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The Hobie Getaway

The Hobie Getaway is the "social boat" of Hobie Cat's rotomolded catamaran line. With significantly more hull volume than the ever-popular Hobie Wave, plus huge carrying capacity, the Hobie Getaway comfortably accommodates six adults. Or take the whole family out for a comfortable evening cruise. The Hobie Getaway … serious performance in a very playful, manageable boat.

The Hobie Getaway


Staff Writer: Rex Fayerweather

 


New to 2001, the Getaway is the big brother to the Wave. Winner of Sailing World Magazine and Sail Magazine 2002 Boat of the Year!

Similar in concept to the Hobie Wave (the Hobie Wave was designed by Melvin and Morelli), Greg Ketterman of Hobie Cat USA enlarged the design from 13 feet to 16 feet 7 inches, and then slammed on so many features that it has become irresistable to the recreational sailor.

The Hobie Getaway is the "social boat" of Hobie Cat's rotomolded catamaran line. With significantly more hull volume than the ever-popular Hobie Wave, plus huge carrying capacity, the Hobie Getaway comfortably accommodates six adults, or the whole family for a comfortable evening cruise.

The Hobie Getaway…Serious performance in a very playful, manageable boat. A lot of boat at a tremendous price, it is designed to withstand rigorous use and provide years of sailing enjoyment for the entire family.

Specifications:

Length: 16' 7"
Beam: 7' 8"
Mast Length: 25'
Sail Area: 180 Sq. Ft.
Weight: 390 lbs.
Hull Construction: Roto-Molded Polyethylene


Exceptionally durable Rotomolded Hulls
Colored Main Roller Furling Jib
Blue Mesh Trampoline Cooler/Storage Compartment in Hulls
Forward Trampoline Black Anodized Aluminum Mast Flotation Device
Kick-up Rudders Comptip™ Mast for Safety


Standard Features:

Super Durable, Impact-Resistant Polyethylene
Roto-Molded Hulls
Special Keel Shape Eliminates Daggerboards for Easy Beaching
Hobie's Patented Kick-Up Rudders Allow Easy Beaching
Multi-Colored Main Sail
Forward Trampoline
Roller Furling Jib
"Hobie Bob" Mast Float Prevents Turtling if Capsized
Comptip Mast for Safety
Cooler/Storage Compartment in both Hulls


Optional Features:


Wing Seats
Single Trapeze System


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