Hobie Compass Overview & Water Test 

Thanks Ryan. We had fun filming this one. Always good to get out on the water.

Hi TomyTek Outdoors, I found the seat in the Compass to be very comfortable. But I do like ability to adjust the CT Seat. David

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Sorry for the delay in responding. The Passport series is Thermo formed and designed for the budget conscious. Produced in sheets and pressed on a hot mold. The other models are roto-molded...higher grade of plastic, more features of the kayak are in the mold with minimal self tapping. The Revolution still shines for recreation/fishing kayakers who paddle as well as pedal. It also suits light offshore conditions being sleeker and faster and dryer in wind chop due to the longer bow. Hope that helps. David

@@Rodbendingsworld thanks for that - very informative - I would never have guessed there was a difference in the manufacturing process. Sounds like the Compass is good for calmer conditions where standing may be desirable. And the Revo for light off-shore fishing where the compromise over standing is better handling of choppier water. Still there are times when I'd dearly like to stand. Thank god for those drainage holes! Its comforting to know my Revo 13 is not redundant although I did wonder if the longer Adventurer (16ft) would be even more suited to light off-shore fishing. Interested in your thoughts. I've heard they are more tippy than the Revo 13.

@@tuberider1171 Spot on with the Compass. The Revo 13 has been my pick of all round kayak since it's introduction to the range. The Revo 16 (old Adventure) may feel like it is a bit tippy to say someone has has used an Outback or wider kayak, but with the use of the drop in dagger board, problem solve when going across swell or wind. And sorry to say, we have been advised that the Revo 16 will no longer be manufactured. David

@@Rodbendingsworld Cheers David.

Is this occurring with two people in the kayak or in solo mode? David

Two people.

Get the larger rudder

Hi Derk, I believe the Revolution 13 will be a better option for offshore, or even the Revolution 16 (using the after market drop in dagger board for extra stability and better tracking across wind ). Are you going to hug the coast or head out in to deeper water? David

Thank you, for replying to my question. I will be doing both types of fishing. One travels less than a mile out to " The Grounds" for snapper. However, the hurricane buoys are at least a two mile trip each way. I had not considered the Revo 16. Presently, I am using a 2011 Trident 15, and I have no issues hauling it around. The larger Revo may work just fine with outriggers and a dagger board. Do you have any recommendations as to a dagger board manufacturer? Thank you, for your time and attention to my questions. Mahalos Derk

Hi Derk, Hobie make a dagger board for the Revolution 16...also if you email me at david@rodbendingsworld.com , I can email you of a recent fit out on the Revo 16 with sail, side kicks etc. David

You can purchase from us, choose the rod holder you like, ram or railblaza etc and they will have a track mount for it. Keep well. David

@@Rodbendingsworld hi Dave how much are the rod holders for the 2020 hobie mirage compass please.

@@pa1264 Ram Rod Holder 2000 with 1 1/2" Track Ball $81 Railblaza Rod Holder 2 with Starport Mini Tack Mount $59 All the Best David

@@Rodbendingsworld thanks Rod can I buy from your website do you have after pay?

Id argue opposite. I fish everyday, so the weight savings makes it way easier for me.