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JohnES

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Posted: Sep 21, 2016 - 12:12 AM

pknapp66If you are up for another adventure and don't have your heart set on an "NA" then here is what looks like a good deal. https://reno.craigslist.org/boa/5766014341.html

That looks like a good deal.... If I was in the market this would be on a short list...

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John Schwartz
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MN3

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Posted: Sep 21, 2016 - 11:16 AM

look for mystere 5.5 or 6.0
both great boats in that size
MN3

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Posted: Sep 21, 2016 - 11:24 AM

Quote The only mainsail was mylar and looked to be in good shape except for the 4 foot and 2 foot tears. Despite picture with jib furled, there was no roller furler. Had larger inspection port that was put it near transom that was cupped and cover would not screw down on it. Sail box on trailer leaked and all sails inside were wet

Inspection ports can be replaced with little cost and time - that wouldn't be a deal breaker for me ... but a cause for massive inspection

after closer look in the ad, i cant tell if there is a furler on the boat...

BUT, there were no extra sails (as mentioned in the ad)?, the sails were damaged (not mentioned)?,
THAT SUCKS
sorry to hear

Edited by MN3 on Sep 21, 2016 - 11:27 AM.
spoulton

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Posted: Sep 21, 2016 - 01:21 PM

No guts, no glory, this time it didn't work out. But the worst part is looking at the 6.0 made me want a new (used) boat even more and I have thought maybe I should have just got it and done the repairs. Would definitely consider a Prindle 19 and would love to find a Mystere 6.0. If anyone is selling or sees any would love to get the info.

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Scott
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pknapp66

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Posted: Sep 21, 2016 - 10:34 PM

Scott here is your new boat less than 2 hours away. I will take my finders fee in beer.
Wait aluminum trailer and beach wheels. Why am I not getting it?

Pete

http://www.ebay.com/itm/prindle-19-catamaran-sailboat-in-Lewes-Delaware/222252571262?_trksid=p2045573.c100034.m2102&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160824094423%26meid%3D1fec7a8b4b4d4d059717e41f2f8f3cfc%26pid%3D100034%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D8%26sd%3D331973938289

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Pete Knapp
Schodack landing,NY
Goodall Viper,AHPC Viper,Nacra I20
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Edchris177

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Posted: Sep 21, 2016 - 11:08 PM

That is the same Trailex AL trailer I have, they rock. You can move them around by hand with ease.
Re-reading your OP, if you want weight carrying ability, and large column hulls for rough water, along with performance, it is hard to beat the modern Mystere 6.0
That's 6 metre, or 20'.
There are a number of them for sale in Quebec. 4 hours closer than the one you looked at. Use the Kijiji site for Canada sales, almost no one uses Craigslist here. The ads are mostly in French,but most of them also speak English. You can also copy & paste the text into Google Translate. Also, when converted to USD$, the price will be 30%less.
http://www.kijiji.ca/b-quebec/catamaran/k0l9001
Here a couple of standouts.
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-vo…earchNavigationFlag=true
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-vo…earchNavigationFlag=true
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-vo…earchNavigationFlag=true
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-vo…earchNavigationFlag=true
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-vo…earchNavigationFlag=true
If you are set on a Nacra, here is a 2000 model, with new sails.
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-sp…earchNavigationFlag=true

Edited by Edchris177 on Sep 21, 2016 - 11:22 PM.

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MN3

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Posted: Sep 22, 2016 - 12:48 PM

that prindle looks nice - if it's as sound as i looks, that price is a steal
JohnES

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Posted: Sep 22, 2016 - 01:35 PM

pknapp66Scott here is your new boat less than 2 hours away. I will take my finders fee in beer.
Wait aluminum trailer and beach wheels. Why am I not getting it?

Pete

http://www.ebay.com/itm/prindle-19-catamaran-sailboat-in-Lewes-Delaware/222252571262?_trksid=p2045573.c100034.m2102&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160824094423%26meid%3D1fec7a8b4b4d4d059717e41f2f8f3cfc%26pid%3D100034%26rk%3D5%26rkt%3D8%26sd%3D331973938289

Still has the original Prindle strickers on it... $2,500 ... that's a great deal.

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JohnES

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Posted: Sep 22, 2016 - 01:44 PM

Also, some other food for thought...

The prices of the Inter / NACRA 20 are dropping. There a four of them for sale on the west coat, five years ago you we're lucky to even find one. I sold mine then because I was approached with the right offer... it was a seller's market then, not now... Put the impulse on hold for a bit and save up some more sheckles... you wont regret it if you do...

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John Schwartz
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martyr

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Posted: Sep 22, 2016 - 02:31 PM

Hahaha, the seller of that Prindle 19 states that, "after 3 hours of sailing, the starboard hull had maybe 2 cups of water in it and the right none". Nice.

Edited by martyr on Sep 22, 2016 - 02:35 PM.

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Marty
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Edchris177

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Posted: Sep 22, 2016 - 06:12 PM

Quote"after 3 hours of sailing, the starboard hull had maybe 2 cups of water in it and the right none". Nice. icon_razz

Why not?
The boat looks to be in very good condition.
I have an '84 Hobie Magnum. So far I have sailed it 41 days this season, & I have never pulled the drain plugs. It got a bit of water from rain when I left the hatch covers open, but I can sail for days in moderate conditions & only see a shot glass or two in either hull.

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martyr

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Posted: Sep 22, 2016 - 08:28 PM

Oooooookay......

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Marty
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JohnES

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Posted: Sep 22, 2016 - 10:46 PM

martyrHahaha, the seller of that Prindle 19 states that, "after 3 hours of sailing, the starboard hull had maybe 2 cups of water in it and the right none". Nice. Edited by martyr on Sep 22, 2016 - 02:35 PM.

Nothing abnormal about this....

I will tact up wind to get a screaming broad reach on my Classic 18 which has me burring the hull a few times up to the main beam... When I get back to the beach, I will always drain more water out of that hull than the other... 2 cups from a boat with a centerboard/dagger-board well... meh!!! 2 quarts.. OK "Houston we have problem!"

Anyway.... looks like that 6.0 sold

Edited by JohnES on Sep 22, 2016 - 10:48 PM.

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John Schwartz
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jackrabbit

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Posted: Sep 23, 2016 - 01:42 AM

Scott thanks for all help.....38 hour round trip,1899 miles and the NACRA 6.0 is home!!!!! wow what a boat!!!. More to come . steve
martyr

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Posted: Sep 23, 2016 - 01:44 AM

I guess I have to explain. The starboard hull IS the right hull. So, read what the seller was stating. The starboard hull had maybe 2 cups of water in it and the right none. Get it now????

For what it's worth, I sailed my 1984 H16 two days over Labor Day weekend and didn't have a drop of water in either hulls.

Edited by martyr on Sep 23, 2016 - 01:49 AM.

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Marty
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tominpa

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Posted: Sep 23, 2016 - 06:20 PM

My NACRA 5.7 was collecting so much water in the hulls last fall, I had to come in after 20 minutes to drain gallons from each side. Since the restoration, no water, but if a hull takes on water, it's not the end of the world, it just means too much fun (or years) hitting the beach.

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Pennsylvania
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martyr

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Posted: Sep 24, 2016 - 03:43 AM

That Prindle 19 looks like a very sleek and fast cat for sure.
My point was that I was wondering if the seller knew the starboard side from the port side, not about water intrusion.

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Marty
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JohnES

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Posted: Sep 24, 2016 - 01:48 PM

martyr
For what it's worth, I sailed my 1984 H16 two days over Labor Day weekend and didn't have a drop of water in either hulls. Edited by martyr on Sep 23, 2016 - 01:49 AM.

You weren't sailing it hard....

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martyr

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Posted: Sep 24, 2016 - 05:26 PM

The wind was light, what I would call light anyway, cruised pretty well at times and was making a wake behind the boat, no hull flying though, but the boat did stay moored over night in deep water and didn't have any issues with water intrusion. I think that's pretty good for a 32 year old boat.

And now for something completely different...

Edited by martyr on Sep 24, 2016 - 06:28 PM.

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Marty
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JohnES

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Posted: Sep 25, 2016 - 02:04 PM

martyr

And now for something completely different...Edited by martyr on Sep 24, 2016 - 06:28 PM.

I see you're from Opelika... I use to spend a lot of time in Alexander City (late 80's early 90's) Bet you can't guess who I worked for...

Always wanted to sail on Lake Martin, but none of the work mates had a sail boat... Motor boat (the bigger the better) and jet skis were the norm

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John Schwartz
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