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2024 South African Hobie 16 National Championships

Posted on by David Brookes
Rsa Hobie 16 Championships 2
19
Dec

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 […]

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International Hobie Class, News

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

Posted on by David Brookes
13
Dec

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 […]

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

Posted on by David Brookes
22
Nov

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 […]

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

Posted on by David Brookes
21
Nov

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 […]

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The Brazilian Hobie Cat Championship – BRASCAT 2024

Posted on by David Brookes
Brascat 2024 17
19
Nov

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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Events, News

South African Hobie 16 National Championships 2024

Posted on by David Brookes
H16 Nationals 2024 Plett
02
Nov

South African Hobie 16 National Championships 2024 will take place at Plettenburg Bay, Western Cape on Hobie Beach (where else would you run the championships but Hobie Beach?) The dates are 14 December to 17 December 2024. Notice of Race Online entry

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EHCA News, News

2024 Open Danish Hobie 16 Nationals – Record-Breaking Event with International Participation.

Posted on by David Brookes
2024 Open Danish Hobie 16 Nationals 8
03
Oct

From September 27th to 29th, the 2024 Open Danish Hobie 16 Nationals were held at Thurø, in the picturesque South Funen Archipelago. The event attracted 35 teams from Denmark, Germany, and Norway, making it the largest Hobie Cat 16 DM ever. This record marked a significant milestone for the class and highlighted the strong international […]

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IHCA Class Rules Q&A

Posted on by David Brookes
24
Sep

Dear members, The IHCA Rules Committee has, in response to received questions, worked on a IHCA Class Rules Q&A. We recently released a dedicated version in support of the “2024 Hobie 16 North American Championships”. Here is the latest version, which we would like to share with the entire Hobie world: Q: HC16 jib batten […]

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2024 Hobie 16 Open North American Championships

Posted on by David Brookes
2024 Hobie 16 North American Championships 5
17
Sep

Rowayton, CT Day 1 Rowayton, CT (September 16, 2024): Hobie 16 North American Championships got underway today at Roton Point Sailing Association in Rowayton, CT, a circa 1880 building later converted to a sailing club, with a pool and tennis courts with the front of the building facing the water. Many sailors are camping on […]

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International Hobie Class, News

New Hobie 16’s ready for shipping

Posted on by David Brookes
Steve Fields, Vice President Of Hobie Sailboats, Along With Esteban Cortez
13
Sep

Steve Fields, Vice President of Hobie Sailboats, along with Esteban Cortez from Hobie, stands beside the first Hobie 16 being assembled and prepared for shipment since Hobie Cat’s return to the Hobie Company. Steve shared, “It’s been a journey with more headwinds than we anticipated, but now Hobie 16s are finally shipping to our patient […]

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Hobie Class Brazil Announces BRASCAT 2024 – Open Invitation to All Hobie Sailors

Posted on by David Brookes
Brascat 2024
12
Sep

Fortaleza Yacht Club to Host Prestigious Event from November 13-17, 2024 The Hobie Class of Brazil is proud to announce and extend a warm invitation to all Hobie sailors to participate in the BRASCAT 2024 (Brazilian Hobie Championships). This highly anticipated event will be held at the iconic Fortaleza Yacht Club, located in the stunning […]

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August 30th marks the 45th anniversary of the first-ever Hobie 14 Women’s US Nationals in Lake Tahoe.

Posted on by David Brookes
Hobie 14 Women’s US Nationals
30
Aug

When you’re the daughter of Hobie Alter Sr., the designer of the ever-popular Hobie surfboards, skateboards and Hobie Cat sailboats, it only seems natural that these hobbies would become a way of life. And it has for Paula Alter, the oldest of the Alter children, just as it has for her dad and brothers. At […]

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EHCA News, News

Dutch Open Hobie 14 Wassenaar Cup 2024

Posted on by David Brookes
H14 Blue Sail
26
Aug

Wassenaar, The Netherlands – 24-25 August 2024 The prestigious “Dutch Open Hobie 14 Wassenaar Cup” took place this past weekend at the KZVW in Wassenaar, marking the 6th consecutive year of this exciting event. With 14 competitors participating, this year’s competition was fiercely contested under challenging conditions. The weekend was characterized by rough seas, with […]

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EHCA News, International Hobie Class, News

2024 German and Polish HC16 and HC14 Championship – A Historic Regatta Event in Ustka.

Posted on by David Brookes
German And Polish Hc16 And Hc14 Championship Ustka 20248
22
Aug

For the first time, German and Polish sailing communities joined forces to organise their National Hobie Cat Championships in the picturesque town of Ustka, Poland. This unprecedented event saw 53 catamarans on the starting line, marking a significant moment in the history of Hobie Cat sailing. Ustka, with its wide beaches of fine Baltic sand […]

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International Hobie Class, News

Notice of Race 2024/25 Australian Hobie Cat Nationals released

Posted on by David Brookes
Australian Hobie Championships Series 2
02
Aug

Notice of Race | 2024/25 Australian Hobie Cat National Championships It’s the news we’ve been waiting for folks! The Australian Hobie Family is well and truly on their way to Victoria for the 52nd Australian Championships, taking place on the shores of Port Phillip Bay at the widely renowned, McCrae Yacht Club. Having hosted a […]

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