1978 Hobie 18 with SX Wings FOR SALE

1978 Hobie 18 catamaran sailboat #928 with hard to find SX wings. In good shape. Absolute Vodka #5 sails (main + jib) included. Trailer included. Located in Minnesota.

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/boa/5615320871.html

For it's age, that's a good looking boat!

How does it compare to the 21SE? I've always wondered about how the miracle 20 and 21SE and SC sailed. Too difficult to get replacement parts, I imagine, for me to consider actually owning one, tempting though it may be.

What's the story behind that "polished" masthead? Was it modified/repaired at one point? Or was the black anodization polished off?

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Mike

'79 H18 standard 'Rocketman II' sail #14921 RIP
'78 H18 (unnamed) sail #14921
'08 H16 sail #114312
'97 H21SC sail #238

Thanks!

Compared to the H21SE, it's a great boat. The SX (Formula) wings are fantastic and very rare for these boats. All repairs have been done, including some delamination repair.

The masthead was polished aluminum. No story other than some time polishing... No damage or repair to the mast.