Mirage Drive 180

[ProfessorLongArms]

Originally Posted by dgarland10

Probably a loaded question but here goes. Currently have Mirage Drive, and fish primarily harbors but want to get out into bigger waters. I really struggle with holding position while fly fishing. Do you think the Mirage Drive 180 will help maintain position better in current and winds? Noticable difference enough to warrant the cost of buying the 180?

Thanks!

I have both.... When you get used to the 180, you occasionally have "oh shit" moments without it when you reach to grab it on a V2. I find it useful for when I'm going into current and I hit my drift spot and I want to drop, or I see a mark on the meter and I want to stop on a dime. It's by no means necessary for bigger water or otherwise, though it is a sweet feature for when you need to pull up next to a buddy and you overshoot.

that said, steering with the rudder in reverse is weird. Much respect to anyone who can control a turn in reverse on a hobie