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

bajadog · 12-09-2008, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by bellcon

by the way... any 6'4" 230lb guys fishing the Hobies???
not sure if my long legs will work in em... but i am thinking bout it...
tested them a year and a half ago...

6'2" 210 with a revo

One Rev · 12-09-2008, 06:44 AM

I'm 6'3" and weigh about 230 and my outbacks were just awesome. I'm looking forward to the day I get my new one. I've had opportunities to pick up a paddle kayak but am holding off for the pedals.

Mike
Lakeside
(soon to be Chula Vista)

Drew · 12-09-2008, 09:08 AM

6'4" 230 here! (Well, I was 230 - down to 220 today). I have a revo and an outback - fit in both comfortably. Don't sweat it.

Billy V · 12-09-2008, 09:19 AM

Not 1 defector in the bunch.
Once you go peddle yak.....you never go back.

FISHIONADO · 12-09-2008, 09:46 AM

Count me as a defector. I agree that mirage drives perform much better in windy/choppy conditions. I don't go out in those conditions much anymore. I prefer a paddle kayak all-around, less expensive, less maintenance, less risk, less things to forget at home or lose at the launch.

That said, the mirage drive is an excellent mechanical design, I'm still impressed with it's performance.

dorf · 12-09-2008, 11:23 AM

6'3" 225 on my Outback.
I take my 2 boys on with me (one 65lbs. on the front one 80lbs. in the back). We all catch fish and move around find.
Launching (by myself) at LJ is great. Drop the rudder and the drive in and cut through the waves like butter.

forefrazier · 12-09-2008, 12:12 PM

I must be the minority...After demoing both the Revo and Adventure (twice each) here is what I have found:

Both mirage drives were set to slot 7 (furthest out) to give me the most room available.

Revo: when reaching full stride (bottom of pedal stroke) my knees are still quite bent and can't get a nice full stride like a bicycle. When trying to make a fuller stride, mirage drive "bottoms out".

Adventure: More room (length) in the cockpit. Legs can get a full stride. At bottom of stride, heels hit the molded foot well on both sides with each revolution of the pedals. (Damn size 14 feet) Tried moving feet up higher on the pedals. Only way to get my heels to clear the foot wells was to position my arches on the middle of the pedal. Try this for 30min or so next time you are out and your feet will agree that this is not ideal.

1 Mile Time: Since the Adventure is considered the fastest yak in the fleet, I took it from point A to point B (about a mile) and reached the destination in approx. 19min. This was with a very consistent and relaxed cadence similar to what I thought I would be comfortable all day long while fishing.
Made the same trip with an OK Trident 15, again with a very relaxed and consistent paddle stroke, and what do you know......19 min!

Can't say anything bad about the Hobie's (other than I don't fit too well). For now, I am going to stick with the paddle as I just picked up a new yak ('08 Tarpon 160i) at a great price. (Thanks again, Dave!)

steveooo · 12-09-2008, 12:27 PM

I think I have the new offensive line to help out the chargers this year...

Quote:

Originally Posted by bellcon

6'4" 230lb

Quote:

Originally Posted by bajadog

6'2" 210 with a revo

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Originally Posted by One Rev

I'm 6'3" and weigh about 230

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Originally Posted by Drew

6'4" 230 here!

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Originally Posted by dorf

6'3" 225 on my Outback.

One Rev · 12-09-2008, 03:18 PM

Steveoo, you don't want me on your football team, I'm a wuss when it comes to playing football. To much running around and getting hurt. I do pretty well at softball though.

Mike

Handymansd · 12-09-2008, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by One Rev

Steveoo, you don't want me on your football team, I'm a wuss when it comes to playing football. To much running around and getting hurt. I do pretty well at softball though.

Mike

At this point, I think you would be a great asset to the chargers offensive line, heck, my wife would be a great asset to them right now.

bellcon · 12-09-2008, 03:28 PM

Steveooo
thats actually a small o-line for high schools now a days

and i played d-line anyways...

besides i am a Raider fan

oh my God... did i just type that?
wait let me hit delete before i submit....

and all the San Diego boys wanna kick my ass...

forefrazier · 12-09-2008, 04:46 PM

[quote=steveooo;31469]I think I have the new offensive line to help out the chargers this year...

Man....I started this thread, am 6'-5", 245 and got left off the list! I feel like the kid that get's picked last when choosing sides right about now.

MalibuJohnny · 12-10-2008, 11:06 AM

I have an X-Factor, bought it at OEX Sunset!

Other than the handles wearing out, I love it. For a fat guy, it is the way to go

I was told by a few Peddlers, that they suffer form lower back pain after long rides….is that true?

bajadog · 12-10-2008, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MalibuJohnny

I was told by a few Peddlers, that they suffer form lower back pain after long rides….is that true?

I had more back, and shoulder pain when I used to paddle.

Those people that told you that must not have their seat/peddles set up
correctly.

bigderel · 12-10-2008, 02:06 PM

Regarding the back pain - my back hurt the first few times a little. Probably just getting used to the correct angles, etc...I haven't had a problem since.

As for stowing the rods (the comment that you couldn't in a Hobie)...that's just complete misinformation. In both the Adventure & Revolution I've stowed my rods & reels tons of times with no issues.

What people forget is that you still have a paddle if you own a Hobie. I used to paddle my Adventure all over the place. I used a rod leash and tossed my pedals behind my stuff in the tankwell and off I went. I'm in or around kelp all the time - you can bring the pedal drive opening plug (AKA cassette something or other) and pop it in and it's a paddle kayak.

I will admit that the tracking isn't the best while paddling. I have the Revo now and you seem to fight it a little. I just drop my rudder down (the rudder control is fairly tight) and that seems to help quite a bit.

I know of someone who went to a Hobie and then went back, but for every one of them I know a dozen more who went to the Hobie and stayed. It's not for everyone but they're pretty awesome yaks IMO.

12-09-2008, 11:23 AM	#6
dorf Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 279	6'3" 225 on my Outback. I take my 2 boys on with me (one 65lbs. on the front one 80lbs. in the back). We all catch fish and move around find. Launching (by myself) at LJ is great. Drop the rudder and the drive in and cut through the waves like butter. __________________ Don't try to confuse me with facts! I hereby reject your reality and submit my own.

12-09-2008, 12:12 PM	#7
forefrazier Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: OC Posts: 397	I tried....really, I did! I must be the minority...After demoing both the Revo and Adventure (twice each) here is what I have found: Both mirage drives were set to slot 7 (furthest out) to give me the most room available. Revo: when reaching full stride (bottom of pedal stroke) my knees are still quite bent and can't get a nice full stride like a bicycle. When trying to make a fuller stride, mirage drive "bottoms out". Adventure: More room (length) in the cockpit. Legs can get a full stride. At bottom of stride, heels hit the molded foot well on both sides with each revolution of the pedals. (Damn size 14 feet) Tried moving feet up higher on the pedals. Only way to get my heels to clear the foot wells was to position my arches on the middle of the pedal. Try this for 30min or so next time you are out and your feet will agree that this is not ideal. 1 Mile Time: Since the Adventure is considered the fastest yak in the fleet, I took it from point A to point B (about a mile) and reached the destination in approx. 19min. This was with a very consistent and relaxed cadence similar to what I thought I would be comfortable all day long while fishing. Made the same trip with an OK Trident 15, again with a very relaxed and consistent paddle stroke, and what do you know......19 min! Can't say anything bad about the Hobie's (other than I don't fit too well). For now, I am going to stick with the paddle as I just picked up a new yak ('08 Tarpon 160i) at a great price. (Thanks again, Dave!)

12-10-2008, 11:06 AM	#13
MalibuJohnny Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lahina (I Wish) Posts: 272	Paddle or Peddle I have an X-Factor, bought it at OEX Sunset! Other than the handles wearing out, I love it. For a fat guy, it is the way to go I was told by a few Peddlers, that they suffer form lower back pain after long rides….is that true? __________________ Malibu Johnny must catch fish

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12-09-2008, 06:44 AM	#2
One Rev Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chula Vista, CA Posts: 65	I'm 6'3" and weigh about 230 and my outbacks were just awesome. I'm looking forward to the day I get my new one. I've had opportunities to pick up a paddle kayak but am holding off for the pedals. Mike Lakeside (soon to be Chula Vista)

12-09-2008, 09:08 AM	#3
Drew Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 45	6'4" 230 here! (Well, I was 230 - down to 220 today). I have a revo and an outback - fit in both comfortably. Don't sweat it.

12-09-2008, 09:19 AM	#4
Billy V Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bay Ho Posts: 1,382	Not 1 defector in the bunch. Once you go peddle yak.....you never go back.

12-09-2008, 09:46 AM	#5
FISHIONADO Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 698	Count me as a defector. I agree that mirage drives perform much better in windy/choppy conditions. I don't go out in those conditions much anymore. I prefer a paddle kayak all-around, less expensive, less maintenance, less risk, less things to forget at home or lose at the launch. That said, the mirage drive is an excellent mechanical design, I'm still impressed with it's performance.

12-09-2008, 03:18 PM	#9
One Rev Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chula Vista, CA Posts: 65	Steveoo, you don't want me on your football team, I'm a wuss when it comes to playing football. To much running around and getting hurt. I do pretty well at softball though. Mike

12-09-2008, 03:28 PM	#11
bellcon Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: San Pedro Posts: 999	Steveooo thats actually a small o-line for high schools now a days and i played d-line anyways... besides i am a Raider fan oh my God... did i just type that? wait let me hit delete before i submit.... and all the San Diego boys wanna kick my ass...

12-09-2008, 04:46 PM	#12
forefrazier Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: OC Posts: 397	[quote=steveooo;31469]I think I have the new offensive line to help out the chargers this year... Man....I started this thread, am 6'-5", 245 and got left off the list! I feel like the kid that get's picked last when choosing sides right about now.

12-10-2008, 02:06 PM	#15
bigderel UberMember Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: On the water Posts: 71	Regarding the back pain - my back hurt the first few times a little. Probably just getting used to the correct angles, etc...I haven't had a problem since. As for stowing the rods (the comment that you couldn't in a Hobie)...that's just complete misinformation. In both the Adventure & Revolution I've stowed my rods & reels tons of times with no issues. What people forget is that you still have a paddle if you own a Hobie. I used to paddle my Adventure all over the place. I used a rod leash and tossed my pedals behind my stuff in the tankwell and off I went. I'm in or around kelp all the time - you can bring the pedal drive opening plug (AKA cassette something or other) and pop it in and it's a paddle kayak. I will admit that the tracking isn't the best while paddling. I have the Revo now and you seem to fight it a little. I just drop my rudder down (the rudder control is fairly tight) and that seems to help quite a bit. I know of someone who went to a Hobie and then went back, but for every one of them I know a dozen more who went to the Hobie and stayed. It's not for everyone but they're pretty awesome yaks IMO.