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

[Sunhobie]

A US site that I looked at showed them as the same price USD, so one can only assume it'd be the same here.

Pity they're a grand cheaper in the states. Single import of one would soak up that cost saving. Anyone got a container coming back?

Unlike here in Aus, ALL advertised US pricing does not include state VAT, which can be as high as 12%. Add some freight (bloody long way) and you will find that the pricing is pretty close.

I didn't think of that actually so it makes sence.

I'll still probably buy one... July you say for availability?

Some arrive in June if all goes to plan. Hobie tried to delay the release until all the ducks were in line, but leakage pushed the announcement fwd. As you can appreciate, new features necessitate new tooling, production and testing.

[spork]

Some arrive in June if all goes to plan. Hobie tried to delay the release until all the ducks were in line, but leakage pushed the announcement fwd. As you can appreciate, new features necessitate new tooling, production and testing.

I'd offer to help with the testing...

[Nativeman]

Is it Hullavatorable?

[dunebuggy]

I'd offer to help with the testing...

Stand in line.

[Sunhobie]

Is it Hullavatorable?

Not unless they come out with a bigger hullavator!

[mingle]

Now all we need is a "mini-A.I."

C'mon Hobie - pull your finger out!

Mike.

[robsea]

Pure kayak porn!

Ivory Dune, Olive or Papaya.....two months to make up my mind.

[neale]

Ummmmm, YEEEEEESS!!!!!

[Rebel 1]

It will fit inside my van! I am so happy

what model van have you got? i have been hoping to get a van where i can fit a yak inside for security reasons

I have a long wheel base Toyota hiace, the kayak will go up over the passengers seat.Being able to put it into the van makes it so easy. I also have my rods in the back on a semi permanent rack.

[dunebuggy]

Now all we need is a "mini-A.I."

C'mon Hobie - pull your finger out!

Mike.

There already is. A revo with the sail kit & outriggers.

[neale]

I don't know what the PA 14 is worth in the states but I found a listed price of $2,450 US for the new PA 12 on a US site.

[feelfree09]

I don't know what the PA 14 is worth in the states but I found a listed price of $2,450 US for the new PA 12 on a US site.

i was told $3350 for the PA12
its $3450 for the PA14
this is for those talking about the new "LIGHTWEIGHT" PA12

PA12-
Length: 12' / 3.66 m
Fitted Hull Weight: 98 lbs / 44.4 kg
Fully Rigged Weight: 120 lbs / 54.4 kg

PA14-
Length: 13' 8" / 4.17 m
Fitted Hull Weight: 110 lbs / 49.90 kg
Fully Rigged Weight: 138 lbs / 62.6 kg

Is it just me or does the loss of 6.2kg fully rigged seem like a load of crap? without deliberately being hugely negative, whats the point?

[andrewG]

Is it just me or does the loss of 6.2kg fully rigged seem like a load of crap? without deliberately being hugely negative, whats the point?

8.2

[koich]

Is it just me or does the loss of 6.2kg fully rigged seem like a load of crap? without deliberately being hugely negative, whats the point?

8 kilos makes a pretty big difference when lifting.

[dunebuggy]

8 kilos makes a pretty big difference when lifting.

Not to mention that there may well be people around who would love a P.A.14 but don't have room for a 14 footer.
The P.A.12 may be just what the doctor ordered. To those people, the weight may be irrelevant.
For me, It's all about the seat and the possibility of being able to stand up & sit back down without it being such a painful exercise as I have degeneration in both hip joints. To be honest, I won't mind having 8kgs less to lug either.