HOBIE TRIFOILER
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 22 ft |
| Beam | 19 ft |
| Draft | 2.33 ft/ 0.42 ft min |
| Displacement | 320 lb |
About the HOBIE TRIFOILER
One of the earliest (if not THE earliest) production 'foilers'. Developed by Greg Ketterman and later sold by Hobie Cat. Trimaran with foils. Tandem 'windsurfer' type sails. Originally the KETTERMAN TRIFOILER (1992) from TriFoiler Inc..
The Hobie Trifoiler is a high-performance multihull designed by Greg Ketterman and built by TriFoiler Inc./Hobie Cat between 1994 and 1999. With a total production of 180 hulls, this 22.0 ft LOA vessel represents a specialized niche in the recreational sailing market.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced sailors seeking high-performance day sailing and racing on protected coastal waters, given its extreme light displacement of 320.0 lb and high SA/D ratio of 73.61.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 11.12 and a displacement of 320.0 lb, this boat is not suitable for offshore or bluewater cruising and is strictly intended for inshore and coastal use.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other high-performance catamarans from the mid-1990s such as the Hobie 16 or Nacra 17, though the Trifoiler is distinct due to its unique three-hull configuration and significantly higher sail area-to-displacement ratio.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
5 listings · boat years 1983–2000 · median $8,000
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 22ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
1 reported issues across 1 systems for the HOBIE TRIFOILER, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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