Great Kayak lots of room Great stability and mobity

Got the shearwater 125 to start my yak fishing adventures and I could not be more pleased with the setup, looks and comfort this yak has to offer. Very stable and very easy tracking and paddling was down right easy. So glad I made the decision to go with vibe. So easy you don’t even need legs to enjoy it.

Love my shearwater 125
Sure it needs some upgrades to make perfect.
Best fishing platform available. I can't explain how much I love fishing from this thing!

I've used, not abused, 125 Sharewater for almost four years now. It's sturdy, stable, and exceptional in its tracking capabilities. Mostly fishing SW FL for 2/3 times per week, always rinsing it afterwards, and so far no complaints. It's very versatile and agile, in my opinion, with plenty of options to modify it. I've attached Bixpy, and I couldn't be happier with the foot pedal controls.

This is my first kayak and absolutely love it! Decided to go with the Impulse Drive and happy I did. The ability to instantly go into reverse is great! The SW is very stable, tracks well and easy to maneuver on a cart to launch.

I pre-ordered the Shearwater a few months before it was released. There was some delays due to Covid so I think I finally picked up the boat in early May. There were some very minor issues with the first generation but Vibe customer support has been nothing short of amazing. Every time I've needed a replacement part (always small things, never anything major) customer support has shipped it to me super fast. Even interacting with customer service is a nice experience. I literally can't say enough good things. Since then I've recommended Vibe to all my friends. Vibe has earned my respect and loyalty for life!

I love this kayak. I originally had a Yellowfin 100, but hated how it maneuvered on the water—it never tracked straight for me which is why I upgraded to the SW. The SW tracks super straight, is extremely comfortable, and super stable. I even stood up once on it and was fine. I’m 5’4” at 235lbs and it held my fat ass perfectly fine. The biggest problem that I have with it is that it is just too big for me both length-wise and especially weight-wise. I love it on the water but on land, I curse the thing all the time. It is for this reason that I am going for the Makana and my boyfriend can have my SW.

Best platform, xdrive steering could use a rework, but extremely happy

I’ve put more miles on this kayak than I have my car. It just keeps trucking down the river. I absolutely love this thing. It’s comfortable, Has ample tackle storage, and tracks very well. I find myself leaving my other kayaks at home more often than not.

This is a great kayak. Very durable, tracks well, plenty of storage and room. Only bad thing is this thing is SUPER heavy. Unless you have a buddy to help you load/unload it then it’s a workout maneuvering this kayak to and from the water.

I chose the Sheerwater because I really liked the setup better than the Outback. I like that it sits lower in the water so you're not battling the wind as much. It has great storage, and mounting all my accessories was super easy. For the price, you really can't beat a Sheerwater.

The Shearwater is an amazing kayak. So far it track’s great, very stable even in rough waters and XDrive is awesome.

This kayak is insane! Paired with the NK180s and its a fishing machine! Couldn't be happier. Buy one!

The kayak itself is awesome. I had an Ascend 12 ft fishing kayak from bass pro and this is definitely a trade up. I got the pedal drive and it makes all the difference. It's very sturdy, I have no problem standing on it, it's got plenty of rails for accessories, plenty of space for everything I use.

This was my first kayak purchase so I researched every brand before deciding on the Shearwater 125. I love this kayak. It is very comfortable, light but stable, tracks well and has so many configuration options. I can fish all day in it and not be tired. Love it!

Bought my Shearwater a few months ago. It was delivered from Miami to SC by van. The guy was very helpful.
The kayak is what I expected and will enjoy for many years

The Shearwater 125 has been a well-rounded kayak in every area, with superior stability. The versatility of the pod system allows this kayak to be a great solution for standing, sitting, pedaling on lakes and streams. I can fish out of this kayak all day long and not feel fatigued or uncomfortable.

Super happy with my Shearwater. Even better it give me multiple options on how I fish that day. Need to drop shot, spot lock with XI3, cover ground, use the Bixpy or peddles. Wanna hit a backwater stream a great paddle awaits!

This is an amazing kayak. It paddles like a dream even into the wind this kayak glides across the lakes. I love the tray under the seat, the large well in the back for gear and my cart. The only thing I would change is the rudder deploy dosn't work every time. Sometimes I have to use my paddle to push it down. Maybe if it had some type of weight to help it deploy correctly every-time. That said I love it.

Amazing kayak!! This kayak tracks so well and is incredibly stable. I’ve had nothing but good experiences in rough water with the SW 125. I wanted a kayak that had more open floor space which this kayak has rather than in floor storage. I like that you can use the Mirage 180 drive, I need reverse. The rail placement and rod holders (upright and lay down) are well thought out. The seat is comfortable and has a lot of position options. It’s a little on the heavy side but the trade offs are worth it. If you’re contemplating the SW 125, just get it. Beyond worth it.

First kayak. It is unbelievably stable and has so many great features. Rod storage is amazing. Tracks front and back for add-ons. Seat is very comfortable, I’m 67 and can fish for hours. It’s a little on the heavy side, but I only have to put it in the bed of my truck. Use the drawer under the seat a lot more than I thought I would. The addition of the x-drive was a good choice for me. Overall I am super happy with my experience on this kayak. Nice job Vibe!!!

Great kayak!!! Looks better in person! Only complaint is that it took to long to get to me.

I've had a Vibe Seaghost 110, 130, and now I have a Vibe Shearwater 125 that I bought as soon as it was released in 2020. In my opinion, Vibe kayaks are the best kayak you can get for the money. I loved both of my Seaghosts before I got my Shearwater! The customer service is great and they will resolve any issues you have or answer any questions. I would rather buy a Vibe kayak because of the value, customer service, and also the owner (Josh) and his family are great people.

Tank of a kayak I'm a big guy and this thing feels like you're on land I plan on getting another one so can go with my dad. I installed a fish finder and the pod works amazing for it. I also have a 55lb motor guide trolling motor on it (xi3 45inch shaft) I get about 4.5 mph the motor weighs 40 pounds and the battery weighs 45lb 85ah Even with all that extra weight and my gear and myself this thing still stays stable as can be. I do wish the seat would be able to rise a bit more but that's it.

I have been in several Vibe Kayaks and own several of them. The SW125 is the most stable kayak I have ever been in. I can actually stand up in this one and If I want to pedal or paddle I have my choice. The greatest fishing or just riding kayak anyone will ever own. The price is right and the options that you can do is more than any other kayak sold out there. It handles very well in smooth water just as well as choppy water. The dream kayak of all kayaks. The color options are all great and cannot go wrong with any of them. Grab ya one and get on the water and see for yourself how they are.

This is my first 'big' kayak. Since the early 2000's i've always tried to stay in more nimble boats since i mostly fish small fast moving streams and rivers. Doing more lake/pond/saltwater trips these days so picked up the SW125 to fill the gap for that arena and I have been more than impressed. I'm a bigger guy at over 250lbs but am also in pretty good shape for that weight, so can still do alot of bouncing around on my feet. I didn't think i'd even be able to step foot on the summit seat perch, but i was able to climb right up, and down. The boat itself is super stable and standing and fishing is easy as cake. It paddles well, tracks great, and all of the accessories/gear tracks/etc were well thought out in placement. If i had to do it over again i would buy this boat 3x. It's a great ride and i have zero complaints at all. For any of you that ice fish, you can also take the pod out of the center and drop down that hole to fill those mid-summer no-ice blues.

I love this kayak. Quickly became my go to vessel. Floated 300 miles on it already this year. Worth every penny.

This kayak has been great for the last 4 months. I got it with a few added options. Got the Xdrive, Anchor wizard, and I upgraded to a Bending branches paddle. Which had I known how great the Xdrive system was going to be, I would have skipped the paddle all together! I have had this Kayak in a few rivers and lakes this summer. It is such a joy to get out on the water with all This pandemic stuff. It is been especially great on windy days! Point it in the wind and keep on moving! Placement of the rod holders are perfect. I carry a crate or Bait tank on the back. It handles all the weight I can add to it with ease. Great Job Vibe! Home run for sure!