Pelican Pursuit 140T DLX Specifications

Length: 14 feet
Beam (Width): 30 inches
Cockpit Depth: 14 inches
Cockpit Width: 17.5 inches
Cockpit Length: 90 inches
Weight: 58 pounds
Capacity: 600 pounds

Pelican Pursuit 140T DLX Overview

Pelican gave the tandem DLX version two molded seats, and adjustable backrests. These are actually pretty comfortable, for being Pelican. They are starting to step up the quality, with the sport growing more and more each year. The expected, adjustable foot pegs are also included. They say that everything is adjustable, but it really isn’t. The foot pegs are easily adjusted, but a shorter person will want to be in back. Also, anyone over 6 feet tall is going to have a small issue in the boat, period. You should have your own boat anyways. The fit and finish is typical Pelican, but hey, you get what you pay for. It does the job, very well, though.

Pelican Pursuit 140T DLX Storage

The boat comes with two paddle tie downs, a rear bungee, and a semi waterproof 5 inch hatch up front. The paddle tie downs are a nice addition, because you should be using a paddle leash. This is a handy spot to connect the leash to, without drilling into the boat. I know most of you don’t like to drill into brand new kayaks, but I don’t mind. The rear bunges are decent quality, but it appears to me, that if you use them for more than a season or two, they are going to need to be replaced.

Pelican Pursuit 140T DLX Accessories

The drop down skeg on this boat is greatly appreciated. When tandem kayaking, you have to be in sync with each other, not only on stroke, but power as well. Correcting strokes are a lot more pronounced on tandem kayaks. The skeg keeps the rear of the boat from wiggling, and makes it so that you both have to have the same stroke to get it to turn. It helps to teach you better paddling techniques as well! The padded seat cushions are definately a nice touch. This is an exploring kayak, for 2 people, not a kayak for fishing. That means comfort is a must. It also has two handy divots to put your water bottles in as well. They are exposed to the sun, so I would recommend putting a cooler up front, or behind the rear seat.

Pelican Pursuit 140T DLX Real World Test

On the water, this boat is just as fast as the Pursuit 140 DLX. With two people, you can get going at a very impressive clip. From my use, I would have to recommend this kayak to people who like to bird watch, wildlife watch, or general just enjoy exploring. Tandem kayaks are not for fishing, at all. Even if you think you are the exclusion to that rule, go ahead and try. You won’t do it again. My fiance and I picked up one of these at cost, and have enjoyed it a few times so far. It is comfortable, and it keeps her quite for most of the ride! (She is going to kill me! I love you honey!) I could definately recommend the Pelican Pursuit 140T DLX for couples, or friends, but not fishing partners.

I hope the Pelican Pursuit 140T DLX Fishing Kayak Review will help you when it comes time to purchase your kayak. Just remember, the Pursuit 140T is not designed for kayak fishing.

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Pelican Pursuit 140 DLX Specifications

Length: 14 Feet
Beam (Width): 28 Inches
Cockpit Depth: 14 Inches
Cockpit Width: 17.5 Inches
Cockpit Length: 45 Inches
Weight: 57 Pounds
Capacity: 450 Pounds

Pelican Pursuit 140 DLX Overview

At 14 feet long, this kayak is one of the faster boats in the Pelican lineup.  Boats of this length typically do not need a rudder, and that is exactly the case with the Pursuit 140 DLX.  However, Pelican has thrown in a drop down skeg to help keep the boat in a straight line.  The way that the skeg is setup, allows it to fold up if you are to encounter something on the bottom.  Rudders usually snap off, I have broken a few!  The molded seat, adjustable foot pegs, and adjustable padded backrest are almost expected on kayaks nowdays, but Pelican has done a nice job, and these kayaks require only a few modifications to make them fishermen friendly.

Pelican Pursuit 140 DLX Storage

The storage hatch on the rear of the boat is typical Pelican.  The first time that you use this hatch, you are going to flip the boat.  Everything in the boat with you is going to go in the water.  You are better off taking a hacksaw to this section of the boat, and opening it up for a little more storage.  Maybe even fitting a nice neoprene cover over it, like a spray skirt.  I don’t understand why they put these useless hatches on these boats.  Pelican has at least thrown in a dry bag that fits well into the hatch, at most stores.  If the store you are at doesn’t include this, ask for it.  They will probably try to charge you more! Be careful!

Pelican Pursuit 140 DLX Accessories

The bungees on the boat are nice for tie downs, but they make noise when you are storing your paddle.  It typically bangs against the boat, causing a slight vibration.  If you are using them to strap down a tent, or a bigger dry bag however, they will work sufficient.  I usually sacrifice them for leashes, and other tie downs, because we all know that Pelican doesn’t like to give us tie down options!

Pelican Pursuit 140 DLX Real World Test

The real world test was decent.  I began the day on a shaky start.  With this boat being 28 inches wide, and 14 feet long, its a bit tippy.  You get used to it though, pretty quick.  Once I got paddling, I realized that this boat is fast.  It drifts very smooth at the end of your stroke, and doesn’t do the tail wiggle, especially with the skeg down.  I did have a wet lap though, which could be more attributed to the paddle I was using.  I normally stuff cotton balls on the end of the paddle, to cure the drips.  I ended the day trying to reach back and use the useless hatch, while still in the water.  Over I went.  Unlucky for myself, and you readers out there, the camera was destroyed.  The Pelican Pursuit 140 DLX is a very good entry level rec kayak, that can easily be converted to a kayak fishing setup!

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