Most small sailboats under 20 feet 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.
20 Best Small Sailboats for the Weekender
Some of the boats in this list are new designs, others are time-tested models from small sailboat manufacturers, but every one is easy to rig, simple to sail, and looks like a whole lot of fun either for a solo outing on a breezy afternoon or to keep family and friends entertained throughout your entire sailing season.
Best Daysailers Under 20 Feet
Best Daysailers Under 20 Feet Small daysailers can offer daytime rides that match an array of aesthetic sensibilities, budget caps, and requirements for portability, security, speed, and alternate propulsion.
SAIL Top 10 Best Boats for 2023
For almost 20 years, we've called this awards program SAIL Best Boats, but this year, we're refining and renaming this program to better and more fairly represent the boats we've selected. Restricting boats to categories and labels—such as Best Cruising Monohull 30-40 feet and Best Performance Monohull 40-50 feet—doesn't bring our readers the full picture. Too often, defining these ...
Preowned sailboats for sale under 20 feet
Preowned sailboats for sale under 20 feet preowned sailboats for sale by owner.
Home of the Flicka 20 Sailboat
The home of the legendary Bruce Bingham designed 20 foot sailboat called the Flicka. Perhaps the best small cruising boat ever built.
10 of the Best 20-Foot Boats
The roaring 20s are back again, with our look at 10 of the best 20-foot boats that are guaranteed to please even the fussiest boating families.
10 New Cruising Sailboats Under 35 Feet
Here are 10 small cruising sailboats, all launched within the last five years, that will be roomy but manageable, and still can be purchased new. It wasn't so long ago that 30- to 35-foot cruising sailboats were likely to be the largest yachts found in many a harbor. And while 40-something and even 50-something footers are all the rage at ...
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These pocket cruisers offer the amenities of a big boat and the versatility of a small boat, all without breaking the bank.
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What are the Best Small Sailboats Under 20 Feet?
Conclusion: Choosing the best small sailboat under 20 feet when you are getting ready to sail ultimately depends on your preferences and sailing goals. The Hunter 17 offers a spacious cockpit and stability, making it an excellent choice for families and beginners. On the other hand, the O'Day Javelin focuses on simplicity and affordability ...
Best Small Sailboats Under 20 Feet
The ideal size boat for beginners is anything under 20 feet. So, what are the best small sailboats under 20 feet? Let's find out.
Best Daysailers, 20 Feet and Up
Best Daysailers, 20 Feet and Up These five daysailers range from entry level to exquisite, but all are great for spending a day on the water.
Meet the 2025 Top 10 Best Boats Nominees
With its new J/40, J/Boats continues the design philosophy and execution that found immediate success with the J/45 (a SAIL Top 10 Best Boats Winner for 2023), ... Sail Area 1,453 sq ft (upwind) Power 2x 20 kW Bellmarine electric. Photo courtesy of X-yachts. X-Yachts Xc47.
10 New Bargain Sailboats: Best Value Buys
10 New Bargain Sailboats: Best Value Buys If you want maximum value when you buy a new sailboat, check out these 10 models.
20 Express
See why the 20 foot Express boat is the choice for families. It is a luxury fishing boat perfect for fishing or other water activities! Find out more today!
SAIL's Top 10 Best Boats Nominees 2024
The new Dufour 41 comes quickly in the wake of the Dufour 37, one of SAIL 's Top 10 Best Boats of 2023. Both draw their DNA from their bigger sister the 470 launched two years ago, with the same sheer line and chine that enables the boat to carry maximum volume forward on a narrower profile under the waterline.
Beneteau First 20
Just shy of 21 feet, the Beneteau First 20 is the smallest boat in this builder's lineup. But don't let the size fool you. The First series is the performance-sailing line from Beneteau USA, and like the First 20's larger siblings, this boat is designed for a good turn of speed. And going with the theory that the easier a boat is to sail ...
SANTANA 20
1996, W.D. Schock Corp, redesigned the deck of the boat creating an opened transom and roomier cockpit. The change did not affect the performance characteristics of the boat.
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I have a 1974 MAKO 20 FT center consul with full canvas cabin many updates new aluminum fuel tank and coast grade approved fuel lines,Garmin 541s,fish finder &am chart plotter, ship to shore radio, am/fm ,150 Johnson rebuilt with about 75 hours 2-stoke 1981. Has trailer 1990 cox trailer needs new springs.8500.00.
Preowned sailboats for sale under 20 feet
Preowned sailboats for sale under 20 feet preowned sailboats for sale by owner.
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Most small sailboats under 20 feet 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.
Some of the boats in this list are new designs, others are time-tested models from small sailboat manufacturers, but every one is easy to rig, simple to sail, and looks like a whole lot of fun either for a solo outing on a breezy afternoon or to keep family and friends entertained throughout your entire sailing season.
Best Daysailers Under 20 Feet Small daysailers can offer daytime rides that match an array of aesthetic sensibilities, budget caps, and requirements for portability, security, speed, and alternate propulsion.
For almost 20 years, we've called this awards program SAIL Best Boats, but this year, we're refining and renaming this program to better and more fairly represent the boats we've selected. Restricting boats to categories and labels—such as Best Cruising Monohull 30-40 feet and Best Performance Monohull 40-50 feet—doesn't bring our readers the full picture. Too often, defining these ...
Preowned sailboats for sale under 20 feet preowned sailboats for sale by owner.
The home of the legendary Bruce Bingham designed 20 foot sailboat called the Flicka. Perhaps the best small cruising boat ever built.
The roaring 20s are back again, with our look at 10 of the best 20-foot boats that are guaranteed to please even the fussiest boating families.
Here are 10 small cruising sailboats, all launched within the last five years, that will be roomy but manageable, and still can be purchased new. It wasn't so long ago that 30- to 35-foot cruising sailboats were likely to be the largest yachts found in many a harbor. And while 40-something and even 50-something footers are all the rage at ...
These pocket cruisers offer the amenities of a big boat and the versatility of a small boat, all without breaking the bank.
12th Oct 2023 by Samantha Wilson 11 Best Small Sailboat Brands: How to Choose Your Next Daysailer or Pocket Cruiser
Conclusion: Choosing the best small sailboat under 20 feet when you are getting ready to sail ultimately depends on your preferences and sailing goals. The Hunter 17 offers a spacious cockpit and stability, making it an excellent choice for families and beginners. On the other hand, the O'Day Javelin focuses on simplicity and affordability ...
The ideal size boat for beginners is anything under 20 feet. So, what are the best small sailboats under 20 feet? Let's find out.
Best Daysailers, 20 Feet and Up These five daysailers range from entry level to exquisite, but all are great for spending a day on the water.
With its new J/40, J/Boats continues the design philosophy and execution that found immediate success with the J/45 (a SAIL Top 10 Best Boats Winner for 2023), ... Sail Area 1,453 sq ft (upwind) Power 2x 20 kW Bellmarine electric. Photo courtesy of X-yachts. X-Yachts Xc47.
10 New Bargain Sailboats: Best Value Buys If you want maximum value when you buy a new sailboat, check out these 10 models.
See why the 20 foot Express boat is the choice for families. It is a luxury fishing boat perfect for fishing or other water activities! Find out more today!
The new Dufour 41 comes quickly in the wake of the Dufour 37, one of SAIL 's Top 10 Best Boats of 2023. Both draw their DNA from their bigger sister the 470 launched two years ago, with the same sheer line and chine that enables the boat to carry maximum volume forward on a narrower profile under the waterline.
Just shy of 21 feet, the Beneteau First 20 is the smallest boat in this builder's lineup. But don't let the size fool you. The First series is the performance-sailing line from Beneteau USA, and like the First 20's larger siblings, this boat is designed for a good turn of speed. And going with the theory that the easier a boat is to sail ...
1996, W.D. Schock Corp, redesigned the deck of the boat creating an opened transom and roomier cockpit. The change did not affect the performance characteristics of the boat.
Find racing and cruising new sailboats for sale on SailTrader. Browse new racing sailboat brands, pricing, photos, video and more.
View a wide selection of all new sail boats for sale in your area, explore detailed information & find your next boat on boats.com. #everythingboats
I have a 1974 MAKO 20 FT center consul with full canvas cabin many updates new aluminum fuel tank and coast grade approved fuel lines,Garmin 541s,fish finder &am chart plotter, ship to shore radio, am/fm ,150 Johnson rebuilt with about 75 hours 2-stoke 1981. Has trailer 1990 cox trailer needs new springs.8500.00.
Preowned sailboats for sale under 20 feet preowned sailboats for sale by owner.
1747 new and used 20 Ft boats for sale at smartmarineguide.com
PERRY, Fla. (AP) — Hurricane Helene left an enormous path of destruction across Florida and the southeastern U.S. on Friday, killing at least 44 people, snapping towering oaks like twigs and tearing apart homes as rescue crews launched desperate missions to save people from floodwaters. Among those killed were three firefighters, a woman and her 1-month-old twins, and an 89-year-old woman ...
View a wide selection of all new boats for sale in your area, explore detailed information & find your next boat on boats.com. #everythingboats