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Author: | That Guy [ Fri Jul 26, 2019 1:03 pm ] |
Post subject: | Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
I finally made the choice to buy my first Hobie Kayak. I am buying my wife the Passport, she will mainly be using it for recreational use...I am buying a kayak mainly for fishing, sometimes recreational. For myself, having a hard time picking between the Mirage Sport OR Rev 11 OR Passport. I am 5'5 130 pounds. Fishing will be in lakes, rivers, and more inland bay water. No open ocean, no really rough waters. -Mirage Sport: the length seems really great to manage, but worried it won't handle as well as the Rev 11 or Passport. -Rev 11: is almost 12 feet so a bit harder to handle, but hear its faster and manages rougher water than the Sport. -Passport: basic model, length right in the middle at 10.5, but doesn't come with the vantage chair or the 180 miragedrive. Whats a fella to do? Anyone have experience using all three, especially between using/owning both the Sport and the Rev 11? Thoughts and recommendations most appreciated! Thanks! |
Author: | That Guy [ Wed Jul 31, 2019 11:40 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
Thats so much Roadrunner. I have searched the internet for good comparisons between these yaks and your response is awesome! So I'll pick between the Sport and the Rev 11. Either way I will add turbo fins and the sail rudder as you suggested. They have the same seat, same mirage 180, about the same weight. The biggest differences I now see between the two are: Sport -Small length so easier to manage and load, -Trays so attaching rails would be flushed, -A bit better stability but a tad slower, -Can't handle as much weight, -Lowarance ready Rev 11 -Almost 12ft so a bit harder to manage and load, -Ability to handle more weight, -Faster on the water, ability to cut through waves a bit better, -Quieter on the water, -Not Lowarance ready As you mentioned both are solid yaks. Now I just need to pick one. Again, appreciate your suggestions! |
Author: | albertski [ Wed Aug 19, 2020 10:41 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
Thanks for the great info @Roadrunner. I'm also debating between the Passport, Sport, and Rev 11. I'm planning on doing more paddling, and I don't fish, so I was going to do some recreational kayaking on small lakes and small rivers. You mentioned that Rev 11 would be the easiest to paddle. What makes the Rev 11 easier to paddle? |
Author: | plfinch [ Wed Aug 19, 2020 11:04 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
The 2’ length difference gives the Revo about a 0.5 mph hull speed advantage over the Sport which will be quite noticeable against any current or tides. Peter |
Author: | Roadrunner [ Wed Aug 19, 2020 12:19 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
albertski wrote: Thanks for the great info @Roadrunner. The Revo 11 is a little narrower. This gives you a little more versatility with your stroke. It also handles chop from headwinds best of the three so you can make better upwind progress. The key to good paddling with any of these is to make sure the rudder is down, locked and no slack in the rudder lines (actually the Passport uses a slightly different rudder system). If the rudder can wiggle, tracking suffers. I get best handling results with the larger sailing rudder.
I'm also debating between the Passport, Sport, and Rev 11. What makes the Rev 11 easier to paddle? |
Author: | f18sailor [ Mon Aug 24, 2020 5:32 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
I'm also looking at the Sport or Revo 11. Can anyone comment on use on smaller rivers with decent flow (up to. class 1 rapids) paddling with the rudder up? We currently have 3 Hobies (Lanai, Maui, Oasis) and a Wilderness Systems Tarpon 100. We use the single paddle yaks for the rivers and the Oasis for lake cruising, including on the Great Lakes. We have taken the Oasis (without Mirage drives) down many rivers, but it's a real workout to maneuver around obstacles. We want to add one more single and I'd like it to be versatile enough to pedal on the lakes and also be fun to take down the rivers. Based on my research to date, I would pick the Revo 11 but would appreciate input from anyone who has used both. |
Author: | Swfinatic [ Tue Aug 25, 2020 4:36 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
That Guy I'm sure you have probably made your decision by now. If not keep resale value in mind. The Sport would be a lot harder to sale if that time ever comes than the Revo 11 (at least in the market where I live). I've seen Sports a few years old sale for less than half of they're original cost. Revo 11's bring more money and sell faster on the used market (again where I'm at in Texas). |
Author: | Roadrunner [ Tue Aug 25, 2020 1:27 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
Also, don't forget the Sport has a shorter cockpit. IMO, if you are 5'9" or taller (depending on your instep), the Sport is short on leg room for efficient pedaling. always good to try before buying. |
Author: | Paul11 [ Thu Dec 03, 2020 11:55 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
I had two of these kayaks Rev 11 and Passport. the second (Passport) was more practical, but I liked the Rev 11, but I quickly got tired on it, and to continue using this particular kayak, I just take pre-workout powders from https://www.nhc.com/curamed-750-mg-by-terry-naturally they are usually used by athletes to increase their endurance, but I use them to keep myself from getting tired longer when swimming. Who has the same problem, can you share information about how you solve this problem? I will be happy to hear your solutions. |
Author: | oldyaker [ Sat Dec 05, 2020 12:03 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
If(and when) you get caught in a wind storm, the Revo with turbo fins and a sail rudder is probably the safest kayak to be on.(of the three) |
Author: | oldyaker [ Mon Dec 07, 2020 8:59 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
My opinion is based mainly 0n the narrow bow. |
Author: | lunatunes [ Mon Sep 06, 2021 8:48 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Mirage Sport vs Rev 11 vs Passport |
Swfinatic wrote: That Guy I'm sure you have probably made your decision by now. If not keep resale value in mind. The Sport would be a lot harder to sale if that time ever comes than the Revo 11 (at least in the market where I live). I've seen Sports a few years old sale for less than half of they're original cost. Revo 11's bring more money and sell faster on the used market (again where I'm at in Texas). I know this is an old post but for those who are thinking of buying a Hobie I personally dont think you should buy a kayak, especially a Hobie with its resale value as a factor. You buy a Hobie to use it not sell it. Buy a Hobie thats going to work the best for you on the water and to fit your transporting needs if thats a factor. |
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