Research 2013 - Hobie Cat Boats - Mirage Tandem Island

~Mirage Tandem Island

The puff hits and the Hobie Mirage Tandem Island’s leeward ama chisels into the water, its efficient, square-topped mainsail immediately translating increased wind speed into extra boat speed. The Tandem Island’s two-piece carbon-fiber rig minimizes weight aloft—thus stiffening the ride—and both cockpits are fitted with steerage and sail-handling controls, allowing sailors of all abilities to share the experience. Best yet, the amas, akas and rig are easily stripped, converting the Tandem Island’s rotomolded polyethylene hull into a highly efficient, pedal-or paddle-powered touring kayak with enough hatches and on-deck stowage
for multi-day escapes.
Beam: 10 ft. 0 in.
Max load: 600
Standard features: Two MirageDrives with Turbo Fins
Kick-up Island Rudder
Adjustable High Back Padded Seats w/ Inflatable Lumbar Supports
Fully-Retractable, Kick-Up Centerboard
Patented Roller-Furling Sail with Battens
Two-Piece Carbon Fiber Mast
Deck-Mounted crossbars
Easily Retractable and Removable Amas
Two 2-piece paddles w/ On-Aka Storage
Dual Steering Controls in Front and Rear Cockpits
Dual Rudder Deploy and Retract Controls in Front and Rear Cockpits
Two Molded-In Rod Holders
Rear Cargo Compartment with Bungee Tie-Downs
Large Bow Hatch
Three 8” Twist and Seal Hatches w/ Gear Bucket
Four Mesh Stowage Pockets
Four Cup Holders
All Lines and Hardware Plus Harken Blocks