We have the result of the votes cast on the proposal published 18-05-2022 related to the Hobie 20 rule changes and sailmaker selection: YES: 43,75% NO: 56,25% ABSTENTION: 0% The majority was not happy with the proposed solution as can be seen. With an outset in the result and the received comments, the proposal will […]
Spring is here and the regatta season is ramping up. Hone your skills this season and join us in October for the Hobie 14 North American Championships! Host venue Dallas Corinthian Yacht Club (DCYC) provides an excellent venue for catamaran sailing. DCYC offers a grassy rigging beach, convenient trailer parking, clubhouse with covered patio, bathroom […]
Hobie Cat Co. (“HCC”) has informed the International Hobie Class Association (“IHCA”) that HCC is no longer going to manufacture sails for two discontinued models the Hobie 17 (“H17”) and the Hobie 20 (“H20”). Both boats are still being actively sailed and raced in North America albeit in smallish numbers. There are also some H17’s […]
Hobie Youth Wave US National Championships All boats must meet the Hobie Wave Class rules. A limited number of Ocean Springs Yacht Club Hobie Wave club boats will be available to participants only on a first-come, first-served basis. Competitors shall be under the age of 21 years of age on the 31st of December 2022. […]
Hobie 17 & Hobie 20 sailmaker selection summary and status Hobie Cat Co. (“HCC”) has informed the International Hobie Class Association (“IHCA”) that HCC is no longer going to manufacture sails for two discontinued models the Hobie 17 (“H17”) and the Hobie 20 (“H20”). Both boats are still being actively sailed and raced in North […]
It is important that the crew fill out the entry form for privacy and liability. If you know your crew details please enter them as soon as possible. We need to know so we can order apparel, catering, etc. We want everyone to enjoy the full Hobie Worlds experience. It is a condition of entry […]
Ski season is winding down and sailing season is coming. As some of you know, my winter thing is working as a ski patroller at our local hill. I really enjoy the emergency medical component of ski patrol and helping people who are having a bad day. This past weekend, I was home and it […]
Winter was late but it finally arrived here in the US and for me, it’s ski season. The boat is tucked away in the garage. Our friends in Florida are hosting their popular winter Hobie sailing events as sailors from the north travel in search of warmer weather. Worlds date changes Many of you watched […]
Dear Fellow HOBIE Sailors, The City of Dana Point recently authorized the HOBIE MEMORIAL COMMITTEE to add a limited number of names on the mounted plaque for the plaza’s centerpiece. For those of you unable to participate in the first round, this is a rare opportunity to be part of these historic and memorable times. […]
The 2022 Hobie Wave North American Championships will be raced from October 12 to October 16, 2022. The event is open to all IHCA class legal Hobie Wave. With all crew being financial members of the HCANA. Venue Shreveport Yacht Club, 2905 Municipal Pier Rd, Shreveport, LA 71 1 19. Racing will be on Cross […]