There's a colleague here on BeachCats selling an '88 Prindle 18 on a trailer. I recently moved close to the water in Maryland, and I'm returning to cat sailing after several decades.

Is this a good deal? http://www.TheBeachcats.com/classifieds/showproduct.php?product=14844

What about that pink sail? Wow. Is everyone gonna laugh at me?

looks like a good deal to me if the boat is sound
i always recommend a test rig (take notes / video) and a test sail to prove all is in working order

"What about that pink sail? Wow. Is everyone gonna laugh at me? icon_confused "

I actually think it looks pretty cool

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Edited by carl2 on Oct 18, 2016 - 03:20 PM.

I agree if the boat is solid then it is a good deal. Check the top and sides for soft spots. Check the transom for
repairs. Pink sail would not bother me but if they laugh just tell them that you are sailing the wife's boat today.

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douglasflather

Is this a good deal? http://www.TheBeachcats.com/classifieds/showproduct.php?product=14844

What about that pink sail? Wow. Is everyone gonna laugh at me?

Frankly, assuming it is complete as described "ready to sail" it look under-priced. Really just the galvanized trailer, wheels, and fiberglass storage boxes are worth nearly the asking price.

I think the sail looks fabulous. But most important, if that is a recent picture, it looks to be in great condition and not even faded.

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Check for soft spots in the decks forward of the front cross beam. If she's good bring her down to Point Lookout we'll be able to spot her from across the river at Lewisetta with that sail.

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I think 1988 was the last year of the 18..... which is evident with the square boom that came with the 18-2 and 19...

I would grab it if it were close by predicated on their being no holes or soft spots on the hull... which I doubt you'll find.



Edited by JohnES on Oct 18, 2016 - 09:02 PM.

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I like the magenta sails. Looks like my brother-in-law's H16. This picture doesn't do it justice as it is not faded.



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Everyone, thanks so much for your inputs, advice (and reassurance on that sail!)

Maybe I'll stick a big pink ribbon decal on the sail too. Heck, if the guys in the NFL can wear pink socks and cleats, I can sail pink with confidence.

I plan to go have a look within a weekend or two.
If it's as good as it looks in the pics, the seller is gonna be happy to have found a buyer.

To all you Maryland Chessies, watch for me on the bay.
You won't be able to un-see me out there.

If you do end up with the boat, you could call it the "Pink Panther", after all, he was indeed a Cat. Lol.

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To all you Maryland Chessies, watch for me on the bay.
You won't be able to un-see me out there.

You're on! Where do you launch from?



Edited by gahamby on Oct 19, 2016 - 06:43 PM.

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Hahaha, that would be such a cool sail for sure!!!

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Hahaha, that would be such a cool sail for sure!!!

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@gahamby

I'm in a conversation now with MD Yacht Club in the Dena to let me keep it on their beach. That would be sweet.

If that doesn't work out, probably trailer to Fort Smallwood. How about you?

There was a Columbia 29 in South Florida that had decks painted the same color. The owner swore it was the best color when getting beat on by the sun. He had some sea miles under him so no one dared make fun of him, quite a site to see though.

douglasflather

@gahamby

I'm in a conversation now with MD Yacht Club in the Dena to let me keep it on their beach. That would be sweet.

If that doesn't work out, probably trailer to Fort Smallwood.

You may want to hook up with this group (s)

http://crac.sailregattas.com/_/crac/ui/Index.aspx

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Edited by JohnES on Oct 23, 2016 - 12:52 PM.

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