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  1. 20 Best Small Sailboats for the Weekender

    It's clear why the Catalina 22 is one of the best sailboats under 25 feet. catalinayachts.com. Advertisement ... With the fiberglass board up, the 17-foot-2-inch boat draws just 5 inches of water; with the board down, the 4-foot-5-inch draft suggests good windward performance. Hull and deck are hand-laminated fiberglass.

  2. Best Bluewater Sailboats Under 24 Feet

    The best bluewater sailboats under 24 feet are the Pacific Seacraft Dana 24, Norseboat 21.5, Catalina 22 Sport, Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20, and West Wight Potter 19. These sailboats have ample space for a couple and even a moderately-sized family along with all the amenities you may need. A roomy cabin, galley, and settees are necessary to go ...

  3. Best Pocket Cruiser Sailboats, Small Cruising Sailboats

    Balboa 26. Balboa 26 Courtesy Of Matts G. Djos. First splashed in 1969, the Balboa 26 continues to enjoy a strong following among budget-minded cruisers. Built sturdy and heavy, all of the boat's stress points are reinforced. The spacious cockpit comfortably seats 4 and is self bailing, ensuring that sailors stay dry.

  4. 7 Best Trailerable Sailboats for Cruising

    Quick Setup Time. Towing Weight. 7 Best Trailerable Cruising Sailboats. Catalina 22/25 "Pop-Top". Com-Pac Horizon Cat for Classic Coastal Cruising. Marshall Sanderling — Small, Portable, Classy. West Wight Potter 19 — The Tiny Go-Anywhere Sailboat. Seaward 26RK with Retractable Lead Keel.

  5. Best Sailboats Under 25 Feet

    Here Are The 5 Best Sailboats Under 25 Feet: Catalina 22 Sport. ... You can easily find smaller-sized boats under 25 feet, but also lavish 40-foot sailboats. Yes, the bigger ones do look great and enticing. But the larger the boat, the larger the expenses on it. If you are new to sailboats, then buying a smaller one is the best option.

  6. Best Small and Trailerable Sailboats

    You can get a used Catalina 22 for as low as $5,000 and a brand spanking new one for around $40,000. >>Also Read: Beneteau vs. Catalina: Which Is a Better Sailboat? West Wight Potter 15. The West Wight Potter 15 is one of the best small trailerable and seaworthy 15-foot sailboats of all time.

  7. 2022 Boat of the Year: Best Pocket Cruiser/Daysailer

    From its twin rudders aft to a retractable bowsprit, the Beneteau First 27 is a race-ready sled or capable weekend cruiser. Jon Whittle. Simple but ample interior accommodations include a V-berth and settees that could sleep four. Jon Whittle. With its kite set, the First 27 hauls the mail in a brisk breeze.

  8. TOP 5 22 FOOT SAILBOATS & SEE YOU IN BAHAMAS? Ep 169

    Support Lady K - http://www.patreon.com/ladyksailingOr http://www.ladyksailing.com/team-kThe top 5 22 foot sailboats or the best boats to buy for your first ...

  9. Catalina 22

    11. Inducted into the US Sailing Hall of Fame, the Catalina 22 is one of the most popular trailer sailers in the world. (AHunt, CC) In its 10th anniversary issue in 1980, Sail magazine named the Catalina 22 the boat that had represented the breakthrough in trailer/cruisers in those 10 years. There is no denying the popularity of the Catalina 22 ...

  10. 9 Best Trailerable Sailboats

    1) West Wight Potter 15. The West Wight Potter 15 is perhaps one of the most capable 15-foot sailboats around. This neat little vessel is as seaworthy as it is easy to handle, and it's a great choice for all kinds of cruising adventures. The West Wight Potter 15 is a 15-foot sloop with an aluminum mast and tiller.

  11. 22-foot Sailboat Comparisons

    In comparison to the Catalina 22, the cabin extends to the full width of the boat, which provides a significant increase in cabin space. Also, although the Catalina and Tanzer are both "22" feet long, the C22 is only 21'6", while the T22 is 22'6" -- a full foot longer! Three photos of T22 #1597, which was for sale in Markham, Ontario.

  12. Rhodes 22

    The 100-sq. ft. mainsail rolls up into a 26′ mast and a 175% 200-sq. ft. genoa is roller-furled on the forestay. The arrangement does not make the most efficient sail shape, particularly with a partially-furled jib in heavier weather, and without battens to support a large mainsail roach. ... The Rhodes 22's construction is best described ...

  13. J/22 One-Design Sailboat- Family Sailing Worldwide

    J/22 is built for safety with buoyancy tanks and offshore hatches. Her 700 lb. lead keel lowers the center of gravity, creating nearly 1700 foot pounds of righting moment at 90 degrees of heel. There are over 1,650 J/22's now sailing in 65 active fleets in eighteen countries on three continents. Recognized by the ISAF, the International J/22 ...

  14. Catalina 22 Sport

    Catalina 22 Sport. In response to Catalina 22 owners' requests for a production boat that more accurately reflects the original dimensions and weight of this popular one design boat, Catalina Yachts is now building the Catalina 22 Sport. Catalina Yachts aims to encourage more family racing with the thousands of first generation 22s by ...

  15. Best Sailboats of 2022: From Top To Sail

    Picking out a great vessel is imperative to enjoying a great sailing experience. We have selected the creme de la creme of sailboats suitable for a range of budgets and needs. Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 380. Beneteau First 44. Fountaine Pajot Isla 40. Hylas 57. Leopard 42.

  16. 22 Foot Sailboats Boats for sale

    Model 22. Category Daysailer Sailboats. Length 22.0. Posted Over 1 Month. 1975 Catalina 22 Pop Top Project Sailboat and Trailer The Catalina 22 is a popular sailboat produced by Catalina Yachts. Its hull measures 21 foot 6 inches (6.55 m), which is rounded up to 22 feet (6.7 m) for use in the model's name.

  17. Beneteau First 20

    Beneteau. 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, the more likely you are to do so, things ...

  18. Best 22 foot racing sailboat?

    j-22, Santana 22, Ranger 22,Capri 22, can be no longer than 22.00 feet for slip. Other make? light air venue, with turbo (aso) in mind, single of double hand. Thanks

  19. Boat Review: Marshall 22 Catboat

    The Marshall 22 is an evocative rendition of a classic Cape Cod catboat. The 10-foot, 2-inch beam is not quite half of the boats 21-foot, 4-inch waterline, a general catboat rule-of-thumb. The vertical transom carries the familiar barn door rudder. A big centerboard trunk with a hinged table divides the cabin.

  20. MACGREGOR 22

    22.00 ft / 6.71 m: LWL: ... A sail area/displacement ratio below 16 would be considered under powered; 16 to 20 would indicate reasonably good performance; ... To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as ...

  21. 13 Best Liveaboard Sailboats (under 30 & 50 ft)

    There are plenty of options to pick from, which can make the choosing process a bit daunting. So to help you navigate those deep waters (no pun intended), here is an article summarizing the 13 best liveaboard sailboats under 30 and 50 feet. So what are the 13 best liveaboard sailboats? Catalina 30. Nor'Sea 27.

  22. Biggest Trailerable Sailboats

    The best and largest trailerable sailboats are the Cal 20, the Catalina 22, the O'Day 240, The Islander 24, the Moore 24, the Cal 25, the Helms 25, the MacGregor 26, and the Nor'Sea 27. Most of these vessels can be towed behind a well-equipped truck or SUV. We sourced information and vessel specifications for this article from sailboat ...

  23. Reviewing the Best Sailboats for 2024

    The Catalina 22 Sport is a prime example of a swanky-looking sailboat that costs under $40,000. It comes with a retractable keel and is ideal for family racing. Its standard features include a roller-furling jib, fractional rig, in addition to an open cabin that has enough room to sleep a small family of four.