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The Hunter 170 is a joint venture between Hunter Marine and JY sailboats, which combines simplicity and comfort with toughness and performance. The boat and rigging are set up to be as simple as possible, allowing the owner to rig the boat and go sailing very quickly. The mast is light and can be put up by one person, although it's easier with two. The jib is set up on a roller-furling system with the sheets led back to swivel blocks in the cockpit. The mainsail is simple as well, with only one line necessary for the outhaul and a main halyard that is easily accessible on the mast from the cockpit. I was told that reef points for the sail are an option, but our test boat came with only two settings for the main-either all the way up, or all the way down. The mainsheet is placed conveniently near the helmsperson to trim while driving, but the block swivels so it can be trimmed just as easily by the crew. This simplicity results in a clean and uncluttered cockpit, making movement about the boat very easy.

The standard version of the Hunter 170 has a centerboard that draws 4 feet, 6 inches when fully lowered. It is built with a counterweight so it doesn't require a 270-pound linebacker or a maze of blocks to pull it back up. Combined with the swing-up rudder, landing on the beach or parking on a sandbar is a breeze. With the centerboard up the boat draws only 6 inches. An added bonus is the open transom, which allows for easy access when swimming or boarding. Another option is a 2.5-horsepower outboard, but we decided to go on our test with sails alone. With a blue sky, and about 15 knots of breeze, it couldn't have been a more perfect day for sailing. When I met up with Eric Macklin of Hunter Yachts at the Miami Yacht Club to take the boat for a spin, Macklin had the boat on the trailer waiting in line with the mast already up at boat ramp, and within minutes of our arrival, we had the boat floating at the dock.

Macklin gave me a verbal tour of the boat, and as I got myself acclimated, we sailed out into the bay. The boat comes with a canvas-covered storage area in the bow and sheet bags mounted at the mast. This is an excellent place to keep gear, life jackets, coolers, or other stuff out of the way. As I leaned forward to take the dockline off the bow, I found the one thing that I didn't like about the boat: It was a long reach from the cockpit to the forward cleats, and the canvas cover doesn't support a person's weight when leaning forward. This minor awkwardness aside, the canvas can easily be removed by unsnapping it if you need to reach forward, which is what I did.

The Hunter 170 turned quickly through the wind, and I found that, although a stable boat, it is still sensitive to weight placement, and in a breeze, you definitely need to be on the high side.

After the third tack, Macklin said, "Uh, you don't have to duck. That's one of the best things about the set-up." Of course, he was right and I had to laugh at myself. Years of sailing Lightnings had taken its toll-I was unconsciously ducking my head through each tack, even though the boom was a good three feet above it. In addition to the generous headroom, the clean layout of the cockpit can easily accommodate six people. The contoured benches were also very comfortable as we sat back to enjoy the view of Miami from the bay.

Upwind in the puffs, the wind was strong enough that we had to play the sails to keep the boat under control. Had we not been pushing the boat hard, we probably would have rolled up the jib and sailed under main alone, since with the fractional rig, the main alone provides plenty of power in breezier situations. With the boat heeled, I found that Hunter had the foresight to incorporate a toerail down the center of the cockpit floor. Sailing hard upwind with my feet now firmly planted, I noticed that the boat did not have a heavy weather helm even when it was fully heeled over. I was able to turn the boat up and down with the flick of the arm.

We cracked off slightly onto a reach, and the boat took off. The wide beam provided plenty of stability. Our test boat did not come with the optional asymmetrical spinnaker, but this is an option I would recommend for the sailor looking for lots of fun off-the-wind. We tested the roller-furling jib, and I found that, as with everything else on this boat, it was very easy to use. The line used to roll up the sail is led back to the cockpit and conveniently located next to the cleat for the jib sheet on the starboard side. Macklin suggested that the jib is easier to roll up when sailing dead downwind. The technique also made for a tidier-looking furling jib.

The 170 is built using Hunter's Advanced Composite Process, known as ACP, which makes the boat light, durable, and virtually unsinkable. The technique begins with a weather-resistant polymer on the outside and a knitted fiberglass fabric on the inside. A urethane foam is then injected in between and the resulting sandwich heated and vacuum formed, making it extremely strong and solid. The process is actually environmentally friendly, since the plastic used in the construction is recyclable. In fact, scraps from the building process are recycled on-site at the factory.

The exterior plastic is scuff-resistant, which makes the boat easy to clean and maintain. According to Hunter Marine, since the layers are bonded together and not laminated, delamination isn't even a possibility.

The foam core is also very light so that the boat weighs only 480 pounds. For the skeptics out there, Hunter stands behind the product and puts its money where its marketing is-the hull has a five-year warranty.

The 170's solid construction and straightforward layout make it ideal not only for beginners, but also for more experienced sailors who want a fast, simple boat to take out just for fun. Hunter has taken great steps to ensure that the 170 has a wide appeal by balancing durability and performance for a high fun factor. As is the case with so many of it boats, the company seems to have found the right combination.

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1987 Hunter Legend 37

Green Cove Springs, Florida

Make Hunter

Model Legend 37

Category Sloop

Posted 1 Week Ago

Navigational electronics include: Garmin echoMAP DV GPS/chartplotter/sonar; Ratheon Autohelm 4000 autopolit; Raytheon ST 60 Wind indicator; Raytheon ST 60 Speed indicator; Rayrheon Depth indicator; There is also a Combi VHF5500 VHF radio and a Pyle PLMRB29W stereo radio. Auxillary electric power is provided by two (2) 200W KOSTA solar panels, a Renogy Rover 40A MPPT charge controller, a Renogy 60A DC-DC battery charger, a Renogy BT-1 Bluetooth module, and two (2) Lossigy 12V 200Ah Lite PO4 Lithium batteries. There is also a Xantrex 1000W inverter and a ProMariner ProSport 20plus battery charger. A new JABSCO toilet was recenty installed (2/2024) and there is a 2022 Bris RIB dinghy and a Yamaha 4HP out board that was reconditioned in November 2023. Stock #393982 Nice Boat!! Just Back From the Bahamas!! Ready To Go Again!! Currently, on the hard in Green Cove Springs, FL, this nice Hunter 37 knows her way to the Bahamas and the Caribbean and she's ready to take you on your next (or first) sailing adventure. Entering the main salon, the galley is to port with a nav station on starboard. Just forward of the galley is the large salon and the settee opposite to starboard. The table folds down to maximize the space but when it is meal time it is large enough to accommodate the whole crew. The galley has a double sink, a gimbaled two-burner stove, and a microwave oven. There is also an entrance to the master stateroom from the galley. Forward, the Vee berth is large and comfortable with plenty of storage and has its own fresh water sink. The owner's stateroom is aft and offers a center line bed (rare for any aft cockpit sailboat). It can be entered via the galley or head and offers a standing headroom of up to 6'2". There are two hanging lockers and ample storage compartments. The head is to starboard and includes an onboard shower. Engine access and maintenance is easy and quick. Both the forward and aft engine compartment covers are removable in seconds and access is also available from each side. When not under sail the boat is powered by a Yanmar 3HM35F 30 HP diesel pushing a Kanzaki Hurth transmission. This 1987 Hunter Legend 37 is the perfect home on the water. The main salon is open and airy due to the skylights and the large portlights. The huge private aft stateroom offers an island double berth so there's no crawling over one another to get to bed. Guests can stay in the forward V berth and there's a sink in there for freshening up. The galley allows for cooking meals which can be enjoyed at the large folding dinette table that seats 6. The sail inventory includes an older genoa on a in-deck roller furler, and a new main. There is also a spinnaker but its condition is unknown. It is unknown when the standing rigging was replaced but it is serviceable and most of the running rigging is relatively new. The ground tackle includes a Delta 35# on 170' of 5/16th chain and 150' of 5.ths rode. There is also a spare Delta modifier 40# on 50' 3/8 chain and 135' of 5/8th" rode. Whether day sailing, racing, or cruising, this Hunter Legend 37 is a design that combines comfort, convenience, and style in a quality vessel that will serve you and your family for years to come. And this one is ready to set sail. Drop her in the water, hang your sails, and sail away. Reason for selling is done sailing.

2004 Hunter 170 BF8D1LHSA

Jackson Twp, New Jersey

Make Hunter 170

Model BF8D1LHSA

Category Daysailer Sailboats

Posted Over 1 Month

Great sailer Sails always rolled & stored in PVC tubes. Boat has only been in fresh water reservior, never salt water Perfect condition

1999 Hunter 170

Gilford, New Hampshire

1999 Hunter 170 Designed by the Hunter Design Team and produced by using the patented Advanced Composite Process, the Hunter 170 is the ultimate daysailer. Seating is no problem with the wide open and uncluttered cockpit. The open transom allows great access for swimming or boarding, and there is even a dual access storage area forward to store provisions. A wide beam will maintain stability while the hull design will perform on all points of sail. Beginners or seasoned sailors alike will appreciate the simplified rig with a large main and small jib. A kick-up centerboard and swing-up rudder makes beaching or landing a snap. Durability and safety are a priority. This craft is constructed through the Advanced Composite Process, which integrates ABS plastic, high density foam, and stitch bi-directional cloth into a tough, unsinkable hull which is far more impact-resistant than traditional fiberglass. Top-name hardware and sails complete this package into a great family daysailer. This boat also comes with a small OB far getting out to sail, and has its own traler

2001 Hunter 170

2001 Hunter 170 Designed by the Hunter Design Team and produced by using the patented Advanced Composite Process, the Hunter 170 is the ultimate daysailer. Seating is no problem with the wide open and uncluttered cockpit. The open transom allows great access for swimming or boarding, and there is even a dual access storage area forward to store provisions. A wide beam will maintain stability while the hull design will perform on all points of sail. Beginners or seasoned sailors alike will appreciate the simplified rig with a large main and small jib. A kick-up centerboard and swing-up rudder makes beaching or landing a snap. Durability and safety are a priority. This craft is constructed through the Advanced Composite Process, which integrates ABS plastic, high density foam, and stitch bi-directional cloth into a tough, unsinkable hull which is far more impact-resistant than traditional fiberglass. Top-name hardware and sails complete this package into a great family daysailer. This boat also comes with a small OB far getting out to sail, and has its own traler

1998 Hunter 170

Harbor Springs, Michigan

1998 Hunter 170 This 1998 Hunter 170 is the perfect daysailer with a large cockpit. Sail when you want, where you want on this easy to move and store boat. Included, there is a Magic Tilt trailer, Roller Furling Jib, Main, and a motor mount.

2007 Hunter 170

Muskegon, Michigan

2007 Hunter 170 The Hunter 170's fantastic open transom design allows for super easy land or water access to the cockpit. The canvas cuddy forward unsnaps for easy bow access. The extraordinary seven foot beam keeps you stable, with seating for six in the clean and clutter-free cockpit. With a large main and small jib, beginners can handle the simple rig like a pro. This setup also provides fun for the seasoned sailor. The kick-up centerboard and swing-up rudder makes beaching a breeze. This boat has only been sailed a handful of times and appears to be like brand new! She is ready to sail away today! No work required!

2001 Hunter 170 Sailboat - Traler Included - We Export -

Hardeeville, South Carolina

Category Sailboats

Length 17.1

2001 Hunter 170 Sailboat - Traler Included - -We Export - See a video of this item The H170 is an extremely comfortable day-sailer with a large open cockpit that is very easy to get around in due to the design of the centerboard which barely intrudes into the cockpit area. The high boom means rarely ducking when tacking. The boat sails in a a whisper wind, yet also handles well when the wind picks up. The open transom makes it easy to get in & out from the water. Custom aircraft aluminum transom mount accommodates up to a 10hp motor. Includes:Roller Furling Jib,Swing-Up Centerboard (4'6")Includes Galvanized Trailer Mast crutch and winch Specs: Length Overall: 17' 1"Waterline Length: 14'5"Beam: 7'Draft (Board Up): 6" Draft (Board Down): 4'6"Dry Wight: 480lbMast Height: 25'6"Sail Area: 150ftTowing Wight: 760lbMaximum Weight Capacity (People/Gear): 1,120lbMax. Capacity: 6 PersonsMax Engine Size: 10hp Vessel purchase is completed upon the success of a Hull inspection of manufacturer’s specifications only if purchaser desires this option. A REFUNDABLE deposit of $500 is required prior to conducting this survey per applicable EBAY offering.SEE OTHER AUCTION ITEMS AND FUTURE LISTINGS BY ABC MOTORS & MARINE (Soon to be "411Marine")! CONTACT US (843) 784-5797 or VIA EBAY MESSAGE SERVICESReferences are available upon requestOur corporate office is located in Hardeeville South Carolina just 29 miles from beautiful Hilton Head Island SC and only 15 miles from Savannah GA. This boat is on site in our gated lot where marine and auto services are additionally offered. Trailers are offered and usually sold separately.Boats can be launched or sea trialed if applicable from Hardeeville, Hilton Head, or Savannah. Please call to obtain a shipping quote as we can ship anywhere in the world. OVERSEAS BUYERS – We can build cradles for this vessel as well as assist with Shipping & transport to ports.Do not presume accessories or apparatus for this craft will be furnished. Bidding for this craft must be according to what has been seen upon viewing. Vessels are sold as is and as seen and where is. Disclaimer: The Company presents the specifications of this vessel in goodwill but cannot certify or warrant the precision of advertised information nor warrant the state of this vessel. The purchaser ought to examine particulars as the purchaser deems necessary or required to authenticate these particulars. The craft is presented subject to any preceding sale, price amendment, or withdrawal without notice. All marine and automotive crafts or parts that are owned or brokered by ABC Motors & Marine and/or associates are sold IN PRESENT CONDITION, LOCATION, AND WITH NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. NO WARRANTIES OF DEALER CAPACITY AND HEALTH AT ALL. No oral contract can be pertain to the sale of any marine or auto product. The vessel will include all legal and title documents pertaining to transfer of ownership. The overall condition of the hull is as described for the year of the boat. Delivery is available at the rate of $3.00 per mile one way inside the continental United States. ABC Motors & Marine offers transport and shipping services worldwide which must be negotiated prior to the closing of the sale, if at all possible. Please contact Chris at ABC Motors & Marine via EBay message services to discuss quotes for these services. Please Note!!!! Seller reserves the right to remove this ad at any time. Vessel is for sale on other site locations as well. If prospective bidder has negative feedback or a purchase rating of less than 5 purchases, please contact ABC Motors & Marine prior to bidding at 843-784-5797. Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid that is deemed not from a competent bidder. Winning bidder MUST make a deposit of $500.00 via Pay Pal within 48 hrs of winning bid on EBay. Otherwise seller reserves the right to sell boat by whatever means chosen unless purchaser makes other arrangements prior to the end of sale with seller. ABC Motors is a licensed boat dealer in the state of South Carolina, USA. We are a family owned business since 1998. We make every effort to depict said vessels precisely, and entirely. Nevertheless we can not be held liable to such portrayals due to numerous dynamics such as weather conditions, convenience, setting etc. We usually do not charge fees for hoisting, blocking nor titling fee’s. Fee Schedule and payment requirements: Seller requires $500 deposit within 48 hours of sale or auction close. Buyer has 7 days from sale or auction end to disburse payment unless otherwise negotiated. FINAL PAYMENT IS TO BE MADE VIA Bank to Bank WIRE TRANSFER OR CASH WITHIN (10) ten days. Fourteen (14) days are allowed for delivery or pick-up of purchased vessel. After 14 days without successful delivery or pick-up of vessel, regular storage rates of $10.00 per day will apply, unless otherwise negotiated. Sales tax is buyer’s responsibility in home state or country. Buyer is responsible for shipping unless otherwise negotiated prior to or within 14 day of sale. In the event there is litigation filed by either party, the sole jurisdiction / venue shall be governed by South Carolina law, and MUST take place in the State Of South Carolina, USA. We appreciate your business.Best RegardsABC Motors & Marine, USA

Hunter 170 Sailboat

Bloomingdale, Georgia

Length 17.0

I have owned this boat for about 8 years as second owner. The first owner and I both used it only in fresh water. I never left it out in summer or winter, instead it was garaged when not in use. However it still developed some cracks in the fiberglass in the area common to this boat which are on the upper hull. This does not affect the sailing performance at all. It has all the original equipment plus some up grades on the hardware. It comes with an on boom sail cover and galvanized trailer. The sails are in above average condition with the main sail having a hole repair that was the size of a fifty cent piece. Wasps had built a nest under the sail cover one summer and chewed the hole (they paid for it!). I have the snap on bow cover with fiberglass staves to help it keep its shape. Jib has a roller furler and sunbrella cover when rolled. Any other questions call me 912-667-6716.

2002 HUNTER 170 SAILBOAT

Dallas, Texas

2002 Hunter 170 in very good condition. Mainsail and jib are like new. Hull is in excellent condition with no wear. Minor cosmetic surface wear/cracks near rear, easily repairable. Cushions are bow cover are new. All hardware is in excellent condition with no rust or need for replacement. Trailer included and in excellent condition with all working lights and spare tire.

Slidell, Louisiana

1999 Hunter 170 sailboat with Long 2002 trailer. Both are in great condition. Garage kept and ready to go. Sturdy and easy to sail. There is a motor mount on the sailboat.Located in the New Orleans area. (70461) Buyer is responsible for picking up or for shipping.

2008 Hunter Marine 170

Ticonderoga, New York

Make Hunter Marine

2008 Hunter Marine 170, Boat and Trailer w/ Yamaha MotorMain SailRoller Furling JibStored insideLittle Usage

2002 Hunter 170

Rochester, New York

Private Seller (585) 225-7219 Photos Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Close Request Information * Name First Name * Email Telephone (optional) Best Time to Contact Anytime Morning Mid-day Evening Question/Comments (optional) Shop Safely: Protect Your Money. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. Contact Seller 2002 Hunter 170,2002 hull purchased new 2004, one owner. Good condition, well-maintained, many extras. Mainsail with 1-line reefing, roll-up jib with extra window, seat cushions, sail cover, boom kicker, Excellent daysailer, easy to rig, sail and trailer. Includes Karavan trailer with good tires, spare tire & good bearings. Honda 2 hp motor like new available for additional $1,000. $3995, 5852257219 Be sure: Get a boat history report|Finance this boat|Get an insurance quote|

Groton, Connecticut

Private Seller (860) 912-4349 Photos Photo 1 Photo 2 Close Request Information * Name First Name * Email Telephone (optional) Best Time to Contact Anytime Morning Mid-day Evening Question/Comments (optional) Shop Safely: Protect Your Money. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. Contact Seller 2002 Hunter 170,2002 Hunter 170. Lightly used, in excellent condition. Price includes all rigging, trailer and 2.5 hp Mercury Outboard motor (less than 20 hours). For more detailed information about the Hunter 170, see http://marlow-hunter.com/wp-content/uploads/H170Brochure2003.pdf. $5000.00, 8609124349 Be sure: Get a boat history report|Finance this boat|Get an insurance quote|

Hunter sail boat 17ft

Hastings, Minnesota

2004 HUNTER 170 is a great day sailboat for beginners and knowledgeable sailors alike. Please email any questions and I will do my best to answer them.

2015 Marlow Hunter 31

Port Sanilac, Michigan

Make Marlow Hunter

2015 Marlow Hunter 31 This beautiful Marlow Hunter 31 is on the market after just a few months.  The current owners have decided to move up in size.  The boat was launched in May of 2015 and has very few hours on the engine.  The 5 year hull warranty is transferable to the next owner so it will be an excellent buy for the next boater.  The stunning grey gelcoat on the hull is a real show-stopper and has received many compliments.  Plus the interior of the boat boasts lovely dura-leather cushions in pearl.  The interior is bright and spacious with an open-plan living that is new to the Marlow-Hunter line.  This boat is a must see for anyone looking in this size range.  To order a new boat with the same specifications would be over $170,000 at today's prices.   Please contact Port Sanilac Marina today to arrange a tour.

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The Hunter 170 is a 17.08ft fractional sloop designed by Hunter Design Team and built in acp thermo formed plastic by Hunter Marine (USA) since 1999.

The Hunter 170 is a light sailboat which is a very high performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a racing boat.

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Are Hunter Sailboats Any Good? (My Honest Experience)

There are a ton of different sailboat brands in the world today. Trying to decide which one is best, is no easy task. It comes down to a bit of fact and personal opinion, but that’s my opinion.

Hunter is a very well-known brand of sailboats. Hunter sailboats are a good boat depending on your needs and what you will be using your boat for primarily. They were designed as a more budget-friendly boat with all of the basic features needed for good coastal cruising.

The debate about whether a Hunter sailboat is good or not has been going on since the company started and there are a lot of pros and cons out there on the sailboat forums. This article is going to go over Hunters and cover as many of the pros and cons as possible. There will be facts and my personal opinion throughout this article. I just want to cover as much as possible so you will have the knowledge you need when considering a Hunter.

The History Of Hunter Sailboats

In the 1800s Henry Luhrs, a German immigrant, outfitted trading ships. He continued to work on boats his whole life and eventually passed the skills on to his grandson. His grandson was also named Henry and continued the family trade on the Jersey coast, building and repairing recreational and fishing boats. After a while, Henry and his sons started the Hunter Company in 1973 in Alachua, Florida, as a sailboat manufacturer.

Luhrs was the owner of the company, but the early boat designs were done by a man named John E. Cherubini. One of the most recognizable boats of the Hunter legacy is the Cherubini Hunter 30. In my opinion, this is a fantastic boat.

Towards the end of the 1980s, the company did run into trouble. Luhrs was not necessarily running the company at this time, he was out sailing the world and had let a board of management take over. The management team had started to run the company into the ground. They did this by only offering a 1-year warranty, poorly built boats, and terrible customer service for its customers. This would be sure to end any company. Luhrs, with fear his company would go under, decided to return immediately and address the issues at hand. He decided to do a whole restructuring of production and decided extending the warranty from one year to five years would be a good start. Luhrs also hired Canadian designer Rob Mazza in 1991 to take over the design and coordinate the production process. These many steps and others helped get the company back on track.

Hunter is responsible for several market innovations, including their trademark stainless steel cockpit arch and their use of the B&R rig. The B&R rig uses swept spreaders that are usually angled aft, together with “stays” running diagonally downward from the tip of the spreaders to the attachment of the next pair of spreaders to the mast or to the intersection of the mast with the deck, that facilitates a pre-bend of the mast (curving aft).

In 2012 Hunter Marine entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company was sold in August 2012 to David E. Marlow, owner of Marlow Yachts and the name changed to Marlow-Hunter, LLC.

Marlow-Hunter continues to produce sailboats to this day and I must say….they are beautiful designs.

Before we start the debate about whether Hunter sailboats are good or not, let’s look at one or two of their better models.

Cherubini Hunter 30

The Cherubini Hunter 30 is one of the most recognizable Hunters out there today. They were first built in the year 1973 and were made until the year1983. Roughly a thousand of these boats were made and you can find them all over the world.

Here are some more facts about the Hunter 30.

• Hull Type: Fin with rudder on skeg
• Rigging Type: Masthead Sloop
• LOA: 30.40 ft / 9.27 m
• Displacement: 9,700 lb / 4,400 kg
• Beam: 10.17 ft / 3.10 m

I have personally sailed on this boat and I found it to be very solid and a great all-around boat. I sailed it in the Gulf of Mexico and the bays around the area and it was always a great experience.

When sailing it felt very sturdy in the water. I never got the feeling that we were being pushed off course in the slightest. There were also a few times that we heeled over and put the rails in the water and it handled that just fine. From the outside, the boat is very recognizable with its unique design, but the cabin below is quite a common layout and design.

I feel like the cabin resembles most 30-foot boats of that time period. There might have been a touch more space in the overall design than other boats but the look and feel are all the same if you compare it to a Catalina or O’Day of the same time period. That is my personal opinion of course.

Would I purchase one of these for myself? I would definitely consider it. They are a great design and very solid. I don’t think I would have any problems with this boat, whether I was sailing it on a lake or across the Atlantic. Some will say it is not a bluewater boat, but I have read plenty of articles about people actually sailing in the bluewater. It just comes down to the captain and what you are comfortable with.

Let’s look at another type of Hunter, the Hunter 37 Legend!

The Hunter 37 Legend

This boat is a less commonly seen Hunter but still a very impressive one. Warren Luhrs was the designer of this vessel. It was not in production long just from 1986 to 1988, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a good design. This design gets great reviews from the internet and has a great design for speed and comfort. I have only researched this one and watched videos about it. I would very much like to sail one of these someday, but they are not very common as I mentioned.

• Hull Type: Fin w/spade rudder
• Rigging Type: Fractional Sloop
• LOA: 37.50 ft / 11.43 m
• LWL: 31.33 ft / 9.55 m
• Beam: 12.83 ft / 3.91 m
• S.A. (reported): 704.00 ft 2  / 65.40 m 2
• Draft (max): 6.67 ft / 2.03 m
• Displacement: 14,900 lb / 6,759 kg

To get a better look at this boat please take a look at the video below. It is a quick overview of the boat itself.

After researching this boat, I would very much like to have it. This one has a ton of great features and would be perfect for some long weekend sail trips with a good group of friends. If you find a good deal on this one, I would take a second look.

Let us address one of the bigger issues in the next section, which is the bad reviews Hunter sailboats get.

Why Do Hunter Sailboats Get Such Bad Reviews? Personal Opinion

I have done a lot of research and read a lot of forums about Hunter sailboats online and they tend to get a bad rap. There are a lot of discussions about how they are cheaply made and won’t handle open ocean sailing, but I have seen videos of them handling it just fine. Maybe people have had bad experiences with a Hunter before?

There are also bad reviews on certain designs which make sense. Not every sailboat that Hunter has produced, is something I would consider. That can be said about every boat company. I’m sure even Catalina (my favorite brand) has a bad design here or there. One of the complaints was a Hunter sailboat designed without a backstay. This is very upsetting to some sailors and I would have to agree.

The backstay is what helps hold up the back end of the boom when sailing. Technically the mainsail does this as well but the backstay helps keep the shape much better. I have lowered the sail before without a backstay and you have to be very careful because your boom is going to drop right into the cockpit if you don’t have some other means of support. Some people may have a good reason for no backstay, maybe in a racing condition, but for casual life on the water, I definitely want one.

I wouldn’t rule out Hunters just for this or maybe one bad experience on one, you need to give the Hunter brand a chance. Everybody has an opinion on the internet and a lot of them will be against Hunter sailboats. That’s the internet for you though. The internet can say whatever it wants about anything in this world, even if it doesn’t have good evidence. That’s why I think personal experience is the best evidence here.

Take car brands for example. So many people will say don’t buy a ford or a chevy or dodge because it will break down on you. To be clear, every brand of car has had models broken down on them. It is not necessarily the brand, it’s the improper care of the vehicle or a random breakdown of an engine part. The brand itself still makes good vehicles you just had bad luck.

That is why I say you need to try out a few Hunters before claiming them to be a terrible boat.

The last thing I will say about this subject is that I have met multiple Hunter sailboat owners and they have loved their boats. I have not met one captain who owned a Hunter and did not like it. I only found out about their bad reviews by going online and researching them. Take all of this with a grain of salt though, I am just giving you my honest opinion. Check out the video below for another opinion on Hunter sailboats. This is a great video, be sure to check out his channel as well.

Final Thoughts

This article talked about Hunter sailboats and if they are any good. The history of the Hunter brand was discussed and is currently named Marlow-Hunter because the Marlow Yacht company purchased Hunter in 2011. We discussed the Cherubini 30 and the 37 Legend, both of which are great boats in my opinion. That was a big topic in the last section of this article, opinions. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, and that’s what keeps these great sailboat discussions going. We need these great discussions to keep going and fill our minds with as much knowledge as possible. Get out there and talk to people with Hunter sailboats to get the most information you possibly can. I hope this article provided you with some Hunter knowledge to help you in your sailing life. Cheers!

Boatlifehq owner and author/editor of this article.

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Hunter 170...Anything to beware of?

• Thread starter JimInPB
• Start date Sep 27, 2017
• Hunter Owner Forums
• Day Sailers

I may purchase a used Hunter 170 in the next couple of days. Do these boats have any known issues that I should watch out for? Thanks, Jim  

Captain Larry-DH

I had one and it would blow over (capsize) on its mooring in strong thunder storms. It's top heavy. It happened to mine twice in one summer (in a harbor in Long Island Sound) burying it's mast in the bottom mud. In Florida where you have daily thunderstorms, I'd suggest you keep it mast-down on a trailer or in a slip where you can attach guy lines. It's tender under sail relying on crew weight for ballast, and the motor bracket is not sturdy enough. It's also pretty fast and a lot of fun to sail. This is a racing/sport boat for people who know how to swim. Hunter didn't market it as a sport boat but IMHO it is definitely NOT a staid family daysailer. If you get this boat I recommend you buy one of those football-shaped floats they sell to keep Hobie Cats from turning turtle, and attach it to the top of the mast. That way if you go over the masthead will float and it won't be too difficult to right it again, which should be possible with (adult) crew weight. If the masthead sinks you would have difficulty righting it without assistance from a powerboat.  

PS - it's the big brother to the JY 15 racing boat. Originally designed and made by JY, and sold by Hunter under the Hunter name as an OEM deal. I don't know what happened later, whether Hunter took JY over or adopted production.  

Crazy Dave Condon

Jim; Like every boat, the Hunter 170 had it's pros and cons. However I will disagree to much what has been said in this thread. First I am a retired Hunter dealer who introduced and probably sold the largest amount of these boats telling Hunter in many cases how to fix them. Hunter entered into agreement with JY Boats owned by Dave Eck to get into the small boat market for a variety of reasons. 17 suggestions from me were incorporated into that design. However, I was not a fan of the ACP or plastic outer skin style boat but rather fiberglass. This is one suggestion not heeded. I learned a lot from Dave Eck. The biggest issue is when the manufacturers changed forumualtion of the ACP materials without any notice to JY and later Hunter (Hunter bought out JY and later moved the company to Florida to a controlled environment) which caused cracking. When that happened, cracks could be seen, many of the boats being repairable. There were some that had to be replaced which Hunter did even after the warranty ran out. That was the biggest issue. THEREFORE, if the boat you are looking at has no cracks, then that is what I called one of the good boats to be considered. Just like any boat that has been hit hard, damage will occur. With any daysailor of that size and weight, I never suggested it be on a mooring just due to the circumstances described above. This happened to others to include those manufactured by ComPac, Catalina, Precision and the list goes on as I used to sell them too. Therefore to say it was only Hunter is far from the truth. The suggestion about the mast ball being placed on top of the daysailors, as one of the largest if not the largest small boat dealer, I use to suggest them as standard equipment for all daysailors because even the experienced and novices when the boats would go over would prevent turtling or the mast going under just like with Hobie. Most daysailors are more flat on the bottom of the hulls vs. V shaped. I am now speaking in layman's terms. The less wetted surface the better for sailing. Thus if heeling too much you had more wetted surface in the water thus slowing down a boat not to mention the safety issue and scaring the heck out of anyone going sailing with you. To end this, you sailed slower so the phrase from me, sail faster with less heel was suggested. In addition, I never suggested sailing any daysailor no more than 12-14 degree heel controlled by sail control and the amount of sail being used for the wind conditions. Thus my suggestion for roller furling jib being standard and I think one reef on the mainsail (cannot remember if that was standard) were incorporated suggested by me. This was true for the 170. In addition the experience level will always vary from sailor to sailor. As for the motor mount, there is some truth to that. I never put anything over 2 hp on that boat and found the Honda 2hp standard shaft 15 or 20 inch shaft was sufficient as it had I think a forward/neutral /reverse handle vs. Tohatsu (makers of Nissan, Mariner and small Mercury engines as well) since those little engines had to be turned around vs. shifting which in some situations were dicy for those using the 170. However, larger engines and yes I have seen even a 9.9 being use were over rated for the boat or simply too much power for that motor mount would invariably cause failure of that mount. Then of course I have seen backing up too fast hitting the motor extremely hard for example on a dock. The motor mount for an overrated engine either too much power and/or weight caused much of the damage to them. So caution is urged on the motor should you buy the 170 and suggested is the Honda 2 hp with the lever control of F/N/R. As for repairs, much has been said but I can help you on that. As for being designed as a racer, the intent was on a family oriented daysailor with a bigger cockpit so four could sit very comfortably. Yes you will get varying opinions but I go by knowledge and experience only when I respond to this forum. Feel free to contact me anytime by forum email.  

Crazy Dave Condon said: Most daysailors are more flat on the bottom of the hulls vs. V shaped. I am now speaking in layman's terms. The less wetted surface the better for sailing. Thus if heeling too much you had more wetted surface in the water thus slowing down a boat not to mention the safety issue and scaring the heck out of anyone going sailing with you. To end this, you sailed slower so the phrase from me, sail faster with less heel was suggested. Click to expand

Thank you gentlemen for the excellent replies. I intend to keep the boat on a trailer, so capsize at mooring is not likely to be an issue for me. Out of curiosity though, did that happen with the board down or only with the board up? In my exuberant youth, I was a pretty avid sunfish sailor, even taking that little boat out when the breeze was so strong that I would come back in with bent spars. I managed to not capsize that little potato chip of a boat in those conditions, so I had not considered the need for adding a mast head float to the day sailor, but the float does seem like a good idea & I probably will heed that advice. A friend turtled a Mercury in Cape Cod Bay once, during last minute trials for the PBIR. I remember how much effort was required to get that boat righted again. It was not an experience that I wish to duplicate. As for a motor, the boat comes with a 2.3hp Honda short shaft that looks to be the spin-around type. I was planning to change over to a 30 pound thrust electric trolling motor with 3-speeds forward & reverse. It's only a 500# boat. I was figuring that would probably be enough to get it in & out of the docks. I plan to sail, not motor a lot. The 2.3 can go on a little RHIB that I use for a tender. My primary purpose in buying this boat is to have a boat that is small enough for me to step the mast by myself, so that when I feel like sailing, I can just throw it in the water & go. I currently have a 212. That mast is cumbersome to step without assistance from a second person. This leads me to another question that I should have asked in the first place. How difficult is that mast to put up solo? It looks like about a 20' stick, so I assumed that it would not be that bad. Am I wrong in that assumption? Last line of questions - about the plastic cracks: Are there certain years of production to look for that are known to be better than others? Are there certain areas where I should be looking for them? Is the problem mostly cosmetic? Or are we looking at a potential genuine structural failure here? Thanks, Jim  

The <MacGregor mast raising system ( http://shop.bwyachts.com/category-s/403.htm ) will make it a heck of a lot easier to raise the mast by one person on the 17', or any boat, if you have furling gear and need to go under bridges or power lines. If no furling gear, a simple pole and mainsheet arrangement will make it easier to lift the mast carefully. Check youtube.com In my world the CDI furler adds almost 50# to mast weight. I did not know that when I got it. But the furler makes life easier when guests are aboard and when wind increases. If you are worried about stability there are options for increasing weight of centerboard or adding internal ballast. Sailboats and gusty winds are not a good combination for a family with young children. A sudden gust can knock you over before you can react. Initially try to sail in winds under 10 mph with family aboard. Never cleat the mainsheet,keep it on your hand ready to let go. The point of sail has a lot influence on sailing. Knowledgeable sailors can keep the boat upright and on plane in steady 20 mph (windmeter indicated) winds. Above that it is useless to go sailing in an unballasted boat. No matter what salesmen and Xpurts say. BTW. I sail in the open ocean only., After many capsizes without the hobie foam ball on mast and having jetskiers and motorboaters rescue my upside down boat I went with a Catalina 16.5K. The K stands for keel. 250# of it. Don't trust the weather forecasts too much. They are 30% accurate. A Hobie 16 has righting straps available that make it a lot easier to right the catamaran. I have used them. I do not know of such for monohulls. Because Hobie sailors flip boat all the time trying to fly a hull they came up with righting straps. Monohull sailors do not like to admit their unballasted boats trip and are a bear to set back upright. Suzuki has a 2.5hp with clutch that weights around 29 to 32#. Tohatsu/Nissan/Mercury and now Evinrude have a 2.5 and 3.5 at 38 to 42# with Neutral and Forward. To get a reverse you have to go to the 4 to 6hp models which weight in at a heavy 60# (all three of them). All are four strokes and with proper maintenance will run on one pull but must be store without gasoline anywhere near them. The only way you can get two horsepower engines now if from Chinese off brand mfgrs. We all know what their mfg without foreign interference is like. I prefer the T/N/M/E models because of the neutral to reverse you have to rotate engine around 180 degrees and put it in fwd. I opted for the 3.5 hp with long leg as I have to run an inlet with tides. Tides run 4 to 5 mph under bridges and the bridge tenders has no patience and will lower the bridge on your mast if you take too long. A Minn Kota 55# and two furiously paddling fools will not get the boat out of the bridge tenders mast blasting ways. It will however move the boat at it's max rated prop speed of 3.5 to 4 MPH wind free. With wind you can end up going backwards if not sailing and electropowering through. I would keep the motor you have if it weights less than 35#. An electric motor and a battery will run close to 70# and it's a pItA to haul the battery around to charge it. You get one hour of power out of a 1000 cca 130 min @ 20 Amps battery with a 55# MK>  

If you leave boat on a mooring or dock, raise the centerboard to avoid tripping. A 35 to 40# battery in the bilge will add stability to avoid flipping or going over.  

Thank you all for the excellent first hand information. I am going to look at the boat tomorrow morning with cash in hand. I will keep an eye out for cracks. I will also ask for a quick sea trial. Regards, Jim  

Jackdaw; The biggest thing with that boat is not to heel over 12-14 degrees and that was experience talking to me on sailing the boat. As for this boat we can agree to disagree on wetted surface but that was the general conclusion of others and I am specifying this boat. Probably not true with others. Solarfly; The boat came standard with roller furling As for motors it has been a while since retiring so the newer model of engines I do not know but a simple gas motor using ethanol free gas is the way to go. If you want to use an electric motor then you have to mount a battery somewhere and there is word of caution on doing that with this boat. They do sell an electric motor I think which contains the battery but again weight for the motor mount may be an issue. As for Honda, Tohatsu, they are Japanese motors and the one thing about Japanese, they make good product, not junk Jim; you can raise the mast but one trick to help you is to have a line either a longer topping lift or jib halyard that you can use to tie the mast off when in the up position to allow you to get off the boat and go around to attach the forestay to the chain plate. Keep us posted.  

I’m leaving to look at the boat in a few minutes. Thank you for the last minute info. Solarfy’s information about motors agrees with what I found when I went to look for a motor for my 21. I gave up the forward/reverse shifting & 1/2hp to save 20 pounds on a motor that I plan to remove from the stern & store down below for longer trips. For me, the easy on & easy off ability was an important feature. The little Honda on this 170 is an air cooled motor which is nice because there is no water pump to go bad & you don’t need to flush it after use in salt water. It has a centrifugal clutch, which I am concerned may be a wear item. When you rev the motor up, the clutch grabs & the prop spins in one direction only. There is no such thing as shifting to neutral or reverse on this motor. It works like an old school go-kart. The electric motor with a built in battery is called a Torqueedo (sp?). The battery pack is Lithium Ion & does not weigh very much. Those motors come in a few different sizes, but generally pack a pretty good punch for a small electric motor. I have seen one push a J-24. They are kind of pricey. The use of a trolling motor on this boat is an idea that I have now. I may change my mind after trying the boat & after seeing how well the existing motor works. I was going to use a 30# thrust only because I have one kicking around already. I may rethink that based on Solarfy & BobbyFunn's published experiences.  

IMHO Keep using the Honda. If it ain't broke....  

The min kota trolling motors have stems that are too long for small sailboats. It was constantly trying to figure out how to swing it up so that the rudder handle wasnt blocked and the motor housing wasnt 4 feet behind the motor mount. All the weight ofa trolling motor is in the motor housing. Thats a lot of leverage. I took mine apart and cut about a foot and a half off the stem. Now i can pull the whole thing up, then fold forward, with the handle up. Full rudder. May i am an idiot and wasnt smart enough to do a better way. Now i drop the motor all the way down and i know its a good depth. The speed control is nothing more than a kitchen stove knob with a long stick. It would be cool to simply place the knob by seat, but it is handy to control by motor and or rudder. I envy motors since they dont appear to have issues with the rudder handle.  

Crazy Dave Condon said: Jackdaw; The biggest thing with that boat is not to heel over 12-14 degrees and that was experience talking to me on sailing the boat. As for this boat we can agree to disagree on wetted surface but that was the general conclusion of others and I am specifying this boat. Click to expand

After locking accounts thanks to the Equifax hack which I am one of those with mush brains I am responding. As I said to Jackdaw in a private message, I generally agree but it depends on the individual boat and the number of folks on board. This is true with the H 170 and we can agree to disagree. This was a consensus at Hunter which I relied on but again it depends on those; anyway I still stand behind what I said and the max heel suggested is 12-14 degrees.  

This is going to end up sounding like hunter didnt appy much science to the 170 and this would be a cool new thread. If the hull was perfectly ellipsoidal at all angles of sail then the wetted area would be equal at all angles of heel. There is actually a patent for a hull of this design. The 170 is not perfectly ellipsoidal so it cannot have the same wetted area at all angles of heel. The bottom is in fact very flat and square past the centerboard and very triangular in the front. In any situation where the beam stretches the ellipsoid out the wetted surface must decrease as the hull on the opposite side is forced out of the water. Displacement must also not change, so the hull will go deeper, adding some new wetted surfaces. Extra credit, does the lwl get longer also affecting hull speed? Hobie cats heel lifting the opposite hull out of water, reducing the wetted surface of one completely while sinking the other slightly. Heres the rub. The more wedge like the hull shape, the more a center rudder comes out of the water and vectors the water flow along a suboptimal direction with increasing heel. Lots of pizza slices have a duel rudder so that as the hull leaves the water, another purpose built rudder can take its place. With a single centerboard heeling raises the draft and also causes the foil to fail its applied purpose. Think of dehedral wings on a plane. On planes the wings make a slight v shape upwards. More heel is like trying to take off from a runway while your wings are folding upwards. You have speed, you have great foil shape, but the lift is not not in the right direction.(its inwards versus up) Lots of pizza slices also have foils that are raised and lowered for each tack so that there is a purpose built lifting daggerboard. So there it is. The 170 is pizza slice that has less wetted surface when heeled, but does not have the foiling appendages or centerboard weight needed for excessive heel. It sails faster with extreme heel but at the expense of control. Loss of control includes rounding up as well as no rudder control and slipping. Downwind with centerboard up, heeled some, you're gonna fly. The beam was made wide to fit your wife and kids. Hunter stopped the science there.  

Well, I did it. I bought the little day sailor. Now I have a project on my hands. The hull has a fair amount of top side cracking, but not enough to really scare me. Of somewhat greater concern is a few square feet of delamination around the chincy little motor mount. That is going to take some time & effort to fix. The rudder looks good. The centerboard looks good. The bottom looks good. The mast has a slight bend to one side that I should be able to fix. The rest of the standing rigging looks good. My sail maker tells me that the sails are good. The motor had a dirty carb. It was also overfull with clean oil. It also had nasty black oil in the lower unit, which contradicts the sellers claim that the motor only had 10 hours on it. I got the carb cleaned out & got the motor running last night. It actually runs well. Unfortunately, it seems to have a spent lower clutch bearing or upper drive shaft bearing. I'm going to need to pull the lower portions of the motor apart to get to that & see what parts are needed. The motor is nice & shiny. It looks new. I don't see corrosion. I haven't found stuck fasteners nor "bubba'd" fastener heads yet. It should be well worth fixing. The trailer has some badly rusted parts, but they are bolt on items that can be easily replaced. The basic frame is solid. The bearings are good. The tires seemed OK after I put air in them. The lights are partially functional, but need work. I will need to add bearing buddies. I got it all for about half of average retail book value, so I think that I sort of got what I paid for. Once I get the issues taken care of, I should have a fun little day sail boat.  

Jack, thank you for the picture. I was wondering how much freeboard was normal on that boat. Now I have a reference. In addition to that, I too though that Dave's statement about the way wetted surface changes with heel was a typo when I first read it. Thank you for checking on that. Dave, thank you for the heel angle recommendation. I had no previous benchmark for that boat. I am starting from zero experience here. Any additional knowledge & information you care to share is welcomed & appreciated. Bobby, thank you for the tech details. I'm not sure that I understand the pizza slice reference, but the rest of it was a very good read. As for the extra credit question - it looks to me like LWL is not going to change by more than a few inches, so I would not expect a significant change in hull speed, but at this point, that is just conjecture on my part.  

Congrats on purchase! Sounds like you are confident in repairs and will enjoy the process. If the mast is bent check out the jib swivals on top and the drum below and mske sure they operate smoithly theattacment points all look good. Look for a manufacturing date on tires. They may be original. They are so cheep that it makes no sense to risk keeping them if they are older than 5-10 years. I needed a reciprocating saw to get most items off the trailor including the lights. Pizza slice refers to the modern shape of racing monohulls. The top down view is that of a pizza wedge. It think designers use it for planning hulls. Planing also rrduces wetted surfaces. Let us know when you get it out. Film it and put it on youtube. Theres hardly any good videos out there on 170s  

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2006 Hunter Hunter 17

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Seller's Description

Hunter 17 sailboat that was used for one summer on fresh water lake; has been stored in shrinkwrap ever since; sails, inlcuding a roller furling jib, and accessories are like new. The boat just needs to be cleaned up. 4 stroke honda motor and trailer included!

Equipment: sailboat with all parts; Main sail; roller furling jib; honda motor; seat cushions; trailer

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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