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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: San Diego
Posts: 421
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hobie vs trident 13
Is it worth the price diff to get an outback or should I just stick with the trident and save my money? Im concerned with is how the mirage drive does in the kelp. Also I really like the rod pod feature on my trident to keep my gear safe when launching and heading back in. Thank you in advance ![]() ![]() |
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#2 |
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Waiting to launch
Posts: 1,381
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Use the trident a few times in the surf and you will appreciate the rod pod.
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#3 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: San Pedro
Posts: 694
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i originally had a trident 13, traded it for a hobie revo... hated the surf launching and landing... hated the lack of space... missed the storage of the rod pod... ended up trading it for a trident ultra 4.7 and feel that i made the right choice for me. i want a kayak that gives me the best chance to catch fish in all conditions. my 2 cents, keep the trident... its the best (non-pedaling) fishing kayak...
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#4 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: San Diego
Posts: 421
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thank you for the feedback fellas. I've never bought a nice paddle which one do you recommend for the trident i'm looking for speed and efficiency.
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#5 |
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: San Pedro
Posts: 694
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i like my werner... pricey, but it does the job...
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#6 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: San Diego
Posts: 421
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WHich model Werner do you use i need a new paddle
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#7 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: San Pedro
Posts: 694
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werner camano, i got it because it was recommended to me from a non-fishing kayaker... you may want to get some info from others, but i am happy with it.
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#8 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Nor Cal...30 min from Bodega/Tomales Bay, 1hr from Clear Lake, 2+ hr to Berryessa & the Delta
Posts: 729
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It all comes down to personal preference...paddle vs. pedal.
Remember with paddle you have to be good at multi-taking...if you pedal you have both hands free to fish, cut bait, rig gear etc. Everyone here has their preference. You could also find a number of threads about Outback vs. PA's (then 12's vs 14's) ![]() FFY |
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#9 |
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Oceanside
Posts: 1,469
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I love my tarpon which is similar to the tridents, just not as at home in the surf ha. I dont k ow if I will ever give up the paddle for the peddle...
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#10 |
WildernessWanker
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Lancaster, CA
Posts: 345
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I was always indifferent about my Revo until I went out one day with a ripping current, I was easily able to use my hands for fishing while slowly pedaling to keep myself on structure. If I'm fishing the kelp or harbors, or launching and landing through some big stuff I fish my Tarpon. I heard on the past there's not really one kayak that does it all and thought that was ridiculous, but now have 3 in my garage for that exact reason.
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#11 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Fullerton
Posts: 1,358
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I have a Trident 15, a Scrambler and now a PA 14.
The Scrambler is to throw on top of my commuter (Civic) if I can cut out of work early and hit Huntington Harbor for a few hours with 2 rods and a tray of plastics. Also for putting one of my kids in and towing them around with teh Trident or PA when they get too lazy/tired/bored to paddle for themselves I have had the Trident 15 for roughly a year, and a Prowler 15 for a couple years before that. This has been my go-to for everything until getting my ass handed to me by a black seabass at the Baytubers tourney. Paddling back after a mile sleigh ride and about an hour of tug-of-war (I'm sure I will be corrected on this ![]() Pro Angler 14 is new to me. I am looking forward to the stability (not a problem on the Trident or Scrambler either) and using my legs for propulsion but I am dreading the loading/unloading on top of my SUV. I made runners out of 2x4s to help, but we will see how I do after a day on the water. Also, will be interesting the first time I need to pull it up on the dock (Redondo) and insert the scupper wheels. This thing is a beast! I will have to make a conscious effort NOT to bring along too much crap as it will be really tempting with all that space I don't have on the Trident or Scrambler. Before these three I had a Prowler 15 (same hull as Trident, different deck configuration) and a Scupper Pro Tankwell. Loved them both, but my needs evolved so they were passed on to new homes. Maybe more info than you were looking for, but hopefully there is something you can use. |
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#12 |
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2012
Location: The Matrix
Posts: 643
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I had a T13. I loved it. Great kayak, fun to paddle and great in the surf. I upgraded to an Outback a few months back and will probably never go back to a paddle kayak. I'm not saying that the Trident was somehow flawed in any way, it was a great ride. But the Outback is just a whole new level of a kayak.
Hands free fishing is just so much better. Looking back, I can't believe how much time I spent paddling back and forth and not actually fishing... Trident Pro's- Easier to move around. Lighter. Better in the surf. More storage below deck (Rod Pod!!!) Trident Con's- Less time fishing, more time paddling. Outback Pro's- You'll fish more. You'll enjoy being OTW more. It's simply more fun. Outback Con's- Lots of hull-slap in the water. Not so good with storage of rods if you do a lot of surf launching. It also costs much more.
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#13 |
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Join Date: Mar 2009
Posts: 2,384
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To tell you the truth, it is truly an individual choice based on your wants and needs. Living in SD is a special situation with a protected launch at LJ and a couple of big harbors to choose from, there is little need for a surf launching kayak. The exception is if you want to be able to launch at other locations with less than desirable conditions. There are other notable exceptions: like fishing rockfish is probably better on a Hobie and fishing in the kelp for Calicos is probably easier on a paddle kayak. I can tell you for sure that, as incredible as it may seem, you can fish and paddle at the same time. And just about every person that tells you you need a Hobie to hold your rod while pedaling has a rod holder on each side of their kayak and one hand on there rudder control.
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#14 |
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: Buena Park
Posts: 3,649
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Greg just buy a PA....so you can have the best of both worlds.
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#15 |
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Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: East County
Posts: 914
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[QUOTE=MrM;200381]I had a T13. I loved it. Great kayak, fun to paddle and great in the surf. I upgraded to an Outback a few months back and will probably never go back to a paddle kayak. I'm not saying that the Trident was somehow flawed in any way, it was a great ride. But the Outback is just a whole new level of a kayak.
Hands free fishing is just so much better. Looking back, I can't believe how much time I spent paddling back and forth and not actually fishing... Trident Pro's- Easier to move around. Lighter. Better in the surf. More storage below deck (Rod Pod!!!) Trident Con's- Less time fishing, more time paddling. Outback Pro's- You'll fish more. You'll enjoy being OTW more. It's simply more fun. Outback Con's- Lots of hull-slap in the water. Not so good with storage of rods if you do a lot of surf launching. It also costs much more.[/Q I do take exception to less time fishing and more time paddling. I have never had a problem keeping up with other people on their hobies with my t-13. Yes, there are times when a hobie is better just as there are times when a paddle kayak is better. I will take a T-13 in the surf anytime over a Hobie and when fishing the boilers next to a jetty, try backing up in a hobie, just doesn't work. It all comes down to what you prefer and the pros and cons of each.
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#16 |
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Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: San Diego
Posts: 421
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Thabks everyone for taking the time to answer my questions . Im going to stick with the trident for now but im anxious to see the new ourback. I hear it has a vantage style seat and a flat deck..... anyone heard anythinf?
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#17 |
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: Buena Park
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Outback with a vantage seat...?
I guess you never know....never thought there would ever be a PA17.... ![]()
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#18 |
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Nor Cal...30 min from Bodega/Tomales Bay, 1hr from Clear Lake, 2+ hr to Berryessa & the Delta
Posts: 729
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Was thinking about replacing my '13 Outback for a '14 just for the scupper transducer. But every time I buy something, a newer Model/Style/Version comes out! I was hoping HOBIE would make a major improvement (like a Vantage style seat) to the Outback to warrant an upgrade (though I was expecting them to take a couple more years)!
If/when HOBIE comes out with an Outback with a Vantage seat ![]() ![]() FFY. |
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#19 |
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Camarillo
Posts: 1,491
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Yup that's the big rumor. Bigger than lebron going back to Cleveland. And we know how that ended.
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#20 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Posts: 1,823
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The new trident has an awesome seat. Just picked up a new 13 after sellin my PA and have not regretted it at all. No getting stuck in kelp. No zig zagging or holding a rudder to try and stay straight. The rod pod is sick and plenty if storage options. Pedaling was nice but I'm stoked in getting back to basics.
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