Hobie offers fishing kayak models in a wide range of price points and features. This article will help you understand the main feature differences to help you determine which model is best for you. You can also use chat on this website, call us or stop into the store to get advice from a product expert. We encourage you to take advantage of our Hobie kayak on the water demos to experience various models first hand. What Are The Main Differences In Hobie Fishing Kayaks? Hobie fishing kayak specs. The image below compares the entry level Passport 10.5 with the top of the line Pro Angle ..read more

By Ron Strauss, President, Minnesota Kayak Fishing Association People interested in kayak fishing have lots of questions It's natural to have fear of things you don't know about or haven't experienced. Beginners interested in kayak fishing have lots of reservations about the sport. Is it hard to fish from a kayak? How do I get started in kayak fishing? Can I load/unload the kayak by myself? Are kayaks too tippy and is it safe? What basic gear do I need to get started? You can find the answer to these questions online in videos and blogs like this one. You can get "virtual" answers, but like mo ..read more

By Ron Strauss, President Of MN Kayak Fishing Association How to get the perfect fishing kayak for your needs  The good news is the number of fishing kayak manufacturers and models have expanded in the last five years. The bad news is it’s tougher than ever to choose your perfect model in a crowded field. This guide will help you understand key things you should consider and do when looking for your first fishing kayak or upgrading to new a model. Have an idea of what type of kayak fishing you’ll do most of the time Different models are made for different types of fishing. If you’ll be fishin ..read more

By Grant Carston, 2019 Hi Tempo Hobie Fishing Team If you have a boat or have ever looked at boats and trolling motors, you know they come in multiple shapes and sizes. Trolling motors allow you to move the bow or stern left or right only. What if you could move or shift the whole boat left or right? Would that be a game changer for your fishing? Would you say it's a remarkable solution for boat control? Picture yourself in this scenario; the wind is quartering into the bank you want to fish. The wind keeps blowing you into the bank and spinning you away from your casting target. You need to ..read more