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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ............ cesse ca sea nes Certain pacsa case nan ure 2
Section 1: Frame ....... errr Ceara Ceara nina
Section 2: Trampoline ......... cesse nana rrr era RER 4
Section 3: Wings ae passes caen se sacsse senc n eau es cesse na EEG 5
Section 4: Rudders .......... casser sean se tren EEE casse nan sra use 7
Section 5; Tiller Crossbar ........ passes san a rene eee NOT 7
Section 6: Centerboards ..... errr EEG terran. Less se nasues 8
Section 7: Drain Plugs ................. eerie, Denecarivaren ero erica 8
Section 8: Comptip™ .............. rere Ver ERKERR EEG eran cena ess 9
Section 9: Mast .................ee.... VRR eterna Lassas ana ese 9
Section 10: Raising the Mast ............. passa senc nes can sas sen eu nes ‚11
Section 11: Trapeze Wires ............ veers eatin e 12
Section 12: Boom Installation ............... ere raraea, renee 13
Section 13: Jib Blocks ........ eee eran Genre sacs nanas …13
Section 14: Tightening the Boat .......... caca sense eue ever ‚13
Section 15: Jib Sail ......... een aia base pess senc nca nes 0.04 14
Section 16; Main Sail ............. cena REKEN eran errr nause 15
Section 17: Downhaul and Outhaul ............ Lee ssersa anne nese „ее... )6
Section 18: Trailering .............—.—.. Leanssure Lacs sense annee erent 17
Section 19: Comptip Maintenance ..............._.... vanessa rare 1.17
Section 20: Routine Maintenance .......... ener RER EEK ..18
Section 21: Safety .......... renee, casa even vanes 18
Knots to Use. ............. ere pacs sane ne sas a ananas uen 00 ees ‚...19
Basic Sailing ue eer een rere. secure 19
Warranty Transfer Information .............. ene eran 20
Hobie Cat Bounty Hunters .….........…….…ersercssersscseuenvers 20
Hobie Fleet Information ............... SR pass sance enene cessan ess ...20
Hobie Card" Information ...... eran eens Gen saseae an ner cio 2]
Hobie Hotline Magazine .............. erate ener 21
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Hobie Cat family of sailors. We would like to both welcome you and thank you for
purchasing the Hobie 21. The Hobie 21 has been designed to provide you, your family and your
friends with many hours of sailing pleasure and performance for years to come.
Your Hobie Cat should be assembled for you by your Authorized Hobie Cat Dealer so that if any
problems are encountered during assembly, they can be fixed before you take delivery of your new
boat. We supply you with these instructions so that you can familiarize yourself with your boat
and understand how it goes together in case you ever need to disassemble it for repairs or storage.
One of the most important things that you will receive with your new boat is the warranty
registration card. Please make sure that you have a copy of your card so that you can ensure that
your dealer has filled it out for you and sent it to us. Without a warranty card on file, you will miss
out on our HOTLINE Magazine, special product offers, regatta announcements and special service
bulletins that are sent to owners from time-to-time.
This manual will not teach you how to sail. There are many excellent courses and hooks
available on the safe handling of small sailboats. Contact your Hobie dealer or local Coast Guard
Auxiliary for recommendations on classes in your area. They will be happy to help.
When assembling and sailing your boat, please remember the most important rule of all: STAY
AWAY FROM OVERHEAD POWER LINES! Before starting to rig your boat, thoroughly examine
the area for power lines and report any potentially hazardous power line that you see by writing to
the responsible utility company. Send a copy of your report to Hobie Cat Bounty Program, P.O. Box
1008, Oceanside, CA 92054. And then sail somewhere else. Remember, CONTACT OF A MAST
WITH A POWER LINE CAN BE FATAL!
The Hobie 21 is made with the innovative COMPTIP™ mast tip (U.S. Pat. No. 4,597,346). This is
an essentially non-conducting composite mast tip which can minimize the hazards of electrocution
and boat damage from mast/power line contact. Hobie Cat has worked many years to develop this
tip so that it would be as effective as possible. Still, nothing can provide total protection at all times,
so it's best to avoid wires. Be sure to read the “Maintenance” section to find out how to protect the
tip’s insulating property.
By following these instructions, maintaining your new boat properly and observing safety rules,
we're confident you'll get many years of sailing enjoyment from your Hobie 21.
2.
1. FRAM
NOTE: All directions referring to
“right”, left”, “front” and “back”
are based on looking from the
stern toward the bow.
11 Position the hulls approximately 9 feet (2.75
meters) apart. Place the rear crossbar into the rear
crossbar sleeve on the right hull with the trampo-
line track facing toward the front. Careful hull
alignment is required because the taper pin hole
tolerances are very close. (FIGURE #1)
LEFT HULL RIGHT HULL
9' {2.75 METERS) BETWEEN
MULLS
TRAMP TRACK OPENING
THIS SIDE (FWD.)
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TAPER PIN
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REAR CROSSBAR |
RIGHT HULL
{REAR SLEEVE)
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PADEYES THIS SIDE
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1.4 Install the taper pin as in step #2, using the
12 Inserta taper pin through the crossbar sleeve
and crossbar. Add 2 or 3 spacers (as required)and 1
washer to extend past the tapered shoulder at the
threads. Install the lock nut on the pin and tighten
sufficiently to take out slack only. (FIGURE #2)
1.3 Insert the front crossbar into the right front
crossbar sleeve. The trampoline lacing padeyes
should be facing the back of the boat.
(FIGURE #3)
nut with the welded loop. (FIGURE #4)
TAPER PIN
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FRONT CROSSBAR Ç |
BIGHT HULL
(FRONT SLEEVE}
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NYLON WASHERS
ST. STL. WASHER A O
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1.5 Repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 to attach the left hull
to the crossbars and complete the framing.
(FIGURE #5)
FWD CROSSBAR
LEFT HULL
(FRONT SLEEVE)
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INSTALLATION TO
LEFT HULL TO
COMPLETE FRAMING
| AFT CROSSBAR
LEFT HULL
[REAR SLEEVE)
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2. TRAMPOLINE ASSEMBLY
2.1 The two-piece trampoline will be installed
with the short row of grommets located forward
and the long row located inboard. (FIGURE #8)
2.2 Thread the inboard rear corner of the tram-
poline, from outboard to inboard, in the track
under the rear crossbar. (FIGURE #6)
TRAMP (RIGHT HALF)
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RIGHT HULL
= 6 (REAR SLEEVE)
THREAD TRAMP THROUGH
TRACK UNTIL APPROX,
CENTER OF BOAT
FIG #6
2.3 Starting from the back of the boat, insert the
front outboard corner into the track on the huil
until it is all the way forward. (FIGURE #7)
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THREAD TRAMP THROUGH
TRACK UNTIL ALL THE
WAY FORWARD о
TRAMP [RIGHT HALF)
UPPER RIGHT CORNER
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RIGHT HULL
(REAR SLEEVE)
FWD FIG #7
2.4 Repeat for the opposite side. (FIGURE #8)
YOUR TRAMP 15 READY
FOR LACING
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2.5 Secure the trampoline to the rear crossbar
with a corner lace line by tying a bowline knot at
one end and running the line from the bottom of
the trampoline through the rear outboard
grommet; around the crossbar (keeping to the
outside of the taper pin); through the inboard
grommet and back around the crossbar as before.
Tie off the line with two half-hitches.
(FIGURE #9)
START
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LEFT HULL A.
{REAR SLEEVE) | |
REPEAT LACING FOR
OTHER SIDE
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2.6 Repeat for the other half of the trampoline.
2.7 Tieoneendof the forward lace line to the
first grommet nearest the left hull with a figure-
eight knot, then complete lacing as shown.
(FIGURE #10)
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2.8 Tie the center lace line to the forward
grommet in the left trampoline half; then complete
as shown. (FIGURE #11)
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2.9 Starting with the front, tighten all lace lines.
2.10 Thread the splash strip through the center
lacings and secure it at both ends.
(FIGURE #12)
3. WINGS
3.1 Identify the left and right wing assemblies.
Red Dot = LEFT
Green Dot = RIGHT
3.2 Mark the legs with tape as shown. These
points indicate full and complete insertion of the
legs into the hull. (FIGURE #13-A)
3.3 Put the right wing legs into the sockets and
place the right seat onto the legs. All parts are pre-
drilled so the holes should line up properly. Rivet
the seat onto the legs using rivets and rivet caps.
(FIGURE #13)
RIGHT HULL
1 LA
FwD LEG
(LONG LEG)
SEAT INSTALLATION DETAIL
AFT LES
{SHORT LEG)
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CASTINGS PRIDA TO INSTALL.
ING THE SEAT,
NOTE! AFT LDOP
REFEAT FOR LEFT SIDE
FIG #13
3.4 Lace the wing tramp as shown.
(FIGURE #14)
FIG #12
3 TO 4, BACK TO 3, THEM 5,6,7, ETE.
START wIH FICA
E KNOT AT INSIDE DF UU RIGHT WING TRAMP LACING SHOWN,
Ы REPEAT PATTERN FOR LEFT SIDE, FIG #14
TAPE LOCATION FOR WINGS
IS 1/47 АРТ
20" FWD.
FIG 13.A |
3.5 Before sailing, secure the wing legs to the
tang on the hull with a short piece of line.
(FIGURE #15)
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THE WINGS WILL NOT FLOAT! |
SECURE WING TO BOAT,
REPEAT FOR LEFT SIDE.
FIG #15
3.6 CAUTION
CAUTION
It is very important that the wings are
completely inserted when sailing
or whenever any load is applied to
them. Failure to completely insert the
wings will result in hull and/or wing
damage. You have inserted the wings
completely when the band of tape
on the outboard side of each
insertion tube aligns with the top
of the hull deck.
3.7 Toinsert the wings, simply work the leg
tubes into the hull sockets an inch or so at a time.
Push one leg of the wing into the tube, then the
other and continue alternating until both sides are
completely inserted. If the wings cannot be easily
inserted using this system, check the end caps and
sockets for debris (such as sand), improper fitting
or metal burrs.
4. RUDDERS
4.1 Identify the left and the right rudder
assemblies.
Red dot = LEFT
Green dot = RIGHT
4.2 Insert one nylon bearing into the bottom of
each hole in the rudder castings. (FIGURE #16)
4.3 Put one cotter pin on each rudder pin.
(FIGURE #16)
4,4 Set the casting on the gudgeons.
(FIGURE #16)
4.5 Push the rudder pin UP through the lower
gudgeon and make sure to place a stainless steel
washer between the gudgeon and the nylon
bearing in the casting. (FIGURE #16)
4.6 Repeat step 4.5 for the upper gudgeon.
(FIGURE #16)
4,7 Secure the top of the rudder pin with a
second cotter pin. (FIGURE #16)
4.8 Repeat 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6 and 4.7 for the
other rudder assembly.
5. TILLER CROSSBAR
5.1 Place the red dot end (left) of the tiller
crossbar on the red dot (left) rudder arm.
(FIGURE #17)
5.2 Attach as shown. Do not overtighten spring.
(FIGURE #17)
5.3 Repeat 5.1 and 5.2 for opposite side.
5.4 Attach the tiller extension to the yoke on the
tiller crossbar with a clevis pin and ring.
(FIGURE #17)
INSTALL 2H0 CÔTTER FIN
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
INSTALL
IST COTTER PIN
FIG #16
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TILLER EXTENSION
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RED DOT 7
LEFT
RUDDER
REPEAT FOR OTHER SIDE —
REF.
FIG #17
6. CENTERBOARDS
The centerboards are spring loaded for positive
locating at desired positions and to allow retrac-
tion if contacted from below.
6.1 When the handle is lifted slightly and moved
forward in the key slot, the board is free to
descend. Several adjustment knots can be placed
in the line to permit the boards to extend toa
variety of depths. When the board is fully
extended it should reach 19 1/2 inches (49.5 cm) as
measured from the bottom of the hull to the tip of
the board. When the board is fully retracted, the
centerboard line should measure 21 1/2 inches
(51.6 cm) from the deck to the underside of the
centerboard handle. To raise the board, pull up on
the handle and slide the line into the key slot just
below the last figure-eight knot. (FIGURE #18)
LEFT OVER LINE IN RETRACIED POSITION
DSHOLE.L 21 1/2" FROM
DECK TU UNDERSIDE DF
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NYLOCK NUT
19 1/2" S.5. МАБНЕЙ
Ц RUBBER WASHER
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EXTENDED POSITION |
RUCBER WASHER
5.5. WASHER
BOLT
SECTION VIEW OF SPRING
ATTACHMENT AREA
FIG #18
6.2 If you ever need to remove a centerboard,
instructions are included. (FIGURE #19)
CENTERBCARD AND COMPONENT REPLACEMENT
TO REMOVE A BOARD
MOTE - BOAT ТО BE TURNED OVER FOR PROCEDURE
|. REMOVE CENTERSCARO HANDLE,
=. REMOVE PIVOT PIN SCREWS AND PIVOT PIN.
3. PULL LP ON BOARD TO EXPOSE SPRINGS AND DETARH THEM FROM YDKE.
TO INSTALL A BOARD
I. REINSTALL CENTERBOARD LINE ON MEW BOARD,
=. Hh GHAR THE SPRINGS IN THE THUNK WITH & FIECE OF WIRE
SHAFED LIKE A HOOK AND ATTACH THEM TD THE YOKE OH THE
CENTERECARD ,
3. ONCE ATTACHED GUIDE BOARD TINTO PLACE WH
THE CENTERIM) LINE T IN TE DE
ONCE IM PLACE RETSTALL PIVOT PIN USING R.T.V, ON SÈREWS TO INSURE
PROPER SEAL.
REFER TU CENTERBDOARD ADJUSTMENT SECTION
DANCE INST
FÜR SETTINGS.
BOAR
CLEAT IN DECK
PIVOT PIN AREA
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IT WILL TAKE TWO PEGPLE FOR THIS PROCEDURE.
NYLOCK NUT
5.5: WASHER
RUBBER WASHER
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SHOWN
ABOUT 3/87" IN DIA, WHI RUBBER WASHER
ALIGNS THE SPRINÓ ANDO SPACERS WITH THE
HOLES THE
5,5. WASHER
BOLT
SECTION VIEW OF SPRING
ATTACHMENT AREA
TO INSTALL FASTENERS AS SHOWN,
ANDO TG PROPERLY SEAL BOLT HOLES WITH
A, Ti Y: ANT.
REINSTALL BOARD AS SHCWN TH STEPS
ABOVE.
FIG #19
7. DRAIN PLUGS
71 Drain plugs are the most often forgotten item
during rigging, but among the most important.
Even championship sailors forget to put their
drain plugs in once in a while, but you can't go
very far with them out. BE SURE TO CHECK
YOUR DRAIN PLUGS BEFORE LEAVING
SHORE. Make certain the gaskets are in place and
free of sand, or other debris, which can prevent
sealing. The drain plugs are located below the
lower gudgeon. Do not overtighten the drain
plugs. This may distort the rubber gaskets and
water will leak into the hulls. (FIGURE #20)
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MAKE SURE GASKET IS FREE
OF SAND BEFORE INSTALLING.
TYP. BOTH HULLS
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FIG #20
8. COMPTIP"
8.1 Each COMPTIP and mast tang are custom
pre-drilled and mated. It is important not to mix
COMPTIPs and aluminum extrusions.
8.2 Insert the base of the COMPTIP into the
aluminum extrusion to check for fit. All of the pre-
drilled holes should be aligned.
8.3 Separate and check for cleanliness of the
parts.
8.4 Apply a thin coat of filler material (Bondo, or
a similar hardening epoxy based material) to the
base of the COMPTIP Be sure to follow the manu-
facturer's directions for mixing and measuring the
filler material. Insert the COMPTIP into the
extrusion, making sure that all pre-drilled holes
are aligned. Remove any excess filler material
from the outside of the mast.
CAUTION: It is important to follow
the filler manufacturer’s directions for
mixing and curing the filler material.
The COMPTIP must be allowed
the necessary time to cure
completely before proceeding
with the mast assembly.
8.5 Insert the rivet caps through the pre-drilled
holes in the extrusion. Place the mast tang over
the rivet caps and install the rivets.
(FIGURE #21)
FIG #2!
NOTE: The mast is not covered
under manufacturer's warranty
because the mast rotation setting,
the diamond wire tension, loading
and adjustment and the rigging of
third sails (spinnakers) are
all determined by the sailor.
9, MAST
9.1 Attach the spreader arms as shown and
secure them with cotter pins. (FIGURE #22)
"MAST SPEADER ARM ASSEMBLY"
TYPICAL INSTALLATION FOR OTHER SIDE
FIG #22
9.2 Attach the jaw end of the diamond wire to the
diamond wire tang located below the mast tang.
Use a clevis pin and a cotter pin to secure the wire.
(FIGURE #23)
"ОТАНСНО WIFE & ROTATION AFM INSTALLATION”
INSTALL AS SHE
ATTACH TO DIAMOND TANG
FIG 923
9.3 Secure the diamond wire in the spreader arm
slot with large cotter pins. (FIGURE #23)
94 Completely cover all cotter pins with tape to
protect the sails.
9.5 Loosen the locknuts at each end of the turn-
buckle and expand the turnbuckle, keeping the
threads in view inside the barrel. Note that both
the locknuts rotate in the same direction.
9.6 Secure the bottoms of the turnbuckles to the
mast under the rotation arm ends and secure with
the long bolt as shown. (FIGURE #23)
9.7 Tighten the wires evenly by rotating the
turnbuckles and secure them with locknuts.
When the turnbuckles and locknuts are tight, tiea
12" (30 cm) piece of 1/8" line through one turn-
buckle body; around the front of the mast; and
through the other turnbuckle body. This will keep
the turnbuckles from turning.
WARNING:
It is extremely important that the
turnbuckles are adjusted equally.
Overtightening one side can cause a
| bend in the mast. The diamond wire |
| adjustment not only affects mast bend |
| and sail shape, it is an important sup- |
fl port component of the mast extrusion.
; If the diamond wires are loose or
| broken, the mast can be permanently
| distorted or could fail completely. The
| diamond wires cannot be tightened
| sufficiently by hand. Use a wrench to |
| make the last two or three revolutions |
| of the turnbuckles. Wires stretch with |
| use and require periodic inspection |
and retightening.
9.8 Locate the shroud wires and the upper fore-
stay wire. Place the three wires on the large bell
shackle. The upper forestay wire should be positi-
oned between the shroud wires. (FIGURE #24)
9.9 Put the pin of the large shackle through the
bottom hole on the mast tang. After tightening,
secure the shackle pin to the shackle with safety
wire to prevent the pin from backing out.
(FIGURE #24)
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FASTEN TO LOWER
HOLE IN MAST
TANG
FIG #24
9.10 Place the small bell shackle in the middle
hole of the mast tang. Slide two of the trapeze
wires onto the left side of the shackle and two on
the right side of the shackle. (FIGURE #25)
FASTEN SHACKLE TQ |
TOP HOLE OF TANG
T
TWD TRAPS PER
FACH SIDE OF SHACKLE
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FIG 925
9.11 Secure the shackle by attaching the pin
through the top hole of the mast tang.
(FIGURE #25)
10. RAISING THE MAST
CAUTION: BEFORE RAISING THE
MAST, BE SURE THE AREA IS FREE
OF OVERHEAD POWER LINES.
SHOULD THE MAST COME IN
CONTACT WITH AN OVERHEAD
POWER LINE THE RESULTS
COULD BE FATAL.
10.1 Secure the four trapeze wires to the bottom
of the mast so they will be out of the way when
ralsing the mast.
10.2 Attach thejib halyard line to each end of the
jib halyard wire to form a very large loop. The
halyard line must be connected to the halyard wire
before the mast is raised, or you will lose access to
it when the mast is raised. (FIGURE #26)
JIB HALYARD
WIRE
JIB
TENSIONER
JIB
HALYARD
LINE
FIG #28
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10.3 Securely tie the jib sheet line to the main
halyard ring.
10.4 Tie off the end of the main halyard line at
the base of the mast to prevent it from being pulled
up when the mast is raised.
Note: Be sure that this line is tied
securely. It will be used to pull the
- -- mast to the vertical position.
If the line comes loose, the mast can
be damaged and severe personal
injury could occur.
10.5 Carry the mast to the boat. Place the mast
base over the mast step ball located on the front
crossbar and insert the mast step pin through the
entire assembly. The pin should be visible on the
opposite side of the mast base. Secure the pin with
clevis ring. Be sure that the mast control yoke fits
between the trampoline halves. (FIGURE #27)
INSTALL CLEVIS PIN à
RING TO SECURE MAST
TO FRONT
FIG #27
Note: If the mast has to be laid down
before raising, support it below the
COMPTIP and forward of the tiller
crossbar assembly.
10.6 Attach the left bridle wire to the aft bow
tang on the left hull with a 1/4" x 1/2” clevis pin
and lock ring. (FIGURE #28)
10.7 Attach theother end of the left bridle wire to
the roller furler, Make sure that the oblong hole in
the roller furler faces the rear of the boat.
(FIGURE #28)
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FIG #28
10.8 Repeat steps 10.6 and 10.7 for the right
bridle wire. (FIGURE #28)
10.9 Attach the left shroud to the top hole of the
left shroud adjuster with a 1/4" x 1/2" clevis pin
and lock ring. Secure the base of the shroud
adjuster to the toggle with a clevis pin and lock
ring. Then secure the toggle to the tang on the left
hull again using a clevis pin and lock ring.
(FIGURE #29)
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10.10 Repeat step 10.9 for the right shroud and
shroud adjuster.
Note: It is recommended to have
several people on hand to help raise
the mast. The mast is too heavy to be
raised by just one person.
If the mast should slip while it is being
raised, severe injury and damage
could result.
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10.11
Stretch the extra line attached to the main
halyard ring out in front of the boat.
(FIGURE #30)
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10.12 Check for overhead power lines, if any are
near, relocate the boat before raising the mast.
10.13 The extra people helping to step the mast
should stand in the center of the trampoline near
the rear crossbar and raise the mast to shoulder
height. As the mast is raised, the line in front of
the boat should be pulled forward. Check to make
sure that the trapeze wires and shrouds are not
fouled. (FIGURE #30)
10.14 As the front line is being pulled forward,
the mast should be steadied and pushed up from
the back until it is fully vertical. (FIGURE #30)
10.15 When the mast is fully vertical, maintain
pressure on the line to hold it in place. A second
person should then attach the lower forestay to
the top of the adjuster extending from the roller
furler assembly.
11. TRAPEZE WIRES
11.1 Untie and clear the trapeze wires.
11.2 Lead the trapeze shock cords through the
grommets on the outboard side of the trampoline,
then under the trampoline and through the oppo-
site grommets.
11.3 Arrange the trapeze wires so they lead out-
side of the shrouds. Then tie the linetotheJ& H
handle with a bowline knot. After the line is led
through the thimble on the end of the trapeze wire,
attach the rope lock. Then tie the end of the line to
the shock cord with another bowline knot.
(FIGURE #31)
FIG #31
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12, BOOM INSTALLATION
12.1 Hold the boom with the slot and two cleats
facing up. Using the vertex and clevis pin and ring,
attach the gooseneck pin which extends from the
front of the boom to the gooseneck yoke on the
mast. Put the bolt through the holes on the goose-
neck and through the vertex. Secure it with the
stainless steel lock nut. (FIGURE #32)
12.2 Tie the mast rotation line to the forward
jam cleat on the boom. Thread the line from the
cleat; through the mast rotation arm; and then
feed it back through the jam cleat. Tie the free end
FIG 032
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of the line off with a figure-eight knot. Position the
knot to prevent the mast from rotating more than
80 degrees to either side from the straight back
position. (FIGURE #32)
13. JIB BLOCKS
13.1 Remove the end stop of the left jib track
located on the hull. Insert one of the jib blocks into
the track with the slide adjustment on the block
facing the rear of the boat. (FIGURE #33)
REMOVE CAP,
IN
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; RE-INSTALL CAP
WITH SEALANT
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CAR PULL PIN
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FIG #33
13.2 Insert the end stop and secure. Apply a
small amount of silicone sealant to the threads
before reassembly.
13.3 Repeat steps 13.1 and 13.2 for the right nb
block.
14, TIGHTENING THE BOAT
14.1 Remove the extra line used to raise the
mast. :
Note: The final tension of the shrouds
and shroud adjustment will vary
according to personal preference.
Shroud tension must be relieved
to lower the mast.
14.2 Attach the main halyard ring to the outhaul
car on the boom. Pull up on the halyard to raise the
boom about 4 feet (1.2 m) and then retie the main
halyard to the bottom of the mast. Be sure that
this line is tied securely. (FIGURE #35)
14.3 Attach the main sheet system as shown. Tie
off the traveler line end (B) with a figure-eight
knot. (FIGURE #34)
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FIG #34
(3!)
TAKE UP SLACK IN
LEFT
SHRUG ADIASTER (2 TD 3 HOLES)
REPEAT FÜR RIGHT SIDE,
(2)
FULL. IN ON MAIN SHEET
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FIG 235
14.4 Move and secure the traveller car to the left
side of the boat. Using the mainsheet, sheet in
tight. Now tighten the left shroud by moving it
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down two or three holes in the adjuster. Secure the
shroud with a clevis pin and ring.
(FIGURE #35)
14.5 Release the tension on the mainsheet and
move the traveller to the right side. Repeat step
14.3 to tighten the right shroud. (FIGURE #35)
14.6 Release the tension on the main sheet when
the tightening procedure is finished and return
the boom to its normal position.
NOTE: Whenever the boat is set up,
tightening will be required to achieve
proper shroud tension.
15. JIB SAIL
15.1
CAUTION: Before attempting to raise
the sails, the boat must be pointed
into the wind.
15.2 Attach the shackle on the end of the jib hal-
yard wire to the head of the jib. (FIGURE #36)
SHADHLE HALYARD VIRE
TO HEAD OF SAIL
e wAAP ZIPPER LLET
АННО FORESTAY ANC
| JIB HALYARD LINE
ADVANCE ZIPPER WHILE
/ 7 RAISING THE SAIL
FIG ¢36
15.3 Wrap the ib luff pocket around the lower
forestay. Make sure that the jib halyard line is
inside the luff pocket. Then engage the zipper.
(FIGURE #36)
15.4 Raise the sail by pulling on the jib halyard
line and, at the same time, advancing the zipper
down the luff until the jib tack can be attached to
the shackle on the neck of the roller furler housing.
(FIGURE #37)
VA JIB HALYARD WIRE
JIB TENSIONEH
FIG #37
15.5 Untieand store the j1b halyard line. Connect
the j1b tensioner line to the block on the end of the
jib halyard wire. Thread the tensioner down and
through the tack shackle and back up through the
block on the halyard wire. Then secure it in the
jam cleat on the sail. (FIGURE #37)
15.6 Attach the jib clew blocks to the jib clew
plate using a shackle. (FIGURE #38)
LINE ENDS TIE AT 1 + 6
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15.7 Attach the jib sheet as shown.
(FIGURE #38)
15.8 Temporarily attach the roller furler line to
the jam cleat on the top of the front crossbar.
15.9 “To adjust the roller furler line:
A. disconnect the clew blocks;
B. pull the furler line all the way out of the
spool and cleat it off on the forward
crossbar;
C. wrap the jib clockwise around the fore-
stay;
reconnect the clew blocks (this is the
furled position);
E. tounfurl the jib, release the furler line
from the cleat on the front crossbar and
pull in on the jib sheet. (FIGURE #39)
1) DISCORRECT CLEW ELOCKS.
2) PUL FURLER THE
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3} WAAP JIB CLOCKWISE ARCUND FORESTAY,
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FIG #39
15.10 To furl the jib, uncleat the jib sheet (both
port and starboard) and pull the furler line until
the jib is completely furled. Do not partially furl
the sail because this will cause uneven stretching
of the exposed sail.
15.11 Once the boat has been tensioned, the jib
may need final adjustment before sailing.
16. MAIN SAIL
16.1 Lay the sail flat. It's important that the sail
1s perfectly flat on the ground. A wrinkled sail
could lead to a tear in the sail fabric when the
battens are pushed into their pockets.
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16.2 Place the battens next to the proper pocket.
16.3 Insert the battens, flat end first.
16.4 Tie each batten as shown. (FIGURE #40)
I) LAY SAIL FLAT,
2) PLACE BATTENS NEXT TO
BORN РОБИН
M) INSERT BATTENS FLAT
EMD FIRST.
4) TIE EACH BATTEM
FIG
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Note: Final batten tension will vary
with the wind conditions and personal
taste in sail shape. Do not over-
tension the battens.
16.5 After the battens have been tensioned,
check to make sure that the boat is pointed into the
wind and the halyard is free and not twisted
around the mast or shrouds.
16.6 Attach the shackle on the halyard ring to
the grommet in the headboard at the top of the sail
and secure it with the shackle pin.
(FIGURE #41)
16.7 Insert and feed the bolt rope into the mast
track while raising the sail. (FIGURE #41)
16.8 Pull the main halyard to raise the sail.
16.9 When reaching the top of the mast head
with the sail, gently pull the ring above the hook,
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then pull down to lock the sail in place. You may
need to rotate the mast to the left to engage the
hook. (FIGURE #41)
FIG #41
16.10 To unlock: raise sail above the hook; rotate
the mast; and let the sail down.
16.11 If the sail binds in the track, back it down a
bit, then continue pulling it up. Coating the luff
with a sail lubricant will make raising the sail
easier. It is recommended that this be done on a
periodic basis to prevent the luff from binding. A
sail feeder can also be installed on the mast if
desired.
17. DOWNHAUL AND OUTHAUL
171 Attach the downhaul assembly as shown.
(FIGURE #42)
FOLLOW HUMBER
TEQUENCE
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SHACKLE TO SAIL:
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172 Attach the clew of the sail to the outhaul car
on the boom with a clevis pin.
18. TRAILERING
18.1 When trailering the Hobie 21, follow all
instructions included with your trailer and obey
all the relevant state laws concerning trailering
boats.
18.2 Before the boat can be safely and legally
trailered, the boat must be reduced to legal size.
18.3
lines.
Untie the front and rear trampoline lace
18.4 Remove the nuts securing the crossbar bolts
and take the bolts out of the crossbar.
18.5 Push the hulls as far inboard as possible and
secure,
18.6 Use an extra length of line to tie the handle
of the centerboard control lines to the rear
crossbar to prevent the lines from slipping and
allowing the centerboards to fall into the trailer or
roadway.
18.7 If the rudder system has not been removed
for trailering, be sure to tie the tiller crossbar
down to the rear crossbar after the rudders have
been kicked up. This will prevent them from acci-
dentally lowering during travel. Failure to tie the
tiller crossbar down could result in rudder
damage.
18.8 Remove each wing and insert it into the
opposite side of the boat. The right wing will go
into the left hull and the left wing into the right
hull. This will aliow the wings to remain in a
straight-up position to reduce the beam of the boat
to a lawful trailering width.
18.9 Tie down the mast both in the front and in
the back (below the COMPTIP™) to prevent the
mast from coming loose during transport.
18.10 Securely strap or tie down your boat to the
trailer before starting on your way.
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WARNING:
NEVER trailer your Hobie 21 so that
the plastic luff track of the COMPTIP
rests on the rear crossbar or mast
support because this may result in
WARNING:
DO NOT USE THE WINCH LINE
FROM YOUR TRAILER
19. COMPTIP MAINTENANCE
(U.S. Pat. No. 4,597,346)
19.1 Because surface contamination can allow
the COMPTIP to conduct electricity, the fiber-
glass tip should be carefully and thoroughly
cleaned with fresh water after each use. In the
event fresh water will not remove surface film or
other contamination, use soap and water only. DO
NOT attempt to clean the COMPTIP mast with
any type of solvent. Acetone or other solvents will
damage the luff track.
192 Do not leave the mast tip in direct sunlight
for extended periods. Cover the tip whenever it 1s
not in use so ultraviolet rays will not degrade the
surface.
19.3 Always trailer the luff track facing up. Do
not allow mast tie-downs to touch the luíf track.
Use a minimum of 1 1/2” of soft padding around
the mast tip and place the padding between the
luff track and any tie-down lines.
19.4 When storing the mast, be sure the luff
track is facing up. DO NOT apply any pressure to
the luff track during storage.
19.5 Please remember that the COMPTIP mast
is not a total guarantee against injury or death in
the event of a mast/power line contact. If the sur-
face or luff groove is contaminated with moisture,
salt, dirt or other foreign matter, or if the mast
touches a line carrying extremely high voltage, an
electrical injury could still occur. Additionally, the
protection is confined to the tip area only. A con-
tact of the aluminium portion of the mast, shrouds
or forestay is still extremely dangerous. The only
sure protection for any sailor, on any boat, is the
complete avoidance of electrical power lines.
20.1 The Hobie 21 must be tightened periodi-
cally. After sailing and trailering, inspect all nuts,
bolts and, most importantly, the shrouds and gud-
geons to make sure that these critical elements are
fitted tightly and properly to insure safe perfor-
mance.
20.2 Use beach wheels or dollies when launching
the boat off a beach. Never drag it over sand or
rocks.
20.3 After each sail, especially a salt water sail,
thoroughly rinse your boat with fresh, clean water
to remove salt, grime, or other foreign material.
Thiswill help prevent metal parts from corroding.
20,4 When not using your boat, keep the trampo-
line and hulls covered to protect them from the
damaging rays of the sun. Remove the trampoline
when storing your boat for the winter and keep it
indoors.
20.5 Carefully inspect all metal parts, fittings
and wires for signs of stress and wear as you rig
your boat before each sail. If a wire is frayed or
corroded, replace it! All replacement parts should
meet factory specifications and are readily avail-
able from your local Hobie dealer.
20.6 After a high-speed capsize, or a pounding in
the surf, completely examine your boat for any
signs of damage. Look at the crossbar to hull area,
the rudder system and any other part of the boat
that might have sustained damage.
20.7 When storing your boat for the winter,
cover it with an opaque sheet of plastic. Form the
plastic into an A-frame. By tenting your boat, you
will prevent snow, leaves and other debris from
accumulating on the hulls.
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WARNING: Be sure no water lies in
the hulls or the wing sockets.
Freezing water in those areas could
caus
208 Regular cleaning, waxing and polishing will
keep your boat looking good for years to come.
20.9 REMEMBER TO SEND IN YOUR WAR-
RANTY CARD!
21. SAFETY
EVERY HOBIE SAILOR MUST TAKE
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INSURING
THEIR SAFETY, AS WELL AS THEIR PAS-
SENGERS SAFETY, ON THE WATER.
21.1 Always wear a personal flotation device
(PFD) and make sure that your crew does the
same!
21.2 Never sail alone!
21.3 Make sure that someone on shore knows
where you are sailing and when you plan to
return!
21.4 Never sail in threatening wind or water
conditions!
215 Do not sail in wind or water conditions that
are beyond your sailing abilities! If in doubt, don't
go out!
21.6 Do not overload the boat or the wings!
21.7 Always carry boat righting lines and equip-
ment! Righting water bags and shroud extenders
are recommended.
21.8 Sail within sight of the land! Be especially
cautious on large bodies of water.
21.9 Always watch out for overhead power lines!
21.10 For more information about boating, or
available classes and seminars in your area, call
the toll-free boating education hotline at 1-800-336-
2628 (BOAT). You may also write to your state
boating authority, local power squadron, or the
U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Boating, Public and
Consumer Affairs, Washington, D.C. 20593.
FIGURES -
KNOT AT END
OF LINE
HALYARD KNOT
FINISH WITH
A HALF HITCH
CLEATINE OFF A LINE
FALLING OFF
> NJ DOWNWIND (RUNNING)
a, i %
HEADING UP —___
Points of Sail Changing Direction
“ 19.
Your Hobie Cat carries a two year limited war-
ranty that may be transferred if you should sell
your boat. It is extremely important that you read,
fill out and return the warranty card to Hobie Cat.
Pursuant to the Federal Boat Safety Act,the war-
ranty card must be returned so you may be noti-
fied in the event that a product safety problem is
discovered.
If you have purchased a previously owned boat,
it is important that the warranty be transferred.
Enclose $15.00 to cover the cost of transferring
the warranty and the warranty department will
not only take care of the paperwork, but also give
you a full year’s subscription to the Hobie
HOTLINE the official publication of the Interna-
tional Hobie Class Association.
Send us your name, address, the date you pur-
chased the boat, the hull numbers of the boat and
the sail numbers.
Hobie Cat Warranty Transfer Department
P.O. 1008
Oceanside, CA 92054
HOBIE CAT BOUNTY HUNTERS
Because overhead power lines in sailing and
launching areas represent a hazard to Hobie Cat
sailors, Hobie Cat has established an aggressive
program to identify and eliminate these sailing
hazards by bringing them to the attention of the
local power company. Hobie Cat sailors who
follow three simple steps to eliminate these
hazards will receive a special Hobie gift and
become a Hobie Bounty Hunter. To participate in
the Bounty program you should:
1. Scout your sailing and launching areas for
low power lines.
2. If you see low power lines, write to the power
company that owns the lines, explain the hazards
the lines present to sailors and ask them what
action they will take to eliminate the hazard.
3. Send a copy of the letter and, when you get a
response from the power company, a copy of that
response to Hobie Cat. In return, Hobie Cat will
take up the issue with the power company to sup-
port you in your hunt for outlaw lines and also
send you a Hobie gift.
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This program has met with good success over
the years. By working together, we can make the
water safer for all sailors.
Send copies of your letters to:
Hobie Cat Bounty Program
PO. Box 1008
Oceanside, CA 92054
HOBIE FLEET IN
Today, over 500 fleets, from Abu Dhabi to Boise,
operate under the jurisdiction of the International
Hobie Class Association. These fleets are divided
into sixteen geographical divisions and sponsor
local racing and other sailing events open to all
Hobie Cat sailors. An important aspect of the fleet
organization is the willingness of Hobie sailors to
help one another learn the ins-and-outs of competi-
tive, safe sailing. Competitions held at the local
fleet level are divided into distinct racing classes.
The A fleet is the most experienced, the В fleet is
comprised of sailors slightly below the A fleet
level, C Fleet sailors are racing beginners and the
novice fleet is made up of new sailors.
Local regattas allow Hobie skippers to gain
experience and accumulate points which help
them pre-qualify for U.S. National Championship
events. These Championship events are held
annually for every Hobie class. World Champion-
ship events are ordinarily scheduled bi-annually
for each class. The events are open to a limited
number of Hobie sailors, who have not pre-
qualified on the local or National level. Qualifying
rounds are scheduled for each Championship to
insure attending Hobie sailors have the opportu-
nity to participate. Competitors in the qualifying
rounds are limited to twice the number of brand
new race-ready boats that are often supplied by
Hobie Cat for the event.
As a new Hobie owner, participation in local
fleet activities offers many opportunities to make
new friends and learn the art, skills and fun of
sailing. To find out how to contact a fleet in your
area send your name and address to the:
Hobie Class Association
PO. Box 1008
Oceanside, CA 92054
We'll let you know where your closest fleet is
located and how to get in touch with them. If there
isn't a fleet near you, we'll be happy to send you
information on how to start one so you can stili be
a part of all the fun and friendship of Hobie sailing.
HOBIE CARD™ INFORMATION
International Hobie Class Association fleet
activities are, in part, supported financially by the
“Hobie Card” MasterCard™, a not-for profit
affinity card. Hobie Cat Company, has made a long
term commitment to Hobie Cat sailing by estab-
lishing a special fund to directly benefit regattas,
fun events and class association programs for
Hobie sailors. Every dollar received by Hobie Cat
Company as its share of the funds generated from
the usage of the Hobie Card, less direct expenses,
are dedicated to organized activities that enhance
the Hobie Way of Life and Hobie sailing. None of
the proceeds from the card may be used for Hobie
Cat employee salaries, or to subsidize, or enhance
any other non-regatta-related company expenses,
or to directly enhance company profit. The Hobie
Card is the Hobie sailors card! The funds from the
card are administered by a board of governors
consisting of the Director of the Class Association,
the President of Hobie Cat Company, the elected
President of the United States Hobie Class Associ-
ation, a racing sailor from the Association and a
non-racing or, at least, a non-A fleet sailor of the
Class Association. Besides contributing to the fun
and success of Hobie sailing, the Hobie Card has
some outstanding benefits for Hobie sailors. The
card is a worldwide accepted MasterCard that
features a four-color photo of a Hobie Cat in action.
There is no annual fee for at least two years. The
interest rate is competitive with a choice of a fixed
or variable rate. Airline tickets purchased with
your Hobie Card automatically carry a FREE
$200,000 common carrier accident insurance
policy and National Car Rental will give discounts
on car rentals to Hobie Card users. You can get
cash advances at over 115,000 locations around the
world. Your co-applicant will get a second card at
no charge. The card also features a skip-payment
option to qualified cardholders during designated
months. Most importantly, the Hobie Card pro-
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