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jaydh · 30-06-2009, 05:34

Hi cbcat,

I owned hull 13, a 1999/2000 380. Yeah, they are not fast, but forgiving. I had no quality issues at all. It was very roomy and comfy and easy to handle alone. That boat went from Lauderdale....around the Carib and I delivered it to new owners in PV, Mexico. No dramas at all. On the delivery trip it was grossly over-weight with stores and fuel. Downwind it'd go 8-12 (30+ knots up the bum) and would surf into the high teens/low 20s. Average speeds were 7-8 in decent conditions. It was pushed hard at times too.

A large screecher helped in light air. I believe the new owners are still chartering it daily in Mexico(vallarta sailing??). No damage, no failures on the hull or rig while I had it. If you want a lower cost cruising cat they are just fine. Keep an eye on exchange rates with the franc.

best - J

30-06-2009, 05:34	#15
jaydh Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 55	380 comments Hi cbcat, I owned hull 13, a 1999/2000 380. Yeah, they are not fast, but forgiving. I had no quality issues at all. It was very roomy and comfy and easy to handle alone. That boat went from Lauderdale....around the Carib and I delivered it to new owners in PV, Mexico. No dramas at all. On the delivery trip it was grossly over-weight with stores and fuel. Downwind it'd go 8-12 (30+ knots up the bum) and would surf into the high teens/low 20s. Average speeds were 7-8 in decent conditions. It was pushed hard at times too. A large screecher helped in light air. I believe the new owners are still chartering it daily in Mexico(vallarta sailing??). No damage, no failures on the hull or rig while I had it. If you want a lower cost cruising cat they are just fine. Keep an eye on exchange rates with the franc. best - J