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  1. 08-04-2005, 10:07 AM #1
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    My Gf and I are having a discussion, as to which I should get.. I like both the hobie outback and the porta boat(its the fold up boat).. Now with the hobie the have a 2 seater model, so we can both usa it, but she likes the porta boat for it has a canopy to keep the sun off us, but also its gonna cost more, with the batteries and charger and trolling motor..


    What do you guys think ??
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  2. 08-04-2005, 11:04 AM #2
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    I like my kayak. Faster than a canoe and quieter than my jon boat. Depends what you are looking for. Kayaks are light, easy to carry, and holds plenty of gear. Mine is a Wilderness systems Pamlico 120 angler package and it is my favorite fishing boat. It says a lot since i have 2 yaks, a canoe, and a 14 ft jon. There are some 2 person models, but they are a bit heavier and have a reputation as "divorce boats". Maybe get 2 lightwieght yaks?

    A good source for kayak info is www.paddling.net
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bowfin
    I like my kayak. Faster than a canoe and quieter than my jon boat. Depends what you are looking for. Kayaks are light, easy to carry, and holds plenty of gear. Mine is a Wilderness systems Pamlico 120 angler package and it is my favorite fishing boat. It says a lot since i have 2 yaks, a canoe, and a 14 ft jon. There are some 2 person models, but they are a bit heavier and have a reputation as "divorce boats". Maybe get 2 lightwieght yaks?

    A good source for kayak info is www.paddling.net
    I'm not too keen on kayaks, but with this one being pedal powered, I'm figuring that it'll be a bit more stable, and with having a paddle handy also in case of a jam(emergency), I can still scamper off somewhat..

    Besides my Gf, wants something where we can both play in be it fiching or what ever..

    Thanks for the info on the other 'yaks'.

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    Quote Originally Posted by tuxdaddy
    My Gf and I are having a discussion, as to which I should get.. I like both the hobie outback and the porta boat(its the fold up boat).. Now with the hobie the have a 2 seater model, so we can both usa it, but she likes the porta boat for it has a canopy to keep the sun off us, but also its gonna cost more, with the batteries and charger and trolling motor..


    What do you guys think ??
    I had a 12ft p-bote for a few years when we owned a travel trailer, they are a good boat, but expensive, and a pain to put together by yourself.there are more economical ways to fish,but if you are young and strong enough to put up with the hassle, once those porte a botes are put together, they are pretty good, had mine on the gulf of mexico not far from shore in 3 ft swells and felt comfortable, foolish, but comfortable.
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    That's the one thing I was afraid of with them, that they'd a pain to put together by myself.. Thanks for the info..

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