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Topic: Hobie alternatives  (Read 4015 times)

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Guppy Tamer

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I have an old hobie outback that I am thinking of retiring and getting a new one.  I see there are quite a few pedaling alternatives now.  What are your favorites if any? Will there be any good deals at the sportsmans show?

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Dungydog

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I've had a Native Propel 10 for a couple years and LOVE it. 

Pros:  reverse (yes, simple/automatic/easy reverse), lots of rails for mounting stuff, lightweight, comfy seat, high quality, great pedal drive
Cons:  doesn't have the cool Hobie name, they're expensive, mine is only 10ft long

Alder Creek Kayaks on Hayden Island is the only dealer I know of. 

I recently looked at the Perception Pescador Pilot 12.  I love Perception kayaks and it looks cool, but the rails and pedal drive look cheaply made and they've already had lots of drive problems. 

I'm also intrigued by the Native Slayer Propel 12LT.  It's made using thermoformed ABS so it's super light, but the hatch lid is small and it only has a few dangerously small scupper holes. 

My $.02.

-Craig


 
-Craig

2018 Hobie Outback 12
2017 Native Propel 10


ballardbrad

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If you want to save some cash check out the Hobie Compass. It doesn't have the reverse 180 drive and what it lacks in a few bells and whistles that the Outback has, it's stable, has a flat deck, comfy seat and you can rig it out how you want. It's just under $2k.


AndyFishes

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If you want to save some cash check out the Hobie Compass. It doesn't have the reverse 180 drive and what it lacks in a few bells and whistles that the Outback has, it's stable, has a flat deck, comfy seat and you can rig it out how you want. It's just under $2k.

I don't see a rudder on the compass. Am I missing it? I'm having a hard time imagining how that would work. Otherwise, looks like it could be a good option to replace my older revo when it retires.

EDIT
Never mind...I see it, Just a different design.
« Last Edit: February 01, 2018, 05:57:18 AM by AndyFishes »


RoxnDox

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I have an old hobie outback that I am thinking of retiring and getting a new one.  I see there are quite a few pedaling alternatives now.  What are your favorites if any? Will there be any good deals at the sportsmans show?

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Native has a variety of hulls with their pedal drive now.  The newest line, the Titan, seems to be getting a very enthusiastic reception from Native owners, they like the stability and handling.  I have the Slayer myself (13 ft) and I really like it.  I think the Ultimate FX line is still made, and if I recall correctly (50/50 chance) the Hurricane line. 

When Mojo Jojo is free, hit him up to go try out one of his Propel boats in Tillymuck Bay. 


Jim
Junk Jigs "BEST USE OF ACTUAL JUNK" category - "That tape should have been a prized possession and not junk. That will be a collectors item in 30 years!” & “There sure is a lot of junk in there.”


Mojo Jojo

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I have an older Mariner 12.5 and a Slayer 13. Love both. Im in the Tillamook area if you want to test drive and harass some crabs and rock fish let me know and I’ll try to find the right tide and lacking wind day.



Shannon
2013 Jackson Big Tuna "Aircraft Carrier"
2011 Native Mariner Propel "My pickup truck"
2015 Native Slayer Propel "TLW's ride"
20?? Cobra Fish-N-Dive “10yo grandson’s”
20?? Emotion Sparky “5 yr old granddaughter’s”


Guppy Tamer

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Got a good deal on a 2016 outback from next adventure. Going to pick it up tomorrow.

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dampainter

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what kind of good deal did they give u?


Guppy Tamer

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It was 1800. They still had a few 2016's available.


 

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