Hobie Revo vs. Outback - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Three3Divine · 09-21-2009, 10:58 PM

opinions need them!!

Three3divine

bellcon · 09-22-2009, 07:45 AM

Using either one is cheating
Get a real kayak

Gino · 09-22-2009, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bellcon

Using either one is cheating
Get a real kayak

Agreed!

Revolution > Outback anyday... Revo has a smooth surf launch

erinoo · 09-22-2009, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bellcon

Using either one is cheating
Get a real kayak

Don, keep your opinion to yourself.. If your not cheatin..your not trying..

habanero · 09-22-2009, 03:27 PM

Don't listen to those monkeys. They said the same thing when man started using his legs to get around with his hands free.

I've had both and each has an advantage over the other. Most people pick the Revo because it takes less energy to move through the water but if you don't mind a little more calorie burning, you can keep up with a revo. Remember, you can pedal and paddle at the same time. If your a big person or enjoy super stability, storage and working area, the Outback does better. If you plan on trolling a lot while fishing and would rather travel lite, the revo is better. They both over lap enough in capability so you won't be left out of the task at hand.
I don't like the hull slap of the Outback when charging through rough water or moving fast.
I don't like the instability in rough water while maneuvering around the Revolution.
If plan on fishing when the bite is on, no matter the conditions, defiantly get a Hobie! You can keep a position while rigging, fishing, eating...

Billy V · 09-22-2009, 03:52 PM

I like the Revo best.
If Hobie would make a 16ft. Revo I'd be all over it.

Geoffkoop · 09-22-2009, 04:14 PM

If you are getting one used go with whatever you can get the best deal on. I was struggling with the same delemma. I have tried both back to back and the Outback seems a little more stable, a little slower and definitely has more hull slap. I ended up with a Revo and love it.

Kayak Rookie · 09-23-2009, 05:41 PM

I have 2 of each and it depends where you are in your comfort level. The outback is a pain to paddle and does not track well with out leaving the rudder down. In kelp and landing in the surf that can be a slight problem leaving it down. But if stability is what you seek then the outback is what you want.

The revos track well and cut the water a whole lot easier than the outback whether peddling or paddling. It makes the long trips easier. I have had my two kids with me and one of them will fall asleep on the dang thing after a couple of hours on the kelp! He has yet to fall in the water!

The revo's you don't have as many pole holders as the out back.

The bottom line is you can't go wrong with either one! They are both great rides!

Best of Luck!

bjoseph · 09-24-2009, 08:20 PM

There is no comparison. The outback is a toad, the revo is nimble and very stable.

Three3Divine · 09-24-2009, 08:23 PM

haha thanks so much for your imput guys i think a new revo is in my plans for this weekend!!

Rob929 · 09-24-2009, 11:57 PM

+1 For the Revo.. Love it

Vikingj · 09-25-2009, 09:10 PM

Can't go wrong with either. The outback has more deck space and is a great platform for hooping. The revo tracks better, is faster and lighter weight. I appreciate a few pounds less when I have to lift it overhead after a long day of fishing. I don't think stability is an issue for either. I decided on the revo and don't regret it.

09-21-2009, 10:58 PM	#1
Three3Divine Junior Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 29	Hobie Revo vs. Outback opinions need them!! Three3divine

09-22-2009, 03:52 PM	#6
Billy V Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bay Ho Posts: 1,382	I like the Revo best. If Hobie would make a 16ft. Revo I'd be all over it. Last edited by Billy V; 09-22-2009 at 10:29 PM.

09-23-2009, 05:41 PM	#8
Kayak Rookie Junior Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 18	2 Out backs and 2 Revo's I have 2 of each and it depends where you are in your comfort level. The outback is a pain to paddle and does not track well with out leaving the rudder down. In kelp and landing in the surf that can be a slight problem leaving it down. But if stability is what you seek then the outback is what you want. The revos track well and cut the water a whole lot easier than the outback whether peddling or paddling. It makes the long trips easier. I have had my two kids with me and one of them will fall asleep on the dang thing after a couple of hours on the kelp! He has yet to fall in the water! The revo's you don't have as many pole holders as the out back. The bottom line is you can't go wrong with either one! They are both great rides! Best of Luck!

09-22-2009, 07:45 AM	#2
bellcon Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: San Pedro Posts: 999	Using either one is cheating Get a real kayak

09-22-2009, 03:27 PM	#5
habanero Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SD Posts: 133	Don't listen to those monkeys. They said the same thing when man started using his legs to get around with his hands free. I've had both and each has an advantage over the other. Most people pick the Revo because it takes less energy to move through the water but if you don't mind a little more calorie burning, you can keep up with a revo. Remember, you can pedal and paddle at the same time. If your a big person or enjoy super stability, storage and working area, the Outback does better. If you plan on trolling a lot while fishing and would rather travel lite, the revo is better. They both over lap enough in capability so you won't be left out of the task at hand. I don't like the hull slap of the Outback when charging through rough water or moving fast. I don't like the instability in rough water while maneuvering around the Revolution. If plan on fishing when the bite is on, no matter the conditions, defiantly get a Hobie! You can keep a position while rigging, fishing, eating...

09-22-2009, 04:14 PM	#7
Geoffkoop Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: So. Orange County Posts: 302	If you are getting one used go with whatever you can get the best deal on. I was struggling with the same delemma. I have tried both back to back and the Outback seems a little more stable, a little slower and definitely has more hull slap. I ended up with a Revo and love it.

09-24-2009, 08:20 PM	#9
bjoseph Junior Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: escondido Posts: 13	There is no comparison. The outback is a toad, the revo is nimble and very stable.

09-24-2009, 08:23 PM	#10
Three3Divine Junior Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 29	haha thanks so much for your imput guys i think a new revo is in my plans for this weekend!!

09-24-2009, 11:57 PM	#11
Rob929 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 134	+1 For the Revo.. Love it

09-25-2009, 09:10 PM	#12
Vikingj Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Dana Point area Posts: 438	Can't go wrong with either. The outback has more deck space and is a great platform for hooping. The revo tracks better, is faster and lighter weight. I appreciate a few pounds less when I have to lift it overhead after a long day of fishing. I don't think stability is an issue for either. I decided on the revo and don't regret it.