Hobie Miracle 20 Buyer's Guide
The Hobie Miracle 20 is a 19-foot-6-inch racing catamaran designed by Jack Groeneveld and built by Hobie Cat from 1991 until June 2007. On the used market it presents as a light, athletic two-person racer rather than a cruiser, and a buyer should approach it as a one-design speed machine needing a competent crew.
Layouts on the Used Market
Because the Miracle 20 is a pure day racer, there is no cabin or overnight layout to choose between. The 8-foot-6-inch beam spans two foam-sandwich hulls with a double trapeze and a central netted trampoline area for crew movement. Draft with the rudders up is just 7 inches, so most survivors will have the kick-up rudders and dagger boards that make beach launching straightforward. Expect white hulls with colored graphics as the common factory face, though some owners specified colored hulls.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
The boat's consequence-rich equipment centers on its rig and sail handling. Standard Harken blocks and the double trapeze define the racing setup, while the Comptip mast was fitted for safety and high-wind work. For downwind pace, an optional spinnaker rig appears on some boats, and a roller furling jib was a factory option for easier handling. Beyond those, owners may have added Hobie Cat sail colors, but the core buying question is whether the Mylar main and tri-radial Dacron jib are original or replaced.
What to Inspect
A survey should confirm the foam-sandwich hulls are sound and the dagger boards are straight and unbroken efficient, hydrodynamic hulls. Check the Comptip mast for UV or impact damage and verify the kick-up rudder pivots move freely. Inspect the Mylar main and Dacron jib for delamination or stretch, and confirm the Harken blocks run clean.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
Used Hobie Miracle 20 cats are found in Switzerland and the United States. For a shopper, the takeaway is simple:
- Verify the boat is a true Miracle 20 with Groeneveld pedigree and June 2007 end of build
- Confirm full racing kit: double trapeze, Comptip mast, Harken blocks, furling jib
- Check optional spinnaker or roller furler if downwind or short-handed sailing matters
- Inspect hulls, dagger boards, and rudder kick-up mechanism for damage before purchase
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Hobie Miracle 20. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 3 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25 | 1 | $10,324 | — |
| Jan 26 | 1 | $615 | -94.0% |
| Jun 26 | 1 | $4,000 | +550.4% |
Where they're listed
Hobie Miracle 20 listings appear across 2 countries. Switzerland has the most listings with 2 (66.7%), followed by United States.
Country view
3 listings · 2 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $5,469 | 2 | 0 | 66.7% |
| United States | $4,000 | 1 | 1 | 33.3% |
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2 similar designs| Model | LOA | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corsair F-24 Mk II | 24.17' | $ 26,750 | 21 | 5 |
| Hobie Miracle 20You are here | — | $ 4,000 | 3 | 1 |