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Review of the Hunter 23.5 by Scott Thomann

Year built 1996  
Location of boat West Point Georgia  
The boat is sailed on Lakes  
How the boat is used Day sailing  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? No  
Owner bought the boat in 2004  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes, yes yes Love the boat  
Gear that's been added Nothing  
Structural or complex improvements no  
The boat's best features She loves to Sail,  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. none  
Sailing characterisitcs she is a little tender do to the water ballast but you get use to it and she is fine. I seen 30 mph gust with a reefed main and no head what a ride.  
Motoring characterisitcs I have a 8hp mercury and its great 7 knots at 3/4  
Liveability Great for the week end.. I have added a 5,000 btu ac that I put companion way in the dead of the summer you need a blanket.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) Very kind and helpful  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any  
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