170 to 240

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john6206

john6206

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Feb 19, 2008
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Catalina 320 Tawas Bay Yacht Club
Hi All,

The Hunter 240 was the boat that made me stop dreaming about sailing and start taking lessons. I love the looks of that boat and wanted to buy one. When it was time to buy a boat I thought it might be easier to start smaller and learn on a 170.

I've had my 170 for 6 years now, and I love it, as does my daughter. My wife and son, however, find it "too tippy."

When I read reviews of the 240, the biggest knock is initial stability (I read this as "too tippy"). I wonder if any of you have sailed both a 170 and a 240 and could share your opinions. I am considering the 240, but the Compac Eclipse and the Catalina 22 seem like they might be more wife and son friendly.

Thoughts???

John
 
Clark

Clark

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Jun 30, 2004
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Hunter 280 Lake Guntersville, AL
John, the initial stability of a water ballast boat may be a tad less than a iron/lead keel boat but they 'firm' up after a few degrees. A good plan is to make some friends at a couple of marinas and have some long talks with owners of the type boats you're interested in. Any of the boats you mentioned though will have more stability than the 170.
 
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mwgjrjr

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Apr 16, 2009
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Hunter 240 Carlyle Lake, IL
John:

I recently purchased a 240 having sailed a 170 for seven years. Its a new feeling but you should find it not overwhelming. I would suggest sailing with an experienced cabin boat person the first few times. You might also consider a nearby ASA Keelboat class or sailing school for 22-26 foot boats before buying a larger boat. The cost is small and you will be well prepared to make the switch.
 
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