24 entrants, 8 boats, 1 winner. The premise of WaveGP sounded simple enough, with the opportunity for a huge reward. Take the world’s most exciting sailboat racing format, scale it down just a little bit, and open it up to everybody? Count us in! With a bold 24 entrants, a packed race schedule to give…
Category Archives: IHCA News
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Sep
Sep
To: Hobie Class Members From: IHCA Rules Committee Subject: Hobie General Rule 8.1 change proposal Dear members, During the 2025 Hobie Cat MultiEuropeans, we had more discussions and questions about the personal flotation device (PFD)/life jacket requirement “at the correct weight category for each crew member to the minimum standard…” and the standards mentioned in…
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Aug
Aug
The Hobie Cat Multi European Championship 2025 officially opened on August 13th in the stunning seaside town of Ustka, Poland – and the atmosphere could not have been better. Set along Ustka’s beautiful sandy beach, the opening ceremony was bathed in sunshine and perfect summer weather. Sailors, families, and fans from across Europe gathered to…
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Aug
Aug
Being part of a regatta like the Copa Cummins on the Yucatan Coast of Mexico is a unique and memorable experience. The atmosphere was relaxed but the competition was hot. Racing in warm waters with consistent wind, time to socialise, a great clubhouse venue, quality race management and of course a good party too. Everything…
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Jul
Jul
There is excitement in the air for the Pitts Design and Construction 53rd Australian Hobie Cat National Championships. To be held in Busselton in the South West of Western Australia and hosted by Geographe Bay Yacht Club in December / January. The WA fleet has a fun regatta planned for all involved and the region…
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Jun
Jun
Pacific Multihull Championship 2025 Set to Showcase Region’s Best Young Talent in the Pacific The Oceania Sailing Federation is delighted to support the Championnat du Pacifique Multicoques 2025, taking place from 27-31 October 2025 in the stunning Matavai Bay, Tahiti. This premier multihull championship promises to be a spectacular showcase of sailing talent across three exciting…
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Jun
Jun
Western Australia is known as a mecca for wind sports and Busselton is an excellent location for the Pitts Design and Construction 53rd Australian Hobie Cat National Championships. Hosted by Geographe Bay Yacht Club, the event will run from 27 December 2025 to 5 January 2026. Series One invites Hobie 16 teams to contest the…
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May
May
On the latest Bar Karate – The Sailing Podcast’s episode the three current World Champions from the Hobie Class join the boys for a yarn. Cam Owen & Suzzi Ghent, current Hobie 16 World Champions, along with Hobie 14 World Champion, Paddy Butler, share what they’re doing of their own competitions. Each of them putting…
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Apr
Apr
To All Members of the International Hobie Class Association (IHCA), The IHCA Executive Committee wishes to inform you of a significant development affecting our class’s future operations. To fully understand the situation, we believe it’s important to provide some background. Since 1970, the Hobie Cat Company—and later also Hobie Cat Europe—has consistently supported the Hobie…
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Apr
Apr
Entries are OPEN and the Notice of Race is LIVE for the Pitts Design and Construction 53rd Australian Hobie Cat Nationals to be hosted by the HCAWA, with Geographe Bay Yacht Club, in Undalup Country, Busselton, Western Australia. You will not want to miss this event! Our mates from Hobie Team WA have a great…