7-27 LJ Finally got my first Yak Yellow

[crashcrow]

Originally Posted by FISH11

I was out there Friday and was coming back south from the canyon when I saw you motoring out to the North West. When you were going, I was thinking man that sure lets you cover some water in a hurry. Great for chasing down those bird action areas. Provably took you less than 10 minutes to cover the distance it would take me in my Revo 30 minutes. At least it seems that way. Congrats on the Yellow.

Its definitely next level. I can launch by sea world and be in La Jolla in 30 minutes. Launching from the beach is like cheating, you can cover so much ground. I wasn't sure if I made the right decision until after a few trips... was really close to getting a pro angler and an electric motor, glad I didn't. I have about the same amount invested in the solo and it covers miles.

[goldenglory18]

Congrats on the Yellow!

Originally Posted by crashcrow

I have about the same amount invested in the solo and it covers miles.

See, this is where Hobie has gone wrong. Solo has completely raided the Pro Angler market, and rightfully so. I saw this coming a few years ago when the prices of the PA just kept going up and up.

I can't freaking wait until I get room for a trailer......

[crashcrow]

Originally Posted by goldenglory18

Congrats on the Yellow!



See, this is where Hobie has gone wrong. Solo has completely raided the Pro Angler market, and rightfully so. I saw this coming a few years ago when the prices of the PA just kept going up and up.

I can't freaking wait until I get room for a trailer......

I don't have a trailer yet. I either hang it out of my long bed truck or put it in our van. It will be way easier with a trailer except for parking. I use my kayak wheels to roll it around the house and set it on 3 five gallon buckets in the garage.

[JohnMckroidJr]

Originally Posted by crashcrow

Its definitely next level. I can launch by sea world and be in La Jolla in 30 minutes. Launching from the beach is like cheating, you can cover so much ground. I wasn't sure if I made the right decision until after a few trips... was really close to getting a pro angler and an electric motor, glad I didn't. I have about the same amount invested in the solo and it covers miles.

Electric motor on a PA is unpractical for offshore because of the weight of the battery and limited usage time. Some of the Kayakers in my area are adding a gas motor and an alma on the side the motor is mounted on. It's still a PA designed for slower speeds with 600watt max power rating. Only a matter of time before one of them cracks. The Solo skiff is rated for the speed, wish they would design a light, 600lb capacity better suited for a livewell, and a more comfortable seat. When somebody does that, the PA is getting sold.