The International sailing fraternity has put the Hobie 14' in a class of its own and given it worldwide acclaim. In early 1973, contestants from all parts of the world attended the first Hobie Cat World Championship in Hawaii for a week of intense racing.

     The Hobie 14' instituted the whole catamaran craze, and the ability to draw sailors from places like South Africa or Australia to compete, continues to emphasize its enthusiastic reception.

     It was on the Hobie 14' that most of the original design concepts were formulated and proven. It is also on the Hobie 14' that the greatest history of performance has been established. Performance as an officially clocked speed of 23.2 mph (certified 1971 P.M.A. World's Championships). Performance where you can sail directly off the beach into six foot waves and be sure of the construction of your craft. Hobie 14's have been put through tests that no other sailboat of any kind would be able to endure ... and they've been able to withstand every test. The formula for the Hobie 14' is simplicity in design and construction with integrity built into every component.

     The uncompromising demand for quality is an integral part of the entire Hobie product line and the only proof needed is an adventurous afternoon sailing the Hobie 14'. Thousands of owners around the world can't be wrong.

Features appreciated by the experienced sailor and novice alike:
 

• ASYMMETRICAL HULLS / Developed by Hobie and refined to provide sailing efficiency and speed without leeway. Eliminates the necessity for center boards. The most copied catamaran design on the market. Enjoy worry- free sailing through kelp, grass and shallow waters.
• CONTROLLABLE KICK UP RUDDERS / An exclusive Hobie design that allows positive raising and lowering of rudders by the tiller handle. No need to set rudders by hand. Rudders automatically kick up when beaching.
• EASY TO SAIL / Excellent performance and maneuver- ability even in the hands of the novice sailor, with refinements that are truly appreciated by the sophisticated sailor. Safe, with built-in positive flotation hulls and buoyant mast, it can be righted easily.
• SAIL ANYWHERE / Shallow draft and lack of center board lets you sail in barely 8 inches of water. This enables you to sail in shallow lakes, bays, inlets, in the surf, or right up on the beach.
• EASY HANDLING / No crew needed. Basically a one man show, but company is fun! Large trampoline wing has ample room for several passengers. Easily righted by one person.
• LIGHTWEIGHT / Total weight fully rigged with sail is approximately 225 pounds. Light enough for one person to move about easily. When disassembled no single part weighs over 65 pounds.
• STRONG AND MAINTENANCE FREE / Molded fiberglass hulls with vacuum high-density foam sandwich throughout. The strongest lightweight boat construction used to date. Aluminum is dip coated or anodized for all use protection.
• INSTANTLY TRAILERABLE / No disassembly. Just release one pin to drop mast and go!
• EASY STORING / Remove four bolts. Hulls, wing, mast, boom and rudders disassemble to occupy a surprisingly small amount of space for storing in garage or basement.
• ORGANIZED RACING / The largest racing program involving the greatest number of active participants in the entire yachting industry. Sponsored Hobie regattas held throughout the entire U.S. and in all parts of the world. Join the camaraderie that is the Hobie way of life.

The trailer is also included in the sale.

Here are some interesting links:

Hobie Cat Coast Catamaran Corp.:   http://www.hobiecat.com/

Hobie Cat Parts and accessories: http://www.hobiecat.com/sailing/accessories.html