Oceanside California Where are Hobie Kayaks Made? Hobie's headquarters are in Oceanside California. This is where the vast majority of kayak hulls are built.

The Ultimate Craft for Versatility - Pedal, Paddle or Sail! Unlike the majority of kayaks, Hobie Kayaks can be paddled, pedalled with the help of the renowned Mirage Drive or even sailed with the ability of an optional sail kit on some models.

I've posted a short video on how the Hobie Quest has held up under ten years of regular fishing use under conditions that are probably a bit more demanding than your average kayak fisherman, so it's a pretty good look at the durability of the Hobie kayak hulls and general construction.

Top picks: Best Hobie pedal kayaks for 2024

• Hobie. Mirage Outback.
• Mirage iTrek 11. Leave a rating / review.
• Mirage Revolution 13. Leave a rating / review.
• Mirage iTrek Fiesta. Leave a rating / review.
• Mirage Compass Duo.
• Mirage Pro Angler 12 with 360 Technology.
• Mirage Pro Angler 14 with 360 Technology.
• Mirage iTrek 14 Duo.

With a D-PN of 60.4, the Fox is the fastest of the Hobie family.

I've posted a short video on how the Hobie Quest has held up under ten years of regular fishing use under conditions that are probably a bit more demanding than your average kayak fisherman, so it's a pretty good look at the durability of the Hobie kayak hulls and general construction.

An inflatable kayak might last you only a half dozen years; however, a well-maintained, quality kayak can last twice that or much longer - even a lifetime. There are a number of things to consider, however, when judging how long you can keep paddling.

If you can, it is best to keep your kayak in a garage, shed, or covered by an awning. If you live somewhere that gets a lot snow and ice, you definitely do not want your kayak sitting outside either in direct sun or where it can completely freeze over.

Whenever you make a sizeable purchase, you want to know that you are getting your money's worth. So, how long can you expect your kayak to last? Bottom line: 6-12 years is a pretty typical range for the life span of a kayak.

KEEP IT OUT OF THE SUN But leaving your boat out in the sun for long periods of time is not okay. Although most kayaks these days have UV inhibitors incorporated into the hull material, prolonged exposure to sunlight can make your boat's bright, vibrant color fade and can weaken the hatch cover(s).

The National Center for Cold Water Safety recommends treating any water below 70 F/21 C with caution. Water temps below 60 F/15 C can be immediately life threatening due to “cold shock” - you lose breathing control, your heart and blood pressure are affected, and your ability to think clearly is impaired.

Anyone kayaking in the ocean other than experienced paddlers should use a sit-on-top kayak. The beauty of this style of kayak is that they are completely sealed, allowing them to be rolled back over if they capsize, without filling up with water. This then enables the paddlers to easily climb back in and keep on going.