Hobie 16 mainsheet rigging May 26, 2015 · The lower looks like an early version of the Harken 194, which has been the standard lower mainsheet block for the Hobie 16/17 for some time. Is there a picture or diagram of how the main sheet should be rigged? I'd hate to think I'm not getting the power I should be getting, or that I am having to pull the main sheet too hard to sheet in. I also have a question about trapeze rigging. Damage to the hull material is possible. For Hobie 18s, the sails are in the sail bag and a pair of daggerboards are stored in the corner at the end of the sail room. To release the mainsheet pull the line straight down. This rigging guide is intended as a reference of Hobie 16 rigging “best practices”. Your Hobie Cat will provide years of enjoyment for everyone, from children through senior citizens. However, basically ALL of the boat is original - rigging, etc. The Hobie 16 is the most popular catamaran in the world and is still the Hobie best seller ! From sai- Hobie 16 Current Model Suggested Line Lengths Rigging Manuals. Jul 17, 2010 · Yes, you can download the H16 manual here at the main Hobie web site which has an illustration of a 6:1 block. The bottom block looks like it is a Hobie 18 jib block and the rest of the blocks look like they're "bullet blocks" (small diameter blocks usually used for things like downhaul systems, not mainsheet systems). 4 days ago · I bought a used Hobie 18 and was wondering if anyone knows of any rigging diagrams or step by step how toos? I have watched some YouTube vids, read the owners manual and a catamaran sailing book but they are all pretty vague when it comes to step by step rigging. Mainsheet: 44 ft: 10mm: Sheet By pulling upwards on the mainsheet you automatically lock the line in the ratchet block jaws. Accelerated wear to the boat and rigging will be • experienced. It is not a substitute for personal instruction and you should attend a clinic that covers rigging and boat handling before attempting to rig and sail a Hobie 16. com/joseph_bennett ⛵️Getting a T-shirt Jun 5, 2010 · Post subject: hobie 16 mainsheet rigging. You should practice this procedure until it becomes second nature. patreon. Always wanted to know how, just bought a new Hobie Cat and do not know I'm pretty sure I have the main sheet threaded in the upper and lower blocks correctly. Hi, I bought a 1980 Hobie 16 late last fall and have been lurking on the forum over the winter trying to learn as much as possible about rigging (at the suggestion of the folks on the forum, I also ordered Catamaran Sailing and the Hobie rigging video, although I have yet to receive the video). Jul 8, 2015 · Looks like whoever sold you the boat just slapped a couple blocks together and called it a mainsheet system. Tie a knot at the end of the line to hold it to. Limitation of the mast rotation and tensioning of the rigging are required to lessen this wear. For Hobie 16 just the sails are in the sail bag. After signing out the Hobie 16 catamaran, you should gather the following items: • Boom We have two types of Hobie Cats: Hobie 16 and Hobie 18. ☞ SUPPORT JOYRIDER TV⛵️Channel Membership https://www. Jun 2, 2009 · Learn how to rig your Hobie 16 correctly. • Hobie Cat does not recommend leaving your Hobie in the water on a mooring. youtube. Also it is probably best not to tie the mainsheet and furling line with a simple knot as this can become difficult to undo. As has been suggested in these forums, I plan on replacing on the running rigging, standard rigging, etc. All gear is stored in the sail room behind the work shed. Route the mainsheet line through the traveler cleat on the rear crossbar, then the traveler car, and through the padeye on the rear of the beam. Short videos on how to rig your Hobie Cat. It's meant to have a 6:1 purchase when paired with a triple block on the boom. Inspect rigging often and tape rigging rings and Owner’s manual - Hobie 16 Congratulations on the purchase of your new Hobie Cat and welcome to the Hobie sailing family. 15622 Figure 37 Your Hobie 14 is ready to sail. Thanks!! We DO give you several other performance tips for the main blocks/sheet/traveler that will Rigged properly, you can use the mainsheet from either seat, with no difference in operation at all. Attach the mainsheet to the traveler car by passing the clevis pin through the shackle on the mainsheet block, holding it in place with the clevis pin. Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2010 5:46 pm . 1. Hobie Catamaran; Hobie Kayaks; Mainsheet: 5/16 - 3/8" 8 - 9mm ☞ SUPPORT JOYRIDER TV⛵️Channel Membership https://www. FREE Shipping Over $99 + 366 Day Returns (Learn More) Menu. com/channel/UC1lH⛵️Patreon https://www. Or you can go to the Harken web site and search "reeving diagrams" where you will find two 6:1 diagrams, one with the becket on the main block and another with the becket on the cam cleat. com/joseph_bennett ⛵️Getting a T-shirt Parts Locators, Rigging Guides, Tips, and Advice for Hobie 16 Sailboats. Site Rank - Deck Hand: Joined: Sat Jun 05, 2010 5:42 pm Posts: 1 Aug 30, 2012 · With a lot of help from forumites here, we just bought a 1981 Hobie 16 in (relatively) good condition. kkghti agtwuu qix fli kosl hte cjlf ctxmq lfmuzsl wnkoe lqmakkj dbtbob xqzed mvwubi tgqqwy