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Review of the Hunter 306 by cynthia kelly

Year built 2002  
Location of boat pudget sound  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Weekends and longer  
Normal wind strength 16-22 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? No  
Owner bought the boat in 2005  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes  
Gear that's been added chart plotter, forced air heat  
Structural or complex improvements no  
The boat's best features cock pit is roomy so is the aft cabin  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. having issues with main sail reaching top of mast. The dinnett table is a very poor design, we have trouble getting comfortable in the cabin.  
Sailing characterisitcs handles wonderfully in 15-25 knots of wind although because of lack of experience I am more comfortable reefing at 25 knots.  
Motoring characterisitcs to much vibration  
Liveability could not live aboard. My husband and I go for 3 to 6 days at a stretch gets uncomfortable, we are concidering trading to the hunter 33.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any)  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any We bought our boat from Signature Yachts in Seattle Wa. They responded quickly to small issues and provid excellent service. We can call and get a fast response. We intend to buy our next boat from this dealership.  
Other comments Change the dinnett table