See Above for the Sailing Instructions NB change to competitors briefing date/time is now the morning of the 28th December ’24. See the full schedule of events below:
Author Archives: Paddy Butler
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Dec
Dear Hobie 14 sailors, As a result of the recent IHCA Rules Committee proposals, we received many excellent suggestions and recommendations. From these, Hobie Cat Company is testing some of the recommendations on Hobie 14s to ensure they meet the high quality we all expect from Hobie products. The IHCA Rules Committee and Hobie Cat…
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Nov
HCAWA are calling out for expressions of interest in accommodation in Busselton for the 25/26 Hobie nationals in WA. Series 1 and 2, all Hobie Cats welcome. The event is partnering with local park Busselton Villas and Glamping Village to offer a special price of 15% off if we have enough interest. This is amazing…
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Nov
Nov
The Hobie 16 State Championships recently took place on the beautiful Lake Cootharaba over the October long weekend, with ideal flat-water racing conditions drawing a strong turnout. Day 1 featured stunning weather, highlighted by a north-westerly breeze that shifted into a brisk 20-knot north-easterly sea breeze, enabling a full day of competitive racing. Team Bates…
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Nov
The annual Phil Johnston Memorial 14ft Catamaran Regatta, held at Mannering Park Amateur Sailing Club, delivered another weekend of sensational racing on the waters of Lake Macquarie. Over 35 14ft catamarans took to the water in what can only be described as classic, tricky Mannering Park conditions. The fleet was diverse, with Hobie 14s leading…
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Oct
Oct
Back to the days of yore, when we were sure of a good, long summer… It’s time to head back to Jindy after a long hiatus for the Hobie Class. Come along to the not-so-Snowy Mountains this summer for an outstanding weekend of racing (sailing, riding, etc.) in one of Australia’s most iconic sailing destinations;…
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Oct
Oct
A total of 34 boats attended the combined Hobie 17 and Hobie 18 North American Championship held on Keystone Lake, Tulsa, Oklahoma. John Forbes from Australia returned to the USA as defending North American champion in the Hobie 18 class. This year John sailed with Rose Cookson, a skilled Hobie 16 and Hobie 18 young…
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Oct
Oct
The Mannering Park Amateur Sailing Club Phil Johnston Memorial 14ft Catamaran Regatta 2023 will be conducted on the waters of Southern Lake Macquarie over the Weekend, 19th – 20th October 2024. Owners and charterers of eligible boats are invited to enter the regatta on the conditions of this Notice of Race. The races are organised…
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The Victorian Catamaran Championships, hosted by McCrae Yacht Club. Get your entries in now! Enter Here Notice of Race When: 23-24 November, 2024 What: Two days of fun and competitive racing Where: McCrae Yacht Club, Mornington Peninsula Entry includes two sailing days, some fun tickets to the bar or canteen, Saturday night dinner and the traditional sailing breakfast…
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Set Sail for Adventure at the 14ft Cat Regatta! 14ft Cat Regatta – Join the Fun on the Mornington Peninsula! Date: 16th-17th November 2024 Location: Rosebud Yacht Club, 990 Point Nepean Road, Rosebud VIC 3939 Registration: NOW OPEN! Set your sails and gear up for a weekend of thrilling racing and camaraderie at the 14ft Cat Regatta, hosted by…