$1,800
Monroe, New Jersey
Category
Catamarans
Length
16.0
Posted Over 1 Month
Prindle 16 Sailing Catamaran and trailer, highly customized, many spare parts. At a glance:Clean Title for the boatClean Title for the trailerEverything is new - tons of money invested, see below.Boat and trailer are modified to save 40 minutes on rigging, see below.Trailer is modified to keep car away from salt water, see below. About Prindle 16 Prindle 16 has slightly larger hulls compared to the Hobie Cat 16, and tends to have more buoyancy and is often recommended for novices. Prindle is a tough boat and doesn't have the famous Hobie Cat weak spots where the hulls rot. Parts are readily available from online retailers This is a very fun boat with 1-4 people. I've clocked 20+ mph on it in the Keyport area and I have never sailed anything before and have had no instruction. I've even sailed with it overnight (island camping). About THIS Prindle 16 The boat and trailer have been modified to reduce the setup time. Prior to modifications it took me about an hour to rig the boat and get it ready to launch. After modifications, it takes me less than 20 (and I'm always doing it alone). Modifications include: Boat is on trailer backwards so that the rudders stay on.PVC rudder supports to prevent rudder damage.Quick-Release forestay (shackle rated for 2500lbs), quick-release boom, etc (no D-rings)Shrouds always stay on because the boat is backwards on the trailer.I use micro bungees for batten ties, they stay on.The only setup is therefore: raise mast, clip in boom, raise sails.Longer trailer tongue keeps your car away from salt water. Maintenance and Repairs - Boat (Starting with the Initial reconditioning after purchase)2012: New trampoline from Slo Sail and Canvas, Tanara UV-resistant thread and pocket upgrades. Should last for decades even in direct sunlight. ($480)2012: New PVC-coated rigging (all of it) from Salty Dog Marine ($150)2012: New Lines (all of them) from Salty Dog Marine ($125)2012: Minor sail repairs using dacron cloth and UV resistant polyester thread.2012: All new batten pockets (main sail)2012: All new fiberglass battens (main sail) ($50)2012: Bridle bow tang (stainless steel), new2012: Main cam cleat ($30)2012: New tell-tails, new sheaves for mast, many small hardware upgrades.2012: Minor punctures in hull repaired with marine epoxy (3mm or smaller)2012: Designed an integrated righting pole system (8 foot pivoting pole). Can't right the boat in the water without it, it's too heavy.2013: Added quick-release pins for everything - main to boom, boom to mast, etc.2013: PVC hiking stick, about 8' long.2013: New hull plugs and drain plugs.2014: New downhaul block Maintenance and Repairs - Trailer2012: new wheels and tires2012: Cold galvanized the whole thing.2012: all new LED lights: rear, sidemarkers, license plate, all new wiring with 12AWG ($150)2012: new trailer jack (with caster) ($30)2014: Custom built telescoping trailer tongue extender to keep the tow vehicle away from salt water. Extends trailer 4 feet, made out of 11 gauge steel. New coupler.2014: New galvanized axle, bearings, seals, etc. Old axle was rusted beyond repair. 2014: Brand new Bearing Buddies on hubs. Current ConditionSails are good and have no tears. Jib has a couple of teeth missing on the zipper but it works fine.Trailer is 100% with new axles, wheels, lights, coupler, etc.Boat is 100% with new everything, though looks a bit dirty due to the plankton in Keyport Bay and a few off-color epoxy spots.No repairs are needed at this time. You are welcome to arrange to inspect the boat. I'm available most days by appointment. I've invested $2840.54 in this boat over the last 3 years, and now you may not have to. (Yes, I have a complete maintenance record). This is obviously a unique item and I'm sure that it will find the right buyer who can appreciate the features.
