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Old 04-11-2012, 11:07 AM   #1
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2012 12ft Pro Angler

12ft model to be made public on the 15th.

i still want an original though.
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Old 04-11-2012, 11:16 AM   #2
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I can't wait to see that thing........I'm might skip the upgrade on my FF and save up for the new PA. I hope Hobie doesn't disappoint
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Old 04-11-2012, 11:20 AM   #3
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here's the thread. i was skeptical about it but it gets confirmed on the 2nd page.

http://www.stripersonline.com/t/8435...ion-this-month
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Old 04-11-2012, 11:48 AM   #4
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Anyone want to buy a 2012 outback?
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Old 04-11-2012, 12:06 PM   #6
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oh maybe an outfitter with a PA layout
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So what we know so far is 1 foot 8 inches shorter, and a few inches narrower. That may make it slightly faster on the water, but I hope it is just as stable to stand in - that is the main purpose I'm saving for one. I want to fly fish out of it, and bowfish for carp up at the Big Bear carp shoot every June.
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Old 04-11-2012, 12:57 PM   #8
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Faster? Slightly. So if you opt to go with the shorter model you get to the yt grounds a whopping 22 seconds faster than the old PA.

Just as stable? Almost a guarantee that it will be stable, but nowhere as stable as the big one.

Love Hobie, but I am thinking this may be a model that doesn't have a place. But who knows, maybe the redesign will incorporate something so cool that it's worth it too the masses. At the very least, it will be lighter.
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Faster? Slightly. So if you opt to go with the shorter model you get to the yt grounds a whopping 22 seconds faster than the old PA.

Just as stable? Almost a guarantee that it will be stable, but nowhere as stable as the big one.

Love Hobie, but I am thinking this may be a model that doesn't have a place. But who knows, maybe the redesign will incorporate something so cool that it's worth it too the masses. At the very least, it will be lighter.

hobies are selling everywhere. its not geared just towards the socal crowd. they use them on muskie lakes in the north, trout lakes in colorado, the flats in the florida keys and bays and estuaries all across America. im sure a 12ft, 20lbs lighter model will appeal to many people who dont need a big boat like the PA but wants the storage and comfort.
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Old 04-11-2012, 01:13 PM   #10
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hobies are selling everywhere. its not geared just towards the socal crowd. they use them on muskie lakes in the north, trout lakes in colorado, the flats in the florida keys and bays and estuaries all across America. im sure a 12ft, 20lbs lighter model will appeal to many people who dont need a big boat like the PA but wants the storage and comfort.

Hobies are selling everywhere, true. My main skepticism is that it might be a bit of a square peg. What's the price point? If it's alot closer to the Outback, that's a no brainer. But then again, who in the hell will ever buy an outback again if that was the case?

If it's closer to price of the big PA, why not pay a tad more for more stability, storage, etc?

Either way, it's definitely worthy news, and I'm sure it will be quality!

As far as 20 lb's. lighter. I don't see that really being a major bone of contention. Even 20 lb's. lighter it's still heavy as hell. Put the wheels on and they weigh essentially the same.

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Old 04-11-2012, 02:31 PM   #12
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Every damn time I take a look at one of your posts and I see that Avatar I end up laughing my ass off. Classic!

glad you like it.....took me forever to get that killer body
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the new 2012 PA good news/ bad news...

Good news....It has a better seat and it is easier for Russian women to lift on to a truck rack....
Bad news...the yellowtail that you catch are are 1' 8" inches shorter...and after you bought the new PA and take it for a day of standup fishing you realize bigger is better...
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Bad news...the yellowtail that you catch are are 1' 8" inches shorter...
Wont a smaller boat make your fish look bigger?
I remember someone saying something about a mini PA, now where is that guy that digs up old threads?


here we go:
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http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ad.php?t=11394
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Old 04-11-2012, 05:52 PM   #17
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A lot of thought, design and engineering has been put into the new smaller PA. It was designed for easier loading. The smaller PA has been in the design stage for the last 3-4 years. How do I know this? Two years ago I met a Hobby designer here in San Diego and he gave me the scoop. Trust me you will not be disappointed.

Unfortunately I cannot disclose any other details as I promised until it is released. Personally, I still prefer the larger PA because of its speed and roominess. I love the large front hatch which is what really sold me. As far as speed is concernred, the Revolution will always be the fastest kayak, second will be the smaller PA and third is the larger PA.
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Old 04-11-2012, 05:58 PM   #18
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Can't wait to see it. I'm hoping that if and when I buy one it will be stable enough for me to stand on it so that I can site fish for Halibut.
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Old 04-11-2012, 06:59 PM   #20
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Can't wait to see it. I'm hoping that if and when I buy one it will be stable enough for me to stand on it so that I can site fish for Halibut.

That's what your ff is for,dummy!
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