Hobie upgraded the seat, moving from the classic sit-on-top style seat to the “Vantage CT” seat. The framed Vantage CT seat is a modified version of the “Pro Angler” Vantage seat that was first introduced on the 2012 “PA 12”. The updated seat is a vast improvement over the original keeping the kayak angler out of the water and fully supporting their back and rear.It weighs 6lbs and has a capacity of 275lbs, with four points where adjustments can be made:
• Seat back
• Seat bottom
• Lumbar support
• High position
The 2015 Outback's cockpit has been almost totally redesigned. Hobie listened to the kayak fishing community and implemented many of the additions they have been requesting for years:
• Flattened deck to make it easier to stand
• Molded in foot rests have been moved forward slightly
• The single mesh pocket was removed and replaced with side mesh pockets
• The two handles have been repositioned in the cockpit
• The cupholder now drains
Hobie decided to leave the hull below the waterline alone, so you will not find any changes here. What Hobie did do was add the all- new Mirage Drive, with ST Blue Fins and glide technology and roller bearings. Hobie took their top-selling fishing kayak and made it even better for 2015.
Comments
Ahhhh! Updated! Thanks Robert!
ack-yak
The 2015 is a pleasure to pedal and I am fishing the Bay side in the Florida Keys. I am extremely happy with my purchase and I will use it to fish lakes up north as well as use it in the Keys.