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Hobie Mirage Adventure Island
Features
Specifications

  • Adventure kayak hull w/ MirageDrive, paddle, seat, and large rudder blade
  • Two color coordinated amas
  • Deck mounted cross-bars
  • Removable aka arms w/ carrying bag
  • Daggerboard
  • Roller-furling sail w/ battens
  • Two-piece mast w/ full length storage bag
  • Harken blocks
  • All lines and hardware
  • Length: 16' 0"
  • Width (Amas Extended): 112 "
  • Width (Amas Retracted): 42 "
  • Weight: 115 lbs.
  • Capacity: 350 lbs.
  • Sail Area : 57.5 sq. ft.
  • Mast Height: 15' 2"
Hobie Mirage Tandem Island
Features
Specifications

  • Two MirageDrives with Turbo Fins
  • Two high-back seats with self-inflating lumbar supports
  • Roller furling mainsail
  • Two piece carbon fiber mast
  • Two color coordinated Amas
  • Deck-mounted crossbars
  • Easily retractable and removable Amas
  • Snap-release Akas and carry bag
  • Fully-retractable, built-in, kicked-up centerboard
  • Large Twist and Stow rudder
  • Two 2-piece paddles with on Aka storage
  • All lines and hardware, plus Harken blocks
  • Dual steering controls in front and rear cockpits that are tiller-extension ready
  • Dual rudder deploy and retract controls from front and rear cockpits
  • Two molded in rod holders
  • Rear cargo compartment with Bungee tie-downs
  • Large rear cargo compartment that accommodates Hobie Livewell
  • Large bow hatch
  • Three 8" Twist and Seal hatches
  • Four mesh stowage pockets
  • Four cup / bottle holders
  • Length Overall: 18'6"
  • Ama Length: 13'4"
  • Width w/Amas Out: 10'
  • Width w/ Amas Folded In: 4'
  • Width (hull only): 30"
  • Mast Height: 18'
  • Sail Area: 90 ft^2
  • MirageDrive Weight x 2: 6.6 lbs
  • Rigged Weight: 190 lbs
  • Capacity: 600 lbs
Laser Sailboats Standard, Radial, 4.7
Features
Specifications

Laser sailing is an investment in skills that will last a lifetime, skills that apply to any boat. Laser sailors have access to a community of sailors from around the world who love to race. One Laser sailor in Honolulu recently recorded the first Laser speed record at 16.8 knots, or 28 feet per second. When you are ready to race, get into a Laser.

The International Laser Class hosts more events in more nations than any other one-design class in the world. In North America alone there are more than a thousand events each year. Whether you choose to race in local club events or international championships there is an event for everyone. The International Laser Class magazine,Laser World and the North American class magazine Laser Sailor will always keep you up-to-date on future events, results, and tips to improve your Laser sailing.

Length: 13.78 ft.

Beam: 4.56 ft.

Draft: 2.62 ft.

Sail Area: 75.99 Square Ft.

Hull Weight: 130 lbs

Hobie Tiger
Features
Specifications

A high performance import from Hobie U.S.A.'s Sister company, Hobie Cat Europe. The Hobie Tiger has become one of the most exciting and fastest growing catamaran one-design racing fleets in the world.

The Tiger is raced with a crew of two and a spinnaker for down-wind performance. Designed to conform to Formula 18 racing rules, the Hobie Tiger is an ISAF recognized class. It's fittings, hull design and sail shape are the results of the latest developments in sailing technology.

  • Length: 18'
  • Beam: 8' 6"
  • Mast Length: 29' 6"
  • Main Sail Area: 183 Sq. Ft.
  • Jib Sail Area: 44 Sq. Ft.
  • Spinnaker Sail Area: 225 Sq. Ft.
  • Weight (with spinnaker): 397 lbs.
  • Hull Construction: Fiberglass/Foam Sandwich
Hobie Wild Cat
Features
Specifications

Hobie Cat Europe asked a panel of esteemed naval architects, Olympic sailors, and sailmakers to design and build an F18-class category killer. The result? The all-new Hobie Wild Cat F18. This no apologies racing cat will unquestionably make its presence known in F18 racing. Wave-piercing hulls, integrated wing mast section, and minimal drag from its high-aspect rudders and centerboards contribute to outrageous lift when sailing to windward. Downwind is a sleigh ride with the full spinnaker rig. Whether fleet racing or blistering across the water for the sheer thrill of it, the Wild Cat will most certainly satisfy your need for velocity.

  • Length: 17' 11" / 5.46 m
  • Beam: 8' 6" / 2.59
  • Draft w/Rudder Up: 7.1" / 0.18
  • Mast Length: 29' 6" / 8.99
  • Sail Area: 454 ft2 / 42 m2
  • Weight (with spinnaker): 397 lbs / 180 kg
  • Hull Construction: Fiberglass/Foam Sandwich
Hobie FX One
Features
Specifications

A high performance import from Hobie U.S.A.'s Sister company, Hobie Cat Europe. "The New Generation" A new feeling is bringing old friends back together on the new wave-piercing single hander from Hobie Cat Europe.

Common components from the Hobie Tiger and the Hobie Fox have assured a strong but fast cat on and off the wind. The wave piercing hulls are fast, yet big flotation means room for a friend on board.

  • Length: 17'
  • Beam: 8' 4"
  • Mast Length: 27' 9"
  • Main Sail Area: 172 Sq. Ft.
  • Weight:
  • Main Only: 308 lbs.
  • Main + Spinnaker: 326 lbs.
  • Main + Spinnaker + Jib: 333 lbs.
  • Hull Construction: Fiberglass/Foam Sandwich
Hobie Getaway
Features
Specifications

The Hobie Getaway is the "social boat" of Hobie Cat's rotomolded catamaran line. With significantly more hull volume than the ever-popular Hobie Wave, plus huge carrying capacity, the Hobie Getaway comfortably accommodates six adults. Or take the whole family out for a comfortable evening cruise.

A lot of boat at a tremendous price, the Hobie Getaway is designed to withstand rigorous use and provide years of sailing enjoyment for the entire family. The Hobie Getaway. serious performance in a very playful, manageable boat.

  • Length: 16' 7"
  • Beam: 7' 8"
  • Mast Length: 25'
  • Sail Area: 180 Sq. Ft.
  • Weight: 390 lbs.
  • Hull Construction: Roto-Molded Polyethylene
  • Designed By : Greg Ketterman and the Hobie Cat design Team
Hobie Wave
Features
Specifications

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 manuracturing process makes the 13 foot catamaran lightweight, yet durable. Also available as the Wave Club Edition with a three-piece trampoline.

  • Length: 13' 0"
  • Beam: 7'
  • Mast Length: 20'
  • Weight: 245 lbs.
  • Hull Construction: Roto-Molded Polyethylene
Hobie 16
Features
Specifications

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.

The Hobie 16... the ultimate one design class.

  • Length: 16' 7"
  • Beam: 7' 11"
  • Mast Length: 26' 6"
  • Sail Area: 218 Sq. Ft.
  • Weight: 320 lbs.
  • Hull Construction: Fiberglass/Foam Sandwich
Hobie Bravo
Features
Specifications

The new Bravo is Hobie's latest contribution to sailing simplicity. The Bravo's large sail area makes it responsive in light winds, while the roller-furling main and square-top sail design allow for controlled sailing in all wind conditions. Hobie Cat has a Patent Pending on the unique furling Bravo Sail Rig.

With its unmatched ease of use, comfort and stability, the Hobie Bravo is ideal for new sailors and experienced sailors of all ages. And of course it looks great, since it's a Hobie.

  • Length: 12' 0"
  • Beam: 53"
  • Mast Length: 19'
  • Sail Area: 86 Sq. Ft.
  • Weight: 195 lbs.
  • Hull Construction: Roto-Molded Polyethylene
  • Designed By: Greg Ketterman and the Hobie Cat Design Team