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Hobie 14
Designer: Hobie Alter  ·  Builder: Hobie Cat (Usa)  ·  First built: 1967
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About the Hobie 14

Launched in 1967 by legendary designer Hobie Alter, this compact catamaran revolutionized beach sailing and helped establish the modern recreational catamaran market. Built by Hobie Cat in the USA using fiberglass construction, the Hobie 14 became an iconic entry point into multihull sailing for countless sailors worldwide. This asymmetrical catamaran features no daggerboards, relying instead on its hull shape and relatively wide 7.67-foot beam for lateral resistance and stability. The rotating mast cat rig with 118 square feet of sail area provides excellent power-to-weight ratio, evident in its impressive SA/Displacement ratio of 48.93. At just 240 pounds, the boat can be easily beach-launched and car-topped, making it ideal for coastal day sailing and beach catamaran racing. The shallow 0.67-foot draft allows exploration of protected bays, beaches, and shallow waters inaccessible to deeper-draft vessels. Known for its forgiving handling characteristics and durability, the Hobie 14 excels as both a learning platform for new sailors and an exciting recreational boat for experienced crews. Its simple rigging and robust construction have made it a popular choice for sailing schools, beach resorts, and sailors seeking uncomplicated fun on the water.

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$2,250 – $2,250
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 14.00 ft / 4.27 m
Beam 7.67 ft / 2.34 m
Max Draft 0.67 ft / 0.20 m
Displacement 240.00 lb / 109 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 118.00 ft² / 10.96 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Catamaran (no boards/asym.)
Rigging Type Cat (rotating spar)
Construction FG
Designer Hobie Alter
Builder Hobie Cat (USA)
First Built 1967
Related Sailboats ["Hobie 35" · "Paper Tiger" · "Windrush 14" · "Sunfish" · "Trac 14"]
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
 189
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
 48.93
Displacement/Length Displacement to Length ratio measures how heavy a boat is relative to its waterline length. Lower values mean a lighter, faster boat.
Under 100 — Ultralight racer100–200 — Light cruiser/racer200–300 — Moderate cruiser300–400 — Heavy cruiserOver 400 — Very heavy
 63.58
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
 1.95
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
 4.94
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 4.62 kn
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 1.96 pounds/inch
How It Compares

vs. Paper Tiger, Sunfish, Windrush 14

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Dimensions
LOA
Hobie 14 ★
14.0 ft
Paper Tiger
14.0 ft
Sunfish
13.9 ft
Windrush 14
14.1 ft
Beam
Hobie 14 ★
7.7 ft
Paper Tiger
7.0 ft
Sunfish
4.1 ft
Windrush 14
7.5 ft
Displacement
Hobie 14 ★
240 lbs
Paper Tiger
160 lbs
Sunfish
129 lbs
Windrush 14
170 lbs
Sail Area
Hobie 14 ★
118 sq ft
Paper Tiger
100 sq ft
Sunfish
75 sq ft
Windrush 14
150 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Hobie 14 ★
48.9
Paper Tiger
54.3
Sunfish
47.0
Windrush 14
78.3
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Hobie 14 ★
2.0
Paper Tiger
1.5
Sunfish
2.3
Windrush 14
1.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Hobie 14 ★
4.94
Paper Tiger
5.15
Sunfish
3.25
Windrush 14
5.42
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hobie 14 ★
63
Paper Tiger
42
Sunfish
—
Windrush 14
44
Hull Speed
Hobie 14 ★
4.6 kts
Paper Tiger
4.6 kts
Sunfish
4.8 kts
Windrush 14
4.6 kts
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