2026 Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14
The original Pro Angler fishing kayak packs extreme fishing utility, with six horizontal rod lockers, enough tackle compartments to empty a store, the Guardian Transducer shield for optimal fishfinder performance and the revolutionary, forward and reversing MirageDrive 180 with Kick-Up Turbo Fins.
Experience long days on the water with our ultra comfortable, elevated and adjustable Vantage Seating system. For discerning anglers who demand it all - room, stability, performance, stealth, and comfort– the PA 14 stands alone. There’s a non-skid deck for standing—a huge advantage for sight kayak fishing—and veritable acres of H-Rail for mounting rod holders and electronics. All this on a spacious 14-foot platform, with no need for a gas tank.
New Features
Now feature 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 14 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: 13' 8" / 4.17 m
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Width: 38" / .97 m
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Height: 20" / 0.51 m
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Capacity: 600 lbs / 272 kg
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Seat Capacity: 350 lbs / 159 kg
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Fitted Hull Weight: 120.5 lbs / 55 kg
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Fully Rigged Weight: 144.5 lbs / 65.54 kg
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Hull Construction: RotoMolded Polyethylene
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Height From Floor to Middle of Kayak: 17" (to bar) / 43.28 cm (to bar)
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Height From Floor to Tallest Point on Kayak: 20" (to handle) / 50.8 (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 CTW Seating
Unparalleled adjustability for the utmost comfort, a drier ride, and longer days on the water. The Vantage CTW provides an extra 1.5” of wide for unmatched comfort.
Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 Features
Front Hatch: Large-opening storage area offers easy access for storing fish or ice.
MirageDrive 180 w/ Kick-Up Turbo Fins: Revolutionary hands-free propulsion system. When pedaled, the flexible fins assume the shape of a propeller blade, providing forward motion with each pedal stroke.
H-Rail: H-Rail is a durable, lightweight, patent pending mounting system for quickly and easily securing a complete line of H-Rail accessories.
Large Rear Cargo Area: Big adventures demand plenty of gear. These molded areas and Bungee® tie-downs ensure that it's still there when you get to camp.
2 H-Rail Horizontal Rod Racks: Designed for additional horizontal storage. Padding on the interior protects your investment, plus rod retainers secure your rods in position for easy access, surf landings or transport. When rotated, the Rod Rack can be used for storing other accessories like a paddle, sail or stakeout pole.
Pivoting Tackle Management System: A rectangular hatch just in front of the seat conceals a mesh storage pocket and pivoting storage for two medium-sized Flambeau™ tackle boxes (included). The storage area under the tackle boxes is also easily accessible.
Vantage ST Seating: Vantage Seating provides ultimate comfort and adjustability in a lightweight, easily removable form, along with Boa® system lumbar support technology.
Retractable Transducer Shield: Retractable Shield protects transducer on impact and retracts away for transport. Built-in transducer mount allows side scanning for optimal fishfinder performance.
Rubber Mesh Stowage Pocket: Easy access and safe stowage for the things you reach for most. Now made with rubber for improved durability.
Molded-In Vertical Rod Holder: These molded-in 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.
Large Rectangular Hatch w/ Pivoting Tackle Management System: Large Twist and Seal hatch with Tackle Management System
Rudder Control: Soft handle makes fingertip steering easy.
Additional Kayak Features
- Large Carrying Handle
- Horizontal Rod Storage
- Forward Accessory Mount
- Standing Platform Deck Pads
- Rudder Access
- 1 H-Rail Cup Holder
- Front and Center Hatches
- Sail and Bimini Mount
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14
Who is the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 designed for?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 suits anglers who want the largest Pro Angler hull with the mechanical MirageDrive 180 Turbo rather than the 360 system.
It is 13 ft 8 in long, 38 in wide and carries 600 lb, which is the highest capacity of any hard-shell kayak here. That length tracks well on big lakes and open bays but turns less readily in tight creeks.
Which MirageDrive does the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 use, and does it have reverse?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 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 helps move a 600 lb capacity hull. Pulling the shift cable flips the fins so the same pedaling motion backs the kayak off structure. The drive is supplied with ARC cranks.
What are the dimensions and weights of the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 is 13 ft 8 in long and 38 in wide, weighing 120.5 lb fitted and 144.5 lb fully rigged.
Remove the drive and seat before transport, plan a loading method appropriate for the people and equipment available, and confirm the ratings of the cart, rack, crossbars and vehicle. A cart or a trailer is worth considering at this weight and length.
How much weight can the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 carry?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 has a published 600 lb capacity and a separate 350 lb Vantage seat capacity.
That 600 lb is the highest of any hard-shell kayak here, and the 350 lb seat rating is among the highest too, which is why this hull suits a heavier angler with a full electronics load. Check the seat rating against the occupant and keep practical margin below the overall figure.
Can you stand up and fish from the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 has grip pads across a deck 38 in wide on a 13 ft 8 in hull, the widest hard-shell platform here.
No standing-specific limit or sea-state qualification is published, so standing depends on your balance, the load and the conditions. Judge it conservatively, and stay seated rather than standing when the water is not calm.
How does the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 handle shallow water?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 uses Kick-Up Turbo Fins that fold back on impact and redeploy once clear. Rudder control and rudder access are at the seat.
No minimum operating depth is published for the drive. Raise it when the fins start touching bottom and paddle through. Retract the drive and rudder before beaching: damage from hitting submerged objects or beaching without retracting them is excluded from warranty coverage.
What comes with the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 ships with the MirageDrive 180 Turbo, the Vantage ST seat, the H-Rail with two horizontal rod racks and a cup holder, and two Flambeau tackle boxes.
A large rectangular hatch holds the pivoting tackle management system, and an 8 in Twist and Seal hatch sits behind it. A paddle is not listed in this package. Budget for one: it is the backup if the drive fouls.
Can you fit a fishfinder, accessories or a motor to the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14?
The Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 provides the H-Rail for accessories and bow and stern areas for motor mounting, with the H-Plate wire management system and the Hobie Powerwall for wiring across the hull.
The motor, battery, wiring, transducer and mounting hardware are all sold separately and count against the 600 lb capacity. Registration rules for a motorized vessel vary by state, so check with your own boating agency first.
How do you care for the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14, and what warranty applies?
Rinse the Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14, drive, rudder and fittings with fresh water after saltwater use. Store it shaded, on wide supports rather than two narrow 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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