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How to fly the hull, a Hobie 16 tutorial

This is the one that will change everything. If you are a catamaran sailor who hasn't yet experiment with lifting the hull it's a great way to improve your control of the boat as well as being great fun and looking cool! This technique is the same if you'r...

Aug 21, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:29

HOBIE 16 capsize righting SOLO is it possible?

Due to popular demand i've been out to see how much wind it takes to right the Hobie 16 with 85kg of crew weight. If it is windy enough (20 knots +) then it is definitely possible. Otherwise you either need outside assistance or some kind of device such a...

Aug 14, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:15:51

HOBIE 16 rig tuning

Here we're looking at what we can do with the 16 to make it feel more balanced. Troubleshooting Rudders to heavy = mast too far back (or rudders need servicing) Too easy to sheet in ‘block to block’ = mast too far back (or pull traveller in) Nev...

Aug 13, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:44

Catamaran mast set up 3 – rig tension

Please note - this is not for HOBIE 16 (video coming soon) Part 1 - Pre Bend Part 2 - Mast Rake Part 3 - Rig Tension We're looking at how much rig tension you should be putting on your boat. Ways to support the channel - https://www.patreon.com/joseph...

Aug 09, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:51

Catamaran mast set up 1 – prebend, diamond wires and spreaders

Part 1 - Pre Bend Part 2 - Mast Rake Part 3 - Rig Tension We're looking at how you should be bending your mast depending on your crew weight. Here are some numbers: Spreader Rake/deflection Crew weight Rake Light under140 65mm Med 140 - 16...

Aug 08, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:56

Single handed mast raising with the Mast Hinge

The mast hinge available from Hobie is great for some extra security when putting your mast up or down. This part is made for 16s later than 2001 but there are instructions for modifying your mast base of earlier boats. As well as facilitating the single h...

Aug 02, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:05:24

LEARN TO SAIL A CAT: points of sail, sheet and traveller settings

This should be useful for anyone who needs a better understanding of how to sail. We'll look at: points of sail mainsheet position traveller position how to use telltales downwind sailing angles (no spinnaker) The Hobie 16 revolutionized multihull sail...

Jul 28, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:08:58

Which GoPro Where? – on the boat

Here's a very quick look at which GoPro I chose to put in which position. #joyridertv #catsailing https://www.amazon.com/shop/josephbennett #catsailing #joyridertv

Jul 27, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:00:41

Hobie 16 single handed tutorial Multi cam with onboard commentary

Here we're looking at ways of managing your sailing experience when single hands on a double handed Cat. All of the techniques here could be used when sailing double handed. This tutorial gives you a look at basic boat set-up, crew positioning and how bes...

Jul 25, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:25:02

F18 Crew Positions Upwind Catamaran Tutorial

Here we're looking at where to be on the boat while going upwind. Ways to support the channel - https://www.patreon.com/joseph_bennett Online Store for t-shirts and hoodies - https://totaljoyrider.com If you need any biking or general outdoor clothi...

Jul 19, 2018
Language: EN
Play Time: 00:03:10

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