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Hunter 18.5

Hunter 18.5 is a 18 ′ 4 ″ / 5.6 m monohull sailboat designed by Hunter Design Team and built by Hunter Marine between 1987 and 1993.

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Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

  • SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
  • D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
  • LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
  • LOA: Length overall in feet
  • Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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Marlow Hunter 18

Sailboat specifications.

  • Last update: 25th March 2020

Marlow Hunter 18's main features

Marlow hunter 18's main dimensions, marlow hunter 18's rig and sails, marlow hunter 18's performances, marlow hunter 18's auxiliary engine, marlow hunter 18's accommodations and layout.

Marlow Hunter 18  Picture extracted from the commercial documentation © Marlow Hunter

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Hunter 18.5

Simple, fun and forgiving—perfect for the sailing family.

We’re all romantics. Some of us have it worse than others, of course—those with the proverbial wandering eye—and our backyards are a visual testament to both our passion and our lack of impulse control. We’ve got a small marina’s worth of vessels in various states of repair—the sprit-rigged dinghy, the leaky catboat, and the sweet little double-ender that just needs some cosmetic work—in truth we own more boats than we could restore in three lifetimes. Despite what we tell ourselves (and our spouses), not all boat purchases are especially rational decisions.

But the same thing that seems to draw us to certain boats blinds us to others that might, arguably, be a better fit. Some of the more common production fiberglass trailersailers are good examples. Staring at them probably won’t make your heart sing— no portlights, no sweeping sheer line, and not much wood—just angular windows, predictable lines, and lots of white fiberglass. But over the years we’ve found that many of these popular factory boats—which typically aren’t great in any one category but are pretty good in most—deserve more consideration. The Hunter 18.5 is one we felt warranted a closer look.

18 ft hunter sailboat

The buxom little 18.5 was produced from 1987 to 1993 (a quite different water-ballasted Hunter 19 superseded the 18.5 and was built from 1993 to 1996). The 18.5 featured a modern-looking cockpit and a cabin with as many as four berths. The sliding cabin hatch could be slid forward and hinged up, potentially offering something akin to standing headroom below, and the optional “Weekender Package” included a galley with ice chest, stove, and bucket sink. There was also a portable head located beneath the aft end of the V-berth—everything a small family might need for cruising.

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18 ft hunter sailboat

We seem to live in a sailing world where the emphasis is on the extreme. I'm not complaining. I love to watch the videos of those AC45 cats screaming across the bay. High-powered sprit boats rule the monohull one-design classes, providing planing speeds and exciting upwind rides dependent upon a skilled crew and skipper. The boat that is neglected today is the good old "utility" daysailer, designed for a fun afternoon where no one will wind up going swimming.

18 ft hunter sailboat

LOA 18'4"; LWL 16'6"; Beam 7'2"; Draft 6" (board up), 4'4" (board down); Weight 836 lbs.; Sail area 170 sq. ft.; SA/D 30.65; D/L 83.08; L/B 2.56.

Hunter Marine Route 441, PO Box 1030, Alachua, FL 32615 (800) 771-5556 www.huntermarine.com

Our Best Estimate of the sail-away price o.b.e. $8,900

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New hunter sailboats for sale come in a range of sizes for any sailor to enjoy. New Hunter sailboats are designed for stability and conformable performance. New designed Hunter’s have well-thought deck layout making it simple to sail shorthanded. 

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With Hunter sailboats being as popular as they are, shoppers will often find Hunter sailboats for sale by dealers. Hunters are design to be enjoyed by a wide range of sailing skill sets. From weekend cruising to Wednesday night racing, a dealer can help you find the right Hunter sailboat for sale with the feature you need. With Hunters sailboat long history of sailboat manufacturing in North America there have been many different designs throughout the years. A dealer can help you navigate  sailboats with complicated systems.

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10 Best Small Sailboats (Under 20 Feet)

Best Small Sailboats Under 20 Feet | Life of Sailing

Compact, easy to trailer, simple to rig, easy to maintain and manage, and affordable, the best small boats all have one thing in common: they offer loads of fun while out there on the water.

So whether you're on a budget or just looking for something that can offer ultimate daytime rides without compromising on safety, aesthetic sensibilities, alternate propulsion, and speed, the best small sailboats under 20 feet should be the only way to go.

Let's be brutally honest here; not everyone needs a 30-foot sailboat to go sailing. They come with lots of features such as electronics, entertainment, refrigeration, bunks, a galley, and even a head. But do you really need all these features to go sailing? We don't think so.

All you need to go sailing is a hull, a mast, rudder, and, of course, a sail. And whether you refer to them as daysailers, trailerable sailboats , a weekender sailboat, or pocket cruisers, there's no better way to enjoy the thrills of coastal sailing than on small sailboats.

There are a wide range of small boats measuring less than 20 feet available in the market. These are hot products in the market given that they offer immense thrills out on the sea without the commitment required to cruise on a 30-footer. A small sailboat will not only give you the feel of every breeze but will also give you the chance to instantly sense every change in trim.

In this article, we'll highlight 10 best small sailboats under 20 feet . Most models in this list are time-tested, easy to rig, simple to sail, extremely fun, and perfect either for solo sailing or for sailing with friends and family. So if you've been looking for a list of some of the best small sailboats , you've come to the right place.

So without further ado, let's roll on.

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The Marlow-Hunter 15 is not only easy to own since it's one of the most affordable small sailboats but also lots of fun to sail. This is a safe and versatile sailboat for everyone. Whether you're sailing with your family or as a greenhorn, you'll love the Hunter 15 thanks to its raised boom, high freeboard, and sturdy FRP construction.

With high sides, a comfortable wide beam, a contoured self-bailing cockpit, and fiberglass construction, the Hunter 15 is certainly designed with the novice sailor in mind. This is why you can do a lot with this boat without falling out, breaking it, or capsizing. Its contoured self-baiting cockpit will enable you to find a fast exit while its wide beam will keep it steady and stable no matter what jibes or weight shifts happen along the way.

This is a small sailboat that can hold up to four people. It's designed to give you a confident feeling and peace of mind even when sailing with kids. It's easy to trailer, easy to rig, and easy to launch. With a price tag of about $10k, the Hunter 15 is a fun, affordable, and versatile boat that is perfect for both seasoned sailors and novices. It's a low-maintenance sailboat that can be great for teaching kids a thing or two about sailing.

Catalina 16.5

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Catalina Yachts are synonymous with bigger boats but they have some great and smaller boats too such as Catalina 16.5. This is one of the best small sailboats that are ideal for family outings given that it has a big and roomy cockpit, as well as a large storage locker. Designed with a hand-laminated fiberglass sloop, the Catalina 16.5 is versatile and is available in two designs: the centerboard model and the keel model.

The centerboard model is designed with a powerful sailplane that remains balanced as a result of the fiberglass centerboard, the stable hull form, and the rudder. It also comes with a tiller extension, adjustable hiking straps, and adjustable overhaul. It's important to note that these are standard equipment in the two models.

As far as the keel model is concerned, this is designed with a high aspect keel as the cast lead and is attached with stainless steel keel bolts, which makes this model perfect for mooring or docking whenever it's not in use. In essence, the centerboard model is perfect if you'll store it in a trailer while the keel model can remain at the dock.

All in all, the Catalina 16.5 is one of the best small sailboats that you can get your hands on for as low as $10,000. This is certainly a great example of exactly what a daysailer should be.

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There's no list of small, trailerable, and fun sailboats that can be complete without the inclusion of the classic Hobie 16. This is a durable design that has been around and diligently graced various waters across the globe since its debut way back in 1969 in Southern California. In addition to being durable, the Hobie 16 is trailerable, great for speed, weighs only 320 pounds, great for four people, and more importantly, offers absolute fun.

With a remarkable figure of over 100,000 launched since its debut, it's easy to see that the Hobie 16 is highly popular. Part of this popularity comes from its asymmetric fiberglass-and-foam sandwiched hulls that include kick-up rudders. This is a great feature that allows it to sail up to the beach.

For about $12,000, the Hobie 16 will provide you with endless fun throughout the summer. It's equipped with a spinnaker, trailer, and douse kit. This is a high-speed sailboat that has a large trampoline to offer lots of space not just for your feet but also to hand off the double trapezes.

Montgomery 17

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Popularly known as the M-17, The Montgomery 17 was designed by Lyle C. Hess in conjunction with Jerry Montgomery in Ontario, California for Montgomery Boats. Designed either with keel or centerboard models, the M-17 is more stable than most boats of her size. This boat is small enough to be trailered but also capable of doing moderate offshore passages.

This small sailboat is designed with a masthead and toe rail that can fit most foresails. It also has enough space for two thanks to its cuddly cabin, which offers a sitting headroom, a portable toilet, a pair of bunks, a DC power, and optional shore, and a proper amount of storage. That's not all; you can easily raise the deck-stepped mast using a four-part tackle.

In terms of performance, the M-17 is one of the giant-killers out there. This is a small sailboat that will excel in the extremes and make its way past larger boats such as the Catalina 22. It glides along beautifully and is a dog in light air, though it won't sail against a 25-knot wind, which can be frustrating. Other than that, the Montgomery 17 is a great small sailboat that can be yours for about $14,000.

Norseboat 17.5

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As a versatile daysailer, Norseboat 17.5 follows a simple concept of seaworthiness and high-performance. This small sailboat perfectly combines both contemporary construction and traditional aesthetics. Imagine a sailboat that calls itself the "Swiss Army Knife of Boats!" Well, this is a boat that can sail and row equally well.

Whether you're stepping down from a larger cruiser or stepping up from a sea kayak, the unique Norseboat 17.5 is balanced, attractive, and salty. It has curvaceous wishbone gaff, it is saucy, and has a stubby bow-sprit that makes it attractive to the eyes. In addition to her beauty, the Norseboat 17.5 offers an energy-pinching challenge, is self-sufficient, and offers more than what you're used to.

This is a small, lightweight, low-maintenance sailboat that offers a ticket to both sailing and rowing adventures all at the same time. At about 400 pounds, it's very portable and highly convenient. Its mainsails may look small but you'll be surprised at how the boat is responsive to it. With a $12,500 price tag, this is a good small sailboat that offers you the versatility to either row or sail.

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If you've been looking for a pocket cruiser that inspires confidence, especially in shoal water, look no further than the Sage 17. Designed by Jerry Montgomery in 2009, the Sage 17 is stable and should heel to 10 degrees while stiffening up. And because you want to feel secure while sailing, stability is an integral feature of the Sage 17.

This is a sailboat that will remain solid and stable no matter which part of the boat you stand on. Its cabin roof and the balsa-cored carbon-fiber deck are so strong that the mast doesn't require any form of compression post. The self-draining cockpit is long enough and capable of sleeping at 6 feet 6 inches.

The Sage 17 may be expensive at $25k but is a true sea warrior that's worth look at. This is a boat that will not only serve you right but will also turn heads at the marina.    

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Having been chosen as the overall boat of the year for 2008 by the Sailing World Magazine, the Laser SB3 is one of the coolest boats you'll ever encounter. When sailing upwind, this boat will lock into the groove while its absolute simplicity is legendary. In terms of downwind sailing, having this boat will be a dream come true while it remains incredibly stable even at extraordinary speed.

Since its debut in 2004, the Laser SB3 has surged in terms of popularity thanks to the fact that it's designed to put all the controls at your fingertips. In addition to a lightweight mast, its T- bulb keel can be hauled and launched painlessly. For about $18,000, the Laser SB3 ushers you into the world of sports sailing and what it feels to own and use a sports boat.

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As a manufacturer, Fareast is a Chinese boat manufacturer that has been around for less than two decades. But even with that, the Fareast 18 remains a very capable cruiser-racer that will take your sailing to the next level. In addition to its good looks, this boat comes with a retractable keel with ballast bulb, a powerful rig, and an enclosed cabin.

Its narrow design with a closed stern may be rare in sailboats of this size, but that's not a problem for the Fareast 18. This design not only emphasizes speed but also makes it a lot easier to maintain this boat. Perfect for about 6 people, this boat punches above its weight. It's, however, designed to be rigged and launched by one person.

This is a relatively affordable boat. It's agile, safe, well-thought-out, well built, and very sporty.

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If you're in the market looking for a small sailboat that offers contemporary performance with classic beauty, the Paine 14 should be your ideal option. Named after its famous designer, Chuck Paine, this boat is intentionally designed after the classic Herreshoff 12.5 both in terms of dimensions and features.

This is a lightweight design that brings forth modern fin keel and spade rudder, which makes it agile, stable, and faster. The Paine 14 is built using cold-molded wood or west epoxy. It has varnished gunnels and transoms to give it an old-time charm. To make it somehow modern, this boat is designed with a carbon mast and a modern way to attach sails so that it's ready to sail in minutes.

You can rest easy knowing that the Paine 14 will not only serve you well but will turn heads while out there.

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Many sailors will attest that their first sailing outing was in a Lido 14. This is a classic sailboat that has been around for over four decades and still proves to be a perfect match to modern small boats, especially for those still learning the ropes of sailing.

With seating for six people, the Lido 14 can be perfect for solo sailing , single-handed sailing, or if you're planning for shorthanded sailing. While new Lido 14 boats are no longer available, go for a functional used Lido 14 and you'll never regret this decision. It will serve you well and your kids will probably fall in love with sailing if Lido 14 becomes their main vessel during weekends or long summer holidays.

Bottom Line

There you have it; these are some of the best small sailboats you can go for. While there are endless small sailboats in the market, the above-described sailboat will serve you right and make you enjoy the wind.

Choose the perfect sailboat, invest in it, and go out there and have some good fun!

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Advice on Hunter 18.5

  • Thread starter Mark Rountree
  • Start date Jan 27, 2001
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Mark Rountree

I am interested in looking at/purchasing a 1988 Hunter 18.5 with a wing keel and trailer. Can anyone give me what to look for in this boat? Was the boat solid and dependable? Was the boat easy to trailer launch? I will be sailing mostly on a small lake near my home and this will be my first sailboat in some time - is it a good starter boat? Any other information that anyone could give would be helpful. Thank you in advance for your advice.  

Crazy Dave Condon

Trailer suggestions The boat was solid but remember the bigger the boat, the more stable it is as a rule fo thumb. The trailer needed to be upgraded. First, add a longer extension bar. Remove the keel guide and put abetter one on. The wings use to get caught on the original. Check the fenders as they could come loose. Crazy Dave condon  

Hunter 18.5 I've had an '88 H18.5 for about three years now, and I like it. I feel that it has been a good starter boat. I think that if I was to do it over again I would buy a slightly bigger boat, as the small cabin doesn't allow a lot of the things I'd like to do. My biggest difficulty with the boat, though, is not the sailing, that is fine, it is that I do not like the trailering aspect of it. While the fixed keel does have advantages, I do think that the fixed keel means that it is going to be harder to put into and out of the water -- the ramp has to be that much steeper. I would heed Dave's advice above, he gave me the same advice and I have installed heavy wooden guides that guide the keel into the housing. That has made it much easier to get the boat on and off the trailer. I feel that the boat sits high on the trailer and do not feel comfortable stepping the mast, though as I've become more familiar with it I find it easier each time I do it. You will need at least one other, and probably a couple of other, friends to help you step the mast each time, it is not a one man job. I keep my boat on Lake Erie, and it sails fine there, though the lake can be very rough at times. I did miss many days of sailing last summer because the lake was too rough. I will be keeping it on Sandusky Bay this summer, and hope to do some racing with it. The bay will offer more shelter and I should be able to sail her much more often. If you have further questions, please email me at [email protected] or give me a phone call at 330 847-0975, and I'll be glad to answer any questions you might have about the boat.  

Do not go up ;the mast in a boson's chair One other thing I would like to mention. I use to a farmer who made moonshine behind my dealership. Every Saturday night, guess where I was. Sippin good old peach brandy. Anyway, to avoid dropping the mast, I went up the mast in a boson's chair to change the wind vane as I wanted to go sippin suds. Well, my buzzel butt was too heavy and the mast broke. Customer had dinged his mast badly previous and was curious as to why he had a noticable new mast. Crazy Dave Condon  

Jack Everitt

18.5 MY first boat was a 18.5. We found out quickly that the cabin was too small by the time we loaded everything for an overnight stay. Secondly, in very very light air you do need to have forward motion ( water moving over the fixed keel) to maintain steerage. Since we were inexperienced we had some anxious moments as the boat slipped sideways without any rudder control. If you can afford a larger boat, I would recommend starting with a 23.5. you will be happier in the long run.  

18.5 I HAVE BEEN SAILING AN 18.5 FOR 11 YEARS NOW. THIS IS BOAT NUMBER 7 FOR ME INC A BAYFIELD 25.WHICH I LIVED ABOARD WHEN I WAS IN MY "EARLY" 20S IT"S BEEN A GREAT BOAT. EASY TO LAUNCH AND SAIL SINGLEHANDED. MY BEST ADVISE WOULD BE TO BUY THE BOAT THAT MATCHES THE WAY YOU SAIL. DONT BUY BLUEWATER CRUSER TO DAY SAIL. SOME TIPS ON SAILING THE 18.5. WHEN RAISING THE MAST RUN THE JIB HALYARD TO FORWARD CLEAT, WHEN MAST IS UP TIGHTEN JIB HALYARD THEN GO FORWARD TO ATTACH FORESTAY. ONE MAN JOB "5'7 150". ALSO INSTALL LONGER TOUNGE ON TRAILER FOR SHALLOW LAUNCHES. WE SAIL MS GULF COAST. TAKE MOSTLY DAY TRIPS TO SHIP AND CAT ISLAND "8-12 MILES OFFSHORE. SAILED FROM SHIP ISLAND TO LONG BEACH HARBOR ONE TIME ON A REACH IN 25 KNOT WIND ON A REACH. BOAT HANDLED VERY WELL UNDER REEFED MAIN. COVERED 14 MILES IN ABOUT 2HR.  

Thank you Thank you for the advice.  

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