Propel systems

[riverdog]

A little late but I have used both even though I own neither. Both run very heavy but are excellent kayaks. As mention the propel allows you to pedal in reverse. Not that important on lakes but great for fishing tide changes in channels in the ocean. The other main practical difference is the Native Watercraft has a fixed depth propeller. The mirage blades depth becomes shallower with shorter strokes of your legs. This is handy coming and out of shallows but isn't idiot proof. The newer native watercraft are more comfortable but I wouldn't call Hobie Mirage uncomfortable. Both tend to take weight off your rear and are more comfortable over paddle kayaks on long outings.
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