Exciting news for local kayakers

The Iconic Hobie Fishing Kayaks, whose headquarters are based here on the NSW South Coast, have boosted the sport by joining forces with kayak competition body ‘B.A.S.S Australia Nation’.

This means more events for anglers throughout this region to compete in, and what great events they are.

The Hobie Kayak Fishing Series has gone from strength to strength since its inception in 2009 to become the elite kayak fishing series in Australia. 2013 saw the series evolve to include the Hobie Kayak Bass Series and now, with two solid years of growth and development in kayak bass fishing, it’s time to take it to the next level!

Hobie and B.A.S.S Australia Nation have moved further forward and in 2015 aim to establish the Hobie Kayak Bass Series as the recognized standard for excellence in kayak bass fishing tournaments throughout the country.

With these objectives in mind, B.A.S.S. Australia Nation and Hobie Fishing have united to take the series to a completely new level on a whole new playing field. This affiliation will assist in reaching their shared goal of producing the best kayak bass series in Australia.

“Hobie and B.A.S.S. Australia Nation share similar values in tournament fishing events. Each encourages enjoyment while maintaining safety, courtesy, honesty, sportsmanship, good conservation practices, a strict adherence to fishery regulatory standards and a desire to perpetuate quality, competitive bass fishing opportunities. It’s a perfect fit!”
Steve Fields, Managing Director Hobie Cat Australasia

“I can’t think of anything more exciting in the Kayak world than Hobie and B.A.S.S. Australia Nation partnering up to create the Ultimate Bass Kayak Tournament Series for the anglers. With this new venture we expect the Kayak tournaments to reach new heights, and as time goes on more and more will be available for the competitors and fans. Bring on the 2015 Kayak Season!”
Drew McGrath, Managing Director B.A.S.S. Australia Nation

The Hobie Kayak Bream Series and Hobie Fishing World Championship events have both been enormous successes. They have raised the bar in terms of kayak fishing tournaments and have set the standard for others to follow worldwide. With this new association B.A.S.S. Australia Nation and Hobie intend to take Kayak Bass Fishing in Australia to these same world standards.

I urge you to try one of these competitions, or even just go down to the weigh in for a start and have a peek at what’s on offer.

For more info check out www.facebook.com/Hobie.Fishing.Australasia

See  you on the water.
Rob Paxevanos