best way to land a hobie - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

sdcityboy · 06-01-2008, 08:27 PM

got rid of the extreme and got a hobie revo-thanks Nate. took it out to the big bay, BIG dif in the handling, turns on a dime and not quite as stable as the X but it hauls ass!(and the sandies seem to like it too.) now it's time to try LJ. never occurred to me but whats the best way to land? paddle and peddle? rudder-no rudder? pray? any suggestions would be great!

thien · 06-01-2008, 08:33 PM

I prefer to have the fins up against the hull and rudder up. That way there's no chance of damaging the rudder or fins/mast. When landing I do the same, using the paddle gives me more control and piece of mind that I'm not going to f***up the mirage drive or rudder. Piece of cake...most of the time.

Billy V · 06-01-2008, 11:37 PM

On the Adventure I use the bungee cord "hook" to lock the drive pedals so the drive fins are up against the hull.

I also lift the rudder, stow the FF, reels, and lay down the gaff.
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Then its time to paddle like hell and torpedo the beach.

If I try to coast I get swamped.

bajadog · 06-02-2008, 06:14 AM

thien and Billy V got it.

Leash everything.

Watch out for pearling on the revo.

dorf · 06-02-2008, 06:35 AM

I agree with the others. If you follow the suggestions in the DVD that should have come with your kayak you are sure to lose your $350.00 drive. Keep it locked in when you come into shore.

When I launch I walk it out and hop in, start peddling then drop the rudder and peddle like hell through the surf. With the help of the peddles and rudder you can cut through the surf.

As with any kayak you should stow everything (especially the sharp things). I use the rudder and peddles as much as I can and when I get close to shore I pull up the rudder and set the mirage so the flaps are flush to the hull and continue in with the paddles.

Joe11 · 06-02-2008, 09:38 PM

I always leash my mirage drive to a padeye, generally keep it locked in and bungeed on the way out. Coming in is a judgement call because I think that is when you have the greatest chance of damaging the drive. I noticed once when I had the peddles bungeed on flat water and was paddling in reverse, the peddles started to come together meaning the masts were being pulled off the bottom of the yak. When you land in the surf and get out while still in the water the water/wave/surge that passes underneath your yak from stern to bow will pull your masts off the bottom of the yak even with the bungee attached. When landing, I generally take out the mirage drive and keep it leashed. Put another bungee over the top of it, raise the rudder and paddle in.

I have learned to excercise a great deal of patience timing my landing to avoid the yard sale roll and since doing so it has paid off. I am not in a hurry. Been on the wate for quite a few hours by then whats a few more minutes looking for the best opportunity.

Enjoy your new ride.

dorf · 06-20-2008, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dorf

When I launch I walk it out and hop in, start peddling then drop the rudder and peddle like hell through the surf. With the help of the peddles and rudder you can cut through the surf.

Works great for me.

Rusty · 06-20-2008, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dorf

When I launch I walk it out and hop in, start peddling then drop the rudder and peddle like hell through the surf. With the help of the peddles and rudder you can cut through the surf.

2nd that.

LeeQ125 - If you're balance-challenged

/ a dunker / really worried about your gear, you might want to use rod leashes or hatch storage for your rods, otherwise it ain't no thang.

06-01-2008, 08:27 PM	#1
sdcityboy Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: south park (san diego),CA Posts: 119	best way to land a hobie got rid of the extreme and got a hobie revo-thanks Nate. took it out to the big bay, BIG dif in the handling, turns on a dime and not quite as stable as the X but it hauls ass!(and the sandies seem to like it too.) now it's time to try LJ. never occurred to me but whats the best way to land? paddle and peddle? rudder-no rudder? pray? any suggestions would be great! __________________ he hates these cans!

06-02-2008, 06:14 AM	#4
bajadog I eats what I kills Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 393	thien and Billy V got it. Leash everything. Watch out for pearling on the revo. __________________ Please release bill-fish.

06-02-2008, 06:35 AM	#5
dorf Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 279	I agree with the others. If you follow the suggestions in the DVD that should have come with your kayak you are sure to lose your $350.00 drive. Keep it locked in when you come into shore. When I launch I walk it out and hop in, start peddling then drop the rudder and peddle like hell through the surf. With the help of the peddles and rudder you can cut through the surf. As with any kayak you should stow everything (especially the sharp things). I use the rudder and peddles as much as I can and when I get close to shore I pull up the rudder and set the mirage so the flaps are flush to the hull and continue in with the paddles. __________________ Don't try to confuse me with facts! I hereby reject your reality and submit my own.

06-01-2008, 08:33 PM	#2
thien Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 53	I prefer to have the fins up against the hull and rudder up. That way there's no chance of damaging the rudder or fins/mast. When landing I do the same, using the paddle gives me more control and piece of mind that I'm not going to f***up the mirage drive or rudder. Piece of cake...most of the time.

06-01-2008, 11:37 PM	#3
Billy V Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bay Ho Posts: 1,382	On the Adventure I use the bungee cord "hook" to lock the drive pedals so the drive fins are up against the hull. I also lift the rudder, stow the FF, reels, and lay down the gaff. ----------- Then its time to paddle like hell and torpedo the beach. If I try to coast I get swamped.

06-02-2008, 09:38 PM	#6
Joe11 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Riverside County Posts: 30	I always leash my mirage drive to a padeye, generally keep it locked in and bungeed on the way out. Coming in is a judgement call because I think that is when you have the greatest chance of damaging the drive. I noticed once when I had the peddles bungeed on flat water and was paddling in reverse, the peddles started to come together meaning the masts were being pulled off the bottom of the yak. When you land in the surf and get out while still in the water the water/wave/surge that passes underneath your yak from stern to bow will pull your masts off the bottom of the yak even with the bungee attached. When landing, I generally take out the mirage drive and keep it leashed. Put another bungee over the top of it, raise the rudder and paddle in. I have learned to excercise a great deal of patience timing my landing to avoid the yard sale roll and since doing so it has paid off. I am not in a hurry. Been on the wate for quite a few hours by then whats a few more minutes looking for the best opportunity. Enjoy your new ride.