C22 sailing ability

[James Schueler]

Hello there. I just have a question for the other C22 owners. Having recently purchased a C22 after selling a heavier boat a few years ago, I was wondering how it will handle coastal cruising. I plan to keep it for the next 3 years before moving up to a Bayfield 25 and plan on some trips along the New Jersey coast and up towards Block Island. The Albin I had handled some pretty heavy stuff; what can I expect with the C22?All opinions will be appreiciated.Thanks,James

 

[fran and jason]

nice boat

We sailed our Catalina22 about ten miles offshore, and it handles fine! Of course if it was over 25knots, we didn't venture far. We have been caught in a few situations! The 22 is no blue water boat, but is ok for coastal cruising along with some common sense! Happy sailing!!

 

[James Schueler]

Thank you

Thanks guys. Our plans are to just cruise close to shore but we would like to visit Martha's Vineyard and Block Island sometime next summer. I also like the motion of the sea so I wouldn't want to sacrifice that if I didn't have to. However, you are correct...conditions determine when and where we sail.Thanks again,James