Hobie Cat – the sailboat company – has been making great waves in the kayak fishing scene. Since 1999 have been offering Mirage Drive kayaks – the first fishing specific model came out in 2001. The mirage drive is a pedal-driven device that propels the boat. The pedal system is patented and unique to Hobie and it has been one of the greatest innovations in kayak fishing community since sit-on-tops.
Benefits of cycling:

The biggest advantage of a Hobie pedal kayak unit is that the user's hands remain free to fish, take pictures, talking on the phone, etc. If you have not experienced this – is necessary. Here are some scenarios of how to pedal a long way towards improving their experience of kayak fishing.

1. Windy and only put the kayak to make the perfect cast. You quickly left the shovel and pick up your stick and rush to make the deal before flying out of position – you forget to take your place, you miss the fish, forget to eat! In a Hobie, you can maintain your position and make the allocation – In fact you can make multiple models, because it will not fly out of position.

2. You are fishing bridge piers or mouth of a river and rowing to where you want to become a. She drops the blade and make a mold. Immediately drift back into the current and appeal continues – Getting probably left the area strike it wanted to be in a Hobie, pedaling up instead, match your speed to float in the current distribution and as often as you want without losing ground – nice!

3. He started his kayak through the waves and spent the morning-drive monster blues and some strong striped bass. You realize that now 3 miles off the beach with an oil output and a strong wind blowing in his face. You start to row back and realize that barely moves. The arms are still sore from the fight against all fish, the sun beating down on you, and you are not sure if your crying or if it's just the salt makes your eyes burn. Yes, you guessed it – you should be riding a Hobie in this situation. The unit develops a torque Mirage mass with less effort and give the extra boost you need to return to the beach.

How does the Mirage drive system?

El Mirage Drive is simple and easy to use. Let your feet rest naturally on the pedals and pedal without effort similar to a bicycle. The large muscles in the legs produce more powerful propulsion versus arms using a paddle. In addition, correct paddle usage requires training and practice – The pedal system is extremely easy to use and requires no special skills or additional training. Also stay drier because of drops eliminates pedal often you get to use a traditional double-ended paddle. The Mirage drive is also quiet and creates no splash. Did we mention that your hands will still free to fish?

Is the Mirage unit be used in shallow water?

Yes you can. Although the fins of the unit 20 inches, while fully extended out, which need not be fully extended in order to move along. You can still generate propulsion with a short pedal stroke. No is moving full speed, but the odds are that if you are really shallow, probably trying to sneak up on a fish anyway.

If you are really concerned about bottom trawling, the unit can be easily removed in the water and the boat can then be rowing with an oar traditional kayak.

So pedal for you?

Once you experience the benefits of hands-free kayak, the ability to float in the current and make good time through thick and thin, we would soon fall in love with the Hobie Mirage Drive kayaks.

So now that you've decided to pedal for you, all you have to do is to decide Kayak Hobie Mirage drive model to buy.

1. Hobie Sport is the smallest and lightest Mirage kayak and is aimed at smaller sizes (less than 235 pounds with inseam of 32 inches or less)

2. The Hobie Outback – the original kayak fishing may Mirage Drive handle almost any person. It has plenty of weight capacity and storage and many useful features that continue to make it one of the best options.

3. Hobie Revolution is one of the newest additions to the lineup of fishing Mirage Drive and has also been drawing the attention of the fishing community kayak. This is a much more elegant performance oriented hull compared to the Outback and has been a favorite among those who like their kayak paddle and as the pedal.

4. Hobie Adventure is the fastest kayak in the Hobie fleet at 16 'long. It has gained favor with both the largest kayak fishing water. If you need to cover some distance and do not mind the storage and transport of a kayak as this may be the model for you.

5. If you prefer that the water company in the Hobie Outfitter is a tandem model. This is a very stable platform and have discovered that a person can stand and sight fish while the other control the kayak. Be sure to take turns – not enough fish for everyone.

6. Some other great Hobie Mirage Oasis models include the fisherman Pro, and the Isle Adventure. Hobie Mirage inflatable kayaks also offers well: the i9., I12, i14 and the tandem.

If you have any questions about Hobie kayaks or would like help selecting the appropriate model feel free to contact a Hobie authorized kayak dealer. (see information below)

Craig Sheppard is an experienced kayak angler, outdoors enthusiast, and the General Manager of Kayak Fishing Stuff. To learn more about kayak fishing and fishing kayaks visit: http://www.kayakfishingstuff.com

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