The Hobie 33 is a distinct departure from the fiberglass multihulls that defined the Hobie Cat brand. Introduced in 1982, this ultra-light displacement boat (ULDB) monohull was Hobie Alter’s answer to a specific sailing niche: a high-performance racing machine that could be legally trailered behind a standard vehicle without wide-load permits. To achieve this, the design featured a narrow 8-foot beam and a retractable "lift keel," allowing the boat to sit low on a trailer. Approximately 187 units were produced between 1982 and 1985, cementing its reputation as a "pencil boat" that prioritized speed and surfability over interior volume.
Used Hobie 33 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Hobie
- Model
- 33
- Builder
- Hobie Cat
- Designer
- Hobie Alter & Phil Edwards
- Number Built
- 187
- Production Year(s)
- 1982 - 1987
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