Outback or PA

Another vote for Outback.  New or used doesnt matter as long as they are in good condition and 2019 or newer. 

Spend the extra money on a motor ..... 3 - 2 -1 .... 
But in all seriousness, the Outback is pretty complete.  Not as fas as the Revo but definitely faster (and lighter) than the PA.  You can take it through difficult launch, a lot easier than the PA. 

If you do get the motor, make sure that you can get back with the fin in case the motor fails.

I don't even have a outback, I have a Compass.! From what I have seen...

Outback for resale value
Outback for lighter weight

Thank you for all the valuable feedback.  It helped me finally decide on the Outback.  I'm not going to second guess myself once I make the purchase.

Outback vote here 👍...  My 2018 camo edition holds plenty of gear and then some. 

Redundant answer but another vote for the outback. It’s a fish slaying machine with much more options/ opportunities then you even need to get to the fish. The PA seems great but I don’t like the additional weight it carries. Pulling that thing over sand or up a slippery ramp sounds unappealing. And for the most part it won’t get you no further, no faster, or any more stable.

I wonder how many Outback owners don’t realize they have 8 handy knife holders  already built in!

I wonder how many Outback owners don’t realize they have 8 handy knife holders  already built in!

I am always afraid whatever you put in there might pop out and go swimming

Another vote for Outback.  New or used doesnt matter as long as they are in good condition and 2019 or newer. 

I have an older (2010) outback and love it, can't imagine needing more boat, bigger seems more of a curse than a blessing in this case.  Curious though to know why 2019 or newer, what happened in '19?   

Another vote for Outback.  New or used doesnt matter as long as they are in good condition and 2019 or newer. 

I have an older (2010) outback and love it, can't imagine needing more boat, bigger seems more of a curse than a blessing in this case.  Curious though to know why 2019 or newer, what happened in '19?   

The newer hull/deck design is a such a big improvement. Except for the rudder IMO

Another vote for Outback.  New or used doesnt matter as long as they are in good condition and 2019 or newer. 

I have an older (2010) outback and love it, can't imagine needing more boat, bigger seems more of a curse than a blessing in this case.  Curious though to know why 2019 or newer, what happened in '19?   

The newer hull/deck design is a such a big improvement. Except for the rudder IMO

2019+ is faster, easier to add any add-ons, and easier to handle due to the new handle in the back (especially for loading).

   Another vote for the outback. Lighter easier to launch and transport. And plenty stable. My buddy bought a PA14 360 and it is a beast of a Kayak and takes about twice the effort to move anywhere.

   Another vote for the outback. Lighter easier to launch and transport. And plenty stable. My buddy bought a PA14 360 and it is a beast of a Kayak and takes about twice the effort to move anywhere.

That’s good to know about the PA 14 feedback.  Yeah, when I’m loading and unloading, most of the time, it’ll be just myself.  So Outback being will be a benefit. 

Another vote for Outback.  New or used doesnt matter as long as they are in good condition and 2019 or newer. 

I have an older (2010) outback and love it, can't imagine needing more boat, bigger seems more of a curse than a blessing in this case.  Curious though to know why 2019 or newer, what happened in '19?   

The newer hull/deck design is a such a big improvement. Except for the rudder IMO

The deck layout, with all the built on rails, is what got me - makes ot super easy to customize without a whole buncha DIY futzin and drillin. The rudder isn’t terrible, but yea.  I’m going to upgrade to a metal rudder of some sort after this season. I’ve been yearing the helloutta mine - been fishing more than ever “thanks” to covid.

Another vote for Outback.  New or used doesnt matter as long as they are in good condition and 2019 or newer. 

I have an older (2010) outback and love it, can't imagine needing more boat, bigger seems more of a curse than a blessing in this case.  Curious though to know why 2019 or newer, what happened in '19?   

The newer hull/deck design is a such a big improvement. Except for the rudder IMO

The deck layout, with all the built on rails, is what got me - makes ot super easy to customize without a whole buncha DIY futzin and drillin. The rudder isn’t terrible, but yea.  I’m going to upgrade to a metal rudder of some sort after this season. I’ve been yearing the helloutta mine - been fishing more than ever “thanks” to covid.

Yeah, I bought mine with bass fishing in mind. I have a Revo16 dedicated for ocean fishing except crabbing. What I hate about that rudder design is how it sticks out. You need to be mindful when moving it around or when launching and landing. Other than than, I really like it.

   Another vote for the outback. Lighter easier to launch and transport. And plenty stable. My buddy bought a PA14 360 and it is a beast of a Kayak and takes about twice the effort to move anywhere.

That’s good to know about the PA 14 feedback.  Yeah, when I’m loading and unloading, most of the time, it’ll be just myself.  So Outback being will be a benefit.

What hasn't been discussed is righting a PA should it flip.  I followed a fellow to shore who was swimming behind and pushing his upside-down PA14, because, as he explained "I can't flip it over if I'm not standing on the bottom..." and he wasn't a little guy.  Gig Harbor Fly Shop - a Hobie dealer - had a video online of their struggles to right a flipped PA - it took quite a while.

(Yes, I offered to tow him and his boat back to the beach but he declined.)