Anyone ever use a paddle on a Revo 13 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Bluewater Jon · 07-19-2017, 02:51 AM

I'm curious about the paddling abilities of the Revo 13. Sometime my knees bother me and it'd be nice to have the option of paddling. Years ago I paddled Scupper Pros and then a Prowler; I imagine paddling a Revo would be as quick but maybe it's still a legit way of using the boat.

acorad · 07-19-2017, 07:38 AM

I have a 13. I haven't paddled it a lot, but it seems to work fine.

Andy

CrazzyGar · 07-19-2017, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Bluewater Jon

I'm curious about the paddling abilities of the Revo 13. Sometime my knees bother me and it'd be nice to have the option of paddling. Years ago I paddled Scupper Pros and then a Prowler; I imagine paddling a Revo would be as quick but maybe it's still a legit way of using the boat.

I have a Revo 13 and Revo 11. I've had to paddle my Revo 13 about 2 miles back in to fix my drives.

It was OK and I made it back in. But it sure wasn't fun. The Revo 13 doesn't paddle as well as the Malibu I used. But if you just wanted to paddle if your legs get tired... That's totally fine.

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Denis_Ruso · 07-19-2017, 08:08 AM

I recently upgraded from a Malibu - X factor to a Hobie Revo and made the promise to myself that I would still paddle.

That being said last weekend I made a 2-3 mile paddle back. Gotta say that I feel that the Revo is actually faster and lighter to paddle. The only thing that I find a bit annoying is that its really hard to keep a straight heading with the rudder while you have your paddle in your hands. Maybe the sailing rudder would be a bit better.

John M · 07-19-2017, 08:18 AM

I have had a Revo 13 since 2010, try to NEVER paddle it.
Does not track, likes to skid all over the place.
It's a peddle yak. I love it, just never paddle it.
Started off with a Scupper Pro and moved to a Prowler, both paddle good.

John

PescadorPete · 07-19-2017, 09:14 AM

My Revo 13 doesn't paddle as nicely as my Scupper Pro but it still does a good job. You have to get the rudder set so it tracks straight.

I usually get some paddling in on each fishing session for some arm workout.

If you're going to do it, do yourself a favor. Ditch the Hobie paddle and get something nicer. I use an ONNO.

FISH11 · 07-19-2017, 10:03 AM

I've only done it in the surf and for a short distance. It is better than any other mirage drive Hobie, but the tracking sucks. Hell the tracking sucks when I'm using the Mirage drive with my sailing rudder, I find that I have to correct every 10 seconds or so if there is any kind of wind or current.

07-19-2017, 02:51 AM	#1
Bluewater Jon Author & yakker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Carlsbad Posts: 34	Anyone ever use a paddle on a Revo 13 I'm curious about the paddling abilities of the Revo 13. Sometime my knees bother me and it'd be nice to have the option of paddling. Years ago I paddled Scupper Pros and then a Prowler; I imagine paddling a Revo would be as quick but maybe it's still a legit way of using the boat.

07-19-2017, 08:08 AM	#4
Denis_Ruso Senior Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 571	I recently upgraded from a Malibu - X factor to a Hobie Revo and made the promise to myself that I would still paddle. That being said last weekend I made a 2-3 mile paddle back. Gotta say that I feel that the Revo is actually faster and lighter to paddle. The only thing that I find a bit annoying is that its really hard to keep a straight heading with the rudder while you have your paddle in your hands. Maybe the sailing rudder would be a bit better. __________________ 2018 Hobie Outback 13 I do not fear the storm as it will teach me how to sail my ship.

07-19-2017, 10:03 AM	#7
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,643	I've only done it in the surf and for a short distance. It is better than any other mirage drive Hobie, but the tracking sucks. Hell the tracking sucks when I'm using the Mirage drive with my sailing rudder, I find that I have to correct every 10 seconds or so if there is any kind of wind or current. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

07-19-2017, 07:38 AM	#2
acorad Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Agoura Hills Posts: 166	I have a 13. I haven't paddled it a lot, but it seems to work fine. Andy

07-19-2017, 08:18 AM	#5
John M Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Escondido Posts: 89	I have had a Revo 13 since 2010, try to NEVER paddle it. Does not track, likes to skid all over the place. It's a peddle yak. I love it, just never paddle it. Started off with a Scupper Pro and moved to a Prowler, both paddle good. John

07-19-2017, 09:14 AM	#6
PescadorPete Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Leucadia, CA Posts: 261	My Revo 13 doesn't paddle as nicely as my Scupper Pro but it still does a good job. You have to get the rudder set so it tracks straight. I usually get some paddling in on each fishing session for some arm workout. If you're going to do it, do yourself a favor. Ditch the Hobie paddle and get something nicer. I use an ONNO.