Smaller Hobies

[Workplacesafety]

Originally Posted by socal.beach.bum

We all start off in this sport thinking we can't afford or don't need anything bigger, so you are inclined to stay small and within your "budget". But the reality is, once you start going often you realize that you should have spent the little bit extra to get something bigger and with more options. The sport is a great light kayak, but if you are a Hobie enthusiast then you already know that the PA 14 is what you want. So might as well save yourself a few years and go ahead and get the one you will ultimately end up with. That's my $.02

Thanks for all the responses. Bum, I can afford any kayak I want, just want to get the right one the first time. Tony, pulling on cows is a whole lot easier than spending a day on a Kayak, especially in cold weather. Either way I'm intrigued with the idea of being able to fish everyday, and I look forward to joining you guys as soon as possible.

Think what I'll do is go try out as many of Andy's as he'll let me, and go from there, thanks again!!!

[CheapPelican]

Originally Posted by MrM

How much candy can you fit in that thing?

Took me a while to figure it out, but I get it

[Mongo Johnson]

I'm a big guy and the Revo 11 was tippy, but OK. Revo 13 solid, but you've heard guys who really fish and they like more fishing-centric rides the Outback and PA. Then there are the guys who love the Malibus etc.

If you want to fish, get a full size boat and or really consider on-the-water ergonomics. Fishing ergonomics are way more important than a bit of transport lifting as you'll be on the water for hours at a time.

If size to fit in the van is your core criteria then Revo 11 may be the ticket -- or whatever fits like the Sport.

It might be worth considering how much transporting the yak in your van will mung up the van -- even if it’s just good clean moisture when you're able to wash the boat on site.

But, you hear guys talk about water in the hull and there’s always some debris from a beach drag or hump up a trail. You might consider a water bladder to do a rinse at least before slipping into the van. Still, sand and a drip of fishy goo can brighten up the van otherwise. Ha-ha.

I'd agree with the other poster who suggested a rack. They're loads of post on racks. I think Steveoo or Landwhale may have vans and might have suggestions.

A sturdy step-ladder to leverage the boat up top onto a rack and some good cam straps may be easier that demungging the van. I used to carry a big hard fiberglass Tadco and aluminum canoes on a Pinto wagon without trouble. Now with a 6.5' bed pickup and red flags it's way easier.