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Hobie Alter was the at the root of cat sailing, growing the sport with passionate invention and new design. Hobie Cat continues to deliver amazing catamarans to those who want the excitement of fast rides and fun sailing, be it top-notch, highly competitive one-design racing, or a fun-filled afternoon of hoots, hollers, and hull flying. Because sailors' wants and abilities are not alike, cat designs are not created equal.

Catamarans are the fastest sailing boats in most any wind condition. Tall masts with high-aspect sails on a pair of long, lean hulls, one just kissing the water, is sheer power.

Acceleration

Powerful, light, rigid cats practically leap from the from water when properly balanced and sailed. Yes, it takes experience and stamina to handle go-fast cats in waves, wind, and through various maneuvers, but it's such a rush when you do so successfully.

Easy Beaching

Cats are more easily sailed onto a beach, than equally-sized monohulls. Recreational cats (without daggerboards), are especially easy —and those with roto-molded poly hulls (Bravo, Wave, Getaway, T2) are rugged enough to take pokes, bumps, and rocks too.

All multihulls have great initial stability, making them easy to board, and are also very stable when sailing in light–moderate wind. Stability on windy days relies upon the sailor's knowledge, experience, and ability to trapeze, de-power the rig, and/or reduce sail size. Otherwise, whoosh splash capsized catamaran. You'll get better at righting with practice; it's part of the fun & challenge.

Stability fore and aft in windy conditions is greatly affected by waves, hull length, shape, and volume—particularly in the bow area (as Hobie 14 and Hobie 16 owners readily acknowledge).

Newer designs have a lot more volume overall, and in the bow areas. With just 13' of hull, the Hobie Wave takes wind and wave so much more easily, newbies at the helm of their first thrilling cat ride think, "wow, fun!" unaware of the decades of experience that went into their designed joyful first ride.

Capacity and Comfort

Large trampolines provide plenty of space for people; the Getaway has two: a main tramp, and a forward tramp as well. When the wind kicks up, you'll want to be on one side of that cat, on the high-up rail, not "laying (sliding) around" on all that space. That is, if you intend to sail her in the wind she loves.

The Hobie Getaway has optional (get them!) wings so you can sit outboard on raised seats, allowing a more natural sitting position, and eliminating the high-wind-essential need for trapeze. Wings are comfortable and popular; the Getaway photo above is shown with them installed.

Keep in Mind

The longer and heavier a catamaran's mast, the more effort to raise it, and you will be lifting and pushing it up while walking across a (hopefully, tightly strung) trampoline which will provide strength, properly tensioned. Still, trampolines are not a rigid surface.

Cats rarely point as high (sail as close to the eye of the wind) as monohulls, especially recreational cats, nor do they turn as quickly or easily as cats/monohulls with daggerboard/s. Getting out to the lake , traversing a narrow opening or navigating through a crowded bay when the wind is coming at you, requires repeated, quick tacks. As you attain skill, tacking will get easier, but a cat may not be your best choice for the particular body of water you are now planning on using.

Large sails are powerful. On a windy day you may capsize in a direction you didn't think was possible —or, when you least expect it. Catamarans are typically a bit more time consuming to right and climb aboard, especially if you are lightweight or inexperienced, and particularly if you are alone.

Hobie's recreational cats come with a float at the top of their mast which keeps the mast tip high afloat so you've more time to right it. The float (called the "Hobie Bob") prevents turtling (turning upside down).

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We sell both new and used sailboats. We are particular about design, quality, and condition, and price them accordingly. Call or visit our showroom to learn what used cats may be available.

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Hobie Cat Rentals

Get on the water and sail on a Hobie Cat. There’s nothing quite like the salt air breezes across your face as you sail on the ocean. Adventurous and relaxing, all at the same time. Rent a Hobie Cat at Downwind today!

HOBIE 16 With its legendary design and induction into the Sailing Hall of Fame, the Hobie 16 is truly in a class of its own. Thirty years of racing and going stronger than ever.

Powerful enough to challenge veteran sailors yet easy enough for beginners, the Hobie 16 is the perfect all around cat. Asymmetrical hulls eliminate the need for dagger boards. This makes for easy launching and beaching.

Standard Features:

• White Asymmetrical Hulls Eliminate Daggerboards for Easy Beaching
• Kick-Up Rudders Allow Easy Beaching
• Colored, Race-Ready Dacron Sails
• Raised Trampoline for Dry, Comfortable Sailing and Easy Trapezing
• Double Trapeze System
• Harken Blocks
• Comptip Mast for Safety and Better High Wind Performance
• Black Anodized Aluminum

HOBIE WAVE 14 Sail solo or with a friend and discover the Wave’s remarkable quickness and agility. Bring the whole family and experience the Wave’s great carrying capacity and stability.

The Wave is quick to assemble, fast, and exciting to sail. Hobie’s roto-molded polyethylene manufacturing process makes the 13-foot catamaran lightweight, yet durable. Also available as the Wave Club Edition with a three-piece trampoline.

• Super Durable, Impact-Resistant Polyethylene Roto-Molded Hulls
• Special Keel Shape Eliminates Daggerboards for Easy Beaching
• New EZ Loc Rudder System (Patent Pending) for Easy Beaching
• Fully Battented, Multi-Colored Dacron Main Sail with Safety View Window
• Easy-Attach One Piece Colored Mesh Trampoline with Built-In Drink Holders
• Hobie Bob” Mast Float Helps Prevent Turtling if Capsized
• Comptip Mast for Safety
• Padded Seat Cushions for Added Comfort
• Innovative Design for Easy Transport and Storage

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If you’re looking for Hobie Sailboat Parts , you’ll find virtually any item you need to repair or maintain your hobie catamaran sailboat here. Browse through our huge selection of Hobie Cat approved parts for the Hobie 14, Hobie 16, Hobie 17, Hobie 18, Hobie Bravo, Hobie Wave, Hobie Getaway, Hobie Adventure Island, Hobie Tandem Island, and more. Parts locators located on each page for easy reference!

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Hobie 16 Jib (Zephyr)

Hobie 16 Mainsail (Zephyr)

Hobie 16 Mainsail (Mistral)

Hobie 16 Jib (Mistral)

Hobie Wave Mainsail (Bora Bora)

Hobie Getaway Mainsail (Bora Bora)

Hobie Getaway Wing Covers Gray Mesh (2017+)

Hobie Getaway Trampoline Gray Mesh

Hobie Wave Club Trampoline (Gray Mesh)

Hobie Wave Jib (Orange)

Hobie Wave Jib (Bora Bora)

Hobie Getaway Trampoline Gray Mesh (2017+)

Hobie Bravo Mainsail (Martinique)

Hobie Righting Bucket Kit

Hobie EZ Loc Rudder Blade

Hobie 16 Rudder Casting Upper Right (Fits Hobie 14)

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