Need suggestions for new outback rigging - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Viper3173 · 07-08-2015, 07:10 PM

My torn labrum in my shoulder is getting the best of me on my Stealth so I made the plunge to join the peddle army yesterday with a new to me, slightly used 2015 Outback! It is completely stock so I'm looking for any suggestions for rigging from the seasoned peddlers out there. Other than mounting my Elite 5 on the side rail I have no idea what else is a must have vs can go without.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Rod holders? Hobie bait tame vs vital vault? Where do you guys store your kill, in the hull?

Thanks!
Patrick

flemdogg · 07-08-2015, 07:58 PM

First thing is to get turbo fins and a sailing rudder. It will make life a lot easier, more distance with each peddle, and tighter turning radius.

Iceman · 07-08-2015, 09:12 PM

rectangular hatch is popular, cou0ple others, Hobie livewell, wheel cart

619-SWIM-DOG · 07-09-2015, 08:01 AM

I store fish in the front hatch using a fish bag with some ice packs.

ctfphoto · 07-09-2015, 08:13 AM

Not enough room in the front hatch for Big fish imo, plus I store stuff in the front hatch.

Caught Two YT last Wednesday and stored them behind the bait tank covered in a wet towel.

619-SWIM-DOG · 07-09-2015, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ctfphoto

Not enough room in the front hatch for Big fish imo, plus I store stuff in the front hatch.

Caught Two YT last Wednesday and stored them behind the bait tank covered in a wet towel.

I was able to get two YT's 16.5lb and a 18lb in the front hatch in the fish bag. Granted theseare not large YT but it can work for some fish.

The pelican · 07-09-2015, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Iceman

rectangular hatch is popular, cou0ple others, Hobie livewell, wheel cart

X2 on the rectangular hatch. I had the round hatch on my outback and upgraded to the PA and the rectangular hatch w plano boxes is a huge help on the water. All the tackle I need can fit in one of those little boxes and items are way more accessible than the old plastic bucket I kept in the outback round hatch.

kjsdad619 · 07-09-2015, 08:15 AM

The Hobie Trax cart is a must, the smaller one with inflatable tires will work on the outback. This made huge difference when I traded up for the trax 2 for my PA. A live well is a must if you are chasing the YT and I have used it allot going for the Halis. I agree with Flemdogg, those fins are legit. Keep it simple that's what Ive learned! Enjoy it and welcome to the Hobie world!

07-08-2015, 07:10 PM	#1
Viper3173 Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: San Diego Posts: 71	Need suggestions for new outback rigging My torn labrum in my shoulder is getting the best of me on my Stealth so I made the plunge to join the peddle army yesterday with a new to me, slightly used 2015 Outback! It is completely stock so I'm looking for any suggestions for rigging from the seasoned peddlers out there. Other than mounting my Elite 5 on the side rail I have no idea what else is a must have vs can go without. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Rod holders? Hobie bait tame vs vital vault? Where do you guys store your kill, in the hull? Thanks! Patrick

07-08-2015, 07:58 PM	#2
flemdogg Island Blood Join Date: May 2013 Location: Murrieta Posts: 237	First thing is to get turbo fins and a sailing rudder. It will make life a lot easier, more distance with each peddle, and tighter turning radius. __________________ These are my express opinions derived from my experiences - I know less than most and half as much as some!

07-08-2015, 09:12 PM	#3
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	rectangular hatch is popular, cou0ple others, Hobie livewell, wheel cart __________________

07-09-2015, 08:01 AM	#4
619-SWIM-DOG Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: San Diego Posts: 619	I store fish in the front hatch using a fish bag with some ice packs.

07-09-2015, 08:13 AM	#5
ctfphoto Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 901	Not enough room in the front hatch for Big fish imo, plus I store stuff in the front hatch. Caught Two YT last Wednesday and stored them behind the bait tank covered in a wet towel.

07-09-2015, 08:15 AM	#8
kjsdad619 Just a Salty Sailor Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 193	The Hobie Trax cart is a must, the smaller one with inflatable tires will work on the outback. This made huge difference when I traded up for the trax 2 for my PA. A live well is a must if you are chasing the YT and I have used it allot going for the Halis. I agree with Flemdogg, those fins are legit. Keep it simple that's what Ive learned! Enjoy it and welcome to the Hobie world!