Revolution or outback - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Matar · 08-29-2011, 10:08 AM

Weighing in at 250 and 5'6" what one is better to use. Going out everywhere.

PapaDave · 08-29-2011, 10:10 AM

Outback is a little wider, might be a tad more stable. Have you considered a Pro Angler? I am 6'2" at 220lbs and the PA works very well for me. Doesn't roll except when used for surfing at LJ.

RedSledTeam · 08-29-2011, 11:16 AM

The Outback is more "utilitarian" and the Revo is more "elegant". Like a Hummer and a Ferrari.

Striperman1018 · 08-29-2011, 11:24 AM

Try em both out. There are many shops around that for a small fee ($30) or so they will bring them to the water and let you peddle them around. Worth every penny. I would have gone with the revo at first but after peddling both around the outback was the only way to go for me. My height and weight isnt much of a factor but I just felt a lot more comfortable on the outback.

coxtanker421 · 08-29-2011, 02:11 PM

5' 6 ' 250 . you have no choice but outback. proangler would be better except not practical for most situations . ie, surf height / and dragging it around to launch site.if you weigh 250 lbs ,the outback would be pushing 300 with your gear( livewell, rods, tackle, food & water. leaving you three quaters encumbered. it is rated for 400 lbs. ive only used outback , and i am new yak / fisherman. but it is very stable . 36 ' wide. revo is, i believe 28 " wide . rated for probalbly 350 . better boat if you have experience. longer and sleeker = faster / less energy to propel. keep in mind the more encumbered the yak is , the lower you sit , and the more energy to keep you moving. also the lower you sit the more chances of water spray , especially at higher speeds. anyway thats my 2 cents.

Matar · 08-29-2011, 03:02 PM

I have the outback and i love it. I can stand up and cast in the bays and even move around off shore to get whatever i need. I just have ran into some people that said i was stupid for getting the outback and not the revo. I just wanted to see what others would say

kobra · 08-29-2011, 04:22 PM

Use which ever one you feel comfortable in. The only way you would be stupid is to get the one everyone says to get and you not being comfy in. It's all personal preference. I love my revo but that's my preference.

Nic D · 08-29-2011, 05:00 PM

get the outback.

Deamon · 08-29-2011, 05:27 PM

I've had an Outback but now have a Revo...
Revo tracks a straighter line
Outbacks have more top space
Don't know how my lobster traps are going to fit on the Revo but the Outback was perfect for that app
Revo def cuts through the surf better & is a bit faster
Revo seems to be easier on longer distances (?)
Revo sits low so you got wet butt all day unless waders are on
Neither is perfect but both are good to go all things considered

todd one · 08-29-2011, 10:59 PM

If you decide to go with the revo, there's a great deal on craigslist right now. 2009, Fully loaded with fish finder, hobie bait tank, turbo fins, wheele cart, rod holders and more. $1700. I wish I'd came across this when I got mine.

fishsouthcounty · 08-30-2011, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matar

I have the outback and i love it.

already a hobie owner

ChefT · 08-30-2011, 08:44 PM

275 here.... On a calm day or in the bay I can stand up and paddle on my
Outback....

poorpaddy · 09-01-2011, 04:35 PM

I would go with the Revo. It's a little easier to get past surf and overall quicker. One thing I've learned is you can teach yourself balance but you can only go as quick as the the yak will let you.

I recommend the Revo as an owner of one as well. I'm 240 with at least another 60lbs of gear and accessories on board. So it will handle all that you and then some. I bet you can get about 400lbs and still be float fine. Although you will likely rest a little lower in the water.

RedSledTeam · 09-01-2011, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishsouthcounty

already a hobie owner

So Matar, let's all hear how you like your Outback?

Matar · 09-01-2011, 07:19 PM

Love it. I have plenty of room with it being stable. Nice high sides small enough to turn in a small area and keeps my fat ass sitting high and dry. A little slower then the long sleek ones but hew I can't have everything. But most of all I like being more stable and able to move around and stretch out after being not the water for hours.

08-29-2011, 10:08 AM	#1
Matar I am just me. Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Lake Forest Posts: 135	Revolution or outback Weighing in at 250 and 5'6" what one is better to use. Going out everywhere.

08-29-2011, 11:16 AM	#3
RedSledTeam Daddeo Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OC Posts: 660	analogy The Outback is more "utilitarian" and the Revo is more "elegant". Like a Hummer and a Ferrari.

08-29-2011, 05:00 PM	#8
Nic D Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Clairemont Posts: 813	get the outback. __________________ instagram - @DRAGO619

09-01-2011, 04:35 PM	#13
poorpaddy Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Diego (North Park) Posts: 32	I would go with the Revo. It's a little easier to get past surf and overall quicker. One thing I've learned is you can teach yourself balance but you can only go as quick as the the yak will let you. I recommend the Revo as an owner of one as well. I'm 240 with at least another 60lbs of gear and accessories on board. So it will handle all that you and then some. I bet you can get about 400lbs and still be float fine. Although you will likely rest a little lower in the water. Last edited by poorpaddy; 09-01-2011 at 04:45 PM.

08-29-2011, 10:10 AM	#2
PapaDave Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 1,473	Outback is a little wider, might be a tad more stable. Have you considered a Pro Angler? I am 6'2" at 220lbs and the PA works very well for me. Doesn't roll except when used for surfing at LJ.

08-29-2011, 11:24 AM	#4
Striperman1018 Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Inglewood Posts: 39	Try em both out. There are many shops around that for a small fee ($30) or so they will bring them to the water and let you peddle them around. Worth every penny. I would have gone with the revo at first but after peddling both around the outback was the only way to go for me. My height and weight isnt much of a factor but I just felt a lot more comfortable on the outback.

08-29-2011, 02:11 PM	#5
coxtanker421 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 270	5' 6 ' 250 . you have no choice but outback. proangler would be better except not practical for most situations . ie, surf height / and dragging it around to launch site.if you weigh 250 lbs ,the outback would be pushing 300 with your gear( livewell, rods, tackle, food & water. leaving you three quaters encumbered. it is rated for 400 lbs. ive only used outback , and i am new yak / fisherman. but it is very stable . 36 ' wide. revo is, i believe 28 " wide . rated for probalbly 350 . better boat if you have experience. longer and sleeker = faster / less energy to propel. keep in mind the more encumbered the yak is , the lower you sit , and the more energy to keep you moving. also the lower you sit the more chances of water spray , especially at higher speeds. anyway thats my 2 cents.

08-29-2011, 03:02 PM	#6
Matar I am just me. Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Lake Forest Posts: 135	I have the outback and i love it. I can stand up and cast in the bays and even move around off shore to get whatever i need. I just have ran into some people that said i was stupid for getting the outback and not the revo. I just wanted to see what others would say

08-29-2011, 04:22 PM	#7
kobra Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: oceanside Posts: 880	Use which ever one you feel comfortable in. The only way you would be stupid is to get the one everyone says to get and you not being comfy in. It's all personal preference. I love my revo but that's my preference.

08-29-2011, 05:27 PM	#9
Deamon Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,972	I've had an Outback but now have a Revo... Revo tracks a straighter line Outbacks have more top space Don't know how my lobster traps are going to fit on the Revo but the Outback was perfect for that app Revo def cuts through the surf better & is a bit faster Revo seems to be easier on longer distances (?) Revo sits low so you got wet butt all day unless waders are on Neither is perfect but both are good to go all things considered

08-29-2011, 10:59 PM	#10
todd one Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 364	If you decide to go with the revo, there's a great deal on craigslist right now. 2009, Fully loaded with fish finder, hobie bait tank, turbo fins, wheele cart, rod holders and more. $1700. I wish I'd came across this when I got mine.

08-30-2011, 08:44 PM	#12
ChefT Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: SD Posts: 216	275 here.... On a calm day or in the bay I can stand up and paddle on my Outback....

09-01-2011, 07:19 PM	#15
Matar I am just me. Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Lake Forest Posts: 135	Love it. I have plenty of room with it being stable. Nice high sides small enough to turn in a small area and keeps my fat ass sitting high and dry. A little slower then the long sleek ones but hew I can't have everything. But most of all I like being more stable and able to move around and stretch out after being not the water for hours.