Dear Hobie sailors, We are thrilled to finally announce the final dates for the Hobie Multi-Class events that will be held in Cesenatico (Italy) from the 11th to the 21st of July 2023. The event will be organized in conjunction with IHCA, EHCA, Italian Association, and Circolo Vela Cesenatico. For the Hobie Cat 16 it…
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Dec
Dec
Winter is here in North America and the Hobie is put away. This time of year, I switch to frostbite sailing and skiing. I recently ran the races for the laser frostbite fleet, it was a cold and windy day but it’s good to take a turn running the races. It’s always humbling working as…
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Dec
Dec
Registration and event site reservations will open on January 1st 203. More information will be posted on the Division website at hobiediv4.org with links to event documents and other accommodations in the area. Notice of Race
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Nov
Nov
You have seen the announcement about Hobie Cat Company licensing out the sailboat side of the business, but many are wondering what does this really mean? Hobie Cat Company has not been sold and will continue to operate building kayaks and pedal boards. Hobie Cat Company has entered into a long-term licensing agreement with Start…
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Nov
Nov
Dear IHCA members, Voting and commenting on the proposed change to Hobie Cat 16 Rule 7.3 raising the minimum youth crew weight to 118,2 kg was closed on 15-11-2022 as announced. Result of the voting: YES: 64,9% NO: 35,1% ABSTENTION: 0% It is well-known discussions on crew weight have always been sensitive and controversial. The…
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Nov
Nov
Hobie 16 World Champions from Australia, Cam Owen & Susie Ghent, talk to Mike Madge about racing this iconic beach cat at the highest level.
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Oct
On a proposal from the European Hobie Class Association (EHCA), the International Hobie Class Association (IHCA) Council was requested at the recent AGM to consider and review the minimum combined crew weight at Hobie Cat 16 youth events. With the outset in weight statistics from Youth World and European Championships with averages ranging from 124…
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Sep
Sep
The Hotline and the HCANA as a whole is continuing to create buzz about our current and future membership growth Worldwide! A continued focus on youth membership in particular is paying off and we encourage our members and fleets to invite out new folks to learn to sail — and to race! We are proud to announce the third…
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Sep
Sep
For the Hobie sailors attending the Hobie 16 Worlds we have some important news and updates. The most important news is the boats are built and, on the beach, waiting for you. The following news and information will help you sail through the registration process smoothly. After you enter the Club de Vela La Ballena Alegre approximately…
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Aug
Nine Hobie 18’s and 14 Hobie 17’s lined up at Perry Yacht Club, Meriden, KS – August 17-20 for the 2022 Hobie 17 & 18 North American Championships. Perry Yacht Club on the Northern end of Perry Lake. The wind conditions were generally light though everyone did manage to trapeze and even a couple of…
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