Question for Hobie Revo - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Master-baiter · 06-06-2018, 01:26 AM

So I been searching the web for the best solution to storing big fish (YT, WSB, halibut) on my Hobie Revo with bunch of mixed reviews and different cooler kill bags.
Problem is, the revo does not have much space on its narrow hull. Hoping some Hobie/Revo guys on here can share their set ups and what works best.
Also, is loading the big fish in the bag on water a pain?
Thanks

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Denis_Ruso · 06-07-2018, 08:39 AM

Since no-one has chimed in. What I've seen done is adding pad-eyes on the front of the kayak on the sides of the hatch. Then you can bungee a reliable kill bag over the hatch.

Limits accessibility to your hatch but its really the only solution I've seen.

makobob · 06-07-2018, 11:50 AM

You have a revo, so mabye adding an outrigger to one side would be an option. Hobie makes the parts. Much moore storage with the tramp and your problems are solved. Best of luck, lots of info on the hobie forums. Tight Lines.

Iceman · 06-07-2018, 02:38 PM

You catch yer fish and you just go home

Orca Winfrey · 06-07-2018, 03:07 PM

Give it to your buddy in the PA to store it for you.

FISH11 · 06-08-2018, 08:55 AM

I added some hooks to align with the d rings on my Reliable Fish Kill bag and one eyelet on each side on the middle so as to use a small carabineer to keep the bag secured even in the higher surf. It works great, but the higher center of gravity with one or more 30+lbs fish inside the bag and coming in the La Jolla surf of more than 3' makes for some fun times. When I use my Malibu X Factor and the fish are under deck that kayak is less affected by the weight in the surf. Off course having large fish as a possible storage problem is a good thing!

Master-baiter · 06-08-2018, 04:45 PM

Thanks for the responses. Ive been giving it to the friend In the PA to store multiple times actually haha going home would be another option but I rather fish longer 9/10 times of hooking up. And the only good solution has been the reliable game bag that I’ve been looking at as an option. Was fishing for other ideas but the reliable bag seems to be the answer.
@fish11
It’s not hard for you to throw in the big fish? Also it does not get in your way?
Thanks

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FISH11 · 06-08-2018, 09:03 PM

The bag is even with the front hatch so it does not get in the way, except to open the front hatch, which I never do out in the open ocean. The Yellow in the picture was 34 lbs after bleeding. When they get that large the tail is sticking out a bit. I've had to put the tail over to one side because my feet kept hitting the tail while pedaling the mirage drive. Dealing with the large Yellow when bringing it on board or when sliding a little forward to get it in the bag is part of the fun that makes the kayak a little rocky and less stable, so I always hang both my legs over the side straddling the kayak to get better stability.

Iceman · 06-08-2018, 09:03 PM

I keep a big Reliable kill bag in my truck all the time.

FISH11 · 06-08-2018, 09:11 PM

I no longer bring a large cooler in my truck for any fish I catch. I use my Reliable kill bag and carry 5 frozen water bottles inside it. It could double as a cooler if you are trying to save space. I find that carrying the bottles inside a plastic shopping bag to keep them together also makes then last all day and stay frozen keeping the bag ready for those tasty fish.

YakDout · 06-09-2018, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by FISH11

I no longer bring a large cooler in my truck for any fish I catch. I use my Reliable kill bag and carry 5 frozen water bottles inside it. It could double as a cooler if you are trying to save space. I find that carrying the bottles inside a plastic shopping bag to keep them together also makes then last all day and stay frozen keeping the bag ready for those tasty fish.

The 5 water bottles keeps it cool enough? I usually bring 20lbs of ice on my outback.

Ggiannig89 · 06-09-2018, 07:26 AM

As a fellow revo owner I’m Interested to know what direction you go. The reliable bag sounds like the best option but I haven’t made any decisions.

FISH11 · 06-09-2018, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by YakDout

The 5 water bottles keeps it cool enough? I usually bring 20lbs of ice on my outback.

They keep the inside of the bag cool and if it's a really hot day, then I just pick up some ice at the store after leaving La Jolla. They have worked really good, I found that keeping then together before catching a fish, makes them stay frozen longer. If I catch a Yellow then I separate the bottles to surround the fish. they also weigh less than even a small bag of ice.

Master-baiter · 06-09-2018, 05:55 AM

Thanks, that’s actually really helpful

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06-06-2018, 01:26 AM	#1
Master-baiter Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Posts: 60	Question for Hobie Revo So I been searching the web for the best solution to storing big fish (YT, WSB, halibut) on my Hobie Revo with bunch of mixed reviews and different cooler kill bags. Problem is, the revo does not have much space on its narrow hull. Hoping some Hobie/Revo guys on here can share their set ups and what works best. Also, is loading the big fish in the bag on water a pain? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

06-07-2018, 08:39 AM	#2
Denis_Ruso Senior Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 571	Since no-one has chimed in. What I've seen done is adding pad-eyes on the front of the kayak on the sides of the hatch. Then you can bungee a reliable kill bag over the hatch. Limits accessibility to your hatch but its really the only solution I've seen. __________________ 2018 Hobie Outback 13 I do not fear the storm as it will teach me how to sail my ship.

06-07-2018, 11:50 AM	#3
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	You have a revo, so mabye adding an outrigger to one side would be an option. Hobie makes the parts. Much moore storage with the tramp and your problems are solved. Best of luck, lots of info on the hobie forums. Tight Lines. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

06-07-2018, 02:38 PM	#4
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	You catch yer fish and you just go home __________________

06-08-2018, 09:03 PM	#8
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,643	The bag is even with the front hatch so it does not get in the way, except to open the front hatch, which I never do out in the open ocean. The Yellow in the picture was 34 lbs after bleeding. When they get that large the tail is sticking out a bit. I've had to put the tail over to one side because my feet kept hitting the tail while pedaling the mirage drive. Dealing with the large Yellow when bringing it on board or when sliding a little forward to get it in the bag is part of the fun that makes the kayak a little rocky and less stable, so I always hang both my legs over the side straddling the kayak to get better stability. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

06-07-2018, 03:07 PM	#5
Orca Winfrey Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: The I. E. Posts: 353	Give it to your buddy in the PA to store it for you.

06-08-2018, 04:45 PM	#7
Master-baiter Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Posts: 60	Thanks for the responses. Ive been giving it to the friend In the PA to store multiple times actually haha going home would be another option but I rather fish longer 9/10 times of hooking up. And the only good solution has been the reliable game bag that I’ve been looking at as an option. Was fishing for other ideas but the reliable bag seems to be the answer. @fish11 It’s not hard for you to throw in the big fish? Also it does not get in your way? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

06-08-2018, 09:11 PM	#10
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,643	I no longer bring a large cooler in my truck for any fish I catch. I use my Reliable kill bag and carry 5 frozen water bottles inside it. It could double as a cooler if you are trying to save space. I find that carrying the bottles inside a plastic shopping bag to keep them together also makes then last all day and stay frozen keeping the bag ready for those tasty fish. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

06-09-2018, 07:26 AM	#12
Ggiannig89 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: El Cajon Posts: 512	As a fellow revo owner I’m Interested to know what direction you go. The reliable bag sounds like the best option but I haven’t made any decisions.

06-09-2018, 05:55 AM	#14
Master-baiter Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Posts: 60	Thanks, that’s actually really helpful Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk