where in southern california can i buy
a newer 17 foot Hobie Cat with a jib (that's that front sail)
she is having a really GREAT time and has never asked for too much stuff...
DENNIS - 2-18-2007 at 08:42 PM
Bob ---
You shouldn't have any problem finding them in the San Diego area. From what I understand, many of them can't even be given away. Im shopping for a
Lazer and hear this a lot. Sorry I can't help you with "where' but I'll look around.
By the way, the Lazer is a small, go-fast olympic class and much easier tto handle, probably why Hobie's have declined in popularity.vgabndo - 2-18-2007 at 08:48 PM
Just Google Hobie Cat 17 for sale, and the 16 and 17 are totally different boats the 17 is a much better boat and much more expensive, some of the
old 16s hulls get spongy.bigjohn - 2-18-2007 at 10:19 PM
Lots of Hobie 16's on Craiglist. I do not know much about the characteristic differences between the 16 and the 17 but most of the ones for sale seem
to be the 16's.
By the way.........Didn't you just buy Susan a table saw?
Asked?
Dave - 2-19-2007 at 05:06 PM
Quote:
Originally posted by Bob and Susan
she is having a really GREAT time and has never asked for too much stuff...
How did you get her to do that? Bob and Susan - 2-20-2007 at 07:11 AM
yea susan got a table saw...and
she built a small table to put stuff on last week
but that was a gift for valentines day
this hobie cat stuff needs to be researched as i NEED a motor
i really don't know anything about sailingAlan - 2-20-2007 at 08:52 AM
No time like the present to learn about sailing, especially on a Hobie. I've followed this thread with interest because I'm considering looking for a
Hobie or a Prindell Cat myself. Only sailed one once over 20 years ago but what a kick! After years of only sailing monohulls with a top speed of
6-8 knots I was like a little kid on Xmas morning screaming across the water up on one pontoon and hanging in a trapeze at nearly 30 Kts. They say
they could hear me giggling clear back on shore.
Will be building on the beach inside El Mogote in La Paz and a Hobie or Prindell would be a great way to introduce my kids to sailing. It is sad to
see lake lice (JetSkis and Seadoos) cause the demise of such a great activity.
I agree with the need for a motor especially for my fishing but Blowboats will always have their place.
Once you get the basics of sailing out of the way you can qualify to do this. http://www.sunsail.com/yachts/destinations/caribbean especially bareboat. If you don't include airfare a week on a monohull is cheaper than a
houseboat at Lake Mead.
[Edited on 2-20-2007 by Alan]
[Edited on 2-20-2007 by Alan]Alan - 2-23-2007 at 10:42 AM
Is there any pro's or con's on Hobies vs. Prindell's?BajaBruno - 2-25-2007 at 02:10 AM
The Hobie 16 and 17 are much different boats. In my experience, the H-16 has a nasty habit of digging into the wave ahead--the bow stops and the
transom keeps going! After being launched like off a catapult a couple of times, I went to a H-18. Much more stable boat. I understand the H-17 is
very nice, too.Bob and Susan - 2-25-2007 at 06:15 AM
so bruno...
where did yo get it???David K - 2-25-2007 at 10:01 AM
They are made here in Oceanside... the factory is on Oceanside Blvd. near Temple Heights (almost in Vista).shari - 2-25-2007 at 12:50 PM
WE have a really cool little day sailer...a racing class boat named a Sunfish we want to sell for $200...it's too hard to get it out through the big
waves here so we don't use it much but it's awesome and very stable and fun for one or two people. You can put it in your pick up...I think it's 16'
and gaff rigged.Bob and Susan - 2-25-2007 at 02:22 PM
Shari
actually... the sunfish are pretty nice learning things...
$200 is a give-away price
i've seen alot in Newport CA Harbour but...
susan wants a new Hobie 17
there's so many Hobies around you'd think every corner boat dealer would sell um...
"hobie" is almost a household word in california
comitan - 2-25-2007 at 03:35 PM
Hobie dealer
Dealer Details:
FAST LANE SAILING CENTER
2586 INGRAHAM STREET
SAN DIEGO, CA 92109
Phone: 1-619-222-0766
E-mail: fastlanesc@aol.com
Or this.
SAILBOATS OF BAKERSFIELD
3100 UNION AVENUE
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93305
Phone: 1-661-322-9178
E-mail: sailboatsbak@sbcglobal.net
[Edited on 2-25-2007 by comitan]bajaguy - 2-25-2007 at 03:45 PM
I would have someone check the San Diego paper want adsOffroad - 2-26-2007 at 05:26 AM
17 foot Hobie with 40 options including galvanized trailer is listed on Saturday's Craigslist for San Diego. $3,975.00
Jeff (858) 483-0264.
I have no connection with owner, I just noticed his ad.Phil S - 2-26-2007 at 06:28 AM
Here in Loreto I see them sitting in yards with tons of dust on them. Rudolpho who owns the Budget Rentals had one couple years ago. Maybe posting a
sign on Cafe Ole's here in Loreto might find one of those owners that would let go of it. I'll keep my eyes open and if I see one I'll inquire for
you down here. Phil & Wendy (Loreto/NopoloBob and Susan - 2-26-2007 at 06:36 AM
i'll call the one on craigs list today
but you are right...
i should post a free ad and let them "come to me"
i forgot that trick!!! thanksBajaBruno - 2-26-2007 at 06:54 AM
Sorry for the delay, Bob--I'm 9 hours on the other side of the planet right now. I bought my Hobie used from a private party in NorCal, but I know
there is a dealer in Sacramento, because I've bought parts there.
If I can add one word of caution after buying a lot of sailboats, it is to make sure you get good sails with the boat. Sails are, without any doubt,
the most expensive part of the boat, and novice sailors have a way of putting them through a lot of stress! If they aren't in good shape when you
give them to her, she is likely to trash them before she really learns the boat.
Good luck! The Hobie is a thrill ride for an athletic and fearless person, which is why I haven't sailed mine in five years! Hahaha!Bob and Susan - 2-26-2007 at 06:57 AM
thanks bruno
i've seen a lot of people have "money pit" boats including me
what do you think a hobie 17 would run new...usedBajaBruno - 2-26-2007 at 07:41 AM
I've been out of the Hobie scene for some time now. Here's a link to a San Diego dealer---you might want to call them: http://www.fastlanesailing.com/
And the Hobie web site: http://www.hobiecat.com/
Craigslist is always a good spot to find boats like these. There's a Craigslist in every village.
