Hobie Outback Vs. Pro Angler - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

joeasaro · 05-05-2013, 10:04 AM

Hello,

What are the attributes of comparison to the two Kayaks? Is the Outback a good platform compared to the pro angler? Obviously the cost is a factor and I've seen many outbacks for sales that are in expensive.

Thoughts would be appreciated!

Joe

Divad · 05-05-2013, 10:24 AM

The Pro Angler is a spacious comfortable platform, but more weight to haul and slower in the water. The Outback is a good stable platform, less room but lighter and faster than the Pro Angler. But what do you want? Speed for the long peddle / paddle, Stable platform to keep from rolling over, space on deck for all of your toys? The best thing is to Demo each of the kayaks at one of the many shops that are located near the water. Or rent one for the day.

TJones · 05-05-2013, 10:47 AM

same weight as outback . i believe less carrying capacity , less stable , less spacious , but faster when lightly encumbered . i would say a slight advantage when launching in average surf ( 2- 3 feet ), because of speed . my opinion - the outback has slight advantage landing in surf when sideways because of its stability when bracing . keep in mind that these kayaks like to get sideways in surf . i great advantage about revo is its ability to keep you dry at higher speeds or rough water . overall most practical choice , probably the outback . but i sold mine and bought the revo , and am happy . if i had a second yak i would probably get the pro 12 . good luck on your decision . and i would agree with the above post, pretty much nailed it .

Raskal311 · 05-05-2013, 10:54 AM

If you are like me and like to bring the kitchen sink pa 12 all the way.

Divad · 05-05-2013, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Raskal311

If you are like me and like to bring the kitchen sink pa 12 all the way.

I end up doing the same thing, I guess that is why I have a lot of weight.

FlyFishinYakr · 05-05-2013, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Divad

The Pro Angler is a spacious comfortable platform, but more weight to haul and slower in the water. The Outback is a good stable platform, less room but lighter and faster than the Pro Angler. But what do you want? Speed for the long peddle / paddle, Stable platform to keep from rolling over, space on deck for all of your toys? The best thing is to Demo each of the kayaks at one of the many shops that are located near the water. Or rent one for the day.

X2
What he said. I just picked up my new Outback from Andy yesterday

and added so much stuff it almost cost me the same as a PA 14 but I gave myself a HOBIE bait tank with the 3 standard rod holders, plus a pair of 16" YakAttack gear tracks, a RAM wedge fly rod mount. 2 Scotty YakAttack adapters for the fly rod holders, an 8" deep gear container (just in case), a YakAttack panfish extender and a Scotty arm extender with the new bait board mounted to it (for pliers, bait knives etc.). I figure with all this stuff I leave myself all sorts of room in the front & back hatches and under the gear bucket.

So I have all sorts of deck room with all the accessories I have mounted out of the way. Plus if I can get those HOBIE pins mounted on my Seairsports Pacific angler seat I'll have 2 more rod holders and a small gear pouch for my splash jacket.

WooooooHoooooooo........ Can't wait to try it out!!!

FFY.
SEE YOU GUYS ON THE WATER SOON!!!

I'll try to posts some pick after I get it off my rack (Ford Escape) and mount the accessories so you guys will have a good idea of how I set mine up.

RedSledTeam · 05-05-2013, 11:51 AM

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ad.php?t=17338
Take a look at the video footage in this thread. There are 2 video clips. You'll see all three kayaks that are mentioned. You can see the difference in the bow entry and layout of each kayak, although minimal footage on the Pa12.

05-05-2013, 10:04 AM	#1
joeasaro Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ramona, Ca. Posts: 41	Hobie Outback Vs. Pro Angler Hello, What are the attributes of comparison to the two Kayaks? Is the Outback a good platform compared to the pro angler? Obviously the cost is a factor and I've seen many outbacks for sales that are in expensive. Thoughts would be appreciated! Joe

05-05-2013, 10:47 AM	#3
TJones Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,526	haven't considered the revo? same weight as outback . i believe less carrying capacity , less stable , less spacious , but faster when lightly encumbered . i would say a slight advantage when launching in average surf ( 2- 3 feet ), because of speed . my opinion - the outback has slight advantage landing in surf when sideways because of its stability when bracing . keep in mind that these kayaks like to get sideways in surf . i great advantage about revo is its ability to keep you dry at higher speeds or rough water . overall most practical choice , probably the outback . but i sold mine and bought the revo , and am happy . if i had a second yak i would probably get the pro 12 . good luck on your decision . and i would agree with the above post, pretty much nailed it .

05-05-2013, 10:54 AM	#4
Raskal311 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Santa Ana/Westminster Posts: 1,256	If you are like me and like to bring the kitchen sink pa 12 all the way. __________________ Kevin Yellow PA12

05-05-2013, 10:24 AM	#2
Divad Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Oceanside Posts: 112	The Pro Angler is a spacious comfortable platform, but more weight to haul and slower in the water. The Outback is a good stable platform, less room but lighter and faster than the Pro Angler. But what do you want? Speed for the long peddle / paddle, Stable platform to keep from rolling over, space on deck for all of your toys? The best thing is to Demo each of the kayaks at one of the many shops that are located near the water. Or rent one for the day.

05-05-2013, 11:51 AM	#7
RedSledTeam Daddeo Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OC Posts: 660	http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ad.php?t=17338 Take a look at the video footage in this thread. There are 2 video clips. You'll see all three kayaks that are mentioned. You can see the difference in the bow entry and layout of each kayak, although minimal footage on the Pa12.