The 12-foot Mirage Passport takes you where you want to go with ease and world-class authority with the revolutionary MirageDrive with Glide Technology and Kick-Up Fins. Like most recreational kayaks, the Hobie Mirage Passport has a sit-on-top design. Compass for usability and passport for money savings. As a pedal fishing kayak, you can expect the Hobie Mirage Passport to be more expensive than many similar paddle kayaks. I have a Compass. One of the few things that can warp and weaken the plastic is prolonged exposure to direct sunlight as the UV rays will limit the lifetime of your boat. Youre also free to use a paddle if you want, and Id recommend bringing one along just in case something happens with the MirageDrive. For really tight corners, using a paddle gives you a little more control, especially in shallow areas or passing over sand bars.
Started 20 minutes ago, By The is a recess in the bottom of the hull so that when the Mirage Drive is in its folded up position it is protected by the shape of the hull. We have always been independently owned and operated, and treat our customers the way wed like to be treated. Lets check out the Hobie Outback vs Compass to see what the differences are between the two. Pelican Sentinel 100XR Angler Kayak Review [2022], Could benefit from some more attachment spots, The comfortable, removable seat makes a handy camp chair at the end of the day, Fairly light for a pedal kayak at 85 pounds, Better speed and tracking than the Compass, Propellers independent housing makes for easier maintenance. KayakFishing: paddle or pedal. Started Thursday at 07:54 AM, By The Mirage Drive GT delivers an ultra smooth ride. Theres no skid plate on the keel, so while you can drag it, try to minimize the impact as this can hamper the boats performance. If you live in a cold-weather or rainy environment, sit-on-top kayaks have little protection for the paddler.