Prize Giving Ceremony of the Hobie Cat 16 European Championship in Ustka, Poland

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After four exciting days of competition on the Polish Baltic coast, the Hobie 16 European Championship in Ustka concluded with a festive prizegiving ceremony—despite the final day being cut short due to severe weather. The final day began with high hopes for one last race that could have changed the overall standings. An additional discard […]

Final Day Report – 2025 Hobie 16 European Championship | Ustka, Poland

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The fourth and final day of racing for the 2025 Hobie 16 European Championship in Ustka began with hopes of one last decisive battle on the water. Dark clouds loomed on the horizon, but conditions dans Püwere still sailable, and anticipation was high. One more race would have meant an additional discard, potentially shaking up […]

Hobie 16 Europeans 2025 – Cut Party

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Cut Party marks a key milestone at the Hobie 16 European Championships in Ustka, Poland 🇵🇱 After two intense racing days of qualifying races, the atmosphere reached a new high with the much-anticipated Cut Party. Sailors, supporters, coaches and organizers gathered to celebrate the successful qualification round, where 15 teams earned their spots in the […]

Opening Ceremony Report – Hobie Cat Multi European Championship 2025

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Ustka, Poland | August 13th, 2025 The Hobie Cat Multi European Championship 2025 officially opened on August 13th in the stunning seaside town of Ustka, Poland – and the atmosphere could not have been better. Set along Ustka’s beautiful sandy beach, the opening ceremony was bathed in sunshine and perfect summer weather. Sailors, families, and […]

HOBIE RAID 2025: another HOBIEctive achieved!

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THE RAID OF INCLUSION The tenth edition of the 808 Fleet Hobie Raid and another success for the event, with twenty HC16s participating: the bulk of the fleet departing from the Pescara sailing base (Barracuda beach resort), others from Ortona (the “Stalingrad” of Italy, also the site of the first raid, called the “Raid of […]

Estimating Services Cat Dash & Surf Races St Ouens Bay, Jersey, Saturday 5th July

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Spectators were treated to colourful action as Hobie Cats raced through the surf and back in the Estimating Services Bay Races held at Jersey’s premier surfing beach. Even cars travelling along the Five Mile road were stopping when they spotted the surf sailing with people coming to the beach to witness the energised thrills and […]

Danish Hobie 16 Nationals 2025 / 333 Cup

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What a Weekend! ⛵☀🍰 From June 20–22, Hobie sailors from all corners of Denmark gathered in Egensedybet for a championship weekend that delivered sunshine, solid wind, great racing, amazing food – and all the Hobie vibes we live for. 🌞 Friday – The Warm-Up Team Skovshoved kicked things off early, cruising from the east coast […]

Dinsdale Trophy Delivers Magic at Bostalsee Hobie 14 EuroCup 2025 – Round 2

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A stunning setting, a challenging breeze, and a touch of mystery defined the second round of the Hobie 14 EuroCup 2025, as 17 teams from six nations gathered at Bostalsee, Germany for the Dinsdale Trophy. Held on a forest-framed lake shimmering under strong sun and light winds, the event offered more than just racing. Hosted […]

Inaugural Hobie Wave NSW State Championships | Wave GP

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Welcome to the inaugural Wave Grand Prix The NSW Hobie Cat Association, in conjunction with the Vincentia Sailing Club, are proud to release the Notice of Race and offical open entries for the Inaugural Hobie Wave NSW State Championships the first ever Championship level event for the humble Hobie Wave to be held in Australia. […]

IHCA Class Rule Book updated

The IHCA Rule Book has been updated after the wording has been further clarified by the Rules Committee (based on the feedback received during the comment period) and finally by World Sailing. This was from the comment period 24/01/2025, on the proposed change proposals to Hobie General Rule 10, Hobie 14 Rule 5.1 c), and […]

Thrilling Action at the 2025 Multihull Copa de España in Valencia

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This past weekend, the 2025 edition of the Multihull Copa de España was held at the prestigious Real Club Náutico de Valencia, delivering a spectacular showcase of speed, skill, and resilience on the water. The regatta kicked off with challenging conditions—over 20 knots of breeze on the first day tested the crews with rough seas […]

Cat Dash and Surf Races 5-6 July St Ouen’s Bay

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From something totally different in Hobie racing from The Royal Channel Islands Yacht Club. SATURDAY Event Highlights: ⛵ Team Race 🌊 Surf Riding 🏄 Best Wave Contest 👬 Crew Race (weather permitting) 🏁 Le Mans Style Start 🔥 BBQ Social in the Evening – food, drinks! SUNDAY Event Highlights: ⛵ Le Braye – Gunsite Race! […]

Class Rules updated information

Dear class members, As published in our post on 24/01/2025, following the comment period, the proposed change proposals to Hobie General Rule 10, Hobie 14 Rule 5.1 c), and Hobie 16 Rule 6.1 c) were foreseen to go into effect on 01/06/2025 pending approval from the IHCA Council and World Sailing. The required approvals are […]

Hobie Cat Regatta in Cagliari: A Memorable Finale to the 2025 Sailing Championship at Windsurfing Club Cagliari

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The final leg of the 2025 Sailing Championship, held over Easter weekend at Poetto Beach in Cagliari and organized by the Windsurfing Club Cagliari, delivered three intense days of racing and emotion, making it one for the history books of the Hobie Cat class. Strong winds marked the opening day, with Alessandro Cesarini and Eleonora […]

Important Update from the IHCA Executive Committee

To All Members of the International Hobie Class Association (IHCA), The IHCA Executive Committee wishes to inform you of a significant development affecting our class’s future operations. To fully understand the situation, we believe it’s important to provide some background. Since 1970, the Hobie Cat Company—and later also Hobie Cat Europe—has consistently supported the Hobie […]

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