Hobie PA12 Up-graders from an Outback, any regrets? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Zfish03 · 10-28-2013, 09:42 PM

I started with an outback(older version) , still have it and I love it. But I go out on long trips and I wanted more deck space so I ended up getting a PA 12.
The PA punches through waves surprisingly well, get soaked in moderate surf launches. Most days I'm glad I'm to be in my PA but somedays I miss being on the outback.
It really depends on what youre looking to do. The outback will be easier to load and launch. Plus you can take it on mothership trips, PA's are usually a no go.
But you can't beat the comfort, deck space, and enjoyment of a PA...

10-28-2013, 09:42 PM	#7
Zfish03 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Oceanside Posts: 197	I started with an outback(older version) , still have it and I love it. But I go out on long trips and I wanted more deck space so I ended up getting a PA 12. The PA punches through waves surprisingly well, get soaked in moderate surf launches. Most days I'm glad I'm to be in my PA but somedays I miss being on the outback. It really depends on what youre looking to do. The outback will be easier to load and launch. Plus you can take it on mothership trips, PA's are usually a no go. But you can't beat the comfort, deck space, and enjoyment of a PA...