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Iceman
09-13-2014, 02:12 PM
This one is SOLD!

Look at all that rail to rig on!

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/pa1.jpg

Skeg and rudder retracted

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/pa2.jpg

Both deployed

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/pa3.jpg
Iceman
09-13-2014, 02:30 PM
I thought these new rubber pocket frames were replacing the old style, but I only have seen them on the new PA.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/pa4.jpg
jorluivil
09-13-2014, 02:49 PM
I'm not digging the skeg and rail.

Why didn't they just make the skeg the rudder?
YakDout
09-13-2014, 02:53 PM
The skeg is to help tracking in addition to the rudder.


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jorluivil
09-13-2014, 03:07 PM
The skeg is to help tracking in addition to the rudder.


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Thanks Captain Obvious:D

I'm aware of that but why not make it a 2 in 1 and call it a Skudder? Can't wait to see the reviews on it. Obviously, a legit review would have to come from someone that had a 2014 or earlier PA.


Andy, do you know why they went with a longer rail?
YakDout
09-13-2014, 03:08 PM
Or how about a reg?


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YakDout
09-13-2014, 03:09 PM
That sounds a little better


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YakDout
09-13-2014, 03:12 PM
I think hobie probably did some research and development. If you know something they don't maybe you should apply 😃


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Iceman
09-13-2014, 04:02 PM
Andy, do you know why they went with a longer rail?

Always trying to make a better mouse trap! :D

There is a whole new line of rail mount accessories


http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/photo_65_.JPG
food4less562
09-13-2014, 04:21 PM
Very nice.
tsugg
09-13-2014, 06:17 PM
A Skudder:p
Rambo
09-13-2014, 10:03 PM
Nice rig period. I wouldn't mind trading up my PA for the new one.
boxturtle
09-15-2014, 11:33 AM
I'm not digging the skeg and rail.

Why didn't they just make the skeg the rudder?

rudder steers better from the rear skeg tracks better closer to the middle

do both and you don't lose anything only the benefit of both
wiredantz
09-15-2014, 01:07 PM
I'm not digging the skeg and rail.

Why didn't they just make the skeg the rudder?


Well because we all know those rudder lines break, just ask tony! he must have a hobie repair shop behind his truck now!
Iceman
09-15-2014, 01:15 PM
BAM! good to go!

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/IMG_3593.JPG

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegallery/data/500/IMG_35871.JPG
GregAndrew
09-15-2014, 03:24 PM
Just an observation for those about to jump on one. That rail is going to have to be jumped over to get into, and out of the boat. Looks like they really don't consider this a surf launch vehicle. But I am sure somebody will think a hand rail where your feet are is priceless?
wiredantz
09-15-2014, 03:59 PM
Just an observation for those about to jump on one. That rail is going to have to be jumped over to get into, and out of the boat. Looks like they really don't consider this a surf launch vehicle. But I am sure somebody will think a hand rail where your feet are is priceless?

I guess you just have to put it on the low tide mark and wait for high tide to pick you up:confused: