I have read, with great interest, the many trailerable sailboat articles in the popular sailing magazines, but, I am concerned that the Hunter 212 in NEVER mentioned or recommended for purchase. Since I am contemplating the purchase of a 212 I would appreciate any comments about this boat. Thanks.
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Mark Malcolm
Good Question
and good observation...I've always wondered myself about the PR issue. Even though I'm an owner and am always looking for 212 feedback, info, articles - I rarely see any mention of the 212 anywhere. You may want to check the archives for similar threads as this. There was one last week I've posted below. Butch and Dave, you guys have insight into the marketing of the 212 - any thoughts?
and good observation...I've always wondered myself about the PR issue. Even though I'm an owner and am always looking for 212 feedback, info, articles - I rarely see any mention of the 212 anywhere. You may want to check the archives for similar threads as this. There was one last week I've posted below. Butch and Dave, you guys have insight into the marketing of the 212 - any thoughts?
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John Kivel
good question
When I first looked at the 212 I thought it was exactly the wrong boat. It's too small to picture myself spending a weekend in, which makes it a day sailer. If it's a day sailer why take up valuable space with a cabin? What changed my mind was taking my kids on a Flying Scott for a couple hours. The wind died, the kids got bored, they took a blanket and a couple jackets and the seat cushions under the bow of the boat, made a fort, and had a blast. Cool huh? I am now convinced that the 212 is exactly the RIGHT boat for a family with small kids. I may be purchasing one myself soon. John
When I first looked at the 212 I thought it was exactly the wrong boat. It's too small to picture myself spending a weekend in, which makes it a day sailer. If it's a day sailer why take up valuable space with a cabin? What changed my mind was taking my kids on a Flying Scott for a couple hours. The wind died, the kids got bored, they took a blanket and a couple jackets and the seat cushions under the bow of the boat, made a fort, and had a blast. Cool huh? I am now convinced that the 212 is exactly the RIGHT boat for a family with small kids. I may be purchasing one myself soon. John
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MARTY ALBRIGHT
I TRIED THE 212 FOR A MONTH.....
AND I WASN'T HAPPY WITH IT. I DIDN'T LIKE THE "COMPARTMENTED" CABIN SOLE. THE TUPPERWARE SINK WAS INCONVIENIENT. THE SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PUMP FAUCET BROKE WHEN FIRST CONNECTED. MY RUDDER BROKE ON THE FIRST SAIL. THE CABINTOP WAS CRACKED ABOVE THE WINDOWS ON BOTH SIDES (~3INCHES). THE MATTRESSES WERE TOTALLY INADEQUATE. ON THE POSITIVE SIDE: THE BOAT SAILED VERY WELL AND FAST AND WAS COMFORTABLE FOR 3-4 PEOPLE. I ENDED UP WITH THE 240 FOR ABOUT $6000 MORE AND AM VERY HAPPY WITH IT. IF YOU CAN AFFORD IT, I RECOMMEND SIZING UP A LITTLE.
AND I WASN'T HAPPY WITH IT. I DIDN'T LIKE THE "COMPARTMENTED" CABIN SOLE. THE TUPPERWARE SINK WAS INCONVIENIENT. THE SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PUMP FAUCET BROKE WHEN FIRST CONNECTED. MY RUDDER BROKE ON THE FIRST SAIL. THE CABINTOP WAS CRACKED ABOVE THE WINDOWS ON BOTH SIDES (~3INCHES). THE MATTRESSES WERE TOTALLY INADEQUATE. ON THE POSITIVE SIDE: THE BOAT SAILED VERY WELL AND FAST AND WAS COMFORTABLE FOR 3-4 PEOPLE. I ENDED UP WITH THE 240 FOR ABOUT $6000 MORE AND AM VERY HAPPY WITH IT. IF YOU CAN AFFORD IT, I RECOMMEND SIZING UP A LITTLE.
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Crazy Dave Condon
Hunter 212
The Hunter 212 was designed to be a fast and stable large daysailor with a small cabin. Interior is of course spartan. I never ordered the boat with the galley unit as I felt it was too much and bulky. You can get a portable butane stove and the little water you will use can be carried on board. Never would I drink from the water source in the galley unit. As for the cushions, you can opt for the interior cloth cushions. As for the rudder breaking, I have yet had that to happen with the ones I have placed out there. I wonder what the circumstances were when it broke would tell me better. As for the cracks mentioned, there was some problem with the raw material as the manufacturer of the raw materials let some get by to Hunter Composites accendentaly. It is easy to fix but in the worst case, the boats were replaced. Not many sailboat companies would do this but Hunter did. Have not had any trouble since then. All in all, the 212 is a nice boat to consider as a large daysailor with a small cabin. If your intent is to stay on board for long periord of times, then I would suggest considering the 240. I hope that helps you Dave and should you have any other questions, please put a new post to Crazy Dave-212. Thanks and good luck. Crazy Dave Condon
The Hunter 212 was designed to be a fast and stable large daysailor with a small cabin. Interior is of course spartan. I never ordered the boat with the galley unit as I felt it was too much and bulky. You can get a portable butane stove and the little water you will use can be carried on board. Never would I drink from the water source in the galley unit. As for the cushions, you can opt for the interior cloth cushions. As for the rudder breaking, I have yet had that to happen with the ones I have placed out there. I wonder what the circumstances were when it broke would tell me better. As for the cracks mentioned, there was some problem with the raw material as the manufacturer of the raw materials let some get by to Hunter Composites accendentaly. It is easy to fix but in the worst case, the boats were replaced. Not many sailboat companies would do this but Hunter did. Have not had any trouble since then. All in all, the 212 is a nice boat to consider as a large daysailor with a small cabin. If your intent is to stay on board for long periord of times, then I would suggest considering the 240. I hope that helps you Dave and should you have any other questions, please put a new post to Crazy Dave-212. Thanks and good luck. Crazy Dave Condon
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Mark Malcolm
Hey Dave
What's happening with the 212? It doesn't seem that Hunter is doing much to market this boat and I don't seem them being advertised at the local Hunter dealerships anymore....
What's happening with the 212? It doesn't seem that Hunter is doing much to market this boat and I don't seem them being advertised at the local Hunter dealerships anymore....
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Crazy Dave Condon
Update on the 212
For the record, Hunter Composites will be introducing the 216 at the Annapolis Boat Show. It essentially will be a big butt kicking daysailor with a small cuddy cabin. The 212 may still be made if the demand is there. I for one hate to see it go as I thought it was a good boat but we will see. The marketing will now be directed toward this boat. Crazy Dave Condon
For the record, Hunter Composites will be introducing the 216 at the Annapolis Boat Show. It essentially will be a big butt kicking daysailor with a small cuddy cabin. The 212 may still be made if the demand is there. I for one hate to see it go as I thought it was a good boat but we will see. The marketing will now be directed toward this boat. Crazy Dave Condon
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