@@aaanglers I work at a Hobie dealer and I agree. I built a cart similar to yours and put the video up on my channel. I love it but get a lot of questions about Hobies policy on it. Maybe they want to sell the $300 PA cradle I dunno lol
This is an interesting build... Similar to others on UA-cam that show PVC as the method of support. I was about to build one for my new Outback but decided to check with Hobie for their take on it. First I read my owner's manual and lo and behold there is a section on storage and transport and they have a diagram and describe this PVC method and strongly discourage it. As a matter of fact they say that if their recommendations aren't followed it could void the warranty. I decided to follow up with a call to their corporate office in Oceanside to speak to a technical specialist. The person I talked to described this as a "tragic situation". They explained that there had been a number of issues with cracks particularly around the scupper holes that they determined were caused from storage and transport on PVC bunks. They went on to explain that it would sometimes take a year or more for the cracks to develop. Long story short, they strongly recommend against it! Needless to say I'm looking for an alternative method.
I just put one together Saturday morning, took under four hours, just have to add the pvc piping. Came out great, this was exactly what I was looking for.
This is an awesome rolling stand! What is the actual width of the cart? I also have a pa12, but the space I have to roll it out is 39” wide. Also, what is the measurement on the inside for the bottom yak. I will be putting a Hobie compass on the bottom. It’s been a little while since this was made, is the pvc affecting the yak at all? The folks at Hobie say don’t rest it on pvc as it could compromise the hull. Not sure if they just want us to buy their $300 yak cradles…
Total width of mine is 48”, but could be made to fit 39”. Bottom is 38” inside width. Again, you could reconfigure to fit a 32-36” width kayak no problem. No issues with the hull whatsoever.
Man these dudes really ask a ton of questions lol …. Watch the video, pause and replay if you have to, Great Design bud … I copied this but added some plywood to the bottom to make a shelf for gear since I only have 1 kayak (PA14)
Great video. Glad I found your channel. So much useful info. Just bought a Hobie. Built this last night … it works great for my Ascend kayak and my PA 14.
Love the video! bet you answered this a couple of times but in my 360 manual it says do NOT use PVC pipe to store the kayak. Do you know why they recommend not to use PVC pipe and have you noticed any issues using it?
Thanks for the video, it was a great help. I watched a bunch of these type of vids and ended up making my kayak stand very similar to yours. Jackson Big Rig HDFD on top and an Old Town Predator PDL on the bottom rack. It is really a difference maker in my garage and for loading and unloading the heavy Jackson.
Question for you about this build out. I am getting ready to build something similar for a spot in my garage. I know bigger is better, but what would you say are the smallest dimesion for the cart (LxW) that would still keep the kayak stable? I was thinking of making it 42" wide (36" wide kayak) by 60"-66" long (12ft long kayak). Do you think that is too narrow and short, or would it be ok? Keeping the cart as small as possible will really help with the rest of the stuff I need to store in my garage. Thoughts?
Hobie Bass Assassin Top and bottom frame were 8 ft x 4 ft. Inner crossmembers were about 45 inches. 4 ft less 3 inches to account for the 2x4 width. Height of the frame varies based on your truck bed. Does that help?
@@aaanglers thanks for the vid... ok, i assume you used the "8 - 5/16 washers" for the lag bolts holding the pvc, but what about the "16 - 1/4 in washers" listed in your materials list?
I can check a little later, BUT, I just laid the boat on top of the PVC on the frame of this build and centered it then marked it and drilled it. I just made sure the PVC was in grooves of the hull. So not sure on EXACT measurement or if the boats would be exactly the same. So I might recommend doing that.
Top and bottom frame were 8 ft x 4 ft. Inner crossmembers were about 45 inches. 4 ft less 3 inches to account for the 2x4 width. Height of the frame varies based on your truck bed.
They are recessed. So I cut the ends of the pvc at a 45 degree angle and lagged the ends. Then I drilled out the top of the PVC with a 1/2 in bit where it set on the middle cross beems and put the lag screws there.
Cheap, Sturdy, Mobile! What do you guys think I should build next?
Any concerns about Hobie saying not to store on PVC? They say it can cause the scupper tubes to puck through.
@@thebeardedpaddler I've used it for 3 years now with 0 issues. Every place I've seen a Hobie on display, it's on pvc or metal pipes.
@@aaanglers I work at a Hobie dealer and I agree. I built a cart similar to yours and put the video up on my channel. I love it but get a lot of questions about Hobies policy on it. Maybe they want to sell the $300 PA cradle I dunno lol
I had to watch the video without sound. So I am wondering why the top cross boards were laid flat instead of upright to prevent warping
Haven’t warped on mine, but you can configure it differently
Thanks for this great video! 👍🏽👍🏽
This is an interesting build... Similar to others on UA-cam that show PVC as the method of support. I was about to build one for my new Outback but decided to check with Hobie for their take on it. First I read my owner's manual and lo and behold there is a section on storage and transport and they have a diagram and describe this PVC method and strongly discourage it. As a matter of fact they say that if their recommendations aren't followed it could void the warranty. I decided to follow up with a call to their corporate office in Oceanside to speak to a technical specialist. The person I talked to described this as a "tragic situation". They explained that there had been a number of issues with cracks particularly around the scupper holes that they determined were caused from storage and transport on PVC bunks. They went on to explain that it would sometimes take a year or more for the cracks to develop. Long story short, they strongly recommend against it! Needless to say I'm looking for an alternative method.
K, no issues here in over 3 years but sure
@@aaanglers I'm glad to hear that you haven't had any problems
Have you guys heard of Suspenz Kayak Stand?!! That’s idea for another video!! Love you guys opinions
We haven't. It would be tough to slide a kayak into the back of the truck with that I feel.
I just put one together Saturday morning, took under four hours, just have to add the pvc piping. Came out great, this was exactly what I was looking for.
Glad this helped
This is an awesome rolling stand!
What is the actual width of the cart? I also have a pa12, but the space I have to roll it out is 39” wide. Also, what is the measurement on the inside for the bottom yak. I will be putting a Hobie compass on the bottom.
It’s been a little while since this was made, is the pvc affecting the yak at all? The folks at Hobie say don’t rest it on pvc as it could compromise the hull. Not sure if they just want us to buy their $300 yak cradles…
Total width of mine is 48”, but could be made to fit 39”. Bottom is 38” inside width. Again, you could reconfigure to fit a 32-36” width kayak no problem.
No issues with the hull whatsoever.
Man these dudes really ask a ton of questions lol …. Watch the video, pause and replay if you have to, Great Design bud … I copied this but added some plywood to the bottom to make a shelf for gear since I only have 1 kayak (PA14)
Bloody genius mate definitely make life easier I have a PA14 and loading and unloading,s always a struggle 👍🏼
Very nice. Similar to the one I built but much better explanation lol
Great video dude I am definitely going to build one asap
Great video! I used your video today to build my own, came out nice and sturdy! Thanks again!!
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Is that schedule 40 pvc
It's whatever was cheapest at Home Depot
@@aaanglers ok thanks
Easy but good looking kayak stand.
Ponds Solo Fishing thanks brother!
Nice. I should be picking my yak up this week and this will be my first project next weekend. Thanks for taking the time to share this with us!
Great video. Glad I found your channel. So much useful info. Just bought a Hobie. Built this last night … it works great for my Ascend kayak and my PA 14.
Excelente job! Congratulations.
Love the video! bet you answered this a couple of times but in my 360 manual it says do NOT use PVC pipe to store the kayak. Do you know why they recommend not to use PVC pipe and have you noticed any issues using it?
No issues. Thats how they display them at dealers so that’s weird
Looked into this on a couple of forums...they want you to purchase the Hobie brand bunks. As unfortunate as it sounds, its the only reason.
Awesome video great idea
How far apart did you place your PVC pipes?
Depends on your boat. Just measure the middle underside of the boat beam
Thanks for the build video. This is perfect. Definitely gonna copy this design. 👍🏻
No problem 👍
Just did this exact build with parts from Home Depot. Let’s just say building supplies are a little more expensive 😭
I'm a little late in the game, what are the dimensions of the stand? LxWXH, and what measurements do I put on the PVC, Thanks
Not exactly sure lol. I took measurements from my tailgate height of my truck. All required parts are in the description
Thanks for the video, it was a great help. I watched a bunch of these type of vids and ended up making my kayak stand very similar to yours. Jackson Big Rig HDFD on top and an Old Town Predator PDL on the bottom rack. It is really a difference maker in my garage and for loading and unloading the heavy Jackson.
Glad it worked out for you! I agree, this thing was a game changer!
Question for you about this build out. I am getting ready to build something similar for a spot in my garage. I know bigger is better, but what would you say are the smallest dimesion for the cart (LxW) that would still keep the kayak stable? I was thinking of making it 42" wide (36" wide kayak) by 60"-66" long (12ft long kayak). Do you think that is too narrow and short, or would it be ok? Keeping the cart as small as possible will really help with the rest of the stuff I need to store in my garage. Thoughts?
I only went this size because there were less cuts. You could definitely shave ove some inches. This thing is ROCK solid.
How did it turn out with those dimensions?
@@n2olowen2olowe35 works fine. Honestly could be even narrower if needed.
Great video, this idea for a stand was better than I could have imagined. Thanks! I hope to make one soon.
Glad this helped!
What size pvc?
3 inch x 10 ft
Thanks
Good stuff 👍🍻
Thanks!
Awesome Bro, Do you by chance have the measurements of your cuts? Awesome cart, it's going to save me tons of time loading and unloading the Hobie.
Hobie Bass Assassin Top and bottom frame were 8 ft x 4 ft. Inner crossmembers were about 45 inches. 4 ft less 3 inches to account for the 2x4 width. Height of the frame varies based on your truck bed. Does that help?
@@aaanglers helped me thanks for the info and video!
Fishing kayaks are heavy so great idea. See my build at Karin and Larry and Home". Take care, LDC
great build !! iam copying this design this weekend for my outback . 1 questions thou where did you apply your washers?
Thanks! Washers were for the castor wheels or on the lag bolts holding the pvc to the cross beams I believe.
@@aaanglers thanks for the vid... ok, i assume you used the "8 - 5/16 washers" for the lag bolts holding the pvc, but what about the "16 - 1/4 in washers" listed in your materials list?
@@sp1cyk1mchee They were for the castor wheels to keep them on. 4 per wheel
@@SFretnchillin updated and added the pvc diameter too. Thanks!
What was your measurement between the centers of the PVC? I have a PA 14 and I believe they shoud be the same...
I can check a little later, BUT, I just laid the boat on top of the PVC on the frame of this build and centered it then marked it and drilled it. I just made sure the PVC was in grooves of the hull. So not sure on EXACT measurement or if the boats would be exactly the same. So I might recommend doing that.
What size did you cut those crossmember pieces to?
Top and bottom frame were 8 ft x 4 ft. Inner crossmembers were about 45 inches. 4 ft less 3 inches to account for the 2x4 width. Height of the frame varies based on your truck bed.
Thanks a ton! It is an amazing video.
Where did you use the lag screws? I can't see them in the video.
They are recessed. So I cut the ends of the pvc at a 45 degree angle and lagged the ends. Then I drilled out the top of the PVC with a 1/2 in bit where it set on the middle cross beems and put the lag screws there.
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Excelente job! Congratulations.
What size pvc?
depending on the hull of the boat, 3 to 4 inch will do
Thanks! Awesome videos!!