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Review of the Hunter 28 by Lenny LaCroix

Year built 1991  
Location of boat channel islands  
The boat is sailed on Open ocean  
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 2001  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes  
Gear that's been added dinghy & motor  
Structural or complex improvements not yet  
The boat's best features The balance of the boat It's ability to point up The accessability of the motor the open transom Galley lay-out  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. auto tiller (not your fault)  
Sailing characterisitcs The boat is well balance and points up very well  
Motoring characterisitcs Sporadically, it is difficult to start. Otherwise it is fine.  
Liveability For a 28 ft. boat the interior is very well designed. The berths are not that comfortable which precludes long trips  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) Positive.  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any n/a  
Other comments Since taking ownership in Sept 2001 I have only sailed her less than 100 hours. I look forward to spending more time on the boat nd getting more experience with the various systems.