2026 Hobie Mirage Compass Duo
The Mirage Compass Duo is powered by dual MirageDrives with Kick-Up Fins that retract on impact. Equipped with the MirageDrive 180 and a MirageDrive with Glide Technology, the Duo delivers a smooth and efficient ride for two in both forward and reverse.
The Duo’s sleek hull design maximizes speed and stability, while greatly reducing drag. The cockpit features comfortable, ergonomic seating, 4 Integrated H-Tracks for accessory mounting, and abundant above and below deck storage compartments to house gear for two.
The sleek waterline and Kick-Up Rudder system make for an impressively nimble tandem kayak that’s highly responsive, easy to steer, and extremely durable.
The roomy Compass Duo is simple to use and adventure-ready, making it the ideal choice for water outings with adults, tikes, and furry companions.
Hobie Mirage Compass Duo Specs
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Crew: 1-2
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Drive: (1) MirageDrive 180 + (1) MirageDrive GT
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Length: 13.5' / 4.11 m
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Width: 35" / 0.89 m
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Capacity: 475 lbs / 215.46 kg
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Seat Capacity: 275 lbs / 124.74 kg
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Fitted Hull Weight: 92 lbs / 41.73 kg
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Fully Rigged Weight: 127 lbs / 57.61 kg
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Hull Construction: RotoMolded Polyethylene
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Height From Floor to Middle of Kayak: 12.5” / 31.75 cm
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Height From Floor to Tallest Point on Kayak: 13.5“ / 34.29 cm
THE HOBIE DIFFERENCE
Kick-Up Fin Technology
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MirageDrive 180
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Hobie Mirage Compass Duo Features
Excellent Hull Performance: The durable polyethylene hull hits the sweet spot between tracking and maneuverability. The oversize cockpit includes plenty of flat deck areas for standing.
Dual MirageDrive Powered: The dual MirageDrives feature legendary bioengineered performance. Outfitted with one MirageDrive 180 for both forward reverse and one MirageDrive with Glide Technology. Both drives have our patented Kick-Up Fins.
Accessory Ready: H-Track accessory mounts provide no-drill customization for the utmost rigging flexibility.
Easy Steering System: When you want to paddle or need to transport your Compass on shore, the spring-loaded rudder folds flush. Automatically kicks up if you hit something. Easy grip rudder handle provides fingertip steering.
Storage Abounds: Bring your favorite gear along, including an H-Crate or Livewell. There's plenty of room in the mesh-covered bow storage area, stern storage area with Bungee tie-downs, and the 8-inch round Twist and Seal cockpit hatch.
Sail Mount: The optional Mirage Sail Kit's mast securely steps onto a deck-mounted fitting. Enjoy added power without complication; Mirage Sail Kits make sailing fun and easy.
Molded-in Carrying Handles: Located midship, these handles are ergonomic and conveniently placed to make car topping a breeze. Bow and Stern handle help with transport to and from the water.
Spacious Deck Layout: Room for all the activities. Four H-Track mounts allow complete accessory customization whether fishing or looking for the perfect place to mount your GoPro. Two 8” Twist and Stow hatches provide in-hull storage and four molded-in rod holders turn this kayak into a veritable fishing machine. Install an optional Sail Kit in the new Sail mount for an added power boost.
Power-Pole Micro Integration: Brass inserts in the stern accept Hobie’s mounting plate for a Power-Pole Micro shallow water anchor.
Lowrance Ready System: Includes a transducer cavity for you to install a Lowrance fishfinder.
Drink Holder: Keep your drink close at hand. Comes standard with two, one for each user.
Two-Piece Paddle: Negotiate surf-strewn beaches and rocky inlets with the included Two-Piece Paddle with Fiberglass Shaft.
Four Rod Holders: The Compass comes ready to fish from the factory. 4 molded-in holsters securely tote your rods, are perfectly angled for trolling, and can accommodate a gaff, nets, and other gear.
Sleek Yet Stable Hull Shape: A freshly designed bow cuts through the wind, wake and chop with ease. The spacious and extra wide deck provides comfort and security for even the most novice of kayakers.
Optimal Seating Design: The breathable mesh fabric is adjustable for comfort. Mounted at an ideal height for fishing, there's room for tackle storage underneath. Easily removable for use onshore.
Kick-Up Rudder & Molded-in Tracking Keel: The Kick-Up Rudder locks in to place when you need it and retracts on impact. A molded-in tracking keel keeps you on the course, whether pedaling or paddling.
8" Twist and Seal Hatch: An efficient corkscrew mechanism ratchets down this hatch, keeping stowed items secure irrespective of the sea state. The lid is permanently attached to its base via a hinge, so you don't have to worry about leaving it at last night's campground. The Duo comes equipped with two of them.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo
Who is the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo designed for?
The Hobie Mirage Compass Duo suits two people who want pedal drive from both seats in a 13.5 ft hull carrying 475 lb.
It fits lakes, bays and protected coastal water, and works when one person fishes while the other keeps the boat moving. The two positions are not equipped alike: the package combines one MirageDrive 180 and one MirageDrive GT, and reverse is confirmed only for the 180.
Which MirageDrives come with the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo?
The Hobie Mirage Compass Duo ships with a mixed pair: one MirageDrive 180 and one MirageDrive GT.
The two are not equivalent. The 180 pedals forward and reverse; a reverse function is not specified for the GT. Which seat receives which drive is not published, so contact us to confirm the current package before you order.
Does the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo have reverse?
Partly: the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo ships a mixed drive pair, so reverse is confirmed at one position only.
One position is confirmed to provide forward and reverse through the MirageDrive 180. The other uses the MirageDrive GT, for which reverse capability is not specified. Do not assume both positions provide reverse without confirming the current package.
What seats come with the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo?
The Hobie Mirage Compass Duo has two seats rated at 275 lb each, separate from the 475 lb capacity for the whole kayak.
A seat model name is not published for this kayak. The 275 lb rating is per seat rather than a combined figure, so check it against the heavier of the two paddlers. Both seats lift out for cleaning and to cut the weight carried to the water.
Are paddles included with the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo?
One two-piece paddle with a fiberglass shaft is included with the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo, not a pair.
Add a second if you want one at each position. Paddles are the backup when a drive fouls and the tool for water too shallow for the fins, so a tandem crew is better served with one each than sharing a single paddle.
How much weight can the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo carry?
The Hobie Mirage Compass Duo has a published 475 lb capacity and a separate 275 lb capacity per seat.
Both figures are published in their own right rather than derived from each other. Check each paddler against the 275 lb seat rating, then leave practical margin below 475 lb once both people and all the gear are aboard. Fitted hull weight is 92 lb and fully rigged weight 127 lb.
How do you transport and store the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo?
The Hobie Mirage Compass Duo is 13.5 ft long, 35 in wide, and weighs 127 lb fully rigged and 92 lb fitted.
Remove both drives and both seats before transport, plan a loading method appropriate for the people and equipment available, and verify the ratings of the cart, rack, crossbars and vehicle. Support the hull evenly, keep strap tension moderate and store it off its cart. A cart is sold separately.
How does steering work on the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo?
The Hobie Mirage Compass Duo steers with a spring-loaded Kick-Up Rudder that folds flush for paddling and beaching, over a molded-in tracking keel.
The rudder kicks up on its own if it strikes something, and a fingertip handle does the steering. The molded-in tracking keel holds a course whether you are pedaling or paddling, which matters on a 13.5 ft hull with two people setting different rhythms.
What should you do in shallow water in the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo?
Raise both drives and the rudder on the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo before the fins start touching bottom, then paddle through.
No minimum operating depth is published. Kick-Up Fins retract on impact, which reduces damage rather than removing the risk. Agree the sequence with your crew in advance: drives up, rudder up, paddle out. Beaching with either one down is a warranty exclusion.
How do you care for the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo, and what warranty applies?
Rinse the Hobie Mirage Compass Duo, both drives, the rudder and fittings with fresh water after saltwater use. Store it shaded: 13.5 ft of hull sags across two narrow bearing points.
Eligible 2019-and-later hard-shell kayaks carry a three-year Hobie kayak warranty. Take the kayak and proof of purchase to the authorized dealer you bought it from within 30 days of finding a defect, or to the nearest dealer if you have moved or are traveling.
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