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- Page 1 Ref : MP_QUEST Issued by : IR Date : 12/2011 Up-date : 0 Page : 1/16 KAYAK HOBIE QUEST OWNER’S MANUAL...
- Page 2 OWNER’S MANUAL Welcome in the Hobie Way of Life Thank you for choosing a Hobie Kayak. As a member of the Hobie family, you are now on the road to pure adventure in paddling. This owner’s manual is designed to help you get maximum enjoyment from your new Hobie Kayak.
- Page 3 Table of content Pages Description Description of your Hobie kayaks Assembly manual of the options (Pedals, rudder-system, rod-holder) Conception and production of your Hobie Kayak Safety Paddling Advices : righting up the kayak - transport and storage Warranty Your distributor...
- Page 4 Ref : MP_QUEST Issued by : IR Date : 12/2011 Up-date : 0 Page : 4/16 KAYAK HOBIE QUEST OWNER’S MANUAL Description of the Hobie Quest Length (m) ,51 Width (m) 0,86 Weight (kg) Capacity (kg) Carrying handle Large front storage area...
- Page 5 Pedal adjustment system The Hobie Quest is equipped with a unique foot pedal system that allows for a wide variety of adjustments for different sized paddlers. The black strips on the kayak only allow the pedals to be released when they are twisted at a certain angle.
- Page 6 Description The Hobie Quest is designed for the addition of an optional rudder system. Rudder systems in boats like this allow you to adjust the steering trim of your boat when paddling in high wind or strong current conditions. If you purchased the Quest with the rudder package installed, continue reading for rudder installation and operation.
- Page 7 • To lower the rudder, simply uncleat the black line and the rudder will automatically spring back into the down position. Copyright HCE 2011 - www.hobie-cat.net...
- Page 8 When you put your normal pressure on the pedals, the lines will settle a bit and the pedals will adjust back to their optimal comfort angle. Copyright HCE 2011 - www.hobie-cat.net...
- Page 9 Steps Description (Note: Quest Fisherman packages have the rod holder base preinstalled) The center console in the Hobie Quest is designed to accommodate a deck mounted rod holder. If you are using the rod holder from Hobie, follow the instructions below.
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Page 10: Self Bailing Cockpit
Polyethylene is very abrasion-resistant and repairable. Recycling As a company responsible for the environment, Hobie Cat Europe takes into account in its production the life time of the boats. We have an environmental approach at all steps of the manufacturing process, including the recycling. - Page 11 240 : small boats of more that 4 meters long and exclusively powered by human energy. The Hobie Quest is allowed to paddle up to a limit of 2 miles from the shore. To navigate under such conditions, you kayak has to be equipped with the following material (available at your dealer’s shop) : •...
- Page 12 Now take a stroke on your right, then cock your right wrist back (left hand staying loose and somewhat open) and take a stroke on your left. If using a left-hand control paddle, reverse the process. The left hand stays tight and the right hand loose. Copyright HCE 2011 - www.hobie-cat.net...
- Page 13 Transport your kayak The easiest way to transport your Hobie Kayak is to purchase a roof rack for your car. To help prevent distortion, place the kayak, cockpit side down, on top of the rack. Straps can then be laid across the boat and tied to the bars. Be sure to consult the owner’s manual for your car and roof rack system to ensure that you comply with all recommendations, pre-...
- Page 14 Please carefully read the warranty conditions written in this manual. Please carefully and thoughroughly read this manual. Keep it in a safe place Give it to the new owner if you resell your kayak. Copyright HCE 2011 - www.hobie-cat.net...
- Page 15 KAYAK HOBIE QUEST OWNER’S MANUAL HOBIE CAT EUROPE ZI Toulon Est, BP 250, 8078 Toulon cedex 9, France Tel + (0)494 08 78 78 - Fax + (0)494 08 1 99 E-mail : info@hobie-cat.net - site web www.hobie-cat.net Copyright HCE 2012...