Name

Vibe Kayaks

Legal name

Vibe Kayaks

Website

https://vibekayaks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fishing Kayaks

NAICS

Boat Dealers (441222)

akta.pro primary industry

Kayak & Paddle Fishing Specialty Retail (CRAMALAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Paddle Sports Retail (Kayak, Canoe, SUP, Paddles) (CRAMAIAD)

Keywords

• Recreational kayaks
• Fishing kayaks
• Pedal kayaks
• Inflatable SUP kayaks
• Kayak accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Kennesaw

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Kayak Sales: One-time sale of kayaks including fishing kayaks (Sea Ghost, Shearwater, Makana, Hydra, Yellowfin series), recreational kayaks, and inflatable SUP/kayak hybrids (Cubera, Uptown)
2. Accessories and Parts: Paddles, pedals, motors, anchoring, rigging, seating, storage, coolers, drinkware, and replacement parts for kayak customization and maintenance
3. Dealer/Reseller Distribution: Wholesale distribution through 57 authorized dealers globally including specialty retailers and major sporting goods chains

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Vibe Kayaks designs, manufactures, and sells fishing and recreational kayaks—both rotomolded polyethylene hard-shells (10-13 ft, $599.99-$1,899.99) and drop-stitch PVC inflatable hybrids ($849.99-$1,699.99)—along with an accessory and propulsion ecosystem (paddles, Impulse Drive and X-Drive pedal kits, Bixpy-Ready Gravity Rudders, coolers, rigging, seats). The company sells direct-to-consumer through vibekayaks.com and via a 57-dealer global network including Academy Sports + Outdoors, DICK'S Sporting Goods, and specialty paddle-sports shops.

Product overview

Vibe Kayaks manufactures a portfolio of fishing and recreational kayaks, inflatable SUP kayaks, and motorized kayak systems. The hard-shell lineup includes the Hydra 130, Shaka 100, Shearwater 125, Makana 100, Sea Ghost 130, and Sea Ghost 105 fishing kayaks ranging from 10-13 feet. The inflatable lineup includes the Cubera 125 Lite, Cubera 120 Hybrid, and Uptown 100 Lite, which combine kayak and SUP functionality with pedal drive options. Key technology differentiators include multi-mode propulsion systems supporting paddle, pedal (Impulse Drive and X-Drive), and Bixpy Jet motor integration. The accessory ecosystem includes carbon fiber paddles, rudder systems, coolers, and rigging accessories. The company offers a Lifetime Limited Hull Warranty on hard-shell kayaks and a 2-Year Warranty on inflatable products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vibe Sea Ghost 105 A 10'6\" fishing kayak priced at $999.99 with a stability hull, bow and stern motor mounting options, molded battery compartment, deluxe framed seat, multiple accessory gear tracks, and rear cargo storage with bungees; targets anglers seeking a motorize-able mid-size fishing platform.
• Vibe Hydra 130 A 13-foot fishing kayak priced at $1,199.99 with a rockered bow, 440 lb capacity, rotomolded polyethylene construction, gear tracks, dual hatches, Flex 4 seat, adjustable foot braces, toe-controlled rudder, and a Bixpy-Ready Gravity Rudder system for motor integration; targets anglers targeting big-water and offshore conditions.
• Vibe Shaka 100 A 10-foot sit-inside kayak priced at $599.99 (sale from $799.99), weighing 59 lbs with 380 lb capacity, oversized cockpit, Summit Framed Seat, rear tank well with scuppers, dual gear tracks, adjustable foot braces, and flush-mount rod holders; Vibe's first sit-inside model, marketed as a compact daily-driver.
• Vibe Shearwater 125 A 12'6\" fishing kayak priced starting at $1,799.99 with 475 lb capacity, multi-mode propulsion (paddle, Impulse Drive pedal, X-Drive pedal, or Bixpy Jet motor via pod), Summit Seat with five positions, eight gear tracks, dual Power-Pole mounts, and Versa Pod integration; positioned as the most versatile and stable model in the lineup.
• Vibe Makana 100 A 10-foot pedal kayak priced $1,449.99-$1,899.99 with 400 lb capacity, X-Drive or Impulse Drive pedal system, Hero Seat 2.0, four gear tracks, flush-mount rod holders, shallow-water anchor mount, and rudder kit; marketed as a compact throw-and-go pedal kayak for flats, bays, and lakes.
• Vibe Sea Ghost 130 A 13-foot fishing kayak priced at $1,099.99 with 550 lb capacity, Hero Seat 2.0, toe-controlled rudder system, Versa Center Console, 20\" sealed oval hatch, and rigging options including gear tracks, flush-mount rod holders, and tackle tray slots; positioned as a long-range fishing platform.
• Vibe Cubera 125 Lite A 12'6\" inflatable SUP/kayak priced at $849.99 with drop-stitch PVC construction, 420 lb capacity, 28 lb hull weight, Switchback Seat, touring fin, roller bag, and 4-piece Roamer iSUP Hybrid Paddle; awarded Best SUP of 2025 by the Kayak Accessory Awards for combining portability with performance.
• Vibe Cubera 120 Hybrid A 12-foot hybrid kayak/SUP priced at $1,299.99 with a rotomolded exterior and sink-proof pressure-injected foam interior, 475 lb capacity, seven gear tracks, open deck platform with 14 D-rings, Power-Pole mount, and compatibility with Summit Seat, Perch, and Switchback seat options.
• Vibe Uptown 100 Lite A 10-foot inflatable pedal kayak priced at $1,699.99, including Impulse Drive Pedal Kit, Switchback Seat, 39\" width, 33 lb hull weight, 4-piece Roamer iSUP Hybrid Paddle, EVA foam deck padding, and hand-controlled rudder system; positioned as a customizable and motorize-able portable inflatable.
• Ember Carbon Fiber Paddle
• Vibe Bixpy-Ready Gravity Rudder
• Vibe 20 Quart Cooler
• Impulse Drive Pedal Kit
• Vibe X-Drive Pedal System

Quantifiable outcome

• 440-550 lb weight capacities enabling heavy gear loads for extended fishing trips
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Bixpy Jet MotorscoreTechnology or IntegrationBixpy Jet outboard motor integration compatibility built into select Vibe kayak models (Hydra 130, Shearwater 125). Vibe offers Bixpy-Ready Gravity Rudder systems and motor mounts as standard or optional features, enabling throttle-ready motorized propulsion for covering distance and navigating currents.
• Power-PolecoreTechnology or IntegrationPower-Pole shallow water anchor mount included as standard feature on select models (Shearwater 125, Cubera 120), enabling quick anchor deployment for stationary fishing.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Broad incumbents

• Wilderness Systems: Wilderness Systems is a broader incumbent under Confluence Outdoor offering sit-on-top fishing, recreational, and touring kayaks alongside Vibe in major US sporting goods retailers like Academy and DICK'S.
• Old Town Canoes & Kayaks: Old Town is a heritage kayak/canoe brand under Johnson Outdoors with a much broader product portfolio including canoes, recreational, and fishing kayaks sold through US sporting goods chains. It competes with Vibe across most categories but at a wider assortment.
• Perception Kayaks: Perception is a long-standing recreational and fishing kayak brand in Confluence Outdoor's portfolio, overlapping with Vibe's recreational and entry-level fishing category.
• Sun Dolphin (KL Outdoor): Sun Dolphin targets entry-level recreational kayaks sold through mass retail. It overlaps with Vibe's Shaka 100 and Skipjack categories at lower price points.
• Pelican International: Pelican is a large recreational-kayak and paddle-sports manufacturer with broad price-tier coverage, including fishing and recreational sit-on-tops that overlap with Vibe's Shaka, Skipjack, and Sea Ghost series.

Direct peers

• Jackson Kayak: Jackson Kayak is a direct fishing-kayak specialist with a strong angler ambassador program and comparable product positioning to Vibe's Shearwater, Sea Ghost, and Makana series, including pedal and motor-ready platforms.
• FeelFree Kayaks: FeelFree sells a fishing-and-touring kayak lineup that overlaps with Vibe's hard-shell range, including pedal-drive models and inflatable/ tandem options sold through overlapping US dealer channels.
• Hobie Cat Company (Hobie Kayaks): Hobie invented the Mirage pedal-drive system that Vibe's Impulse and X-Drive compete with. Both brands sell premium fishing and recreational kayaks worldwide through dealer networks targeting the same kayak-fishing consumer.
• Native Watercraft: Native Watercraft specializes in pedal-propelled fishing kayaks and competes head-to-head with Vibe in the multi-mode propulsion fishing-kayak segment, often at similar ASPs.

Others

• Bixpy Motors: Bixpy is a partner/ supplier whose Jet outboard motor integrates natively with Vibe kayak models via the Bixpy-Ready Gravity Rudder. It is a complementary ecosystem participant rather than a kayak competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/Vibekayaks
• Facebookfacebook.com/VibeKayaks
• Instagraminstagram.com/vibekayaks
• TikToktiktok.com/@vibekayaks
• Xx.com/vibekayaks

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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