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Topic: which kayak is best for rough water  (Read 2588 times)

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ling king

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I'm going to be going out of bodega bay and want a good kayak for that. Salmon, halibut, rock cod, lings, etc. :smt001


SteveS doesn't kayak anymore

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you forgot the Hobie AI and TI...those are the best by far


ling king

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I'm on a budget hobie AI and TI are to exspensive :smt013


Tote

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Hobie Revo 13. The 11 is too small.
The Adv is a bit tippy if you aren't used to it but it does track better.
I have both and am up in the air about which one to bring to GS8.
The Revo is more stable for sure and turns better.
The outback is a bit of a slug.
I'll take the little extra speed as I prefer to get moving through rough water.
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AlexB

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I'm more than happy with my Outback in rough or calm water. No, it isn't the fastest or most nimble kayak in the world, but it's plenty fast and plenty stable.

A solid fishing machine.