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Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

Here's the review y'all wanted! Hope it answered some of the questions some of you had. And I know I know I know, some of you hate Hobie's, I get it. lol just giving information on the newest one for those who care. Doesn't matter what kayak you have, as long as you get out there and get fishing!

Trey Moreno - 7 years ago

Texas Redfish Hunter AWESOME kayak, now I gotta get the wife to agree...lol... unless your gonna do a give away on that hobie behind you, I can wait to purchase one...and hope to WIN

Mark Alcorn Jr - 6 years ago

Still way too high

TheBigun69 - 6 years ago

Pelican Catch 130 HD......$1499. BOOM !!!

Gerardo Ahumada - 6 years ago

How much N

The Paramedic Yakker - 6 years ago

Thanks for the review! And great shirt! Love watching you and Rex. I'm glad you did this review because I have been looking at getting a peddle drive that can also handle shallow water easier than a Native or Wilderness drive. I have a PA12 but let my wife use it when we get out which is pretty much all the time. Tight lines brotha!

Harold Cale - 6 years ago

I don't like ordering on line for anything. so can one buy the compass kayak at a dicks or field and stream or some where to just go pick up one? thanks for sharing

Texas Redfish Hunter - 6 years ago

Harold Cale no, but a local hobie kayak dealer will have them in store to buy. Google for your local dealer

so amazing - 6 years ago

I got the pescador pilot with pedal drive for way less.

Berserk 916 - 6 years ago

Compass was weak I’m glad i upgraded to the pro angler 14. Not downgrading to the compass.

Chase - 6 years ago

Where did you get that shirt!?

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Jim Abbott - 6 years ago

Have you compared the Compass to the new Pelican Pedal drive yak?

Mark Biggs - 6 years ago

Okay..... you sold me on the Compass!

bob good - 6 years ago

The bungee strap for the paddle retention is locked in by the seat strap. Go with the Ram Friction Paddle Holder. One will work, but two will secure the paddle from rotating. Colorado Hobieman

lobo malo - 6 years ago

does this hobie have a higher seat

mason brown - 6 years ago

Make the diy rod holders video asap

Brad Johnson - 6 years ago

How easy/good is it is to paddle?

Angel Montanez - 6 years ago

I enjoyed your review on the hobie compass. I was wondering on how it'll do off shore ? I fish the northeast. Long island sound and the south shore of long island.

Ilianna Tijerina - 6 years ago

Please make a video for the rod holder!

FlatsHatter - 6 years ago

You have to be joking. 2k for a Walmart yak with pedal drive.

FlatsHatter - 6 years ago

Timmeh2Buck , Another hobie fanboy butthurt. You're only going to see better yaks with better drives. At the same price point.

Timmeh2Buck - 6 years ago

FlatsHatter it’s not too late to abort yourself

Felix HDZ - 6 years ago

So, I sold my Predator PDL being that It wasn’t a kayak for my style of fishing. It is a great Kayak nonetheless but I want a kayak that can get me into some skinny water fishing where I can push pole and it can have good tracking or just simply a kayak that is good to fish the bay. So now the great debate is if to get the 2018 Compass or the 2018 Outback. Which do you think would be better for my style of fishing? I am leaning more towards the Outback being that it is more versatile but the Compass really calls my attention being that the height of the bow doesn’t look as tall as the Outback’s and the weight of the Compass is a dream. Which do you think would be better??

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Doug Mac - 6 years ago

Thanks. I'm gong to get one today.

JW Rhyne Jr. - 6 years ago

Thanks for this video! I am still trying to decide on a kayak! Looks very promising for me!

leo ll - 6 years ago

If they made the price point closer to like 1200 would be better. If I could afford a hobie is get one, but for 2k, is have to consider a skiff or aluminum boat.

Djehuti Ausar Ra - 6 years ago

Nice beats

Ryan Liggatt - 6 years ago

Great review man. You had me laughing at the end about your door.

paintdropper2 - 6 years ago

That's the best review I've seen yet. Like how you show it basic, then show it in use.

Fishco - 6 years ago

Best review I’ve seen all honest and not bashing because it’s the “cheaper hobie” you convinced me to buy this. Purchasing this tomorrow!

Fred Wagner - 6 years ago

Thanks for the info. I was debating on this Kayak because of the price. The only things that kept me from buying it was having to upgrade to the 180 drive and the fact that to go revers you need to have a hand free to pull the cable. Too bad you couldn’t push a toe switch to flip the fins around. Also I not a fan of needing to bungee the peddle back to hold the fins flat for shallows.

Other than those features I wouldn’t mind owning one if that’s what things came down to. Once your use to all these features I am sure it wouldn’t bother anyone. I do like the drop down rudder. I kind of wish my Native had that feature.

WCS Paddlesports - 6 years ago

Great review bud.

Re:Cast Fishing - 6 years ago

I tested this kayak not too long ago. It was nice. Smooth and goes fast. Solid. Good review

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Rick Fine - 6 years ago

what do you mean that it has two seat positions?

Far East Angler - 6 years ago

68 ILBS?
my XFactor weighs 62ILBS, $1599.00 out the door

Wishiwazfishin - 6 years ago

solid review! Great info. You have a new subscriber.

Alex Henry - 6 years ago

Great review, good info for a beginner . BTW, door didn't open till about 4:57, when you began talking about the drive.

Benjamin W - 6 years ago

Do you have to buy a whole new drive for the 180 or is it just an upgrade? Thanks! Great Video!

Benjamin W - 6 years ago

Thanks for the reply, Will do.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 6 years ago

The whole drive, but when you buy it I’m sure you could work out a deal to get the 180 drive instead

filipe - 6 years ago

is the standard drive with turbo fins faster than the new 180 drive

Texas Redfish Hunter - 6 years ago

I wouldn’t say faster, but definitely more similar. Their efficiencies are pretty close.

Brian Richard - 6 years ago

Solid review. I fish an outback and wondered if this hull design is more efficient (faster)?

Music Islife - 6 years ago

Hobie kayaks are the most overpriced products on the market!

Mark Alcorn Jr - 6 years ago

I agree, so ridiculously over priced for there other models

The Paramedic Yakker - 6 years ago

Music Islife the Compass is at a amazing price point. And if you look at all of Hobies accessories, most are fairly priced as well. But agree on Vantage seat and mirage drive price. Those are ridic! But Wilderness peddle drive is $1,200 so whos counting lol

universshitter - 6 years ago

I hope they give a free vaseline tube with it .

Lucas hudson - 6 years ago

Or you could get a 80 dollar kayak with two rod holders and a paddle from Walmart with the same quality

BlackAnvil47 - 6 years ago

$2,000 Dollars too much....

Ashton Maloney - 6 years ago

Yes video on rod holder

gsppuffer - 6 years ago

sure does look like a 1200-1500 dollar kayak at best

Rather B Fishing - 6 years ago

ACK had it at the Demo day. Nice design. Seat needs working. However, I don't like the colors. No place to put a sail ??

Texas Redfish Hunter - 6 years ago

Rather B Fishing ehh plenty of other hobie’s that have sailing ability. This one just wasn’t designed with that in mind which isn’t a big deal for a lot of people I would think.

Bernardo Villanueva - 6 years ago

Pescador pilot is much cheaper at $1600 shipped @Amazon just stating the fact.

The Paramedic Yakker - 6 years ago

Bernardo Villanueva yeah but whos wants to pay $1600 for a turd. I'd rather spend the extra money in tax and the difference. Also resale on a Hobie is killer

AxanthicSurf - 6 years ago

Both looks good but Im getting a hobie.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 6 years ago

I didn't say the hobie was the cheapest on the market. I said it was the cheapest hobie on the market.

Bernardo Villanueva - 6 years ago

Texas Redfish Hunter me neither, but pricewise they are cheapest on the market. Hobbie compass still dominant though

Texas Redfish Hunter - 6 years ago

Bernardo Villanueva not a fan of that drive personally

Cam Kelly - 6 years ago

If drifting -backwards-, into shallow water, can you retract that rudder while seated ? ...before it gets twisted by the shallow water ??

Texas Redfish Hunter - 6 years ago

Cam Kelly absolutely. The retraction string is right in front of you in the seated position

Steven Aleksa - 7 years ago

Awesome review! Do you think this yak would be solid in big water such as gulfs, bays, and oceans? Would love an Outback but the price is hard to pass up on this boat.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

I use it in the bays no problem, I have no idea about beyond the breakers in the ocean though, I'm not the best person to ask about btb

thinredlinestandfirm - 7 years ago

How much do you weigh? I’m 230 lbs and concerned about 400 lb capacity with gear added.

Michael McCarville - 6 years ago

I am 205, no problem at all.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

I don't think weight is that much to worry about, and I don't think you'll end up bringing 170 lbs of gear. I'd test out the boat though and make sure its comfortable for you or if you'd want to upgrade to the PA

Heath Panganiban - 7 years ago

Solid review man

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

Heath Panganiban thanks buddy

BadOldFisherman - 7 years ago

No reverse and hardly any storage for $2,000--- no thanks

Cindy Johnson - 7 years ago

Would like to see the DIY rod rack

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Kayak Hacks Fishing - 7 years ago

Appreciate the overview. I'm in the market for a new boat and need all the perspectives!

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

No problem! I'd definitely recommend testing out a bunch and choosing the one you like the best

Fishing Channel - 7 years ago

great review you got a subscriber

Kevn Peppel - 7 years ago

It looks as though the only thing holding the seat in place is bungee cords. That has got to make for a sloppy feeling seat when you are pedaling. I also heard that seat leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to comfort compared to a Pescador Pilot PDL or other Hobie.

Michael McCarville - 6 years ago

No problem with the seat, does not feel loose at all.

Shane Yellin - 6 years ago

Hey Kev, the bungee just holds the seat down vertically, the webbing straps that clip to the hull take the load from pedaling.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

Kevn Peppel I have had no issues at all. Never slipped or felt loose once

Samuel Gonzales - 7 years ago

Cool video, just pick up my 2018 PA 14 today. Didn't even know about the compass. The compass looks perfect for river fishing.

Samuel Gonzales - 7 years ago

Texas Redfish Hunter Thanks brother, cool channel just found it today you're on my subscribers list. Have you done any video about the lakes in south texas? Spend a lot of time fishing in Del Rio I live in san Antonio so I fish a lot more Lakes than I do the coastline.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

Samuel Gonzales I love my PA, you'll be happy lol

William Staley - 7 years ago

Great review! I love my Compass and I was starting to wonder if I was the only one who thinks this is the perfect flats/inshore kayak. Lots of negative comments out there from the Outback crowd. I agree that the seat is very comfortable.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

William Staley I really haven't seen anything negative at all from people who have actually used it. No idea why other Hobie owners wouldn't like it lol

Diego Garcia - 7 years ago

Where can we get that shirt??

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

Diego Garcia fshfrsh.com!

RedbirdsJunkie - 7 years ago

Can you do a Take 2? I was staring at your door the whole time ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Fishing Is life - 7 years ago

Wow i have to work 3 weeks whit out waisting nothing to buy that ...suck beings poor

GonzCantu357 - 7 years ago

Thanks for the informative video, 2" of water is impressive

weirdfish weirdfish - 7 years ago

Found the diy 0nly thing they don't sell seats anymore if anyone has a jackson silver elite seat for sale will buy

Ben Rymers - 7 years ago

What's the weight limit? I'm a big guy fisherman lol

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

Ben Rymers 400lbs

weirdfish weirdfish - 7 years ago

Do you have any links on the diy

RX Angler - 7 years ago

I think this will be my next kayak. Thanks for the frank review.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

Texas RX Angler take it for a test ride and see what you think!

MDLR Fishing - 7 years ago

Great review brother! It was well put together and editing is flawless, good job!!!

DannyBFishing - 7 years ago

Making a tough choice between this and the outback....2017s are on clearance some places so the price difference wont matter.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

tough choice! the 180 drive is nice though if that's a difference maker

Yankee Tanker Outdoors - 7 years ago

Great review. I’m still going with a Jackson Coosa FD. The drive is awesome.

The Paramedic Yakker - 6 years ago

Yankee Tanker Outdoors i was thinking the same thing. I have a PA12 which is my tourney yak but let the wife use it most when we fish together. I have a Jackson Cuda 12 which I love but wish it had a drive. I think for the price the Compass looks like a good extra peddle yak to have.

Yankee Tanker Outdoors - 7 years ago

Texas Redfish Hunter the innovation in the drive is what sets it apart. Look at the YouTube vids. The coosa and the little brother the cruise (2100).

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

I actually haven't tested that one out, I'll have to give it a try

Garrett Dobbs - 7 years ago

Do the diy rod holder!

Fishing with Tank - 7 years ago

this is my comment LOL. and went fishing yesterday at broken bridge and I fell on a Oyster Bed and cut my foot hands and elbow but did catch my flounder limit LOL

Fishing with Tank - 7 years ago

Texas Redfish Hunter yes it was and I debuted the Hat on Monday to my girlfriend's son and is jealous now she wants me to buy her one

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

man that sucks, but good fishing!

Average Everyday Fisherman Show - 7 years ago

Great review. That is the best one I have seen her and addresses several questions I had about it. Thanks!

antonio martinez - 7 years ago

Well time 2 open a savings account,lol

Sam Chavez - 7 years ago

oh nice! now all the TRH videos will be hobie infomercials .... great.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

lol not true....people wanted a review, I gave them a review

Jose Salinas - 7 years ago

How much is it?

Casey Rand - 7 years ago

way too much

Chris Pinkston - 7 years ago

Damn.....Really making me think twice about my Wilderness Radar 115.........

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

I would test both out at a demo day or something, then choose the one you like best

weirdfish weirdfish - 7 years ago

Can you update seat on older outbacks?

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

yeah there are some diy stuff you can do

David Miksch - 7 years ago

niiiice

MrRedskins0021 - 7 years ago

$2,000? Pass!

the great all mighty G - 6 years ago

+rps13sr agreed

rps13sr - 6 years ago

MrRedskins0021 even better to move it to Mexico or China.

MrRedskins0021 - 7 years ago

Texas Redfish Hunter The only way to make it more affordable is if Hobbie moves the company to Texas. California's taxes and steep prices on materials are probably the reason they are so expensive.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

definitely still steep! completely understand

Casey Rand - 7 years ago

thought i was the only one....

MA TT - 7 years ago

I NEED IT

Norbert Pesch - 7 years ago

Best compass video so far. Do you have any idea of cruising speed with standard/turbo fins

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

thanks man, I don't have an exact figure unfortunately, never measured it. Maybe will calculate it next time I'm out

Fernando Galvez - 7 years ago

No matter how much u talk about the compass i dont see any special about but the brand name, for that price is better yet Manta Ray Propel 12 or pescador pilot,

The Paramedic Yakker - 6 years ago

Fernando Galvez the Pilot is a a piece of junk. The drive on it is fairly noisy and not as fluid moving as a Mirage drive. I think this is also wider than the Manta Ray which makes it more stable to stand in.

Kayak Fishing Utah - 6 years ago

I recently pedaled a Wilderness Radar with the Helix Drive. It's an absolute piece of crap IMO. It wasn't smooth, quiet, or efficient at all. I will be upgrading to anything with a Mirage Drive.

TheBMWBUM - 6 years ago

The mirage drive is so Superior to any of the props on the market... Go use one and you'll see. It's the best way to kayak fish imo. It's the most like standing on a trolling motor on the print deck you can get and still have manual propulsion.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

honestly I just prefer the Mirage drive like I explained in the video, but everyone is different and more comfortable with different things

Dp01 - 7 years ago

You say it’s a high and low position seat. I haven’t seen anyone demonstrating how that works yet. Could you explain?

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

There's basically just slots to slide the seat into, but really, I don't ever see a reason to take it out of the high position. Theres only like a 2 in difference

Tom Bulger - 7 years ago

How does it paddle compared to Revolution 13?

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

Well, the revo 13 is easier for sure, it's built for speed and is slimmer and faster, but you sacrifice stability. So it's all about what you need and how you fish, both are solid kayaks

Fishing Jose - 7 years ago

I like it, except the color.

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

I feeeeeel ya, they kinda grew on me, I wanted camo

mike0000013 - 7 years ago

Yes, please add a video for the DIY rod holder.

isaac ortega - 7 years ago

You had me sold at what’s up guys! This will definitely be my next kayak

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

isaac ortega haha give it a test drive!

TheProAmateur - 7 years ago

What’s that rail in the front of the kayak you use?

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

TheProAmateur that was an H-bar from Hobie for stand up assist if you need it

JOEY ALLENGER - 7 years ago

Will it come in the camo color? And is it ambidextrous steering control?

JOEY ALLENGER - 7 years ago

Texas Redfish Hunter Well I appreciate it man. Just to let you know you make that kayak look good. Lol

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

JOEY ALLENGER unfortunately, no and no. Next year might get new colors but this year is Seagrass and Slate Blue

WhiteLion - 7 years ago

Please make a video on the rod holder. Maybe you could make one for the video and then give it away! Just a thought. Keep up the good work!

0riginal Lee - 7 years ago

You planning on getting the 13fishing concept Z??!!??

0riginal Lee - 7 years ago

Sweet

Texas Redfish Hunter - 7 years ago

How To do it yes

Jesse Simental - 7 years ago

Finally!!! Entertainment!!!

Lazy Akers Fishing - 7 years ago

First to comment! :)

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