Hobie Revo - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

bigbarrels · 04-23-2011, 04:34 AM

Has there been significant changes in the 2011 Revo compared to the 2010? Getting ready to make the move in about 2.5-3 weeks.

Thanks in advance

bigbarrels · 04-23-2011, 05:19 AM

just found an answer:

Oversized Steering Handle for Precision Control – NEW FOR 2011!
Up and Down Rudder Control System
Flotation to Meet NMMA Certification Requirements – NEW FOR 2011!
Rear Cargo Storage Area
Deluxe High-profile Plug-in Seatbacks with Inflatable Lumbar Support --
Deluxe Two-piece Paddle with Fiberglass Shaft --
Gear Bucket
Adjustable Seat Positioning to Accommodate Full Range of Kayakers
Scuppers Accept Plug-in Kayak Cart
On-Deck Receptacle with Cap for Sail Mast, Dive Flag, etc.
Cassette Plug for Drive Well
Molded-in Drink Holder
Molded-in Fishing Rod Holders with Caps
On-Hull Paddle Storage
Mesh-covered Stowage Pockets
Bungee® Tie Down Straps for Rear Cargo Area
Padeyes
Bow and Stern Carrying Handles
Water Bottle
Three Hatches:
● Oversized Forward Hatch
● Two 8” Twist and Seal Storage Hatches
Two Molded-in Mid-boat Carrying Grips
Low-Profile Working Tray

jorluivil · 04-23-2011, 05:42 AM

Ditto for me on the Hobie but I'm looking at the Outback.....Revo's a little to narrow for me. You buying new or used?

bigbarrels · 04-23-2011, 05:49 AM

Most likely new.....that was my next question:

OUTBACK VS REVO?

stability or speed for La Jolla?

I fished on an OB in Baja for dorado and it felt as stable as my XFActor at the time......really enjoyed it but haven't peddled a Revo yet. Now I'm on an X-13 and so feel more comfortable with the narrow kayak and think I'm going with the speed over stability

Good luck on the OB

twitchy · 04-23-2011, 08:37 AM

I just took out my Outback for its first trip... I have also tested out the Revo...
I was on an X-Factor before and if you like being dry then the Outback is the call. The Revo was faster but not by miles... If comfort, stability and being high and dry are key for you, then the Outback is the ticket... I am sure once I get the turbo fins for my Outback I will be even more stoked.

mtnbykr2 · 04-23-2011, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twitchy

I just took out my Outback for its first trip... I have also tested out the Revo...
I was on an X-Factor before and if you like being dry then the Outback is the call. The Revo was faster but not by miles... If comfort, stability and being high and dry are key for you, then the Outback is the ticket... I am sure once I get the turbo fins for my Outback I will be even more stoked.

turbo fins and sail rudder an absolute must night and day "got Hobie"

bigbarrels · 04-23-2011, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twitchy

I just took out my Outback for its first trip... I have also tested out the Revo...
I was on an X-Factor before and if you like being dry then the Outback is the call. The Revo was faster but not by miles... If comfort, stability and being high and dry are key for you, then the Outback is the ticket... I am sure once I get the turbo fins for my Outback I will be even more stoked.

thanks for your input, I have a tough decision to make in the next 2 weeks

the OB seems like a better fishing platform......I guess I will need to go to OEX to test drive each one....

04-23-2011, 04:34 AM	#1
bigbarrels Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vista Posts: 1,111	Hobie Revo Has there been significant changes in the 2011 Revo compared to the 2010? Getting ready to make the move in about 2.5-3 weeks. Thanks in advance

04-23-2011, 05:19 AM	#2
bigbarrels Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vista Posts: 1,111	Answer #1 just found an answer: Oversized Steering Handle for Precision Control – NEW FOR 2011! Up and Down Rudder Control System Flotation to Meet NMMA Certification Requirements – NEW FOR 2011! Rear Cargo Storage Area Deluxe High-profile Plug-in Seatbacks with Inflatable Lumbar Support -- Deluxe Two-piece Paddle with Fiberglass Shaft -- Gear Bucket Adjustable Seat Positioning to Accommodate Full Range of Kayakers Scuppers Accept Plug-in Kayak Cart On-Deck Receptacle with Cap for Sail Mast, Dive Flag, etc. Cassette Plug for Drive Well Molded-in Drink Holder Molded-in Fishing Rod Holders with Caps On-Hull Paddle Storage Mesh-covered Stowage Pockets Bungee® Tie Down Straps for Rear Cargo Area Padeyes Bow and Stern Carrying Handles Water Bottle Three Hatches: ● Oversized Forward Hatch ● Two 8” Twist and Seal Storage Hatches Two Molded-in Mid-boat Carrying Grips Low-Profile Working Tray

04-23-2011, 05:42 AM	#3
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,855	Ditto for me on the Hobie but I'm looking at the Outback.....Revo's a little to narrow for me. You buying new or used? __________________ www.facebook.com/Teamsewer

04-23-2011, 05:49 AM	#4
bigbarrels Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vista Posts: 1,111	Most likely new.....that was my next question: OUTBACK VS REVO? stability or speed for La Jolla? I fished on an OB in Baja for dorado and it felt as stable as my XFActor at the time......really enjoyed it but haven't peddled a Revo yet. Now I'm on an X-13 and so feel more comfortable with the narrow kayak and think I'm going with the speed over stability Good luck on the OB

04-23-2011, 08:37 AM	#5
twitchy Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 61	I just took out my Outback for its first trip... I have also tested out the Revo... I was on an X-Factor before and if you like being dry then the Outback is the call. The Revo was faster but not by miles... If comfort, stability and being high and dry are key for you, then the Outback is the ticket... I am sure once I get the turbo fins for my Outback I will be even more stoked.