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About Hobie 16
Introduced as the bigger Hobie 14, the 16 revolutionized the multihull scene when it first appeared in 1971. Forty plus years later, this boat continues to attract great sailors. Powerful enough for the world champion, yet forgiving enough for the novice, the 16 can be characterized as the Laser of the catamaran world. It’s a dual trapeze boat for two or more crew that can be sailed in strong winds.
Design
Boats Produced: 135000
Class boat builder(s):
Hobie Cat
Approximately how many boats are in the USA/North America?
Where is your One-Design class typically sailed in the USA? List regions of the country:
All over USA and the rest of the world. The Hobie 16 North American Championship will be Sep 16 – 20, 2024 at Rowayton, CT.
Does this class have a spinnaker or gennaker? No
Ideal combined weight of range of crew: 285
Boat Designed in 1971
Beam: 7’11”
Weight of rigged boat without sails: 320
Draft: 10″
Mast Height: 26’6″