Sopa wrote:
I'm looking at getting into a Hobie PA myself I had been looking for this info for some time.
As a newbie, could someone in the know suggest what year on I should looking for?
From that list, 2015 on with the H-Rails etc on is what I am thinking.
What about PA12 versus PA14 and PA17?
I'm thinking in the middle at a PA14.
Cheers!
To me the GT drive is worth it and a big upgrade over the previous drive so I would choose at least a 2015 or newer. If you do a lot of bank style fishing (for bass, etc.) the 180 drive (starting in 2017) is really nice to have.
As far as 12, 14 or 17 that depends on a number of things. But the 14 will be faster and a little more stable, hold 2 additional rods in the built in rod holders and provide more front hatch room over the 12. The 14 is obviously going to be heavier so transporting comes into play. I use a trailer for my 14. No way I would try to car top it. Loaded with my gear I'm likely around 200 lbs. Sorry I'm not familiar with the 17's.