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Review of the Hunter 30_74-83 by jacka parker

Year built 1978  
Location of boat gulf shores al.  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Weekends and longer  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? No  
Owner bought the boat in 1998  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes  
Gear that's been added furler, bimini, vhf, gps. anchors  
Structural or complex improvements  
The boat's best features family station wagon  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc.  
Sailing characterisitcs weather helm in winds around 18 knots  
Motoring characterisitcs in reverse it crabs to starboard, the installed yanmar is underpowered in coastal tides and currents  
Liveability a 30' is sparse but livable for short periods  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any)  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any  
Other comments I like the older models (pre 80's) for strenth