The name Hobie is synonymous with sailing and the Hobie Cat is the quintessential vessel for catamarans. Be it the original fiberglass 16’s, or the rotomolded T-2’s or the newer Mirage Islands, these Hobie’s have given many a sailor their start on the water and a lifetime addiction to the sport.

The Hobie 16 was unleashed on the Southern California beach scene in 1970 and sailing was instantly transformed. This cat’s lightweight, asymmetrical fiberglass hulls provide lift and its dual-trapeze rig lets you and your crew member harness its sheer power. The Hobie 16 occupies a coveted spot in the Sailboat Hall of Fame.

The Hobie Mirage Adventure Island is impressively approachable. A roller-furling, vertically battened mainsail provides lift, a retractable centerboard prevents lateral slip, and the larger amas tuck parallel against the rotomolded polyethylene hull for docking. Multiple hatches, on deck stowage and Vantage CT Seating encourage multi-day adventures, and the MirageDrive with Glide Technology offers paddle-free locomotion when the wind scatters, making it easy to get home. Equip the accessory trampoline kit for extra space and walk-around capability.

Last but not least is their roto-molded Hobie Getaway. With its performance-minded symmetrically shaped hulls, its efficient, mainsail-driven sailplan and its roller-furling jib, you’ll quickly discover a sailing pedigree that leaves “party boats” stalled out. With the Getaway, there’s no worry about impromptu raft-ups, beaching or docking; its impact-resistant, rotomolded polyethylene hull provides years’ worth of family fun. But most impressive is the Getaway’s awesome value—expect great times for a modest price tag.

Nautical Ventures is the go-to place for all things Hobie Cat. We’ve been serving the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood and Palm Beach Hobie market for almost three decades. Our professional sales staff lives & breathes Hobie and they stand ready to help you rig a boat that’s just right for you