Hobie 405

   Somewhat
 late in the day but better late than never.  The Hobie 405 was designed
 as the RYA Intermediate Youth Training dinghy so probably not suitable 
for those who are adult and lardy.  It's more challenging than a Feva or
 Topaz, and the like but more manageable tham a 29-er.   The Laser / Vander Craft  3000 mentioned above is essentially designed for adults, not juniors.  Second hand examples are also considerably more expensive so not comparable IMO.   My son is 13 and an ex-Tera sailor and had no issues getting to grips with the 405. 
Below is a new online resource for junior sailors interested in finding out 
about the HOBIE 405, a performance dinghy that was (and is) much ahead of its 
time in many respects.  The Hobie 405 was designed from the ground up as
 the RYA intermediate youth training dinghy, not a leisure boat with 
go-faster add-ons.  With great build quality, an asymmetric, single wire and PY of 1089 it  ticks a lot of teenage boxes
and still offers a manageable and very affordable entry into real asymmetric
 sailing for younger sailors.  With competitive 2nd hand examples often around the £500.00 mark with combi, what's not to like?
 https://www.facebook.com/groups/309480016377777/

Edited by The Big Wednesday - 09 Mar 19 at 8:05am

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The Big Wednesday Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 21 Feb 19 Online Status: Offline Posts: 8	Post Options Post Reply Quote The Big Wednesday Report Post Quote Reply Topic: Hobie 405 Posted: 21 Feb 19 at 3:35pm
	Somewhat late in the day but better late than never. The Hobie 405 was designed as the RYA Intermediate Youth Training dinghy so probably not suitable for those who are adult and lardy. It's more challenging than a Feva or Topaz, and the like but more manageable tham a 29-er. The Laser / Vander Craft 3000 mentioned above is essentially designed for adults, not juniors. Second hand examples are also considerably more expensive so not comparable IMO. My son is 13 and an ex-Tera sailor and had no issues getting to grips with the 405. Below is a new online resource for junior sailors interested in finding out about the HOBIE 405, a performance dinghy that was (and is) much ahead of its time in many respects. The Hobie 405 was designed from the ground up as the RYA intermediate youth training dinghy, not a leisure boat with go-faster add-ons. With great build quality, an asymmetric, single wire and PY of 1089 it ticks a lot of teenage boxes and still offers a manageable and very affordable entry into real asymmetric sailing for younger sailors. With competitive 2nd hand examples often around the £500.00 mark with combi, what's not to like? https://www.facebook.com/groups/309480016377777/ Edited by The Big Wednesday - 09 Mar 19 at 8:05am

Fraggle Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Far too distracted from work Joined: 28 Feb 07 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 220	Post Options Post Reply Quote Fraggle Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 17 Sep 08 at 10:30am
	I sailed a 405 for a couple of years in my youth. Lovely boat, and had a really good youth scene back then. I think they are still going well in the midlands but don't see very many of them down south (have seen one sailing on Southampton Water) They seem to last for ages too with a little tlc. I used to sail number 98 and when I have been back to my old club its still sailed now over 10 years on.

no limits Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Groupie Joined: 09 Feb 08 Online Status: Offline Posts: 88	Post Options Post Reply Quote no limits Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 16 Sep 08 at 4:11pm
	tht sounds like a realy gud plan although you may have to spend a little more money on the boat it wll easliy re sell for slightly less or equal to what you paid for it :):)

Ross Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Really should get out more Joined: 02 May 07 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1163	Post Options Post Reply Quote Ross Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 16 Sep 08 at 2:41pm
	I would go for a 3000 over a 405. It's quicker in all conditions but no harder to sail IMO. I hear about the 3K a lot more than 405's so I would guess that there are more 3K events.
	Ross If you can't carry it, don't sail it!

no limits Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Groupie Joined: 09 Feb 08 Online Status: Offline Posts: 88	Post Options Post Reply Quote no limits Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 16 Sep 08 at 12:54pm
	i looked into getting one as a second boat but am worried about the length of time it may take to be re sold. but must be a fab boat starting at £500 if it going to be for more than 1 seson then definetly go for it:):)

ifoxwell Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Really should get out more Joined: 05 Jan 06 Location: Hoo Online Status: Offline Posts: 669	Post Options Post Reply Quote ifoxwell Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 16 Sep 08 at 10:20am
	I agree. When you look at the other comparable boats they are excellent value for money. Some will tell you, and rightly so, that its quite under canvassed but then that also helps build confidence. We didn’t have one for long but actually really enjoyed it. They sail well enough although the deck layout is showing its age and things get in the way a little bit but no major problems. And when the breeze is up is a real hoot. One of those boats that feels much faster than it is and so can be tremendous fun. I'd say just get one and try it, as long as your selective on what you buy, you'll get your money back easily enough. Ian

tmoore Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Visit Member's Homepage Really should get out more Joined: 01 Nov 07 Location: Wales Online Status: Offline Posts: 880	Post Options Post Reply Quote tmoore Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 15 Sep 08 at 7:04pm
	i sailed a 405 at 14 and absolutely loved it. compared to other things it seemed fast. it is also a great learner boat for advancing on to the 29er (if she wants to get into squads etc) they can be picked up really cheaply but best bet is to let her try one and see what she thinks of it.
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ajbr Send Private Message Find Member's Posts Newbie Joined: 14 Sep 08 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1	Post Options Post Reply Quote ajbr Report Post Quote Reply Posted: 15 Sep 08 at 6:38pm
	Hi considering buying a hobie 405 for my 14 yr old daughter. Seem pretty good value for money. she sails a single hander but would like to get into d/hander sailing. mainly saling on smaller inland ponds. Are they any good? comments appreciated. Can't go too big because of pond restrictions. Any advice appreciated