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Product catalog summary
Introduction
Hobie Alter, the founder of Hobie, revolutionized water sports with innovative designs in surfing and sailing. The company continues this legacy with kayaks designed for fun and efficiency, particularly through the introduction of the pedal-driven MirageDrive system.
Historical Background
Initially, kayaks were used for hunting and fishing, but Hobie transformed them into recreational vessels. The company identified the limitations of traditional kayaks and canoes, such as fragility and instability, and addressed these with durable, stable designs.
Innovations
Hobie introduced the MirageDrive in 1997, a pedal-powered system inspired by penguin fin strokes, allowing for hands-free kayaking. This innovation enhanced speed, range, and user experience, making kayaking more accessible and enjoyable.
Product Features
Hobie kayaks are equipped with features like ergonomic carrying handles, large storage hatches, sail mounts, and the MirageDrive system. These features enhance usability, comfort, and versatility, catering to both recreational users and serious fishermen.
Model Highlights
  • Hobie Sport: Compact and versatile, suitable for various activities with adjustable seating and MirageDrive.
  • Outback: Offers stability and ample storage, ideal for fishing and photography.
  • Revolution 11 and 13: Lightweight with fast hulls, designed for speed and maneuverability.
Fishing Capabilities
Hobie kayaks are designed with fishing in mind, featuring rod holders, ample storage, and the ability to navigate shallow waters quietly. The pedal system allows for hands-free operation, enhancing the fishing experience.
Conclusion
Hobie kayaks combine innovative design with practical features to offer a unique and enjoyable kayaking experience. The focus on fun, efficiency, and versatility makes them a top choice for water enthusiasts.
Overview of Hobie Mirage Kayaks and Accessories
Hobie Mirage Series Accessories
  • Anchor Kit: Includes a three-pound folding anchor, 60 feet of line, and a storage bag. Best used with the Hobie Anchor Trolley Kit.
  • Stake-Out Pole: A fiberglass pole with a metal tip and rubber grip for maintaining position in shallow waters. Connects to the Hobie Anchor Trolley Kit.
  • Drift Chute: A cone-shaped sea anchor to slow drift in windy conditions, compatible with the Hobie Anchor Trolley Kit.
  • Anchor Trolley: A closed-loop line system for easy deployment of anchors and drift chutes, allowing for quick orientation changes.
  • Fish Finder Package: Includes a Lowrance X-4 Pro fish finder with Dual-Search technology, a RAM mount, and an installation kit.
  • Ram Rod Tube: Keeps fishing rods within reach, suitable for trolling in various water conditions.
  • Gear Buckets: Tackle boxes designed to fit Hobie’s 8" Twist and Seal hatch.
  • Ultimate Kayak Navigation Package: Features a Lowrance GPS, RAM Mount, and Ritchie Compass for navigation.
  • Hobie Livewell: A quiet, efficient livewell with a high-flow pump, battery, and adjustable drain.
  • Rod Holder Extension: Provides added security for rods with a large-diameter sleeve.
  • Rod Leash: Protects rods with a quick-connect hook and elasticized webbing.
  • Safety Kit: A 33-piece first-aid kit fitting into an 8" Twist and Seal hatch.
  • Safety Flag: A four-foot tall orange safety pole for increased visibility.
Hobie Mirage Kayak Models
  • Outfitter: Designed for utility and performance with features like dual MirageDrives, ample storage, and a stable hull. Specs include a length of 12' 8", width of 34", and a capacity of 425 lbs.
  • Oasis: Offers quick acceleration and cruising speed with dual MirageDrives and multiple storage areas. Specs include a length of 14' 6", width of 33", and a capacity of 550 lbs.
  • Adventure: A long, lean touring kayak with features for speed and storage. Specs include a length of 16', width of 27.5", and a capacity of 350 lbs.
  • Adventure Island: A versatile kayak that can be converted into a sailing craft with amas and a mainsail. Specs include a length of 16', mast height of 15' 2", and a max load of 350 lbs.
  • Tandem Island: A two-person sailing kayak with dual MirageDrives and a roller-furling mainsail. Specs include a length of 18' 6", beam with amas out of 10', and a capacity of 600 lbs.
  • Pro Angler: Designed for fishing with a stable hull, rod storage, and ample deck space. Specs include a length of 13' 8", width of 38", and a capacity of 600 lbs.
  • i9S: An inflatable kayak offering performance and portability, suitable for travel. Specs include a length of 9', width of 36", and a capacity of 325 lbs.
  • i12S: An inflatable kayak with a wide hull and MirageDrive for speed and performance. Specs include a length of 12', width of 36", and a capacity of 500 lbs.
  • i14T: A two-person inflatable kayak with dual MirageDrives, suitable for various activities. Specs include a length of 14', width of 36", and a capacity of 550 lbs.
Key Features and Options
  • All models meet NMMA certification requirements for flotation.
  • Options include plug-in carts, sail packages, electric motor kits, and more.
  • Standard features often include MirageDrive systems, adjustable seats, storage hatches, and rudder controls.
Specifications
- Length: 14' / 4.27 m
- Width: 36" / 0.91 m
- MirageDrive Weight: 6.6 lbs / 3 kg
- Hull Weight: 61 lbs / 27.67 kg
- Capacity: 550 lbs / 249 kg
- Options: Plug-in cart, Sail package, Electric pump, Drink holder, Rod/Accessory holder, Hobie eVolve powered by Torqeedo electric motor kit
Hobie eVolve System
The Hobie eVolve is a quiet, efficient electric engine designed for MirageDrive kayaks. It offers two mounting options and can maintain cruising speeds of two knots for up to eight hours. The system includes a 230wh Lithium-Manganese battery with a built-in GPS for speed and range information. The eVolve can be used as a primary or secondary power source, enhancing the kayaking experience by expanding exploration possibilities.
Paddle Series
  • Hobie Lanai: A compact, stable kayak ideal for shorter paddlers, featuring a 9' length and 30" width. It is lightweight and easy to transport.
  • Quest 11: Designed for anglers, this kayak includes rod holders and ample storage. It is 11' 1" long and 29" wide, with a capacity of 300 lbs.
  • Quest 13: A fishing kayak with extensive storage options, measuring 13' in length and 28.5" in width, with a capacity of 350 lbs.
  • Kona: A two-person kayak that can be easily handled by one person, offering stability and maneuverability. It is 11' 6" long and 34" wide.
  • Odyssey: A family-oriented kayak with a 14' length and 33" width, capable of carrying up to 550 lbs.
Accessories
Hobie offers a range of accessories including luggage, hats, sunglasses, tech shirts, waterwear, life vests, and various kayak-specific items like the MirageDrive Stow Bag, Mirage Sail Kit, and Bimini. Additional accessories include trailers, roof rack pads, navigation packages, and safety kits.
Specifications and Product Descriptions
  • Anchor Trolley Kit: A system that allows easy setting and deployment of anchors or poles from the cockpit, enhancing boat positioning without moving around.
  • Stake-Out Pole: A vertical anchor for shallow waters, easily driven into sandy or muddy bottoms and secured to various points on the kayak.
  • Inflatable Life Jacket: Lightweight and comfortable, suitable for various water sports, available in Red/Grey and Tan/Grey.
  • Hobie Hi-Back Fisherman Vest: A PFD designed for fishing and hunting, offering comfort and safety with essential tools at hand, available in Mango and Cactus colors.
  • Livewell: An 8-gallon unit for Hobie kayaks, accommodating three rods, with optional additional rod holders.
  • Hunting Accessories: Includes gun mounts and camo dodgers for specific kayak models, enhancing concealment.
  • Sidekick Ama Kit: Provides additional stability for Hobie and other kayak designs, available in Light Grey and Dark Green.
  • Mirage ST Turbo Kit: Enhances speed with larger fins, compatible with all MirageDrives.
  • Kayak Customization Package: Offers optional attachment points for enhanced usability and aesthetics.
  • Ultimate Fishing Package: Includes a fish finder, gear bucket, rod holders, and an anchor trolley kit.
  • Fish Finder Package: Comes with an X-4 Pro Fish Finder and installation kit.
  • Fly Fishing Package: Includes a sidekick, fly-rod holder, and gear keeper.
Kayak Models and Specifications
  • Mirage Series: Various models with specifications on length, width, weight, and capacity, meeting NMMA certification requirements.
  • Pro Angler and Inflatable Series: Detailed specifications for single and tandem models, including weight and capacity.
Color Options
  • Available in colors like Caribbean Blue, Golden Papaya, Red Hibiscus, Ivory Dune, and Olive, with specific options for different series.
Contact Information
  • Hobie Cat Company locations in the USA, Europe, and Australasia, with contact details for customer support.
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Kayaking / Fishing Collection

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About Us "The Cat That Flies" February 6, 1970 Maximimum fun, minimal drag— for us, that’s always been the program, both from a boat-design perspective and as a guiding philosophy. It began with our founder Hobie Alter, an avid surfercum-sailor-cum-inventor who revolutionized two sports (and their related cultures)—surfing and sailing—and continues today with our innovative kayaks that are purposebuilt to make you smile. While the kayak shape is one of humanity’s most basic water-borne craft, they were traditionally built for hunting, fishing and locomotion—not recreation. Recent centuries have...

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redfish. Plus, they featured less drag through the water than anything else afloat. Taking the lessons we learned about powering through surf from sailboats and surfboards, Hobie’s designers combined beaching-friendly rotomolded polyethylene technology with a low-drag, stable hull form to create the Hobie Pursuit (1996), our first kayak. After some careful R&D, we realized that our arms and shoulders often burned-out before we were ready to head ashore. The breakthrough came in 1997 with a simple-yet-revolutionary idea: Instead of paddling, why not mount fins under the hull and connect them to...

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The Hobie Mirage Series ® What makes Hobie Kayaks the Best Ride At Hobie, maximizing good times is always the goal. We believe that kayaking should be accessible, rewarding and—above all else—fun. This starts with how you power yourself through the water. For many kayakers, the chore of paddling for long hours can threaten their fun factor. Plus, paddle splashes can scare fish or birds and distract from your peaceful, on-the-water experience. Why struggle to pull with your arms when it’s way more efficient to push with your legs? Hobie’s team figured out a better solution: lose the paddle and...

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1. MirageDrive Hobie’s MirageDrive was born of the theory that it’s easier to push something with your legs (big muscles) than it is to pull something with your upper body (smaller muscles). On Hobie Mirage series kayaks, traditional paddles are included but not needed. Instead, two pedals, mounted on levers just forward of your seat, are attached to powerful underwater fins via the MirageDrive’s sleek, lightweight design. When pedaled, these flexible fins assume the shape of a propeller blade, providing forward motion with each pedal stroke. And because the fin inverts its shape on the opposite...

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Mirage Series Standard Features: Carrying handle When it comes to delivering multi-sport adventures, the versatile Hobie Sport plays to all audiences. The key is its moveable seat, which can be positioned fore or aft to accommodate kayakers of all statures and ability levels. Hobie’s MirageDrive system is standard, and the boat’s stable design facilitates a variety of activities, from a leisurely afternoon pedal to a relaxing evening of catching zephyrs using the optional Sail Package. 6" Twist and Seal hatch Sail mount MirageDrive Two-piece paddle w/ on-hull storage Specs: Options: Length: 9'...

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Mirage Series Standard Features: Carrying handle Regardless of the day’s agenda, the Outback’s can-do utility and allaround functionality allow you to get the job done in style. A wide hull provides form stability, allowing you to cast—or reel in the big one— without rocking the boat. The Outback features plenty of cargo and stowage space, and, thanks to its MirageDrive system, your hands are free to tend to your photography, casting, or whatever else is on the day’s “work list”. Large covered bow hatch Sail mount Two-piece paddle w/ on-hull storage MirageDrive Rod holders Specs: Options: Length:...

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Mirage Series Standard Features: Carrying handle Modeled after the bigger Revolution 13, the “Revo 11” features a fastyet-stable hull form, Hobie’s innovative MirageDrive system, generous stowage and lashing configurations and an optional sailing kit, giving you the ability to go. The Revo 11’s featherweight hull accelerates quickly and its nimble-minded design and impressive turning radius allows you to adroitly stalk fish and confidently negotiate persnickety shoals or currents. Large covered bow hatch Sail mount MirageDrive Specs: Options: Length: 11' 6" / 3.51 m Plug-in cart, Sail package,...

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Mirage Series Standard Features: Carrying handle Kayaking form and function intertwine with the Revolution 13. Whether you’re seeking a nimble kayak, a floating SUV, or an all-out dragster for settling friendly dockside wagers, the “Revo 13” stands ready. Featuring a lightweight, low-drag hull shape, the Revo 13 accelerates quickly and maintains speed with minimal effort; abovedeck, it’s designed for maximum hauling capacity. Three enclosed stowage spots (bow, midships and stern) and a generous stern cargo area facilitate everything from an evening paddle to a multi-day excursion. Large covered...

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The Hobie Mirage Series Why Fish from a Hobie Mirage? Peace and quiet. When you ditch the engine, you command the element of surprise; when you trade a heavy fishing boat for a kayak, shallows and reefs become casual casting grounds. Pedal instead of paddle and you liberate your hands to net your catch. Combine these factors and chances are excellent that you’ll catch more fish—and have more fun doing it—than you ever thought possible. Innovative, experienced design defines every Hobie kayak: Rod holders where you want them; ample stowage and cargo space; comfortable, ergonomic seats and the...

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10 7 6 5 8 4 9 8. Rod Leash Replacing a lost rod is no trivial purchase; safeguard your investment with Hobie’s Rod Leash. The quick-connect hook and heavyduty, elasticized webbing are effective and unobtrusive. 4. Gear Buckets This drop-in tackle box is specially designed to integrate with Hobie’s 8" Twist and Seal hatch to keep you organized. Keep your kit handy with a Gear Bucket. 6. Hobie Livewell The quiet-yet-capable Hobie Livewell is both efficient and effective. Features a highflow, self-priming Attwood pump, a six-volt gel cell battery and charger, an adjustable drain, and a tank capacity...

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