2026 Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R
Meet the newest member of the Passport line of kayaks, the Mirage Passport 10.5 R. Equipped with an all-new rotomolded hull construction and tons of features, you’ll enjoy extreme stability and impressive performance on the water. Not to mention the new look. Enjoy the water from the relaxing, breathable seat of the Mirage® Passport® 10.5 R.
The easy-to-use steering system and twist-and-stow rudder make navigating through tight waterways or maneuvering around obstacles above the water as simple as ever. The powerful and patented MirageDrive with Glide Technology and Kick-Up Fins allows for smooth sailing in all conditions. Rocks, stumps, or suddenly shallow water? No problem. The Passports' revolutionary Kick-Up Fins collapse on impact and redeploy when the obstacle is clear, ensuring those underwater nuisances don’t slow you down or interrupt your ride.
Backed by over 20 years of experience in pedal propulsion, the Passport 10.5 R is the easy choice for all-day pedal-powered fun on the water. Cruise in comfort and relax in style.
Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R Kayak Specs
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Crew: 1
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Drive: MirageDrive GT
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Length: 10.5' / 3.2 m
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Width: 34" / 86.36 cm
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Capacity: 325 lbs / 147.42 kg
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Seat Capacity: 275 lbs / 124.74 kg
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Fitted Hull Weight: 65 lbs / 29.48 kg
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Fully Rigged Weight: 75 lbs / 34.02 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: 12.5" / 31.75 cm
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 w/ Kick-Up Find Technology
The MirageDrive pedal system with Glide Technology and Kick-Up Fins features legendary bioengineered performance. Power forward virtually hands-free.
Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R Kayak Features
MirageDrive Powered: The Glide Technology Drive features legendary bioengineered performance. For reverse gear, see our other kayak lines with the MirageDrive 180.
8" Twist-n-Seal Hatch: The twist and seal is a unique mechanism that allows for one hand operation and it ensures that the hatch is sealed. The hinged lid keeps the hatch lid with the kayak at all times and the rubber gasket keeps the hatch dry.
- Cargo Scuppers for Hobie Cart and Hobie Livewell
- Rod Holders (2)
- Steering System with Stowable Rudder
- Suspended Mesh Aluminum Frame Seat
- Bow and Stern Cargo with Bungee
- Vertical Accessory Tube (Sail and Bimini)
Accessory Mounting Tracks (2): Keep your accessories at your fingertips with dual accessory mounting tracks.
Recessed Hull Space for MirageDrive: The Mirage Passport features a recessed hull space which helps protect the fins from catching on debris or rocks in the shallows or while beaching. This gives the Passport easy access to more places for more fun.
Stackable Convenience: The Mirage Passport stacks easily to keep enough kayaks for a couple or a campground without taking up space. The lightweight Passport is easy to store and easy to move.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R
Who is the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R designed for?
The Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R suits buyers who want Hobie pedal drive in the shortest hard-shell hull in the range, at 10.5 ft and 65 lb fitted.
It fits ponds, small lakes, slow rivers and protected water. Carrying capacity is 325 lb, the lowest of the hard-shell models here, so check that figure against your own weight plus gear before choosing it.
Which MirageDrive does the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R use, and does it have reverse?
The Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R uses the MirageDrive GT with Kick-Up Fins, and a reverse function is not specified for this configuration.
The GT comes with Glide Technology and fins that collapse on impact and redeploy. Forward and reverse are confirmed for the MirageDrive 180, so if backing off structure matters to how you fish, choose a model fitted with that drive instead.
What are the dimensions and weights of the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R?
The Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R is 10.5 ft long and 34 in wide, weighing 65 lb fitted and 75 lb fully rigged.
The 10 lb gap between the two is the smallest here alongside the 12.0 R, because the package is simpler. Remove the drive and seat before transport, plan a loading method suited to the people and equipment available, and check your crossbar and rack ratings.
How much weight can the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R carry?
The Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R has a published 325 lb capacity and a separate 275 lb seat capacity.
That 325 lb is the lowest published capacity of any hard-shell model here, so the margin is tighter than on the other hulls. Check the seat rating against the occupant, add up what you actually intend to carry, and confirm the total leaves room below 325 lb before ordering.
Can you stand up and fish from the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R?
No standing platform or standing deck is described for the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R, and no standing-specific limit is specified.
The hull is 34 in wide on 10.5 ft of length, and other models here do carry an explicit standing description. Judge it conservatively and stay seated when the water is not calm. If standing to fish matters to you, the 12.0 R with its EVA padded platform is the Passport to look at.
How does the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R handle shallow water?
The Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R has Kick-Up Fins that collapse on impact and redeploy once clear. Its stowable rudder twists out of the way for shallow water and beaching.
No minimum drive depth figure is specified for this model. Raise the drive as soon as you feel the fins touch, and paddle from there. Retract the drive and rudder before beaching: that damage is excluded from warranty coverage.
What comes with the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R?
The Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R ships with the MirageDrive GT, a suspended mesh aluminum-frame seat, a two-piece aluminum paddle, two rod holders and an 8 in Twist-n-Seal hatch.
It also has two accessory mounting tracks, a vertical accessory tube, bow and stern cargo areas with bungee, and cargo scuppers for a cart. A cart, fishfinder and anchor are sold separately.
Can you fit a fishfinder, accessories or a motor to the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R?
The Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R has two accessory mounting tracks and a vertical accessory tube, but no transducer cavity is specified for this model.
That is the practical difference from the longer Passport, which does have one. Talk through your fishfinder plan with us before buying hardware. No motor mount is specified for the hull, and no motor, battery or wiring comes with it.
How do you care for the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R, and what warranty applies?
Rinse the Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R, drive, rudder and fittings with fresh water after saltwater use. Keep it out of direct sun, evenly supported and off its cart between trips.
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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