Instructions for a Hobie Outback Kayak

A hatch is a great accessory for creating additional storage, housing a battery, or using it as an inspection point or in-hull access for future installs.

Watch this video to see how to install.  What you will need: 

8″ Twist and Seal Hatch Kit, part # 71702001

Reach out to your local Hobie dealer for Installation support:

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Pure Watersports Dana Point

34512 Embarcadero Place

Dana Point, CA 92629

Tel. (949) 661-4947

info@purewatersports.com

Monday – Friday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Saturday – Sunday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Now you can update your Hobie Outback to make it safer on the water.  Move easily from a seated to standing position with this H-rail Kit that you can easily install yourself. Watch the video. 

The H-Rail Bolt-On Kit (PN 84626104) allows you to add two long, raised sections of H-Rail alongside the seat of your 2019 or newer Hobie Outback. These longer, raised sections of H-Rail serve as a great assist when moving to and from a standing position and yield tons of extra H-Rail mounting space. The upgrade is a simple no-drill installation, requiring only a Phillips screwdriver. Each rail is 26 inches long and is designed with a slight curvature to match the outline of your kayak, maximizing space in the seating area.

Features:

• Easy installation; no drilling required

• Provides 26 in/66 cm of additional H-Rail per side

• Assists in moving from seated to a standing position

• Leaves steering handles unobstructed

• Curved rails maximize space in the seating area.

Available for purchase through your local Hobie Dealer: www.hobie.com/dealers

Visit our H-Rail Gear Page on Hobie.com to explore H-Rail accessory options: www.hobie.com/accessories/h-rail

To purchase you kit, contact Pure Watersports at (949) 661-4947 or

info@purewatersports.com

How to upgrade your Hobie Pro Angler 14 Kayak

Want to upgrade your Hobie Pro Angler 14?  For discerning anglers who demand it all – room, stability, performance, stealth, and comfort– the PA 14 stands alone. There’s a non-skid deck for standing—a huge advantage for sight fishing from a kayak—and veritable acres of H-Rail for mounting rod holders, electronics, and other important accessories. All this on a spacious 12, 14 or 17-foot platform, with no need for a gas tank.

The 12 and 14-foot models are available with Hobie’s unique MirageDrive 180 or the MirageDrive 360, both with Kick-Up Turbo Fins that provide efficient, worry-free, quiet propulsion.

In this video, Howie walks through his fully-rigged platform that’s capable of crossing over from saltwater to freshwater or inland salt in a snap. To view detailed installation videos of each accessory featured in this video, visit the Pro Angler Rigging Series playlist on Hobie’s YouTube channel or check out https://www.hobie.com/support/​ and look for your exact Pro Angler model.

Please reach out to Pure Watersports in Dana Point for any of the featured accessories listed below or to purchase a Hobie Pro Angler 14.  You can ask for a free test drive. Contact Pure Watersports at (949) 661-4947 or info@purewatersports.com.

Featured Accessories in this video:

72020252 HOBIE DECK PAD KIT PA14 – GREY/CHARCOAL

84500116 HOBIE H-BAR / PRO ANGLER

72020231 LOWRANCE HOOK REVEAL 7 TRIPLESHOT

72020145 FISHFINDER LITHIUM POWER KIT

84620151 1.5″ H-RAIL RAM BALL

72023055 1.5″ RAM FISH FINDER BASE

72020117 HOBIE VANTAGE SEAT ACCESSORY BAG

72020083 POWER POLE MICRO AND 8′ UL SPIKE

72020185 MICRO LITHIUM BATTERY PAK

72020176 POWER-POLE MOUNT KIT PRO ANGLER

72020072 HOBIE LIVEWELL XL

72020015 HOBIE ROD HOLDER LIVEWELL/H-CRATE

72020073 HOBIE TROLLEY KIT – TROLLEY READY

72020111 HOBIE FISH BAG/COOLER LARGE

71110001 BLACK NYLON PADEYE (x6)

8030251 SCREW 10-32 x 1″ FHMS (x12)

8080461 #10 FLAT WASHER (x12)

8050211 10-32 NYLOCK LOPRO (x12)

71709002 HOBIE RECTANGULAR HATCH BUCKET V2

72020098 HOBIE H-RAIL ROD HOLODER

72020099 HOBIE HD STRAP KIT (x2 required for securing a single rod holder)

72020014 HOBIE ROD HOLDER EXTENSION

84623004 HOBIE H-RAIL MINI BIN

72020088 HOBIE H-CRATE

72020097 H-CRATE SOFT COVER

72023078 RAM DUAL T-BOLT TRACK BASE FOR SPLINE POST

72023083 RAM® TOUGH-POLE™ 18” SINGLE PIPE WITH RAM® TRACK-NODE™/SPLINE POST

There are so many health benefits of kayaking that you would struggle to find a topic that did not apply to this activity. It is a great way to get outdoors and get your exercise in while still being within close reach of home or any destination. There are many sports that can be done while on the water such as kayaking. This sport has been around for thousands of years so you know it is good for you.

Water sports provide a lot of fun to people who enjoy them. Many people prefer to take a day trip on a kayak into the lake or river to enjoy a lazy afternoon or evening on a water sport. Some prefer to kayak from ashore, some sit on their deck and enjoy the water up close, and some are out at the lake or the river in a motorized boat to experience the water first hand. Whatever your preference, there is a water sport perfect for you. There are so many to choose from you will be amazed.

Kayaking provides an excellent way to build body strength and improve cardiovascular fitness. The resistance offered by the water is great for your heart and lungs. The resistance you get when you go up against the resistance in the water is similar to that which you get in a running position. Kayaking can be very good for the muscles in your legs as well as your abdominal muscles.

Kayaking also offers great flexibility to your muscles. You do not have to spend hours in the water trying to keep the same position because as soon as you get out of the water the positions do not have to be the same. This allows you to enjoy the water and at the same time get some much-needed flexibility. Kayaks have been known to loosen muscles and this can be very therapeutic for those who suffer from a variety of muscle-related ailments.

Kayaks also offer extreme resistance in the form of wind resistance. As you turn in the water, the resistance increases as the bow wave gathers behind you. This is a natural effect of turning in the water. Kayaking is a great exercise because you can obtain cardiovascular benefits from working hard while out in the water. It is also a form of relaxation and you will find yourself laughing and having fun when you are paddling in the ocean.

These are only a few of the health benefits of kayaking but it should be enough to convince anyone to try this sport. You can purchase quality kayaks that will provide you with all of these benefits. Make sure that you do a lot of research so that you purchase one that fits your lifestyle and needs. The last thing you want to do is buy a kayak that is too big or small for you. You will want to do plenty of testing before making a purchase so that you will have a great kayak that is going to serve you for many years to come.

Enhance the performance and appearance of your kayak with the Hobie EVA Deck Pad.  You can purchase either an interior or a complete kit.

The Deck Padding also helps to dampen sound.  Make sure you thoroughly prep your kayak before adding the deck pads.  Purchasing an industrial carpet roller helps with the application of the deck pad.  Apply extra pressure when sticking the EVA pads down.  

Watch this video: 

Hobie’s EVA Deck Pad kits are custom fit to every curve of our kayaks and deliver supreme comfort, traction, and sound dampening qualities. The double-layered, closed-cell foam construction features a brushed finish and is mold, mildew, and stain-resistant. Applies using a strong peel-and-stick adhesive backing. UV stable in harsh climates. Interior kits cover only the recessed decking and tackle trays. Complete kits cover recessed decking, tackle trays, and all the topside features! Available in three colors.

72020260 OUTBACK 19 TITANIUM/AEGEAN BLUE – INTERIOR

72020261 OUTBACK 19 TITANIUM/AEGEAN BLUE – COMPLETE

72020263 OUTBACK 19 GREEN/ESPRESSO – INTERIOR

72020264 OUTBACK 19 GREEN/ESPRESSO – COMPLETE

72020266 OUTBACK 19 GRAY/CHARCOAL – INTERIOR

72020267 OUTBACK 19 GRAY/CHARCOAL – COMPLETE

To purchase contact Pure Watersports at: 

SUPPORT

(949) 661-4947

info@purewatersports.com

Add some extra stability to your Hobie kayak with an Ama Sidekick.  You’ll need to mark your drill holes first.  Make sure they are centered over the flap behind the seat.   The kit has everything you need to do it yourself.  

Here’s the video to watch: 

Hobie’s Sidekick Ama Kit gives you extra stability in rough water and provides added confidence when standing and fishing. Sidekicks steady your kayak by improving both primary and secondary stability and won’t interfere with other accessories. The floats are adjustable to three different heights, and the installation is simple. Follow along with this video to get up and running in no time.

Featured Products:

SIDEKICK AMA KIT – LIGHT GRAY – 72062101

SIDEKICK AMA KIT – DARK GREEN – 72063101

MAT KIT, OUT 19 TI/AEG BL COMP – 72020261

You can purchase your Alma Side Kick at Pure Watersports in Oceanside, CA.

SUPPORT

(949) 661-4947

info@purewatersports.com

Need more room on your Hobie Outback Kayak?  An 8″ Twist & Seal Hatch is a great accessory for creating additional storage, housing a battery, or using it as an inspection point or in-hull access for future installs.  Here are instructions on how to add this accessory to your 2019 Kayak. 

You will need this part: 8″ Twist and Seal Hatch Kit, part # 71702001

Reach out to your local Hobie dealer for Installation support:

Pure Watersports  34512 Embarcadero Pl, Dana Point, CA 92629

(949) 661-4947

Learn more about the Mirage Outback here: https://www.purewatersports.com/1362-17/