Hobie releases the all-new Mirage® Passport® R Series of rotomolded pedal kayaks

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Aug 2, 2022

Hobie, a leading manufacturer of premium kayaks and watersport products, has launched the newest additions to their 2022 product line with the unveiling of the Mirage Passport 12.0 R and the Mirage Passport 10.5 R. The first look of these new rotomolded kayaks were made at the on the water demo day at ICAST, the world’s largest sportfishing trade show.

Powered by MirageDrive® with Glide Technology and Kick-Up Fins, the new R Series models will be able to avoid obstacles with ease and navigate rocky or shallow waters thanks to the automatic retraction of Kick-Up Fins on impact and subsequent re-deployment once clear of the obstacle. With the rotomolded hull construction, available in Seagrass Green and Slate Blue, the new R models fuse a new sleek aesthetic with excellent performance and stability without sacrificing speed.

“Since 1950, Hobie has always strived to create fun, accessible experiences on the water,” said Kelley Woolsey, Hobie Vice President of Global Sales, Service, and Marketing. “Today’s launch of the new Mirage Passport R Series kayaks echo Hobie’s values and mission of always striving to improve and update our product offering to deliver the best experience available. Hobie will always ensure that the highest quality products are available for kayakers of all experience to enjoy.”

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