Designed by the legendary Hobie Alter in 1969, the Hobie Cat 16 is one of the most popular catamarans ever. Inducted into the Sailing Hall of Fame, this two-person, double-trapeze cat is simple to rig, easy to sail, and amazingly fast. Thousands of sailors and fun seekers enjoy "The Hobie Way of Life" and make the social and racing activities offered by fleets around the world central to their sailing lifestyles.
Harken part numbers link to Harken on-line store.
Aussie jib halyard
4:1 system reduces compression load at mastbase. Easier tacking, mast rotation, and consistant mast bend.
downhaul
6:1 mainsheet system has short stack height to fine-tune main.
Mainsheet
Low-profile 6:1 mainsheet system features the load-sensing Carbo Ratchamatic®. Greater mast rake for fast upwind sailing in a breeze.
Jib CONTROLS
Jib Sheet: Two 29 mm Ti-Lites tie together at jib clew for maximum adjustment
and continuous 2:1 system.
Jib Car Controls: Swivel base with micro deck organizer reduces friction when car is pulled outboard.
Link:
Hobie® Company:
www.hobiecat.com/
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