Definitely a perfect camera boat. Since you can move the steering lever around it give you lots of options of steering while shooting. We are stoked to have one in our demo fleet.
I love my Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 9'5" but I struggle to inflate it. I can hand pump the end of it. I have tried several electric pumps. the Hobie attachment doesn't fit all the way into the pumps. Any advice on what others are using?
The electric pump that it comes with is not meant to inflate it to full operating pressure. Those pumps require that you top it off with the hand pump. On some boats, opening or closing the valve while inflating will lead to better results. If you wanted to inflate the boat fully without using a hand pump I would consider something like the shark pump www.oregonpaddlesports.com/outdoor-master-shark-ii-high-pressure-electric-pum.html you basically just plut it into the valve and set the PSI you would like it to reach. Be sure to have the valve close during inflation. This will ensure air doesn't come out when you unplug the pump.
Give the shop a call, we just got some in and we are happy to answer anymore questions you have about the boat. As far as rocks go, it is something to keep in mind but ours has had no problem with being used numerous times in our rental and demo fleet. I wouldn't recommend dragging it on rocks but overall it has proved durable.
Mine didn't come with a paddle. When you unboxed yours you didn't take out a paddle. It mysteriously appeared and you said it comes with it but it wasn't in your box or mine.
Sorry for the continuity error, but this indeed comes with a 4 piece breakdown paddle. If you look through everything again and still don’t see it you should contact your dealer.
@@chance4000 Thanks! After doing that I found that the 2024's no longer come with the paddle or the paddle holder! Luckily I have a 4 piece I can use with a paddle leash.
500 seems to be the standard for paddle boards in the industry. This could get used a little harder than many paddle boards however. You could always glue vinyl rub strips on the bottom.
@@colleenzitman5943 mine has been in blackberry bushes at the side of the river. there are some sharp thorns on those. I saw one video of a guy that used a thin exercise mat on top to protect his from fish hooks and spines
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Beautiful spot. I want a ITrek 11 for a camera boat. They seem stable and easy to handle.
Definitely a perfect camera boat. Since you can move the steering lever around it give you lots of options of steering while shooting. We are stoked to have one in our demo fleet.
Great video, thanks for posting! Thinking about getting one of these.
We have one in stock. No sales tax. 😈 www.oregonpaddlesports.com/hobie-itrek-11-yellow-10-ft-8-in.html
I love my Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 9'5" but I struggle to inflate it. I can hand pump the end of it. I have tried several electric pumps. the Hobie attachment doesn't fit all the way into the pumps. Any advice on what others are using?
The electric pump that it comes with is not meant to inflate it to full operating pressure. Those pumps require that you top it off with the hand pump. On some boats, opening or closing the valve while inflating will lead to better results. If you wanted to inflate the boat fully without using a hand pump I would consider something like the shark pump www.oregonpaddlesports.com/outdoor-master-shark-ii-high-pressure-electric-pum.html you basically just plut it into the valve and set the PSI you would like it to reach. Be sure to have the valve close during inflation. This will ensure air doesn't come out when you unplug the pump.
@@oregonpaddlesports1595 Thank you for your recommendation!
I just bought iTrek 11 and apparently the paddle and glued on paddle clips are no longer with new boats.
I'm 5'2", can the seat be adjusted to the mirage?
Would love to see a comparison with the Hobie Lynx
I would be curious too. Most of the hardware is the same, drive, seat, rudder system. But the hulls definitely have a different shape.
I’m considering pulling the trigger but my only worry is rocks tearing it
Give the shop a call, we just got some in and we are happy to answer anymore questions you have about the boat. As far as rocks go, it is something to keep in mind but ours has had no problem with being used numerous times in our rental and demo fleet. I wouldn't recommend dragging it on rocks but overall it has proved durable.
I have one for Kayak fishing. Its performance is awesome, but the craftmanship is really disappointing for a 2600 raft.
Any details?
@@callaway86 There were fine scratches all over the body and I inspected several of them
Mine didn't come with a paddle. When you unboxed yours you didn't take out a paddle. It mysteriously appeared and you said it comes with it but it wasn't in your box or mine.
Sorry for the continuity error, but this indeed comes with a 4 piece breakdown paddle. If you look through everything again and still don’t see it you should contact your dealer.
@@chance4000 Thanks! After doing that I found that the 2024's no longer come with the paddle or the paddle holder! Luckily I have a 4 piece I can use with a paddle leash.
What keeps me from buying this is the colors no more choices and dont like those colors 😢
If only it was 1000 denier instead of 500.
500 seems to be the standard for paddle boards in the industry. This could get used a little harder than many paddle boards however. You could always glue vinyl rub strips on the bottom.
according. to Hobie uk it is 1000 denier fabric. if had an i14t for 2 years now and its tough. im getting the 11 soon.
@@raymondscott906 Any idea if dogs could come on it? Or would it risk a tear because of their nails?
@@colleenzitman5943 mine has been in blackberry bushes at the side of the river. there are some sharp thorns on those. I saw one video of a guy that used a thin exercise mat on top to protect his from fish hooks and spines