Everything is compared to the outback for a reason. I put my behind in every competitor i could. The outback just flat out beats them all. Turning, coasting, cruising and paddling. The drive is absolutely a winner. The 2020 outback has the 180 drive with kick up turbo fins. It just cuts through the water like a knife. Yes it cost me a bit more. Its an investment in myself. If you're able to eat Ramen for a couple months, get one! If you can't wing the $3k for one, look into a compass. Gets you the 180 with turbo fins, adds up to a few hundred more than the vibe with drive, but absolutely worth it too.
@Motorcyclewindtherapy
3 жыл бұрын
Same reason they used to say "rides like a Cadillac!" Its their own fault they got rid of the ride quality that built their company into a legend... but that's a different deal. I agree completely on the Hobie. I am still on the fence but think I want a pedal yak next... I've had sit ins, sit on tops, and job boats and bass boats...and of course, I'd never be without at least one canoe... but after years of looking at all of them, I still think the Hobie would be my choice. Something to be said for going with the market king.
@XploreAz
3 жыл бұрын
Hobie definitely has a good reputation. I am currently in the market for my first fishing kayak and have narrowed it down to Hobie and Old Town.
@damianbridger7845
3 жыл бұрын
i realize it's kind of randomly asking but do anyone know a good place to watch new series online?
@zephyrus7258
Жыл бұрын
You can use the Hobbie drive with the shearwater
@rex_ad_regum7540
8 ай бұрын
Putting a 180 drive on a built Shearwater myself. I like the Shearwater as a platform more.
@stupadasol5911
4 жыл бұрын
Nice catches. Big question. Brand of the descender that you are using? Albion later this week, health permitting.
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
I make my own from a fish griper
@rpb1961
3 жыл бұрын
I always have my paddle in my lap for instant steering. Nothing works faster. I crack up when I see so many trying to upgrade the pedal kayak.
@d.edwardmanders4496
4 жыл бұрын
lmao at the 'rona fish name. Also that's a fascinating way of 'descending' fish, never seen it before. I don't have experience in the deepwater reefs in my east coast inshore terf and always assumed those deep fish were 'just keep em or they'll die anyway' (abiding regulations of course) . Awesome to see as a primarily C&R angler. I'm hoping someone will come up with an improved rudder, maybe just an extension from the bixpy mounting screws. And especially because the added weight would help the rudder drop under it's own weight, which I've been having trouble with. Fun video, subbed.
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
Yes Oregon and Washington require a descending device... it's saves Rockfish
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
I'm working on that I have a couple of ideas lol
@zephyrus7258
Жыл бұрын
That looks so fun. I'm jealous. How secure do you feel in the vibe? I want one for the Saint johns in fl, but with the huge gators and it being really low to the water it makes me a little nervous.
@carlosaliceabruno3779
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Greetings from San Juan, Puerto Rico.
@chrisrodriguez8246
4 жыл бұрын
Great vid I want that kayak just hate no reverse and turning not great 🤦♂️ dont know what to get ,but like I said awesome vid🤙
@kalikasurf
3 жыл бұрын
So, basically, you want a jet boat...........that’s small like a kayak. They don’t make those yet
@gabeoleinik4435
3 жыл бұрын
@@kalikasurf it's expensive but the Bixby is a kayak jet drive
@XploreAz
3 жыл бұрын
@@kalikasurf um yes they do. Either a Hobie with the 360 drive, or a prop style pedal drive with instant reverse.
@kalikasurf
3 жыл бұрын
@@XploreAz wouldn’t instant reverse toss you out of a kayak?
@XploreAz
3 жыл бұрын
@@kalikasurf huh? It’s pedal powered. You’d have to be the Hulk to produce enough power to throw you out of a kayak by pedaling.
@Mr.JonaVelazquez
4 жыл бұрын
Nice Kayak, the shearwater, What is your maximum speed in the cruising effort?
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
About 2 1/2 to 3 mph easy
@kiotewolfer3278
4 жыл бұрын
Looking good brother
@Saltloony
3 жыл бұрын
You guys got some exotic looking fish there. Great video and nice catch.
@EdubOutdoors
3 жыл бұрын
Oh nice I'm not sure where we are going next we are a couple hours from there
@themisfitmickey
3 жыл бұрын
Can I ask where those caves were that u paddled through? Is that southern Cali?
@FG-qh7qx
4 жыл бұрын
Where are you fishing? I have never seen fish that look like that. Is that in another country?
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
Northern California... Fort Bragg area
@roberteugenemiller9499
3 жыл бұрын
I want to go lingcod fishing what were you using?
@robertyang2226
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome fishing! Quick question, I will be a first time kayak buyer, hobies are idea but not so sure if I want to dump a ton of cash for it or jump on the vibe shearwater for a more affordable price range. I plan to fish offshore, will the vibe shearwater 125 fish comfortably and handle the tough ocean conditions?
@andrewmoe1192
3 жыл бұрын
You shouldnt be on a kayak in tough ocean conditions. Regardless of the brand.
@flatheadfletch
2 жыл бұрын
Exactly. To many skills to learn before going their !
@gabriellecorpuz2871
2 жыл бұрын
Get yourself a feel free lure 13.5 but be safe out there you never wanna be out in rough conditions
@Chelo_R
4 жыл бұрын
Hi friend! What a beautiful kayak that 125. It is on my wish list ... would you recommend it? is it good for you? thanks and greetings from Argentina😉
@spartyonhaji
2 жыл бұрын
great video. I was searching for a comparison between the Outback and Shearwater, and you guys had a perfect video. It was fun watching you guys slaying the fish. Blue lingcod was sooo cool looking.
@TheRabbit91476
Жыл бұрын
There is a guy on here that modded his rudder but extending the rope/ rudder attachment by any once and got sharper turns
@Chelo_R
4 жыл бұрын
Hello, could you tell me the size of the kit x drive paddle box
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
Not sure what you want me to measure
@Chelo_R
4 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors pedals x-drive kit comes in a small box or is the package large?
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
It's comes in a box with the peddles arm off
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
I guess it's a medium sized box
@rights_vs_wrong1956
3 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors The curious side of me is wondering why the hell that information is important to him 🤔 😂
@danawick9817
4 жыл бұрын
the difference is they are not the same in price point either. if it cost as much as a Hobie then youre comparing Apples to Apples . good video still.
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
Well kind because the vibe was going to be the Outback competition at a low price point ... still comparing side by side turning, stability, portability, handling all around ... we tested them for two months side by side
@flatheadfletch
2 жыл бұрын
And what’s the final verdict. Pros n cons
@jonathanmorton7476
2 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors yea but you put turbo fins and upgraded the hobie. Have you done any upgrades to the shearwater? I don't own either but that hobie is likely a full grand more than the shearwater. Thats enough monetary difference that I could buy a really nice standard kayak to go with my maxed out shearwater.
@EdubOutdoors
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah there's a reason it's a 1000 bucks more better built Kayak... the Hobie will turn circles around the Shearwaters 125 with the same drive... the shearwaters is a nice Kayak but I'll take a Hobie anyday of the week... I've tested both in th Ocean,Rivers and lakes you get what you pay for
@jonathanmorton7476
2 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors So where does the sheer water fail then when compared to the hobie? I know you mentioned turning radius in the video, but it would be nice to point out specifically where the $1000 value add is found? Is it that much faster, more stable, more comfortable, durability etc? While the Hobie may be better built if it doesn't outperform at a level that matches $1000 price difference then it's hard for some to justify the cost. I've seen reviews saying the shearwater rudder could be updated to make it steer better but have never driven either. I'm actually considering moving from my standard kayak into a pedal driven one which is why I'm asking. the hobie looks nice, but I'm also looking at the sheerwater, and old town pdls as well. The latter 2 both are much better price points than the hobie. I also saw a video of a hobie outback taking on water when hitting some surf areas which was odd, but I'm not expecting to really use in that type of setting.
@jeremyleonguerrero9492
3 жыл бұрын
Edub Outdoors what pole and size are you using? Great video!
@EdubOutdoors
3 жыл бұрын
I have the video on my channel how to make it from a mono pod from Walmart
@jeremyleonguerrero9492
3 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors Thank you ! Also are you using the Phenix rod ? With a 4000 series reel
@EdubOutdoors
3 жыл бұрын
Yes Phenix M1 inshore 2oz 6oz 7'7" rod Diawa Saltist 3000 if you watch my Pacific Halibut video you can see what it can handle Monster Halibut...
@jeremyleonguerrero9492
3 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors yes sir I seen that monster !!! Keep up the awesome videos ! Thank you for your help. Heading out to Doran beach second week of December.
@daveperson1722
9 ай бұрын
I’m sorry, but this video tells me absolutely nothing about “Vibe vs Hobie”
@gabrielagomez8160
3 жыл бұрын
Hello! What minimum size should the blades have to paddle well on the SW125?
@daveperson1722
9 ай бұрын
Great question !! I’m wondering WHERE is the “comparison” part of this video !!
@cbrockman15
3 жыл бұрын
Do you think this is a good yak
@TheDarios1988
4 жыл бұрын
Wow great video! Good fish! Where is that place at?
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
Northern Calif South of Fort Bragg
@pernamore4224
3 жыл бұрын
Fort Ross? timber cove? I'd like to know too. Nice Verm!!
@TheKokanut
4 жыл бұрын
Where can we Demo one the the SW125's ?
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure because they are trying to get them out still to everyone
@TheKokanut
4 жыл бұрын
Edub Outdoors what are your honest impressions of the mirage drive insert strength? I also hear that you can buy Hobie drives and put them in the SW125 ... can you try that with your hobie drive? Also have you been able to stand up and cast in calm water yet? How does the SW compare to the Outback in stability, speed, other ? Thanks
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
@@TheKokanut so far is been strong enough it's a good fit just don't like the plastic locking mechanism...
@TheKokanut
4 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors Ok seems like a solid kayak and so I am rolling the dice and bought one today. Thanks for your videos to help me decided.
@gabrielagomez8160
4 жыл бұрын
Hi! Could someone tell me how tall is the Shearwater 125? Thank you so much!
@EdubOutdoors
4 жыл бұрын
Just the hull ?
@gabrielagomez8160
4 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors Yes, the courier requests it for transportation to Argentina
@gabrielagomez8160
4 жыл бұрын
@@EdubOutdoors yes! The courier asks for it to pass the shipping budget
@boston2662
4 жыл бұрын
I’m hoping someone comes up with an extension or some other add on to the rudder. Increased surface area to decrease turning radius.
@KayakKingdom
4 жыл бұрын
seems like it would be easy, since it has the removable portion for the bixpy, take that off and fabricate an add on larger piece.
@BiggMo
4 жыл бұрын
Hobe now has their 360 drive system which turns on a dime. But it’s expensive and heavy
@bobbymanliclicmanliclic1922
3 жыл бұрын
Nice catches
@jferarias
2 жыл бұрын
Hasta la vista baby 👍
@ej1547
3 жыл бұрын
Can the x drive go reverse?
@EdubOutdoors
3 жыл бұрын
No unless you have a Hobie drive with it
@sohock7514
3 жыл бұрын
Wow...enjoy guys...😉😉
@RayRay-vf6wm
3 жыл бұрын
Pwaf gemna
@jhentaliquig2237
3 жыл бұрын
PWAF Abi
@abegailmartinez6001
3 жыл бұрын
PWAF abi
@joncalvo3591
Жыл бұрын
Vibe. Made in china
@JayJay-vq5xz
3 жыл бұрын
Pwaf gemma
@tomcat2363
3 жыл бұрын
Video is mis titled/ Should be.... "Look at me" Not a real comparison video. Just another ego driven omage to yourself. Wasted six minutes
@flatheadfletch
2 жыл бұрын
Waisted a lot more commenting
@LiveTheLimit
3 жыл бұрын
Everything was great until you had to joke and called that China rockfish "corona" fish....
@williamkennedy6423
2 жыл бұрын
I liked it 😀. I found it to be a tasteful joke about modern history.
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