H-Bar on an Outback - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

5-20 · 03-13-2017, 03:03 PM

Hmm, I stopped by one of the yak shops I have near me to have those guys look at the rudder on my outback and I noticed they had a H-Bar in stock!

Those guys were nice enough to do a mock up for me and d-ohh... unfortunately, my yak has a couple of rod holders up front and we spent probably 15 minutes looking at all possible configurations and it ultimately became apparent that if I wanted a H-Bar on the yak, it'd come down to either the rod holders or the H-Bar.

Just my luck... I definitely want to keep those rod holders, and really, doing that saves me a pretty penny so that's probably a good thing.

I'll just save the crazy all-out customization for the solo-skiff...! j/k.

Iceman · 03-13-2017, 04:28 PM

How about H Bars and H Rail

5-20 · 03-13-2017, 06:04 PM

That does look pretty good.

I'll keep that in mind. That's a bunch of extra accessories... and I've already got some other things for the yak in mind.

The main issue I see with that set up you have pictured is the rod holders would be between the mounts for the H-Bar and it might be difficult getting the rods out of the holders with it being located between each post. Just a lot of fumbling instead of quickly being able to grab the rod out of the holder clear and free.

monstahfish · 03-14-2017, 07:23 AM

If you have a 2015 or newer with the larger deck area, standing is easy. I stand in mine up to 3 foot swell. It's the chop that gets you and never straighten your knees. Even if I were to fall, it's more likely the boat would stay upright and I would fall off the side. The h-bar is great if you are unsure, you can always leave it at home if you get comfortable without it.

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03-13-2017, 03:03 PM	#1
5-20 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 241	Hmm, I stopped by one of the yak shops I have near me to have those guys look at the rudder on my outback and I noticed they had a H-Bar in stock! Those guys were nice enough to do a mock up for me and d-ohh... unfortunately, my yak has a couple of rod holders up front and we spent probably 15 minutes looking at all possible configurations and it ultimately became apparent that if I wanted a H-Bar on the yak, it'd come down to either the rod holders or the H-Bar. Just my luck... I definitely want to keep those rod holders, and really, doing that saves me a pretty penny so that's probably a good thing. I'll just save the crazy all-out customization for the solo-skiff...! j/k.

03-13-2017, 06:04 PM	#3
5-20 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 241	That does look pretty good. I'll keep that in mind. That's a bunch of extra accessories... and I've already got some other things for the yak in mind. The main issue I see with that set up you have pictured is the rod holders would be between the mounts for the H-Bar and it might be difficult getting the rods out of the holders with it being located between each post. Just a lot of fumbling instead of quickly being able to grab the rod out of the holder clear and free.

03-14-2017, 07:23 AM	#4
monstahfish Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 423	If you have a 2015 or newer with the larger deck area, standing is easy. I stand in mine up to 3 foot swell. It's the chop that gets you and never straighten your knees. Even if I were to fall, it's more likely the boat would stay upright and I would fall off the side. The h-bar is great if you are unsure, you can always leave it at home if you get comfortable without it.