Hobie Lynx Bixpy Trolling Motor Installation

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Hobie Lynx Bixpy Trolling Motor Installation
My project on intalling a Bixpy J-2 Trolling Motor on my 2021 Hobie Lynx mounted at the stern. The following was where I got all the items:
Fast Lane Sailing and Kayaking Center ( www.fastlanesailing.com)
* Hobie Lynx Kayak
* Bixpy J2 Outboard Kit
* Bixpy Power Pole Adapter
* Bixpy Pole Steering
Louisiana Custom Kayaks (www.lacustomkayaks.com)
* LACK Hobie Lynx Motor Mount
Ace Hardware (www.acehardware.com)
* Paint Roller Extension Pole
I'll be doing a test/performance run soon so standby for the video. Enjoy the video and feel free to make any recommendations and ask any questions. Let me know what you think.

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18 мар 2022

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@minh7170 Год назад

Thank u uncle! That is my next upgrade. Definitely getting a bixpy.

@kalanib8505 2 года назад

nice! I picked up my Hobie Lynx last week, i've had it out twice and really like it. I havent had it in the salt, but its perfect for San Diego Lakes.

@jimwoodmansee 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing the video. Looking forward to more videos on operation and performance, especially top speed. Particularly interested in how it turns using the Mirage drive. I want to power my way to the fishing area and then use the Mirage drive to fish the area.

@fishnaddiction5805 2 года назад

I'm going out tomorrow to test it out depending on weather. But will post as soon as I can. Installation was very easy. Excited to get this thing running.

@czwest7845 Год назад

To much draft using bixpy went with TPP! Same Price point!

@fishnaddiction5805 Год назад

I've heard good things about them. Not sure on price point though unless I'm looking at a different one. But definitely curious. My setup has changed alot since this video. I just found that it just adds to the hastle on the point of the Lynx being a quick and easy transportable kayak. I now use this motor as a back up for my skiff.

@TheDarkHorse949 3 месяца назад

How has this been working? You can’t use your pedal drive to position yourself or rudder to go quiet in the water.

@FishingwiththeOz 2 года назад

I appreciate the informative video. Do you know how much total weight is added to the kayak with everything - the bixpy mount, motor, battery and steering mechanism?

@fishnaddiction5805 2 года назад

The bixpy system adds about 15-20 lbs. They're battery is surprisingly very light and have lasted me all day with plenty to spare.

@FishingwiththeOz 2 года назад

@@fishnaddiction5805 thanks for the reply!

@deathbyhook 2 года назад

Can you make a video on how you set up your fish finder and what parts you used?

@fishnaddiction5805 2 года назад

The install is fairly simple. For Lowrance brands, you'll have to buy the mounts from an authorized hobie dealer and it bolts on directly. Inside the transducer plate under your hull

@timleng4404 2 года назад

Did you look at the Newport 180? Why didn’t you just drop it in the Hobie drive? Please let us know the top speed. Thanks

@fishnaddiction5805 2 года назад

I wanted to keep the drive open since I still wanted to be able to pedal when I want to and with the Lynx having no storage area, I didn't want the pedals to take more room. Never looked into the Newport 180. I did an operational test yesterday and will be uploading the video before tomorrow.

@TheDarkHorse949 Год назад

You never did the follow up on the steering while pedaling without the hobie rudder. Do you plan to update? 😊

@fishnaddiction5805 Год назад

I forgot all about this account. Lol. The steering works but not as responsive with the motor off. I did get a universal rudder that I attached above the motor to be able to steer better with motor off. Let me know if you want the information on the rudder I added.

@TheDarkHorse949 Год назад

@@fishnaddiction5805 I’m definitely looking for direction. I’m Female so it takes me a bit longer to figure it out. I do not know how which way to go. The way you did or use the motor on the 3m template adhesive option bixpy offers for mounting the set up. Like you I want to have a nice rudder while pedaling for position while casting. Any guidance from you would be greatly appreciated. Your video helped me a lot. How do u like the motor? Im looking at the new k2 with the bigger battery.

@fishnaddiction5805 Год назад

@@TheDarkHorse949 I currently use two motor right now for the Lynx. The one that you see and the one that goes in the pedal drive. I recommend getting the mount that goes in the pedal slot. Yes, it requires you to take the motor in and out but trust me when I say that setting up is much easier, easier to clear off weeds and grass, and no worries of your fishing line getting caught. Ive had to jump out of the kayak a few times with the setup shown on the video.

@PineIslandKayaks 11 месяцев назад

@@fishnaddiction5805 I have found rudder mount motors to be the best. I love Texas Power Paddle mounted on the rudder. It's lightweight and easy to clean.

@Danxiong 2 года назад

How do u steer when using the drive or are u just planning to use the motor the whole time?

@fishnaddiction5805 2 года назад

I actually attached a rudder just above the motor. I'll make a video as soon as I can on the changes but steering worked even with the motor not being on but even better once I added a rudder above it.

@Danxiong 2 года назад

@@fishnaddiction5805 I’m very interested in seeing the system u got!! 👍🏼👍🏼

2 года назад

What was the cost for the entire project? Mounting hardware, motor and battery?

@fishnaddiction5805 2 года назад

Under $1500 after taxes

@monkeypunch1508 2 года назад

Appreciate the video but that set up looks sloppy. Tight lines brother.

@fishnaddiction5805 2 года назад

Thanks for the input. It was sloppy but since this video was created, I've moved the battery to the bottom of the seat and have created a one click strap on it. I've also added a rudder on top of the motor. Still a bit sloppy but making small improvements. The lack of internal routing on the Lynx doesn't help neither. Always up for recommendations.

@monkeypunch1508 2 года назад

@@fishnaddiction5805 would love to see an update. Definitely a cool set up brother.