Test drive a Hobie Pro Angler with WriteOutdoors

Check out the Hobie Pro Angler kayak in action while bass fishing on a small Midwestern lake. The Pro Angler is a full-size kayak that is built for anglers on lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and even the ocean. This was my first outing in a Pro Angler and I had a great time. Its speed, agility and quietness was top notch and with the foot pedal control, I can get the boat moving without using a paddle--only pedaling with my feet. Special thanks to the folks at HiTempo in White Bear Lake for use of the Pro Angler.

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Sports

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• hobie
• kayak
• bass
• writeoutdoors
• wisconsin
• fishing
• hustvedt
• pro angler
• hitempo
• white bear lake
• boating
• outdoors

[CBaughman]

Cool vid...I'm in the market for a Hobie but so far, undecided on the PA or the Outback. It'll be a Hobie though because that Mirage drive is AWESOME.  Maybe I'll get a PA for me, and an Outback for the Mrs. Quick question, actually 2.

How big are you. My interest in the PA is based off of being 6' and 260 lbs....I'm a wide boy :) The second question is, you're movin' pretty quick. Do you have the Turbo fins on? Thanks.

[writeoutdoors]

@CBaughman

I'm big enough! Ha! Actually similarly sized....okay I'm bigger than you but still. I fit just right in both the Outback and the Pro Angler. I like the Pro Angler better but both work great. I was using the ST Turbo Fins on the videos but I've used both and they are all great. If you are going to be on a small body of water, get the stock fins. If you want to go any distance, then get the ST Turbos. Good luck and be sure to mention me when you buy those kayaks!

[boatbros23]

does it have reverse and how do you turn

[writeoutdoors]

There is reverse, it is called a paddle. Having fished out of the Pro Angler a lot this past summer, I very rarely needed to go in reverse. It has a tight turning radius.

Turning is easy. If you notice in the video, my left hand is operating a steering control lever. It is mounted on the seat and is very easy to access yet it doesn't get in the way.

[beginnerflyfisherman]

Great review !

love the video !

just wondering if there are any height restrictions for the hobie ? i'm 6'5...

also, whats the price range for it ?

thanks for the great video !

[writeoutdoors]

I haven't met anybody who has used one that is taller than 6 ft 3 in but my guess is that you'd have no problem with it. The best way to determine that is to contact your closest Hobie dealer and take the boat out for a ride.

Price range is right around two grand. Well worth it!

[22nighthawks]

its only $2500, my aunt bought one , its awesome.

[SouLShakeRProdX]

Great vid man! I just bought a Pro Angler today. Can't wait to get out

[JacksonKaneElliott]

I'd be gettin me a Rod with a smaller handle.Looks a little in the way whilst in the Yak.

[iflydplane]

The peddles are adjustable, and you would love it. Just bought one.