# Pedal-Powered Four-Person Kayaks The Hobie Mirage iTrek Fiesta Has an Inflatable Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-01-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hobie-mirage-itrek-fiesta References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/hobie-mirage-itrek-fiesta-four-person-kayak-paddle-drive/) & [hobie](https://www.hobie.com/kayaks/mirage-fiesta/) The Hobie Mirage iTrek Fiesta is an [inflatable four-person kayak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha-crosswave-waverunner) that will offer avid outdoor enthusiasts with a way to explore on their own terms in small groups to highlight a more social experience. The watercraft features an expansive design that is wide enough and long enough to comfortably accommodate up to four passengers, while will being capable of traversing the aquatic environment with ease. The kayak makes use of the MirageDrive system that will have each passenger pedal to move them forward instead of requiring them to use conventional paddles. The Hobie Mirage iTrek Fiesta features a [1,000 pound capacity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/btwin-f900e) and weighs in at just 105 pounds, which will make it suitable for carrying both passengers and gear, depending on needs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Inflatable Kayaks:** The popularity of inflatable kayaks is on the rise, providing space-saving and portable options for kayakers. - **Social Kayaking:** Kayaking is becoming a more social activity as larger, multi-person kayaks gain popularity for group outings and events. - **Pedal-powered Watercraft:** Pedal-powered watercraft are a growing trend, providing eco-friendly and efficient alternatives to traditionally powered boats. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can capitalize on the rise of inflatable kayaks, offering a wider range of portable and space-saving options for consumers. - **Event Planning:** The event planning industry can take advantage of the trend in social kayaking by incorporating group kayaking activities into team building or other events. - **Boating:** The boating industry can innovate by developing more efficient and eco-friendly pedal-powered watercraft to meet the rising demand for sustainable alternatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floating Multi-Person Water Hammocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-hammock.md) - [Hybrid Inflatable Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isle-the-switch.md) - [Dual-Posture Stand-Up Paddleboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standup-paddleboards.md) - [Inflatable Two-Level Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portless-catamaran.md) - [Oversized Floating Water Hammocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bote-hangout-15.md) - [Three-in-One Aquatic Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decathlon-x-outercraft-hydrobike.md) - [Folding Electric Catamarans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iziboat.md) - [Mobile Motorized Inflatable Watercraft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goboat-20.md) - [E-Trike Boat Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ztriton-20.md)