The Hobie Trifoiler represents one of the most radical departures from conventional sailing ever produced for the consumer market. Designed by Greg Ketterman and inspired by his world-record-breaking Longshot—which set a speed record of 43.55 knots in 1993—the Trifoiler was manufactured by the Hobie Cat Company during the 1990s. This twin-masted, hydrofoiling trimaran was designed with a singular focus: speed. Unlike traditional catamarans that rely on hull buoyancy and weight-shifting to remain upright, the Trifoiler utilizes a sophisticated mechanical sensor system to manage lift and stability, effectively functioning more like a low-flying aircraft than a standard sailboat.
Hobie Trifoiler Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Hobie
- Model
- Trifoiler
- Builder
- Hobie Cat
- Designer
- Greg Ketterman
- Number Built
- 180
- Production Year(s)
- 1994 - 1999
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $12,500 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance 28 | 28.71' | $205,914 | 22 | 8 |
| Hobie Cat 16 | 16.58' | $4,000 | 21 | 4 |
| Corsair 27 | 27' | $37,500 | 21 | 7 |
| Hudson 66 | 65.94' | $3,899,000 | 17 | 8 |
| Dragonfly 35 | 35.04' | $287,521 | 16 | 7 |
| Corsair 31/F-31 | 30.83' | $85,000 | 15 | 2 |
| Seacart 30 | 30.02' | $200,385 | 8 | 4 |
| Dragonfly 25 | 25.25' | $115,891 | 6 | 1 |
| Phoenix Elite | 18.11' | $34,461 | 6 | 1 |
| Hobie 33 | 33' | $18,000 | 3 | 1 |
| Hobie Trifoiler | $12,500 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $12,500 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Hobie Trifoiler cost?
- The median asking price for a used Hobie Trifoiler over the past 12 months is $12,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Hobie Trifoiler sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Hobie Trifoiler listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Hobie Trifoiler?
- Comparable models include the Performance 28, Hobie Cat 16, Corsair 27. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.