vol.03 - Hobie Cat

K a y a k C o l l e c t i o nvol.03

K a y a k C o l l e c t i o nHobie CatEmotion guaranteed !Hobie Cat has been a leader of innovation with topproducts for the last 40 years. Easy to transport and tohandle, strong and safe, Hobie Cats have everythingrequired to please the public. Hobie Cat has beenthe leader of its industry since 1967, and still maintains itsposition, counting on the excellent quality of its productsalong with the high level of its service.Safe introduction to pleasure on thewater !All of the Hobie Cat kayaks are designedso that fun is the priority whateverthe age or the level of the kayaker!Stable, easy to manoeuvre, our kayaksdevelop power and speed on request.Safety is assured, all of our models areequipped with our self-draining systemto make them unsinkable. Thequality of the hull, the bow and the keelof the Hobie Cat kayak ensures excellentperformance on the water andeasy speed.100 % fun ion the waterMake the most of your passion while preserving theenvironment. The Hobie Cat kayaks are manufacturedentirely from 100% recyclable materials. With a cockpitthat always stays dry, seats which fit the shape ofyour body and with the featured accessories such asthe side handles for transport and the paddle-holders,comfort is optimal! And for even more pleasure, HobieCat proposes a tonic range of colours. Whatever theuse (leisure, sport, photography, fishing, bird watching)and your level, in a one or two-seater, with paddles orpedals, the Hobie Cat kayaks leave all doors wide openfor emotion!Une production française et ECO engagée2The Hobie Cat polyethylene hulls are produced in a new company of the Hobie group,A.R.T, located in Northern Brittany. This ultramodern rotomoudling factory manufacturesall of the Hobie Cat products in HDPE (high density polyethylene) including the sit-on-topkayaks. Established in 2009, this production unit has turned towards new materials, morerigid, lighter and which can be 100% recycled. Acting as a responsible citizen company,Hobie Cat Europe integrates the management of the life cycle of its boats and kayaks in itsstrategic approach to environment.

Lanai Maui Quest Kona OdysseyAdventure IslandTandem IslandSit-on-top : a Hobie Cat revolution in the kayak world!You are sitting on your kayak without being locked up inside:It makes it possible to navigate in full safety and serenity! TheSit-on-tops are open without covering decks and equippedwith a self-draining system. No longer need to empty waterover-board, it is automatically evacuated! All kayaks in the Hobierange are self-draining sit-on-tops.3

usageLake & shelteredwatersWhite watersSeaSurfperformanceManoeuvrabilityCourseStabilitySpeedspecificationsLength :2,74 mCarrying handleWidth :Weight :Capacity :0,76 m18 kg147 kgAdjustable foot wellsSelf draining scupper systemOn hull paddle storage (paddle in option)Drink holderMoulded-in handlesAdjustable high back seat (in option)Self draining scupper systemLarge storage areaHatch (in option)Outside cargo area with bungee tie-downs4Carrying handles

The Lanai is a nimble, light and very easy tomanoeuvre kayak, from the sea to the agitatedriver, surfing the waves or strolling alongthe coast. Like a “go cart”, its innovated hullassures an extraordinary stability under allconditions. Its large cockpit makes it possibleto accommodate anyone comfortably.TheLanai has many advantages: a great storagecapacity, a moulded-in drink holder, universalfoot rests, a real concentration of Hobie Catknow-how!Control & stabilityin all circumstances5

usageLake & shelteredwatersWhite watersSeaSurfperformanceManoeuvrabilityCourseStabilitySpeedspecificationsLength :3,35 mCarrying handleWidth :Weight :Capacity :0,76 m22 kg147 kgHatch (option)Self draining scupper systemAdjustable foot wellsPaddle storage (paddle in option)Drink holderAdjustable high back seat(in option)Cargo area with bungee tie downs6Carrying handleHull plug

The Maui is designed for coastal excursions,fishing or the calm river. This well designedsingle place kayak is appreciated for its greatgliding performance and its stability. Alone orwith a child, the Maui makes the most of all ofthe secrets of the Hobie kayaks: large cargoarea at the back, drink holder moulded intothe hull... It is an outstanding all-round boat!The high performanceone-seater7

usageLake / shelteredwatersWhite watersSeaSurfautocertified DIV. 240*specificationsLength :4,00 mperformanceManoeuvrabilityCourseStabilitySpeedCarrying handleLarge covered bow hatchWidth :WeightCapacity0,72 m26 kg159 kgAdjustable foot bracesTray utilityDrink holderSelf draining scupper systemMesh covered storage pocketsPaddle storage (paddle in option)HatchMoulded-in handlesAdjustable high back seat(option)Self draining scupper systemRod holdersLarge cargo area withbungee tie downsLocation for optional hatch8Carrying handleRudder (option)

usageLake / shelteredwatersWhite watersSeaSurfperformanceManoeuvrabilityCourseStabilitySpeedspecificationsLength : 3,51 mWidth : 0,86 mCarrying handleWeight :Capacity :27 kg204 kgAdjustable foot wellsSelf draining scupper systemMesh covered storage pocketDrink holderHatch (in option)Adjustable high back seat (in option))Paddle storage ( double paddle in option)Moulded-in handlesDrink holder with utility traySelf draining scupper systemMesh covered storage pocketsDrink holderHatch (in option)Adjustable high back seat (in option)Rear cargo area with bungee tie downsLocation for additional hatch10Carrying handles

The Kona is certainly the most compacttwo-seater of its generation. Alone or witha friend, make the most of its exceptionalstability and all of the tricks of a trueHobie kayak... Large self-draining scuppersfor surfing as soon as your paddlestouch the water, multiple stowage spaces,drink holders, the Kona will be yourcompanion wherever you go.Glide in completecomfort11

usageLake / shelteredwatersWhite watersSeaSurfautocertified DIV. 240*specificationsLength :Width :4,27 m0,84 mperformanceManoeuvrabilityCourseStabilitySpeedLocation for optional hatchAdjustable foot wellsSelf draining scupper systemCarrying handleWeight :Capacity :34 kg204 kgDrink holderAdjustable high backseat (en option)Hatch (option)Adjustable foot wellsSelf draining scupper systemDrink holderAdjustable high back seat(in option)Rear cargo area withbungee tie downs12Carrying handle

leA two-seater for excursions which can alsoaccommodate a child, the Odyssey is the HobieCat answer to family fun. A tight line, a beautiful hull,this kayak delivers a remarkable gliding performance.Perfectly adapted to the beautiful coastal day trips,it can also be manoeuvred easily by a person alonewith a real central seat.Friendliness and comfortfor 100 % family fun13

usageLake / ShelteredwatersWhite watersSeaSurfperformanceManoeuvrabilityCourseStabilitySpeedCarrying handleautocertified DIV. 240*specificationsLength :4,88 mWidth with ama 2,84 mWidth without ama 1,06 mMast height 4,62 mSail area 5,38 m²MirageDrive weight 3 kgWeight (total) 52 kgCapacity159 kgAmaCarryinghandleLarge covered bow hatchwith bungee tie downsSail mountAkaFront crossbarMirageDriveMesch covered pocketsRudder controlDaggerboardHatch withdry bagAdjustable highbach seatAka support barRear crossbarRear cargo areaHatchCarrying handle14Removable rudder

The Hobie Mirage Adventure Island is a trimaransailing kayak equipped with the Mirage Hobie Catrevolutionary patented pedal propulsion system.Born from the observation of the penguin fins,the Mirage system develops a unique performance.At the same time kayak, sailing boat, trimaranand fishing boat, the Mirage Adventure Islandconcentrates all of the configurations to vary pleasureswith desires and to top up with strong sensations!The outstandingAdventure kayak15

autocertified DIV. 240*specificationsLength :5,64 mWidth with ama 4,06 mWidth without ama 3,05 mMast height 1,22 mSail area5,49 mMirageDrive weight 8,40 m²Weight (total) 2x3 kgCapacity86 kgCapacité272 kgAmaCarrying handleLarge covered bow hatchwith bungee tie downsSail mountMirageDriveRudder deployment controlCarrying handleAkaMesh covered storage pocketsHatchDrink holderRudder controlCarrying handleCentreboard wellAdjustable high back seatAka support barusageLake / ShelteredwatersWhite watersSeaSurf16performanceManoeuvrabilityCourseStabilitySpeedRod holderCargo area with bungee tie downsHatchRemovable rudder

Fast, fun and performing, the Hobie Tandem Island is like the AdventureIsland a trimaran sailing kayak, but for two people. It is also equippedwith the Hobie Mirage revolutionary patented pedal propulsion system.A boomless roller-furling sail completely manageable from the twocockpits, removable/retractable ama on each side of the boat for easydocking, manoeuvrability and transport, a fully retractable centreboard,two integrated rod holders complete the equipment of the TandemIsland which concentrates all configurations to vary the pleasures,whether kayaking, sailing or fishing.The outstandingAdventure kayak17

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSLength (m) 2,74 3,35 4,00Ama length (m)Width (m) 0,76 0,76 0,72Width with ama (m)Width without ama (m)Mast height (m)Sail area (m²)MirageDrive weight (kg)Total weight (kg) 18 22 26Capacity (kg) 147 147 159Autocertified Div 240XCrew numberSERIAL EQUIPMENT & OPTIONSCarrying handles 4 4 4Front hatchXSelf draining scupper system X X XMesh covered pocket 2Utility trayXPaddle on hull storage 1 1 1Drink holder 1 1 1Outside cargo area 1 1 1Rod holder 2Fishing boxXCentreboardRemovable rudderOPMirageDriveFurling sail2-piece mastHatches OP (1) OP (1) 1Paddles OP (1) OP (1) OP (1)Adjustable high back seat OP (1) OP (1) OP (1)Aka Trampoline18

3,51 4,27 4,88 5,644,060,86 0,842,84 3,051,06 1,224,62 5,495,38 8,43 2x327 34 52 86204 204 159 272X X X4 4 6 8XXXX2 2 42 1 22 2 2 41 1 2 22 4XXXXXX1 2XXXXOP (2) OP (2) 2 3OP (2) OP (2) 1 2OP (2) OP (2) 1 2OPOP19

(*) The Hobie Odyssey, Quest, Adventure and Tandem Island are autocertified DIV.240 with which you are allowed to paddle up to a limit of 2 miles from the shore. Tonavigate under such conditions, your sit-on-top kayaks must be equipped with thefollowing material (available at your dealer’s shop) :• One buyancy aid per person on board in conformity with E.C. regulation• A docking line with a quick snap, at least as long as the boat• A spare paddle• A cleat or equivalent equipment to allow towing.• A life line.• A luminous sign (flash lamp, luminescent stick...)This material is not mandatory when navigating within 300 m from the shore or insheltered waters. It is however highly recommended to always wear a buyancy aidor life jacket wherever you choose to navigate. This regulation is in constant evolution.We recommend you to check it from time to time to see if something has beenchanged.Photos Hobie Cat US and HCE. All rights reserved. Hobie Cat is a registered trademarkDocument not contractual, photos et illustrations for information only - Models may change without prior notice - 01/12Your distributor:HOBIE CAT EUROPErue du Dr Calmette - Z.I. Toulon est - BP 250 -83078 Toulon cedex 9 - FranceTel +33 (0)494 08 78 78 - Fax +33 (0)494 08 13 99Email : hobiecat@hobie-cat.net