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Review of the Hunter 28.5 by Don Meadors

Year built 1988  
Location of boat Norfolk, VA  
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?  
Owner bought the boat in 1998  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes  
Gear that's been added Autopilot, GPS, CD, Inverter  
Structural or complex improvements no  
The boat's best features Outstanding layout. Easy to sail. Confortable at most points of sail.  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. Drip from stuffing box not draining into bilge. Constabt source of aggrevation.Traveller not positioned where it is confortable to use.  
Sailing characterisitcs Sails easy in heavy weather 15-20 Knots. Requires reefing befour other boats its size, but handles best whem properly trimed.  
Motoring characterisitcs Motors and backs superbly. Can easily motor at 6 knots  
Liveability OK for 2 adults and 2 kids for 2-3 days, but gets crowded fast. Excellent boat for 2 for longer cruises.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) Limited, but on every call they were responsive and always returned my calls.  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any Purchased boat from Bay Harbor Brokerage. Ron gives excellent service befour and after the sell. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a used boat.  
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