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07-10-2010, 02:44 PM | #1 |
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PA vs Revo
Launched my PA for the first time this a.m. and here are my first impressions of the PA vs. the Revo.
1). The PA is one heavy ass kayak, especially when loaded up - The Revo is much lighter and easier to move around. 2). Speed - Revo hands down. 3). Comfort - PA unbelievably comfortable. 3. Tracking - Have to give it to the Revo - just didn't seem like the PA rudder had enough width to bite when under power and I found myself adjusting the steering all the time. 4). Stability - Damn, its sure is nice to be able to move around the cockpit, stand up to pee, etc.. So for sure, PA wins. 5). Launching/Landing - Personally, I think Hobie's in general suck at this process. At least I didn't roll today, but then the surf was only 1 to 2! 6). Staying Dry - No comparison - PA. 7). Storage - Un-freaking real - PA hands down. I pre-loaded everything at the house last night (Jared's tip), got to the launch and just pulled the PA from the truck bed and I was ready to go. All in all, its like Chevy vs. Ford - Personal preference. I definitely won't be selling my Revo anytime soon. Both are great kayaks. On another note: For those that have the PA's - Do you find that the hatches leak? My seals leaked more than a hooker in a two bit German whore house! The liner in the front hatch was almost 1/2 full after launching through the small surf!
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07-11-2010, 08:48 AM | #2 |
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I'm surprised I didn't run into you out there Roger. There must have only been like a dozen people out on the water.
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07-11-2010, 09:46 AM | #3 |
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Great comparison's thanks for that info
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07-11-2010, 12:40 PM | #4 | |
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i've heard that the seals in the front will fail, but there's lots of good solutions.
replace the seal with something decent.
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07-12-2010, 05:32 PM | #6 |
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My cousin and I fished most of sat and 10 hours yesterday with not a drop in the PA.
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07-12-2010, 07:32 PM | #7 | |
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07-12-2010, 08:05 PM | #8 |
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It should. It is the same mount as the stock seal. I'll look ant 467echo's revo tomorrow.
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07-23-2010, 10:38 AM | #9 | |
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Quick question: When I looked at the diagram, it looks like the 'bulb' (seal) is side mounted on the channel piece, not on top where it will create the seal....have you received your order yet? I just want to make sure before I place my order. Gracias #7100-1/16C
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07-15-2010, 10:45 AM | #13 |
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Great review man. I took my PA to LJ on Tuesday for my first ever surf launch and yes, the hatches and horizontal rod holders took on water BIG TIME. I had two or three waves crash my bow and didn't think much of it at the time, however once I cleared the surf zone I could hear & feel gallons of water in the hull. I am definitely going to upgrade those seals much like the ones in the link provided by sandydiego.
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