[quote=DaveW70]As others have said, I would recommend that you find someone who is knowledgeable about Hobie Cats, 16s in particular, and have them take a look at it with you. The two of you can rig it and see what if anything is missing. For me, a missing shroud or block would not usually be a deal killer. However, I recommend you do not buy the boat if it has soft spots (delamination) on the hulls. Delamination is a structural issue. And, while it is often correctible, it is usually the beginning of the end for the boat. You will have enough to do learning how to rig and sail your boat without having to deal with major repairs before you can even sail it. As they say, "if it looks too good to be true, it probably is."
My first boat was a Hobie 16 and I have been in love with cats ever since. Nothing else compares. There are lots of used Hobie and Prindle 16s out there that would be good first boats. So if this one doesn't work out just keep looking.
Good luck.[/quote]
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