Hobie Passport 10.5 - ON WATER REVIEW

2023 Hobie Passport

(NOT A PAID PROMOTION....THIS IS A NON-BIAS REVIEW)
This video is a comprehensive review of the 2019 Hobie Passport 10.5 Mirage Drive Pedal Kayak. I went to my local Hobie dealer (Estero River Outfitters) and tested one out on the water. I then tried some of the fun accessories for it like the Bimini shade & Mirage Sail Kit. I even go in depth on measuring some key areas. This kayak fits paddlers up to 275lbs (max seat capacity) and holds 325lbs total weight paddler & gear. More details can be found at links above.

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[BoomVang]

A missing pulley in the back is due to wisdom, not oversight. It helps to not have so much force transmitted to your hand gripping the slick line in medium or strong winds. Don't tie it or chock it, but appreciate the near perfect amount of friction as designed. P.S. it sails better upwind than down or sidewind due to no boom.

[montrich]

I love this kayak! It has great stability. The kayak is wide so i feel more secure. It is perfect for me!

[LarryTalbot_]

Excellent coverage here. I didn't have a single question at the end!


But I was sure Hobie was were going to save the release for this one for iCAST and try to snag some awards to boost sales! Just goes to show, no matter how many years I've been in this hobby, I get fooled once in a while too!


I think this might be the poor man's answer to the TI, with the extra the add-ons! I love the bimini idea. Of course that's nothing new, but this one plugs right in. What more can you ask for?! And I think we are heading in that direction because it seems the sun is getting more treacherous with each passing year. Its had to enjoy a relaxing day on the water when the sun is cooking you from above and sweat is burning your eyes!

[joenavy]

Upgrading. Getting one today. Going with 12ft passport down here on the forgotten coast. LTD.

[SilverCymbal]

This kayak was a game changer at $1299 now 5 years later its $1800 at dealers. But somehow TVs and computers cost the same, cars are 10% higher but a Kayak is 30% more? Sad that Hobie priced their "affordable" kayaks so high during Cvid that people aren't buying them as much now. Some how these guys can't sell a thermoformed kayak for under $1300. Crazy

[cup_and_cone]

Great video. Looks fast with that hull. It's almost crying for some Turbo fins on the drive!

[asianangler]

can you raise the rudder so easier to load/unload on top of a car?

[velocity]

What we want to see you try is the Mokai kayak!!

[openedmind]

For a minute I thought you were the catfish/carp fishing YouTuber. Love going to the Estero River Outfitters.

[josemadrigal]

Great video, i am looking into getting one of these kayaks, i was wondering if the pedal drive can do reverse? Thanks again!

[kathythorpe]

Is Hobie the only kayak that offers a Bimini top?

[vagabond-yjpn]

That’s the first time I’ve seen someone actually put the sail on a hobi. Now I’d like to see some sailing with one.

[Ozzypup]

Looks like a decent kayak for a toy/play boat or for kids. But if I was going to buy something in this price point Id go with the Pelican as I fish from my kayak. And Id like more room then this kayak has.

[traumahawk]

Looks ok but, I want to fish, , That's why i'm going to buy the Pelican 130 HyDryve..I think hobie passport is geared more for beginners..Thank You for the Review, , , very informative, , good work.

[jeffreyau]

Can u do a review like that with the Passport 12. I know it kind of similar. But I think the length made a big difference between the stability and the performance.

[albertskiski]

Thanks for making this video. I'm looking for a recreational kayak to kayak a small lake by my house (Tampier Lake, IL). I don't fish and don't plan on fishing. I might end up paddling more than peddling because I want the upper body exercise. The reason I'm leaning towards the Passport is because of the sail option. Would you recommend the Passport for me or would you recommend ditching the sail option and just getting a sit-in kayak?

[bbd.popcorn]

Very helpful review. Thank u :) Do you know the colour of this Bimini shade? It looks darker than Poseidon blue?

[patdud]

Quick question when you stand up for stability how does it compare to the Pelicans catch 100??

[Internetpilot]

Great, thorough video review! I think it's a $300 hull with an overpriced 1st gen Hobie pedal drive that Hobie only put out to counter the strong competition from the Pelican Catch 130 HD. For the recreational kayak market, it's a good counter-punch, but the Pelican hull is much better featured for fishing than the Passport hull that in the end I think for fishing market it's a swing and a miss unless you're a little light in the wallet but dying to own the Hobie brand. Overall, I'd give it a rating of "meh". 😂

[trairasaventuras]

Muito bacana, em breve estarei com o meu!