Hobie non-PA Mirage questions - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

PescadorPete · 05-03-2014, 11:00 AM

I own all three of these. And I'm about your size (6'2", 160#, 34"). The sport is too small, can't extend your legs enough when peddling, doesn't paddle all that well (if you want to paddle it) and I didn't like the vertical sides on it, makes it blow around in the wind. So I sold it.

I use the Revo 11 for lake fishing, the Revo 13 for the ocean. Even thought the cockpit is narrow, you shouldn't have any trouble fitting in either one. The 13 cockpit seems a bit longer so you can get a better stretch on your legs when peddling. Both these kayaks also paddle nicely. And no hull slap. I prefer the 13 in the ocean, especially if it is getting rough out.

The cockpits are small compared to the Outback or PA so you won't have a lot of room to stash stuff above deck. I don't find that much of an issue since I don't take much out with me anyway.

You should test drive them and see what fits.

DanaPT · 05-03-2014, 11:06 AM

I wouldn't rule-out the outback. Super stable. and easy for 1 guy to "tip and lift" onto a rack. It's a 1 person gig, but I'm lifting on a car.

Good luck .

pbb · 05-03-2014, 09:25 PM

Sounds like I should probably rule out the Sport based on leg room alone.

I guess the weight for cartopping is not the end of the world.

As far as I can tell my 2011-ish Stealth 12 is supposed to be 60lbs (2014 are 55lbs), whereas the 2011 Outback hull was 66lb (70 now) and Revolution 13 hull was 58lb (69 since 2012). (Not sure what accounts for the additional weight since 2012- did they not count the rudder before then)?

bus kid · 05-04-2014, 07:59 AM

I'm the same build as you and had a Revo 13 it was perfect for me. I would load it on top of my 69 bug, until I sold it and got a truck.

Bennyblanco · 05-04-2014, 08:55 AM

Revo 11 would be perfect for you.

Mongo Johnson · 05-04-2014, 10:20 AM

Arrange with OEX Sunset Beach to try both Revo 11 and 13. You can do it on the bay right out the shop door.

I come in at 250 and the Revo 13s still fine stability wise. You're lots less weight. Sounds like your height will push you to the 13 for legs.

Only way to tell is demo ride.

Both are roofable on a car. There's lots of spiffy roof rack to assist a one-man lift....hullavator, roller systems.

I think the Revo 13 is 60 lbs. hull weight for 2012 model. Maybe 69 now.

05-04-2014, 07:59 AM	#4
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05-04-2014, 10:20 AM	#6
Mongo Johnson Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Long Beach Posts: 192	Arrange with OEX Sunset Beach to try both Revo 11 and 13. You can do it on the bay right out the shop door. I come in at 250 and the Revo 13s still fine stability wise. You're lots less weight. Sounds like your height will push you to the 13 for legs. Only way to tell is demo ride. Both are roofable on a car. There's lots of spiffy roof rack to assist a one-man lift....hullavator, roller systems. I think the Revo 13 is 60 lbs. hull weight for 2012 model. Maybe 69 now. __________________ A day on the water . . . priceless.

05-03-2014, 11:00 AM	#1
PescadorPete Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Leucadia, CA Posts: 261	I own all three of these. And I'm about your size (6'2", 160#, 34"). The sport is too small, can't extend your legs enough when peddling, doesn't paddle all that well (if you want to paddle it) and I didn't like the vertical sides on it, makes it blow around in the wind. So I sold it. I use the Revo 11 for lake fishing, the Revo 13 for the ocean. Even thought the cockpit is narrow, you shouldn't have any trouble fitting in either one. The 13 cockpit seems a bit longer so you can get a better stretch on your legs when peddling. Both these kayaks also paddle nicely. And no hull slap. I prefer the 13 in the ocean, especially if it is getting rough out. The cockpits are small compared to the Outback or PA so you won't have a lot of room to stash stuff above deck. I don't find that much of an issue since I don't take much out with me anyway. You should test drive them and see what fits.

05-03-2014, 11:06 AM	#2
DanaPT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South OC Posts: 1,606	I wouldn't rule-out the outback. Super stable. and easy for 1 guy to "tip and lift" onto a rack. It's a 1 person gig, but I'm lifting on a car. Good luck .

05-03-2014, 09:25 PM	#3
pbb Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San Diego Posts: 149	Sounds like I should probably rule out the Sport based on leg room alone. I guess the weight for cartopping is not the end of the world. As far as I can tell my 2011-ish Stealth 12 is supposed to be 60lbs (2014 are 55lbs), whereas the 2011 Outback hull was 66lb (70 now) and Revolution 13 hull was 58lb (69 since 2012). (Not sure what accounts for the additional weight since 2012- did they not count the rudder before then)?

05-04-2014, 08:55 AM	#5
Bennyblanco Ironman Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Inland empire Posts: 175	Revo 11 would be perfect for you.