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There’s a reason Hobie has achieved legendary status in the world of boaters, including paddlers and sailors. It’s because Hobie makes some of the finest, most seaworthy vessels history has yet recorded.

With that said, here are some of the best Hobie kayaks in our collection, specifically for fishermen.

Hobie Outback

The Hobie Outback, powered by the Mirage Drive System, is a fully-loaded fishing machine.

It packs:

• A Mirage drive with kick-up fins, perfect for cruising shallow water
• Excellent stability - you can stand in it
• Comfortable, Vantage CTW seating with lumbar support
• A large bow hatch ahead, a large tie down area astern, and a vertical dry hatch in front of the cockpit
• Four flush mounted rod holders
• Dual rudder control for easy handling
• Plenty of accessory tracks for mounting Hobie fishing accessories

And plenty of other features. It’s a perfect fishing machine for solo kayak anglers, especially those looking for a mid-sized, easy-to-transport rig. It’s only 103 lbs fully rigged.

Hobie Lynx

The Hobie Lynx, also powered by the Mirage Drive, is another winner among Hobie kayaks, and perhaps the best for anglers that like to travel light. It offers:

• Comfortable seating
• Fast-draining scuppers
• Impressive stability for a kayak of its size, with EVA deck pads that offer solid stability even in inclement weather
• Rudder control (and a removable rudder)
• Fore and aft storage wells with tie downs
• Forward accessory mounts as well as H-rails for Hobie fishing accessories

And even with all these features, it’s slim and lightweight, coming in at only 47 lbs - impressively light for any fishing kayak.

Hobie Pro Angler 14

Kicking things up a notch is the Hobie Pro Angler 14, which offers some more features and functionality than the Hobie kayaks already mentioned. It has:

• Best-in-class comfort thanks to Vantage seating which is elevated, breathable, and adjustable
• The aforementioned Mirage Drive System
• Horizontal rod storage and two flush mounted rod holders
• A front hatch with a removable liner as well as a large hatch in front of the cockpit
• A forward accessory mount and H-rails
• A mesh stowage pocket
• Rudder control (and access)

It’s just north of 144 pounds fully rigged but has plenty of space and is exceptionally stable, a choice selection for die-hard kayak anglers.

Hobie Compass

The Hobie Compass is simplicity defined, and is everyman’s Hobie kayak - great for fishing, but great for a lot else, too. It offers:

• Ultimate stability and a flat deck for standing
• A Mirage Drive with kick up fins
• Comfortable seating
• H-tracks for mounting accessories
• Fore and aft wells with tie downs
• A dry hatch in front of the cockpit
• Easy steering
• Two flush mounted rod holders
• Compatibility with sail and bimini mounts

As a result, this is a great Hobie kayak not only for fishermen, but those who dabble in sailing as well as in other paddle sports. It offers excellent stability and handling, making it great for just about anything kayak-bound discipline.

Hobie Compass Duo

The Hobie Compass Duo is the Hobie kayak to take on the water if you want to go with a partner. Otherwise, it offers a lot of what the original namesake does, including:

• Two Mirage Drive systems for excellent power and handling
• Sail compatibility to take advantage of a fair wind
• Four flush mounted rod holders
• Fore and aft storage wells with tie downs
• H-track accessory mounts for Hobie fishing accessories, and more
• Brass inserts that accept Hobie’s mounting plate for a Power Pole Micro shallow water anchor
• Easy steering

This is the Hobie kayak to go with if you often sail with a partner, and let’s face it, fishing is often best in company. Who would be there to vouch for those fish tales otherwise?

Explore These and Other Hobie Kayaks Here

This selection of Hobie kayaks runs the gamut from the ultralight to the fully rigged. It is, however, only a small smattering of the Hobie yaks we offer here at No Bad Days Kayak. Take a look through our full collection and if you have any questions or would like personalized recommendations, feel free to contact us.

Expand Your Abilities with Hobie Fishing Accessories

Regardless of which fishing kayak you ultimately decide is for you, make sure to outfit it with the fishing kayak accessories you’ll need to be safe and successful on the water.

Check out our collection of Hobie fishing accessories, many of which are readily compatible with the kayaks mentioned here. We also carry a full assortment of accessories from other top brands, including but not limited to YakAttack, Yakgear, Ketch, Daiwa, Scotty, Yak Power, and much more.

A good day on the water starts with a good vessel, the right accessories, and a float plan. Be ready with the right gear, be safe, and tight lines!