with a new system, guessed they watched the video lol
Guys its super simple to reverse the rudder spring, once reversed you dont cleat it at all and if you run over a log it just snaps right back down no prob! It is a must do mod!! Only time i cleat mine is transport and storage
I dont own a 2019 model so cant really say much about it. but hope one day to upgrade to a pedal drive kayak that way I have my hands free for casting but for now, my kayak is doing just fine!
Dom Bogey I had the riptide waterhog. I replaced the Paracord with metal braid leader I got from Bass pro shops. I used 180#. It made a huge difference. Rudder turned left and right so much easier. No stretch in the line kept the pedals level.
Vibe adressed some of those iusse the rubber on 2020 and 2021 has a pin that holders it on. The handles got improved and The center console got new latches as did the front hatch . At least on the 110 I'm assuming the 130 too. Keep in mind this video is two years old with the old Gary latches which got replaced .
@@DinsmoreOutdoors easy way too tell the old console had a strip those get replace with two samll compartments and the front hatch cover got resigned too. vibe has pretty good customer service if you have any problems
Nether, just applied to be there feild staff a couple times and seem to get the run around. What to be part of the team so hopefully I can give them some input that will help us all
The rudder on my two Perception/Wilderness kayaks doesn't have a spring in the rudder. I would just remove the spring. I would replace the rudder steering twine/string(?) with stainless metal cables that don't stretch. I noticed in other videos most Vibe owners replace those steering cords first thing. Great video /review! Glad the kayak is working out for you!
for me if your paying over $1,000 or have it on a trailer your defeating the purpose of having a kayak IMO might as well get a skiff. Lot of folks got em though
