Vale Domenico De Toro

Domenico De Toro

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of the President of the Italian Hobie Class Association. From his friend Sandro Marino In the end, it came. Like a gust of wind seen approaching on the horizon, it caught us all unprepared: yesterday, Domenico De Toro, President of the Italian Hobie Cat Class, […]

ADRIATIC HOBIE CAT CUP 2026

Adriatic Hobie Cat Cup 20267

Pescara Fleet 808 Championship Svagamente ASD 19th Edition With the cancellation of the final scheduled day of racing, the wonderful 2026 championship for Pescara’s Fleet 808—the Adriatic Hobie Cat Cup (AHCC), now in its nineteenth year—has concluded. A total of 13 races were held over four regatta days spanning the spring and summer (May to […]

2026 Open Danish Hobie 16 Nationals (DS-DM)

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Skovshoved – Copenhagen The first visiting Hobie sailors flew in on Friday morning and in the evening, there was good hobie vibes in the sailing club, where sailors from out of town slept. In total, we were 11 Hobie Cats from Denmark and two from Germany. Saturday began with a hearty breakfast, and a postponement […]

Dutch Open Hobie 14 Wassenaar Cup 2026

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On 12-13 September, 19 Hobie 14s competed for the “Dutch Open Hobie 14 Wassenaar Cup” at the KZVW in the Netherlands. This year marked the 8th consecutive edition of this vibrant event. Both days offered ideal sailing conditions, with a south-westerly wind ranging from 5 Bft with big waves on Saturday to 3 Bft with […]

Notice of Race Now Online for the 2027 Hobie World Championships

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The International Hobie Class Association (IHCA) is pleased to announce that the Notice of Race for the 18th Hobie 14 World Championship, 24th Hobie 16 World Championship, and Hobie Dragoon International Cup is now available. The championships will be held from 27 June to 8 July 2027 at the beautiful La Ballena Alegre Resort, Sant […]

2027 Hobie 14 & Hobie 16 World Championships & Hobie Dragoon International Cup

Hobie Square

2027 Hobie 14 & Hobie 16 World Championships Hobie Dragoon International Cup Sant Pere Pescador, Spain | June–July 2027 The International Hobie Class Association and Club de Vela La Ballena Alegre are proud to announce the 18th Hobie 14 World Championship and the 24th Hobie 16 World Championship, together with the Hobie Dragoon International Cup, […]

11th Edition of the Legendary Hobie Fleet 808 Raid Set for July 11–12, 2026

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The spirit of adventure, camaraderie, and the Hobie way of life will once again take centre stage as the legendary Hobie Fleet 808 Raid of Pescara returns for its 11th edition on Saturday, 11 July, and Sunday, 12 July 2026. Over the past decade, the Raid has become one of the most anticipated events on […]

Congratulations to Gordon Burgis BEM

Gordon Burgis

Gordon Burgis has been awarded an BEM for his services to the sailing community Five people in Jersey have been recognised for their work in the island by being included in the New Year Honours List. Gordon Burgis has been awarded an BEM for his services to the sailing community and has been described as […]

Hobie 14 Wassenaar Cup 2026 – Join the Hobie Fun on the Dutch Coast

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All Hobie 14 sailors from around the world are warmly invited to the stunning beaches of Wassenaar, the Netherlands, for the Hobie 14 Wassenaar Cup, taking place on 12–13 September 2026. Set against the backdrop of one of the Netherlands’ most beautiful coastlines, this event promises not only exciting racing but also a true celebration […]

Class rule update

Updated class rules will go into effect March 1, 2026. Changes: 1. General Class Rule 8.1 (personal flotation devices/life jackets) is updated and clarified. As part of the approval process at World Sailing and on their recommendation, the text has been slightly modified compared to the version used for the comment period etc. Aim and […]

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