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Hobie Kayaks / Re: Opinions on Hobie cradles?
« on: May 23, 2023, 07:10:54 PM »


Mark,    I consider doing that, but i was thinking getting the yak on the trailer from the water could be a little PITA.  I do have AI cradle for your model years that  you can have, on me of course.

My trailer has a tailgate that folds down and acts as a ramp.   I just wheel the kayak up onto the trailer, rest the front 1/2 of the kayak on the front cradle and then put the aft crossbar (with aft cradle) in the joist hanger on one side and then lift a little to put into the other side joist hanger.  Then the wheels are about 2 inches off the trailer deck with no load, so I just leave them there.  I can't imagine an easier way to transport the kayak.  I also modified the Hobie wheel setup to make that easier as well.  The two risers that go through the scupper holes are too long, so that you have lift the kayak higher than necessary or roll it up on its side.  I cut those down so they are sticking out only an inch through the top of the scupper.  I also epoxied pad eyes on the two risers and attached bungee cords, so that when I'm on the beach wanting to reinstall the wheels I just rest the wheels own the sand, pick up the kayak and place it on the wheels, run each bungee through each scupper and attach the bungee so there is tension (I use west marine sail reefing bungees with the yellow plastic balls).  Then when I lift the aft end of the kayak the bungee cords pull and guide the risers through the scuppers.  easy 1 person job.

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Hobie Kayaks / Re: Opinions on Hobie cradles?
« on: May 16, 2023, 01:52:08 PM »
pics

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Hobie Kayaks / Re: Opinions on Hobie cradles?
« on: May 16, 2023, 01:38:01 PM »
I have cradles for a Hobie 2020 outback that I mounted on a crossbar that fits in joist hangers inside of a utility trailer.  The joist hangers are at a very slight angle fore/aft so that the cradle matches the fore/aft slope of the kayak where the cradles fit.  They fit great and spread the load evenly without a pressure point a pvc pipe would have.   

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Wanted To Buy / Re: Hobie outback 2019+ cradle
« on: December 18, 2022, 09:14:00 AM »

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Wanted To Buy / Hobie outback 2019+ cradle FOUND, thanks
« on: December 14, 2022, 09:22:27 AM »
looking for a set of these cradles, thanks

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Hobie Kayaks / Re: Why I want to upgrade to 2020+ Outback from 2017
« on: August 22, 2022, 06:58:28 PM »
I have a 2020 outback and this hull design IMHO is better than the older one.  Some people complain the newer hull is wetter as tends to cut through a wave/swell rather than rise over it.  I figure if one wants to be dry then get a boat.  This newer hull design goes more efficiently into weather with less effort.  The handle in the back is very useful, as is the bow handle...remember whichever end is closer to the oncoming surf is the end you want to be holding prior to getting in the kayak or after getting out.  In salt water the kickup fins are really not useful, I've had kelp catch with the kick up the fins without kicking up the fins, but no big deal-just raise up the drive and free it.  I would not land or launch with the drive in place in any situation where sand is in the water (surf), especially launching.  If you get sand (and you will) you are now operating the drive for hours with sand in nooks and crannies..not good.  If you get sand in it while landing, at least you wash it out soon.  Always rinse it very well with fresh water, and after a few days when its dry lube it up (hobie has a good youtube video on this).  Even if you take good care of the drive it likely won't last the three years to the end of warranty.  Before the 3 years is up take it in for service, I can almost guarantee it will require something (probably a $380 spline).  the older GT drives (no pickup and no reverse) are much more reliable and have far less moving parts.  The side rails are great (I have a downrigger and FF attached to one side with plenty of leg room leftover.

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Hobie Kayaks / Re: Hobie dolly questions
« on: August 22, 2022, 06:39:50 PM »
Hey guys, I already had a utility trailer.   So I went with the Hobie cradles for the outback and mounted them on 1x3 crossbars.  The crossbars fit into heavy duty joist hangers attached to the inside of the trailer.  the front crossbar stays in place, but I remove the aft crossbar before wheeling out the kayak, and put it back after wheeling it in.  When the kayak is on the cradles the wheels are 1-2 inches off the deck, so there is no load on the wheels and they can stay in place.  Super easy to transport the kayak now, with very little effort required.

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Hobie Kayaks / Re: Hobie dolly questions
« on: June 07, 2022, 05:22:16 PM »
your right, I'll stick to what I'm using now (the large wheels from Hobie). Always looking for easier but that dolly is too wide for the paths I use.  Thanks for the reply.

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Hobie Kayaks / Hobie dolly questions
« on: May 23, 2022, 03:04:00 PM »
I currently use the Hobie plug in beach wheels for my outback kayak.  I was looking at the Hobie dolly the other day online and was wondering if it might suit me better.  Has anyone modified it so that isn't as wide?  I don't need the two areas on the side to support amas, I was wondering if its possible to shorten the axle and remove the Ama support part of the cradle, reducing the width of the dolly? 

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For Sale / Re: 2 person framed Scadden river raft $950
« on: February 21, 2022, 07:59:28 AM »
another pic

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For Sale / 2 person framed Scadden river raft $950
« on: February 19, 2022, 10:16:00 AM »
Scadden Avenger XX river raft for sale $950.   It has a quick disconnect frame and the whole raft can easily fit into the trunk of a car.  It has 2 swivel seats for two people, but can also can be used by one person.  The frame has 2 options when putting it together with quick disconnect pins, depending on whether you want the 1 person setup or the 2 person setup.  I just leave it in the 2 person setup even when I’m alone, as that works great.  It’s excellent for fishing rivers, the aft seat has a slide out platform to stand on with a lean rail and stripping net, so that person can standup and cast while the other person is on the sticks.  Extras include, carbon oars (not the standard oars), 4 zippers bags, 2 rod holders, anchor and anchor system (can be operated from the oarmans seat, rescue bag, pumps, storage bags, extra quick disconnect pins and tools.  Excellent condition as it’s been used less than a dozen times and has always been stored in a garage.  Google it for more info on the Scadden website, they are selling for $2499 and that’s without the extras I’m including.  The last picture is a stock photo of the raft showing the complete setup, which my pictures don't show.

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General Fishing Tips / Re: When do you upgrade kayaks?
« on: January 14, 2022, 09:36:30 AM »
I love the outback.  To me its the perfect balance for the NorCal coast, and likely many other places.  You want something long enough to have speed, stable enough to be safe in the ocean and carrying gear (FF, crab pots, downrigger, 50 lbs of salmon, etc), the newer (2019+) design is better as it really cuts through swells and wavelets without losing speed, transducer well can accommodate side scan, rudder system almost bullet proof, the seat is very comfortable and adjustable (I recommend setting as low as possible to lower the CG and have the kayak even more stable.  And the kayak must be manageable for one person, including transportation, hauling to the water (get the biggest Hobie wheels not the smaller ones), etc.  Its nice to have a kayak where you are dependent on help from others.  There is even a nifty bungie cord system for getting the Hobie wheels in proper position under the kayak by yourself.
There's a reason where I fish, 70% of the kayaks are outbacks. 

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General Fishing Tips / Re: Fish finder what side?
« on: January 14, 2022, 09:22:58 AM »
I have my FF and downrigger on the right, because I personally find getting in and out of the kayak on the left side is easier for me (I'm not ambidextrous).  When using the downrigger I will have a rail rod holder on the left, with the the rod pointed over to the right side past the downrigger.  When I'm not using the downrigger I can remove that left side rod holder and just hold the rod in my hands with the rod pointed to the left (I have peddle drive).  The only time the rod is pointed to the left is when using the downrigger. The landing net is almost always kept upright and ready to grab in the right side forward in hull rod holder.  This keeps the net up forward and out of the way, but easily accessible.  I always fight the fish with the rod pointed to the left side.  In the case of hooking up on the downrigger, where the rod is pointed to the right, I swing the rod behind me from right to left and then fight the fish from the left side.  Having the left side clear of stuff greatly helps me in landing salmon, keeping the net free of snagging on anything.  These salmon nets are very large and they need to be, but sometimes the large net bag can be tough to deal with while sitting in a kayak.  I will take the excess bag and use a sail tie down bungee (west marine) and secure the bottom of the net bag to the handle.  This keeps it from drooping and snagging on stuff, but yet the weight of a fish will pull it out and off the bungee.  Secure the bungee to the handle so you don't lose it when the net pulls put.  I would recommend sitting in your kayak at home and moving stuff around to see what you prefer.   

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For Sale / Re: 2 person framed river raft with extras $1100
« on: April 27, 2021, 03:59:40 PM »
dropped price to $1100

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