Big Hobie Peddlers - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

bellcon · 01-05-2010, 08:56 AM

Not ready to give up the paddle quite yet
but the tingling in my hands after 14 hours of paddling
has me thinking about it again...

My question for big guys:
or for those that know:

I am 6-4 240lbs with long legs...
Are there many Hobie guys out there this size?
I have tried them all, but it has been awhile
the outback seemed like a barge and even when I had the peddles adjusted for the longest legs and it still seemed short to me...

The revo seems nice and more of "real" kayak
I think the adventure may be my only real choice
(the pro angler is out of the question)

so any help?
I am familiar with all the advantages / disadvantages
Just looking to see how many big guys are really peddling
and how comfortable they are...

What say the peddlers?? (or the kayak shop guys in the know)
Thanks
Don

WahooUSMA · 01-05-2010, 09:08 AM

Don,

I am 6'2 and 250lbs...and the Revo is the only ride for me. While the Adventure may be a little more stable (so I have been told), I have never felt uncomfortable or unstable in the Revo. My recommendation, should you choose a Hobie - Add the turbo fins and rudder.

I had an X-Factor and while nothing against paddling, I will never go back!

Roger

flydigital · 01-05-2010, 10:08 AM

6'1 and 250 here on the Revo, my favorite yack so far. Its plenty capacity for me and a full load of gear either live bait fishing (with 7gal hobie tank) or hooping with 5 nets. At 6'4" you're going to need to use the last position on the pedals (7). The hobie pedals have a habit of rubbing the side of the deck near the full-forward position when in position 7, but removing the foot straps and cutting off the strap peg on the side solves the problem. I myself use position 6 most of the time (more leverage and power) but occasional use 7 when slow trolling, its less fatigue.

I switched to pedal because of pain and tingling associated with paddling, I was concerned that the Revo would not be enough capacity for me and my gear - but after demoing, it was a non-issue. Its about the same stability as any other 14-16 foot yak out there.

Good luck with your decision.. you should go out and demo one (again) and see. I highly recommend the turbo fins, sailing rudder and the comfort seat pad!

Gino · 01-05-2010, 10:31 AM

I was going to say, Talk to Damian! but he found you first!

I dont like the Hobie becuase i dont like how you sit in them. The Pro Angler looks cool, but they got to coem down in price.

erinoo · 01-05-2010, 10:45 AM

Hey Buddy...Can't believe your going to start peddling rather than paddling...going to the dark side, huh.. Gettin old sucks..Although I'm not as large as you, only 6'1" and 200 lbs of lean body mass the Revo suits me fine..for fishing purposes I'll keep peddling..I'm still trying to talk Joy into one, I'm tired of her calling me a pussy..Eric

Kiyo · 01-05-2010, 11:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by erinoo

Hey Buddy...Can't believe your going to start peddling rather than paddling...going to the dark side, huh.. Gettin old sucks..Although I'm not as large as you, only 6'1" and 200 lbs of lean body mass the Revo suits me fine..for fishing purposes I'll keep peddling..I'm still trying to talk Joy into one, I'm tired of her calling me a pussy..Eric

LMAO!! Don, you PUSSY!!

1Flatfish · 01-05-2010, 12:41 PM

I vote Outback because that's what I have and love. My Revo buddies might be a bit faster, but I'm in no hurry. I like the extra stability (I think it's considerable) and the side trays. It's rated to hold more weight. But still, most people go for the Revo, and I like them too. I would like to have both some day.

Wayne

1Flatfish · 01-05-2010, 12:52 PM

I should add that almost everybody I fish with drive Revos and they hardly laugh at me at all!

JPSURF · 01-06-2010, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kiyo

LMAO!! Don, you PUSSY!!

Freakin Kiyo!!

Don Good Luck with whatever you choose.

JP

bellcon · 01-06-2010, 07:08 PM

might have to demo that tandem too
Andy do you have one at the shop?

Grego · 01-05-2010, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by erinoo

Hey Buddy...Can't believe your going to start peddling rather than paddling...going to the dark side, huh.. Gettin old sucks..Although I'm not as large as you, only 6'1" and 200 lbs of lean body mass the Revo suits me fine..for fishing purposes I'll keep peddling..I'm still trying to talk Joy into one, I'm tired of her calling me a pussy..Eric

Erie...I told you I don't like my men with thick ankles, tanned toe nails, and thunder thighs! I wish you would just listen to me and get those arms and shoulders built up to my manly liking...dammit.

One of my ol' drill sergeants told me one time...."Son, only two types of people come from Texas....steers and queers....and I don't see any horns coming out of your F'n head!"

erinoo · 01-05-2010, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grego

Erie...I told you I don't like my men with thick ankles, tanned toe nails, and thunder thighs! I wish you would just listen to me and get those arms and shoulders built up to my manly liking...dammit.

One of my ol' drill sergeants told me one time...."Son, only two types of people come from Texas....steers and queers....and I don't see any horns coming out of your F'n head!"

Greg, your "drillin" sergeant must have been from Oklahoma..They always got it backwards...

Jim Sammons LJKF · 01-05-2010, 02:01 PM

Hey Don, If you decide to stick to real kayaking not that pedal nonsense

give a bent shaft paddle a try. I had some tendinitis in my elbow and it went away when I switched to the crank shaft.

01-05-2010, 08:56 AM	#1
bellcon Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: San Pedro Posts: 999	Big Hobie Peddlers Not ready to give up the paddle quite yet but the tingling in my hands after 14 hours of paddling has me thinking about it again... My question for big guys: or for those that know: I am 6-4 240lbs with long legs... Are there many Hobie guys out there this size? I have tried them all, but it has been awhile the outback seemed like a barge and even when I had the peddles adjusted for the longest legs and it still seemed short to me... The revo seems nice and more of "real" kayak I think the adventure may be my only real choice (the pro angler is out of the question) so any help? I am familiar with all the advantages / disadvantages Just looking to see how many big guys are really peddling and how comfortable they are... What say the peddlers?? (or the kayak shop guys in the know) Thanks Don

01-05-2010, 09:08 AM	#2
WahooUSMA Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 753	Revo Don, I am 6'2 and 250lbs...and the Revo is the only ride for me. While the Adventure may be a little more stable (so I have been told), I have never felt uncomfortable or unstable in the Revo. My recommendation, should you choose a Hobie - Add the turbo fins and rudder. I had an X-Factor and while nothing against paddling, I will never go back! Roger __________________ GO ARMY BEAT NAVY! Bad decisions make great stories!

01-05-2010, 12:41 PM	#7
1Flatfish Wayne Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 98	Outback I vote Outback because that's what I have and love. My Revo buddies might be a bit faster, but I'm in no hurry. I like the extra stability (I think it's considerable) and the side trays. It's rated to hold more weight. But still, most people go for the Revo, and I like them too. I would like to have both some day. Wayne

01-05-2010, 12:52 PM	#8
1Flatfish Wayne Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 98	Outback (More) I should add that almost everybody I fish with drive Revos and they hardly laugh at me at all!

01-05-2010, 02:01 PM	#13
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	Hey Don, If you decide to stick to real kayaking not that pedal nonsense give a bent shaft paddle a try. I had some tendinitis in my elbow and it went away when I switched to the crank shaft. __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

01-05-2010, 10:08 AM	#3
flydigital Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 192	6'1 and 250 here on the Revo, my favorite yack so far. Its plenty capacity for me and a full load of gear either live bait fishing (with 7gal hobie tank) or hooping with 5 nets. At 6'4" you're going to need to use the last position on the pedals (7). The hobie pedals have a habit of rubbing the side of the deck near the full-forward position when in position 7, but removing the foot straps and cutting off the strap peg on the side solves the problem. I myself use position 6 most of the time (more leverage and power) but occasional use 7 when slow trolling, its less fatigue. I switched to pedal because of pain and tingling associated with paddling, I was concerned that the Revo would not be enough capacity for me and my gear - but after demoing, it was a non-issue. Its about the same stability as any other 14-16 foot yak out there. Good luck with your decision.. you should go out and demo one (again) and see. I highly recommend the turbo fins, sailing rudder and the comfort seat pad!

01-05-2010, 10:31 AM	#4
Gino Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 520	I was going to say, Talk to Damian! but he found you first! I dont like the Hobie becuase i dont like how you sit in them. The Pro Angler looks cool, but they got to coem down in price.

01-05-2010, 10:45 AM	#5
erinoo Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Carlsbad,,Halfway up the Hill Posts: 486	Hey Buddy...Can't believe your going to start peddling rather than paddling...going to the dark side, huh.. Gettin old sucks..Although I'm not as large as you, only 6'1" and 200 lbs of lean body mass the Revo suits me fine..for fishing purposes I'll keep peddling..I'm still trying to talk Joy into one, I'm tired of her calling me a pussy..Eric

01-06-2010, 07:08 PM	#10
bellcon Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: San Pedro Posts: 999	might have to demo that tandem too Andy do you have one at the shop?