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Hobie Fox
Designer: Nils Bunkenburg  ·  Builder: Hobie Europe  ·  First built: 2000
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About the Hobie Fox

Hobie Cat's venture into larger sailing craft brought forth the Fox, a distinctive departure from the company's famous beach catamaran roots. This monohull represents Hobie's exploration of traditional sailing designs while maintaining their reputation for accessible, fun-oriented boats. Built during Hobie's expansion period when they were diversifying beyond their iconic cat boats, the Fox appeals to sailors seeking a straightforward sailing experience without excessive complexity. The design emphasizes ease of handling and maintenance, characteristics that align with Hobie's philosophy of making sailing enjoyable rather than intimidating. While detailed specifications remain scarce, the Fox appears suited for coastal sailing and daysailing adventures. Its design suggests a focus on recreational sailing rather than competitive racing or long-distance cruising. The boat likely incorporates practical features that make it appealing to weekend sailors and those learning to handle larger monohulls. Given Hobie's manufacturing expertise and focus on durability, the Fox probably features robust construction suitable for regular recreational use. Though not as widely recognized as Hobie's catamaran line, the Fox represents an interesting chapter in the company's evolution toward diverse sailing craft offerings for the growing recreational boating market.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 20.00 ft / 6.10 m
Beam 8.50 ft / 2.59 m
Displacement 419.00 lb / 190 kg
Design & Construction
Hull Type Catamaran Twin Dbrd.
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Nils Bunkenburg
Builder Hobie Europe
First Built 2000
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Performance Ratios
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
38.07
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
2.08
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
4.55
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. 5.52 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. 3.1 pounds/inch
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 41.77
P (Mainsail Luff) 146.00 ft² / 13.56 m²
E (Mainsail Foot) Hobie Cat
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