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Marlow-Hunter

Marlow-Hunter 15

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The pleasure yacht model Marlow-Hunter 15 has been produced since 2013. Its fiberglass hull is 4.42 meters long, 1.98 meters wide, and has a draft of 0.15 meters. The vessel is equipped with seating for six passengers and has an international CE (C) certification, which allows exits only within coastal waters.

On the cockpit of the yacht on both sides there are benches for several people, equipped with spacious lockers for personal belongings. In the sides next to them are mounted fastenings for the safety of passengers and compact compartments for water skis. Between the sofas there is a mast and cables for steering the yacht. On the bow there is free space for a drawer with special fasteners for fixing, as well as a compact locker. The owner can mount a compact removable canopy on the nose, which is included as standard on the Marlow-Hunter 15 .

The stern of the vessel is equipped with a compact platform with a removable ladder for access to the water and a towing attachment. The yacht has a mast height of 6.55 m² and a sail area of 9.94 m². The model is equipped with a 10 hp outboard motor.

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MARLOW HUNTER 15

High freeboard, a raised boom and sturdy FRP construction make the Marlow-Hunter 15 daysailer a safe, versatile boat that both families and greenhorn sailors will love. Designed with the novice in mind, the high sides, contoured self-bailing cockpit, and a comfortable wide beam will lend a confident feeling while under sail. When the kids take to the water, these same design elements will provide peace of mind for the parents as well. The Marlow-Hunter 15 is easy to trailer, rig and launch and will carry a crew of four. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor looking to bang around the buoys or a family on a Sunday outing, the Marlow-Hunter 15 is a fun, versatile boat that fits your sailing lifestyle! The fun begins at just $10,123.

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MARLOW HUNTER 15 Specs

Length Overall 14’6″ 4.42 m
Beam 6’6″ 1.98 m
Draft – Board Up 6″ 0.15 m
Draft – Board Down 3’0″ 0.92 m
Mast Height 21’6″ 6.55 m
Sail Area 107 sq ft 9.94 sq m
Basic Weight 500 lb 227 kg
Towing Weight 750 lb 340 kg
Maximum Capacity 926 lb 420 kg
CE Classification D

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Hunter Marine was founded by Warren Luhrs in 1973, one of boat builder Henry Luhrs two sons, in Tom’s River, New Jersey, who wanted to diversify the family business (Luhrs Sea Skiffs) from powerboats to sailboats. His vision was to build a solid, quality sailboat that was truly affordable to the average sailor. Naval architect, John Cherubini, designed the first Hunter 25 sailboat which was built by Warren Luhrs and introduced in 1973.

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Cherubini became the head designer for Luhrs, and through the 1970s the following models were launched: Hunter 30, Hunter 27, Hunter 33, Hunter 37, Hunter 35 and 36 (both stretched 33s), and the Hunter 54, which remains Hunter Marine’s largest sailing yacht and John Cherubini’s final design for Hunter Marine (he passed away in 1983).

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Hunter Marine rapidly developed a reputation for reliable quality and value, and for ease of handling. Hunter was one of the first builders to offer both a roller furling headsail and mainsail and utilize the B&R rig. Most models had all running rigging leading aft to the cockpit for safe, easy to handle sailing. Hunter was unique in including a complete ready-to-sail package with every new delivery, for many years. One of the most successful Cherubini-designed models was the solidly built Hunter 37 Cutter launched in 1978. Over 100 of this 37ft production sailboat model were built in 1979 alone. John Cherubini was a great American designer, appreciated not only for popular Luhrs Hunters and Mainship motor yachts, but for his own magnificent Cherubini 44 and 48 custom yachts.

Hunter Marine formed its own in-house design team in the early 1980s under Cortland Steck and the Hunter Marine production was moved to the large Alachua, Florida facility in mid-1982. In 1991, Canadian designer Rob Mazza headed the design team and coordinated production. He designed the legacy Hunter 29.5 and the larger 336. During this period Hunter developed several market innovations such as their trademark stainless steel cockpit arch and their use of the B&R rig, a variant of the Bermuda sailboat rig that was designed and patented in 1975 by a pair of Swedish aeronautical engineers (Bergström & Ridder) and characterized by swept spreaders and reverse-diagonal shrouds.

A pre-bend in the mast provides some of the side to side, fore and aft stability of the rig, and provides stronger support for the mast than traditional rig designs. Other advantages of the B&R rig are the elimination of the backstay by securing the mast at three points, 120 degrees apart versus the traditional four points, 90-degrees apart, allowing easier access to the walk-through transom and the ability to increase the main sail area with a large roach. By 1997, more than 10,000 production sailboats were using the B&R rig, and the majority of Hunter Marine’s fleet incorporated the race-proven B&R rig (Hunter’s Child, Route 66, Thursday’s Child).

Hunter Marine also began construction of sailboats whose hulls made use of “bow hollow and stern reflex” which are marine architecture design elements that maximize thrust under sail. Input from Hunter owners on how to make the boats more comfortable, easier to sail and perform better helped build Hunter into an industry leader. At its peak in the mid-2000s, Hunter was reputed to have produced over 2000 new boats per year.

The company then used the design service of naval architect Glenn Henderson, whose first design in 2001 was the Hunter 36, along with its in-house team until mid-2010s. The economic downturn in 2008 and beyond led to Luhrs (parent company of Hunter Marine) selling its brands and operations of Hunter Marine, Luhrs and Mainship in 2012 to David E Marlow, owner of Marlow Yachts in Palmetto, Florida, and the name was changed to Marlow-Hunter. John Peterson who joined the company in 1994 and become president in 2007, worked with Marlow during the restructuring. Glenn Henderson guided the development of the new 31ft Marlow-Hunter. Other models introduced in the 2010s include Marlow-Hunter 33, 37, and 40. For well over 40 years, Hunter sailboats have been known for design innovation, strong, rugged construction specifically engineered for maximum efficiency and customer value. Marlow-Hunter currently offers a range of production sailing types: bluewater sailers (large keelboats 40-50ft), coastal cruiser (mid-size keelboats 31-37ft), and trailerable day sailers (15-22ft).

With so many Hunter sailboats produced since 1973, there are a large number of quality Hunters available in the brokerage market. In the year range 1973 to 1989, the lowest priced Hunter is a 1982 25ft listed at about $5,900 and the highest is a 1988 Legend 35.5 listed at about $52,000. In year range 1990 to 2000, prices ranged from $12,000 for a 26ft 1995 Hunter 260 to $148,000 for a 2000 45ft Center Cockpit model. From 2001 to 2012, lowest priced is a 2001 17ft Hunter 170 listed at $6000 and highest is a 2009 50ft Hunter center cockpit listed at $265,000. And from 2013 to 2021, listing prices ranged from about $170,000 for a 2016 Marlow-Hunter 37 to $459,000 for a 2018 Marlow-Hunter 47

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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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Daniel Wade

I've personally had thousands of questions about sailing and sailboats over the years. As I learn and experience sailing, and the community, I share the answers that work and make sense to me, here on Life of Sailing.

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Gloucester 16 versus Hunter 15

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Start date Aug 6, 2016
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Hello, I am looking for a sailboat for my teenagers to start sailing on their own. I am not a sailor. They have used the Hunter 15 in sailing camp the last couple of years and really like it. I see a Gloucester 16 near me for sale, similar to the Hunter 15? Other models we should be looking at? Need easy to sail, easy to right when capsized, something that a teenager could handle on their own. Thank you for any and all thoughts.

Since they have already learned on the 15, it might be time for them to step up a bit. Something in the 19 or so foot range may be more appropriate, especially as they become older and their circle of friends widens. I'm assuming they are young teens. They'll get a much bigger cockpit for friends, usually more stability, and they won't grow out of it so quickly. Depends on where they are sailing, also. Maybe check a few of the clubs around to get a clearer picture of your needs. Great to hear of youngsters getting into the sport. Maybe they'll even teach you to sail. Then you'll be looking for a much bigger boat.

Teen agers range from 13 to 19 years old and I would say there can be a cut off around 16 in the sense of maturity that could be anticipated. The Gloucester 16' is a lot more boat than the Hunter 15. It is designed a mini-cruiser with a cabin, a pulpit, roller furling and a ballasted swing keel. It displaces 900 lbs including a ballasted keel of 350 lbs. That is a heavy keel which if operated improperly could seriously damage the hull. Smaller cruiser are not as forgiving as their larger counterparts and thus require more experience and good judgement to operate safely. On the other hand the Hunter 15' is an open cockpit day sailor for protected waters displacing 350 lbs with little if no ballast relying mostly on sailor weigh shifts for stability. It would make a better learning platform. This is not to say that there are teenagers out there that have the training and experience to handle a mini cruiser but I would not consider it a boat for someone that is just learning.

I agree with Benny the Gloucester 16 is a mini coastal cruiser and wouldn't be the right boat. A good boat for teenagers would have a more open cockpit for example a classic ODay daysailer. Taking a quick look at MA craigslist I see a Catalina Capri 16.5 for sale, that might be worth a look for you. I am not sure where you are located in Ma but there seems to be quite a few 16-17 foot boats for sale.

Am I missing something here? oldskool said they are used to the Hunter 15 already! Why not move up?

Crazy Dave Condon

The Gloucster 16 is really an old boat that will need to be looked at before even thinking of purchasing that boat along with others of its age. I use to know the builder located in Gloucester County years ago and that is quite a bit back. The Hunter 15 is the fiberglass boat, not the ACP version which is a plus. Not sure what age your children are but that should also be a factor here. If you are looking to trailer the boat, look at the set up time for example on a hot summer day and then you will look at things a little different. If an old boat, look at that very close and if not knowledgable get a friend who is. The Catalina 16.5 is a good boat but look at the cockpit size of each boat to determine if there is enough room. who knows you might want to go with the kids.

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Hunter 15 is a 14 ′ 6 ″ / 4.4 m monohull sailboat designed by Chuck Burns and built by Hunter Marine starting in 2008.

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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)

Originally sold as HUNTER 146.

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