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It is a great time to be an angler because Hobie Kayaks is officially back and bringing their manufacturing home to the United States. In this video, I give you a full brand walkthrough at ICAST 2026 with Hobie Brand Manager Marcos Garza. We look closely at everything from the budget-friendly Passport series to the fully rigged Pro Angler 14 360 to see what the future holds for this legendary kayak brand. The best news is that their hulls are now being molded in Lebanon, Missouri, and their drives and seats are being built right in Miami, Oklahoma. Watch the video to see if Hobie is ready to take over the kayak world once again.
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Timestamps
0:00 - Is Hobie About to Take Over the Kayak World Again?
0:13 - Meet Marcos: Full Hobie Brand Walkthrough
0:21 - BIG NEWS: Hobie Manufacturing Moves 100% to the USA
0:37 - Hobie Passport 10.5 and 12 Breakdown
0:54 - Passport Pricing, Kick-Up GT Drives, and Features
2:59 - Upgrading to the Hobie Compass
3:11 - Compass Drive Updates: Standard Kick-Up Turbo 180
4:34 - Custom Rigging and New Injection-Molded Plates
5:56 - Hobie Outback Walkthrough: The Universal Multi-Purpose King
6:38 - Outback Transducer Shield and Deck Wiring Options
7:02 - Exploring Deck Capacity and Stated Weight Limits
7:47 - The Flagship: Hobie Pro Angler 14 360
8:44 - Hobie iTrek Inflatable Series: Lightweight Grab and Go Options
9:56 - Honest Truth: Final Thoughts on the New Era of Hobie
17:54 - Outin Portable Espresso Maker Ad
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