Hobie Pro Angler

I have spent a lot of time fishing.  I think I've fished in every kind of boat there is.  That would include inflatable dinghy's, canoes, kayaks, aluminum jon boats, center consoles, flats boats, glitter bass boats, and off-shore sport fisherman.  (I've even fished from sailboats.)

You may have noticed that I have a link on my blog's home page to Hobie kayaks and our local Hobie dealer, Sailboats Inc .  I have had a Hobie Kona kayak for several years.  It's a nice, stable tandem kayak that is great for two people, and can also be set up as a single by putting one seat in the middle position.  I've fished from that kayak quite a bit , and added the usual milk crate etc to make it more fishing friendly.

Recently, I had a chance to obtain a Hobie Pro Angler 12 from Charlie and Eileen at Sailboats Inc.  Even though I've only been able to get out in it a couple of times, I can already tell that this boat is the real deal.  It is powered by Hobie's mirage drive, which is not only easier than paddling, but it also leaves your hands fee for fishing.  It is stable enough for me to stand up and fish, and it's already tricked out with all the cool fishing stuff-- rod holders, hatches with retracting tackle box storage areas, a spot for an anchor trolly system, and more.  I even installed a Lowrance fishfinder in the built-in transducer mount.  One of the most impressive features of the Pro Angler is the seat.  Of all the boats I've fished from, this one has the most comfortable seat ever.  It is totally adjustable, and even includes lumbar support.   It's like sitting in a Barcalounger while you're fishing.  If you haven't figured it out yet, I really like this boat.

Stay tuned for some "fishcam" photos and videos coming soon on the new Pro Angler.