Let me add: We modified a gin pole here in the fab shop that seems to work really well for the mast step nightmare. I don't much care for that entire...

DamonLinkous wrote: OK. I am going to keep my 82 Hobie 18. It is factory new condition. Whirlwind main and jib. Good deal, the Hobie 18 can handle a...

Can I assume that the Hobie FX 1 would be in the "adaptable" 17 footers that will still get it on as a single crew boat?

OK. I am going to keep my 82 Hobie 18. It is factory new condition. Whirlwind main and jib. Just ordered the last of the blocks to fully Harkenize it....

mummp wrote: I do. What do you want to know? It's similar to the 5.8 but pivot centerboards, updated sail plan, spin kit, etc. Nacra changed the ma...

JohnES wrote: Anyone here have tiller time on a 580? I am opening up my possibilities to the later range of 17-18 footers and really like the looks an...

mummp wrote: I do. What do you want to know? It's similar to the 5.8 but pivot centerboards, updated sail plan, spin kit, etc. Nacra changed the ma...

Those boats are badass and the crews are amazing. That was awesome! I can't wait to see the AC 120's

HOTTIES? Is there one with a unit that looks like Yogi Berra's catchers Mitt? I love those! I'll take the entire yard full of boats!

Looked at a local boat. A 79 H-16. Super nice mid 70's gent that has two complete 16's. Nice trailer. Two great masts and booms. Two sets of hulls tha...

He had me at the part where you get a free bottle of Cabernet with the purchase of any Hobie!

Hal. I sent you email yesterday. I may have failed to clear the smut filter. I would do another restoration on the right boat. Ill PM you my email add...

Man I am super picky about what I would advertise let alone sell to someone. Some poor goober or worse yet, kid will buy that thing and get the shaft....

Close to Folsom Lake. Union Valley is 1 hour up the hill. I need a good cat sailor that is up for teaching the seriously numb nutted! I am up for it! ...

Thank you for the offer Hal but I have committed to the 16 and pick it up tomorrow. If something goes horribly wrong, I will hit you up. A little brok...

bill40421SE wrote: Single handing a 16? 🙄 I single hand my 21SE in 10-15 mph wind all day long. 😎 I just need help stepping my mast ....and...

No. It is the screwed up language that I have to use in my work life. I try to never use it in my fun life. It accidentally slipped out. This is why I...

I am currently stalking the mail lady for my blocks.

It was gel coat I believe. I have however found a nicer boat (creme puff) for a reasonable price. It has white hulls and is in fabulous condition. Act...

17's are a bit more scarce around here. I guess I could bulk up and solo the 18. Im 7th gen Hawaiian. I am about 6 months of good eats diet and no wor...

Quarath wrote: Best example of how to identify it I know of. Thank you That explains it perfectly. I guess these were not vacuum formed over the f...

will do. I have portable ultrasonic test equipment at my disposal. It is used for higher modulus carbon composites to check for monolithic lay up, but...

Being in California, particularly Nor Cal, it seems that Hobie's are plentiful when compared to Nacra or Prindle boats. I did see one mid 80's Prindle...

car_guy wrote: Thanks dude. It wasn't much 10-12 MPH. Also, I think what really helps with the vid is the $25 fish eye lens I got off amazon... much ...

Thank you.

That is way cool. As a new H-18 owner (been 12 years in the making) this video is well received. Thank's for posting! How much wind is that if I may ...