2019 Hobie Outback Tournament Setup and Review

[@MrZacharyfive]

I thought about buying the outback last year but decided to wait a year and I'm glad I did. the new upgrades seal the deal for me.

[@jeffgeer529]

I ordered the camo version. This outback will be my first pedal kayak and my first hobie. I’m super excited great review. Glad you did some “on the water time” in this vid.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Jeff Geer that is super exciting man. You’re gonna absolutely love it.

[@TomyTekOutdoors]

Man the new Outback looks awesome. I can't wait for mine to arrive. Thanks for making the video. It was a no brainer for me when I first saw it. I love my 2016 Outback, but it looks like Hobie listened to people and made the 2019 awesome.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

TomyTek Outdoors absolutely. It’s a great yak for sure

[@fredfable5655]

Yes, but they still suck!! They didn't fix the same old issue. Check my other comment on top with a link, please.

[@RemodNC]

Probably the best review I've seen yet of the new Outback!

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Remod NC thank you very much

[@jawjuh1005]

Have the papaya on order. Same question about the rudder hitting with the cart attached. Great Review. Can’t wait to get it.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

JLC JLC I think it’ll just depend on the angle

[@jeffdavenport4939]

NiCe Review.. I got the mirage oasis 2017, my first boat , 2 seater..which I go out by myself, nice to have extra room up front for cooler and camera gear, I leash everything onboard and I use Deeper Pro for fish finder with my samsung tablet 9.7" screen ( no wiring, 4 hr battery life ).. my top speed 6.1 mph

[@michelraymond286]

Very nice video ! And a good description ! Have fun my friend!💙🦋🐟

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

michel raymond thank you

[@berobinson82]

I'm your 1000th sub. Grats and keep em coming!

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

berobinson82 AWESOME, thank you!

[@genom7678]

Me and my brother bought a 2019 Outback and Pro angler 14. And I can tell you guys the comparisons in this video is very accurate. I’m a taller guy and it absolutely feels like I’m kicking upwards in the outback. After about two hours of trolling (continuously peddling), the upward motion takes a toll on my lower back and the seat. I highly recommend some type of lumbar support. My brother is shorter and has no problem with the way it pedals

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Geno M great comment!

[@genom7678]

ive Watched a ton of videos that talk about the difference between the Pro angler and the Outback and you’re the only person to mention that it feels like it pedals upwards. Because this was my exact thought. After a few weeks of using the outback. I noticed the upward motion causes a lot of strain on my lower back being as I push a lot of weight against my seat because of it while peddling. On the PA it’s more of a downward feel. All leg work but more comfy. This video provides really good insight for those who are new to kayaking

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

I appreciate that bro. I’m in a PA17 right now and I love it cause I pedal more downward that even the pa14. It saves my back a ton.

[@Ozzypup1]

Looks like a very well thought out kayak. Id love a peddle kayak as I currently have a paddle kayak. Especially on windier days. But Im not so sure yet that Id like the drive system taking up so much room in front of me. I really like having the nice open deck space that you get with a paddle kayak.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Jason S I get your concern. It doesn’t take up that much room but it definitely isn’t open like a paddle deck. There’s give n takes with everything and you just need to figure out what is most important to you.

[@TheFishingMommy]

Great review! I just got my 2019 Outback in Papaya and ❤️ it!

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

The Fishing Family that’s awesome. Enjoy!

[@PigPatrolTV]

I may have to upgrade! Sweet info 🤙🏻

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

PigPatrolTV I think it’s worth it.

[@anthonymoraitis7081]

Hi, great review, I had a pro angler 12, and switched to the new 2019 outback, without demo it first’ I virtually thought of it this way, I traded off the weight, the room, from the pro angler, for the fishability, functionality, speed, and the virsatility, of the outback’ pretty much, what ever the pro angler can do, the new 2019 outback can do better in my opinion’ so I just love the new outback ‘ all the best !

[@JC-ez9yx]

Great review! I sold my 2017 PA12 for this. PA was great but is heavy as you said. Once I saw the new deck on the OB I was sold. Looks like it will be a perfect compromise between space and weight. I don't fish in rough water, back bays and lakes so hopefully the lower bow won't be an issue.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

J C hopefully you liked the old outback

[@JC-ez9yx]

The only thing I didn’t like about the old Outback was the lack of space on the deck and it was a little difficult to stand. Other than that I liked it.

[@mack1707]

The rudder on my compass is the same way without the piece to protect it. It’s one of the biggest things I don’t like. Just a matter of time before it breaks

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Mack's BBQ Team it’s actually even less protected then the compass

[@JamesP29]

I could be wrong but I think you are able to adjust the pedal lower.

[@dickiehoskins9835]

Great video man! Like the new outback but I cant give up my pa lol.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Dick Hoskins I totally get it. I might stick with a PA myself, but it’s only because the deck space

[@dickiehoskins9835]

@@RelentlessBassFishing that's why I like the pa so much cause the room. I use to have the OB but was not enough room. I enjoy all your videos bro! Keep them going

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Dick Hoskins thank you

[@genom7678]

I also want to comment about cutting thru waves/high wind situation. Since you mentioned you didn’t know for sure in the video. The 2019 outback does not come standard with a gasket beneath the front hatch door. Anyone buying a 2019 outback, ask your dealership about the top gasket. Hobie gave me a free gasket. Otherwise taking on too many big waves this kayak can load up with water plenty fast from the front hatch

[@kirkshammett94]

This comes to the point I’ve said for years and it’s that hobie needs to bring a new kayak to the market that’s a mix of the Outback and the PA. I have a pa and think ima go to an Outback instead. Problems I have is I wish the Outback sat slightly higher in the water and I wish it had just a bit more deck space. Problems with the PA is they are very large and heavy and if you fish smaller creeks and rivers they do not work well

[@danielcuevas1044]

Great job on the review and vid!

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Daniel Cuevas thank you

[@alittel07]

Great vid man - I know it's been a minute, but would you mind answering this: I'm 6'2, 220, will mostly fish lakes and rivers in TX (2-8 ft depth)...budget's kinda blown with a $2.5k or $4.5k kayak anyway, lol, so selling motorcycle to finance purchase. It's going to either be this yak (Outback, camo) or the PA12/14. For me it's about stability (PA12/14 wins) but also not scraping the bottom/being slow (outback?). Thoughts? Thx in advance.

[@fishingwcp]

Just sold my radar 115, was thinking pa14 but now thinking this 19 outback

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Both are great. Demo so that way you can get a better idea of what you like. I have other videos of the old outback, PA14, and the new outback. Use them to help you get ideas for yourself.

[@DarkHorse51]

Great video! Looks like it really is more stable and turns much quicker. How does it paddle? Wondering how good it’s in skinny water or for push poling, I hope it tracks better than the older Outback. Thanks for the review 👍🏻

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Felix HDZ I didn’t paddle it but I bet it would paddle really well

[@DarkHorse51]

Relentless Bass Fishing awesome, thanks again for your honest review👍🏻

[@barrabran]

Great review, is it possible to put the pro angler chair on the outback to get a higher seating position? Thanks

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Brandon Chin I don’t think that is possible

[@barrabran]

@@RelentlessBassFishing OK thank you

[@danielheyboer]

Looking to get my 1st fishing kayak. This one looks good but I’m a big guy 6’ 2” & 274 lbs. I’m wondering if this will be too small. Been seriously looking at the Wilderness Systems ATAK 140 and have demoed one recently and love it. Huge investment so I want to get this right. The Outback doesn’t look to have any internal rod storage and that bothers me. We’re from northern Alabama and will be primarily fishing rivers.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Your best option would be to demo. I think I would rather be in a paddle yak if I was fishing rivers but that doesn't mean that the outback wouldn't be good. You can put the plug thing in the mirage hole and just paddle it. I don't want to tell you one way or the other, just demo so you can make that decision yourself. Either way, your gonna have a blast kayaking

[@gabe6535]

You should go with the Hobie angler pro

[@tylerramsey3607]

Where you from I. Ok? I’m picking up a 21 outback in okc tomorrow as well

[@kfs4869]

How does it compare to the compass? I was planning on buying a back up kayak and keeping it as simple as possible in regards gear and electronic. I have a 2018 PA 14 and it’s fully loaded but freaking heavy.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

KFS 486 I haven’t been in a compass but the outback is a copy of the compass’ hull. I get the weight issue. Same position I’m in. I think you can’t go wrong with either decision but the compass is more simplistic and wider standing deck.

[@openmind6969]

I can carry the Compass non rigged sideways for quite a bit w/o putting wheels under it. But its bulky 85 pounds and installed better handles. The Outback is obviously 800$ more and adds 15 pounds for features. If you want simple and something you less heavy... Compass.

[@johnkook73]

Was the seat in the highest position for this video? Thanks for sharing this.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

John Kuykendall yes it was

[@bencarter7328]

Great review mate, thanks for your time

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Ben Carter thank you

[@rodneyjohnston6280]

I have a kayak but I'd love my boat better warmer and more comfortable I can understand using a Kayak in places you cannot get a boat there

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Rodney Johnston each have their places and pro/cons.

[@bigsmoove1968]

I have a pescador pilot and thinking of getting that outback, my question is will it fit a big guy. 6'2, 275?

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Chauncey Williams it can but a PA14 would suit you a lot better, depending on how you use your kayak.

[@BentRodBassin]

Awesome vid! 👍

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Ozk Fishing thank you

[@drgrubenhiemer]

Hi Mate awesome review, just wondering how tall you are? I have heard a few people say that there is not a lot of room for tall people in the new model. Thanks

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

I’m 5’8” 220 lbs. I’m obviously not that tall so I can see what those people are saying. Best thing to do with questions like these is demo.

[@gabe6535]

You can adjust the pedals to your height

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Gabriel baez you can adjust the pedals forward and back. But since the seat seams lower than before, the pedals feel a little high. It would be nice if you could lower them.

[@usamedicine]

The problem with outback is: it is too heavy when compared to Slayer 10. The beauty of the kayak is a portability.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Загнивающая Америка that’s cause the slayer is a 10’ yak

[@js7427]

Great review. You answered a lot of my questions. I think I will demo it but not sure if I will be able to divorce my PA.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Backlash Fishing best thing to do is demo

[@Shokenryu]

My 2019 compass has that same rudder issue too. Do they have anything for my kayak or should I install an h rails to be able to use that thing.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Shokenryu I’m actually not sure. If you call Mariner sails in Dallas Texas, talk to Adrian. He will help you out with that.

[@Shokenryu]

I may need to add a six inch hatch to be able to reach back there. With a large backing plate....hurm probably looks as sexy as the outback too.... 🤔

[@YakJones]

Yooooo what is that power supply on the camera on the back that looks cool link pleaseeeee

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

josh butler it’s in the description already

[@YakJones]

Relentless Bass Fishing so no power supply is all I could find thanks for the help

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

It’s under camera equipment. You just have to read

[@chriss8718]

Disappointed with the design of the rudder on this version. Major design flaw on the rudder, bow, and the seat was widened, but was the depth was shortened considerably.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

CHRIS S it’s not my favorite feature either

[@K-OT1C]

Everyone that goes offshore says the front hatch lets in a lot of water, like way too much. So much it affects the handling/steering.

[@graemebergin]

We're do you put your fish mate?.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Excal Assassin back in the water.

[@NautiFish1]

Still a Hobie Revo fan but this is a slick yak. 🤙

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Nauti Fish that’s a good yak

[@alecreg]

Will the rudder still hit the ground when unloading with the Hobie cart in place ?

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

alecreg it depends on the incline that you are unloading from. More than likely you will still need it

[@MartinA-hi1zi]

Biggest issue for me is that rudder, hauling out on a beach or lake, fully loaded, boulders, rocks, wind= problem at some point.In that type of situation and my current outback a scuff is the biggest worry.I wouldn't be sitting it on a c-tug or putting a cart underneath in that type of situation, maybe carrying the lifter would do it. For me, achilles heal... hope I'm wrong. Nice review.

[@kfs4869]

Does the 2019 outback have a skeg? How does it track?

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

KFS 486 no skeg and tracks great

[@frankrota2430]

So what is the name of that piece to protect the rudder?

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Frank Rota I’m not sure. I think it’s called the loader

[@kayakuprising5914]

Where can i get that hawg trough ruler?

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Kayak Uprising it’s a Ketch board. It’s not allowed in most tournaments but it is kbf approved

[@travisnunya4641]

Nice kyak but I hate the rudder bad design

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

travis lewin it definitely has some cons

[@yakamaniacs8236]

what kind of external battery is that ???

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Yakamaniacs there is no external battery

[@jackbrick2967]

Would a 5’3” kid be good in it?/ be able to peddle

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Jack B it should not be a problem at all.

[@jackbrick2967]

Thanks for the fast reply! Subbed.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Jack B absolutely and thx for the sub

[@filipe6953]

that 2019 is yellow?

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

filipe the new orange

[@ukspice69]

Which one pa12 or outback 2019

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Dirk Mattin I’m sorry, I really don’t understand what you mean in the beginning

[@ukspice69]

@@RelentlessBassFishing sorry I didn't proof my sentence. If you had to choose a kayak to buy what it be a New outback or PA 12 which one ? These would be the conditions I would fishing in , intercoastal for about 65 %of the time the rest in the ocean and I would be mostly by my self, so I would be moving it alone.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Do you Tournament fish at all? If not then I would say the outback. The only thing in the outback is that you don’t have the deck space you get in a PA, so if that’s super important to you than obviously the pa would be better.

[@ukspice69]

@@RelentlessBassFishing no o don't tournament fish I just want to catch some fish in this life time after this hurricane hits our coast. Is the stability pretty close on both

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Dirk Mattin outback stability is what I prefer especially in rough water. You’re just gonna get wet more in the outback

[@Nathanfox2324]

How did you mount the rod holders to the h crate I sent you a message on instagram the other day from east Texas Hunting and fishing. Can you please get back to me on instagram or KZbin when you have the chance. Love the vids keep up the hard work

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

East Texas Hunting And Fishing sorry, I don’t check messages often on Instagram but I’m always checking comments. I just replied to you on Instagram though

[@histi4u5]

Hey, wheres your PFD? Be safe!

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

HISTi4U it’s a belt pfd. You can see it when I’m walking it to the water

[@lilclm64]

I have the 2020 the rudder design pisses me off.

[@manuelamaza8980]

falta el precio compadrito

[@renealejandro1496]

You dont think its a rip off? They add a couple of mods to it and jack the price up.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Rene Alejandro I don’t think so, and the mods they did is worth the $200 difference. You don’t have to add a rectangle hatch, hrails, or a powerpole mount. All which add up to that price, not including the entire redesign.

[@johnbooneii7057]

Semper fi

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

John Boone II ooh rah!

[@johnbooneii7057]

Noticed the USMC decal on money clip

[@RWoodOutdoors]

Nice kayak! I am definitely eager to demo one. I gave you a sub. Check out my channel if you get a chance. I think you will enjoy.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Thank you for checking out my channel and finding it worthy of your subscription.

[@charlieB69]

I sure wish people would not add music to their videos. The loud music makes me close your video and not come back! When will people learn! I'm out of here and never coming back. MUSIC IS STUPID IN A FISHING VIDEO.

[@RelentlessBassFishing]

Charlie I hear you, but not everyone feels the same way. I can’t cater to people that love it and hate it at the same time.

[@drgrubenhiemer]

I thought it was a great vid....