Hello,
Found this kayak on local Classifieds, but I can't figure our what model it is.
Can someone help me?
Thank you!
Kayak
Drive:
Bow:
Stern:
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| Author: | nhilathak [ Mon Sep 04, 2023 11:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | What hobie is this? |
Hello, Found this kayak on local Classifieds, but I can't figure our what model it is. Can someone help me? Thank you! Kayak Drive: Bow: Stern:
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| Author: | Dr.SteelheadCatcher [ Tue Sep 05, 2023 7:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: What hobie is this? |
Just a guess, Chinese knock off?? |
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| Author: | nhilathak [ Tue Sep 05, 2023 10:18 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: What hobie is this? |
Didn't even cross my mind that it could be a Chinese copy. I searched the web and found the exact one on alibaba, so you were on point. Thank you! |
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| Author: | ZX11 [ Wed Sep 06, 2023 7:14 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: What hobie is this? |
For sure not a Hobie kayak. That kayak is styled industrial like an Army Humvee. Seat is mounted on T-tracks. That is a close copy of the Mirage drive though. |
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| Author: | creekstone [ Sat Sep 23, 2023 12:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: What hobie is this? |
Unless I'm mistaken, the patent on the original Mirage drive expired. So there are a number of kayak manufacturers using the design. Hobie responded by adding reverse and then eventually the kick-up fins. (I sometimes wonder how long they had those "innovations" before releasing them.) On a few occasions, I've see folks that buy those less expensive kayaks and drop in a newer Mirage Drive to get the updated features. (There is robust market for used Mirage drives. Don't leave yours lying around!) |
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