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• By Jim Swartwout
• Updated: November 16, 2010

Hunter 31 368 cp

Hunter Marine introduced the Hunter 31 in 1983, and it remained in production for four years. My 1986 Hunter 31, which I named Aquarius, was 3 years old when I acquired it, and it had only been lightly used. I found it fun to sail. It had a real big-boat feel, with tight, cable-linked wheel steering, and it cruised comfortably at 5 to 6 knots. The high bow and unusually high freeboard for a 31-footer made it a dry sailing boat in the normal range of cruising conditions.

This model, in Hunter fashion, was fitted with a B&R rig, which, with its double swept-back spreaders, has a very racy look. The mainsail carries a lot of roach, so even with a 135-percent masthead jib, the boat usually had a slight but pleasing amount of weather helm. Aquarius didn’t do well off the wind, partly due to the swept spreaders, which limited the extent to which the mainsail could be eased. The answer, which is the best one anyway, was to tack downwind. Aquarius wanted a reef early, in maybe 15 knots of wind; the large main has two reef points, both of which I frequently used. I found it fairly easy to balance the sails on a reach but almost impossible to heave to in the conventional way. The boat was too eager to sail and could make 2 or 3 knots with the jib backed and the mainsheet free.

At 9,000 pounds, the Hunter 31 is light enough not to need a windlass; the ground tackle can be paid out and retrieved manually, procedures facilitated by the easily accessed anchor well and bow roller.

The side decks and handholds are more than adequate for safely going forward while under way, and the very large cockpit has ergonomically comfortable seating and more than adequate stowage in the lockers.

Power is supplied by a 16-horsepower Yanmar diesel. The engine compartment has surprisingly good access for a boat of its size, and the acoustic insulation is outstanding.

Belowdecks, the Hunter 31 has a dinette that seats four to starboard, and there’s a settee to port. Because the table is supported by a single leg near the boat’s centerline and the full length of the table outboard, it’s more stable than a typical single-pedestal table. It made a good navigating station in a seaway and could accommodate a full-size chart.

The “real” chart table is small and at the head of the quarter berth on the port side. This berth is tight, with very low overhead clearance and several protrusions to bang into. The V-berth forward is of a decent size.

The simple galley has an Origo non-pressurized alcohol stove with two burners and an oven. The reefer is a well-insulated icebox-a block of ice would easily last three to five days.

The head, forward on the starboard side, is simple but functional. Unfortunately, both the shower sump and the icebox drain into the bilge, which is very shallow. Also, because of the boat’s grid-pattern pan construction, when I sailed Aquarius in a seaway, water would flow to numerous inaccessible areas and not drain directly back to the bilge.

The Hunter 31 is a very practical boat for coastal cruising, and with its simple systems, it’s easy to maintain. I liked the lines of my boat, and seeing Aquarius at anchor from ashore or a dinghy always made me smile.

Jim Swartwout learned to sail on Chesapeake Bay, but his primary cruising area today extends from Santa Barbara to San Diego and includes the ports and islands in between.

Hunter 31 LOA 31′ 4″ (9.55 m.) LWL 26′ 3″ (8.00 m.) Beam 10′ 11″ (3.33 m.) Draft (shoal/deep) 4′ 0″/5′ 3″ (1.22/1.60 m.) Sail Area (100%) 458 sq. ft. (42.55 sq. m.) Ballast 3,500 lb. (1,587 kg.) Displacement 9,000 lb. (4,082 kg.) Ballast/D .39 D/L 222 SA/D 16.9 Water 35 gal. (133 l.) Fuel 18 gal. (68 l.) Engine 16-hp. Yanmar diesel Designer Cortland Steck and Hunter Design Group

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2007 | 31' Hunter 31 Sailboat for Sale

2007 hunter, 31' (9.45m) 31 -.

• Bayville New Jersey United States
• Fiberglass Hull

$ 47,500 USD

€ 44,621 euros $ 65,377 cad.

• EMAIL BROKER

Description

This clean one-owner Hunter 31 features wheel steering, furling jib, furling mainsail, comfortable interior, shallow draft fixed wing keel and inboard Yanmar diesel. She has always been well cared for. Terrific for day-sailing , family weekending and couple cruising. Easy to sail B&R Rig with all lines led aft. Large cockpit with stern rail seats. Comfortable below with two private cabins, large salon, galley and enclosed head w/shower.  

LOA: 31' " (9.45 Meters)

Type: Sail - Used

Bridge Clearance: ' "

Draft Max: ' "

Draft Min: ' "

Maximum Speed: Knots

Cruise Speed: Knots

Fuel Type: Diesel

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Fuel Tank: Gallons ( Liters)

Fresh Water: Gallons ( Liters)

Holding Tank: Gallons ( Liters)

Full Details

Manufacturer provided description.

Maximum efficiency and comfort has been built into the interior of the Hunter 31. The forward cabin is larger than those in most boats of this class, achieved by adjusting the forward hull shape without affecting performance. A private aft cabin is also provided on the Hunter 31, along with an enclosed head with vanity and shower. The galley has an icebox, two-burner stove and stainless steel sink. Designer fabrics run throughout the Hunter 31, and the interior layout is clean and streamlined. You'll love the Hunter 31's seakindly handling as well.

Accommodations

  All the features of Hunter's larger boats. including a roomy cockpit with the step-thru transom and stern rail seats. Interior layout features two private cabins, a spacious salon galley and enclosed head with shower. Galley features corian countertops, 2 burner propane stove, microwave, sink, ice box and abundant storage. Head includes manual flush marine toilet, holding tank, deck pumpout. Shower, sink, vanity. 

Electrical and Electronics

• 30 Amp 120V Shore Power
• Shore Power cord
• Battery Charger
• two marine batteries
• Icom VHF Radio
•  Cabin and cockpit speakers
• 2 Electric fans below
• Raymarine Depth
• Raymarine Speed

Additional Description

The computer-designed, solid fiberglass hull is the result of extensive testing and special engineering. Hunter designed the 31 considering both the weights of a small 1-2 person crew and larger 8-10 person crew with gear to insure low drag efficiencies under a variety of load and wind conditions. Henderson says the balanced spade rudder they designed for the 31 has good clean flow over foil sections, and helps make the boat fast and fun to sail. Hunter continues its concept of low maintenance exteriors with its all fiberglass deck. The cockpit is roomy and features a Lewmar Direct Drive steering system, optional folding wheel, hot/cold transom shower and a stern rail with Flexiteek seats.

Additional Equipment

• Anchor w/chain and rode
• Lewmar folding steering wheel
• Fire extinguisher
• Life jackets
• First aid kit

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

• Engine Make: Yanmar
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• Engine Year: 2007
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• Power HP: 21.00

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Hunter Channel 31: A sporty, solidly built cruiser

• David Harding
• February 3, 2022

A solidly built cruiser with a sporty edge and twin-keel option, Hunter’s Channel 31 has been impressing since her launch 22 years ago. David Harding sails one to find out why

One of the few Channel 31s moulded with blue gelcoat, Freya has been given additional vinyl styling at the bow. Credit: David Harding

Product Overview

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Brand loyalty is often strong among boat owners. If you find a boat you like, there’s a good chance that, when you come to move up or down, you will buy another one from the same builder. In Kevin and Maggie Cullimore’s case, it was moving up to the Hunter Channel 31.

Their first family cruising boat was a Hunter Ranger 245, which they bought in kit form at the London Boat Show in 1998.

Kevin fitted it out in the space of a few months and they sailed it for five years before two growing children dictated that a bigger boat was in order.

They were fortunate enough to find a Hunter Ranger 27 that had hardly been used.

Like Kevin, the owner had built it from a kit. Then he found out that his family actively disliked sailing, so it had to go. Kevin re-built much of the interior and it became his family’s boat for several years.

They cruised extensively, crossing to the Channel Islands on occasions, and were more than happy with their second Hunter.

A self-tacking jib came as standard on the Hunter Channel 31. Credit: David Harding

No matter how settled you think you might be, however, life has a way of making you reconsider – and that’s exactly what happened to Kevin and Maggie.

On a visit to the East Coast one day, they stumbled across a Hunter Channel 31 bearing a ‘for sale’ sign.

‘We hadn’t been planning to buy a bigger boat’, says Kevin. ‘I had always wanted a 31 but didn’t think I could afford one. Still, seeing this one, we decided to have a look anyway.’

As chance would have it, they learned from the broker that the owner of the 31 was looking to move to a smaller Hunter.

So Kevin sent all the photos of his 27 – the fact that he had fitted a TV in the saloon proved to be a major selling point – and the 31’s owner visited Poole to have a look.

A deal was done, the new owner of the 27 sailed it back to the East Coast and Kevin sailed his new 31 from Woodbridge home to Poole.

Kevin Cullimore has equipped Freya for self-sufficient, short-handed cruising. Credit: David Harding

That was in 2013, since when he – usually with Maggie, sometimes solo or with friends – has continued to cruise Freya widely.

France and the Isles of Scilly have been destinations on longer trips, in between which Freya has often been seen in the Solent and the West Country.

It’s all a far cry from Kevin’s early trial-and-error adventures with his Eclipse that he trailed to the Mediterranean and sailed to the Balearics.

Getting Freya to the condition she’s in now has been an ongoing process.

Plusher than on earlier Hunters, the interior provides plenty of stowage, handholds and bracing points. Credit: David Harding

When, like Kevin, you’re of a practical disposition, you know what you want to do to your boat and you get on and do it.

This has involved everything from modifications to deck hardware to building new joinery down below and fitting a stern gantry to support solar panels , aerials and a radar.

The process of fitting out and making changes to his smaller boats is largely what encouraged Kevin to stick with Hunters when the time came to move up.

A stern gantry provides a mounting point for solar panels, aerials and the radar. Credit: David Harding

As he told me: ‘Having had two previous Hunters I was pretty impressed with the way they were built. I’ve drilled through quite a lot of them and found them well made. And no other twin-keeler really compares with them.’

His 245 and 27 were both twin-keelers, as is the Hunter Channel 31.

In places like the Channel Islands and the Isles of Scilly it can open up a lot of options to be able to dry out, and Kevin doesn’t consider it a significant sacrifice in performance terms to sail a twin-keeler.

The difference between the sailing ability of fins and twins is undoubtedly less with the Hunters than with many earlier generations of cruising yachts.

Boarding gates weren’t fitted originally but have made a big difference. Credit: David Harding

David Thomas’s designs earned the designer and builder a reputation for creating boats with twin keels (or twin fins, as they liked to call them) that sailed remarkably well.

The  Hunter Channel 31 and the earlier 32 (which became the 323) were among the larger boats you could buy in twin-keel form, along with some of the Westerlys, Moodys and Sadlers.

The Hunter, however, was distinctly more sporty in nature than most of the alternatives. She was also sportier than most of the earlier Hunters, excepting those conceived as One Designs such as the Impala, Formula One, 707 and Van de Stadt’s HB 31.

David Thomas was conscious that he had probably pushed the performance aspects of the design as far as Hunter would accept, and was half expecting to be asked to reduce the size of the mainsail for the twin-keeler at least.

His design was substantially heavier than many of the Hunter’s Continental competitors: he wanted her to have a good ballast ratio for stiffness, and that in turn called for generous displacement to support the extra weight in the keel(s).

As he told me at the time: ‘You can have the displacement as long as there’s enough sail area to go with it. A cruising boat with a miserable rig is a miserable compromise. So why not have a big rig? It’s what a cruising boat needs. That way you can have good light-weather performance in a heavyish boat.’

In essence it’s the same philosophy that Stephen Jones applied to the Sadler 290 – another powerful twin-keeler that’s heavier than a typical modern cruiser of similar length, yet a good deal faster too.

Originally the mainsheet was taken to a strong-point on the cockpit sole, but Kevin has moved it forward to the coachroof. Credit: David Harding

By the standards of the day (after a year’s delay, she was launched in 2000), the Hunter Channel 31 has a broad stern, which in turn called for a fuller entry than on many of Thomas’s earlier designs.

It all added up to a boat with a potent performance potential, as I learned on speaking to Thomas about the design and sailing with him on a breezy day in the spring of 2000.

‘It’s right down the middle between a club racer/One Design and a cruiser you can sail anywhere,’ he said. ‘It’s an offshore cruising yacht that will look after the crew.’

Choosing the right compromise

With the standard self-tacking jib, the option of twin keels and a few other concessions towards cruising, the 31 proved popular as a fast cruiser.

Nonetheless, with its slippery shape and relatively narrow waterline, the hull offered potential that Hunter had planned to make the most of with the introduction of a souped-up derivative to be known as the 303.

It was due to have a taller, double-spreader rig with inboard rigging to allow an overlapping genoa, balanced by a deeper fin keel in lead. In the event, the 303 was never developed and few 31s have been raced seriously enough to show what they’re capable of.

The boat I tested back in 2000 was a fin-keeler although, rather incongruously, it was fitted with a fixed two-bladed propeller that caused turbulence over the rudder and would have knocked a good deal off our speed.

The cockpit is narrow enough for leg-bracing between the seats, leaving comfortable coamings and a wide side deck. Credit: David Harding

On the whole I was impressed by the performance in a gusty 15-25 knots of breeze: under full main (with just the flattening reef pulled in) and self-tacker we clocked 5.5 knots upwind with the boat proving to be nicely balanced.

She stiffened up markedly at around 15° of heel, spun on a sixpence when asked to and exhibited few vices. Downwind we clocked 8.5 knots in a squall, provided I could keep her going in a straight line.

Most Hunter Channel 31s have the self-tacking jib that came as standard, but a minimal-overlap headsail can be used. Credit: David Harding

I couldn’t do that all the time because the rudder would lose grip unless we were almost dead downwind.

As soon as the wind came on to the quarter, she rounded up: the large mainsail combined with the generous sweep-back on the spreaders generated more power from the leech than the rudder was able to cope with: it was a choice of run or round up.

Hunter used the rudder from the HB 31 on both the 32/323 and the 31. I had already sailed the 323 in breezy conditions and found no issues.

Perhaps because of the broader stern and the more powerful mainsail, the rudder – to my mind at least – didn’t work as well on the Hunter Channel 31.

Unlike the demonstrator I sailed, with its fin keel and fixed prop, Kevin’s boat has twin keels and a Brunton Autoprop.

He had an Autoprop on the 27 and, amongst other things, likes the extra knot or knot-and-a-half it provides even on tick-over when he’s motor-sailing. It was one of the first additions he made to the 31.

We also had much less wind than on my earlier sail: a gentle 8-10 knots most of the time.

Since we had to cope with a few late-season whiskers below the waterline, we were never going to break any speed records but the whiskers were at least partially offset by Kevin’s new sails.

For downwind sailing he uses a cruising chute, and two years ago added the cruising equivalent of a Code 0.

He finds this particularly useful, as do many owners of boats with self-tacking jibs. On one memorable occasion, he flew it all the way from Guernsey to Dartmouth.

The Hunter Channel 31 is among the relatively small number of performance cruisers in this size range available with twin keels. Credit: David Harding

‘We had one of the most beautiful sails with the Code 0. We put it up and didn’t touch it all day, making 5.5 to 6 knots on a flat sea, in glorious sunshine and surrounded by dolphins.’

On the day of our sail, it nudged us along at up to 6.8 knots with the wind on the beam.

Even in these lighter conditions I was reminded why I had reservations about the rudder, the blade needing a little more balance to my mind and stalling occasionally if asked to do too much out of the ordinary.

That said, a rudder’s feel is a very subjective issue, and one on which I had lengthy conversations with David Thomas.

Verdict on the Hunter Channel 31

It’s easy to see why the Hunter Channel 31 hits the spot for many cruising sailors who enjoy sailing a boat that looks after them and really does sail.

She combines performance and robustness with a much more stylish arrangement below decks than found on earlier Hunters.

That’s because Ken Freivokh was commissioned to design the interiors on the later models.

He transformed them from basic and functional to still-functional yet infinitely more appealing.

Freya demonstrating the benefits of twin keels, dried out on Bryher in the Isles of Scilly. Credit: Kevin Cullimore

Structurally, Hunter kept things simple with solid laminates and a single interior moulding forming the companionway, the engine tray and bearers, the heads and the base of the galley – ‘all the messy bits’, as Hunter put it.

Everything else was in timber and bonded to the outer hull.

On Kevin’s boat, the joinery is in cherry but there’s much more of it than on a standard boat.

A wet locker lives abaft the heads, the inside of the door providing handy tool stowage. Credit: David Harding

Kevin has added lockers each side in the saloon above the back-rests where originally there were simply fiddled shelves.

He has blended them in so well that you would have no idea they weren’t original, and has done the same in the aft cabin.

He has even fitted several small drawers and made sure that not a cubic inch is wasted.

The time involved for a yard to do something like this would make it prohibitively expensive, but Kevin’s work shows what you can achieve if you have the skill and are prepared to devote the time to it.

‘I like messing around with woodwork’, he says.

Since he’s also more than adept with electrics, he has fitted three solar panels on the stern gantry – a total of 200 watts that will generate 67 amps on a sunny day.

Having owned Freya since 2013, Kevin has spent nearly 10 years refining her to create the cruising boat he has always wanted.

‘I don’t think we will ever change boats now,’ he says. ‘I’ve got this up to where it’s got to be, and if I bought another one I would have to start all over again. I’ve been through all that before.’

When you have a capable and well-sorted boat like this that will take you anywhere quickly and comfortably, dry out upright when you get there and look after you whatever the weather, why would you want to change?

Expert Opinion on the Hunter Channel 31

Nick Vass B,Sc B,Ed HND FRINA MCMS DipMarSur YS, marine surveyor www.omega-yachtservices.co.uk

The first thing that I notice when surveying British Hunter yachts is the spacious and airy interiors and the Channel 31 is the best of the lot, having been designed by Ken Freivokh, who was responsible for the stylish later Westerly Regatta interiors.

The 31 has a particularly large aft cabin. These are underrated yachts that suffered a kit boat stigma let down by some poor home finishing.

With the tiller mounted well aft and the mainsheet moved to the coachroof, there’s plenty of clear space in the cockpit. Credit: David Harding

If you do buy a home-completed version, interior trim can easily be put straight, and the factory finished boats were well made and so easily comparable to the Sadler 290, Westerly Regatta 310 and Moody 31MkII.

A joy to survey, and to maintain, as access to critical items such as seacocks, stern gland, tanks and keel bolts is so easy.

Keel bolts are substantial and don’t tend to give trouble and Hunters don’t tend to get osmosis.

Hunter rudders were of a strange resin construction over a steel frame without a GRP shell. I have found several where the steelwork rusts but this has not led to failure and at least they don’t blister or come apart.

The Hunter Channel 31 was introduced in 1999 as a replacement for the 32 which had replaced the Horizon 32.

However, the 31 was designed as a lighter faster cruiser/racer and came as a One Design racing version called the 303 which had a deep lead fin keel.

The Hunter Channel 31 was offered with fin or twin keels. Yanmar 2GM20 engines are reliable and there are plenty around.

Ben Sutcliffe-Davies, marine surveyor and full member of the Yacht Brokers Designers & Surveyors Association (YDSA) www.bensutcliffemarine.co.uk

Like all of David Thomas’s Hunter boats, the design of the Hunter Channel 31 concentrated on structure and build; the use of woven rovings over normal chop strand hold testament to the longevity and strength of these craft, which do hold their value well.

At the time of build, Hunters were certainly not the cheapest boats available for their size.

A common issue I’ve had when surveying these vessels is the moulding arrangement for the tiller area. It can suffer from wear and some light stress.

Some of the moulding returns have air voids in them from build, as woven rovings are not as easy to tuck into tight corners.

Outboard rigging leaves the side decks clear. A moulded upstand along the gunwale takes the place of an aluminium toerail. Credit: David Harding

I have seen issues where owners have added extra batteries but have not thought through the right location for them.

Engine maintenance is also sometimes lacking due to the tight access. Many have the deep sea shaft seal so be aware of their age.

They usually need replacing after seven years so make sure you check them and the service record.

The decks are normally a foam core so don’t tend to suffer in the same way as yachts with a balsa core, but still be aware of deck fittings and stanchion points; check for overloading which can be common.

The Hunter Channel 31 has ring beams and yard staff can struggle to identify the correct points to locate cradle supports.

I have seen a few boats with small areas of delamination where the boat was incorrectly supported ashore.

Alternatives to the Hunter Channel 31 to consider

This exceptionally roomy and powerful twin-keeler is shorter than the Hunter but extraordinarily spacious and a remarkable performer too.

Her twin keels are cast in lead and bolted through moulded spacers to ensure a particularly low centre of gravity.

This enables her to carry a generous rig for good performance in light airs despite her relatively heavy displacement, while the slim profile of the keels contributes to a degree of hydrodynamic efficiency rarely seen in the twin-keeled world.

The Sadler 290 performs well in both light and heavy airs. Credit: David Harding

It’s also rare for boats under 9m (30ft) to achieve RCD Category A status, the Sadler’s AVS (angle of vanishing stability) of 140° being a major factor.

She was designed by Stephen Jones and launched three years after the Hunter by a Sadler company unrelated to earlier incarnations of Sadlers.

Jones gave her an exceptionally fine entry, with reserves of buoyancy forward being ensured by the high freeboard.

Her stern is even broader than the Hunter’s and her twin keels mounted further down the hull. This almost eliminates the banging and thudding that can afflict twin-keelers upwind in heavy weather, while minimising the additional drag caused by a root breaking the surface.

The large rig is of high-fractional configuration with an overlapping genoa to maintain drive in light airs.

A broad stern for powerful downwind performance. Credit: David Harding

On deck, the fine bow limits foredeck space but the wide sidedecks run all the way to the transom. The long cranked tiller is the dominant feature in the cockpit.

The layout below decks is unusual for a modern design in placing the heads between the saloon and forecabin, harking back to the arrangement widely seen in the 1970s and early 1980s.

That allows the galley to be moved well aft, alongside the companionway steps, where it’s right out of the way and not in any thoroughfares.

It’s probably one of the most practical and secure galleys on any boat under 40ft.

The detailing varies according to where the boats were fitted out: various yards were involved at different times.

Westerly Tempest

Westerly’s smaller sister to the Storm 33 was launched in 1987, overlapping with the popular and long-running Fulmar. All were designed by Ed Dubois.

Both the Storm and Fulmar had been conceived as cruiser-racers but, since few Storms were ever raced, Westerly realised that a change of emphasis was needed for the Tempest and aimed her firmly at the cruising market.

A fin keel was standard, though some owners reckoned it needed to be heavier and that the twin-keelers were stiffer.

The Westerly Tempest is slightly quirky but a good performer. Credit: David Harding

Either way, the Tempest is no slouch. She has a gentle, easy motion combined with a respectable turn of speed for a relatively heavy boat.

Handling qualities are widely praised and the long cockpit, combined with a companionway that extends well forward, means you can almost reach the mast without having to go on deck.

The accommodation is unconventional and not for everyone. Westerly used the broad stern to fit-in twin double aft cabins, moving the heads to the bow abaft a large sail locker that opens into the heads via a door and to the deck via a hatch.

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With this locker in the bow and the aft cabins being well forward of the transom, the total cabin space is relatively short and the saloon too small for some tastes.

Cockpit stowage is also restricted by the stern cabins. A few boats were later built with a conventional forecabin.

From 1993, the Tempest evolved into the Regatta 310 with a re-styled interior designed by Ken Freivokh, but very few were sold.

Newer, lighter, sportier and more expensive than the British twin-keelers, the French-built RM is a boat that does things differently.

Plywood is used for the hull because of its strength, light weight and durability among other qualities.

The deck and coachroof are moulded, largely because plywood would give a very angular finish.

The RM 890 is light and fast with a plywood hull. Credit: David Harding

Everything about the RM 890 is geared around ruggedness, sailing ability and functionality.

She comes with a choice of bulbed, high aspect-ratio twin keels paired with a single rudder, or a deep T-bulb fin with twin rudders.

The keels are bolted through a steel frame inside the hull. Rigging arrangements can be varied, but the 890 typically carries a staysail set on a forestay secured to the anchor well bulkhead.

A genoa on a stemhead-mounted outer forestay can simply be rolled away rather than reefed when the wind picks up.

Like Westerly’s Tempest, the RM has a mainsheet traveller across the stern.

The tiller places the helmsman forward and close to the headsail winches for easy singlehanded sailing . Below decks the finish is painted plywood.

Privacy isn’t a priority – a few curtains are the order of the day – but the RM’s famous utility room to starboard, where many boats would fit another aft cabin, tells you exactly where the priorities lie.

A large forward-facing window gives an excellent view out. Just mind your footing on deck.

Sailing performance is hard to fault and the handling crisp and responsive.

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Hunter 31 Sailboat

Hunter 31 Sailboat Boats for sale

1983 Hunter 31

Mystic, Connecticut

Make Hunter

Category Sloop

Posted Over 1 Month

The owner reports that all systems are working as designed and maintenance is up to date. The boat appeared to be in good overall condition and showed average wear for her age. The owner reports the the VHF are recent additions to the boat. A recent survey found elevated moisture levels in some areas of the deck as well as possible delamination in the bulkhead. They're also was damage to the mainsail and sale cover from animal presence outside of the boat. Stock #329591 31' sloop with racy features, more contemporary lines and a generous freeboard! Popular 31' sloop from the very popular Hunter Sailboat line. This boat has many desirable features of a newer design in the size and pricing of a vintage model. A good-size cockpit with a layout convenient for crew or short / single-handed sailing. Room to move about and self tailing winches are well placed and instruments allow you to stay behind the wheel on the raised helm seat. All lines are led aft and through marked clutches to allow sail handling from the cockpit. Roller furling headsail and lazy jacks allow raising and lowering sails from the cockpit as well. Good-sized side decks and double lifelines allow easy movement forward when needed. Comfortable and conventional cabin layout, the easy companionway leads to the salon with the galley to starboard, nav station to port, and a dinette forward. The good-sized galley and loads of storage make the boat a good one for liveaboard or extended stays. Refrigerator and icebox allow on or off-grid use (has some solar panels as well). Moving forward there is an enclosed head with a composting toilet, sink and mirror. Opposite is a wet locker and forward is a convention cabin with a V-berth. The boat offers good ventilation with overhead hatches and opening ports. There is also a small cabin under the cockpit with a berth and additional storage. Engine access is good with removable panels for easy inspections and service. This is a good option for someone looking to move up or get into sailing on a reasonable budget. Hunter enjoys a large active fleet and owner community. Call me today to discuss making this your base for Summer adventure this year. Reason for selling is switching to power.

Berkeley, California

Model Hunter 31

Category Cruiser Motorcycles

Length 31.0

"Las Lunas" - Straight-forward systems, easy to maintain & a joy to sail! Boat buyers looking for a bargain are likely to gravitate to the Hunter 31, which has a racy look with masthead rig and swept spreaders, and plenty of room above and below deck for friends to come aboard. The Hunter 31 has the contemporary lines found on boats made during the 1980s, with generous freeboard, a stainless steel destroyer wheel, tinted hatch covers, bow and stern pulpits, reverse transom and an aluminum toerail track. The Hunter 31 is a very practical boat for coastal cruising, and with its simple systems, it's easy to maintain. Everything works and is in very good condition. The boat has been well maintained and is ready to sail the bay and beyond. Located at Berkeley Marina, Berkeley California

Hughson, California

"Las Lunas" - Straight-forward systems, easy to maintain & a joy to sail! Boat buyers looking for a bargain are likely to gravitate to the Hunter 31, which has a racy look with masthead rig and swept spreaders, and plenty of room above and below deck for friends to come aboard. The Hunter 31 has the contemporary lines found on boats made during the 1980s, with generous freeboard, a stainless steel destroyer wheel, tinted hatch covers, bow and stern pulpits, reverse transom and an aluminum toerail track. The Hunter 31 is a very practical boat for coastal cruising, and with its simple systems, it's easy to maintain. Everything works and is in very good condition. The boat has been well maintained and is ready to sail the bay and beyond.

31' 1985 Hunter 31 Sailboat

Baltimore, Maryland

For more details visit: http://www.BoatsFSBO.com/97221 Please call boat owner Kim at 216-571-5466. his Hunter 31 is in fantastic shape for a 1985 boat. My husband and I lived aboard for two years, so she is well equipped for comfortable living. The cabin is clean, spacious, and well-maintained. We have the original owner's manual. Roller-furling jib good, main sail good, cruisair marine air conditioner excellent,anchor, sailboat hammock on deck new 2011, dodger and bimini OK, cockpit seat cushions OK, Ray Marine autopilot, alcohol stove and oven, mini fridge, microwave, hot and cold running water, water pump replaced fall 2012, west marine space heater new 2012, interior cushions updated 2011. Rebuilt head 2013.

Deltaville, Virginia

For more details visit: http://www.BoatsFSBO.com/97096 Please contact the owner directly @ 804-241-6471 or [email removed] in time for sailing season! Wonderful 31' Hunter Sailboat--1985. Depth gauge, auto-pilot, radio, galley, sleeps 6. Rigged for single-handed sailing. In good condition. Just hauled and bottom sanded and painted. Oil/filters changed. It's all ready to be enjoyed! (If you hurry, you can see it before it goes back in the water.)All lines lead aft, Great for cruising, day sailing, etc. Email/call for details.

1988 Hunter 26.5 sloop Sailboat

Drummond, Michigan

Category Sloop Sailboats

Length 26.5

The vessel is in good condition.. It comes with it's own stand. I purchased this vessel in 2008 and have used it in North Channel and surrounding waters. The boat is currently at the Drummond Island Yacht Haven.in Michigan.on it's stand. Specifications: LOA 26.5 Ft, LWL 22.5 ft, Beam 9 ft, Draft 3.6 ft, Displacement 4400 lbs, Ballast wing keel 1800 lbs, Mast hgt. 38.9ft, head room 5.6 ft, Equipment: Main sail 110% Genoa. Roller reefing jIb, storm Jib Danforth Anchor with anchor locker. Built in head with holding tank. Marine TV,TV antenna with rack for TV. AC system with 3 bank charger. Electric portable stove. Also alcohol stove, Microwave oven , stainless steel sink AC plugs throughout ship. DC lights throughout ship. Two 31 Batteries, DC voltage meter, AC circuit breakers DC circuit breakers, Ice chest, Built in boarding ladder. Horseshoe life ring. Life jackets . Electronics: 2 Lowrance HDS 8 inch chart plotters, HD Radar, depth sounder, wind instrument , Horizon fog and hailing instrument. External Speakers fore and aft. VFH radio, all accessible from cockpit. Surveyor told me rudder has a water problem common with this vessel. Each fall I drill holes in bottom of rudder, I have had no problem since. The survey on this Vessel was $12000. I have added: 2 chart plotters, a new compass, Radar, a second depth finder, 3 bank Charging system, an AC system, Hailer, Auto fog horn system, Wind gauge, Roller furling. new Jib, and TV and TV accessories. The new additions are well over $6000 I am using Navionic chips which covers all the Great Lakes and the North channel. I taught Navigation at School Craft College for many years. I feel this is the best chart system on the market as I have the capability of setting up a safe water mark on the chart. So all water 6 feet and deeper is colored white and water shallower is blue. Boat and stand are on Drummond Island. It is buyer's responsibility to pick up here. This boat has 2 chart plotters. If you want a lower price, I am willing to sell it with one chart plotter minus the radar. this price can be negotiated.

31' 1984 Hunter H31 Sailboat

Holland, Michigan

For more details visit: http://www.BoatsFSBO.com/97457 Please contact the owner directly @ 616-291-1647 or [email removed]...H-31 sailboat in excellent condition inside and out, setup for liveaboard or weekender . New interior, lighting, head, galley, carpet, flat screen, stereo and much more. Portals are Re bedded with new gaskets and screens. Deck is solid . All rigging is inspected and in excellent condition. Sail inventory is main,150 jenny, spin and storm. Spin and storm are brand new, main and jenny are inspected and in great condition. I'm not able to list all item that are new and upgraded, only because I can't remember them all. Plz call to see.

For more details visit: http://www.BoatsFSBO.com/97457 Please contact the owner directly @ 616-291-1647 or [email removed]...H-31 sailboat in excellent condition inside and out, setup for liveaboard or weekender . New interior, lighting, head, galley, carpet, flat screen, stereo and much more. Portals are Re bedded with new gaskets and screens. Deck is solid . All rigging is inspected and in excellent condition. Sail inventory is main,150 jenny, spin and storm. Spin and storm are brand new, main and jenny are inspected and in great condition. I'm not able to list all item that are new and upgraded, only because I can't remember them all. Plz call to see.

2016 Hunter 31

Port Sanilac, Michigan

2016 Hunter 31 Perfectly outfitted to sail away today! The Hunter 31 is the latest cruising or offshore model to have all the great aspects of the Hunter 40 and 37.  Marlow Hunter really hit a home run with their new design for the Hunter 31 and we fell in love instantly. Starting on deck youll immediately notice the expansive cockpit that makes you feel like you are on a much larger boat. Pair the size of the cockpit with the Lewmar swing pedestal and it is easy to see how comfortable and versatile sailing will be from almost any seat on deck. Other fantastic amenities the Hunter 31 offers are a walk-through transom, traveler arch, and the ever simple to sail B&R rig. Our in-stock model has all the additional options you would want for dockside living or cruising the Great Lakes and beyond. The in-mast furling mainsail and jib make sail handling quick and efficient. Below deck youll find upgrades such as a dual top loading refrigerator/freezer units, LED lighting, stereo system, and the dura leather upgrade in pearl. No wind, no problem. You will enjoy your day aboard the Marlow Hunter 31 even if you dont hoist the sails.  The Hunter 31 motors quickly with the upgraded 29 hp Yanmar engine with sail drive and a 2-blade folding propeller. The installed bimini in navy will give you shade while you relax on the teak slated captain seats. Enjoy a dip in the water from the fold down transom or cool off with the cockpit transom shower. The Marlow Hunter 31 also offers a home away from home down below with modern design features and high-quality finishes. The real teak floors and furniture are the focal point of a beautiful living space. Corian counter tops on a starboard side galley shows quality and offers an open concept feel.   Plus, the Hunter 31 has ample natural lighting from the large skylights and opening portlights help with air flow throughout the entire boat. Sail Magazine added its stamp of approval by naming the Marlow Hunter 31, 2016 Best Boats for cruising 31-40 foot boats. Steve Donaldson from On Board Sail said, For a sailboat that fits in a 32 ft slip, its hard to envision a more spacious, livable package than the new Marlow Hunter 31. The Marlow Hunter 31 is a must-see, stepping about the boat will allow you to see the full picture.  The Hunter 31 is a striking boat with impressive components and amenities. Give us a call today to schedule a tour. Our in-stock Marlow Hunter 31 is currently located in Port Sanilac Marinas inside heated storage.  The boat is prepped and ready launch and sail so you can maximize your boating fun in 2017!

1979 Hunter 27 Sailboat

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Sailboat is currently in the water and can be inspected by appointmentHauling and delivery available On Deck Bimini Canopy3 winches with handlesWinch/steering wheel coversIlluminated compassAnchor with 150 chain/rodeGas grilleMain sail coverShore power connector complete with # 10 power cord (30 amp)Solar panel Fold up swim ladderCushions for cockpit seatingElectrical: Illuminated control panel with fuseStandard Horizon gpsApelco depth/temp/fish finderBattery selector switch2 batteries (deep cycle)\Solar chargerNavigation lighting, anchor lightBilge pump with alarm indicatorInterior lightingVhf radioSound system with 4speakers350 watt ac 120 volt inverter Life Safety Equipment: Fire extinguishersFlare gunFlares4 lifevests Galley: 2 burner Origo 4000 Alcohol stove with sink, pressueized water,faucet and 12 volt DC refrigerator/freezer . Saloon: Saloon is floor is dry and in good condition with clean cushions and matching curtains.Storage port and starboard sides with 2 cabinets and folding table Electric head complete with holding tank , deck mounted pump-out fitting and new seacocks.Sink with pressurized water faucet adjacent to headRigging/Sails: Both the standing and running rigging are in good working condition as well as the sails 1 135% Genoa complete with roller furler and 1 full main sail with reef adjustments Engine Specifications: Yanmar diesel 2 cylinder 2GM20 with 387 hoursengines starts as it should and runs wellDripless shaft seal3 bladed propellerSpare filtersHull Type: Fin with rudder on skegRig Type: Masthead SloopLOA: 27.17' / 8.28mLWL: 22.00' / 6.71mBeam: 9.25' / 2.82mListed SA: 343 ft2 / 31.86 m2Draft (max.) 4.25' / 1.30mDraft (min.) Disp. 7000 lbs./ 3175 kgs.Ballast: 3000 lbs. / 1361 kgs.SA/Disp.: 15.04Bal./Disp.: 42.87%Disp./Len.: 293.48Designer: John CherubiniBuilder: Hunter Marine (USA)Construct.: FGBal. type: First Built: 1974Last Built: 1984# Built: 2000AUXILIARY POWER (orig. equip.)Make: RenaultModel: Type: DieselHP: 8TANKSWater: 35 gals. / 132 ltrs.Fuel: 12 gals. / 45 ltrs.RIG DIMENSIONS KEYI: 34.50' / 10.52mJ: 11.50' / 3.51mP: 29.00' / 8.84mE: 10.00' / 3.05mPY: EY: SPL: ISP: SA(Fore.): 198.38 ft2 / 18.43 m2SA(Main): 145.00 ft2 / 13.47 m2Total(calc.)SA: 343.38 ft2 / 31.90 m2DL ratio: 293.48SA/Disp: 15.06Est. Forestay Len.: 36.37' / 11.08mBUILDERS (past & present)More about & boats built by: Hunter Marine (USA)DESIGNER

1986 Hunter 28.5 Sailboat, shoal draft, ready to daysailing or coastal cruising!

Jacksonville, Florida

Length 28.5

Riversong is a 1986 Hunter 28.5’ shoal draft sailboat that is ready for day sailing or extended coastal cruising! She has a very well appointed cockpit with a Raymarine ST6002 wheel autopilot, Raymarine e7 touchscreen chart plotter with wifi, Rule Aqua compass, and more. The bimini and dodger will keep you shaded from the sun and have zip in sections to keep you dry when it rains. Swing out speaker so you can listen to music while you swim and a ladder to get you back on-board. She has an anchor with plenty of rode to keep you in place. Down below you will find a full galley with stainless sink, alcohol 2 burner stove, cooler, microwave, 1000 watt inverter, and huge dual voltage refrigerator. The salon features fold out table, seating for 6, a television with boosted antenna, dvd player, am/fm cd player with bluetooth. She can sleep 4 comfortably (2 in the v-berth and 2 in the quarter berth), or 6 if you use the salon benches. The rear quarter berth has a hanging closet and drawers. There is tons of storage everywhere. The bathroom has a sink, shower (with hot water heater), and an electric flush head. There is a big hanging closet in the head as well. There’s even a wine rack under the v-berth for storing the most important of provisions. You can enjoy all of this in the nice cool air-conditioning provided by the on-board Mermaid A/C unit. Her sails are in great shape. She comes with a main sail (with 2 reefing points) and roller furl working jib (130%). The main sheet, main halyard, and topping life were replaced in 2014. The winches are 2 speed and in great shape. She also has whisker and spinnaker poles, but no sails to go with them. Her iron jib is a Yanmar 2GM20F in great shape. The fuel pump and starter were just replaced in 2014. The house battery is also brand new, as is the dual battery charging system. She comes with many other little things like a handheld VHF radio, extra winch handles, extra line, 30 amp shore cable, hoses, etc. I will have her bottom cleaned prior to taking delivery. Below are the detailed physical specifications: Hull Type: Fin w/spade rudderRig Type: B&RLOA: 28.42' / 8.66mLWL: 23.75' / 7.24mBeam: 10.50' / 3.20mListed SA: 398 ft2 / 36.97 m2Draft (max.) 5.18' / 1.58mDraft (min.) Disp. 7000 lbs./ 3175 kgs.Ballast: 3000 lbs. / 1361 kgs.SA/Disp.: 17.46Bal./Disp.: 42.87%Disp./Len.: 233.27Designer: Hunter DesignBuilder: Hunter Marine (USA)Construct.: FGBal. type: First Built: 1985Last Built: 1988# Built: TANKSWater: 27 gals. / 102 ltrs.Fuel: 11 gals. / 42 ltrs.RIG DIMENSIONS KEYI(IG): 37.33' / 11.38mJ: 12.08' / 3.68mP: 31.75' / 9.68mE: 10.83' / 3.30mPY: EY: SPL/TPS: ISP: SA(Fore.): 225.47 ft2 / 20.95 m2SA(Main): 171.93 ft2 / 15.97 m2Total(calc.)SA: 397.40 ft2 / 36.92 m2DL ratio: 233.27SA/Disp: 17.43Est. Forestay Len.: 39.24' / 11.96mMast Height from DWL: 41.25' / 12.57mBUILDERS (past & present)More about & boats built by: Hunter Marine (USA)NOTESShoal draft: 4'/1.21m

2016 Marlow-Hunter Hunter 31

Claremore, Oklahoma

Make Marlow-Hunter

Category Cruiser Sailboats

2016 Marlow-Hunter Hunter 31 The Marlow-Hunter 31 is the latest off-shore cruising model sailboat to follow the pedigree of the 40 and 37 which were also introduced by Marlow-Hunter in the last two years under the new leadership of owner David Marlow. Mr. Marlow, owner of Marlow Yachts, a luxury power yacht builder, has raised the bar by influencing quality and design of a brand that already had forty years of experience building sailboats. The new 31, which has a length overall of 32 feet 4 inches and a beam of 11 feet 10 inches will be a tough contender for any model in her size range that tries to compete with the volume below. One of her best features is the spacious cockpit that will deliver a feel more like that of a larger boat. Performance will also be one of her strong features with a large sail plan and a Glenn Henderson hull design plus hard chine aft below the waterline which has become a signature for Marlow-Hunter sailboats built under David Marlow. Below, her quality fit and finish is hand crafted using real teak furniture and floors, Corian countertops, ball bearing drawer hardware and name brand appliances and equipment. The construction of the hull and deck utilizes Vinyl Ester resins and gel-coats, continuous reinforcement fibers, Kevlar and state of the art Nida-coring for structural integrity for ours and our customer’s, peace of mind. Base boat starting at $129,000 plus additional options can be added. - Ordered and built to your specs

2015 Marlow-Hunter Hunter 31

2015 Marlow-Hunter Hunter 31 The Marlow-Hunter 31 is the latest off-shore cruising model sailboat to follow the pedigree of the 40 and 37 which were also introduced by Marlow-Hunter in the last two years under the new leadership of owner David Marlow. Mr. Marlow, owner of Marlow Yachts, a luxury power yacht builder, has raised the bar by influencing quality and design of a brand that already had forty years of experience building sailboats. The new 31, which has a length overall of 32 feet 4 inches and a beam of 11 feet 10 inches will be a tough contender for any model in her size range that tries to compete with the volume below. One of her best features is the spacious cockpit that will deliver a feel more like that of a larger boat. Performance will also be one of her strong features with a large sail plan and a Glenn Henderson hull design plus hard chine aft below the waterline which has become a signature for Marlow-Hunter sailboats built under David Marlow. Below, her quality fit and finish is hand crafted using real teak furniture and floors, Corian countertops, ball bearing drawer hardware and name brand appliances and equipment. The construction of the hull and deck utilizes Vinyl Ester resins and gel-coats, continuous reinforcement fibers, Kevlar and state of the art Nida-coring for structural integrity for ours and our customer’s, peace of mind. - Loaded!! Knot, Depth, Auto Pilot, Inmast Furling Windless AC and More!!!

2016 Marlow-Hunter 31

St. Petersburg, Florida

Category Cruiser Boats

2016 Marlow-Hunter 31 This yacht is currently being built at the Marlow Hunter Factory. The Marlow-Hunter 31 is the latest off-shore cruising model sailboat to follow the pedigree of the 40 and 37 which were also introduced by Marlow-Hunter in the last two years under the new leadership of owner David Marlow. Mr. Marlow, owner of Marlow Yachts, a luxury power yacht builder, has raised the bar by influencing quality and design of a brand that already had forty years of experience building sailboats. The new 31, which has a Length Overall of 32’4” and a beam of 11’10” will be a tough contender for any model in her size range that tries to compete with the volume below. One of her best features is the spacious cockpit that will deliver a feel more like that of a larger boat. Performance will also be one of her strong features with a large sail plan and a Glenn Henderson hull design plus hard chine aft below the waterline which has become a signature for Marlow-Hunter sailboats built under David Marlow. Below, her quality fit and finish is hand crafted using real teak furniture and floors, Corian countertops, ball bearing drawer hardware and name brand appliances and equipment. The construction of the hull and deck utilizes Vinyl Ester resins and gel-coats, continuous reinforcement fibers, Kevlar and state of the art Nida-coring for structural integrity for ours and our customer’s, peace of mind.

2016 Marlow - Hunter 31

Make Marlow - Hunter

Category Sailboats

2016 Marlow - Hunter 31 List Price $129,500 = Base Boat Price In-Stock Boat Retail $172,521 See Below for Details The Marlow-Hunter 31 is the latest off-shore cruising model sailboat to follow the pedigree of the 40 and 37 which were also introduced by Marlow-Hunter in the last two years under the new leadership of owner David Marlow. Mr. Marlow, owner of Marlow Yachts, a luxury power yacht builder, has raised the bar by influencing quality and design of a brand that already had forty years of experience building sailboats. The new 31, which has a Length Overall of 32’4” and a beam of 11’10” will be a tough contender for any model in her size range that tries to compete with the volume below. One of her best features is the spacious cockpit that will deliver a feel more like that of a larger boat. Performance will also be one of her strong features with a large sail plan and a Glenn Henderson hull design plus hard chine aft below the waterline which has become a signature for Marlow-Hunter sailboats built under David Marlow. Below, her quality fit and finish is hand crafted using real teak furniture and floors, Corian countertops, ball bearing drawer hardware and name brand appliances and equipment. The construction of the hull and deck utilizes Vinyl Ester resins and gel-coats, continuous reinforcement fibers, Kevlar and state of the art Nida-coring for structural integrity for ours and our customer’s, peace of mind. Estimated Arrival May 2015

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Rig specifications.

These are the specifications provided by the designers, but even from the factory, these boats may not be identical. The reason for this is that the sail industry often contracts manufacturing to different sources in order to achieve economies of scale. What this means is – your Hunter 31 may be more unique than you initially thought.

It’s important to note that boats are also frequently customized, so if you suspect that work has been done on yours, it’s best to take your own measurements. When ordering a sail, we will advise you if using the manufacturer’s specifications is appropriate, or if we require you to complete our own measurement forms.

The Hunter 31 features a sloop rig. A sloop rig is a single-masted sailboat configuration with one head sail, typically a jib or a genoa, and a mainsail. This simple and efficient rigging setup is commonly found on a wide range of sailboats, including the Hunter 31, and offers excellent performance, ease of handling, and versatility in various wind conditions. The sail controls are strategically positioned within easy reach of the helmsman, which allows for quick adjustments to aid with switching wind conditions. Hunter also offered the option between a standard rig and a furling mast system, providing flexibility for different sailing styles and skill levels.

The design of the Hunter 31 is well-thought out and a testament to Hunter Marine’s dedication to performance and good looks. The well-balanced proportions and hull shape contribute to the boat’s performance capabilities, allowing the boat to slice through water with ease. Downstairs, you’ll be greeted by a spacious seating area and ample headroom. Large windows and hatches allow for natural light to flow in, which makes the interior feel more open. With lots of storage, you’ll never run out of room for equipment and personal items.

Hunter Marine was founded in the early 1970s and had a goal to create sailboats that not only excelled in performance, but also comfort and affordability. Released in 1983, the Hunter 31, designed by Cortland Steck, quickly gained popularity for its sleek design, spacious interior and impressive sailing capabilities. This is a boat that caught the attention of both experienced sailors and newcomers. Over the years, the Hunter 31 underwent several design modifications and feature enhancements, adapting to the evolving needs and preferences of sailors. Today, the Hunter 31 continues to be a sought-after sailboat, cherished for its excellent craftsmanship and performance.

Performance

The performance of the Hunter 31 is unparalleled, combining speed with stability to provide a safe yet exhilarating experience. The Hunter 31 brings both a balanced rudder and a deep, bulb keel to the table, which provide excellent stability, minimizing heel and boosting comfort, even in rough conditions. Furthermore, the Hunter 31’s performance is not limited to open water sailing. Its versatile design allows it to perform well in various sailing scenarios such as racing or coastal cruising.

From its sleek exterior to its thoughtfully laid-out interior, the Hunter 31 is a sailboat that catches eyes for all of the right reasons. The Hunter 31 excels in performance with its responsive handling and versatile rigging options. Its efficient hull design and sail plan deliver excellent speed and stability, allowing sailors to confidently navigate various wind conditions. The spacious cockpit provides lots of seating and excellent visibility. With ample storage and a spacious cabin, this boat ensures a comfortable voyage. By investing in the Hunter 31 you are guaranteeing comfortable and stress-free adventures.

Recommended Sails For Your Hunter 31

We would love to help you enhance your sailing experience on your Hunter 31. That’s why we have put together a list of expertly curated sail recommendations just for you. You can find more information about each sail and what makes our sails stand out by following the links to our education page.

You need a mainsail designed to give you the greatest mileage out of your vessel. Precision Sails’ custom designed mainsails come with all the standard options needed to get sailing right away, and custom options to optimize handling, performance, and shape.

Jibs, genoas, yankee cut, staysails, or working jibs, we do it all. No matter what headsail you need for you sailboat, Precision Sails’ team of sail designers will work with you to ensure your new head sail fits and performs for you. Our headsails come complete with all standard options required for the best performance and durability. Learn more about our available headsail options and customization here.

Downwind and Light Wind Sails

Sail downwind easily with your choice of our downwind and light wind sail options. We custom design and tailor every sail for your needs. Explore our symmetrical or asymmetrical spinnakers and code zeros, including what options are available for each.

Want to Take Your Hunter 31 to the Next Level of Performance?

Then, it’s time to consider the sails you’re using. That’s why we offer custom-fit sails designed to optimize the performance of your Hunter 31. Our team of experts takes pride in using only the best materials and cutting-edge technology to ensure that our sails are of the highest quality.

With our custom-fit sails, you can expect maximum speed, power, and maneuverability on the water. A true game changer – a paired combination of head sails and mainsails. When two sails are designed in tandem we can optimize their performance to work together. The best part? We keep your measurements and designs on file, so you can develop your sail inventory over time, we’ll always be ready to pick up where we left off in your sail customization journey.

Reliability and Durability

Our sails don’t just improve your boat’s performance – they also provide you with peace of mind during your extended sailing journeys. Our sails are not like off-the-shelf options that have a short lifespan. Instead, we can tailor the design of the sails to withstand the specific demands of your boat, ensuring their durability and reliability.

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And, we’re not just about high-quality sails. Our team is dedicated to providing you with the best service possible. From helping you take accurate measurements to delivering your custom sails, we’re here to make sure you’re satisfied with your experience.

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“ Covid took over the world and I had the sails shipped to a relative in the US. My boat is in the US so I couldn’t get to it. I asked Precision Sails if they would honor their warranty until I can install them: they said absolutely. Summer 2022: we were finally allowed to cross the border. The genoa was fine but the main sail was too thick to furl in the mast, the reinforced tack and hoist point were the culprits. So we manage to find a sail maker in Canada to modify the main. Precision Sails paid everything, transport and modifications to achieve the final result. They hold their word no matter what and plus if the modified sail wouldn’t fit again they would have made another one at no charge. WOW! Thank you Precision Sails! -Luc F (BBB)

“ I have had two sails made by Precision Sails in the last 12 months. Both have exceeded my expectations. The fit to the boat and the performance of the sails are exceptional. The sail designer worked with me to make sure the resulting sail fit my objectives. Precision Sails has excellent documentation and videos to assure that your measurements are accurate. The sails are first rate and the price was very competitive. I am a very happy repeat customer. -Terry Noreault (Facebook)

“ The staff were very helpful and responded promptly with a quote. The follow up was excellent and the new mainsail is well built and fits the boat perfectly. -Rick Clark (Facebook)

“ I just received my asymmetrical spinnaker, with sock and turtle bag, along with a new 135 Genoa. The entire process was simple and both sales and the design team were in regular contact if there were any questions. The customer portal was easy to use and lets you keep track of where in the process your sails are. Great sails, great service -Graham Edwards (Facebook)

“ Just received our Mainsail for our Hunter 41 with an in mast furling main. Installed perfectly and the quality is amazing. Can’t wait to get out into big water and shake it out. Outstanding customer service. -Karl Messer (Facebook)

“ Great new genoa for my Beneteau 46 – looks and performs great. Thanks for making it such an easy design, ordering, and delivery process. -Jim MacDonald (Facebook)

“ Very responsive, excellent quality, very fair prices. When they were not happy with the graphic on the first sail Ron called to let me know and they sent me a second sail at no charge. Highly recommended! -Gerry Beltgens (facebook)

“ Great price and a quick turnaround got me to buy. A well built sail that works in light and heavy winds will bring me back. -Edmond Dee (Facebook)

“ I sail out of Whitby Ontario. No one local wanted to deal with me because I am not value for money based on the size of my sailboat. I drop a request to Precision via the web and “boom”, instant response followed by ZERO pressure initial consultation! Signed up for three easy payments and that was that! During process, the team helps you all the way with measurements and good follow up questions. BTW my Kirby 25 slips effortlessly through the water with these new sails. Also, lots of positive comments on the boom cover when sitting at the dock! -John Thompson (Google)

“ Wow, just Wow. I knew the sails on my Hunter 27 where a little old and stretched, but I didn’t’ realize what a difference new sails could make. The boat points better than it ever has and is not nearly as sluggish as it was. I enjoyed the entire process of sail making with Precision Sails. I enjoy watching a lot of You Tube sailors and many of them promote Precision Sails. I also tend to side with the cruising rather than racing lifestyle. After reviews and recommendations, I decided on Precision. I really enjoyed working with the Design Team on my sails. Can’t wait to go sailing again. Thank you Precision sails for making my old boat new again. -Jonathan Pilgrim (Google)

“ We love the design, quality, construction, and performance of our new 95% furling jib from Precision Sails. The sail works well with our staysail and performs better than expected on all points of sail including poled out dead down wind. The new 95% jib does not get as overpowered as our old 135% Genoa and it is easier to tack with the staysail deployed. The design team made the process of getting accurate dimensions easy, took the time to understand our requirements, and was a pleasure to deal with. I will definitely do business with Precision again! -Charles Clark (Google)

“ Quality throughout the whole process… starting with quotation, options and cloth alternatives. Quick delivery time and the product is very good quality. I am very pleased to carry my Precision sails on my boat. I recommend them 100%! -Marcos D.

“ Got everything trimmed right today. Out sailing now. It’s perfect. I love the sail it’s perfect it’s exactly what I wanted thank you so much. -Elizabeth H.

“ I just received the 2nd custom-made sail I’ve ordered through Precision Sails. The process for providing measurement information and custom images is very clearly laid out in the forms on their website, in addition to several instructional YouTube videos. The results turned out beautifully, just as I had pictured it for both sails! -Michael Shafer (Google)

“ Precision Sails was great! They built our spinnaker for our Hunter 260, and it is great, at a good price. I will be getting other sails from Precision when we need to replace them on our new (to us) Lagoon 410. -Scott Huckerby (Google)

“ Just received my new mainsail from Precision Sail Loft and am over the moon about it. Darryl walked me through all my options and gave great advice. The measurement form is foolproof. They keep you updated with the status of your order every step of the way. I can recommend them highly enough. -Henry Gomez (Google)

“ This summer was our first experience buying a new sail for our Catalina 28MkII, we also race-crew a friend’s C&C 27 with newer Precision main and Genoa. Several other boats at our club have Precision sails and after couple of quotes from notable lofts narrowed it down to Precision to replace our #2 up front. We were late ordering in mid-July when COVID19 was wrecking everyone’s delivery schedule yet we had our new sail within 5 weeks, which seems a minor miracle. Bottom line, love the sail (excellent design/fit, quality), easy to work with these folks despite the time/distance to Ottawa, cutting edge tech engagement which is a confidence builder, and they seem to be getting it done for their clients despite the present challenges. So we just ordered a new main from Precision for spring delivery. -Dale Caseley (Google)

“ I was introduced to Precision Sails through Sailing Yacht Ruby Rose on You Tube. I decided to try the online experience myself. I provided the measurements and had good conversations with the sales team and with the sail designer. The new Genoa arrived in great condition and was a perfect fit! Couldn’t be happier!! -Brad Hamrlik (Google)

“ This summer I purchased a main and a Genoa for my Dufour 385 from Precision. The sails arrived in the time frame promised and fit perfectly. The quality appears to be excellent. I highly recommend Precision Sails. -John McCracken (Google)

“ Was extremely impressed with the ease of choosing and ordering a new mainsail for my Montgomery 17. I’m always a little hesitant when giving sensitive info on-line… as this transaction was done with a lot of research…I actually paid them (Precision) a visit in Victoria, B.C. (yes they do exist). We worked out the kinks via e-mails, and now can enjoy a good laugh over “the incident”…which they took care of in a very professional manner!…very happy with the fit (perfect!), function and quality of my new sail! Thanks guys p.s. great price too!! -Alan Cade (Google)

“ Ordered sails for my last boat and was very happy, now I’m ordering for my new boat. Great and friendly service. -Gord Fulcher (Google)

“ Great customer service after receiving a quote for a new head sail. Even after explaining we may not be in the market for one right now, the sales rep I spoke with took 10 minutes to chat with me about other options and gave me recommendations for sail makers that could help us keep costs down and work with our damaged head sail. So much appreciation for this kind of service and honesty, will be back when the current head sail fails us and we are ready for a brand new one!!! -Krista Scholl (Google)

“ The whole team at Precision Sails was fantastic from start to finish. We’ve had a laminate main and genoa made so far and have a spinnaker on the way. They listened carefully to our needs and recommended a great sail cloth. We couldn’t have gotten more bang for our buck! -Noah Regelous (Google)

“ What a great experience! These boats are our babies and it’s obvious Precision Sails loves sailing. They make it easy and low stress. I can’t wait to buy another sail. -Lane Roth (Google)

“ Our new sails performed flawlessly. Several of our crew were seasoned Annapolis sailors, who commented on the quality of the sails and of how they seemed to improve Godspeed’s performance. We were also impressed with your consult-measure-design process. Your sales persons were knowledgeable and helpful. As was the designer, who I spoke with several time. We had obtained quotes at the Annapolis Boat Show from North Sails and Quantum Sails — both were more expensive than your quote for equivalent quality and options.” -Randy Gillies

“ We received our spinnaker and launched it yesterday and I just wanted to let you know how pleased we are with it. The service we received from your company was exceptional and the quality of your product is second to none. We will certainly be return customers in the next few months to replace our main and jib sails and will recommend your company to all our sailing buddies. Once again-thank you.” -Daniel Jackson (Google)

“ Experts in design and customer service. Always kept me informed of the status of my sail. Sailing friends were very complimentary of the design and quality workmanship.” -Pete Klein (Facebook)

“ These guys stand behind their work and design. Top notch in customer service – their goal is to ensure you are happy. I recommend and will purchase from them again.” -Chris Eisenberg (Facebook)

“ we had good communication during the planning stages and the knowledgeable people at precision sails really got me fixed up good! The sails look and work fabulous! my boat sails better than it ever had! couldn’t be more pleased with the product AND the service!” -Fred Jelich (Facebook)

“ The whole staff at Precision Sails were great to work with, and very responsive to all my inquiries about measurements and design. My new main and head sail, made from the Challenge Warp Drive sailcloth, arrived earlier than promised, and fit perfectly. The workmanship is superb and the attention to detail is top notch. I would not hesitate to purchase sails from them again, and will be recommending them to my fellow sailors. Thank you, Precision Sails: 5 Stars!” -Richard Hendry (Google)

“ Precision Sails built a great mainsail. Everything was done as expected at a good price and a good turn around time. They were on top of each step and advised me accordingly. I will likely have them start on a head sail soon.” -David B. (Google)

“ Our new furling jib for a Corsair 27 Had to be specially designed due to the height of the furler, but this was accomplished quickly and in short order we had our sail which fits beautifully and has a great shape. It’s everything we could have wanted, high tech design, thoughtfully executed and affordable.” -Nancy Y. (Yelp)

“ Really impressed how much better the performance on my boat has been with a new mainsail from Precision. The process was great and appreciated the advice during the design stage for club racing configuration. -Carl Lingen (Facebook)

“ Precision sails delivered a high quality product at a very reasonable price. The sail they created is custom fit for my boat and the challenging conditions under which she will be used. -John M. (BBB)

“ My new warp drive tri-radial mainsail from Precision Sails exceeded my expectations. I would put their product against any of the big lofts. The quality control and attention to detail is exceptional. Fun group of sailors to work with. Highly recommended. -David Sestini (Google)

“ Followed advice of their design team for our Hunter Passage 42. Very happy with the increased low wind performance of our head sail. -Caleb Coggins (Google)

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