Hobie Sport going 2 miles outside the bay

[PapaDave]

I rented one before I bought my PA12 way back when, rolled over three times. I'm kind of large though, 6'2" and 220lbs. Way too small for me.

Funny thing is that was the first time I fished from a kayak, and I still do. But I caught some smelt and just doing that hooked me.

[monstahfish]

Ha yeah Dave you are way too big for it. I prefer my outback for open water (I'm 180# and I wouldn't recommend anyone larger for it)but the sport is fine for a calm day it's just not as efficient because of its short water line. I would think it's a good match for someone your size just be aware of the winds and current(check the tides both for the swing and direction. You may want to ride the tide out fish until low and then ride it back in.)

[Tommy92708]

Would a Hobie Oasis be good 2 miles out? I like the possibility of taking a friend but might be 80% solo.

[Raskal311]

Originally Posted by Tommy92708

Would a Hobie Oasis be good 2 miles out? I like the possibility of taking a friend but might be 80% solo.

Just picked one up, that thing is dam stable, there shouldn't be any reason why an oasis can't go anywhere a revo, outback, or PA can. But 80% solo get something else.

[Tommy92708]

Originally Posted by Raskal311

Just picked one up, that thing is dam stable, there shouldn't be any reason why an oasis can't go anywhere a revo, outback, or PA can. But 80% solo get something else.

Why get something else? Is it because not worth the additional cost? The PA actually costs more than an Oasis. Just trying to understand your reasoning.

[taggermike]

Like with any kayak, get comfortable n learn how it handles before you head out in open water. If you're a smaller person the sport will float you fine. Ive seen many guys in LJ on malibu mini-x. With the drive the sport moves better and is more stable than the X. Mike

[Dave Legacy]

Originally Posted by Tommy92708

Why get something else? Is it because not worth the additional cost? The PA actually costs more than an Oasis. Just trying to understand your reasoning.

The reasoning is that tandems are a pain in the ass to use in a solo configuration; I should know since I own a tandem. The oasis will be a slightly greater challenge, because there isn't a solo seating position. You'll want to ballast the front seat to keep it level. Tandems are great for two people, but ideally you want to have a tandem and a single. It sounds impractical, but you'll be happier in the long run.

[walrus]

Oasis for me! 100% solo fishing. Having said that, understand a tandem is not for everyone.

[RedSledTeam]

Have you tried driving the Oasis from the front seat solo?

[Raskal311]

Originally Posted by Tommy92708

Why get something else? Is it because not worth the additional cost? The PA actually costs more than an Oasis. Just trying to understand your reasoning.

It's not ideal for one person mainly. I'd rather put a second seat in the back of a PA then buying an oasis to fish tandem 20% of the time.

[Tommy92708]

Originally Posted by Raskal311

It's not ideal for one person mainly. I'd rather put a second seat in the back of a PA then buying an oasis to fish tandem 20% of the time.

Is it easy to put a 2nd seat on a PA?