purple5ive wrote: ↑Wed Aug 28, 2019 10:17 am
Pros and cons on using a trailer though.
your taking away the versatility of being able to launch a yak almost anywhere there's water if you add a trailer, as you would be limited to where you can park a trailered vehicle.(mainly a problem within the CBD areas)
the main advantage of the yaks is to launch in areas where a boat cannot, and also the ramp fees, the fees are now gone so thats a bonus.
on the other hand, getting a yak up onto the roof racks are not for everyone. besides that if you were in saltwater the water is going to get into the car roof seals and they will rust eventually.
Yes, there's pros and cons, can be a long topic on its own.
No trailer atm, as my car doesnt have a tow bar atm. Planning to replace my car next year and will look for a car with tow bar already installed. Then possibly get a trailer.
cheaterparts wrote: ↑Wed Aug 28, 2019 12:09 pm
while it probably doesn't suit you I think more guys will look at solo skiffs or micro skiffs in the future - one of my fishing mates is now dealing in solo skiffs now - plenty of youtube clips on them if you dont know what they are
another mate is building a mould to produce a slightly larger skiff and I have drawn up one for myself to build as a stitch and glue boat
all of these are light enough to beach launch and for the most part car top
Wow! First time I've seen it.
But with engine, I will have to pay rego, maintenance, etc. Just like owning a boat but much lighter.
Also over my budget.
mazman wrote: ↑Wed Aug 28, 2019 10:58 am
Seb, I would really narrow down what you are going to be doing on the kayak and which features are essential to how you want to fish and go from there. Personally I like hobie's drive system which is why I went with a hobie, then tested out a few different models and decided that the outback was most suited to the way I fish, admittedly I'm a pretty light guy with reasonable balance but I regularly stand up on the outback (this is 2015 model, I believe 2019 or later is more stable again). A few of the retailers do demo days which is a great way to test out a few different models and see how they are for you.
Hobie have just released the new 360 drive that looks incredible but is way outside your budget but look out for some well kitted out hobie's to hit the second hand market when that drops. They also have a new kickup 180 drive that will be fitted to new kayaks which could be worth saving for depending on your intended use.
What tipped the balance for you to decide outback instead of PA or even revolution. Did you also try and compare native kayaks?
Most reviews say slayer13 vs outback, kinda the same level.
Outback is 13' isn't it?
Honestly I just want a stable kayak (with reverse ability) to fish as a top priority. Then space. Speed, length and maneuverability are the least.
I'll be using it the same as you're doing, a bit of bay, rivers for bream/cod and some lakes.