NEW Hobie Tandem Island: Sail Rigging, Adding Rod Holders, & Instructional Tutorial

[@KayakDIY]

*PRODUCTS SHOWN IN VIDEO:* Online Hobie Kayak Dealer: ecofishingshop.com/pages/search-results-page?q=hobie&page=1&rb_vendor=Hobie&rb_price=961%2C5499%7C10.9900%2C5499.0000&aff=20 Railblaza Mount For Hobie TI AKAs: amzn.to/2oGBR3M Railblaza Camera Boom: amzn.to/2CP6skS Railblaza Rod Tube: goo.gl/V7NEFi GoPros: amzn.to/2CQMo1r Lowrance FishFinders: amzn.to/2oKqFDA BerleyPro FishFinder Accessories: amzn.to/2CO516j Hobie TI Kayak Cart: amzn.to/2CP95mR Hobie TI Cart Cradle Adapter: amzn.to/2F3rP3X Alternative Cart (BONNLO): amzn.to/2GT7aQy Alternative Cart (C-TUG): amzn.to/2FHafDJ Hobie Spinnaker Sails (For Low WInd): amzn.to/2oHFw1y Motor Kits For Hobie Kayaks: bit.ly/BixpyMotorKits *HOBIE TANDEM ISLAND SPECIFICATIONS:* Length: 18 ft. 6 in. / 5.64 m Width: 30 in / 76.2 cm Width (Amas In): 4 ft. / 1.22 m Width (Amas Out): 10 ft / 3.05 m Mast Height: 18 ft / 5.49 m Sail Area: 90 ft (squared) / 8.4 m (squared) Weight: 124 lbs hull weight, 190 lbs with seats/drives/sail/amas Capacity: 600 lb / 272.16 kg Paddlers: 2 - Tandem Type of Kayak: Sit-on-Top Hatches Included: 4 Material: Polyethelene *ABOUT VIDEO:* In this video I go over the Hobie Tandem Island (latest hull design) and how easy it is to sail. My goal of the video was to make it less intimidating. I had no sailing knowledge prior to buying this and quickly learned the basics. I discuss basic operation of craft, rigging lines, trampolines, and adding rod holders. Just get out on the water with one and you will quickly learn how to maneuver it. No one taught me and I figured out quick. Don't be intimidated just because you lack sailing knowledge. This is like sailing for dummies. Haha.

[@KayakDIY]

I don't use the optional spinnaker sail sold separately. However, in really low wind conditions a spinnaker could maybe be useful. Here is the Hobie spinnaker sail kits (Ti and Ai) if you are interested: amzn.to/2oHFw1y

[@jimfisk4923]

I absolutely love this kayak. Someday getting one.

[@khalid666]

Great explanation. I wish youtube recommended this video sooner

[@KayakDIY]

khalid666 thanks. Wish they would too. 😂

[@princessdoddie]

Cool, thank you. I'm contemplating getting one of these bad boys...you've made it sooo easy to understand the workings of this boat.

[@KayakDIY]

Glad I could take the mystery out of it. Really don’t need to know anything about sailing. I bought it with no sailing knowledge and did 12 miles on first day easily. Feel free to reach out if you have further questions.

[@uncle0eric]

Love mine. Can't recommend it highly enough.

[@Sail2spear]

Great video , I did a walkthrough of my hobie adventure island but I think I like yours better , we’ll done champ , gunna get myself a couple of rail mounts too, thanks for the video

[@GetOutTheHouseGoFish]

Would love to get one of these one day. You did a great job explaining everything.

[@KayakDIY]

GetOutTheHouseGoFish thanks. Glad it was helpful. If you buy one feel free to reach out to me with further questions. Happy to help!

[@GetOutTheHouseGoFish]

KayakDIY yes definitely! Thanks

[@stethoscopeandscrubs]

Great video. Love those mounts! Great no-drill mounting solution for island owners.

[@Toysoldier227mp]

Great vid. I have been looking at the Tandem Island and your vid answered loads of questions. Thanks.

[@KayakDIY]

Glad I could be of help. Feel free to ask more questions should you need to. Happy to help. Will do my best to answer.

[@Alsclips2013]

Brilliant video mate! Thanks for sharing so much valuable information! Subbed! 🙂 have a 2014 TI and have loved every single outing in it! Cheers!

[@Gman-qm6bv]

Thank you for your time making this good video.

[@newyorknewyork1649]

What an awesome video! Thank you sir.

[@fredfable5655]

Excellent video!! Good job. Gave you a Like!!

[@KayakDIY]

*Thanks Fred* ... My goal of the video was to simplify it so folks aren't intimidated by the sailing aspect. No prior sailing knowledge is needed. It is literally sailing for dummies. I had no sailing experience and first day out did 12+ miles. Hobie Tandem Island makes it really easy. If anyone has questions just ask and I will do my best to answer. (Sincerely, Justin aka KayakDIY)

[@PabloTaboadaNYC]

Excellent video!! truly a great job. thanks so much!

[@KayakDIY]

Pablo Taboada thanks for stopping by the channel! 😃👍

[@cherylolsen4420]

Thank you! Very helpful review. Cheers :)

[@KayakDIY]

Thanks Cheryl! Hopefully for some it makes the mysteries of sailing less intimidating. This craft is like sailing for dummies. I had no previous sailing experience and on day 1 I put 12 miles on it!

[@BarryAdams777]

Very informative!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@KayakDIY]

Barry Adams thanks for watching the Channel! 🙂👍

[@SAKKAMAKAKKA]

Is it possible to Get some sort of cover so you can store all the camping gear in the front and not take in any water ?

[@KayakDIY]

We just use Home Depot sealed plastic containers. It actually worked well.

Well done. Very helpful! Can you properly store/keep the Hobie TI on the trailer (on Hobie cradles) while in storage?

[@mayonski1]

Thank you! Very helpful review. I need to buy one like yours where I can find store or online to buy.

[@KayakDIY]

Mateo Mediario I have a link to where you can buy. It is in the video description below the video. They might be sold out right now but it is the best place to buy the Tandem Island online. Keep in contact with me. 👍

[@mayonski1]

@@KayakDIY May I know what is the size number or parts number of the rod holder mount? Thank you very much

[@davidhefner5668]

I could design and make a daggerboard that would fit in the pedal drive opening.

[@KayakDIY]

David Hefner it actually has a large retractable dagger board.

[@sea-n-essenterprise6188]

Thank you for the video... I have a new 2020 being delivered tomorrow. I have been dreaming for years. I love the rail mounts, but for whatever reason I cannot find the links. Can you help? Thanks!

[@KayakDIY]

They were listed in the drop down video description. Railblaza Mount For Hobie TI AKAs: amzn.to/2oGBR3M Railblaza Camera Boom: amzn.to/2CP6skS Railblaza Rod Tube: goo.gl/V7NEFi

[@hamadal-thani1818]

Excellent video, How did you secure the box on the trampoline?

[@KayakDIY]

hamad al-thani the cooler isn’t secured to the trampoline. I just wasn’t afraid of flipping.

[@oscarbalderas6025]

Excellent video!!!

[@stepheneurosailor1623]

It was of use to me👍

[@KayakDIY]

Awesome 👍

[@minstew]

For transport do you use a trailer? Or car top it? Thanks for making this video! I plan on getting one soon.

[@antoniocanto964]

Thanks for the video, very detail and sure answer many questions i had. Im from Brazil, therefore im trying to make sure the AI 2019 model does suit my needs, as it takes 3 months to ship it here from the US and is quite pricy too. Im planning on ordering one next year. Whts your opinion on targeting big pelagic predators , like marlin or tuna over 80kg in on of those?

[@KayakDIY]

The single person Adventure Island (AI 2019) has a weight capacity of 181.44kg. That will leave you with only 101.44kg left. So depending on your weight and your fishing gear you would be near or over that capacity. Now if most of the time you plan to target smaller species then the AI is awesome and might suit your needs. I found the tandem island to be nice when I was on the water, but it was a lot of work to get on the water due to size. I wish I had bought the AI. Most of the time I went alone so I didn’t need the second seat. For targeting big pelagic predators around 80kg you might at times struggle maneuvering the AI. My favorite Hawaiian guys the Uyeda brothers catch Marlin from the tandem island.

[@antoniocanto964]

@@KayakDIY Thank you for getting back. I did not consider the TI, as in my case i am planning on solo paddles. however you pointed out a very relevant mark. I will look into the TI as an option from now on. Thank you again.

[@popcornsamurai]

I would mostly be going out solo but would like the option to bring another party. I also am 6ft 300 lbs. would I be better off with the random or the single?

[@KayakDIY]

I would go with Tandem Island. At 300lbs you would be approaching capacity and could only carry another 100lbs on an adventure island (solo model). On tandem island you could carry another 300lbs besides yourself. go.magik.ly/ml/gufh/ Also look into Windrider 16 trimarans. They are sweet and easy to sail. They lack pedal drives but are very well made and sometimes similar price or less. I have a video on KZbin of one. Also have video clip on Instagram. My friend has several. The WR16 can easily hold two people. One inside and one on trampolines. All these options are best with a trailer. A trailer makes them more enjoyable a easy to quickly get on the water. Else they are a burden in my opinion. I wouldn’t own one without a decent trailer.

[@blackout4338]

@@KayakDIY I'm 6'2 240 lbs, would I be able to sit on the trampoline near the ama's? I can't find what the weight capacity for the akas are.

[@richardkinkade7118]

You mention fishfinders but your link is just to Lowrance Fishfinders for sale on Amazon. Is there any particular fishfinder and mount you have found useful? I just bought my own Hobie TI.

[@KayakDIY]

The new Lowrance Hook 2 5 series is a great value and performs well. The transducer however is longer and requires a BerleyPro coverplate adapter to fit in the Hobie "Lowrance Ready" area. Otherwise, on a budget the 4 series isn't bad. With Hobie kayaks it makes sense to use Lowrance due to the ease of installation in the Lowrance Ready transducer well. *amzn.to/2IPZumH*

[@oppotato5440]

Can you fly a hull with this thing

[@Moedy1]

Do you plan to put an electric or gas motor on yours? If so what kind?

[@KayakDIY]

Moe I sold the Hobie Tandem Island due to needing the money for other projects and kayaks. However, if I were to keep it I would use one of two options. I would either use the Bixpy motor kit in the front pedal drive well or I would get a Suzuki 2.5hp outboard which weighs 29lbs. I already own a Bixpy and love it so I would probably go the Bixpy route. lddy.no/3lir

[@Moedy1]

Damn that sucks that you sold it. Your island camping video was one of the best hobie videos I’ve seen on KZbin and I was looking forward to more. Do you think you may get another one in the future or maybe something similar like the windrider? Did bixpy give you a discount?

[@hing-sanghum5236]

how did you make it ?

[@KayakDIY]

Hing-sang Hum it is a sailing kayak made by Hobie. It can be purchased here: www.amazon.com/dp/B077Y7XKXD/?tag=ytk-20 or at the other links in video description.