Questions on the Pro Angler 17

[PapaDave]

I have one, I've been out in some rough conditions about 5 miles out, handles it with no problem.

[wiredantz]

Thanks, any major upgrades or any strong recommendation if purchasing the PA17, aside from the trailer for So cal waters?

[PapaDave]

Originally Posted by wiredantz

Thanks, any major upgrades or any strong recommendation if purchasing the PA17, aside from the trailer for So cal waters?

Not really, in fact, some of the accessories aren't that great.

Rail mount tackle box.... Handy, but gets in the way if you hang it on the inside, I do use it though.

Rail mount rod holders.... The cord came off two of the three I purchased. The rods are hard to remove when the seats are in, they don't bend very well around the seat.

Rail mount FF mount... Nice, you can position it just about anywhere as long as the cord reaches.

Rail mount cup holders... Really, never use them.

Seat mount fighting cup... nice, especially for the large variety fish, give you some leverage without pinching your jewels.

Rail mount pads... These are great for mounting rod holders to, Scotty or Ram. The adjustability is very nice.

There is one item I highly recommend but is not from hobie.

http://www.tacklewebs.com/hobie-vant...ter-set-2-for/

They work very well (looks like the price went up a little since I bought them though).

As for the bait tank I made two, a 26 gallon for when I am solo and a 12 gallon when I have a guest. Both of these are made by Moeller, I used Hobie hardware to mount them like a hobie tank.

That about covers it...

[wiredantz]

thanks for the advice!

[momo fish]

Originally Posted by PapaDave

Not really, in fact, some of the accessories aren't that great.

As for the bait tank I made two, a 26 gallon for when I am solo and a 12 gallon when I have a guest. Both of these are made by Moeller, I used Hobie hardware to mount them like a hobie tank.

That about covers it...

Hi..

Can you share some pictures of the bait tank setup you have? Interested in doing one myself..

[FullFlavorPike]

26 gallon bait tank?? DOesn't that weigh like 200# when full?

[monstahfish]

The 17 is great as long as you're not launching into huge surf. I would say up to 3 feet is fine and I have had it about 6 miles offshore looking for tuna with no problems. It really shines in the bays and la jolla for taking inexperienced friends out.

[PapaDave]

Originally Posted by monstahfish

The 17 is great as long as you're not launching into huge surf. I would say up to 3 feet is fine and I have had it about 6 miles offshore looking for tuna with no problems. It really shines in the bays and la jolla for taking inexperienced friends out.

I don't even try to do surf launches in it, I can barely drag it over the sand when it is setup.

That said it is VERY nice for taking inexperienced anglers out. I used to have two 14's but I ended up having to chase the guests down as they had no idea on how to handle the kayak, drift, wind or locations on the GPS. The 17 makes it easy, "Have a seat, sit back and relax"

I've had mine out about 5 miles in a rain squall, no problem.

[YakDout]

Originally Posted by FullFlavorPike

26 gallon bait tank?? DOesn't that weigh like 200# when full?

Its got a 900lb weight capacity so its probably not that bad


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[PapaDave]

Originally Posted by FullFlavorPike

26 gallon bait tank?? DOesn't that weigh like 200# when full?

Yep, holds a LOT of bait and they stay alive quite awhile. I don't use this one when there is going to be two people. I usually equip the 12 gallon for the guest trips.

[PapaDave]

Originally Posted by momo fish

Hi..

Can you share some pictures of the bait tank setup you have? Interested in doing one myself..

I will take some this evening and post it.