Vibe Sea Ghost 130 Angler Kayak

Description

We have the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale, the flagship angler kayak from Vibe Kayaks. It is a 13 foot sit on top fishing kayak with a 550 lb capacity, an extra wide stable hull and a built in toe controlled rudder, so it tracks straight on long paddles and holds its course in wind and current. It handles everything from rivers to surf, and it comes loaded with the rod holders, hatches, console and storage that anglers want. It is new, available in four colours, and we ship worldwide.

This page covers the full specifications, the hull and rudder, the fishing features, seating, rigging ideas, motor options, transport, care, shipping and the questions we are asked most.

Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale: Specifications

Published weights vary slightly between production years. Your capacity plate and Vibe’s documents are the final word.

Built for Big Water and Long Days

The Sea Ghost 130 is the bigger, faster sibling of the Sea Ghost 110. The extra length gives it more glide per stroke and better tracking, so you cover distance with less effort. The extra wide hull gives it the stability anglers need to cast, fight fish and move around without worry.

That combination makes it at home on open coast, large lakes and reservoirs, wide rivers and estuaries. The hull copes with choppy water and ocean swell while staying stable when you stop to fish. With a 550 lb capacity, there is room for a bigger paddler, a cooler, crates, rods and safety gear without the kayak sitting low.

The Toe Controlled Rudder

Many kayaks sell rudders as an extra. The Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale includes one. You steer with your feet using the toe controls, which leaves your hands free to paddle, cast or hold a rod.

A rudder makes a big difference on a 13 foot kayak. It keeps you tracking straight in crosswinds, helps you hold position over a spot in current, and saves energy on long paddles because you no longer have to correct with every stroke. When you reach shallow water or the beach, lift the rudder out of the way.

Fishing Features of the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale

• Extra rod holders, including flush mounts behind the seat, so you can troll on the way to your spot or stow rods safely.
• Gear tracks for mounting extra rod holders, fish finders, lights and cameras.
• Center console with a lid that can carry extra equipment, plus storage inside.
• Transducer mounting point in a protected recess under the hull, with routing through to the console, for a clean fish finder installation.
• Tackle tray holders to keep lures and terminal tackle within reach.
• Large rear tank well with bungee tie downs for a crate, cooler or bait bucket.
• Front and rear hatches that are easy to reach for dry storage.

The Vibe Hero Seat

Comfort decides how long you stay on the water. The Vibe Hero seat is a framed, padded seat with breathable mesh that dries quickly. It is dual position, so you can sit low for stable paddling or high for better visibility and casting. Adjustable straps let you tune the back support for all day comfort.

Who Buys the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale

Serious kayak anglers

If you fish offshore, big lakes or long stretches of coast, the length, capacity and rudder make it a true fishing machine.

Bigger paddlers

The 550 lb capacity and wide hull give larger paddlers a stable, confident platform.

Kayak campers and explorers

Plenty of storage and capacity for overnight gear.

Recreational paddlers wanting stability

It is a great stable kayak for fishing or recreational use, comfortable for long days of exploring.

Rigging Ideas for the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale

The Sea Ghost 130 is ready to fish out of the box, but most owners add a few upgrades:

• An anchor trolley and grapnel anchor bundle to hold position in current and wind.
• Extra Railblaza Rod Holder II units on StarPort HD mounts.
• A Railblaza Visibility Kit II with flag and all round light for safety.
• A Sea Ghost deck pad kit for grip and comfort when standing.
• A Railblaza Camera Boom 600 to film your catches.
• A Fish Grip and a Fish Stik measuring board.

Choosing a Paddle

A sit on top fishing kayak with a raised seat needs a longer paddle than a touring kayak. The Vibe Evolve paddle adjusts from 230 to 250 cm, ideal for high and low seat positions. For a stronger, stiffer stroke with a handy hook for grabbing lines, see the Backwater Assassin carbon hybrid paddle.

Adding a Motor

Want to cover more water? Vibe kayaks can be motorized with a Bixpy kit. The Vibe Bixpy Ready Gravity Rudder is designed so the lower section can be swapped for a Bixpy rudder adapter and jet motor. Check local rules first, as motorized kayaks may need registration in some areas.

Transport and Launching

At around 92 lb fully loaded, the Sea Ghost 130 is a two person lift onto a roof rack, or a job for a trailer. A kayak cart makes life much easier from car to water. The C-Tug SandTrakz kayak cart carries up to 80 kg, rolls well on soft sand, and breaks down to stow on board. Four carrying handles help when two people lift.

On the Water

Start with the seat in the low position until you get a feel for the boat. Paddle with smooth strokes and let the long hull glide. Use the rudder to hold your line in wind. When you reach your spot, raise the seat for a better view, deploy the anchor, and fish. The wide hull lets you turn to cast, reach the tank well and land fish without feeling tippy.

Safety

• Always wear a life jacket.
• Carry a whistle, a light and a means of calling for help.
• Check the forecast, tides and currents before you go.
• Tell someone your plan and when you expect to return.
• Dress for the water temperature, not the air.
• Fit a visibility flag and light, especially near boat traffic.

Care and Storage

• Rinse with fresh water after salt water use, including the rudder and hatches.
• Store out of direct sun, ideally under cover or with a UV cover.
• Store on its side or on padded racks to avoid hull dents.
• Check rudder lines and fittings regularly.
• Do not drag the hull over rocks or concrete. Use a cart.

Fishing Different Waters

Lakes and reservoirs

On big still water, the long hull of the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale lets you cover ground between points, weed beds and drop offs without tiring. Troll a lure from the flush mount holders as you paddle, then anchor up on a promising spot.

Rivers

In current, the rudder earns its keep. Use it to hold an angle across the flow while you cast to the banks, or to keep the bow pointed downstream as you drift. Anchor trolleys let you set the anchor from the bow or stern so the kayak lies cleanly in the current.

Coast and estuaries

The hull copes with chop and swell, and the capacity carries the extra safety gear you need on the sea. Plan around tides and wind, stay within your experience, and fly a visibility flag near boat traffic.

Surf launches

Launching through small surf takes practice. Point the bow straight into the waves, time your launch for a lull, and paddle hard until you are past the break. Stow rods and loose gear before you go. Lift the rudder until you are in deeper water.

Setting Up a Fish Finder

The Sea Ghost 130 makes electronics easy. The transducer sits in a protected recess under the hull, so it is shielded when you beach the kayak. The cable runs through to the center console, where you can store the battery and keep wiring tidy. Mount the display on the console lid or a gear track where you can see it from the seat. A small lithium battery is light and lasts a full day for most units.

A Day on the Water

You load the kayak onto the cart at dawn and roll it to the ramp. Rods go in the flush mounts, the crate goes in the tank well, and the anchor sits on its trolley. You paddle out with the seat low, rudder down, trolling a lure along the shoreline. Halfway out, a rod bends. You raise the seat, turn in the wide, stable cockpit and land a good fish. By mid morning you are anchored over a drop off, watching the fish finder. At noon you paddle back, the long hull gliding with each stroke, and the rudder keeps you straight into a building breeze. That is the kind of day the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale is built for.

Kayak Fishing Tips for Beginners

1. Practise in calm, warm water before heading out further.
2. Learn to get back on the kayak from the water while wearing your life jacket.
3. Keep your rod tips low when fighting a fish to stay balanced.
4. Leash expensive gear such as rods and paddles to the kayak.
5. Keep the deck clutter free so you can move without tripping.
6. Use the anchor trolley to point the kayak where you want it.
7. Start with short trips and build up distance as your confidence grows.

Why Anglers Choose the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale

Fishing kayaks with this much capacity, a rudder and a console often cost far more. Vibe built its reputation on bringing true fishing kayaks to a price more people can afford, and the Sea Ghost 130 is its flagship. You get a long, efficient hull, an included rudder, a comfortable raised seat, a fish finder ready transducer mount and plenty of rigging space, with a limited lifetime hull warranty behind it. For many anglers it is the one kayak that does it all.

Storage and Organisation

A tidy kayak is a safer, more productive kayak. Use the front hatch for dry gear you will not need until you land. Keep tackle trays in their holders within reach of the seat. Put a crate in the rear tank well for spare rods, a net and a bait bucket. Use the console for small items you reach for often, such as pliers, a phone in a dry case and spare leaders. Strap everything down so nothing slides when you turn or launch through waves.

Paddling Technique

A longer kayak rewards good technique. Sit upright, rotate your torso and push with your feet against the foot braces rather than pulling with your arms. Keep strokes smooth and close to the hull. Let the rudder handle small course corrections so you can keep a steady rhythm. On a long paddle, this saves a lot of energy and leaves more for fishing.

Upgrading Your Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale Over Time

Many owners start simple and add gear season by season. A common path is anchor trolley first, then extra rod holders, then a fish finder, then a visibility kit and camera mount, and finally a motor for longer range. The gear tracks and console mean there is room to grow without drilling new holes. Ask us for a bundle if you want several upgrades at once.

Kayak Fishing Checklist

• Life jacket, whistle and knife
• Phone in a waterproof case or a VHF radio
• Visibility flag and all round light
• Anchor, trolley and line
• Rods, reels and tackle trays
• Fish grip, pliers and measuring board
• Water, food and sun protection
• Dry bag with spare clothes
• Paddle leash and a spare paddle on longer trips

Choosing Your Colour

The Sea Ghost 130 comes in Slate Blue, Raven, Wildfire and Galaxy. Bright colours such as Wildfire are easier for boats to see, which matters on busy or coastal water. Darker colours such as Raven and Slate Blue suit anglers who want a stealthier look on clear water. Galaxy offers a striking mix. Whatever you choose, adding a visibility flag improves safety.

More Questions Buyers Ask

Is it good for beginners?

Yes. The wide hull is stable and forgiving, and the rudder makes steering easy. Beginners should start on calm water.

Can I use it in the sea?

Yes. The hull handles chop and swell. Always check conditions and wear a life jacket.

Does it fit on a car roof?

Yes, with suitable roof bars and two people to lift. Many owners use a trailer for convenience.

Can I add a motor later?

Yes. Vibe kayaks can be motorized with a Bixpy kit. Check local registration rules.

Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale vs Other Vibe Kayaks

Choose the Sea Ghost 130 for the most capacity, speed and stability for single paddler fishing on big water. Choose the Sea Ghost 110 if you want the same features in a lighter, shorter kayak that is easier to transport.

Warranty

Vibe provides a limited lifetime hull warranty on new hard shell kayaks and a one year warranty on parts attached to the kayak. See the official Vibe Kayaks website for full terms.

Shipping Worldwide

We ship the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale worldwide. A 13 foot kayak ships as oversized freight, so the cost depends on your location and the delivery method. Tell us your country and nearest city and we will quote delivery to your door or a freight terminal. We can include paddles and accessories in the same shipment.

Please read our terms and conditions and refund and return policy, and see our customer reviews.

Buy the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale From Us

NJ Marines Outboard Engines is based in Fresno, California, and supplies boats, kayaks and outboards worldwide. Call or WhatsApp +1 209 690 5983, see our about page, or contact us via the contact page.

FAQ: Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale

What is the weight capacity?

550 lb.

Does it come with a rudder?

Yes, a foot controlled rudder is included.

How heavy is it?

About 74 lb for the hull and about 92 lb fully loaded with seat, rudder and fittings.

Can I stand and fish?

The extra wide hull is very stable. Practise standing in calm water first and add a deck pad for grip.

Can I fit a fish finder?

Yes. It has a protected transducer mounting point under the hull.

Do you ship the Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale worldwide?

Yes. Send your location for a quote.

Final Word

The Vibe Sea Ghost 130 for sale gives you a long, fast, very stable fishing platform with a rudder included and room for all your gear. Order today, or message us for help choosing paddles and accessories.

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