wokka1 wrote:
Small Yaks have a place...my 3 m sit in gets me into areas I can't get a bigger yak either because of sketchy launch sites or skinny water. These are minimal gear trips so weight capacity ain't a problem and there is barely ever more than a ripple on the water. .
Which leads to another point sits ins for these uses have a big advantage in being lighter, low centre of gravity so dont dump you when you hit a rock etc. Easier manhandling, porting or down slippery banks. These short ebayers are not as light, and quite wide and bulky to carry too compared to a sit in, especially rigged. Being able to lift a sit in by the cockpit rim is easier.
My quest 11 is far easier to manhandle than the shorter ebayer. But there is a big $$ difference.
The tarpon and the generic versions (terrapin xl, freak, etc) are somewhat similar with a few differences.. Ive got the specs here if your interested in a comparison.
As far as i can tell the overall shape isnt far appart.. The tarpon seems to make better use of space and the cockpit layout is different with a couple extra hatches and a better seat, and no doubt the quality of the finish is higher than that of the generics.. At half the price and a rudder coming with the terrapin as standard its not a bad piece of kit though. Good luck in chosing the right yak for yourself, and have fun
If i don't buy a second hand Hobie i will buy a terrapin i think... I am going to up my budget but want to make sure i get something so i can also put a fish finder on it and anchor.
if anyone knows anyone selling an outback for a reasonable price please let me know.
You should be able to pick up a good second hand outback.
A lot of guys are upgrading to the 2015 model with the new seat and are selling off their old model.
I bought my 2009 model in 2013 for $1850 from a Forum member.
It came complete with heavy duty cart, anchor trolley, anchor, net, depth sounder, ram rod holder and rocket launcher.
Good luck with the search.
By the way did you used to go to Swinburne, I knew a Jamie Johnston when I studied there.
