MIRAGE TANDEM ISLAND (HOBIE)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 18.5 ft |
| Beam | 10 ft |
| Draft | 2.42 ft/ 1.25 ft min |
| Displacement | 240 lb |
About the MIRAGE TANDEM ISLAND (HOBIE)
Peddle drive: MD 180 Turbo w/kick-up fins + arc cranks Beam amas folded in: 4 ft / 1.22 m
The Hobie Mirage Tandem Island is a pedal-powered catamaran designed by Greg Ketterman and built by Hobie starting in 2007. With a length overall of 18.5 ft and a beam of 10.0 ft, it offers a stable platform for two occupants, weighing a lightweight 240.0 lb.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideal for coastal cruising, lake exploration, and beach landings, suiting couples or solo adventurers seeking a low-effort, human-powered experience. Its shallow draft of 2.42 ft makes it particularly well-suited for accessing shallow bays and coastal areas inaccessible to deeper-hulled vessels.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 240.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 6.44, this vessel is strictly for coastal and protected waters and is not suitable for offshore or bluewater passage making.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other Hobie pedal cats like the Mirage Island and the larger Hobie 16 for those seeking motorized or sail-assisted options. It competes with other tandem pedal craft in the 18-20 ft range that prioritize stability and cargo capacity over speed.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
11 listings · boat years 2011–2023 · median $6,349
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 18.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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