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re: paddle or peddle? give your reasons for your answer
Posted on 8/26/14 at 8:31 am to GUJitsu131
Posted on 8/26/14 at 8:31 am to GUJitsu131
Started off paddling for years. Made the switch to pedaling about a year ago and wouldn't go back, being able to pedal and fish at the same time while trolling a bank is well worth it.
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Posted on 8/26/14 at 8:35 am to DownSouthDave
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hobie revo is 82 pounds rigged out and the hobie outback is 88 pounds. Compare that to a Jackson Cuda 12 (picked at random) at 74 pounds and the difference is pretty minimal in my eyes.
For me the feature I want most in a fishing yak is the hi lo style type seat. The lighter Cuda has that over the Hobie revo & outback.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 8:39 am to GUJitsu131
paddle because it's a goddamn kayak
Posted on 8/26/14 at 8:39 am to TigerWise
I believe the new Outback will have a height adjustable seat. Not sure about the Revo.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 8:49 am to DownSouthDave
That's all fine and dandy. But that was just one of the reasons why I prefer a paddle yak.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 8:51 am to TigerWise
quote:Agreed. I'll also mothership the yak out to some deep marsh if I see a good yak spot when I'm regular fishing.
If I need a trailer or need to travel far on the water I'll just use a motorboat.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 8:57 am to boom roasted
We think alike when it comes to yakking
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:06 am to TigerWise
I have never had a pedal yak or even been in one, but there have definitely been times while trying to chase a red that switching between the pole and the paddle sucked and would have been nice to be able to pedal. I couldn't fish in a yak without a cajun anchor but I recently simplified my trolley system and still find them a pia to deploy. Would be nice to control my craft with pedals while fishing and not have to put everything down to adjust or reposition. So that's my take on it strictly in terms of fishing and not taking into account the many other factors already mentioned.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:07 am to GUJitsu131
Okay guys
I didn't want a hobie for the longest time. Once you get in one and fish it's night and day
You are always fishing. This is the key. To hell with the wind and a paddle. I kayak fish. I don't kayak to kayak.
I'm pedal all the way if I can. Obviously 6" redfish ponds are different but then just pull em up and get out the paddle. Only sight casting then anyway
I didn't want a hobie for the longest time. Once you get in one and fish it's night and day
You are always fishing. This is the key. To hell with the wind and a paddle. I kayak fish. I don't kayak to kayak.
I'm pedal all the way if I can. Obviously 6" redfish ponds are different but then just pull em up and get out the paddle. Only sight casting then anyway
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:11 am to jimbeam
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jimbeam
This guy gets it!
The only reason not to want a Hobie is because you haven't been in one yet or like DrTyger, you're too small to reach the pedals.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:14 am to DownSouthDave
You get a commission for Hobie sales? Why can't someone just like the simplicity of a regular kayak?
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:14 am to DownSouthDave
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The only reason not to want a Hobie is because you haven't been in one yet or like DrTyger, you're too small to reach the pedals.
allow me to get all hippy on you
I enjoy the simplicity of kayak fishing. Adding a paddle drive, fish finder, batteries, etc just adds more shite that I need and just means more stuff can break or go wrong. I'd rather just get a boat at that point. I like that I can "feel" with the paddle. Keep life simple. Say no to paddle drives.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:16 am to Salmon
Since when do all hobies have batteries and fish finders? It literally takes me 2 seconds to pop in and out my fins. Super simplistic
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:17 am to jimbeam
quote:That's all I really fish in with the kayak. I just take the boat if I'm going to fish in deeper water.
Obviously 6" redfish ponds are different but then just pull em up and get out the paddle.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:18 am to boom roasted
No need for pedals then. I fish everywhere in my kayak as a boat is not an option for me full time at this point
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:19 am to jimbeam
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Since when do all hobies have batteries and fish finders? It literally takes me 2 seconds to pop in and out my fins. Super simplistic
it was just a general comment about extra stuff
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:19 am to Salmon
That is pretty hippy, but it's all good.
I have a smaller yak for when I don't feel like toting around the PA, and it's great that it's easy and simple. And there is something to be said for that. To me, however, there is no comparison. I love my Hobie. But I guess that's why they make more than one.
I have a smaller yak for when I don't feel like toting around the PA, and it's great that it's easy and simple. And there is something to be said for that. To me, however, there is no comparison. I love my Hobie. But I guess that's why they make more than one.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:28 am to DownSouthDave
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Don't let Doc fool you, he tried to buy a Hobie. But the poor little guy, his feet wouldn't reach the pedals.
Dave just had to go with peddle so he could touch himself while watching Magic Mike on his phone.
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:28 am to jimbeam
I haven't kayaked in a year and can't say I miss it much. Paddling sucks
Posted on 8/26/14 at 9:33 am to Salmon
quote:
I enjoy the simplicity of kayak fishing. Adding a paddle drive, fish finder, batteries, etc just adds more shite that I need and just means more stuff can break or go wrong
Wow, I actually agree with Salmon on something.
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