Hobart "Hobie" Laidlaw Alter (October 31, 1933 – March 29, 2014) was an American surf and sailing entrepreneur and pioneer, creator of the Hobie Cat catamarans, and founder of the Hobie company. He created the Hobie 33 ultralight-displacement sailboat and a mass-produced radio-controlled glider, the Hobie Hawk.
Hobart "Hobie" Alter
Athlete
Notable For
American businessman
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Hobart "Hobie" Alter is born
Hobart "Hobie" Alter, American athlete, known for american businessman, was born on 1933-10-31.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hobart "Hobie" Alter born?
- Hobart "Hobie" Alter was born on 1933-10-31 (American).
- What is Hobart "Hobie" Alter known for?
- American businessman
- What historical events involved Hobart "Hobie" Alter?
- Hobart "Hobie" Alter was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Hobart "Hobie" Alter is born.
- When did Hobart "Hobie" Alter die?
- Hobart "Hobie" Alter died on 2014-01-01.