That's a great idea, one could even go further and put outriggers on (that can be lifted whilst rowing, and dropped when stationary), if the seat is too high, for more stability - I'd prefer it higher like you said, that storage space right below you is gold if fishing for a couple of hours. That said, I'd also put smaller pool noodles, cut shorter, on the armrests for more comfort, and perhaps even soften up the seat, and add lower back support - the possibilities are endless !
That was a great build and how to. I too have been trying to find one of those walmart chairs, like they have in the 30 miles out video, with no luck. I just bit the bullet and ordered a Jackson elite seat that should be in this week, to fit in my outback.
I have one of these with a sail and outriggers. I am going to build a seat for sure. I had a hip replacement a few years ago and it makes it very uncomfortable using what came with the kayak. I looked into getting a seat with a decent backrest from Hobie and they can run you up to $600 plus. Thanks for the video but I an going one step further and getting nice armrests for the chair I have in mind.
I place a seat cushion on top of my seat, it set me up high a dry but not too high.. The original back rest still works fine and it is comfortable. No tools required..
***** Jerry, I came up with another idea to keep cool while kayaking on a hot day. I adapted PVC to receive a golf umbrella to fit into one of the holes for the wheel kit. I used it last weekend on the Colorado River above Lee's Ferry. There was little wind so it worked perfect.Linda
nice build.... wife has the hobie mirage sport with the old style seat, not very comfy. wonder if this setup would work on the sport. thanks for sharing
great idea! so much that I came across a similar chair for $1, so I had to try it. turned out good, but I was a little bit too far away from the pedals. I just stowed it and went back to the old seat and was on my way. were you able to get enough adjustment out of the pedals to make it comfortable?
Shaun Kelley not really had to move them all the way back, may just modify the chair again so it sits directly over the old seat area. I'm short so I was thinking it was just my legs
Why not keep it simple and just slip some plastic tube over the aluminum chair tube, and just add a stainless screw from both sides of the PVC "T's" into the aluminum chair feet? It's not like it has to be a structural project like a bridge.
You could do that, I just used what I had available. I wanted the bridge to control horizontal movement and prevent the leg from breaking off. Also if it fell into the water it may float long enough to grab it since its water tight.
yeah, had to pull the pedals back a bit and adjust seat forward and it works. I have short legs so if you're 6 foot you won't have an issue. Does feel a bit top heavy though.
Good video with everything well explained. I'm going to modify my Hobie Revo by adding a Hobie I Comfort inflatable seat but first I'm going to try a "Wood Bead Seat Cover Massage Cool Premium Black Comfort Cushion" from Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DZ54I7I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00 for $17.90. The original seat bottom scrunches up when I slip back. I'm hoping this wood bead seat will keep that from happening without it becoming an aggravation itself.
That's a great idea, one could even go further and put outriggers on (that can be lifted whilst rowing, and dropped when stationary), if the seat is too high, for more stability - I'd prefer it higher like you said, that storage space right below you is gold if fishing for a couple of hours. That said, I'd also put smaller pool noodles, cut shorter, on the armrests for more comfort, and perhaps even soften up the seat, and add lower back support - the possibilities are endless !
now thats what im talkn bout! great work! gota show theresa how you trick out her mod! luv it! WHAT!
Whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat?????????? appreciate that, thanks for your videos by the way, its one of the reasons I decided to jump off into Kayak fishing
Great idea. Way better than paying 200 bucks for a jackson seat. I hope Hobie decides to change the seat on the outback.
That was a great build and how to. I too have been trying to find one of those walmart chairs, like they have in the 30 miles out video, with no luck. I just bit the bullet and ordered a Jackson elite seat that should be in this week, to fit in my outback.
Thanks, I always like to have options on what im gonna bring or do and I had the time so this seemed like a fun thing to do thanks for watching
I have one of these with a sail and outriggers. I am going to build a seat for sure. I had a hip replacement a few years ago and it makes it very uncomfortable using what came with the kayak. I looked into getting a seat with a decent backrest from Hobie and they can run you up to $600 plus. Thanks for the video but I an going one step further and getting nice armrests for the chair I have in mind.
This was just an idea, go for broke and good luck
Very nice job! Really awesome!
thanks,
I place a seat cushion on top of my seat, it set me up high a dry but not too high.. The original back rest still works fine and it is comfortable. No tools required..
Gonna give that a shot
Linda Bedore That sounds like a good solution to my problem of having the Hobie Revo seat bottom scrunch up as slip back after boarding.
***** Jerry, I came up with another idea to keep cool while kayaking on a hot day. I adapted PVC to receive a golf umbrella to fit into one of the holes for the wheel kit. I used it last weekend on the Colorado River above Lee's Ferry. There was little wind so it worked perfect.Linda
Great idea. Thanks. I'll use duct tape inside the pvc to act as a dam for the epoxy
Very cool DIY. Trying to do a similar seat for an old Tarpon 120.
braveswin1 yeah then they changed seat on next model lol
Good job but why not cap the ends
Отличное решение! :)
awesome idea dude
nice build.... wife has the hobie mirage sport with the old style seat, not very comfy. wonder if this setup would work on the sport. thanks for sharing
great idea, good build
thx from Denmark!
thx for watching
Damn good job!
I'm looking at a kayak the guy cut the seat out that is a great idea
great idea! so much that I came across a similar chair for $1, so I had to try it. turned out good, but I was a little bit too far away from the pedals. I just stowed it and went back to the old seat and was on my way. were you able to get enough adjustment out of the pedals to make it comfortable?
Shaun Kelley not really had to move them all the way back, may just modify the chair again so it sits directly over the old seat area. I'm short so I was thinking it was just my legs
nice job!!!
Thanks appreciate that
How about a bolt instead of glue?????
probably will work
Nice, thanks for the tip!
Where do you find the rectangular foam blocks ?
Use 3/4" sch 80 pvc and pin with a screw or rivet. No need for epoxy.
Mr. CeeGee sounds good
put a set of Outriggers on it
You can afford a 2k dollar hobbie cat but cant afford a seat for it lol
lol 😂 how long did it take you to get out of the pool. Lesson one ☝️ never get in your kayak with out your paddle.
Donald Lacy lmao you are right and it took a bit to rock over to side
Why not keep it simple and just slip some plastic tube over the aluminum chair tube, and just add a stainless screw from both sides of the PVC "T's" into the aluminum chair feet? It's not like it has to be a structural project like a bridge.
You could do that, I just used what I had available. I wanted the bridge to control horizontal movement and prevent the leg from breaking off. Also if it fell into the water it may float long enough to grab it since its water tight.
Where I can get those seats?
Sergio Gómez I found at walmart
THEHOGZONE thanx man
Can you still reach the mirage drive and rudder control just fine while in this seat?
yeah, had to pull the pedals back a bit and adjust seat forward and it works. I have short legs so if you're 6 foot you won't have an issue. Does feel a bit top heavy though.
It looks nice, but I'm not sure why you'd want a $15 seat in a $3000 kayak.
You may want to try this instead:
www.hobiecat.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=53474
Good video with everything well explained. I'm going to modify my Hobie Revo by adding a Hobie I Comfort inflatable seat but first I'm going to try a "Wood Bead Seat Cover Massage Cool Premium Black Comfort Cushion" from Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DZ54I7I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00 for $17.90. The original seat bottom scrunches up when I slip back. I'm hoping this wood bead seat will keep that from happening without it becoming an aggravation itself.
***** that is a plan, been looking around for some kind of water proof foam to soften the ride so to speak