I am looking at purchasing a Niagara 31 and would very much like to talk to owners of these boats - re good points, bad points, things to look out for etc. Thanks Brent Friedenberg
Info on Niagara 31
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They are quite well built boats though this is not one of German Frers faster designs. Most came with Volvo's & many sailors are not happy about parts prices and availability. They are also a cored hull. Be sure to get a survey.
I believe the Niagra 31 was designed by Mark Ellis and the boat was built by George Hinterhoeller. Mark Ellis is a Canadian, who I believe lives in NY now. The Niagra 31 is not a boat that I have owned, but have sailed and sailed against and have worked on. I think Hinterhoeller did a subperb job on all those boats (Nonsuch and Niagra). They quit when there was a fire in the plant and George has since passed away now. The Niagra 31 was a very nice sailing boat and quite good looking, I think. Get a survey and if nothing serious shows up, buy and enjoy. They are very well built and have a good reputation for quality.
It is my understanding, though I did google it to make sure I had not made a mistake, that German Frers designed the 31. Mark Ellis did design the 35 and the Nonsuch's..
This Practical Sailor Article confirms German Frers as the designer: Practical Sailor Niagara 31 (LINK)
Still does not change anything and Hinterholler built rock solid boat whether building Niagara's or Nonsuch's..
Owner Niagara 31
To Brent:
I am the original owner of a 1983 Niagara 31.
I have found it to be a very sound fast boat
that can be slightly "tender".
Currently I am interested in selling it for health reasons.
If interested please email me at rjason@ec.rr.com
Regards,
Ray Jason
To Brent:
I am the original owner of a 1983 Niagara 31.
I have found it to be a very sound fast boat
that can be slightly "tender".
Currently I am interested in selling it for health reasons.
If interested please email me at rjason@ec.rr.com
Regards,
Ray Jason
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