2015 Hobie Outback

[farleybob]

I asked Dennis at Backyard Boats if the new blue fins were different, aside from being blue. He said the difference in the fins was color only.

[ComeOnFish]

2015 Ivory Dune Hobie Outback (on order)

John,
I am glad that you ordered an Outback. I can't wait to see you on the Outback fishing pilings without an anchor, and trolling while casting and drinking.

Joe

[JohnE]

I also noticed the price increase recently. Other than color, are the blue turbo fins really going to be any different from the older ones?

[CAGE RATTLER]

I kept the stock fins on my outback too but felt it was a little slow. I now have the pa12 with turbos and it's a lot faster than the outback was. Probably should have tried the turbos on the outback but was worried about the extra length in some of the shallow areas I fish. I learned real quick to be careful with the turbos. Bent the shaft on my 1st trip to mariner point.

[Cowpokey]

I've been using the stock fins, and apparently don't know what I'm missing. I can troll effectively, and keep up with folks as needed.

[CAGE RATTLER]

Speaking of upgrades. Not sure if anyone noticed yet but the cost of the turbo fins went up 30%. They are $129 now instead of $99.

You may still be able to find the old price from a reseller but better hurry.

[bunnielab]

I am assuming you mean if that option was standard, it would have swayed you. Hopefully the dealer told you it can be added. It's an upgrade I have already ordered for mine.

In fact he did not mention any factory options. Is there a list of them somewhere online?

[Cowpokey]

How much is that upgrade pricewise? The fact that a lot of former options are now standard on the 2015 Outback maybe the reason the price has increased- the sail rudder and turbofins should have always been a standard feature-

The fins are "ST" (square tip), not Turbo. Pretty sure it still has the standard rudder, not sailing. Yes, it should have gotten both.

[ronaultmtd]

How much is that upgrade pricewise? The fact that a lot of former options are now standard on the 2015 Outback maybe the reason the price has increased- the sail rudder and turbofins should have always been a standard feature-

[RavensDfense]

The addition of a square hatch and the tackle box management system for it would have likely swayed me into going for it.

I am assuming you mean if that option was standard, it would have swayed you. Hopefully the dealer told you it can be added. It's an upgrade I have already ordered for mine.

[JohnE]

You need to carry a paddle anyway. Pretty easy to unclil the paddle whenever you need it. Reverse would be pretty cool though. But I personally like how the mirage can run in really shallow water without pulling up the drive unit like you would have to do on the propel. That was one of the big factors for me. Also had to factor grass getting caught up in propel drive since I fish some prettty grassy areas.

[bunnielab]

I demoed a '14 outback the other day and was very impressed, but I am concerned about the lack of reverse. I ended up getting entangled in a dock at I approached to fast and had to get the paddle out to work myself out. I really want to try a Propel drive before I plunk money down but the feature set of the 15 Outback looks very impressive and it was very tempting to put a deposit down on one. The addition of a square hatch and the tackle box management system for it would have likely swayed me into going for it.

[JohnE]

Nope...was really hoping to have it by the tkaa tournament.

[RavensDfense]

Le sigh....not yet. Hopefully next week.

[HokieDJ]

Anyone gotten their new Outbacks yet?