Hobie Outback Review

We review the 2015 Hobie Outback comparing it to the 2014 Outback. With Many new changes including the much awaited Vanage CT seat and the new Mirage Drive with Glide technology this kayak is simply awsome.

[@joestanford3981]

Best on the water review I've seen. Good job!

[@passgas4u]

looks good. nice Micheal Hedges in sound track background

[@saadsatti79]

Steering is through rudder controlled by a Handle knob at your left. It's handy... left turns left ... right turns right

[@9Devonrexes]

I am not a Kayaker, but saw one of these in an airport. How do you steer when using the Glide Technology?

[@Omniat]

Looks like a great kayak. Not sure about the bloke in the videos though!

[@sandork.9510]

hi there i like this model but i'm not sure can fit properly..my height 185 cm and weigh 80 kg,what do you think will comfortable the leg position? thx

[@manny4491]

Which Kayak is more sea worthy, the Outback or the Pro Angler?

[@ssawyer54]

i like the color

[@ericroberts3314]

Yum Yum Yellow!!!

[@robclaker4life]

does the seat on this newer model fit on older models?

[@Rodbendingsworld]

No it doesn't Robert, but a couple of guys I know are having a crack at a modification to do so...will wait and see how they go?

[@trolltheburrito5123]

Could this work for kayak camping trips?

[@Rodbendingsworld]

+TrolltheBurrito yes, the carry capacity of 181 kgs or 400 lb enables you to carry the required camping and food provisions for a week-end away.

[@YAKMANONT]

how do you back it up I heard they can't go backwords

[@Rodbendingsworld]

+YAK MAN If you are in a tight creek you can turn the drive around for a short period of time, but in most cases the paddle does the job!

[@Rodbendingsworld]

+YAK MAN..now you can with the new Mirage Drive 180 released at the ICast show this week..full power forward or reverse!

[@miopera40]

the plastic on the older model cracks and leaks badly for such a spensive kayak

[@Rodbendingsworld]

Where did you buy your kayak and how old is it? David