2026 Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight
The Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight inflatable is our lightest and most maneuverable pedal kayak. Packs away in a convenient roller/ backpack bag that allows you to store it in smaller spaces like an apartment, RV or boat. Better yet, with a fitted weight of only 20 pounds, check it on a plane to your favorite travel destination.
This inflatable transforms into a comfortable and maneuverable watercraft within minutes. The Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight inflatable kayak is designed to help you reach remote waters with minimal hassle. Its diagonal dropstitch construction inflates to 10 PSI, delivering the same rugged rigidity and nimble performance as our other platforms, but in an unbelievably lightweight package.
Featuring the MirageDrive GT with Kick-Up Fins and intuitive rudder control, the iTrek 9 Ultralight can turn on its axis and navigate tight waterways with ease. The adjustable elevated seat is lined with breathable monomesh fabric, so you stay comfortable and cool no matter how long you’re on the water. The iTrek 9 Ultralight is fast, agile, and easily transportable - but we didn’t stop there. It’s versatile, too. Simply remove the MirageDrive and a paddle and your iTrek 9 is ready to be used as a stand-up platform. We made it easy to use and even easier to transport. Comes with a high-pressure hand pump and electric pump. Steering handle mounts on left or right side of the seat. Carries up to 350 lbs. Just add water!
Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Inflatable Kayak Specs
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Crew: 1
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Drive: MirageDrive GT
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Length: 9' 5" / 2.87 m
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Width: 40" / 1.02 m
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Capacity: 350 lbs / 158.8 kg
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Fitted Hull Weight: 20 lbs / 9 kg
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Fully Rigged Weight: 37 lbs / 16.8 kg
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Bag Dimensions: 27.5 x 24.6 x 15.75”
THE HOBIE DIFFERENCE
Kick-Up Fin Technology
Hobie's Patented Kick-Up Fins provide the power to charge through the water as never before. Logs, kelp, shallows, rocks, no problem.
MirageDrive with Kick-Up Fin Technology
The MirageDrive pedal system with Glide Technology and Kick-Up Fins features legendary bioengineered performance. Power forward virtually hands-free.
Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Inflatable Kayak Features
Carry Handle: Handles designed for durability and comfort
550 Denier PVC Hull:Built tough for years of fun
Mirage Drive with Glide Technology and Kick Up Fins: Intuitive and efficient MirageDrive GT with Kick Up Fins pedal propulsion system
EVA Deck Pad: EVA deck pad provides comfort and traction while standing
Mid Carry Handle: Comfortable handles for solo transporting
Removable Rudder: Quickly detach integrated rudder for easy storage and transport
Rudder Control: Steer with your fingertips. The detachable steering system allows steering handle to mount on the left or right side of the seat.
iTrek Elevated Seating: Best seat in the house - the adjustable elevated seat is lined with breathable monomesh fabric for the ultimate in comfort
Rear Cargo Area: Plenty of cargo space with Bungee tie-downs ensures your gear stays in place
Locking Valves: Valves lock into the pump for easier inflation and lock into open position for quick deflation
Rear Carry Handle: Handles designed for durability and comfort
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight
Who is the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight designed for?
The Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight suits buyers who want the lowest weight and smallest packed size of any Hobie here: 20 lb fitted, in a bag 27.5 x 24.6 x 15.75 in.
It fits ponds, small lakes and protected water. Carrying capacity is 350 lb, the lowest of the inflatables, so check that figure against your own weight plus gear before choosing it.
Which drive does the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight use, and does it have reverse?
The Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight uses the MirageDrive GT, and a reverse function is not specified for this configuration.
The GT comes with Glide Technology and Kick-Up Fins that retract on impact and redeploy. At 9 ft 5 in the hull turns on its own axis, which is how you swing it around in a tight spot. Forward and reverse are confirmed for the MirageDrive 180.
How much weight can the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight carry?
The Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight has a published 350 lb capacity, and no separate seat capacity is published for the inflatable range.
Work to the 350 lb figure and leave practical margin below it once people and gear are accounted for. Fitted hull weight is 20 lb and fully rigged weight 37 lb; fitted covers the hull and its permanently attached features, and fully rigged adds the removable standard equipment.
How big is the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight packed, and can you travel with it?
Packed, the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight bag measures 27.5 x 24.6 x 15.75 in; inflated the kayak is 9 ft 5 in by 40 in.
It packs into a roller and backpack bag that stores in an apartment, RV or boat, and checking it on a flight is described as a normal use for this model. Airline limits and oversize fees still vary by carrier, so check yours before booking.
What comes with the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight?
The Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight comes with a high-pressure hand pump and an electric pump, in a roller and backpack bag.
A paddle is not listed in this package. Budget for one and carry it every trip: it is the backup if the drive fouls. Removing the drive and the paddle converts the deck into a standing platform. No pressure gauge is listed.
What pressure do you inflate the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight to?
Maximum hull inflation on the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight is 10 PSI, and no separate side tube figure is specified for this model.
The supplied electric pump reaches about 1 PSI, which is not enough pressure to use the kayak, so finish with the hand pump. Never go past the recommended pressure. Heat raises it on its own, so bleed some air before the kayak sits in the sun.
How do you dry and store the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight?
Rinse the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight with fresh water after saltwater use and dry it fully before it goes back into the roller bag.
At 20 lb it is tempting to stow it in a cupboard or a car boot straight off the water, and that is exactly how an inflatable mildews. Keep it somewhere cool and dry, in the bag or inflated. Heat and sunlight raise internal pressure past the inflation limit, so bleed some air first.
How durable is the hull on the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight?
The Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight is built on a 550-denier PVC hull with diagonal drop-stitch construction inflating to 10 PSI.
Drop-stitch construction makes it rigid once it is up to pressure, which is what separates it from a recreational inflatable. No inflatable is immune to punctures, so keep it off sharp gravel at the launch and keep hooks and knives controlled aboard.
What warranty applies to the Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight?
The Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Ultralight carries a two-year Hobie inflatable warranty rather than the three-year hard-shell term. 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.
Excluded: normal wear, improper storage or transport, prolonged sun exposure, alterations, and rental or commercial use.
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