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***LOOKING TO BUY*** Any year, any model Hobie Power Skiff - with or without engine. Hey everybody, small boat journal had a full blown test on this boat in the mid eighties. New to the forum, in the process of rebuilding a 15' Hobie power skiff. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. The boats available here currently from this builder come with propulsion systems, available in gas and other fuel systems. This lightweight boat can boogie fast with its Yamaha 60 two stroke. Contact for more pictures. Hobie Power Skiff Boats for sale - SmartMarineGuide.com it's got faded paint, and old engine, and a pretty old trailer, but with a little work and a new engine, it could be a great boat. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Look for an original model made by Hobie. OLD Fishing Boats For Sale Classified Ads. I've heard mixed reviews on the quality of the Razor-made models; seems like construction quality is nowhere as consistent. Yes, I have been working on some cardboard designs for perspective, but would love to see some of yours! Has a 2002 mercury 75 two stroke that runs good and has never left me stranded. It is one of the cleanest Hobie's you'll find..The motor has been very reliable and easy to work on. they did not advise who purchased the molds or who might be building the boat next. Tucked away at the edge of the show area was this little red center console skiff. hey guys, I'm working on restoring my hobie skiff. I really want to go with a console that has an attached front seat so I can install a gas tank under it. I have 5 rodholders on mine and can't imagine jumping out of that enclosure each time a fish came tight to get the rod. Garmin chart plotter/fish finder with two new batteries. Expect a poling platform, front casting deck and livewell setup soon. I found this console, which would be cheaper than me buying Okoume plywood, epoxy resin, and building my own, however it looks like it could be a little on the small side.. 26. Real nice boats and he makes several others also. Hobie power skiff. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Today at 1:55 AM. Contact Seller New prop and newer controls. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 11 of 11 Posts . Community Software by Invision Power Services, Inc. On July 20, 2017 at 2:28 PM, Holokai said: Thoughts on the black hole striped bass special rods. Come join the discussion about engines, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, fishing, boating, poles, maintenance, and more! It's easy! BTW, I live in Navarre, so now you know another panhandle microskiff lover. hobie power skiff - The Hull Truth - Boating and Fishing Forum Question/Comments (optional) I believe they were made until the around 1990 or so. BD Outdoors began as a forum-based fishing community to connect saltwater anglers and provide a home to share the latest fishing reports and news . Started October 27, 2022, By You must log in or register to reply here. So here are a 13, 14 and 16 Hobie Power Skiff copy for those who can't find a real one and I think I would buy any one of them. I am in the Panhandle as well. in the thread says 648lbs..and the max HP rating is 60hp here and 75 in the earlier article ?? It has no softspots on hull. OLD CLOSED Classified Ads. Started by doyle007, January 31, 2006. . Asking 4800 each. It has all new controls and rigging and its original gelcoat. BD Outdoors began as a forum-based fishing community to connect saltwater anglers and provide a home to share the latest fishing reports and news. for 2350.00 and has many add ons. I also do not mean to take anything away from this great forum. Copyright StripersOnline, Inc. 1999-2023 Not sure if this might be a sign of negative things or if it's ok. The boat is in excellent condition and has been well taken care of and always covered when not in use. I am new as a registered user but visited often after purchasing a 1990 13 foot power skiff a few years ago. Real nice boats and he makes several others also. It has an updated center console professionally installed, fish finder/depth sounder, yeti cooler seat, two batteries, USB + 12 volt power, new 12 gallon low profile tank, rod holders, Danforth anchor, cup holders, and assorted cushions/life preservers and accessories. Thanks! Looking to put a jack plate on mine so I can run real shallow. DResc You have to step over a bench in order to sit down, and the console itself is more of a semi-circle than a square. 75 hp Mariner outboard, power tilt. No need to worry about me either, I'll find a way back on my own. Started Yesterday at 01:19 PM, By Started Friday at 03:58 PM. Question about how a hobie should sit in the water. Jasbutler@gmail.com . A forum community dedicated to Small Skiff owners and enthusiasts. Penn Fathom 15LD-2. Mike. Im concerned with cracking where i use fairing compound to fill the big chips and such as these boats have thin glass and they flex alot Did you buy this from the Latino dude in Hayward? BD Outdoors began as a forum-based fishing community to connect saltwater anglers and provide a home to share the latest fishing reports and news. Started Thursday at 01:54 PM, By i may ask the owner if he'd be willing to sell the boat. Community Software by Invision Power Services, Inc. new guy here with a questionI have searched the internet but not finding anything on what years the 15' Power Skiff was made from-to? Full Sunbrella. Jack of all trades master of none! Now if we can only get BAyliner to sell that mold to a decent company . Higher performance models now listed have motors up to 0 horsepower, while the most modest more functional models may have as low as 0 horsepower engines (although the average power size is 0 HP). Needs nothing.-Foam filled Hobie hull -25 hp 4 stroke Mercury, year 2006 on mo, 1985 15.5 foot. tem3cae97e487, Thoughts on the black hole striped bass special rods. And yes it does have a wacky seat/console. For those of you that know this hull, here is your chance to own a clean skiff with no defects. Ive got a calibogie. DResc A forum community dedicated to Small Skiff owners and enthusiasts. Dang! this will allow new owner to set it up where they want. Right now there is a 50HP Etech which can push it around 35 with my overweight body on board and it uses about a gallon per trip on average. 1985 Hobie Power skiff. each year, and it was stored each time. I actually drove by "my" boat this past weekend. I have seen some for sale and considered a purchase. Mine has the cooler seats as the above picture has which I replaced once so far. Frequently asked questions about Hobie Sailing or forums issues. Depth Finder . Photo 1 Or is that ok. And not sure what that outlet on the back is. 1988, 15 foot, Hobie Power Skiff center console. I think ill be skipping the gelcoat and using some Interlux Brightside. Hobie Power Skiff - Page 25 - Boating and Boat Fishing - SurfTalk Eventually I'll get some paint on her. I really like the look on these boats. the weight of 425lbs was for the base (standard model) with no center or side console, just a couple of bench seats. Sat Apr 08, 2023 9:26 pm. BD Outdoors began as a forum-based fishing community to connect saltwater anglers and provide a home to share the latest fishing reports and news. I suppose that it would be nice if you wanted to run 20 miles out, by yourself, carrying as little gear as possible, every week, While you're at it, maybe you can tow me out in my kayak and drop me off. Hobie Power Skiff - Page 26 - Boating and Boat Fishing - SurfTalk there are very few pictures of the hobie power skiffs out there. Hobie Power Skiff 15' with Etec 50?.. When I got it I thought it was pricy and asked a friend who had sold them a few years previously about them. I will post pictures when the shrink wrap comes off. Outboard has power trim and tilt and runs great with a stainless steel kelp cutter. Upgraded gas tank to 12 gal - comes with original Honda tank as spare. Thanks. Southern California Hobie Power Skiff Fisherman - $10K OBO Tfisher You need to register here in order to participate. If you cut the boat in pieces, th, Ive decided to sell my boat, a rare stock 1984 HPS in very good condition. $5,999. Readthrough some of these pages and you'll find a lot of good information on common issues and remedies for pre-owned boats; it was enough to convince me to get an older boat over a brand new one. It's easy! nice one man! Again, a real pretty boat. if anyone is interested in it, PM me, and i'll see if i can find his email address for you. Any comments or ideas would be appreciated Thanks! Visch, it sounds like your boat is a great boat. Minkota trolling motor with SpotLock with new battery. Please contact me at Eight-Five-Zero, 5-Two-9-Seven-4-Seven-3. Stripers Online Forums . Community Software by Invision Power Services, Inc. Wave afterwave I Disagree, The power skiff was shitty! Open Forum - Hobie Eclipse. I just put seadek on the bench for now, just need to find a cooler cushion with the same dims or marine upholstery guy that's not slammed right now, usually standing up so not too big of a deal. Front and Rear Anchor . Johnson 48SPL is a low time motor with original parts runs perfect. Thread starter Christianbrat; Start date Dec 21, 2019; Tags hobie hobie calibogie Toggle sidebar. Again, congrats on the new skiff! Nice buy witht the Hobie. 15' Hobie PowerSkiff Make Offer Location: Ocala, Fl 34476 Title: Clear title in hand for boat and registration for trailer Rare hull made from 100% composite and Kevlar. Boats are on trailers and ready to go. Started January 23, 2014, By Except for a mushy transom now, just about everything is foam cored and strong. G-, Seeing that the Hobie/Wagner/Razor molds are headed out to CA, I came across a couple of boat builders that are building skiffs that might be of interest. I live in Bradenton, FL part of the year. 1985 Hobie Power Skiff 15' CC Fisherman PROJECT - Bloodydecks Also, it has two flotation tanks at the back of the boat, on . Upgraded the seat (have the original teak seat frame), new 12-gallon fuel tank, new fuel line, new LED nav lights, New battery box and cooler hold down kit arrives today. It's easy! must be a different model.. an older one perhaps?? . Maybe once I'm finished working on the yard, doing some stuff to the house that my wife wants, etc., then I'll approach the owner. There are ways to mount a quick release, bow mount trolling motor on that boat. Wave afterwave And I also like the trend to smaller, fuel efficient motors on simple, rugged boats(well at least for some of us) G-. RAW I had a CC setup, poling platform, and a 90 on the business end. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The boat is in excellent condition and has been well taken care of and always covered when not in use. * Name -Matt. those Florida boats are all flats kitted out!! Hobie Power Skiff restomodpic heavy. | Bloodydecks 1 of 2 . bummer, for some reason the picture of the goofy console that shows the seat will not upload to any image hosting sites, and it's too big to host on SOL. This 1985 Hobie Power Skiff is in great condition. tem3cae97e487. check this one out. 2023 Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 with 360 Drive Technology. BD Outdoors began as a forum-based fishing community to connect saltwater anglers and provide a home to share the latest fishing reports and news. Started January 23, 2014, By I lost the registration for the trailer and have been using registration from a former trailer for last five years. By 2023 Hobie iTrek 9 Ultralight. JavaScript is disabled. Tfisher Today, BD has grown into the leading digital . great looking skiff -congrats on that one. I'm on the fence about the bow rail, I need to get out in some rough water to see how often it gets used, it's in great condition. Rear platform/seat is not attached to deck yet. Put some good juice on the back of that sucka', There was a great article about them in Sportfishing about 10 years ago. Is it possible to move this to the general posts? Hobie boats for sale on Boat Trader are available for a swath of prices, valued from $1,649 on the most reasonably-priced watercraft all the way up to $8,799 for the bigger-ticket boats. But will not remove or cut the bow rail to do so. needs some TLC. I may take you up on it later in the year. I have been working on developing a dedicated Hobie Skiff forum for all of us owners and enthusiasts. That stuff works miracles, and its only like $20 a cartridge. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Well, looks like the skiff is a little rougher than at first expected, at least I'll know it's right when she's done. Not a fan of that F1 style setup. Sign up for a new account in our community. The opening in the aft section of your console:I have the same on my Sea Ox and I had a cover made out of Marine Grade Vinyl with a SS snap fastenerin each corner. They are just like a tube of silicone that u use with a caulking gun, and it premixes at the nozzle. MrSpill New Member; Users; . The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Indeed, but not all that necessary in my fishery; not too many vast flats to go over. As much as I totaly "love" mine that step into console would be totaly unacceptable. I'm trying to upload a pic, but with little success. Have originalinvoice and all service receipts. Thanks for the kind words. Best practices for getting new crew up to speed. Please PM me if you have or know of one. Community Software by Invision Power Services, Inc. It has spent much of its life in a barn. Of the boats listed, Hobie offers familiar boat hull types and designs including trimaran. so must be a later model .. also the lenghth specs here are 15 feet vs. 15.2 feet and the draft is 8 vs. 7 inches?? I've got someone fabricating something special at the aluminum shop as well, more to come : Ohhhhh you better post pics of this!!!!!!! They can fish offshore, inshore, and launch in mild surf. Marcel_Karssies It sports a 25 horsepower Yamaha outboard and includes, dock lines and anchor. Started Friday at 03:58 PM. Because of this I just launched www.hobieskiff.com . Cant wait to see. Loves both. hey maybe Hobie is getting nostalgic and wanted to recreate a piece of their history again. I loved that skiff!!! Go ahead and pump a whole bunch of that stuff into the holes you drilled and then set a bunch of bricks on top, or anything heavy, and wait till it dries. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. It's still sitting there, ready to be worked on and then launched. The goal was to get on the water ASAP and have a capable inshore skiff for stripers, bluefish, and seabass and run around the river. http://2coolfishing.com/ttmbforum/showthread.php?t=2412962. BD Outdoors began as a forum-based fishing community to connect saltwater anglers and provide a home to share the latest fishing reports and news. I remember riding around on a friend's Hobie years ago. Hobie is how they came from the factory. Pull the cord to open the scuppers if you need to drain any water. you are correct. Photos OLD Fishing Boats For Sale Classified Ads. I love old center consoles. Seeing how this boat is very low to the water, I am trying to avoid buying or building a console that is too tall and looks goofy. Imagine boating to the middle of the Bay right before the sunset, or even better, taking a day off to go fishing with the boys in the back flats. It is a CCMK serial number made in California. Email for pics and more info. Started Thursday at 01:54 PM, By Fathoms, accurate valiant and Phenix jigging rods. As well from sifting through this thread.was there better years to look for on my quest to purchase one and can they be restored be removing deck off (if possible)wasnt sure being how they pressure sammich together? It's going to be a PITA orchestrating this while I'm away. Hobie boats for sale - Boat Trader I also have found a classic Aquasport 170 that looks prime for the picking. Hope to bend some plexiglass with a heat gun for the windshield! These boats are bulletproof, unsinkable, and solid as a rock. They can fish offshore, inshore, and launch in mild surf. A forum community dedicated to Small Skiff owners and enthusiasts. other than that, i think that it would be a great boat for the bay behind my house, or even just off the beach on nicer days. The boat is a stock model. The boat may take on a little water with the scuppers open at rest but it won't sink. Have been looking for that article for a long time. By See less See more Reply. anyway, here's another picture where you can see the console from the front. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Followers 23. Similar to a Boston Whaler with unsinkable foam filled, self-bailing hull. I have composites experience but for motorcycles with raw carbon and glass, so no knowledge of gelcoat Can i sand most of it away, fill with fairing compound, prime then paint? Long story how I got it but its here. Offered By: Nautical Ventures. Love the lil boat. Outboard has power trim and tilt and runs great with a stainless steel kelp cutter. That is probably the best way, unless you can figure out how to set up an alert on Craigslist to do the same thing. It seems the sit in console Power skiff is not preferred but I like its designhas anyone attempted to make a mold of one to reproduce? 83. 185. FRESHLY PAINTED w/ Trailer / 2007 Yamaha 60 w/ LOW hrs. Hobie Power Skiff restomodpic heavy. | Bloodydecks Please see my other auctions if interested. Request Information 29ft Radon - 15ft Hobie Power Skiff Jun 15, 2015 #40 kj6883 said: Hey Mark, time to bring it up to Shaver. Cal boogie has a center console only. For those interested I do have a poling platform that came off of a pathfinder 17t I will throw in. Prefacing all this by saying I am currently a student on the east coast, was limited financially, and by my knowledge with boat fabrication, not perfect and a few very obvious corners were cut, learned a lot and plan on going back and fixing my cut corners little by little when the time/money is there. If you could email me the photos, thatd be great. I"m the owner of a '90 Hobie power skiff located here on Cape Cod Ma. I have a cal boogie and a hobie power skiff. Fun little skiff. Someone told me someone has the molds and are building them again in Florida.anyone know about this? Photo 2 Save Share. There were 2 versions of the boat the small original one that had well-documented delam issues and the later, wider one, which I liked, for a power boat. Though this thread on SurfTalk is currently the best place to obtain information about the Hobie Skiff, it lacks the organization and features of a dedicated forum. Similar to a Boston Whaler with unsinkable foam filled, self-bailing hull. Given their classic, crowd-pleasing status as a popular, established boat brand, used Hobie boats in good condition often make practical candidates for boat repowering projects. Another Hobie Power Skiff | Dedicated To The Smallest Of Skiffs Great price for what the boat comes with on sale. Today, BD has grown into the leading digital media platform for all things saltwater fishing, bringing our large and passionate community the best and most authentic fishing information in the form of fishing reports, fishing gear reviews, fishing recipes, saltwater fishing articles, tackle tips and more from coast to coast. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. I purchased this 1986 fisherman powered by a 2003 Yamaha 50, Original owner, Sold their lake cabin, and 3 boats. Offshore Outerbanks Report- 4/17/23. Yeah i have been looking for a mostly stock one with all the bow and stern rails intact. Any ideas or pic's you all have would be appreciated! Anytime Trailer is in good condition and is more heavy duty then what this boat needs. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Classifieds Node. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. No trim. Fun little boat. Shop Safely: Protect Your Money. I hope they weren't sold shipped off over seas (no pun intended). it seems as if hobie sold the molds to one company (i forget the name), and then wagner boats out of FL started producing them recently under the wagner name. Loving it. Started Friday at 05:55 PM, By Subscribe here to get the latest updates news on all things fishing and hunting right to your inbox, Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. Boggy Creek Boats in Fernandino Beach, FL makes a V-14 and V-16 that look alot like the Hobie and he will custom build it.The 16 is rated for 75 hp but don't know about the 14. I looked real hard for one for a few months, then I realized that it was a really little boat and came to my senses. Time to pass on the dream.. 1986 Hobie Power Skiff 15. Overall these available boats have a medium-depth draft and narrow beam, features that make them favorable for watersports, overnight cruising and sailing. Wave afterwave HPS has a cult following and can handle chop ver, I am selling my Hobie Power Skiff with a 1995 Johnson 50HP (j50tleod). the one thing that i'm not crazy about is the seating area, since you have to step over the one small wall thing to stand or sit behind the wheel. 15' Hobie Power Skiff Tiller - RARE - SUPER CLEAN - VERY STRONG. Love your setup!! The boat is in excellent condition and has been well taken care of and always covered when not in use. Anyway, I've found a couple of more pictures of the Hobie Power Skiffs. Tfisher The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Looks like a solid start.You know what BOAT stands for right? Save. Lots of shallow bays, backwaters and rivers that are ideal for this boat. Can't wait to get her on the water! Hobie Power Skiff in California | Bloodydecks This is one of the most well made and capable small boats Ive ever owned. Hobie Power Skiff. . Hobie Power Skiff Owners - Facebook since Blazer had the hull/ stringer/ inner molds for the Hobie skiffs.Who has them now? Community Software by Invision Power Services, Inc. Has a 1990. Just don't leave them rolling round in the bilge while the boat is moored, as they tend to find their way back to the scuppers and will keep the rain from draining if not kept under control. The trailer is a 1995 EZ Loader model EZ 12-14. Today, BD has grown into the leading digital media platform for all things . He'll also be rebuilding the transom and he's looking into installing a below the deck poly fuel tank. DResc A minn kota with ipilot would probably be a better investment up here, but I'd replace the deck first Whats wrong with the existing front casting deck? Tank and batteries are in the console w/an aquaworld live well immediately forward. . Please stay tuned for updates. Last owner had her for 12 years and pretty much exclusively used her in fresh water, garage kept. He had all work done at a local marina and in good shape for its age. And yes, 18 gal. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA By Hi all, I recently inherited a 13' hobie power skiff from my grandfather. It has the cross bracing subframe that is s, 1985 15 Hobie Power Skiff for sale, excellent condition. 1; 2; Next. We've bought a larger cruising boat so it's time to pass The Blue Boat to the next owner. very nice!!! Get two tennis balls and tie paracord to them. Need to replace the scupper covers as they are old and hard, I don't think they will keep water out Any comments or ideas would be appreciated Thanks! Turns out it applies regardless of size. I was thinking of building a console with glass over wood process, however I have found some consoles that cost less than it would to build one.. You need to register here in order to participate. Great set-up. Hobie Power Skiff Apr 26, 2021 #8 quick update, only a couple of things left on the checklist for this season and she will be on the water this week. Started October 27, 2022, By I'm having a hard time trying to figure out what size would work best. I'd like to add a front electric motor and fish finder.Tunnels Beach Kauai Shark Attacks, Kalamazoo Breaking News Shooting, Stuttgart Arkansas Murders, Shearings Coach Driver Dies, Effects Of Urbanization On The Extended Family In Ghana, Articles H