Very safe also. Available Soon. Here are some more pics of the rebuild with the completed transom and the fuel tank install. A forum community dedicated to Small Skiff owners and enthusiasts. I'm currently trying to decide on a console to drop in should I find one of the Sit in Model Skiffs. Again, a real pretty boat. Started Yesterday at 01:19 PM, By No lines to trip over as all wiring & hoses are run under a chanel that was glassed to the floor (looks like he cut a 3" PVC pipe in half the long way). These boats are bulletproof, unsinkable, and solid as a rock. JavaScript is disabled. Trolling Motor . In fact it slid off the trailer backing down a concrete ramp with the result of only a small leak around the drain plug which I drain a couple gallons every couple trips. Come join the discussion about engines, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, fishing, boating, poles, maintenance, and more Email me and I'll send you a couple of pics. This is one of the most well made and capable small boats Ive ever owned. Anybody remember the Hobie Power Skiff? 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 miss that boat. 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. RAW A hobie power skiff was made by the hobie people in the 1980's. As I understand it, it was designed as a 15' boat intended to be beach launched into the ocean- so the hull can absorb some pretty good chop, and the scuppers can let the water out the back about as fast as it comes in. I also do not mean to take anything away from this great forum. Oh and you were right Royce, the deck has some delamination going on all over the aft deck, I think I'm going to cut and resin a piece of plywood and overlay the area until I figure out if I love the boat enough to drop the coin on pulling the deck out and reglassing it (I know very little about doing the work so I'd have to pay, Stop!! With a little creativity this will make a fine flats boat as mine has. This group is for owners and admirers of Hobie Power Skiffs to share info, photos and stories. With the amount you save over a brand new model you can likely repower and have cash leftover for fuel or todo a little customization. Thanks! Engine: Yamaha 60 2 strokeHours: Approx. I am looking to purchase a 15' hobie power skiff sport or fisherman model (would prefer hull only but will consider all). The secret project well you'll just have to wait. Depth Finder . I"m the owner of a '90 Hobie power skiff located here on Cape Cod Ma. Best practices for getting new crew up to speed. 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. New prop and newer controls. Be sure: Get a boat history report|Finance this boat|Get an insurance quote|. Wave afterwave Thanks doyle007. I am new as a registered user but visited often after purchasing a 1990 13 foot power skiff a few years ago. Today, BD has grown into the leading digital . It i one of the cleanest Hobie's you'll find.The motor has been very reliable and easy to work on. 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? Sat Apr 08, 2023 9:26 pm. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Marcel_Karssies Started Friday at 03:58 PM. brushfly Community Software by Invision Power Services, Inc. . Sign up for a new account in our community. JavaScript is disabled. Discussions about Hobie Eclipse. there are several pictures of hobie power skiffs on trailer in this forum, most of the trailers are set up with two carpet covered wood bunks . A forum community dedicated to Small Skiff owners and enthusiasts. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. This is the original. Jasbutler@gmail.com . Last owner had her for 12 years and pretty much exclusively used her in fresh water, garage kept. Fun little boat. Again, congrats on the new skiff! The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Similar to a Boston Whaler with unsinkable foam filled, self-bailing hull. RAW Turns out it applies regardless of size. Tfisher 60 Horsepower Johnson Motor. 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.. Would potentially consider a whaler under 15' 1988 Hobie Power Skiff 15 ft Fisherman, 2012 60 hp Etec, Minn Kota power drive w/ipilot, Lowrance 12 triple shot, 2018 Wesco aluminum trailer, I am selling my Hobie Power Skiff with a 1995 Johnson 50HP (j50tleod). I'm having trouble PMing you, not sure if I am able to PM yet.. It has no softspots on hull. It helps keep out rain, spray, spilt coffee, etc. I got boinkeddamn..now to get it fixed. I live in Bradenton, FL part of the year. That stuff works miracles, and its only like $20 a cartridge. Upgraded gas tank to 12 gal - comes with original Honda tank as spare. 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. It has the cross bracing subframe that is s, 1985 15 Hobie Power Skiff for sale, excellent condition. I believe that the max HP is a 40, which will really move that boat along. 1988, 15 foot, Hobie Power Skiff center console. Community Software by Invision Power Services, Inc. Marcel_Karssies 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. must be a different model.. an older one perhaps?? Bid with confidence , this boat looks and performs great. I had one for a year when i was a teenager and it fell apart, a whaler I purchased to replace it, the original 13, is much better-. I purchased this 1986 fisherman powered by a 2003 Yamaha 50, Original owner, Sold their lake cabin, and 3 boats. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA Hope to get it on the water this weekend! Ifound this forum while researching a Hobie Power Skiff I purchased last month. These boats are bulletproof, unsinkable, and solid as a rock. 1; 2; . The boat is in excellent condition and has been well taken care of and always covered when not in use. 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. I didn't do the work, the previous owner did this in ~'95. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Again, a real pretty boat. I had a 1985 Hobie Power Skiff and never had an issue with it (bought it when it was over 25 years old). For those of you that know this hull, here is your chance to own a clean skiff with no defects. We've bought a larger cruising boat so it's time to pass The Blue Boat to the next owner. very nice!!! Hobie is popular for their Canoe/Kayak, Multi-Hull, Sail Catamarans, Cruisers and other among other classes and models. Started Thursday at 01:54 PM, By 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. Outboard has power trim and tilt and . . Not messed with at all. i remember seeing this boat for the first time in the early to mid 80s at the New York City Boat Show, and my little brother and i fell in love with it. Not sure if this might be a sign of negative things or if it's ok. I have been looking for one myself. You are using an out of date browser. That is probably the best way, unless you can figure out how to set up an alert on Craigslist to do the same thing. 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 . Overall these available boats have a medium-depth draft and narrow beam, features that make them favorable for watersports, overnight cruising and sailing. And think it's a great resource for these little boats! 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. It was too bad Wagner quit building the Hobie skiff down here as it is a great place to run the boats. 1985 Hobie Power Skiff 15' CC Fisherman 1985 Johnson VRO 60hp 2 stroke outboard - works great. FRESHLY PAINTED w/ Trailer / 2007 Yamaha 60 w/ LOW hrs. Wave afterwave Penn Fathom 15LD-2. It comes with a 2015 30-hp Honda outboard with only 105 hours on the clock. * Email (I have seen the one on here, I want to see what other options are out there and also seen the yellow hobie on craigslist thats a bit out of my price range). The cal boogie has a yamaha 90 2 stroke, Runs great. Have been looking for that article for a long time. 75 hp Mariner outboard, power tilt. I am in the Panhandle as well. Also, it has two flotation tanks at the back of the boat, on . Of the boats listed, Hobie offers familiar boat hull types and designs including trimaran. Save Share. Hi all, I recently inherited a 13' hobie power skiff from my grandfather. 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. New Polar Products center console w/ jumpseat, storage seat, new windshield/grabrail, new 12gallon gas tank under console, new battery & switch, new wiring, new motor control box, harness, cables, gauges, prop..new fuel/water separator, new Sea Dek on floor.new Lowrance FF..various gear included..2002 trailer with new lights, (3) new tires, new bearings, hubs. (704) 956-1145 And yes, 18 gal. Awesome Seaworthy skiff designed to be beach launched!! Or is that ok. And not sure what that outlet on the back is. Similar to a Boston Whaler with unsinkable foam filled, self-bailing hull. since Blazer had the hull/ stringer/ inner molds for the Hobie skiffs.Who has them now? you are correct. Hobie power skiff. And think it's a great resourcefor these little boats! Looking to buy a solid Hobie Powerskiff. With everyone's participation, the forum can grow into a great resource for us enthusiasts. The boats available here currently from this builder come with propulsion systems, available in gas and other fuel systems. have any of you ever owned or fished from one? the hp rating was 60hp on the earily models but changed to 75hp later. Stripers Online Forums . I've heard mixed reviews on the quality of the Razor-made models; seems like construction quality is nowhere as consistent. 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. i have a three-year-old daughter that wants to go fishing, and i need something that has a bit of depth in the cockpit. Anchor & chain, PFDs, Bimini top & fire extinguisher are also included. Sign up for a new account in our community. Cant wait to see. They can fish offshore, inshore, and launch in mild surf. 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. Run the paracord to the console. Great ride, rugged construction, super safe with the high rails. I ran one for 6 years. 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. No trim. 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. Hobie Power Skiff, 13', 1989 hull. I believe they were made until the around 1990 or so. I would really appreciate if you guys with the fishing setups or the custom consoles could post the dimensions of your console and a photo of the setup.. I have not visited in about a year, so I haven't read all of the recent posts, but thought I would share a nugget of info for other users - we discovered that the best way to effectively plug the large scupper holes (which we love) is to use lacrosse balls - they are hard but flexible rubber which will totally seal the scupper and stay in place, but can be easily removed. 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. I actually drove by "my" boat this past weekend. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA Manage Consent i may ask the owner if he'd be willing to sell the boat. Started Thursday at 01:54 PM, By Please PM me if you have or know of one. 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. I have it set, and receive an email every now and again about people selling these great boats. Today, BD has grown into the leading digital media platform for all things . 0. Can't wait to get her on the water! 1; 2; Next. A forum community dedicated to Small Skiff owners and enthusiasts. 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. Copyright StripersOnline, Inc. 1999-2023 thank you brother..i think I will be pulling the trigger on a new Razor power skiff sometime next year. Outboard has power trim and tilt and runs great with a stainless steel kelp cutter. Copyright StripersOnline, Inc. 1999-2023 And yes it does have a wacky seat/console. We've been using this boat for 25 years and she's still in good excellent condition. This is one of the most well made and capable small boats Ive ever owned. tank is going in under the deck ala cutrunner. 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. Thank you! Started Yesterday at 01:19 PM, By 1 of 2 . It is a great looking skiff, sheerline and all. 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? 15' Hobie Power Skiff Fisherman for sale. Original Power Skiff promo video from the 80's. Come join the discussion about engines, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, fishing, boating, poles, maintenance, and more!