2026 Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12
Experience full power reverse with the MirageDrive 180 with Kick-Up Turbo Fins. Logs, kelp? No problem. Our patented Kick-Up Fins “kick back” when contact is made with underwater obstacles. Keep a half-dozen rods rigged and ready in the four standard horizontal and two vertical rod holders for the ultimate kayak fishing adventure. Confidently stand and fire cast after cast.
Equipped with the Guardian Transducer Shield, your transducer is protected on impact and retracts for transport, while providing side scanning for optimal fishfinder performance. The ultra-comfortable, elevated Vantage ST seat makes it easy to stay out on the water all day and move around the boat. The Pro Angler 12 includes a retractable skeg for improved course-keeping, as well as the innovative 12-sided Hobie H-Rail for superior flexibility in accessory rigging.
New Color & Features
Glacier Camo, Sunrise Camo, and Dune Camo w/ Built-In Motor Mounts features a hull transformations that now provide areas in the bow and stern for motor mounting. Plus, the all-new H-Plate wire management system combined with the Hobie Powerwall allow for seamless wiring across the hull.
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Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 Kayak Specs
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Crew: 1
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Drive: MD 180 Turbo w/ Kick-Up Fins + ARC Cranks
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Length: 12' / 3.66 m
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Width: 36" / .91 m
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Height: 20" / 0.51 m
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Capacity: 500 lbs / 227 kg
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Seat Capacity: 350 lbs / 159 kg
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Fitted Hull Weight: 105 lbs / 48 kg
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Fully Rigged Weight: 128.5 lbs / 58.29 kg
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Hull Construction: RotoMolded Polyethylene
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Height From Floor to Middle of Kayak: 16.25" (to bar) / 41.27 cm (to bar)
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Height From Floor to Tallest Point on Kayak: 19.5" (to handle) / 49.53 (to handle)
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 180
A force of nature! In 1997 Hobie revolutionized kayaking forever. Experience 20 years of innovation perfected. Powered by All New Patented Kick-Up Turbo Fins.
Vantage ST Seating
Unparalleled adjustability for the utmost comfort, a drier ride, and longer days on the water. The Vantage ST has back, bottom, and BOA®-set lumbar support. Removable for use onshore.
Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 Features
Anchor Trolley System Ready: Brass inserts strategically placed fore and aft on the sides of the hull, ready to install an optional anchor trolley kit, for anchor, drift chute, or stakeout pole.
Front Hatch: Large-opening storage area offers easy access for storing fish or ice.
MirageDrive 180 w/ Kick-up Turbo Fin Technology: Revolutionary hands-free propulsion system. When pedaled, the flexible fins assume the shape of a propeller blade, providing forward motion with each pedal stroke.
Large Rectangular Hatch w/ Pivoting Tackle Management System: Large Twist and Seal hatch with Tackle Management System
Guardian Retractable Transducer Shield: A molded-in cavity provides the ability to add a Lowrance fish finder and route wires effortlessly.
- Front and Rear Carrying Handle
- Forward Accessory Mount
- Grip Pads
- LiveWell-Ready Cargo Area
- Rudder Access
Rudder Control: Soft handle makes fingertip steering easy.
Vantage ST Seating: Vantage Seating provides ultimate comfort and adjustability in a lightweight, easily removable form, along with Boa® system lumbar support technology.
Rudder Left/Right Auxiliary Control: Primary and secondary steering handles allow the boat to be steered from either the port or starboard sides of the boat.
Rubber Mesh Stowage Pocket: Easy access and safe stowage for the things you reach for most. Now made with rubber for improved durability.
Mid-Boat Carrying Handle: These ergonomic handles are bolted onto either side of the kayak's cockpit, making it easier to negotiate launching ramps or transport.
Two Vertical Rod Holders: These holsters securely tote your rods, are perfectly angled for trolling, and can accommodate a gaff, nets, and other gear.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12
Who is the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 designed for?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 suits anglers who want the Pro Angler deck, seat and rigging in a shorter hull, with the mechanical MirageDrive 180 Turbo rather than the 360 system.
It is 12 ft long, 36 in wide and carries 500 lb. The shorter hull fits garages and truck beds that the 14 will not, and turns more readily in creeks and around timber.
Which MirageDrive does the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 use, and does it have reverse?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 uses the MirageDrive 180 Turbo with Kick-Up Fins and ARC cranks, which pedals forward and reverse.
Turbo fins are larger than the standard 180 fins, which suits a hull rated to 500 lb. Pulling the shift cable flips the fins so the same pedaling motion backs the kayak off structure. ARC cranks come with the drive.
What are the dimensions and weights of the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 is 12 ft long, 36 in wide and 20 in high, weighing 105 lb fitted and 128.5 lb fully rigged.
The 20 in height is worth checking against garage and truck bed clearance. Remove the drive and seat before transport, plan a loading method suited to the people and equipment available, and confirm the ratings of the cart, rack, crossbars and vehicle.
How much weight can the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 carry?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 has a published 500 lb capacity and a separate 350 lb Vantage seat capacity.
That 350 lb seat rating is the highest published for any model here, which is a real reason for a heavier angler to look at a Pro Angler. Check it against the occupant, then keep practical margin below 500 lb once tackle, batteries and any motor hardware are aboard.
Can you stand up and fish from the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 is described as a kayak you can stand on and cast from, with grip pads across a deck 36 in wide.
No standing-specific limit or sea-state qualification is published, so standing depends on your balance, how the kayak is loaded and the conditions. Use conservative judgment, and stay seated when the water is not calm.
How does the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 handle shallow water?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 uses Kick-Up Turbo Fins that fold back on impact and redeploy once clear. Rudder control and a left or right auxiliary control sit at the seat.
No published figure gives a minimum operating depth. Raise the drive before the fins begin dragging and paddle the shallow stretch. Retract the drive and rudder before beaching: damage from beaching without retracting them is a warranty exclusion.
What comes with the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 ships with the MirageDrive 180 Turbo, the Vantage ST seat, the 12-sided H-Rail, two vertical rod holders, an 8 in Twist and Seal hatch and a large rectangular hatch.
The rectangular hatch holds the pivoting tackle management system, and the rear cargo area is livewell ready. A paddle is not listed in this package, so budget for one as a backup if the drive fouls.
Can you fit a fishfinder, accessories or a motor to the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 has the 12-sided H-Rail for accessories and a Guardian retractable transducer shield for a fishfinder.
Built-in motor mount provision varies by colorway, so confirm the variant before ordering. Where fitted, the hull provides bow and stern mounting areas with H-Plate wire management and the Hobie Powerwall. The motor, battery and wiring are all separate.
How do you care for the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12, and what warranty applies?
Rinse the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12, drive, rudder and fittings with fresh water after saltwater use. Store it shaded and evenly supported rather than resting on one hard point.
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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