Hobie SPORT CRUISER 21 User Manual

89. RUDDERS9.1 Identify the left and the right rudderassemblies.Red Dot = LEFTGreen Dot =RIGHT9.2 Insert one nylon bearing into the bottom ofeach hole

911. CENTERBOARDSThe centerboards are spring loaded forpositive locating at desired positions and toallow retraction if contacted from below.11.1 When

1012. DRAIN PLUGS12.1 Drain plugs are the most often forgottenitem during rigging, but among the mostimportant. Even championship sailors forget toput

11WARNING:It is extremely important that theturnbuckles are adjusted equally.Overtightening one side can cause abend in the mast. The diamond wireadju

1214. RAISING THE MASTCAUTION:BEFORE RAISING THE MAST,BE SURE THE AREA IS FREE OFOVERHEAD POWER LINES. SHOULDTHE MAST COME IN CONTACT WITH ANOVERHEAD

14.5 Attach the left shroud to the top hole ofthe left shroud adjuster with a 1/4" x 1/2" clevispin and lock ring. Secure the base of theshr

16. Shroud Extender Installation16.1. The clevis pin holding the shroud to theshroud adjuster must be removed andreplaced by the ball lock pin that is

18. Mast Stepper Pole Installation &InstructionsNOTE: Read all instructions prior to installingand using the mast stepper. Also watch thevideo f

1. Tie off to one of the padeyes on the pole sothat the ends of the lines are equal distancesfrom the pole.Tie off hook on each end of the bridle lin

20.1 Attach the main sheet system as shown.Tie off the traveler line end (B) with a figure-eight knot. (FIGURE 37)20.MAINSHEET ATTACHMENT20.2 Move and

WELCOME TO THEHOBIE WAY OF LIFECongratulations on the purchase of your new HOBIE 21 Sport Cruiser and welcome to the HOBIE® sailing family. The beaut

22. JIB SAIL22.1 CAUTION: Before attempting to raise thesails, the boat must be pointed into thewind.22.2 Attach the shackle on the end of the jibhaly

22.5 Untie and store the jib halyard line.Connect the jib tensioner line to the block onthe end of the jib halyard wire. Thread thetensioner down and

Note: Final batten tension will vary with thewind conditions and personal taste in sailshape. Do not overtension the battens.23.5 After the battens ha

25. HULL STORAGE HATCHESIt is very important to fully secure the hatcheswhen sailing. The compartments are sealedwith bulkheads to prevent flooding th

cabin to accept the sticky back more permantly.To waterproof the tent... a tent seam spray must be used and the luff grove of the mast must beblocked

TOPPING LIFTThe topping lift is only attached when furlingthe sail. It must be removed from the boomend when sailing. It may be hooked to thetang pr

29. TRAILERINGWhen trailering the 21, follow all instructionsincluded with your trailer and obey all therelevant state laws concerning trailering boat

water to remove salt, grime, or other foreignmaterial. This will help prevent metal partsfrom corroding.When not using your boat, keep the trampolinea

SHEETING SYSTEMInstall as shown in Fig. 51. Tang fittingsare bolted with outboard rear cross barbolts. Hang Ratchet blocks on tangs. Hookbungee towing

27SAILING BASICSSafe and sane guideline for the beginner; and an easy reviewfor the experienced. Always wear a life jacket when boating.BALANCING THE

1This assembly manual takes you step-by-step through the setting-up andsailing of your new HOBIE 21 SC. This manual will help you understandeach part

28TURNINGTo tack or turn the boat into and across the wind to theopposite direction (also known as "coming about"), follow thepoints of sai

edge of the blade and draw apencil line along that length.Measure the distance from thepencil line to the most forwardspot 12" down the blade fro

306) Hobie Cat rudder bladesare preset to break awayfrom the locked downposition at 17-26 pounds bytesting with a line around therudder blade seven in

CAUTION / SAFETY TIPS•Watch for overhead power lines. Never rig,trailer or sail the boat near overhead power lines.Contact with a power line could b

I. FRAMING YOUR BOAT. l.l USING THE CARDBOARD CRADLESFROM THE SHIPPING BOX, PLACE HULLSPARALLEL TO ONE ANOTHER SO THATPHANTOM LINES 1 AND 2 ARE OF

3-CAUTION- If BOLTS FEEL LIKE YOUR FORCING THEMTO THREAD, BACK THEM OUT AND CHASETAPPED HOLES WITH A 3/8" -16 TAP.FORCING THREADING WILL DAMAGE T

43. LACING YOUR TRAMPOLINELINE STARTS AT GROMMETIN TRAMP W/ A BOWLINEKNOT.3.1 Before lacing, slide the tramp into the tracks in both of the hulls. Be

54. BOW SPREADER INSTALLATIONInstall the bow spreader bar assembly with the open slot towards the aft ofthe boat using the four round head bolts provi

68. WINGS8.1 Identify the left and right wing assemblies.Red Dot = LEFTGreen Dot = RIGHT8.2 Mark the legs with tape as shown. Thesepoints indicate ful

78.4 Lace the wing tramp as shown. (FIGURE 10)8.6 Before sailing, secure the wing legs on thehull with a short piece of line. (FIGURE 12)NOTE: INSTALL