I purchased this Hobie 16 in November 2020 for $1200 including trailer. For you first-timers looking to rejuvenate an old cat, I'm sure you'll get a sense of just how much work it entails but well worth it. Shooting footage of yourself quickly begins to feel a bit over-indulgent and cumbersome, so this video isn't inclusive of every phase of the project. Lots of trial and error, a few things I'd do differently (don't judge), but the boat is structurally sound, complete with new rigging, and looks fantastic. Learning how to completely rig and de-rig a Hobie was a meticulous process and a little nerve-racking - the mast actually collapsed in the driveway - as was the first launch from a boat ramp. Despite a few clumsy tacks and gybes, our Hobie performed flawlessly, proudly flaunting her vintage Cat Fever sails on San Diego Bay.
30 сен 2024
