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Review of the Hunter 28.5 by Louis Phillippi

Year built 1985  
Location of boat Bullard's Bar Reservoir, CA  
The boat is sailed on Lakes  
How the boat is used Weekends and longer  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard?  
Owner bought the boat in 1999  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? Yes, although I haven't owned it long enough to discover its quirks. Essentially, I have researched this forum and others like it. That helped me make my decision to buy.  
Gear that's been added No additions yet.  
Structural or complex improvements  
The boat's best features A big boat for its length.  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc.  
Sailing characterisitcs  
Motoring characterisitcs  
Liveability  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any)  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any  
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