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Pelican River Gorge 130XP

Two paddling positions on an open deck.

The River Gorge 130XP is a 13-foot tandem sit-on-top with adjustable padded seats and storage at both ends. Its 500 lb maximum load is shared by the people and everything they bring, rather than applying to each seat.

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Pelican River Gorge 130XP kayak, supplied product photograph
Model shown for reference. Color and fitted accessories may differ from SKU KUF13P200-00.
Length
13 ft
396.2 cm
Width
34 in
86.4 cm
Published weight*
73 lb
33.1 kg
Maximum load
500 lb
226.8 kg

The layout, up close.

Two primary seats

The specification table lists two paddlers. A molded center position appears in the feature list; it should not be read as approval for a third adult.

Storage and fittings

Quick-lock hatches, bow and stern bungees, bottle holders and accessory eyelets divide the storage around the seats.

Shared transport

At 73 lb and thirteen feet long, the published dimensions make a two-person carrying plan a sensible starting point.

Where it fits

Compare the River Gorge with the Argo 136XP when you already know two people will paddle together. The first decision is the open-deck arrangement versus a sit-in layout, followed by fit for both paddlers.

The trade-off

The River Gorge is six inches shorter than the Argo tandem but 2.25 inches wider, and its published weight is six pounds higher. Both list the same maximum load, so neither offers extra capacity simply because one looks roomier.

Reference specifications

Reference SKU
KUF13P200-00
Seating layout
Sit On Top
Paddlers
2
Propulsion
Paddle
Length
13 ft / 396.2 cm
Width
34 in / 86.4 cm
Published weight*
73 lb / 33.1 kg
Maximum carrying load
500 lb / 226.8 kg
Seat
Two adjustable Ergofit seats; verify generation
Storage
Quick-lock hatches and bungee storage

Metric conversions are rounded from the published inch and pound figures. Weight is a published reference, not an independent measurement. Confirm included equipment and the load guidance for the exact kayak.

Specification check. Seat-generation conflict: the manufacturer description refers to Ergofit G2, while the full feature list says Ergofit G3. Verify the supplied seating instead of promising one generation.

Before you choose

Check each person’s footrest reach and leave room for the combined gear. A molded middle position is not a substitute for following the passenger and seating instructions for your actual model.

Work through the choosing checklist and plan transport and storage before the first outing.

Source & configuration

Manufacturer specifications: River Gorge 130XP. Reference checked September 17, 2026. This profile combines the published configuration with practical comparison notes; it is not a hands-on test report. Model years, retailer packages and accessories can differ.

Two nearby options.