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Old 09-13-2014, 03:12 PM   #1
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2015 Hobie Pro Angler 14

This one is SOLD!

Look at all that rail to rig on!



Skeg and rudder retracted



Both deployed

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Old 09-13-2014, 03:30 PM   #2
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I thought these new rubber pocket frames were replacing the old style, but I only have seen them on the new PA.

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Old 09-13-2014, 03:49 PM   #3
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I'm not digging the skeg and rail.

Why didn't they just make the skeg the rudder?
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Old 09-15-2014, 12:33 PM   #4
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I'm not digging the skeg and rail.

Why didn't they just make the skeg the rudder?
rudder steers better from the rear skeg tracks better closer to the middle

do both and you don't lose anything only the benefit of both
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Old 09-15-2014, 02:07 PM   #5
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I'm not digging the skeg and rail.

Why didn't they just make the skeg the rudder?

Well because we all know those rudder lines break, just ask tony! he must have a hobie repair shop behind his truck now!
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Old 09-15-2014, 02:15 PM   #6
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BAM! good to go!



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Old 09-15-2014, 04:24 PM   #7
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Just an observation for those about to jump on one. That rail is going to have to be jumped over to get into, and out of the boat. Looks like they really don't consider this a surf launch vehicle. But I am sure somebody will think a hand rail where your feet are is priceless?
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Old 09-13-2014, 03:53 PM   #8
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The skeg is to help tracking in addition to the rudder.


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Old 09-13-2014, 04:07 PM   #9
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The skeg is to help tracking in addition to the rudder.


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Thanks Captain Obvious

I'm aware of that but why not make it a 2 in 1 and call it a Skudder? Can't wait to see the reviews on it. Obviously, a legit review would have to come from someone that had a 2014 or earlier PA.


Andy, do you know why they went with a longer rail?
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Old 09-13-2014, 04:08 PM   #10
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Or how about a reg?


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Old 09-13-2014, 04:09 PM   #11
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That sounds a little better


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Old 09-13-2014, 04:12 PM   #12
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I think hobie probably did some research and development. If you know something they don't maybe you should apply 😃


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Old 09-13-2014, 05:02 PM   #13
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Andy, do you know why they went with a longer rail?
Always trying to make a better mouse trap!

There is a whole new line of rail mount accessories


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Old 09-13-2014, 05:21 PM   #14
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Very nice.
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Old 09-13-2014, 07:17 PM   #15
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Old 09-13-2014, 11:03 PM   #16
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Nice rig period. I wouldn't mind trading up my PA for the new one.
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