Forster ’25 – The New South Wales Hobie States Match Report

Hobie Nsw 2025

When we first tossed around the idea of sailing a state title at Forster, we thought, “No way, that would be way too good to be true. I guess we’ll just tie it in with Wildcat?” But if you told me three years ago that the NSW Hobie Class would have Forster all to ourselves, […]

Get Ready to Rumble! Hobie 14 North American Championships/Challenge is Coming to Burlington, Ontario – Canada.

2025 Hobie 14 North American Championships

Get your sails trimmed and your hulls polished. Fleet 441 from Burlington is thrilled to announce they will be hosting the 2025 Hobie 14 NA Championships! Mark your calendars for September 8-11, 2025, because Burlington Beach Catamaran Club (BBCC) is about to become the epicenter of Hobie 14 action. BUT here’s the exciting part, we’re […]

Eight Bells for a Hobie Legend

John Dinsdale

With great sorrow, we bid farewell to John Stokely Dinsdale, who passed away on February 4, 2025, at the age of 77, surrounded by his family at home. John leaves an immeasurable void in the world of catamaran sailing and in the Hobie community, which owes so much to him. John Dinsdale was a pioneer […]

Hobie Cat 14 Class Rule 3.4 and 3.5 exemptions/modifications

Hobie Cat 14 Class Rule 3.4 and 3.5 exemptions/modifications (rev. 2) 31/01/2025 The International Hobie Class Association (IHCA) Rules Committee has as part of the ongoing and not yet finished class rule change process on IHCA Hobie Cat 14 Class Rule 3.4 and 3.5 decided to grant exemptions and modifications to the provisions of the […]

Comment period results: Hobie General Rule 10, Hobie 14 Rule 5.1 c) and Hobie 16 Rule 6.1 c) change proposals

Dear class members, The comment period on the Hobie General Rule 10, Hobie 14 Rule 5.1 c) and Hobie 16 Rule 6.1 c) change proposals was launched on December 9th, 2024, with a deadline of January 13th, 2025. RESULTS: Hobie General Rule 10.2 (44 members voted) YES 45,4% NO 41,0% ABSTAIN 13,6% Hobie 14 Rule […]

EURO CUP 2025 for the Hobie 14

Hobie Cat 14 Euro Cup 5

For the first time, the Euro Cup will be held in 2025! Every HC 14 sailor is eligible to participate. It is integrated into existing regattas, and every HC 14 sailor is eligible to participate: Cesenantico ITA  19 – 21/04 Bostalsee GER  21 – 22/06 Ustka POL  14 – 17/08 The aim is to create […]

Australian Hobie Series 2 Wraps up with Thrilling Competition

Australian Hobie Championships Series 24

The Australian Hobie Series 2 kicked off the 2025 sailing season with an unforgettable regatta, delivering intense racing and unpredictable weather that challenged sailors across multiple Hobie classes. Held over three days, the regatta featured 23 Hobie 14s, 12 Hobie 14 Turbos, 11 Hobie 16 Women and Youth teams, 4 Hobie Dragoons, and 2 Hobie […]

Australian Hobie Championships Series 1 –At McCrae Yacht Club

2024 Hobie 16 Aus

The 2024 Australian Hobie Championships kicked off with thrilling competition in Series 1, held at the picturesque McCrae Yacht Club on Port Phillip Bay, Victoria. This year, Victoria was honoured to host the event as part of the rotational schedule, and sailors were met with a challenging regatta. Series 1 featured the Hobie 16 Open, […]

2024 South African Hobie 16 National Championships

Rsa Hobie 16 Championships 2

The 2024 Robberg Fine Foods South African Hobie 16 National Championships kicked off with over 30 Hobie Cats taking to the water in what can only be described as pristine conditions. Day 1 With the water temperature a balmy 22°C, bright sunshine, not a cloud in the sky and a light breeze to get the […]

Hobie Cat 14 Class Rule 3.4 and 3.5 exemptions/modifications UPDATED

The International Hobie Class Association (IHCA) Rules Committee has, as part of the ongoing and not yet finished class rule change process on IHCA Hobie Cat 14 Class Rules 3.4 and 3.5, decided to grant exemptions and modifications to the provisions of the two mentioned rules until 31st January 2025. The IHCA Rules Committee has […]

Q and A with David Brookes and the Hobie Cat Association of Western Australia.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games Sailing

Q and A with Brookesy and the Hobie Cat Association of WA The Olympics is a unique experience that many sailors and officials aspire to be part of. We often hear from the sailors and coaches about their preparation to qualify to compete in the Olympics and what it’s like during the games. We see […]

Hobie General Rule 10, Hobie 14 Rule 5.1 c) and Hobie 16 Rule 6.1 c) change proposals

Date: Middelfart, DENMARK, December 9th, 2024 To: Hobie Class Members From: IHCA Rules Committee Subject: Hobie General Rule 10, Hobie 14 Rule 5.1 c) and Hobie 16 Rule 6.1 c) change proposals. Dear members, Following received questions on the supply of replacement rudder cams, the IHCA Rules Committee has following discussions and considerations with the […]

Hobie 14 class rule 3.4 and 3.5 exemptions and modifications” document

Dear Hobie 14 sailors, As a result of the recent IHCA Rules Committee proposals, we received many excellent suggestions and recommendations. From these, Hobie Cat Company is testing some of the recommendations on Hobie 14s to ensure they meet the high quality we all expect from Hobie products. The IHCA Rules Committee and Hobie Cat […]

Comment period results: Hobie 14 rule 3.4, 3.5, new 5.1 d) and new Hobie 16 rule 6.1 d) change proposals

Dear class members, The comment period on the Hobie 14 rule 3.4, 3.5, new 5.1 d) and new Hobie 16 rule 6.1 d) change proposals was launched October 10th, 2024, and with deadline November 10th, 2024. RESULTS: HC 16 Rule 6.1 d (62 members voted) YES: 53,2 NO: 32,3% ABSTAIN: 14,5% HC 14 Rule 3.4 […]

The Brazilian Hobie Cat Championship – BRASCAT 2024

Brascat 2024 17

From November 13 to 17, Fortaleza, in the state of Ceará, hosted the Brazilian Hobie Cat Championship (BRASCAT), organized by the Iate Clube de Fortaleza. Known as one of the best sailing venues in Brazil, the event reaffirmed the spirit of unity and camaraderie that characterizes the Hobie Cat sailing community. While the enthusiasm and […]

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