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Gerry McMahon
 Post subject: Hobie 16 Jib Battens
PostPosted: Tue Jun 05, 2007 9:16 am 
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Hi All
Can anyone suggest an alternative matierial other than the stosk hobie ones to use as Jib Battens for my hobie 16
Thanks Gerry 8)
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subiehobie
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PostPosted: Wed Jun 06, 2007 4:50 am 
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Hobie sells alternative jib battens that a super thin and flexible fiberglass. I have no experience with them, but hear they are nice. They are not class legal either. Check the catalogue, they are in there.
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bannanahead
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PostPosted: Thu Jun 07, 2007 10:28 am 
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Look in the classified section in the Hobiecat main index, John Mills has some for sale under "need to make room". You also might check out ebay, or talk to other sailors in your area. Also check out some of the "used sails" companies on the internet. Where are you located?, someone on the forum may have some close to you.
I would suggest trying to find some used ones, but if you want new ones check the Hobie catalogue.
J. G.
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Speedawg
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PostPosted: Thu Jun 07, 2007 11:36 am 
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I use the Super Battens listed in the Hobie Catalog. They are great, never hang up on the mast and give the jib good shape in light air. I highly recommend them.
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Karl Brogger
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PostPosted: Thu Jun 07, 2007 11:51 am 
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Rivet a cheek block on the side of your mast to get the jib halyward out of the way. Works well, doesn't mess with the performance.
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