Revolution or outback - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

bubblehide · 09-04-2014, 07:17 AM

The biggest difference between the two will be stability and effort towards propulsion. The Revo takes less effort, it's noticeable, more so when paddling long distances. But hey, they are both pedal yaks, so your level of need for stability will likely be the deciding factor.

From my experience, I really do not like Hobie's hull designs. Their primary concern is that of stability, with performance completely sacrificed. The outback's hull performance is by fR worse. What do I mean, well, try paddling them both without the rudder down, you'll likely go in circles. It complicates beach launches and landings. And, if you do leave your rudder down, it exposes it to damage. So, if you do not have yak surfing, in the surf down, you would benefit from a class, as leaning the right way, and or putting your paddle in on the proper side, makes the difference between a yard sale, or not.

09-04-2014, 07:17 AM	#6
bubblehide Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 552	The biggest difference between the two will be stability and effort towards propulsion. The Revo takes less effort, it's noticeable, more so when paddling long distances. But hey, they are both pedal yaks, so your level of need for stability will likely be the deciding factor. From my experience, I really do not like Hobie's hull designs. Their primary concern is that of stability, with performance completely sacrificed. The outback's hull performance is by fR worse. What do I mean, well, try paddling them both without the rudder down, you'll likely go in circles. It complicates beach launches and landings. And, if you do leave your rudder down, it exposes it to damage. So, if you do not have yak surfing, in the surf down, you would benefit from a class, as leaning the right way, and or putting your paddle in on the proper side, makes the difference between a yard sale, or not.