What is the lightest Hobie pedal kayak?

Leading the new line-up, the streamlined Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight is Hobie's lightest, most transportable and most maneuverable pedal kayak. With a generous capacity of 350 pounds, it features intuitive rudder control to turn on its axis and navigate tight waterways with ease.

Who makes the lightest pedal kayak?

The Native Watercraft Slayer Propel 10 is the lightest 10' pedal fishing kayak in the market, weighing in at only 62 pounds (without the drive unit).

Which Hobie kayak is most stable?

The sail- and MirageDrive 180 powered Adventure Island is Hobie's most stable and fastest fishing platform.

How much does a Hobie Mirage Outback weight?

With a hull length of 12'9” (389 cm) and a width of 34” (86 cm), the new Outback is not exactly ideal for those who might prefer to cartop their kayak. That said, it is still relatively light, weighing in at 103 lbs (46.72 kg).

How do I choose a Hobie kayak?

Hobie Lynx Mirage Kayak - Lightweight Pedal Drive for Fishing or Recreation

Is a lighter kayak better?

A more lightweight kayak is easier to carry, easier to load onto your car (especially by yourself) and easier to get up to speed. A lighter boat also allows you to carry more gear because less of the weight capacity is taken up by the weight of the boat itself.

Is Hobie worth the money?

Hobies are expensive but worth it. There are many options that are available and easily installed. There are other good kayak brands but we like the Hobie due to its propulsion system, especially if open water kayak fishing. Plus they seem to maintain their resale value.

Which Hobie kayak is fastest?

The stretched-out, 16-foot long Mirage Revolution 16 is Hobie's fastest MirageDrive kayak.

Does Hobie make paddle kayaks?

Hobie has over 20 models of Hobie pedal kayaks.

What should I look for in a pedal kayak?

Tracks on the hull for easy on/off mounting of accessories. At least one forward and two rear flush-mounted rod holders that are there when you need them and out of the way when you don't. Non-slip floor pads made from EVA foam that provide traction when fighting fish and comfort when standing up.

Is a pedal kayak good exercise?

You can enjoy strength-training kayak exercise for legs when using a pedal kayak. The same water resistance that benefits your arms when paddle kayaking, will get your legs in shape – quads, hamstrings, and calf muscles – with a pedal kayak!

What year did the Hobie Pro Angler 12 come out?

In 2010, we had the chance to field test the Hobie Pro Angler, a 14-foot, 38-inch wide tank of a kayak. This “boat” had all the bells and whistles a fisherman could possibly want, coupled with Hobie's Mirage drive pedal propulsion.

What is a good weight for a kayak paddle?

Generally, kayak paddles' weight ranges from 1.5 to 4 pounds. A paddle is considered lightweight until it exceeds 2 pounds, or 36 ounces.

What is a good weight for a kayak?

You could say that, on average, kayaks weigh somewhere between 20 and 80 pounds, with some getting close to – or going beyond – the 100-pound mark.

Is a heavier kayak harder to paddle?

power is unchanged, and that you can paddle just as hard with or without the extra weight. Note that faster paddlers and heavier paddlers will see slightly less effect from 1kg change in weight than average paddlers (vice versa for slower paddlers and lighter paddlers).

Are Hobie kayaks good for fishing?

Since its introduction, Hobie's Mirage pedal-powered line-up has revolutionized kayak fishing. Whether you're looking for the forward and reversing MirageDrive 180 or the MirageDrive with Glide Technology, these fishing kayaks can access more water more efficiently and quietly than any competing design.

What kayaks use Mirage drive?

The MirageDrive GT comes standard on 2021 Mirage Passport 10.5, Mirage Passport 12, Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight, Mirage iTrek 11, Mirage iTrek 14 Duo and Mirage Fiesta kayaks.