Next Adventure Summer Splash Demo Day!

Hobie will have the following 2013 models available to test ride at the Summer Splash;
Sport
Outback
Outfitter
Oasis
Revolution 11
Revolution 13
Tandem Island (if craig and Jammer aren't using )
I9
Pro Angler 12

See ya Saturday!

Hobie will have the following 2013 models available to test ride at the Summer Splash;
Sport
Outback
Outfitter
Oasis
Revolution 11
Revolution 13
Tandem Island (if craig and Jammer aren't using )
I9
Pro Angler 12

See ya Saturday!

Do you have to reserve a time for the Tandem Island?

Hobie will have the following 2013 models available to test ride at the Summer Splash;
Sport
Outback
Outfitter
Oasis
Revolution 11
Revolution 13
Tandem Island (if craig and Jammer aren't using )
I9
Pro Angler 12

See ya Saturday!

Do you have to reserve a time for the Tandem Island?

Nope, just show up and we'll put you in it ASAP. Its a wet ride, but a really fun ride.

Would somebody please let me know how the 2013 Outback compares to the 2012?

You know, since I'm going to win one at ORC  

I'm in the market for a new SOT or two... I am looking forward to this event and would like to see some of the boats you guys have already rigged up. From what I've read Hobie is the boat of choice, but I'm open to any and all suggestions.
I hope to meet some of you guys tomorrow ,  - Rob

       My wife, Lori, and I would like to offer a huge shout out of thanks to Next Adventure for putting on their Summer Splash Demo Day. If you are new to kayaking or just wanted to try out a few different models --this was the time.
       Making the 150 mile drive down to Portland, early Saturday morning, was pleasant enough. Not a bunch of traffic at all. We stopped at Next Adventure 1st. Needed to get the wife an upgrade on immersion gear. The staff was very helpful steering her to the right stuff to fill her needs. We also got a couple of matching shirts--a girl thing I guess--that are real nice. And had a couple of hot dogs for energy. Very tasty dogs.
        Finally we make it down to Sellwood Riverfront Park (I might have taken a few wrong turns on the way). We got all signed in, then went down to the water to check it out. All sorts of people -young and old --are out on various kayaks and SUP's. And having a great time. Only a few yahoo's fell in the water that we saw. After meeting and greeting several old salts we both gear up and Lori got to try out a Revo 11. She absolutely loved it. Guess who's going shopping soon ? (Can't quite afford it right now.) It's the same boat our son, "catch", bought last weekend.
        One of the highlights of my wife's day was when we saw Jammer down on the dock. She wasn't really paying attention when suddenly she hears her name called out and Micheal greets her with a warm smile and a big-ol-hug. She thought it was pretty special that he acknowledged her before he paid me any attention at all. So for that --thanks Mike.
         When we got off the water --we met up with our youngest son and had some lunch and adult libations. Got to meet his new girlfriend and then said good-by.
        We had an Outback and Native Ultimate 12 with us so we wanted to try Merwin Lake for a while. We got there a little after 6:30 and geared up to try drowning some worms. It's a pretty  lake and even though we didn't connect it's always nice to fish new water. And we had a good time watching some eagles dancing and spending quality time together on the water. Finally got home about 11:30.
        We had a great day together. Thanks again to Next Adventure for putting on the demo day and providing so many folks the opportunity to share our passion. You guys are awesome.

              One of the highlights of my wife's day was when we saw Jammer down on the dock. She wasn't really paying attention when suddenly she hears her name called out and Micheal greets her with a warm smile and a big-ol-hug. She thought it was pretty special that he acknowledged her before he paid me any attention at all. So for that --thanks Mike.
 

Thanks for the shout out buddy. It was nice having you guys make it down to Portland. Lori looked shocked when I said her name. Good to see you guys.
Thanks man!

Wish i coulda made it for this..wife kinda interested in SUP. Great Outdoor GPS segment for sure ,Jammer....surprised Owin and Cody dont already own  Hobies.

It was a great day! I paddled around Ross island and back to Sellwood park after launching there early in the morning. I peddled all the hobie kayaks! And most of all I realized that most Stand Up Paddleboards are not made for ex-collegiate offensive lineman, or I am not made for them! Either way it was a great day to learn what I should and should not be saving my money for ! Big thanks to Jake and all the folks at Next Adventure for putting this on!!!

I'll second all the praises!

I had a great time talking with all the reps and other NWKA'ers down there.  Had an even better time SUP'ing and sailing with my two older boys.  If I didn't have so many other hobbies and obligations, I could see picking up some new toys.

THANKS NEXT ADVENTURE FOR PUTTING ON SUCH A GREAT EVENT!!!!

-Spot-

Had an even better time SUP'ing and sailing with my two older boys.  If I didn't have so many other hobbies and obligations, I could see picking up some new toys.

-Spot-

Yes...yes...let the urge to stand flow through you. Come to the Sweeper Side. 

Yes...yes...let the urge to stand flow through you. Come to the Sweeper Side.

I would but it's just so....pedestrian. 

-Spot-

OH SNAP.

Regardless, when you're ready, there will be a special place for you amongst the janitors of Hagg.

It was a great event for sure.  I got my yearly sailing/coveting in on the tandem island.  I also tried out the SUP and I am sold.  I need one of those.

Ditto on all the good comments on the event. I too tried a SUP and learned how to self-arrest after falling in. I think it's a little easier with the SUP although I have never had to do that with the Hobie. I tried the Stiffy inflatable SUP by Advanced Elements and found it fun and challenging. Although tempting, I am uncertain how often I would fly fish off one of these - this is the opportunity for SUP fans to chime in and change my wife's mind. Great experience and I appreciated the chance to check out new toys.