Adventure Island rigged and fishing

I've been using the Adventure for 4 years so rigging was pretty much the same thing every time around. Since I got the Adventure Island rigging was all new so thought I'd post some.

First thing to take care of was the fish finder. I'd always used the RAM mast mount so that was out this time. Looking around the web I found that the best place to mount it was on the front aka (bar that mounts to the ama). I used a RAM mount w/a 1"ball and so far is doing pretty well. I tucked the wires to the trans under the front hatch.

I did put a Scotty rod holder on the right rear aka that's a little hard to see in the pics. I also added a bowline which doubles as a quick release anchor. I got two rod holder risers to keep the splash of the rods and leashes are necessary. When the sail is flapping around the line that connects to it can grab and lift your rod right out og the holder. I had one close call and they now stay leashed while sailing.

The trampolines are a really nice add on that not only keeps the splash down but you can also put a lot of gear there. I put the fish bag on one and some gear and I don't have to twist around to get gear etc. It's pretty sweet.

That is one fine looking fishing / fun machine! It looks as though it may fly off the beach! Do you have problems landing fish around the outriggers? Nice set-up!

There's two ways to fish it. Either you collapse one ama in and fish off one side or you spin 180 and sit/fish it backwards.

Is it a PITA hauling it to launch? How's your set up and breakdown time? Are you putting it on a trailer? If not, curious to see a pic loaded on your vehicle.

Looks hella fun, I like the sound of the single outrigger...got pics?

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It's some more work than a regular kayak to set up and break down but the pay off is when you're on the water. So really I call it a wash. I will get some pics all on the car. And I do cartop it. I'm glad you bring this up because you'd swear it would take up so much room. But actually it's not much more.

Looks hella fun, I like the sound of the single outrigger...got pics?

Yep, check out the report I posted the other day.

Hey Zee--Timely topic for me as I just bought a 2011 demo  AI in March and am just now thinking about how to rig it. They sure are fun. Where do you plan to put your downrigger--behind you like in the Revo?
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Dang you, Zee! Those AI's sure are sweet looking rides. It borders on the "cruel and inhumane" to taunt us like this. Now I'm thinking about selling my PB, which lately sits there in my garage like a useless piece of stored furniture, taking up space for at least 355 days of the year. I only use the PB for salmon fishing, and sometimes lake fishing. Lucky to get it out even 10 times a year, now that I paddle more.

A local surfing acquaintance (not really a "surf buddy") of mine bought one used via craigslist a year and a half ago, and its still sitting un-used in his garage. I asked him why he hasn't been using it, and he's now claiming its for "getting food after society breaks down and the distribution system stops working," or some other apocalyptic nonsense.
I'd offer to buy it from him, except I think its an older one, and I'm not sure what the upgrades and improvements have been over the years. Or specifically what to look for in the area of missing parts of the system, or parts breakage. And its red. I like that off-white or "sand" or whatever its called, like yours, Zee.

But if the price is right...
I think I'm going to go poke a stick in that hornets' nest and go see if the red AI is whole and sound, and then inquire if he wants to sell it. A year and a half, and he's still not gotten it wet!!!

Hey Zee--Timely topic for me as I just bought a 2011 demo  AI in March and am just now thinking about how to rig it. They sure are fun. Where do you plan to put your downrigger--behind you like in the Revo?
T2

There's a lot of great information on the Hobie forums. I'll post some pics on my solutions.

As to the DR, a lot of guys have been mounting planks across the akas in place of trampolines and think it might be a great way to have it at your side as opposed to behind you. Trolling under sail is going to be a whole lot funner for sure!

Dang you, Zee! Those AI's sure are sweet looking rides. It borders on the "cruel and inhumane" to taunt us like this. Now I'm thinking about selling my PB, which lately sits there in my garage like a useless piece of stored furniture, taking up space for at least 355 days of the year. I only use the PB for salmon fishing, and sometimes lake fishing. Lucky to get it out even 10 times a year, now that I paddle more.

A local surfing acquaintance (not really a "surf buddy") of mine bought one used via craigslist a year and a half ago, and its still sitting un-used in his garage. I asked him why he hasn't been using it, and he's now claiming its for "getting food after society breaks down and the distribution system stops working," or some other apocalyptic nonsense.
I'd offer to buy it from him, except I think its an older one, and I'm not sure what the upgrades and improvements have been over the years. Or specifically what to look for in the area of missing parts of the system, or parts breakage. And its red. I like that off-white or "sand" or whatever its called, like yours, Zee.

But if the price is right...
I think I'm going to go poke a stick in that hornets' nest and go see if the red AI is whole and sound, and then inquire if he wants to sell it. A year and a half, and he's still not gotten it wet!!!

Some really good improvements over the last 3 years. The rudder is the best. Much bigger (you'll give anyone in range rudder envy) and locks down well. The furling system is a little more solid along with a better system of attaching the akas to the kayak. The seats are now solid and attach to the kayak without slippage as well.

If the price is right it may be worth it but check out the Hobie forums to see if there's anything else.

The new tuna mothership is here! So how many of us will you be able to tow offshore?  Looks like a lot of fun.

Scott

The new tuna mothership is here! So how many of us will you be able to tow offshore?  Looks like a lot of fun.

Scott

I've successfully towed Rory and Bill a few miles. First trip $100 a spot!

Hi Zee--I'm rigging out my AI at the moment and am thinking about placing my downrigger on my haka right beside me so as to make cranking it easier. (see the picture below) In your experience, would putting it there interfere with the rudder on a turn or perhaps the dagger board if you had it down? I would be looping the release clip line over the aka so that would not be a problem. What has worked for you?

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That's pretty much how I planned it. I would scoot it back to the rear aka so that the DR line can blow back beyond the aka instead of between them. If I'm seeing it right.