hobie mirage outback s.u.v.
Aug 1, 2007 13:09:49 GMT -1
Post by ZEBRA on Aug 1, 2007 13:09:49 GMT -1
We tested the Hobie mirage outback s.u.v. at llanbedrog pwllheli.
The first thing we noticed was the quality of the build this is a well thought out kayak with lots of small storage places moulded in to the kayak for all the bits and bobs we carry and use while fishing .
The kayak was fitted with 3 round hatches as standard which gave great access to the inner hull for storage the rear tank well is moulded for a bait tank with a deep cut rectangle we used it to keep the catch fresh .
The round hatches are secured with stainless nuts and bolts and were fitted very snugly .
The rudder control was free and easy to use and mounted on the side gunwale to give easy access to the angler .
Note the well designed gunwale mouldings these proved a real susses with the anglers that tested this kayak while fishing bait was stored in one gunwale holder and made quick baiting easy .
There was ample bungee straps provided
The seat is superb offering both comfort and support to the user this seat can be bought separately and retrofitted to any kayak and would be a real winner on its own .
The leg space is deep and very comfortable while fishing
We then fitted the Hobie peddle propulsion unit to the kayak and were instantly amazed at the speed we could generate in a short distance the peddlers could easily keep pace with the paddlers and in most cases out manoeuvre them .
You can see the Hobie drive system fitted here .and below how it works .
All in our findings were that this is a very well designed and built kayak which we found quick on the water and very stable and should be considered when choosing a fishing platform it was a superb fishing platform which proved its self on the day we tested it thanks to Degs for spending the whole day giving it a full testing .
we were impressed with the welcome package that comes with each new kayak this contains a comprehensive DVD showing how to use you kayak as well as a safety section as far as we are aware this is the first kayak manufacturer to take safety seriously enough to point out that there is a very important issue which must be considered before you get any kayak on the water with any kayak .
when considering the Hobie mirage it should be noted you are buying a complete package which includes trolley drybag and paddle as well as the fittings which come as standard with the kayaks hatches / seat and drive .unit
we would like to thank Rory from Hobie uk for coming along and spending a weekend with us and show us the hobie range of kayaks and how to use them .
[glow=red,2,300]This review is also on the main website north wales kayak fishing [/glow]
northwaleskayakfishing.co.uk/id68.html
The first thing we noticed was the quality of the build this is a well thought out kayak with lots of small storage places moulded in to the kayak for all the bits and bobs we carry and use while fishing .
The kayak was fitted with 3 round hatches as standard which gave great access to the inner hull for storage the rear tank well is moulded for a bait tank with a deep cut rectangle we used it to keep the catch fresh .
The round hatches are secured with stainless nuts and bolts and were fitted very snugly .
The rudder control was free and easy to use and mounted on the side gunwale to give easy access to the angler .
Note the well designed gunwale mouldings these proved a real susses with the anglers that tested this kayak while fishing bait was stored in one gunwale holder and made quick baiting easy .
There was ample bungee straps provided
The seat is superb offering both comfort and support to the user this seat can be bought separately and retrofitted to any kayak and would be a real winner on its own .
The leg space is deep and very comfortable while fishing
We then fitted the Hobie peddle propulsion unit to the kayak and were instantly amazed at the speed we could generate in a short distance the peddlers could easily keep pace with the paddlers and in most cases out manoeuvre them .
You can see the Hobie drive system fitted here .and below how it works .
All in our findings were that this is a very well designed and built kayak which we found quick on the water and very stable and should be considered when choosing a fishing platform it was a superb fishing platform which proved its self on the day we tested it thanks to Degs for spending the whole day giving it a full testing .
we were impressed with the welcome package that comes with each new kayak this contains a comprehensive DVD showing how to use you kayak as well as a safety section as far as we are aware this is the first kayak manufacturer to take safety seriously enough to point out that there is a very important issue which must be considered before you get any kayak on the water with any kayak .
when considering the Hobie mirage it should be noted you are buying a complete package which includes trolley drybag and paddle as well as the fittings which come as standard with the kayaks hatches / seat and drive .unit
we would like to thank Rory from Hobie uk for coming along and spending a weekend with us and show us the hobie range of kayaks and how to use them .
[glow=red,2,300]This review is also on the main website north wales kayak fishing [/glow]
northwaleskayakfishing.co.uk/id68.html