How to Lower Rudders on a Hobie 16

The Hobie 16 is a well-known catamaran sailboat used for personal sailing. It is designed specifically for easy use. The dual hulls of the sailboat are specially designed for easy landing on beach surfaces. Learning how to properly operate the boat before use is an essential step in the sailing process. Adjusting and lowering the rudders will enable you to properly and safely steer and store the boat.

Instructions

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      Unlock the rudders. When the Hobie 16 is launched, the rudders should be locked in the upright position. Unlock the rudders by firmly lifting up on the tiller until you hear a click. This indicates that the rudders are in the "unlocked" position. Do not fully lift the tiller yet, as the rudders will begin to lower.

    • 2

      Align the rudders. Before you lower the rudders on the Hobie 16, first be sure that the rudders are aligned. Move the tiller horizontally to adjust the angle of the rudders so that they are running perpendicular to the boat.

    • 3

      Lower the rudders. Pull the tiller completely up so that the rudders lower into the water. When you have completely lowered the rudders, you will hear a "click" that signals that the rudders are fully lowered into place.