Events, News

Costa Brava Hobie 16 Warm-Up Regatta 2027

Posted on by David Brookes
Hobie Worlds 2027
17
Aug

The Perfect Start to the 2027 Hobie 16 World Championship Sant Pere Pescador, Costa Brava, Spain — 2027 The countdown to the 24th Hobie 16 World Championship is already underway, and competitors will have the perfect opportunity to get into World Championship mode with the Costa Brava Hobie 16 Warm-Up Regatta 2027 at Club de […]

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International Hobie Class

Ocean Springs Will Come Alive September 14-25

Posted on by David Brookes
Hobie 16 Sails
15
Aug

The Hobie 16 International Event Committee, in conjunction with the Title Sponsors, is pleased to announce that event sails have been secured for the Hobie 16 Masters Division and the Hobie 16 Open Series Finals. Flying around the racecourse will be beautiful, brand-new, class-legal, customised, event-unique-coloured main and jib sails featuring many of our sponsors, including Title […]

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International Hobie Class, News

Notice of Race Now Online for the 2027 Hobie World Championships

Posted on by David Brookes
Hobie Square
04
Aug

The International Hobie Class Association (IHCA) is pleased to announce that the Notice of Race for the 18th Hobie 14 World Championship, 24th Hobie 16 World Championship, and Hobie Dragoon International Cup is now available. The championships will be held from 27 June to 8 July 2027 at the beautiful La Ballena Alegre Resort, Sant […]

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Events, News

Hobie Raid hosted by Hobie Fleet 808 Pescara

Posted on by David Brookes
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24
Jul

For the Hobie catters of the Pescara 808 Fleet (Italy, Abruzzo, Adriatic Sea), it’s one of the most anticipated events. The Hobie Raid is always perceived as a social, enjoyable, and enjoyable gathering. Indeed, when it comes to recreational rather than competitive activities, everyone wants to camp in tents pitched directly on the Hobies with […]

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Events, International Hobie Class, News

2027 Hobie 14 & Hobie 16 World Championships & Hobie Dragoon International Cup

Posted on by David Brookes
Hobie Square
30
Jun

2027 Hobie 14 & Hobie 16 World Championships Hobie Dragoon International Cup Sant Pere Pescador, Spain | June–July 2027 The International Hobie Class Association and Club de Vela La Ballena Alegre are proud to announce the 18th Hobie 14 World Championship and the 24th Hobie 16 World Championship, together with the Hobie Dragoon International Cup, […]

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International Hobie Class

2026 Hobie 14 Open & Women’s North American Championship

Posted on by David Brookes
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17
Jun

Day One – 2026 Hobie 14 Open & Women’s North American Championship Hosted by Fort Walton Yacht Club – Fort Walton Beach, Florida, the 2026 Hobie 14 Open & Women’s North American Championship kicked off with strong competition as top Hobie 14 sailors from North America, Europe, and Australia gathered for four days of high-energy, […]

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News

2026 China Weihai Hobie Open Regatta & Hobie 16 Asian Championship

Posted on by David Brookes
Hobie Asian 2026 11
16
Jun

Weihai International Beach is the first one in China which is awarded BLUE FLAG. This is an official recognition of the superb quality of the race area. 48 boats, 48 teams from China, Thailand, China Hong Kong, China Taiwan, USA, Canada, Australia, Korea June 13 Wind 10-12 knots June 14 Wind 15 – 22 knots […]

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News

11th Edition of the Legendary Hobie Fleet 808 Raid Set for July 11–12, 2026

Posted on by David Brookes
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05
Jun

The spirit of adventure, camaraderie, and the Hobie way of life will once again take centre stage as the legendary Hobie Fleet 808 Raid of Pescara returns for its 11th edition on Saturday, 11 July, and Sunday, 12 July 2026. Over the past decade, the Raid has become one of the most anticipated events on […]

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Events, International Hobie Class, News

2026 China Weihai Hobie Open Regatta & Hobie 16 Asian Championship

Posted on by David Brookes
Weihai Hobie
01
Jun

Hobie Asian Championships will be held on 13-14 June, Weihai, China. We offer these fantastic prizes.   The Local Organising Committee will provide 48 HOBIE-16 sailboats. The Notice of Race has all the information to assist you in this Hobie Regatta

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Events, News

Ocean Springs Yacht Club to Host Highly Anticipated 2026 Hobie 16 International Championship

Posted on by David Brookes
Ocean Springs
21
May

The waters of the Mississippi Sound will soon be filled with top-tier sailing competition as the Ocean Springs Yacht Club prepares to host the 2026 Hobie 16 International Championships from 14-25 September. This premier championship regatta will bring together hundreds of the world’s most skilled sailors to battle it out for the title. Spectators can […]

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News

Congratulations to Gordon Burgis BEM

Posted on by David Brookes
Gordon Burgis
16
May

Gordon Burgis has been awarded an BEM for his services to the sailing community Five people in Jersey have been recognised for their work in the island by being included in the New Year Honours List. Gordon Burgis has been awarded an BEM for his services to the sailing community and has been described as […]

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International Hobie Class

50th Anniversary Madcatter – Syracuse, New York

Posted on by David Brookes
Madcatter 50 8
16
May

The Madcatter is one of those regattas that people circle on their calendar every year, and for its 50th anniversary (Madcatter 50), Hobie Fleet 204 elevated the event and the overall experience to another level. Held each May in upstate New York, the Madcatter has long carried a reputation for unpredictable weather. Some years are […]

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Events, International Hobie Class, News

Brazilian Hobie National Championships Hobie 14 & 16

Posted on by David Brookes
Hobie 16 Brazil
30
Apr

João Pessoa to Host the 2026 Brazilian Hobie National Championships The excitement is building for one of the premier events on the Brazilian sailing calendar as the 2026 Brazilian Hobie National Championships for the Hobie 14 and Hobie 16 classes heads to the stunning northeast coast of Brazil. The championships will be hosted by Iate […]

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Events, News

Hobie 14 Wassenaar Cup 2026 – Join the Hobie Fun on the Dutch Coast

Posted on by David Brookes
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07
Apr

All Hobie 14 sailors from around the world are warmly invited to the stunning beaches of Wassenaar, the Netherlands, for the Hobie 14 Wassenaar Cup, taking place on 12–13 September 2026. Set against the backdrop of one of the Netherlands’ most beautiful coastlines, this event promises not only exciting racing but also a true celebration […]

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Events, News

54th Australian Hobie Cat Nationals Notice of Race & Entries Open

Posted on by David Brookes
54th Australian Hobie
03
Apr

The Notice of Race is live, and entries are officially OPEN for the 54th Australian Hobie Cat National Championships, taking place on Jervis Bay, NSW, on the home waters of the widely renowned Vincentia Sailing Club. This year, there is a slight change in dates, but not in the twin series schedule we have become […]

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News, President's Report

Electronics and Hobie Sailing

Posted on by David Brookes
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25
Mar

The Hobie Class has always taken a very restrictive stance when it comes to electronics. Electronic compasses are permitted, but speed-measuring devices and any equipment capable of sending or receiving data are not. Class Rule 16.3 Compasses with brackets or electronic devices that provide timing and heading memory, but which do not transmit, transfer, or […]

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