Reviewer:

Pat Tuman

Rating:

5

Date:

5/2/2013

Review:

I found the Hobie AMA Outrigger kit to be easy to install and very helpful while sailing in windy conditions. It's stable and gives a secure feeling in the water. I especially want to thank the people at Austin Kayak for there quick response. I ordered the outrigger one day, and it was at my front door the next. Excellent job.

Reviewer:

StaPuft

Rating:

4

Date:

12/31/2012

Review:

Hobie Revo. Very easy to install. Installation was directly behind the seat with the included hardware (wellnuts). The amas do interfere with my natural paddle stroke, but the nice thing is that they are easily removed. I have only had the opportunity to test them out once and that was a very brief trial on calm waters. I stood up to see if I would be able to cast a lure in that position. So far "no" is my answer to that question. Maybe with some work on my balance and confidence it would be possible. I will update this review when I get some hours on the water. I do like the idea of backing plates and nuts rather than wellnuts. Am also looking forward to other reviewers' luck with the longer wellnuts. ACK is tops.

Reviewer:

BluGillMan

Rating:

5

Date:

10/28/2012

Review:

Mounting tips: You need to make anchor plates...can be made from plexiglass 1/4 thick....using Goop....drill & screw down first...make sure the brackets are aligned across your kayak...unscrew.....use 2 plates each side...goop the first on your kayak, goop the 2nd onto the first and screw down......do the other side....make sure they are aligned.....drill the rubber mount holes......goop the hole & goop the rubber...push into place.....do not screw down as if it is wood or metal.....just enough.... do the other side...not in the instructions is to prevent twisting.....drill a small hole for a set screw through the bar bracket& metal bar & put a small screw into it and do the same to the end opposite the snap pin on each side of the sidekicks to prevent it from twisting also pivoting...let dry a couple of days. The mounting plates help hold the bar to the kayak and give it tremendous holding power.

Reviewer:

bob

Rating:

1

Date:

9/30/2012

Review:

This product is made in china and guess what? it failed the first day on the water as the plastic connector became unglued.

Reviewer:

BluGillMan

Rating:

5

Date:

9/21/2012

Review:

Purchased two sets already heading for my 3rd set as soon as you get the new 2013 ocean Moken 14 kayaks on your site. Enough said about how good they are!!!

Reviewer:

Mary, Lake Geneva, WI

Rating:

5

Date:

8/20/2012

Review:

This product was easy to install and makes a tremendous difference in the stability of my Hobie Mirage Revolution when under sail.

Reviewer:

Hobie Dan

Rating:

5

Date:

8/8/2012

Review:

They work even better than expected. As with everything that I have bought made by Hobie the quality is good. The Sidekicks will make your sailing or fishing kayak a more pleasant experience.

Reviewer:

Asif

Rating:

4

Date:

8/1/2012

Review:

Hard to paddle in a dual person boat However great product. Great service from ACK would definitely buy from them again

Reviewer:

trzam400

Rating:

5

Date:

7/11/2012

Review:

I have a hobie sport, I wanted to learn how to sail. I figured this was a wise investment since I cant find any second hand. A MUST HAVE IF YOU ARE SAILING. and the only differecne that I noticed is that I cannot flip yak. does not slow down any that I have noticed very happy with product. Im going to buy a second set for my adventure. PS if you have any questions about mounting watch youtube vids. only complaints that I have read in reviews are from people that use paddles. but thats why you bought a hobie.

Reviewer:

Trzan400

Rating:

5

Date:

7/11/2012

Review:

Great item to have ez to install if u have any questions on mounting check out youtube a must have if you are sailing or just to make sure you dont dump your gear in the drink I have a Hobie sport and use for sailing

Reviewer:

Jim

Rating:

5

Date:

4/20/2012

Review:

The sidekicks are great. Installed them and used them the same day. Now I dont worry about tipping over so easily. Product is everthing it is advertised. ACK shipped quickly. Very pleased

Reviewer:

John

Rating:

5

Date:

7/8/2011

Review:

The Sidekicks are great , installed them on my Outback ,now I can sail with great stability and confidence. Oh and by the way .. thank you ACK for your fast service !!!