HOBIE Pro Angler 14 - how to load and unload

How to transport load and unload the Hobie pro angler 14 into the truck using the T bone, wheels and a little muscle!

[@george12954]

Thanks for sharing this very helpful video. I have an Outback that I have difficulty loading on my roof bars on a short bed Ute “pickup” Your method with the extender bar off the hitch is a real game changer and made life so much easier for an old kayaker. Many thanks again

[@emilyhawkins5263]

Thank you for sharing this!! My husband’s on nights now and I don’t wanna give up paddling as often as I can!

[@kayakfishingtourspanama6360]

We use these down in Panama, and stock them in our store, Paddle Panama. These tips are very useful for our clients and for those thinking about getting a Hobie but wondering how they'll manage.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Great!! I know the outback is a very popular, lighter weight off shore option!

[@SuperDuty23XL]

Great info. Just bought a feel free lure tandem for wife and I. Same set up; short bed truck and support from hitch device. Good to see it works.

[@theparamedicyakker5539]

Hey Kristine, new subscriber here 4 yr kayak fisherman in Fort Worth, TX. I've been following your tournament wins and want to say congratulations on smashing them out there. I load my PA12 the same way except no bed extender. I think its funny how many men I hear complaining about loading a PA on the Hobie Cart. They all say its to heavy and they cant do it. And then you clearly prove em different. I don't even take the rods out of my crate when I tip mine fully loaded. Its funny how quickly I can get my yak off a ramp with the cart. Anyway, keep up the great work. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos. Also everyone please lift with your legs and not your back. You only get one.

[@kristinefischer2289]

I won’t lie.. there have been times during tournaments where I’ll load and unload 5 or 6 times during a day to cover water and that sixth time has gotten the best of me haha ! But mostly I manage fine! I think my height helps

[@OldLadyAngler]

Pretty much the same method I use. Your height is a big plus for getting the nose up on the t bone. The hardest part for me is the nose up. It's not heavy but I'm short, so I have to lift it pretty high. Still very doable though and so worth the effort. Thanks so much for posting.

[@kristinefischer2289]

That’s the one thing I forgot to mention... I’m 5’11... another gentleman posted a tip for shorter folks on this thread and it was perfect!

[@garymarch4711]

Thanks! I just started Musky fishing from my yak this year (Got my first 44" musky from a yak a couple weeks ago)... trying to sort out in my mind all the logistics of how you do it. Its quite an ordeal gettiing to the lake. I like how you show your rig with rods and all still on it. I need a yak setup that is "ready to go" for after work and on weekends. Probably with tackle boxes and all on it. I have been fishing out of my 14.5' tandem kayak for ages. Its heavily modified (looks legit and works great)... before all the fancy fishing kayak boats started coming to market. Problem is it takes forever to load, rig at the lake, etc.. I'm getting ready to make the plunge into a legit kayak to either trailer behind my big SUV or put in the bed of a truck that I'd have to get. This gives good perspective just looking at the deck of your boat. Wouldn't mind seeing set up and take down scenes if you ever had the time. Thanks!

[@kristinefischer2289]

You bet- I honesty keep most all of my gear in the boat. I can take down and get ready in less than 5 min! Rods stay in boat, soft plastics in boat, depth finder attached to boat. I just Basically load and unload my tackle crate

[@kerrypitt9789]

Now they have Dollies for moving a large Kayak about. There is a lot of advantages out there for small people to load heavy Kayaks! Thanks Kristine!!

[@ernierodriguez3034]

You are a true inspiration to us all. Good luck and tight lines

[@kristinefischer2289]

Appreciate that!

[@paulandresen8671]

Nice to see it fits on a short bed. I really love my 14. I was worried about size , 12 vs 14 , but it really is manageable !!!

[@GirlGoneFishing]

Thank you for making this video! I fish out of an Old Town Loon 106 Angler because it is light enough for me to load and unload car top by myself, but my ultimate dream is having a Hobie. I thought I would have to budget for a trailer and a vehicle to tow that trailer, but now I can ditch the trailer and just save up for the truck and the Hobie! :)

[@kristinefischer2289]

You won’t regret it, it’s the best boat I’ve ever owned!

[@ArbitraryLifestyle]

I'm sure most folks know this, but a bed-extender at Harbor Freight is $49.99 and works the exact same.

[@TWC6724]

It’s funny, I hear so many guys gripe about the weight of this boat yet you make it look easy 😂😂😂

[@keystonedaytrip238]

Good stuff , many injuries surrounding kayaking involve loading & unloading ; especially if alone. This was informative , thanks for sharing 👍

[@mattsloan32]

Love my T bone. 3 inch pipe insulation fits it perfectly to protect your boat or board.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Great idea!

[@MSmith-jf5wo]

Good advice, Kristine... Especially if you have a truck. Me, being a "Macho-Guy" (at 6'4" & 210# Haha!), thought I could just "man-handle" my Titan. Wrong...! I finally invested in the Boonedox Wheel Set last year. What a difference a Wheel MAKES! (And, if I want to go back on-shore someplace, I can just "plug'em" back in and roll it out of the water - as I carry them with me all the time! Makes for good camping by the creek, knowing you don't have to leave your 'Yak in the water - or scuff-up the bottom on rocks!).

[@specopscommunity]

A trailer is the best thing you can ever do for yourself with these kayaks!

[@kristinefischer2289]

I loved when I had a trailer, I treated it like a boat and backed down the ramp into the water. However, parking and getting off road was so tough with the trailer

[@kenwilliams2219]

Nice job. I load my Tamarac the same way but it's only 10 foot and lighter so it's a lot easier. Another kayaker from Utah wishing you good luck in your upcoming tournament.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Hey thank you! I appreciate it!

[@matchelite220]

Im too lazy for all that, I just trailer iť in and out the water as if it was a boat. But awesome video, not everyone wants to pull a trailer. Thanks for sharing!😁🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣

[@kristinefischer2289]

I miss my trailer! But I wasn’t able to access a few LBL roads with the trailer on Kentucky lake !

[@kennycrump6452]

Cool I have the exact truck even the same color. Now I have no concerns about the five foot bed length.

[@MrLNielsen]

Your transport method looks like it works pretty good for you. I hope you had a great visit to my home state of Utah. Keep up the fun videos. 😉

[@kristinefischer2289]

Love utah! You’re very lucky to have that in your backyard

[@MrLNielsen]

@@kristinefischer2289Do feel very fortunate with so many different species to fish. I love being 1/4 mile from the Marina. Thanks Kristine👍

[@jdogg661420]

5'11" is not short.. and you are not scrawny you are in shape! sick yak. I want to be on the water so bad.. but its so cheap to just ride a mini motorcycle to lake and back and just shore fish.

[@michaelmooney9724]

Very well done Christine!

[@roaddog1m]

I have the same boat, different color and I've been loading it in the back of my 2015 Tundra. I'm using the Yakima Bed Extender. I also have a cargo trailer that I've been using as a means of transportation for my yak and also a camper. I built a bed and a workbench over the top of the kayak.

[@kristinefischer2289]

That sounds like an amazing set up!

[@glenndaugherity6187]

Kristine Fischer yes I’d like to see a pic of that for sure !!

[@roaddog1m]

@@glenndaugherity6187 I just finished an 8 day (150 mile) trip on the upper Missouri wild and Scenic. I literally got back yesterday. I have some media to download and sort out but I will post a video on my channel. I'll also do a walk-around of my trailer

[@CanVet2022]

I like your KISS approach (Keep It Simple Stupid). Why look for a high tech solution when a simple one works great

[@jeffyount6836]

so do you need to put a red flag on the end of the boat? or a light? while hauling? Loved your youtube on fishing Headwaters here in Florida. Thank you for releasing those monster bass.

[@ncguy6518]

I use the same method with my 19 outback but use the Boonedox landing gear. The only thing I don’t like is worrying someone is going to run into my yak, especially in town. People will ride right up on you!

[@lisao9677]

Thank you so much for taking time to make this video. It was very helpful. Tight lines!

[@kristinefischer2289]

You bet!!

[@jerrywaters4814]

You ever fished broken bow lake. BrokenBow has all kinds of species, from Trout fishing and walleye fishing, cat fishing, bass fish and I’m sure much more. Where I live I’m surrounded by different body’s of lakes and rivers. I’ve thinking of getting a kayak because the Oklahoma-Texas red river is where they say you can catch trophy fish. But you should try southeastern waters out. Being able to pick your poison just making your mind up where and which waters you like to fish…

[@kristinefischer2289]

I Haven’t but want to! There’s a big tourney there every year- hoping to make that one next year

[@zdrummero1]

Awesome job. That is how I load my PA14.

[@edwinflores134]

great job excellent presentation

[@Walt1119]

Great job and video! Thanks so much for sharing with us!!

[@1020Robn]

Did anyone else wince watching a 6k kayak roll on the pavement on its side. Lol. Those bed extenders sure are helpful. So is the rhino rack for top loading.

[@williamnewton4759]

You Rock Kristine, THANK YOU ..

[@tracyjames9629]

Wow you did make that look easy. Great job on the vids too love watching them. 👍👍👍👍

[@kristinefischer2289]

Thank you!!

[@FishingWithBIGD]

Nicely done , thanks for sharing

[@user-gt6hk9xl4h]

Inspiring video! Can't wait to get a truck, ahh the possibilities. 😁

[@darrellwillson5042]

I watched day 1@ 2 of your St. Croix tourney and just had to subscribe. Congratulations on second place, they were awesome videos. Looks like an awesome lake also. Good luck in Kentucky.

[@lhez]

No legal issue with the part of the kayak that surpass the back of the truck?

[@kristinefischer2289]

Not at all. Just need a safety flag

[@greggperry5235]

Very cool.....great area to be..ty for sharing...

[@904fishingmusicandadventur9]

good stuff... thanks for sharing

[@bigmike9845]

This girl is after my heart she has my dream boat and truck

[@thomasjm09]

Nice!!!! Great video lady!! I have always wondered!

[@pitchkapizda8355]

Love fishing girls but when there hot and they love fishing that’s on another level 🤩😍

[@bogeyd2930]

New to your channel but love the content- thank you for the videos ma’am🙂

[@kristinefischer2289]

Ah thank you !

[@bogeyd2930]

Most welcome! Aside from solid fishing and beautiful editing you’re simply very likeable🙂. Makes for an awesome channel!

[@EJBMusic-uw6gy]

Thanks for this video. I've been using a small trailer which has helped but has it's limits also. Where do you store all your rods, gear, etc. if the truck bed has the kayak in it?

[@richardbrown986]

Now that you have had this pa14 for a while , how is it pulling it up a bank ? Couple places I fish I have a short 3-4' bank to launch and I'm thinking of upgrading the outback to a PA 14 . I think i may miss the speed of the outback , how does the pa14 push through the water? Thx gor your time , stay badazz

[@kristinefischer2289]

I love the PA... once you go to it, it’s tough to go back

[@charlescote8391]

What are the road rules regarding loads extending back so far from your truck rear lights ? Ever have issues ?

[@joshcfishing1621]

You need bright colored flag on the back. That’s all

[@judyjost1768]

Can you show us what accessories you have and why you chose those? I just got my PA 14 a month ago. Loving it. glad I chose the PA vs Native.

[@kristinefischer2289]

I’ll do a video on that soon !

[@dixee6498]

What about on ramps with steep inclines where it rolls back on you? I don't like the idea of scraping the sides on the asphalt either. Thank you for sharing this.

[@van_dutch]

Thanks for the video! I was hoping to see how you use the wheels to get the kayak in the water? Thinking of getting one, but the biggest deferent is dealing with the boat launch and all the insanity there. Would love to walk down with kayak and just slip into the water...

[@ReplayFan562]

Thank you!

[@jelly_fishing]

Hi Kristine, just got to see the Musky show where the 50 inch 1/2 musky was caught. Great show!!! I saw at the beginning of the show when you met the guide two kayaks in the back of the truck. Since you are discussing load and unload, wanted to see if you had a video on placing 2 kayaks in the back of a truck? I am a newbie and really need guidance. Thanks - I have a 2019 Honda Ridgeline

[@randyrodriguez9865]

Thank you very informative

[@petecampa]

Nice...but for this short guy here, I use a lanyard paracord covered pvc pipe on the nose of my Titan along with the boondox landing gear...accessories are important...

[@kristinefischer2289]

That’s an excellent point! Do you have a video on that??

[@petecampa]

@@kristinefischer2289 sorry I don't...I'm not savvy enough to peddle my yak, fish, land it without killing myself...no gopros for me...ha!!!

[@paulnokio1199]

Would you feel safe shooting out of your boat? That has the makings for a nice back water duck boat

[@kristinefischer2289]

I’ve duck hunter several Times in the yak , love it!

[@justpassinthrough7]

Nice that is how I load my titan. Where did you get the pads? Great job on the vids. Have a feeling that since the wife has landed a few bass this year and the 360 came out be looking into hobie's for the future. What do you do for bugs, she gets tore up, for me the brave ones bite me and die, lol.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Haha that’s awesome! Glad to hear she’s an angler! The pads are on hobies website

[@patrickfahie8671]

Have you ever done a video discussing your fishing electronics and how you use it (prefish, favorite screens etc...) ?

[@deez1022]

I load my PA12 the same way but zip tied a heavy duty carpet runner around the top and use the Boonedox landing gear keep from having to unload it and turn it on it’s side.

[@BravoBassin]

nice! bet you are building some muscles horsing that yak around but you made it look easy! I have been on the fence about possibly getting the 12 or 14 for awhile now won't be till next summer but the debate is still on lol!

[@kristinefischer2289]

Depends on what waters you fish. I like the 14 for extra rod storage and how it handles big water

[@BravoBassin]

@@kristinefischer2289 Ya that was my thoughts as well is that the 14 has such great storage and space and will handle big water a lot better. and is such a stable platform as well.

[@jeffw3776]

I have the same 17 Ridgeline with a similar rear rack. I just drop in the water at the ramp. The difficulty is the lift when loading without the wheels. Not a fan of tilting my Hobie. Now looking at some sort of crank or winch.

[@brentpurser1621]

Old style outback new outback and a pa’....Which do you prefer? I know of more than one dude who would take the old outback over all the new hobie’s.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Honestly I wasn’t a big fan of the old outback hull- the 2019 suits my needs better as it’s more open. However. Most all times I would use a PA

[@yakzen4120]

I love independent women, especially if they fish ;-). Simple great explanation. Don’t be intimidated, it is that easy with the right set up. Nice example Kristine!

[@joekelley5524]

I just downsized from a F150 to a 2014 Ridgeline (same body style as yours), & I was wondering how you store your rods? I love my Ridgeline but the bed doesn’t hold 7’ or even 6’6” rods. Love the content!!

[@kristinefischer2289]

I almost always keep them in the front seat- or I’ll have them hanging out of the bed with bungees !

[@MNBDH34]

Hobie crate has slots for four rods. Never had a problem traveling . Inserted vertically

[@thedookster4143]

Great demo for loading, especially a short bed which a lot of folks have these days. Any recommendations for finding different tournaments? The tourneys app doesn’t show so many others out there.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Yes! For the local level I would search Facebook “kayak fishing your state” - national level there is Hobie bass Open series which has ten events and the kbf which has numerous events also!

[@thedookster4143]

Thank you.

[@FishingwithRod]

How big is that truck bed? 4 or 6’? Good instructions btw. 🙂

[@kristinefischer2289]

6’!

[@sirronbailey3109]

You are straight beast thank you💪

[@kristinefischer2289]

130lbs of sheer muscle 😜

[@sirronbailey3109]

@@kristinefischer2289 😁👍🏽😂🤣

[@sirronbailey3109]

@@kristinefischer2289 I will be in Hot Springs Arkansas this weekend for the FLW tournament. Is your tournament close by there I wouldn't mind having an autograph?

[@darrylmuse9948]

That’s how I load my PA 14 in the back of my truck

[@ScottLiberty1110]

Just curious, why not the 12 instead of the 14? I have a Hobie Outback and thinking about upgrading to the Pro 12, your thoughts please Ma'am if you have time :)

[@kristinefischer2289]

I like the 12... love the 14. I needed the extra rod storage. It is a bit more stable and handle real rough water so well. If you want the most versatile boat, and you fish a lot of skinny water and small river, go 12. If you do a lot of big water stuff and dont need to portage go 14

[@makingmagicfishing541]

Do you ever think about coming to Cali? Would love to see what you think of the wild wild west 😉😁

[@kristinefischer2289]

I actually have a tourney on the delta next year!

[@makingmagicfishing541]

@@kristinefischer2289 That's awesome!! What are you going to be fishing for in the tournament? Also good luck 👍✌️🤙

[@BassManStrikes]

Nice Cat photo bomb at the end :-)

[@danb531]

Thanks you made me feel like a whimp!!! Just kidding love my PA but it is a little more work than the coosa hd was. Keep up the great work 😀

[@kristinefischer2289]

Haha thank you! I love that boat.. it is a beast but so worth it! I had a coosa for about one month ;)

[@johnjwedrall4290]

Interesting..yes ❗️

[@KayakUSA1]

Great video! Congrats on the channel growth! 🤙🏼 If you are ever in Alabama let me know and I’ll show you a few good spots, maybe collab on a video! Keep up the good work🎣👍🏼

[@kristinefischer2289]

Appreciate that! I fish guntersville all the time

[@redladyfish4201]

This is the same way I load my kayak. I have a hobie outback and it is also pretty heavy. Those tires really make the process so easy. I don’t leave home without them! Do you recommend your bed extender? 👍🎣

[@kristinefischer2289]

I do, maybe you wouldn’t need it for the Outback but the PA 14 it sure helps with leverage

[@gregorybiggs2068]

Not bad. A longer truck bed would work better. Also, a lighter yak would work well. One that I could use a roof rack - one end at a time. and store all the rods, reel, etc inside my SUV.

[@benrosenthal9772]

Hi I’m looking to get a used angler 12 or 14 do you know any good websites to look at? Great vid!

[@kristinefischer2289]

Yes! Check Facebook market place. Kayak buy sell trade etc.

[@Dave-jo1hf]

5'11" ? Your an Amazon Warrior Princess lol

[@ReelJedi]

Subbed

[@HookLineandKyleP]

That's a great idea! Great vieos

[@BassWhoopinFishingTeam]

Can you show me the easiest way to steal your heart? Wow that was corny i'll stop now. Sweet rig though! I have a Jackson Cuda HD and i load and unload mine the same way into my 2019 Toyota Tundra. Having a truck is definitely easier. Unless it has a massive lift kit on it haha

[@kristinefischer2289]

😂😂😂😂 thanks for that!

[@chungpham4592]

That's exactly how I load my PA 14! Haha

[@kristinefischer2289]

It’s the best way!

[@chungpham4592]

@@kristinefischer2289 What's funny is that I also have a ridgeline! Mine's an 06.

[@kf4293]

Guess this is great _if_ you have a truck. I also love how $250 "isn't bad" for an accessory? 🤣😂🤣😂 So, what nursery can I order *my* money tree from?

[@jadeshand2990]

I shied away from a PA 14 bc I didn’t think I could handle it. I should have watched this. Hey Kristine, did you play basketball in school?

[@kristinefischer2289]

Volleyball

[@jadeshand2990]

My 2nd choice!😜

[@viathan5637]

The exact same truck I got wow.

[@juanmanuelmolina9818]

How do you secure your PA14 from being stolen while it’s on your truck? Thanks.

[@kristinefischer2289]

If I stay at a hotel, I put the cover on, back it up against a bush, and put too much good faith into the people of the world.

[@kristinefischer2289]

Some guys use a locking cable, but in all honesty, if somebody wants to steal your boat they will. Getting insurance is the best bet !

[@davidpickens6916]

Do you run lights at the end of the boat along with a flag?

[@TheFishingMommy]

You are 5’11”??!! Oh my god will we make the best pictures together 😂 we’ll be the number 10. I’m 5’1” and the complete opposite body type to yours. Really glad you did this video! I know I’m going to end up with a PA14 one of these days, especially now that there’s the 360 drive. Along with that I’m gonna need to buy a truck and of course the bed extender. So pretty much it’s gonna be like a $50,000 kayak 😂😂😂

[@kristinefischer2289]

Haha yes! 5’11 since 7th grade ! Sounds like a sweet Set up! ;)

[@edgars00789]

I really wish you could help me out on completing my dream

[@stevenorby9945]

Use the bungee method to pull the wheels up into the scuppers. Then you don't have to roll the boat over.

[@JohnAmes]

Have a great day my friend

[@flyslinger2]

What Hobie do you use on the Susqy?

[@kristinefischer2289]

My PA 14 360

[@flyslinger2]

@@kristinefischer2289 bottom out much? And I like your full body hook sets. When the rods are shaking the water is quaking! Sounds like a line for a song!

[@bradleyrussell1973]

Much easier when you pull down the ramp forwards.

[@yingchang7939]

这样可以吗？马里兰州好象不可以这样，我英语不好！你可以帮我问问吗？马里兰州是否可以这样上高速公路？

[@wadesimpson7236]

Do you ever fish the Pacific Northwest { oregon area }?

[@johnkim3056]

How come you keep flicking us off? Haha

[@richardbrown986]

She will let you hold here big fish 😂🤣😅😂🤣..... refer to her big bass video

[@markchambers1604]

❤️❤️❤️👍🏻

[@55Dag]

That barely fits even with the T-bone. lol. Have you thought about getting a trailer? I used to load and unload my pdl from my truck but I got lucky and got a jet ski trailer for free. Its soooo much easier.

[@kristinefischer2289]

I used a trailer last year, loved it. However, many of the ramps I used on Toledo KY etc, it was real tough maneuvering a trailer

[@pernamore4224]

I call my PA "The Bismarck"

[@romyoverlandingandoutdoors2566]

You’re awesome and cute!!