V
Vinny Johar
I'm looking very seriously into purchasing a 1990 Hunter 33.5 as my transition from racing J/24's and J/30's into cruising. Some of the reviews I've read here, however, indicate that the Hunter 33.5 may be a bit tender as wind increases above 15 knots. The Displacement-Length Ratio (as I calculate it) is on the low end of Medium Displacement. I don't want a boat that's so stable it doesn't move in light breeze, but at the same time, since I will be single handing a lot, I would like to know I can eat a puff and not be on my ear. I've only sailed on one twice, but never with enough wind to know how it performs in the 20 knot range. Any input would be greatly appreciated.