Hobie Revo/Outback rod stowability for surf launches? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

andrewtp · 06-30-2012, 02:56 PM

I'm new to the hobie scene and am trying to figure out which one I want.

I know the adventure can stow below deck for launching, can the outback and revo do the same? All my rods are 7'-8'

Thanks

JeffB · 06-30-2012, 03:05 PM

I dunno about stowing the rods in the hull, but there is another way. If your afraid of loosing the stuff, just take your reels off and put the into your hull. Then take your rods and strap them to the side of your kayak. There is little grooves for the paddle on both side that works perfect for a few rods on all hobies. I've done it a time or two and it works out perfect.

andrewtp · 06-30-2012, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JeffB

I dunno about stowing the rods in the hull, but there is another way. If your afraid of loosing the stuff, just take your reels off and put the into your hull. Then take your rods and strap them to the side of your kayak. There is little grooves for the paddle on both side that works perfect for a few rods on all hobies. I've done it a time or two and it works out perfect.

Good to know, thats the way I do it in my Malibu. Now on to the difficult question.... revo or outback

Pocoloco · 06-30-2012, 03:18 PM

Access below from the boat is tough especially on rough water. Remember to keep your gear where you can get to it w/o twisting and turning. Leashes

Pocoloco · 06-30-2012, 03:19 PM

Outback....06 4 sale

kayakhunter · 06-30-2012, 03:45 PM

Revo.

jorluivil · 06-30-2012, 04:24 PM

outback

finyak · 06-30-2012, 04:27 PM

As you already my know the revo is faster the outback more stable.Demo both and see which one you like.I just picked up an Outback Thursday and my vhf handheld today all I need is a pfd and I'll be ready to rock n roll.

Finyak

andrewtp · 06-30-2012, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by finyak

As you already my know the revo is faster the outback more stable.Demo both and see which one you like.I just picked up an Outback Thursday and my vhf handheld today all I need is a pfd and I'll be ready to rock n roll.

Finyak

Is the revo that much faster than the outback? I'd like to demo them all but don't have much time to....

kayakhunter · 06-30-2012, 05:08 PM

The Revo is faster and has a smoother ride, less hull slap in the chop=dryer ride and less of a chance of spooking

or

when sneaking up on them. The revo also slices through waves when launching in the surf.

The outback maybe a little more stable but unless you plan on standing up it shouldn't matter too much, on thing the outback does have though is more storage space.

CheapPelican · 06-30-2012, 06:19 PM

Adventure

Pocoloco · 06-30-2012, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kayakhunter

The Revo is faster and has a smoother ride, less hull slap in the chop=dryer ride and less of a chance of spooking

or

when sneaking up on them. The revo also slices through waves when launching in the surf.

The outback maybe a little more stable but unless you plan on standing up it shouldn't matter too much, on thing the outback does have though is more storage space.

stand up = comfort/stability

andrewtp · 06-30-2012, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by CheapPelican

Adventure

Definitely 👎

bus kid · 06-30-2012, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by m.vint

stand up = comfort/stability

Revo, and I stand on mine all the time, it just takes practice.

StinkyMatt · 06-30-2012, 10:24 PM

Had both

Outback, slightly slower, slightly
Way more stable
Much more room for storage, mounting stuff
More hull slap in big surf.

Of the two my choice is either.

PapaDave · 07-02-2012, 11:06 AM

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06-30-2012, 02:56 PM	#1
andrewtp Awesome Possum Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Riverside Posts: 187	Hobie Revo/Outback rod stowability for surf launches? I'm new to the hobie scene and am trying to figure out which one I want. I know the adventure can stow below deck for launching, can the outback and revo do the same? All my rods are 7'-8' Thanks

06-30-2012, 03:05 PM	#2
JeffB Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: La Jolla Posts: 1,216	I dunno about stowing the rods in the hull, but there is another way. If your afraid of loosing the stuff, just take your reels off and put the into your hull. Then take your rods and strap them to the side of your kayak. There is little grooves for the paddle on both side that works perfect for a few rods on all hobies. I've done it a time or two and it works out perfect. __________________ If you're looking for me I'm

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Pocoloco Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: el cajon Posts: 239	Access below from the boat is tough especially on rough water. Remember to keep your gear where you can get to it w/o twisting and turning. Leashes

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Pocoloco Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: el cajon Posts: 239	Outback....06 4 sale

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kayakhunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Orange Posts: 207	Revo.

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finyak Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 332	As you already my know the revo is faster the outback more stable.Demo both and see which one you like.I just picked up an Outback Thursday and my vhf handheld today all I need is a pfd and I'll be ready to rock n roll. Finyak

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kayakhunter Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Orange Posts: 207	The Revo is faster and has a smoother ride, less hull slap in the chop=dryer ride and less of a chance of spooking or when sneaking up on them. The revo also slices through waves when launching in the surf. The outback maybe a little more stable but unless you plan on standing up it shouldn't matter too much, on thing the outback does have though is more storage space.

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StinkyMatt Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Under a bridge Posts: 2,169	Had both Outback, slightly slower, slightly Way more stable Much more room for storage, mounting stuff More hull slap in big surf. Of the two my choice is either.

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