Choosing a yak - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

diehardfisher · 05-08-2012, 10:52 PM

Hey guys
This decision is haunting me, I bought a zodiac with a buddy two years ago and realized that a boat wasnt right for a college budget so it was sold returning 1k to me. Now I am just dying to own something to take me on the water. One thing that is keeping me from pulling the trigger is my need to buy a rack for my honda still. I dont want to buy a paddle style boat then wish I had bought a hobie but I am torn financially. Anyone want to chime in and just give me the courage to pay up for something.

-I am leaning towards a used revo right now

Oh and I am a 3rd year at UCSD, recently transferred from grossmont, so I am living in LJ

Cbad Mike · 05-09-2012, 12:29 AM

I love my Malibu Stealth 14 but then again I don't have the funds for a Hobie.

lowprofile · 05-09-2012, 01:32 AM

i do believe the first mode of powering a yak was a paddle... and it worked out for centuries. only recently did people start peddling.

get a regular yak. it makes your arms and back look sexy.

jorluivil · 05-09-2012, 03:29 AM

Don't listen to what anyone says.....go to OEX Sunset Beach and get a Hobie.

Moderator...please close this thread

speedydk · 05-09-2012, 06:31 AM

Get down to OEX and try them both I have both types paddle and peddle (haha alright pedal sheesh tough crowd around here). Nothing wrong with either and well if you can't afford the hobie now maybe just get something you can afford for now and plan on upgrading later (or just add one more its nice having a spare so you can take newbie friends anyway.. Sometimes the bank account dictates no biggie just get out there!
Darren

lbsurf2ca · 05-09-2012, 06:44 AM

If you think you want a hobie... Trust me you want a hobie. Hands down they make the best kayaks for fishing.

-I'll here guys shopping in oex saying " like to fish in the kelp"...
-They dont like the bait tank behind them.
-They like to paddle not pedal

Yet they are there checking out the hobie. Price is always the main issue with hobie but you will save yourself a lot of money by getting a hobie first...

There are always great deals out there probably going to be lots of cheaper revos and outbacks for sale in the near future due to the new pro angler.

mtnbykr2 · 05-09-2012, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by lbsurf2ca

If you think you want a hobie... Trust me you want a hobie. Hands down they make the best kayaks for fishing.

-I'll here guys shopping in oex saying " like to fish in the kelp"...
-They dont like the bait tank behind them.
-They like to paddle not peddle.

Yet they are there checking out the hobie. Price is always the main issue with hobie but you will save yourself a lot of money by getting a hobie first...

There are always great deals out there probably going to be lots of cheaper revos and outbacks for sale in the near future due to the new pro angler.

Devildawgjj · 05-09-2012, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by diehardfisher

Oh and I am a 3rd year at UCSD, recently transferred from grossmont, so I am living in LJ

Must be nice living in LJ while being a college student!

Try moving to Santee, then you won't be financially strapped.

William Novotny · 05-09-2012, 08:16 AM

You have a very short drive to get to the launch. Get the kayak you want. I know someone that rolls a pool noodle into a circle and sets it between his revo and car roof then straps out down. It works perfect and is cheap. Do this until you save up for the roof rack

diehardfisher · 05-09-2012, 04:30 PM

Yeah, I think I am going to keep looking and hopefully come up on a really good deal used for a revo. I just dont think I will be happy with a standard yak. Thanks for the advice, and if anyone wants to sell me there revo due to upgrades I am here.

fishingfiend · 05-09-2012, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by lbsurf2ca

There are always great deals out there probably going to be lots of cheaper revos and outbacks for sale in the near future due to the new pro angler.

Heard delivery dates on the PA12 have been pushed out to July. People who sold early to get a PA12 are bummed.

If fishing is your mission, save up and get yourself some pedals.

05-08-2012, 10:52 PM	#1
diehardfisher Junior Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: san diego Posts: 16	Choosing a yak Hey guys This decision is haunting me, I bought a zodiac with a buddy two years ago and realized that a boat wasnt right for a college budget so it was sold returning 1k to me. Now I am just dying to own something to take me on the water. One thing that is keeping me from pulling the trigger is my need to buy a rack for my honda still. I dont want to buy a paddle style boat then wish I had bought a hobie but I am torn financially. Anyone want to chime in and just give me the courage to pay up for something. -I am leaning towards a used revo right now Oh and I am a 3rd year at UCSD, recently transferred from grossmont, so I am living in LJ

05-09-2012, 01:32 AM	#3
lowprofile #1 on fishstick's hitlist Join Date: May 2011 Location: Sea level Posts: 1,478	i do believe the first mode of powering a yak was a paddle... and it worked out for centuries. only recently did people start peddling. get a regular yak. it makes your arms and back look sexy. __________________ MLPA- My Largest Poaching Area

05-09-2012, 03:29 AM	#4
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,856	Don't listen to what anyone says.....go to OEX Sunset Beach and get a Hobie. Moderator...please close this thread __________________ www.facebook.com/Teamsewer

05-09-2012, 06:44 AM	#6
lbsurf2ca Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Encinitas Posts: 395	If you think you want a hobie... Trust me you want a hobie. Hands down they make the best kayaks for fishing. -I'll here guys shopping in oex saying " like to fish in the kelp"... -They dont like the bait tank behind them. -They like to paddle not pedal Yet they are there checking out the hobie. Price is always the main issue with hobie but you will save yourself a lot of money by getting a hobie first... There are always great deals out there probably going to be lots of cheaper revos and outbacks for sale in the near future due to the new pro angler. __________________ Last edited by lbsurf2ca; 05-09-2012 at 08:03 PM.

05-09-2012, 08:16 AM	#9
William Novotny The carpetbagger Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: tha newps Posts: 1,474	You have a very short drive to get to the launch. Get the kayak you want. I know someone that rolls a pool noodle into a circle and sets it between his revo and car roof then straps out down. It works perfect and is cheap. Do this until you save up for the roof rack __________________ "The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope." http://www.badinfluencetattoo.com/gallery.php?artist=21

05-09-2012, 12:29 AM	#2
Cbad Mike Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Carlsbad Ca. Posts: 1,206	I love my Malibu Stealth 14 but then again I don't have the funds for a Hobie.

05-09-2012, 06:31 AM	#5
speedydk Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Orange County Ca. Posts: 99	Get down to OEX and try them both I have both types paddle and peddle (haha alright pedal sheesh tough crowd around here). Nothing wrong with either and well if you can't afford the hobie now maybe just get something you can afford for now and plan on upgrading later (or just add one more its nice having a spare so you can take newbie friends anyway.. Sometimes the bank account dictates no biggie just get out there! Darren

05-09-2012, 04:30 PM	#10
diehardfisher Junior Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: san diego Posts: 16	Yeah, I think I am going to keep looking and hopefully come up on a really good deal used for a revo. I just dont think I will be happy with a standard yak. Thanks for the advice, and if anyone wants to sell me there revo due to upgrades I am here.