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Expedition 128 by Hurricane



A Perfect Choice for Folks who want the Features of the Expedition 140 in a Smaller Size

  • Extremely Light Thermoformed Construction
  • 2 Sealed Dry Storage Compartments
  • Hull Displacement Works Well for Wide Range of Paddlers

GOPC AQUA SCALE

Steadiness •••••
Seaworthiness ••••
Efficiency •••
Maneuverability ••••
Paddler Size
Solo/Tandem
Hull Material
Length
Width
Max Load Capacity
Weight
Cockpit Size
Rudder/Skeg
Hatches
Bulkheads
S-L
Solo
TFP (ABS/Acrylic)
12'8"
25"
300 lbs
46 lbs
2.5
None
2
2

DESCRIPTION: The Hurricane Expedition 128 is designed to be a Roomy, Steady and Versatile kayak. At only 46 lbs, this is one of the lightest Hybrid kayaks that can fit a wide range of paddlers. The secret to this weight savings can be found in its Thermoformed construction.

Two sheets of ABS plastic with an Acrylic cap are heated, vacuum formed and bonded together. The result is a kayak that is light, attractive, stiff and with 5 times the UV resistance of the typical Polyethylene boat. Although the Thermoformed ABS construction yields greater UV stability, abrasion resistance and stiffness, ABS is not as impact resistant as Polyethylene. Consequently, Thermoformed ABS is not recommended for abusive environments such as Whitewater.

TheExpedition 128 is based on the popular but larger Expedition 140. This kayak is well suited for relaxed trips on lakes, slow moving deep rivers, estuaries and other semi - protected waterways.

The Expedition 128 is very user - friendly and offers a good blend of Tracking, Stability and Maneuverability. An average paddler can expect to cover 3 miles in an hour of paddling. While roomy enough for large paddlers, the displacement of the Expedition 128 makes it particularly well suited for small to medium sized folks.

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES:

  • Aquabound Stingray Paddle
  • Paddling Specific PFD
  • Kayak Cart
  • Bilge Pump
  • Roof Rack Saddle or Cradle System
MSRP
Freight*
Total
OUR PRICE
(in store purchase only)
Pricing Notes
$1,149
$50
$1,199
$1,125

*Freight: This is what it would cost to ship a single boat from the manufacturer to one of our store locations. When you purchase an in-stock boat as an in-store purchase, this Freight Cost is already included as part of Our Price. This Freight figure is useful for approximating freight costs associated with a special order to one of our store locations. If you need a boat shipped to your home address from one of our shops, please inquire with one of our stores for an exact freight quote.

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