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Old 06-01-2008, 08:27 PM   #1
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best way to land a hobie

got rid of the extreme and got a hobie revo-thanks Nate. took it out to the big bay, BIG dif in the handling, turns on a dime and not quite as stable as the X but it hauls ass!(and the sandies seem to like it too.) now it's time to try LJ. never occurred to me but whats the best way to land? paddle and peddle? rudder-no rudder? pray? any suggestions would be great!
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Old 06-01-2008, 08:33 PM   #2
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I prefer to have the fins up against the hull and rudder up. That way there's no chance of damaging the rudder or fins/mast. When landing I do the same, using the paddle gives me more control and piece of mind that I'm not going to f***up the mirage drive or rudder. Piece of cake...most of the time.
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Old 06-01-2008, 11:37 PM   #3
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On the Adventure I use the bungee cord "hook" to lock the drive pedals so the drive fins are up against the hull.

I also lift the rudder, stow the FF, reels, and lay down the gaff.
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Then its time to paddle like hell and torpedo the beach.
If I try to coast I get swamped.
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Old 06-02-2008, 06:14 AM   #4
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thien and Billy V got it.

Leash everything.

Watch out for pearling on the revo.
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Old 06-02-2008, 06:35 AM   #5
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I agree with the others. If you follow the suggestions in the DVD that should have come with your kayak you are sure to lose your $350.00 drive. Keep it locked in when you come into shore.

When I launch I walk it out and hop in, start peddling then drop the rudder and peddle like hell through the surf. With the help of the peddles and rudder you can cut through the surf.

As with any kayak you should stow everything (especially the sharp things). I use the rudder and peddles as much as I can and when I get close to shore I pull up the rudder and set the mirage so the flaps are flush to the hull and continue in with the paddles.
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Old 06-02-2008, 09:38 PM   #6
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I always leash my mirage drive to a padeye, generally keep it locked in and bungeed on the way out. Coming in is a judgement call because I think that is when you have the greatest chance of damaging the drive. I noticed once when I had the peddles bungeed on flat water and was paddling in reverse, the peddles started to come together meaning the masts were being pulled off the bottom of the yak. When you land in the surf and get out while still in the water the water/wave/surge that passes underneath your yak from stern to bow will pull your masts off the bottom of the yak even with the bungee attached. When landing, I generally take out the mirage drive and keep it leashed. Put another bungee over the top of it, raise the rudder and paddle in.

I have learned to excercise a great deal of patience timing my landing to avoid the yard sale roll and since doing so it has paid off. I am not in a hurry. Been on the wate for quite a few hours by then whats a few more minutes looking for the best opportunity.

Enjoy your new ride.
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Old 06-20-2008, 10:09 AM   #7
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When I launch I walk it out and hop in, start peddling then drop the rudder and peddle like hell through the surf. With the help of the peddles and rudder you can cut through the surf.
Works great for me.
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Old 06-20-2008, 10:20 AM   #8
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When I launch I walk it out and hop in, start peddling then drop the rudder and peddle like hell through the surf. With the help of the peddles and rudder you can cut through the surf.
2nd that.


LeeQ125 - If you're balance-challenged / a dunker / really worried about your gear, you might want to use rod leashes or hatch storage for your rods, otherwise it ain't no thang.
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