Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 - Released in the U.S

[paffoh]

Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 –

http://www.hobiecat.com/kayaks/mirage/pro-angler-12/

The new lightweight, more compact, Pro Angler 12 is the most versatile fishing boat we’ve ever designed. This 12 foot hull 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 four rods horizontally, two vertically and access your tackle with ease. Integrated dual-steering controls for left or right handed accessibility while under way. Vantage seating provides ultimate comfort and adjustability
in a lightweight, easily removable form, along with boa® system lumbar support technology. “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?

Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 –

Specs: Colors:
Length: 12' / 3.66 m, Width: 36" / 0.91 m, Fitted Hull Weight*: 98 lbs / 44.4 kg, Fully Rigged Weight*: 120 lbs / 54.4 kg, Capacity: 500 lbs / 227 kg

Options:
Plug-in cart, Livewell, H-Bar, Anchor Trolley kit, Lowrance fishfinder, Hobie eVolve™ powered by Torqeedo electric motor kit, Trailex® aluminum trailer

http://static.hobiecat.com/digital_asse ... atalog.pdf

http://static.hobiecat.com/digital_asse ... ochure.pdf


Disclaimer (Affiliation):

I heard through a mate that there was some recent gossip about a smaller PA on another fishing forum, was asked if I knew anything about it (Which I didnt, I wouldnt tell me either). Did some google searching and according to some sole in the states information would be online 15th April 2012. Quick trip to the hobiecat.com website and sure enough its up, complete with all the bells and whistles expected from new models in todays world and era. After looking through the brochure I am pretty impressed with the specs of this model and the plethora of new features, especially dual steering and the new seat system (Amongst others). Speculation on this model was around what seems years ago and if histroy repeats itself this kayak (Boat, whathaveyou) will sell really well, and I dont really see any negative effects on current Pro Angler full size sales (Im just speculating here on the whole shebang of this model).

Hoping it hits our shores really soon, It looks good in Olive (Really good).

[koich]

They've pretty much got rid of all of the annoying parts of the current PA.

Looks pretty neat

[mingle]

Cooool... The Pro-Dangler gains a deck-chair too!

[MY03VY]

That thing looks awesome!!

Anything been said about pricing yet?

[spork]

Cooool... The Pro-Dangler gains a deck-chair too!

I wonder if you can upgrade it to a fighting chair with gimbal etc...

[Nativeman]

I thought it was supposed to be a lightweight, its still heavy.

[koich]

No one buys a PA for portage.

[farmerbrown]

I love it, i want one now.
I was just thinking myself the other day that i would love a more compact version of my pro angler, some real improvements also like twin steer, not sure about the deck chair yet.

[koich]

I reckon the chair is the best bit.

And they fixed the centre hatch.

[BigGee]

[feelfree09]

it loses 2 foot, 2 rod holders and only 6kg. im not sure what the point of this model is to be honest. they shoulda lost 6kg off the 14ft model, and added all the updates like the chair and lowrance capability etc.

[koich]

Geoff, you have a problem.


There's not enough room left in your shed.

[ozfactory]

Think the Lowrance ready thing will make me jeulous . Looks like it could easily fit the structure scan transducer. Much less stuffing around then what i have to do now to get it working.

[BigGee]

Geoff, you have a problem.

There's not enough room left in your shed.

Claire needs a PA ... no really ... she does ... right? Riiiiiight?



Gee

[liam8227]

Geoff, you have a problem.

There's not enough room left in your shed.

Claire needs a PA ... no really ... she does ... right? Riiiiiight?



Gee

Father of the year! Or are you ......