I have minor other kayak experience, but I love my Hobies. Not cheap but they do hold their value, like an AS.
They are sit-on-top, stable and tough. You can get models with a pedal operated propulsion system which I swear by and never at. See the post above yours for a couple of pics.
Easy to find the info, Hobie Kayaks
Good Luck
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The Lovin' Oven is an 04 28' International CCD.
It follows where the F150 Supercrew leads.
"The only time to say "No" is when they ask if you've had enough"
I bought a Hobie a few years ago - can't be beat for fishing. At first my wife had a fit about me buying it until she tried it herself. Now she has her own... going out in them is the second best thing we do together.
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Ralph & Margie Day
Lizzy the Borderline Collie
Old Hickory, TN
Between 'steams...
I have a Mirage Outback, she has a Mirage Sport. I've been thinking about another sport since they added rod holders making it more suitable for fishing without a lot of modification. I bought the Outback for Bay fishing in FL, but have since sold the house down there. The Outback is a little heavy if I have to load it on the Jeep by myself. Still great for paddling around the cove here at home...
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Ralph & Margie Day
Lizzy the Borderline Collie
Old Hickory, TN
Between 'steams...
Like reday, I started with the outback, my wife added her own sport. then i found the adventure island with outriggers and a sail and i got to kayak on the mirror still mountain lakes in the morning, then around noon, when the upslope winds kick in, i get to go sailing.
again, the second best thing my wife and i do together
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The Lovin' Oven is an 04 28' International CCD.
It follows where the F150 Supercrew leads.
"The only time to say "No" is when they ask if you've had enough"
Great boats. Just look at the smiles!
Wide range of kayaks and canoes out there. We've got Cobra singles and a Necky tandem. I am however looking at the Wilderness Tarpon 14 as a possible replacement for us. Bought my fishing license today and looking forward to some time on the water.
We took three boats on our last run up to Teton/Yellowstone. the lower pic is Nanc birding Near Yuma, AZ.
Just get on the water...
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Bob U-
Pine Valley, CA.
The " TinDen "
2007 25' International FB Charter Member 4 Corners Unit
I just started kayaking this winter-in the Y pool! I learned some basic safety things-like how to get out if you flip. I spent a day with an instructor looking at different styles and settled on a new hybrid by Liquid Logic made right here in NC. It has a drop down skagg which is great for the lakes and smooth water. It is very versatile and if I get real adventurous it performs well in white water. Its 10.4 feet long with a closed storage unit which makes it also very good for over night camping. The seat is adjustable which is very important to me since I have had a back injury. I don't know how to post pictures here but you can look up Liquid Logic at Get Outdoors. One of my instructors did a review and there is pictures of it. It is on the high end of cost but I wanted something that I could take just about everywhere. I have been out several times and really love it. I realy recommend taking a class before you buy. YOu are made aware of a lot of things you might not think about. There are second hand kayaks that can be found in reasonably good condition. Like bying an airstream, take your time and do a little research. Good Luck and have fun!
We had the christening this morning on my Pygmy Golden Eye Hi. Didn't have any champagne, so we used Shiner Black Lager. Only had time for a quick paddle around the marina, but she's a sweet boat.
Pygmy advertises 50 to 70 hours of construction time, but I've been working on mine since October, since before my Airstream. More than 70 hours for sure, but I wasn't in a hurry and it was a really fun project.
Best thing is I can now spend all my project time on the Airstream.
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