Macgregor 25 vs Catalina 22

[Theomancy]

If I had to choose between the 2, I'd go with Macgregor 25.

[Jim Cate]

Originally Posted by killyourguitar

I'm picking up a free c22 this Saturday :-) I got to get my Venture 25 off my trailer to do it and I'm trying to figure out how to build a cradle so I can pull my trailer out. Any pointers? I have a little bit of lumber, a couple of 10 ft 2 by 12, a 4 x 6 post by 10 foot I think a couple of 4 by 4 posts either 8 or 10 foot and some other miscellaneous smaller lumber. Thanks in advance :-)

I would suggest that you start your own thread posing this question. Buried at the end of a very old thread won't get you the readership you need.

Good luck on the project.

Jim

[Flynndog]

Tough call. Both are good boats.

The 25' Mac is bigger, light and quick (recently apparently entered into the "sailboat hall of fame or some such...) It can be singlehanded, and parts seem readily available. Light and fast when properly sailed, no frills. Does it have the pop top canvas? Motors (and especially ones capable of charging batteries or running lights) are expensive.

The 22' has an outboard, and they're not cheap. They both have trailers (condition?) and sounds like they may both have hull and rigging to be replaced. Check your agent for insurance costs. They are generally pretty cheap.

WHERE ARE YOU GOING TO STORE IT?