Trailer Sailor

As a newcomer to this forum, I would appreciate any information and especially opinions on the merits of the different self build plans for sailing boats I could:

1. Build in my shed (approx 22 feet by 10 feet)

2. Tow with my vehicle which has a towing capacity of about 3500 pounds.

3. Enjoy sailing either on large lakes or the coastline around Newfoundland, Canada.

Thanks in advance.

Pete

 

How about this one:
Just Right
Check his web site: 200+ pictures, building and cruise stories etc.

 

Thanks

Thanks for the tip. Looks pretty neat, I'm still checking it out. If anyone has any other suggestions I'd love to hear them.


Pete

 

Pete,

Here is another small trailer sailer that will fit your needs. I have seen the Vagabond and met its owner and think it a nice little boat also. The Belhaven 19 will be simpler to build and much simpler to rig at the launch site. It will also sit upright when beached. A great little boat from a very good designer.

 

re trailer sailor

I've had quite a trailer boats in the past , but as far as I'm concerned you cant beat the tried and true , hartley boats , I've had an 18 foot and a 21 foot and they are great to sail , the 21 footer I built myself and was easy and towed it with a family sedan all over Australia to different places and never had any troubles ,

 

Paradox, by Matt Layden

Check this out:

http://www.microcruising.com/
Microcruising in the Bahamas

Don't let the reference of the Bahamas lead you to believe that this type of boat would be unsuitable for your locale.

Paradox is a tried and true design with many years and miles to her credit. This design is well suited for the size limit you specified, while allowing the sailor in Northern climates to sail in adverse conditions, from below decks. Every control for the operation of the boat (aside from propulsion, anchoring, and docking) is accessed from within the pilothouse. There are many other features which you may find of interest.

Enjoy the journey.

DC

 

What do you pros think of Glen-L's Chessie Flyer? It looks like a pretty boat, fairly roomy, trailerable, AND can sit upright when beached. I've been considering making that my first major project. Any objections or suggestions from those who know?

 

Chessie Flyer looks very nice, but it is way outside your original parameters of length and weight.

 

Noooooooo....... that was Pete's parameters. I personally would prefer something with liveaboard accomadations but I know my skill level isn't quite there yet. I really do like the Paradox too though. The "Little Cruiser" is pretty nice as well. I just feel an overwhelming need to build something with the classic oyster boat look like the Chessie. So again I say........ What do you old pros think of that as far as ease of construction?

Oh and Pete, sorry..... not trying to take over your topic. Just seemed a suitable forum to ask my question in.

 

I second the Harleys....lotsa trailer sailers are built pretty light...and I betcha you got some "worst-case" weather up there...the Hartley's aren't so much heavier yet they are built immensely strong. And an excellent compromise 'tween trailering and sailing.

Add a good bilge pump, tho, as they don't have self-bailing cockpits.

http://home.iprimus.com.au/youngenr/ts16/

http://www.hartley-boats.com/14.html

http://www.trailer-sailer.com/

 

Thanks for suggestions

Thanks for all the suggestions so far. Sorry I haven't been on the site for a while (heavy work load), but I am checking them all out.

Anyone have any thoughts on Dudley Dix designs? The Cape Cutter 19 seems to fill my brief as well.

Bob you're right about the weather here, wouldn't want to get caught out in some of it so strength is an important criteria.

Also Clark Craft appear to offer plans and kits for Hartley designs, but the Hartley site says you only get plans direct. Anyone have any info on this?

 

That's me too

Along with various other misspellings, that was me.

 

Pete,
What kind of sailing do you plan to do? Do you plan to sleep on board, or day sailing? Do you plan to race? Are you more interested in speed or safety or comfort?

The most important question - are you more of a builder or a sailor? How do you want to spend your time? Building or sailing?

Kevin

 

Pretty much covered that in the first post...

DC