Upgrade idea. Good or bad? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

YakDout · 03-25-2014, 08:31 AM

So I bought my revolution 13' from oex in 2012 . I've fished la jolla, Dana, both bays. I'm highly considering selling my revolution at this point. I love that it's fast. And I can't believe I went a year of fishing without the turbo fins. Those things make this boat a rocket. , I've surf launched plenty of times in la jolla. For the most part I try to pick small days. But there has been a couple times when I've been pretty intimidated coming back in. The only time I've actually flipped this thing was because of the Sum Fun in Dana point cruisin past me at 30 chasing dolphin. He was no more than 30 yards away. I really wanted to key that boat when I got in, but refrained. I basically have my revolution sold to my friend if I want to, but I'm not sure if upgrading to a new outback will change much. Has anyone owned both and preferred the outback due to getting swamped by the waves/wakes. I know I would enjoy the lowrance ready hull, and I'm not sure I should get a PA 14. Those things just look heavy. I am 25yrs old and not getting any smaller. I'm 6'3" 220 and still growing horizontally. Not to mention I just had hernia repair surgery last Tuesday. Input would really be appreciated. While waiting a couple more weeks to heal and get back on the water, I'll take your advice , think it over and have time to make a decision. Thanks guys.

ful-rac · 03-25-2014, 08:39 AM

Go with the PA, once you figure out how to move it, it's not that heavy. I have no problems keeping up with guys on outbacks and revos.

YakDout · 03-25-2014, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by ful-rac

Go with the PA, once you figure out how to move it, it's not that heavy. I have no problems keeping up with guys on outbacks and revos.

Seems like the 14 would be the way to go vs the 12.

Bert Vega · 03-25-2014, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ful-rac

Go with the PA, once you figure out how to move it, it's not that heavy. I have no problems keeping up with guys on outbacks and revos.

X2 on the PA!! I love mine and we are close to same size. I like the stable ride and that I can stretch out in it.

YakDout · 03-26-2014, 07:20 PM

So I pulled the trigger today and got the new pa14. This thing has so many nice features. Already installed the gear tracks and mounted and wired FF . There was one problem with the 50/200-455/800 ducer fitting in the lowrance ready bay. But nothing a sawzall couldn't fix. I'll be fishing Sunday and it will be my first time being on a PA on the water. So stoked.

Fishin Phil · 03-26-2014, 07:40 PM

Congrats. Nice ride.

YakDout · 03-26-2014, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Fishin Phil

Congrats. Nice ride.

Thanks brotha

janines.fishtales@cox.net · 03-27-2014, 06:33 AM

You will have to let me know what you think as far as the difference between the Revo and the PA. I too have a Revo. It's the only kayak I have ever known. What I do know is that it is small, even for me. No room on deck at all. But I find it challenging to even move the Revo around as far as loading and unloading. I am seriously thinking of buying a small skiff/bass boat. And if I considered a PA, then I may as well just buy the skiff. What do you guys think?

Janine

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Originally Posted by YakDout

So I pulled the trigger today and got the new pa14. This thing has so many nice features. Already installed the gear tracks and mounted and wired FF . There was one problem with the 50/200-455/800 ducer fitting in the lowrance ready bay. But nothing a sawzall couldn't fix. I'll be fishing Sunday and it will be my first time being on a PA on the water. So stoked.

Fishwhisperer619 · 03-27-2014, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by janines.fishtales@cox.net

You will have to let me know what you think as far as the difference between the Revo and the PA. I too have a Revo. It's the only kayak I have ever known. What I do know is that it is small, even for me. No room on deck at all. But I find it challenging to even move the Revo around as far as loading and unloading. I am seriously thinking of buying a small skiff/bass boat. And if I considered a PA, then I may as well just buy the skiff. What do you guys think?

Janine

I was in the same mind frame as you are right now before I bought my PA14. Then I started thinking about gas, registration, maintenance, and versatility. the PA14 requires no gas, no registration (unless you put on a motor), maintenance is minimal with special attention to metal components, and I can go to more places in my PA14 than a skiff. it'll take me longer, granted, but I feel safer in the kelp with my PA than a skiff

YakDout · 03-27-2014, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by janines.fishtales@cox.net

You will have to let me know what you think as far as the difference between the Revo and the PA. I too have a Revo. It's the only kayak I have ever known. What I do know is that it is small, even for me. No room on deck at all. But I find it challenging to even move the Revo around as far as loading and unloading. I am seriously thinking of buying a small skiff/bass boat. And if I considered a PA, then I may as well just buy the skiff. What do you guys think?

Janine

I tossed the idea of a skiff around also. But I can't literally throw a skiff in the back of my truck and launch anywhere I want. I'm a kayak fisherman, for life. Janine, I felt the exact same way about the lack of room on deck for the revo. This PA I just bought has more than enough room, for anything you will ever need on a kayak. I'd go check one out. I haven't even been on the water yet, but I know I'm going to fall in love with kayak fishing all over again.

PapaDave · 03-27-2014, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by janines.fishtales@cox.net

You will have to let me know what you think as far as the difference between the Revo and the PA. I too have a Revo. It's the only kayak I have ever known. What I do know is that it is small, even for me. No room on deck at all. But I find it challenging to even move the Revo around as far as loading and unloading. I am seriously thinking of buying a small skiff/bass boat. And if I considered a PA, then I may as well just buy the skiff. What do you guys think?

Janine

I would suggest trying a PA before making a decision. I've tried a Revo and have owned an Outback and while each has it's benefits, they don't beat a PA.

As far as moving a PA around, I started putting two sets of wheel on it, one in front and one in back, it was like pulling a wagon after that. These days I am really lazy though, since I have two PA's, one for a guest on those odd outings, I got a trailer and use that to move and launch them.

I am considering getting a boat though, not to replace the kayaks, but to taxi them farther up and down the coast.

03-25-2014, 08:31 AM	#1
YakDout Brandon Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,345	Upgrade idea. Good or bad? So I bought my revolution 13' from oex in 2012 . I've fished la jolla, Dana, both bays. I'm highly considering selling my revolution at this point. I love that it's fast. And I can't believe I went a year of fishing without the turbo fins. Those things make this boat a rocket. , I've surf launched plenty of times in la jolla. For the most part I try to pick small days. But there has been a couple times when I've been pretty intimidated coming back in. The only time I've actually flipped this thing was because of the Sum Fun in Dana point cruisin past me at 30 chasing dolphin. He was no more than 30 yards away. I really wanted to key that boat when I got in, but refrained. I basically have my revolution sold to my friend if I want to, but I'm not sure if upgrading to a new outback will change much. Has anyone owned both and preferred the outback due to getting swamped by the waves/wakes. I know I would enjoy the lowrance ready hull, and I'm not sure I should get a PA 14. Those things just look heavy. I am 25yrs old and not getting any smaller. I'm 6'3" 220 and still growing horizontally. Not to mention I just had hernia repair surgery last Tuesday. Input would really be appreciated. While waiting a couple more weeks to heal and get back on the water, I'll take your advice , think it over and have time to make a decision. Thanks guys.

03-25-2014, 08:39 AM	#2
ful-rac Emperor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Buena Park Posts: 3,649	Go with the PA, once you figure out how to move it, it's not that heavy. I have no problems keeping up with guys on outbacks and revos. __________________ There's nothing colder than yesterday's hotdog.

03-26-2014, 07:40 PM	#6
Fishin Phil Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 288	Congrats. Nice ride. __________________ God, Family, Your Health, You're Fishing.