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Review of the Hunter 23.5 by Daniel C. Wenborne

Year built 1994  
Location of boat Lake Mendota, Madison, WI  
The boat is sailed on Lakes  
How the boat is used Day sailing  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew solo  
Liveaboard?  
Owner bought the boat in 97'  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? No. The boat, or more specifically the rudder, takes more effort than I care to use. There have been times when it was all I could do to turn her into the wind. The original jib set-up is not a one person operation--at least not if you want to tack or jibe uneventfully.  
Gear that's been added No.  
Structural or complex improvements No.  
The boat's best features The roomy cockpit. deck surfacing, the boat's looks.  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. Jibe set-up, steering system, on-board water system.  
Sailing characterisitcs Passage too rough at winds of more than 18-20 knots. Not very forgiving if timing of jibe or tacking off slightly.  
Motoring characterisitcs 8hp. two stroke Evinrude underpowered, smelly--buy a four stroke--preferably a Honda 15hp.  
Liveability Unless you prefer a strong  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) NA  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any Broker--next time I'll wear body piercing armor and do my homework.  
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