[wrasseman]

Hi all,
New to this site and although I've been yak fishing for a while in my little SIK (canoe polo job, far from ideal) I'm looking at upgrading in the not to distant future and I'm after some advice.
I'm 31, weigh 75kg, and 5'10" and am looking for a bit of an alrounder I guess. I really like the idea of the Hobies but they're beyond my means at present so I'm looking at something under $1500, (as far under as I can) that I can use for spinning/trolling on large rivers, lakes, estuaries and inshore waters that can handle a bit of chop and swell.
Any advice and opinions on the various options appreciated.
Cheers
col.

 

[Scott]

Col, when are you down in Hobart next? It would give you a chance to test paddle my P15, Sam's new espri and Blaens Hobie. Fellow SFT and now AKFF member Vertigrator has ordered or is about to order a P13 so it would give you a chance to test paddle some of the most popular fishing yaks side by side to let you make a decision.

Catch ya Scott

 

[wrasseman]

That would be great, just don't know when I'll be able to get down there, full days off are a rarity.
Cheers
Col.

 

[Peril]

Welcome Col.

Have a look at the Viking Espri. You should be able to kit one out fully for less than $1500.

 

[PoddyMullet]

G Day Col, Number 6(?) getting the flick? If ya need a hand getting something organised from Melb give us a yell. Some good 2nd hand deals appear from time to time, and anaconda seem to sell Scupper Pro's cheap at times.

 

[wrasseman]

Hi Poddy,
Yep time for an upgrade, number 4 (not 6) is on the way out. Still a few months away but time to start looking around. The Espri looks like it might be a goer at present.
Cheers
Col.

 

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[Blaen]

Col, when are you down in Hobart next? It would give you a chance to test paddle my P15, Sam's new espri and Blaens Hobie. Fellow SFT and now AKFF member Vertigrator has ordered or is about to order a P13 so it would give you a chance to test paddle some of the most popular fishing yaks side by side to let you make a decision.

Catch ya Scott

Happy to let take the Hobie Outback for a test pedal Col, PM with when you are old Hobart Town next?

 

[wrasseman]

Happy to let take the Hobie Outback for a test pedal Col, PM with when you are old Hobart Town next?

Thanks mate, that'd be great, I really appreciate it, just don't know when it'll be.
Cheers
Col.

 

[Russ]

Hi Col

Look forward to seeing your chosen weapon.

fishing Russ

 

[Breambo]

I have an Espri and they are good. However if you have small kayak you may as well go for the Predator(or at least have a squizz) for just about bang on the money your talking
Australian made.