Proper way of storing your Hobie - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

ysmoose · 11-17-2015, 06:59 PM

I was wondering what the best way to store your hobie was. I just have mine on the garage floor upside down. I tried standing on its side but I'm afraid it might fall too easily.

I was also thinking about buying one of those Hobie stands, but it says "not recommended for long term storage".

Some pictures would be helpful.

Thanks!

Dave Legacy · 11-17-2015, 07:06 PM

Not a hobie, but my kayak is stored on a pair of Talic Seahorse racks. I'm just spit-ballin' here, but I wonder if you wouldn't be better off storing it upright on a pair of hull-shaped foam blocks?

ysmoose · 11-17-2015, 07:09 PM

Thanks Dave. Just checked out the rack you are using. Looks like a good idea.

igotpron · 11-17-2015, 08:02 PM

2" pvc bunks work for me for my pa. Many people build a 2x4 cart with pvc bunks for storage of all your gear and ease of loading.

makobob · 11-17-2015, 08:16 PM

Take old mattress and store on top of it on floor or on table.

Dave Legacy · 11-17-2015, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ysmoose

Thanks Dave. Just checked out the rack you are using. Looks like a good idea.

What I like about them is that they quickly fold up into a nice bundle for travel, so if you're going to be camping out or something you can bust them out.

TJones · 11-18-2015, 06:45 AM

Dealer pointed it out to me when I asked them for proper technique .This is after having collapsed a side from using the wrong technique on my old yak .The kayak should be placed laying flat down . Not standing up , or on its side . In cold weather it may not make much difference ,come summer in a 130 degree garage and you got a problem . Look in your manual if you still have it . Confirm with dealer.

DanaPT · 11-18-2015, 11:37 AM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMfj...1BF2A5E3EBAAA7

whole bunch of stuff ... "ok google"

I made 2 jhooks from electrical piping. My hobie hangs on the wall in the garage.

PescadorPete · 11-18-2015, 11:52 AM

I store mine upside down on home depot DIY saw horses. The gunwale is the strongest part of the hull.

11-17-2015, 06:59 PM	#1
ysmoose Junior Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 23	Proper way of storing your Hobie I was wondering what the best way to store your hobie was. I just have mine on the garage floor upside down. I tried standing on its side but I'm afraid it might fall too easily. I was also thinking about buying one of those Hobie stands, but it says "not recommended for long term storage". Some pictures would be helpful. Thanks!

11-17-2015, 08:16 PM	#5
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Take old mattress and store on top of it on floor or on table. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

11-18-2015, 06:45 AM	#7
TJones Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,526	Check manual Dealer pointed it out to me when I asked them for proper technique .This is after having collapsed a side from using the wrong technique on my old yak .The kayak should be placed laying flat down . Not standing up , or on its side . In cold weather it may not make much difference ,come summer in a 130 degree garage and you got a problem . Look in your manual if you still have it . Confirm with dealer.

11-17-2015, 07:06 PM	#2
Dave Legacy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Hacienda Heights, CA Posts: 427	Not a hobie, but my kayak is stored on a pair of Talic Seahorse racks. I'm just spit-ballin' here, but I wonder if you wouldn't be better off storing it upright on a pair of hull-shaped foam blocks?

11-17-2015, 07:09 PM	#3
ysmoose Junior Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 23	Thanks Dave. Just checked out the rack you are using. Looks like a good idea.

11-17-2015, 08:02 PM	#4
igotpron Xcoastie Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Westminster Posts: 285	2" pvc bunks work for me for my pa. Many people build a 2x4 cart with pvc bunks for storage of all your gear and ease of loading.

11-18-2015, 11:37 AM	#8
DanaPT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South OC Posts: 1,606	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMfj...1BF2A5E3EBAAA7 whole bunch of stuff ... "ok google" I made 2 jhooks from electrical piping. My hobie hangs on the wall in the garage.

11-18-2015, 11:52 AM	#9
PescadorPete Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Leucadia, CA Posts: 261	I store mine upside down on home depot DIY saw horses. The gunwale is the strongest part of the hull.