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Originally Posted by thumper

Three things I like about the Hobie 'fin' system, compared to a prop system are:

If you need to transverse matts of surface weeds, you can easily hold the fins very close to the hull, (or pull it out) and use your paddle

If you do get weeds caught on your fins, it's quick & easy to pop the drive out, clean them off, and continue on your way.

If you're in shallow water on a slow current stream, you can use your fins to gently 'pinch' the bottom, and hold your position.

My Hobies were/are all 'old style' - no 'reverse'. I've just kept the paddle handy for 'reverse gear' !

^^^^THIS^^^^
Well said.