Smaller Hobies - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Mongo Johnson · 04-23-2014, 06:01 PM

I'm a big guy and the Revo 11 was tippy, but OK. Revo 13 solid, but you've heard guys who really fish and they like more fishing-centric rides the Outback and PA. Then there are the guys who love the Malibus etc.

If you want to fish, get a full size boat and or really consider on-the-water ergonomics. Fishing ergonomics are way more important than a bit of transport lifting as you'll be on the water for hours at a time.

If size to fit in the van is your core criteria then Revo 11 may be the ticket -- or whatever fits like the Sport.

It might be worth considering how much transporting the yak in your van will mung up the van -- even if it’s just good clean moisture when you're able to wash the boat on site.

But, you hear guys talk about water in the hull and there’s always some debris from a beach drag or hump up a trail. You might consider a water bladder to do a rinse at least before slipping into the van. Still, sand and a drip of fishy goo can brighten up the van otherwise.

Ha-ha.

I'd agree with the other poster who suggested a rack. They're loads of post on racks. I think Steveoo or Landwhale may have vans and might have suggestions.

A sturdy step-ladder to leverage the boat up top onto a rack and some good cam straps may be easier that demungging the van. I used to carry a big hard fiberglass Tadco and aluminum canoes on a Pinto wagon without trouble. Now with a 6.5' bed pickup and red flags it's way easier.

04-23-2014, 06:01 PM	#9
Mongo Johnson Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Long Beach Posts: 192	I'm a big guy and the Revo 11 was tippy, but OK. Revo 13 solid, but you've heard guys who really fish and they like more fishing-centric rides the Outback and PA. Then there are the guys who love the Malibus etc. If you want to fish, get a full size boat and or really consider on-the-water ergonomics. Fishing ergonomics are way more important than a bit of transport lifting as you'll be on the water for hours at a time. If size to fit in the van is your core criteria then Revo 11 may be the ticket -- or whatever fits like the Sport. It might be worth considering how much transporting the yak in your van will mung up the van -- even if it’s just good clean moisture when you're able to wash the boat on site. But, you hear guys talk about water in the hull and there’s always some debris from a beach drag or hump up a trail. You might consider a water bladder to do a rinse at least before slipping into the van. Still, sand and a drip of fishy goo can brighten up the van otherwise. Ha-ha. I'd agree with the other poster who suggested a rack. They're loads of post on racks. I think Steveoo or Landwhale may have vans and might have suggestions. A sturdy step-ladder to leverage the boat up top onto a rack and some good cam straps may be easier that demungging the van. I used to carry a big hard fiberglass Tadco and aluminum canoes on a Pinto wagon without trouble. Now with a 6.5' bed pickup and red flags it's way easier. __________________ A day on the water . . . priceless.