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Hobie Bravo
Designer: Hobie Cat  ·  Builder: Hobie Cat  ·  First built: 2000
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About the Hobie Bravo

Compact and versatile, this rotomolded catamaran represents Hobie's commitment to accessible multihull sailing since its introduction in 2000. The Bravo bridges the gap between beach cats and larger performance multihulls, offering an ideal platform for sailors transitioning from dinghies or those seeking spirited day sailing without the complexity of stayed rigging. Built from durable rotomolded polyethylene construction, the Bravo shrugs off beach launches and the inevitable bumps that come with trailer sailing. Its shallow draft and lightweight displacement make it equally at home exploring protected bays, teaching sailing fundamentals, or providing exciting rides in moderate coastal conditions. The asymmetric hull design eliminates the need for daggerboards while maintaining directional stability. The cat-rigged sail plan keeps things simple with its unstayed mast configuration, reducing setup time and maintenance requirements. With a healthy sail area to displacement ratio, the Bravo delivers satisfying performance that rewards good sailing technique while remaining forgiving for developing sailors. This combination of durability, simplicity, and performance has established the Bravo as a popular choice for sailing schools, yacht clubs, and recreational sailors who value low-maintenance fun over maximum speed.

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$2,500 – $2,500
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 12.00 ft / 3.66 m
Beam 4.42 ft / 1.35 m
Max Draft 0.75 ft / 0.23 m
Displacement 195.00 lb / 88 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 86.00 ft² / 7.99 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Catamaran (no boards/asym.)
Rigging Type Cat (unstayed)
Construction Roto-Molded Polyethylene
Designer Hobie Cat
Builder Hobie Cat
First Built 2000
Related Sailboats ["Hobie One 12" · "Aqua Cat 12" · "Byte" · "Captiva Escape" · "Splash"]
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Performance Ratios
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
 40.95
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
 82.03
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
 3.85
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
 3.05
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. 4.28 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. 0.97 pounds/inch
How It Compares

vs. Aqua Cat 12, Byte, Captiva Escape

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Dimensions
LOA
Hobie Bravo ★
12.0 ft
Aqua Cat 12
12.2 ft
Byte
12.0 ft
Captiva Escape
11.5 ft
LWL
Hobie Bravo ★
—
Aqua Cat 12
11.8 ft
Byte
10.5 ft
Captiva Escape
—
Beam
Hobie Bravo ★
4.4 ft
Aqua Cat 12
6.5 ft
Byte
4.3 ft
Captiva Escape
5.0 ft
Displacement
Hobie Bravo ★
195 lbs
Aqua Cat 12
160 lbs
Byte
99 lbs
Captiva Escape
195 lbs
Sail Area
Hobie Bravo ★
86 sq ft
Aqua Cat 12
90 sq ft
Byte
58 sq ft
Captiva Escape
67 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Hobie Bravo ★
41.0
Aqua Cat 12
48.9
Byte
43.4
Captiva Escape
—
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Hobie Bravo ★
3.9
Aqua Cat 12
—
Byte
2.0
Captiva Escape
3.4
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Hobie Bravo ★
3.05
Aqua Cat 12
—
Byte
3.68
Captiva Escape
—
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Hobie Bravo ★
82
Aqua Cat 12
—
Byte
38
Captiva Escape
93
Hull Speed
Hobie Bravo ★
4.3 kts
Aqua Cat 12
—
Byte
4.3 kts
Captiva Escape
4.2 kts
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