Besides the designer, what does Cherubini mean to Hunter sailboats. Is it a particular or distinctive design? Any advantages to a Cherubini? I believe I may be an owner of a Cherubini. It is a 1976 Hunter 25'. Cherubini or not? Any info. is appreciated, and excuse my ignorance. Mark Crociati
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According to the list your boat is a Cherubini. To understand what makes them unique, you might read the many owner reviews on this site. On occassion John Cherubini (the younger) contributes thoughts of his father's concerning the designs. I think to many of us the bottom line is that it is a trustworthy, functional vessel that is affordable. For me, the "traditional" look is also important. Don't neglect the archives of this site for many tips on possible problems and sailing techniques. Andy "Baroque" (1982 H27)
According to the list your boat is a Cherubini. To understand what makes them unique, you might read the many owner reviews on this site. On occassion John Cherubini (the younger) contributes thoughts of his father's concerning the designs. I think to many of us the bottom line is that it is a trustworthy, functional vessel that is affordable. For me, the "traditional" look is also important. Don't neglect the archives of this site for many tips on possible problems and sailing techniques. Andy "Baroque" (1982 H27)
"Baroque"
Thank you for your response. The name of your boat, is that a musical play on words broke/baroque? And/or are you a fan of Handel and Bach? Cherubini (the composer) was I believe a classical composer. Best regards, Mark Crociati
Thank you for your response. The name of your boat, is that a musical play on words broke/baroque? And/or are you a fan of Handel and Bach? Cherubini (the composer) was I believe a classical composer. Best regards, Mark Crociati
"Baroque"
Thank you for your response. The name of your boat, is that a musical play on words broke/baroque? And/or are you a fan of Handel and Bach? Cherubini (the composer) was I believe a classical composer. Best regards, Mark Crociati
Thank you for your response. The name of your boat, is that a musical play on words broke/baroque? And/or are you a fan of Handel and Bach? Cherubini (the composer) was I believe a classical composer. Best regards, Mark Crociati
"Baroque"
Thank you for your response. The name of your boat, is that a musical play on words broke/baroque? And/or are you a fan of Handel and Bach? Cherubini (the composer) was I believe a classical composer. Best regards, Mark Crociati
Thank you for your response. The name of your boat, is that a musical play on words broke/baroque? And/or are you a fan of Handel and Bach? Cherubini (the composer) was I believe a classical composer. Best regards, Mark Crociati
Baroque/broke yes and yes
Mark, Well done. You are right. The main reason was an interest in the baroque period of history. Also, I am not adverse to humor, the pun being of the highest sort. I must admit that it was after the boat was named that I discovered the composer Cherubini. Andy
Mark, Well done. You are right. The main reason was an interest in the baroque period of history. Also, I am not adverse to humor, the pun being of the highest sort. I must admit that it was after the boat was named that I discovered the composer Cherubini. Andy
More Info about the early Cherubini designs
JC II, please correct me if am wrong about any of this. John Cherubini designed the early series of Hunter sailboats. John's son, a frequent contributor to this forum, designed some or all of the interiors. His family still produces two blue-water sailing yachts, the Cherubini 44 and 48. You can see those designs at http://www.indecherub.com. Mr. Cherubini's designs for Hunter's early production boats emphasize interior comfort and space over performance, resulting in quite spacious small boats. He oversaw the production of the early Hunters, and as a result, the Cherubini Hunters are solidly built, seaworthy (with a capsize factor of under 2.00) and easily handled. They have a classic design, with broad "hips", wineglass transoms and squared-off cabin tops. We would not hesitate to sail our Hunter 27 off the coast, albeit with some improvements for safety. The Cherubini Hunters were featured in an article entitled "What about those good old Cherubini Hunters?", by Don Bodemann, published in my favorite magazine, Good Old Boat magazine, number 744, March/April '01 (http://www.goodoldboat.com). There's an excellent article about John Cherubini and his boat-building family at http://www.indecherub.com/worlds_best_sailboats.htm. Check the archives on this forum for some insight from JC II about our good ol' boats.
JC II, please correct me if am wrong about any of this. John Cherubini designed the early series of Hunter sailboats. John's son, a frequent contributor to this forum, designed some or all of the interiors. His family still produces two blue-water sailing yachts, the Cherubini 44 and 48. You can see those designs at http://www.indecherub.com. Mr. Cherubini's designs for Hunter's early production boats emphasize interior comfort and space over performance, resulting in quite spacious small boats. He oversaw the production of the early Hunters, and as a result, the Cherubini Hunters are solidly built, seaworthy (with a capsize factor of under 2.00) and easily handled. They have a classic design, with broad "hips", wineglass transoms and squared-off cabin tops. We would not hesitate to sail our Hunter 27 off the coast, albeit with some improvements for safety. The Cherubini Hunters were featured in an article entitled "What about those good old Cherubini Hunters?", by Don Bodemann, published in my favorite magazine, Good Old Boat magazine, number 744, March/April '01 (http://www.goodoldboat.com). There's an excellent article about John Cherubini and his boat-building family at http://www.indecherub.com/worlds_best_sailboats.htm. Check the archives on this forum for some insight from JC II about our good ol' boats.
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If you own a cherubini you already own one of the best sail boats built. Just give it the tender loving care you would give anything you love and it will be there year after year. Mac s/v The Rose
If you own a cherubini you already own one of the best sail boats built. Just give it the tender loving care you would give anything you love and it will be there year after year. Mac s/v The Rose
Best Sailboats built
I'm happy to hear that I have purchased a used sailboat with a great reputation (all Hunter 25's) but not knowing a great deal about fiberglass and wear and tear, I'm dubious. My Hunter sailboat was built in 1976 when I was 16 and the same year my father, brother and I built a home-made Glen-L 16' catamaran (c-www.Glen-L.com under customer photos and the name "La-Chatte) that boat is long gone. I'm now 44 years of age, my back aches, my hair is falling out and my temples are starting to gray. What about a 28 year old fiberglass boat? Is its back aching? How long can a boat of this type last, it seems to be structually intact, it just needs a little cleanup and some interior renovations. Anyone know much about the mortality of a fiberglass boat of this generation?
I'm happy to hear that I have purchased a used sailboat with a great reputation (all Hunter 25's) but not knowing a great deal about fiberglass and wear and tear, I'm dubious. My Hunter sailboat was built in 1976 when I was 16 and the same year my father, brother and I built a home-made Glen-L 16' catamaran (c-www.Glen-L.com under customer photos and the name "La-Chatte) that boat is long gone. I'm now 44 years of age, my back aches, my hair is falling out and my temples are starting to gray. What about a 28 year old fiberglass boat? Is its back aching? How long can a boat of this type last, it seems to be structually intact, it just needs a little cleanup and some interior renovations. Anyone know much about the mortality of a fiberglass boat of this generation?
Good tough question
Mark, fiberglass sailboats may be in the class of things that were built better years ago. A while back I was talking with Catalina at their office here in Clearwater. It turns out they had located the first sailboat they had ever made and did an inspection of it. They said except for the wear on wood, fabric, etc. the boat was in fine shape. No problems at all with the fiberglass. My first boat was a 1966 Shock Endeavor 26'. Its fiberglass was better than the two boats I have had since. (An Ericson and a Hunter). Your Hunter 25 is a strong boat and will likely outlast the both of us. But, if you have a concern, get a survey. Your insurance may request one anyway. I would do it before you put it in the water. Have fun sailing.
Mark, fiberglass sailboats may be in the class of things that were built better years ago. A while back I was talking with Catalina at their office here in Clearwater. It turns out they had located the first sailboat they had ever made and did an inspection of it. They said except for the wear on wood, fabric, etc. the boat was in fine shape. No problems at all with the fiberglass. My first boat was a 1966 Shock Endeavor 26'. Its fiberglass was better than the two boats I have had since. (An Ericson and a Hunter). Your Hunter 25 is a strong boat and will likely outlast the both of us. But, if you have a concern, get a survey. Your insurance may request one anyway. I would do it before you put it in the water. Have fun sailing.
Fiberglass boats
Thank you Paul, it seems very interesting. We know that wooden boats eventually need their planks fixed/replaced (rot/dry rot etc.) but fiberglass boats have only been around for 40-50 years and it appears that their average length of life is yet to be determined. Good sailing, Mark
Thank you Paul, it seems very interesting. We know that wooden boats eventually need their planks fixed/replaced (rot/dry rot etc.) but fiberglass boats have only been around for 40-50 years and it appears that their average length of life is yet to be determined. Good sailing, Mark
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