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Hobie Mirage Revolution

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Summary of Contents for Mirage Kayak

Page 1: ...Hobie Mirage Revolution ...

Page 2: ...f the Hobie way of life you are now on the road to pure adventure in pedaling and paddling This owner s manual is designed to help you get maximum enjoyment from your new Hobie kayak But more important it is designed to help you use it safely The content of this manual covers all Mirage kayaks ...

Page 3: ...gh at the surface of the water without compromising speed If the kayak is fully loaded with gear or is being pad dled and braced in rough conditions the shoulder areas provide secondary buoyancy and stability Maneuverability All 2007 Mirage Kayaks come with the patent pending Twist and Stow rudder system This system comes pre installed by our factory This new rudder is designed to flip out of the ...

Page 4: ...Mirage Drive until they are snug Pedal Adjustment LOCKED UNLOCKED FORWARD The pedals of the Hobie Mirage Drive are adjustable to accommodate different leg lengths of kayakers To adjust the pedals 1 Squeeze the adjuster han dles located on the pedal cranks 2 Keeping the adjuster handle squeezed move the pedal crank to the most comfortable position Like a bicycle it is best to adjust the pedals so t...

Page 5: ... open end wrench only giving it one half a turn at a time then do the same to the remaining three nuts Re check the tension and adjust accordingly Note Keep the pedal shafts and masts parallel When the shafts are together both masts must be straight down The idler pulley cable see item B in the illustration below will be tightened automatically when the front chain assembly is tightened Miscellane...

Page 6: ...These bolts give you the ability to change between a larger or smaller rudder blade The left steering control line passes up through the hole in the hex head bolt The right steering control line passes up through the hole here and is tight ened down with the small screw alongside it The left steer ing control line is tied off at the screw here There is an optional larger rudder blade available whi...

Page 7: ...following is a detail of how the up down rud der control is set up inside the kayak In order to have a good responsive feel to the steering you may have to adjust the tension of the steering lines from time to time Follow the diagram to the right for tuning the steering lines Pull more of this line and wrap it around the screw to trim your boat to the left Pull more of this line to trim your boat ...

Page 8: ... are used to attach accessories such as backrests Recommended Equipment for Specific Types of Pedaling and Paddling Basic Boating Life Jacket Paddle Paddle Leash Backrest Safety Whistle Filled Water Bottle Appropriate Safety Equipment Longer Distance Touring Dry Bags Chart Compass Additional Equipment for Diving Dive Flag Anchor Fishing Fishing Rod Holder Drip Guards Gear Bags Knee Braces Anchor A...

Page 9: ...re of your limitations Hobie Kayaks were not designed for fast moving water Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for use of this prod uct If additional outfitting is added to this craft use manufacturer approved materials only do not impair entry or exit access Read owner s information package prior to using this product The user of this product acknowledges both an understanding and assumpti...

Page 10: ...it by them or getting them hooked on your life jacket Pedaling First adjust the pedals to accommodate your size as shown a few pages back Adjustments can be made for a variety of leg lengths Adjust the pedal positions equally Sit with one pedal all the way forward so your knee stays slightly bent when your leg is fully extended Then you simply pedal back and forth to propel the boat forward For pe...

Page 11: ...ur control hand in a fixed position However a special technique must be used to get each blade in the water If the paddle is right hand controlled when the right blade is held vertical the left blade scoop is pointed mostly up the right hand will stay tight and the left hand loose To learn the process hold the paddle tight in your right hand and loose in your left Using the right hand rotate the p...

Page 12: ...t will be exposed to weather or in direct sunlight Kayaks should be stored upside down on the cockpit rails or suspended in the air When hanging your kayak make sure that the ropes or straps support most of the weight on the cockpit rails or the side of the boat A word of caution hang ing by the scupper hole s may cause distortion and hanging from the handles may place undue strain on them Storing...

Page 13: ... the straps may cause dents in the roof of the car Be sure to first consult your owner s manual for the car and roof rack system to ensure that you comply with all of their recommendations precautions and specifica tions A line run from the bow and stern of the boat to each bumper is required If your bumpers do not have a gap to pass a rope around look underneath There should be a loop of metal wh...

Page 14: ...ate the part counterclockwise 3 Grip the new part with your pliers and install it into the hole Be sure to put a little pressure into the hole so that the threads on the new part install in prop erly Hobie Cat Company 4925 Oceanside Blvd Oceanside CA 92056 It is our hope that no Hobie Kayak will ever end up in a landfill Is my boat repairable Hobie kayaks are very durable however on occasion they ...

Page 15: ...used by alterations or modifications Transportation of boat or parts to Hobie or its dealers Any boat used as a rental or placed in commercial service Any other consequential damage incidental damages or incidental expenses including damage to property Some states do not allow the exclusion or lim itation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation may not apply to you To Obtain...

Page 16: ...rs Utility trays around the cockpit Large cargo areas w Bungee tie downs Padded mid boat carrying handle Options Plug in Cart Sail Package Bimini Inflatable Outriggers and Dodger Length 12 8 3 86m Width 34 0 86 m Hull Weight 69 lbs 31 kg MirageDrive Weight 6 6 lbs 3 kg Capacity 450 lbs 204 kg Two 8 storage hatches Four molded in fishing rod holders Utility trays around the cockpit Cargo area w Bun...

Page 17: ...stowage pockets Options Plug in Cart Sail Package Bimini and Inflatable Outriggers Length 14 6 4 42 m Width 33 0 84 Hull Weight 69 lbs 31 kg MirageDrive Weight 6 6 lbs 3 kg Capacity 550 lbs 249 kg Length 16 4 88 m Width 27 5 0 70 Hull Weight 62 lbs 28 kg MirageDrive Weight 6 6 lbs 3 kg Capacity 350 lbs 159 kg Hobie Mirage Revolution Hobie Mirage Adventure Hobie Mirage Oasis Three storage hatches T...

Page 18: ...ns Stackable for easy storage transporting Options Plug in Cart Bimini and Inflatable Outriggers Length 11 3 35 m Width 30 0 76 m Hull Weight 48 lbs 22 kg Capacity 325 lbs 147 kg Length 11 6 3 51 m Width 34 0 86 m Hull Weight 60 lbs 27 kg Capacity 450 lbs 204 kg Two 8 storage hatches Four molded in cup holders Two mesh covered stowage pockets Easy carry molded in grip Large cargo area w Bungee tie...

Page 19: ...ngee tie downs Foot braces Options Plug in Cart Rudder System Bimini and Inflatable Outriggers Length 14 0 4 27 m Width 33 0 84 m Hull Weight 69 lbs 31 kg Capacity 540 lbs 245 kgg Two hatches 8 6 w fitted bag On deck storage w Bungee tie downs Two molded in cup holders Self draining seats Recessed scuppers scupper plugs Closed deck design w raised coam ings Options Plug in Cart Bimini and Inflatab...

Page 20: ...HOBIE CAT 4925 Oceanside Blvd Oceanside CA 92056 Phone 760 758 9100 Fax 760 758 1841 www hobiekayaks com REV 8 06 PN 89500 ...

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