Kayaking/Fishing Collection
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KAYAKING+FISHING COLLECTION

Hobie Alter shaped his first surfboard in his parents’ Laguna Beach garage. After ample hands-on R&D, Hobie introduced a lightweight, beachable sailing catamaran, the Hobie 14. Hobie teamed up with Grubby Clark to produce the world’s first fiberglassand-foam-core boards, revolutionizing surfing. Introduced the Hobie Hawk remote controlled glider. Reading the water is tricky, but Hobie tamed reflected light with its line of polarized sunglasses. Demand for Hobie’s boards spiked, so he opened his first Surf Shop in Dana Point, California. After witnessing the birth of skateboarding, Hobie...

INNOVATING NEW WAYS TO PLAY ON THE WATER SINCE 1950 1997 Hobie MirageDrive® delivered “A New Way to Kayak,” by pedaling instead of paddling. The Hobie Float Cat marked the company’s first cast into angling. A design ahead of its time, the Hobie TriFoiler dropped jaws with its staggering speed. The versatile Mirage Adventure Island offered the ability to sail, pedal, paddle and play. Hobie Alter’s epic biography. The Mirage Outback introduced kayak fishing in an SUV package. Building on 50 years of industry-leading board design, Hobie SUPs propelled surf sports off the beach to nearly any...

MIRAGE SERIES: HERE’S AN OVERVIEW OF THE INNOVATIVE FEATURES THAT HAVE MADE HOBIE KAYAKS AND FISHING BOATS WORLD-RENOWNED: 1. MOLDED CARRYING HANDLES Ergonomic handles fitted to stainless padeyes (bow and stern) make portaging easier and more comfortable. At Hobie, helping people have unforgettable on-the-water experiences, ranks supreme. We believe that kayaking and fishing should be accessible, rewarding and—above all else—fun. This starts with locomotion. For many kayakers, long hours of paddling can dampen their fun factor, and paddle splashes can startle fish and wildlife. So we asked...

4. MIRAGEDRIVE W/ GLIDE TECHNOLOGY Bio-inspired, revolutionary design, world-renowned handsfree propulsion, with no paddle needed. Adjustable for a wide range of pedalers. New Bluefins retract against the hull for shallow water and easy beach landings. Durable construction of composite materials and stainless steel masts. Quick and easy “Click and Go” installation and removal for transport and storage. New Glide Technology offers reduced resistance and increased efficiency. New state-of-the-art design, with 4-way adjustability for more comfort in the cockpit or on the beach, Enjoy...

MIRAGE SERIES MIRAGE SPORT The Sport is sized just right for quick escapes, nine easy feet of kick-back kayak with Hobie MirageDrive motivation. Hop on and go. Stay awhile; the cushy Vantage CT will float away your cares. The Sport is compact, but doesn’t skimp on comfort or storage. Back friendly; you shouldn’t break a sweat getting to or from the water. Focus on fun; the durable polyethylene is carefree and tough. The Sport has a big heart that equally loves pleasure cruising and teasing bass in the sticks. CREW: 1 LENGTH: 9' 7" / 2.92 m WIDTH: 29.5" / 0.75 m CAPACITY*: 225 lbs / 102 kg...

PERFECT FOR POCKET W ATER, PACKS A LOT OF BOAT INTO A COMPACT PACKAGE.

MIRAGE SERIES M IRAGE OUTBACK The legendary design that propelled the MirageDrive to fishing supremacy is better than ever. It’s still every inch an Outback, with a time-tested hull that’s an ideal blend of confident stability and smooth maneuverability. Yet quicker, thanks to efficient Glide Technology with Bluefins. The deck is freshly redesigned around the marvelous Vantage CT seat to maximize stand-up space and storage. Cruise, camp, or catch. The Outback is packed full of fishing features, including the Lowrance Ready System that makes sonar installation a cinch. CREW: 1 LENGTH: 12' 1"...

SPORTING POWERHOUSE. HO BI EKAYAKS.COM

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THE REVOLUTION 11’s SLEEK HULL WILL RACE YOU TO YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE. The sleek “Revo 11” is lightning fast off the line, a MirageDrive powered pocket rocket that’ll turn in its own length. Performance in a tidy 11-ft. package, easy to transport and store. The eye-catching Revolution 11 comes with all the essentials available on larger models, at significantly reduced weight: molded-in rod holders, multiple hatches and a spacious storage well. There isn’t a single wasted inch on this compact fish-capable cruiser. CREW: 1 LENGTH: 11' 6" / 3.51 m WIDTH: 29" / 0.74 m CAPACITY*: 275 lbs / 125 kg...

MIRAGE SERIES MIRAGE REVOLUTION 13 The flowing, liquid lines of the Revolution 13 deliver an undeniable message. This is a quick, seaworthy and efficient design that, at 28.5-in. wide, hits the sweet spot for stability minus any slowdown. Catchy too, with dual rod holders and generous tackle storage. If you crave a change of pace from hands-free MirageDrive glide and pick up the paddle, the “Revo 13” still makes tracks. Whether fishing or exploring, the Revolution 13 loves a twisty, challenging course. The lightweight, rotomolded hull sings when under optional Sail kit power. CREW: 1...

OFFERS KICKED-UP PERFORMANCE AND ALL THE CATCHY NECESSITIES. HO BI EKAYAKS.COM

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CREW: 1 LENGTH: 16' / 4.88 m WIDTH: 27.5" / 0.7 m CAPACITY*: 350 lbs / 159 kg FITTED HULL WEIGHT*: 75.5 lbs / 34 kg FULLY RIGGED WEIGHT*: 92 lbs / 42 kg HULL CONSTRUCTION: Rotomolded Polyethylene LOWRANCE READY SYSTEM INCLUDED* *Refer to website for complete details Sleek. The Hobie Mirage Revolution 16 boasts a long, lean hull that’s low on drag and big on speed, allowing you to glide along at a pace typically reserved for far more fragile kayaks. Instead of requiring constant babying, the Revo 16’s rugged, rotomolded polyethylene hull stands ready to brave any beach. Consider the Revo...

MIRAGE SERIES MIRAGE OUTFITTER

SMOOTH, STABLE, AND BUILT FOR TWO A kayak with one of Hobie’s easy and elegant MirageDrives is quick. Adding a second really pours on the speed. Bring along a friend, your significant other, or a child—dual helm control means either of you can steer this wide, stable hull. Or go solo. The Outfitter is the more compact of Hobie’s pair of rotomolded polyethylene tandems, a little easier to store than its larger sibling. Room for two doesn’t mean sacrificing storage: utility trays, a trio of Twist and Seal hatches, and a large rear storage area provide plenty of room. CREW: 1-2 LENGTH: 12' 8"...