The Hobie 17 sailboat is a high-performance catamaran celebrated for its speed and agility, featuring a sleek design, trapeze system, and asymmetrical hulls that combine to deliver an exhilarating sailing experience. West Coast Sailing has all the resources you need to rig, find replacement parts, and enjoy sailing your Hobie 17.
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Hobie 17 Line Lengths:
Description | Length | Diameter | Line Type | Quantity | Recommended Line Options |
Mainsheet | 46 ft | 9mm | Sheet | 1 | 9mm Marlowbraid |
Jibsheet | 32 ft | 8mm | Sheet | 1 | 8mm Robline Orion 500 |
Jib Halyard Tail | 19 ft | 3mm | Halyard | 1 | 3mm Nylon |
Main Halyard | 70 ft | 5mm | Halyard | 1 | 3/16 Strait-Core Polyester |
Downhaul | 8 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Jib Furler | 17 ft | 3mm | Control Line | 1 | 3mm Robline Dinghy Control |
Outhaul | 5 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Mast Rotation | 3 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Cetnerboard | 2 ft | 5mm | Misc. | 2 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Jib Tensioner | 6 ft | 3mm | Misc. | 1 | 3mm Robline Dinghy Control |
Trampoline Lace 3-Piece | 13 ft | 6mm | Misc. | 3 | 6mm Robline Orion 300 |
Trampoline Lace Diagonal | 27 ft | 6mm | Misc. | 1 | 6mm Robline Orion 300 |
Trapeze Shockcord | 11 ft | 6mm | Misc. | 1 | 6mm Robline Orion 300 |
Trapeze Adjustment | 5 ft | 6mm | Misc. | 2 | 6mm Robline Dinghy Control |
Batten Tie | 2 ft | 2mm | Misc. | 6 | 2mm Nylon Braid |
About the Hobie 17
The Hobie 17 sailboat stands as a testament to the thrill of high-performance catamaran sailing. Introduced in the late 1980s, this dynamic craft is celebrated for its combination of speed, agility, and innovative design elements. With its sleek, asymmetrical hulls and the inclusion of a trapeze system, the Hobie 17 allows sailors to harness the wind for optimal velocity while providing an exciting and challenging sailing experience. Its efficient design makes it well-suited for both seasoned sailors and those looking to push their boundaries, offering an exhilarating ride on the water that captures the essence of adventurous sailing. The Hobie 17 continues to be a favorite among enthusiasts seeking a blend of speed, maneuverability, and the sheer joy of catamaran sailing.