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Author:  Capt. Stu [ Sat Nov 12, 2011 3:20 pm ]
Post subject:  Hobie Home Remedies
Recently I bought some used Blocks from a guy and they were a bit sticky. I soaked them 3 days in a bowl with Hot water and about ½ cup of dish soap now they are free as a bird. This got me thinking though what other home remedies are there for Hobies and their up keep. I know that the bar keepers friend works great on tramps but there has to be other budget minded out of the box thinkers out there like myself. I look forward to the stories of what works and what was a disaster.
Author:  FlyNavy [ Fri Nov 18, 2011 12:46 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
Old fashoned wax candle rubbed on the mainsail bolt rope makes life a lot easier and cheaper than teflon spray.
Author:  Tom Machette [ Sat Nov 19, 2011 8:06 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
Dish washing soap works well as a main traveler lubricant.
You can put your main sheet and jib sheet in a bucket(or sink/bathtub) of water and liquid fabric softener to loosen them up so they aren't so stiff.
Author:  jackB [ Mon Nov 21, 2011 8:24 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
Any remedies for winter Hobie withdrawal?
:cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:
Author:  Little Wing [ Tue Nov 22, 2011 10:04 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
Find someone with an ice boat, and give it go.
Author:  jkkartz [ Tue Nov 22, 2011 3:09 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
jackB wrote:
Any remedies for winter Hobie withdrawal?
:cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:


It is an easy cure!


http://www.charlotteharborregatta.com/wordpress/

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I've already loaned out my Laser for the race, so I am offering up my Hobie 16 for the regatta.

It is a 1984 with a tight tramp. old Super Rudders and recent sails (108136).

Cure your Winter Blues!
Author:  dbevisjr [ Mon Nov 28, 2011 12:32 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
jackB wrote:
Any remedies for winter Hobie withdrawal?
:cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:



Move to Florida.
Author:  jackB [ Tue Nov 29, 2011 7:06 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies -- Florida
Quote:
Move to Florida.


Tempting...
But ever since moving to Canada, I got addicted to the Canadian universal heath care. Then, got a slight allergy to guns... :wink:

OK, I may visit, one day.

Anyhow, here in BC, we've just got a good dump of snow, so I think I'll go skiing :idea:. See if this helps. :)

Cheers
Author:  ASDASC [ Sat Dec 03, 2011 2:00 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
I like the iceboat idea!!
Author:  pyroboy08 [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 4:22 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
Capt. Stu wrote:
Recently I bought some used Blocks from a guy and they were a bit sticky. I soaked them 3 days in a bowl with Hot water and about ½ cup of dish soap now they are free as a bird. This got me thinking though what other home remedies are there for Hobies and their up keep. I know that the bar keepers friend works great on tramps but there has to be other budget minded out of the box thinkers out there like myself. I look forward to the stories of what works and what was a disaster.


To free up my block I used an air compressor. I sprayed whatever various lubes I had into the gaps then used the air to deliver it all the way into the bearings. This will also dislodge dirt from it, and free up a severely stuck block. It went from being almost completely stuck to just one spot in the revolution where it would stick a little. I'll try your trick and see if I can get my block to full working condition.
Author:  Wingnutt [ Sat Jan 07, 2012 7:08 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
jackB wrote:
Any remedies for winter Hobie withdrawal?
:cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:


A dry suit.
Author:  Karl Brogger [ Sun Jan 08, 2012 8:21 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies -- Florida
jackB wrote:
Quote:
Move to Florida.


Tempting...
But ever since moving to Canada, I got addicted to the Canadian universal heath care. Then, got a slight allergy to guns... :wink:


huh. I can't imagine dealing with second rate medical facilities not in my backyard, or not carrying a .45acp everywhere. :wink:
Author:  jackB [ Mon Jan 09, 2012 7:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Hobie Home Remedies
Wingnutt wrote:
jackB wrote:
Any remedies for winter Hobie withdrawal?
:cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:


A dry suit.


I would also need an axe to make my way through the ice. Ice..., you know, that stuff the comes from some refrigerators, you use to make your drinks nice and cool. Here in Canada it occurs naturally in winter.
:)
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