Post
Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 Now Available
Float Tubing, Kayaking, Paddling theangler PM
Hobie’s Mirage Pro Angler 12 was voted by buyers and media as the most innovative new product of ICAST 2012 in both the overall “Best of Show” and the “Best Boat” categories. Sponsored by Fishing Tackle Retailer, the New Product Showcase is the show’s flagship event and was more competitive than ever before. Exhibitors entered over 700 products that were judged on their levels of innovation, execution, workmanship, and practicality. The ceremony took place on the first night of the show. Morgan Promnitz, Hobie Fishing Product Manager, accepted the coveted award on behalf of the whole Hobie Cat Team.
Long known for their expertise in building watercraft, Hobie Cat introduced the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 fishing boat in March of this year. They took the defining feature used in their kayak line, the patented MirageDrive® pedal system, and combined it with their proven boat-designing capabilities to build this no-gas required, 100-percent fishing machine. Ever since the boat has been selling as fast as it can be produced. Winning the ICAST awards reflects both the individual success of the Pro Angler 12 as well as the spiraling growth of the small boat/kayak fishing markets. Here are the details on the Hobie® Mirage®. For details, visit www.hobie.com.
This 12-foot boat sports a 500-pound weight capacity and is packed full of “must-have” features that kayak anglers demand. From lakes to rivers to open ocean, this boat has no boundaries – stand and fish with incredible stability, securely store six rods (four horizontally, two vertically), and access your tackle with ease.
Integrated dual-steering controls for left or right-handed accessibility while underway. Vantage seating provides ultimate comfort and adjustability in a lightweight, easily removable form, along with Boa® system lumbar support technology. The “Lowrance Ready” installation system makes adding a fishfinder a breeze. Powered by our patented MirageDrive® with Turbo Fins, the Mirage Pro Angler 12 has got the giddy-up! Looking for an affordable, durable, lightweight, ultra-stable, “built-for-anglers” personal watercraft?
Specifications
Length: 12′ / 3.66 m
Width: 36″ / 0.91 m
Capacity: 500 lbs / 227 kg
Fitted Hull Weight: 98 lbs / 44.4 kg
Fully Rigged Weight: 120 lbs / 54.4 kg
Hull Construction: Rotomolded Polyethylene