“To know and not to Do, is not to know”…I have a 2000 Hunter 410. She sailed across the Atlantic twice, did the Caribbean islands and up the Hudson. Very safe world cruiser.

I have owned 3 Hunters from 24 to 41 feet. No regrets ever. I could go on and on why I like Hunters. Those who criticize them haven't owned one. A great value. Hunter owners love their boats. There are also a ton of Hunter sailors on the forums that can help owners with any questions. So unfortunate they are gone now.

We spent 6 years running to both the spring and fall sailboat shows in Annapolis and have looked at hundreds of boats. After all of our research we decided on a Hunter 50 cc. We've been living aboard for 7 months now and couldn't be happier with our choice.

Great video. We just purchased a 07' Hunter 41 DS. When we were looking, everyone said stay away from Hunter. Not sure why; it's a great boat, handles great, and has PLENTY of space.

We have a 2001 Hunter 410 - love it! We are a family of 5 with 2 dogs and have sailed throughout New England with everyone happy!

Your presentation here is one of thee most complete and informative reviews that everl listened to. You nailed it. Your experience, know how and objectivity puts you in seamanhsip class, way ahead of others. Thank you for all the time and expertise.

I've owned 2 Hunters over a 20 year period. Great coastal cruisers! Easy to sail single handed up to 50'. As you say, the rigging isn't designed for ocean crossings but the roomy cockpit and main salon, and great transom access made Hunters my perfect "go to Catalina" boats.

I just bought a Hunter 420 and it is an awesome boat for live aboard. The aft cabin is spacious and comfortable.

We have a Hunter 340. One other feature we liked was the bright cabin. In addition, added a asymmetric spinnaker for sailing downwind. This is especially helpful in light winds, as the stock sails are heavy and with the B&R rig limit the wing on wing. I didn't bother with davits, but rigged up a harness for the 9' dingy and hang/hold the dingy on the swim platform - simple and works great. Love the boat!!

Funny, I just went through this same thought process, and landed in the same place. After looking for a 46/466 I came across a Hunter 430, 1997, that had been very well taken care of, for less than half of the price of the 466. I am sitting in this boat now. I has a 4'11" draft, all of the options you mention (no water maker), a big 9kw generator, new RIB, and lots of room. So far so good. It does need a new main, but I can't complain for the price.

Love my H380. Easy to sail, big aft cabin, all the amenities. Have davits and extra house batteries. Also has dorades. Wouldn’t trade it!!!

I’m looking for a sailboat, and I keep getting tempted by Hunter.This is the size I’m looking for, and the video was very helpful.

104 here today! Embracing my inner sweat lodge! Love my Hunter 40!

Loved my '89 Hunter legend 40. I inspected joints and tabbing everywhere and found no faults. It was an excellent live aboard cruiser for 60K.

Tim. Don’t forget Hunter’s flagship purpose built passage maker The 49.! The Goldilocks of production boats look at sailboat data. Shallow draft and Tall rig deep keel version. Tankage up the ying yang etc. 4 foot deep bilge! I have one and love it.

I've been sailing in a hunter lately, and I like it, wide transom, queen bed under the cockpit, wide beam. The high freeboard is how they pull of the roomy interior. And the deck is so roomy. I used to hate on em, but now I would not hesitate to buy one.

I sailing the world on a hunter 460. We live on it! Never a problem

Another great video, Tim! I've been living aboard my H410 since 2018 and seem to appreciate it more the longer I have it. Down-wind performance with the B&R rig is an issue as you mentioned, so one of my projects this spring/summer has been adding an asymmetrical spinnaker and the assorted winches and gear to fly it. I might consider trading up to a 460/466 if the right one came along, though, as they are really nice boats!

We love our 1990 Hunter 33.5. Whatever gets you out there on the water to enjoy the sport is great. 4.5’ draft bulb. More space is always better, it’s a compromise.

The complaint about the plastic strainers is a valid and easily fixed issue.

Change lights to LED and you wont generate so much heat. Great video. Thank you. Stay cool. We are in Colorado and we are also reaching into the 90’s

As C&C 27 owner, I've done Done a couple Lake Huron North Channel charters on Hunter 386 with in-mast main, etc. Room for four adults, sailed really well.

I have a Hunter 376. Added an arch and 600 watts of solar. It’s a great boat to sail and live aboard.

I love my 2008 hunter 31, it’s easy to sail & lots of fun.

"I'm melting... I'm melting..." Thank for another great video!

TaylorRoman I've only Owned a Hunter 30 1992 and I thought it was great, did everything I needed it to do. The price was right and nothing was as good as finishing work on Friday and heading out for the weekend. She had a Queen sized bed in the back port to starboard. Lived on her for five years. Thank you for bringing back those memmories.

I have a dinky Hunter 22 and its a great day sailer and OMG it was cheap! I love it. It points so well most days I can't tell where the wind is coming from by the performance. The downwind criticism is real. The first 2 years I owned it I avoided running. Once I rigged a preventer I was able to relax and not have to sail an exact downwind coarse to keep the main in place. The slightest coarse deviation with the slightest gust would send the boom bouncing and flipping to the other side.

Would you consider the Hunter 50cc, with its wing keel at 5.50 draft, a reasonable boat for the Great Loop. I admire the Hunter design and the 50 cc, is perfect to the Mrs., and myself for long term cruising. We'd like to do the Great Lopp aboud the Hunter 50 cc.

I spent a week aboard a Hunter 466 taking my ASA 101-105 courses to qualify for bareboat charters. I really enjoyed the boat and appreciated the space and comfort compared with the old Luders yawls I sailed at the US Naval Academy.

I have a Legend 33, its my first boat been sailing it on the weekends so far this year and have no regrets. Going on an extended trip first week of september with 3 of us staying on board for 5 days, looking forward to the adventure!

I love my Hunter 34 and everything about it...

Okay seriously I'm dying laughing. The AC comments damn near had me rolling on the floor. The insert of the old hot water heater putting the over the edge. Great job keep up the good work.

We have 2000 hunter 460. We love it. Just added tower for solar and dinghy. 400ah lithium, upgraded inverter, and 840 watts solar. Pretty much what you said in your video

I have a hunter 356 and am very happy with it.

I just looked at a Hunter 466 and a Marlow Hunter 40 (Funny I just did a search in my journal from the past year because for a minute I couldn't remember the "Marlow" part. Turns out.... in March I helped transfer a Hunter 38, in July I chartered a Hunter 29 and in October I hung out with y friend George on his Hunter in Annapolis. All terrific boats very nice, good sailing -- Guess they're popular and common.) Anyway the 466 seemed almost perfect. Plenty of room below, the two aft cabins, one had a locker making it somewhat a 'tunnel' but the starboard side had more than enough head space. (Two good cabins and one that will work - perfect.) I liked the V-berth, almost an island. Afterwards I looked at the Marlow Hunter 40. It seemed almost the same - but everything was smaller, the doors were narrow, the V berth ... maybe a one person V berth - it seemed short. The aft had a full 'cabin' but I found it pretty awful. If there's 18" between the mattress and the floor of the cockpit I'd be surprised. I couldn't avoid hitting stuff with my head. Kind of a deal breaker. I was told that the 2004 40 would sail better than the older 46. I don't know. So what do you think? They all had nice woodwork and good cockpits. The anchor locker tip is really good, also the water heater. So one day you notice there's some rust on the water heater - well now we know they're crappy so we order a replacement. It arrives a month later- the original hasn't failed yet and our better half hasn't had to take a single cold shower. Good information - Thank you. Good to know about the difference between an 'island hopper' and a 'cruiser.'

The first boat I learned to sail was a Snark. Ten foot encapsulated styrofoam boat. The second boat I learned to sail was a brand new mid 1980's Hunter 34.

Thanks for the great review! Looks like an excellent sailboat, however, I can't ignore the continual lure to the Beneteau.

I knew you liked Hunters 😁. I remember a very early video (you may have still been in the great lakes), you went past a Hunter, and you said it was your "dream boat", or something sling those lines. We could not agree with you more on Hunters. We are on our 2nd Hunter and love our H410

I sailed my 1994 40.5 from Florida to Australia. Great bang for your buck. Galapagos to Marquesas in 19 days, jib and main only. Very comparable quality to the other production boats I’ve owned.

I have a Hunter Passage 456. And I must say I love it. Yes there are many things I dont like but as you stated every boat is a compromise. Thanks for the video.

Thanks duck

Love your videos

Initially i found all the sweat disturbing, but by the end was just laughing. Keep up the good work.

Love seeing someone talking about hunters I love my 34 and I live with my family it has alot of space for a 34 everyone that talks smack about them hasn't owned 1

Wonderful video! Absolutely informative, while the rising temperature added a riveting peril. Next one from a piranha tank? ;-) Thank you!

As a Hobie sailor growing up having a huge main and fraction jib makes so much sense to me. Much easier to handle single handed.

Thanks for the unbiased review. It is quite true that everyone has SOME sort of bias against some brand or type of product when it comes to sailing. Hell, probably any boating or any type of pasttime for that matter. Ford vs Chevy? We all have a brand of boat or gear manufacturer that we just have our own personal issues with and will stay away from, and if there is anything to be said about the sailing community, it is that there are TONS of people who love speaking their minds frequently and quite vociferously on the forums. God forbid you do not agree with their point of view.

Bill? ... and Ted?? ... Excellent! For me it's the Cabo Rico 42 or Wauquiez Centurion 42 that I keep coming back to, but lately I've been noticing the Kirie Feeling 44.

I’m thinking of a live aboard on the BC coast. I’m wondering how they would make out in the cold in the winter.

Hunter Legend 37 we get and we love it and it's converted to 100% electric !

I love the 466 too, however, once a boat goes over 40' LOA, the slip fees double+. I guess that's not a big problem island hopping on the hook but sooner or later you will pick up a slip. The Hunter 466 is 46' LOA but less than 40' LWL which is the real living length of the boat. Plenty of boats at the magic 40' LOA that are nearly the same LWL. Much cheaper running cost.

Great show tonight. I am thinking about selling my beautiful ALBIN VEGA 27 up to a larger boat. Hunter comes to my mind. Because I love The Around Alone sailboat race. in 1995/1995 BOC. The Hunter Brand wanted to build and race around the world a specially built Hunter for the race. S/V Hunters Child. Hunters Idea was to change the per diem from day sailor to class ocean cruiser. I was impressed with the fantastic classic. A big hunter might be my next boat.

I owned Hunter 2008 49 3years later I did sold the boat. My main complaint was Down wind sailing sucks Access to any equipment sucks. Impossible the do any maintenance onboard basic 15min. repair sometimes takes me 3-4 hours due to accessibility. Just the replace replace generator starter I have to rigged Entire generator. out of the bilge to get access to starter. I can even imagine replacing main engine starter. As Hunter 49 2008 goes Great interior Lots of living space and great interior layout. I think when they build the boat main focus was all about give much space possible and make it look beautiful. and Hide or dump the equipment in the bilges and unacceptable location. Impossible the run a cables to upgrade electronics or add equipments. Only reason I sold my boat due to Impossible to access the equipments. Iam an 30 year professional marine engineer and I do all my maintenance and repairs. For your KZfaq watchers Before you purchase any boat make sure your boat have enough access to your equipments. Maintenance and repairs cost lots of money. If you are going to replace small part on the equipment You shouldn't have to remove entire equipment to get access to the part. This is my 2 cents

I have a JOHN CHERUBINI 33 aka the Hunter 33. Love it

Good videos. 2questions. Suggestions for a very good sailing 30 to 32 footers for an older couple/single hand if wife isn’t up to it and staying in Puget Sound. J32 comes to mind with smaller genny, maybe self tending, and a main that can move the boat well alone. We like to daysail in the afternoons. What happened to Yachtworld search functions, especially advanced search? I have to find it through an online search and the site is so slow probably from all the pop up ads. Any other nation wide search sites you recommend? Thanks

Like the vid buddy. I've been thinking about Hunters. Their price point makes them hard to ignore. Good luck in your search for the next 'Lady K'.

As a Canadian, you may not be aware. They have these things called "Air Conditioners". Believe it or not, they can cool rooms down significantly.😄

Very informative! Can you please do a review on the C&C 37/40? I’d love to get you expert opinion

My 1st dream sailboat is a 466 owners. Next would be Oyster 55/57 but I would need to be lotto lucky to get a Oyster ✌️

I looked at several Hunter 460's (on the internet) and I'm amazed at how high the "spiral ladders" are. It must be something like a 6 foot climb up and down that ladder. I just don't think you'd like that after a few weeks on the water, and that must add to the boat's windage. I have a 26x MacGregor and I hate how much windage it has... I can't point at all into a wind over 25 MPH. The windage has a lot to do with that.

For the market it serves the Hunter is the perfect boat

hello open the window you are in Canada, America, is probably - 3 outdoor. great presentation thanks Happy Eastern , saludos

i love my hunter--it is perfect for the money--46--have gen set,water maker,ac--i have nothing,zero to complain about

I would like to see a review on the Hunter Vision 36 for Island Hopping. I’m assuming you could cover the Freedom Yachts in the same video.

With those temps you are acclimating to being in the islands🤣🛫

I'm looking at purchaseing a new Hunter 50 CC. What arrangements should I make between the seller and the survey company, to get the survey done - in and out of the water?

Is the mast a folding down type, or does demasting involve getting a crane and pulling the mast out of the vessel?

Can you put a wind vane on a Hunter? I wasn't sure because of the shape of the transom.

Thanks for another fine video. You had mentioned in a previous episode that you could probably do an entire episode on the Benneteau Oceanis 45.1. So how about it?

Hi Tim, Is there any chance you could discuss the pro's and con's of the Wauquiez? I'm not a seasoned salty sea dog yet but I am originally British and they do seem to have quite a following that side of the pond. I bet their history is interesting too. And I recently learned how to pronounce the name. :-) Or, you've done a great job of teaching me what a production boat is but could you describe what a NOT production boat is? Few examples would be great too. Thanks very much. Really love your channel.

LED lights overdue !

I cannot find a 460 or 466 with the full aft stateroom

Mike- I am looking at buying my first boat for coastal cruising around Brisbane - Australia. Would a well looked after 2003 Hunter 306 be a good fit?

Bro! Turn on a fan!!

Hey I like Hunter

Any website suggestions to buy a sailboat in Ontario? Thanks 🙏🏻

Gday Mate. Could you do a review on Hanse 35's and 375's ?

You'll find that even macgregor owners like their boats. People find a boat that serves their purpose. The hardest part is knowing a boat serves that purpose before you buy it.

Could you do a video on cruisers in the 1500-5000 range?

What's up with the temperature thing?

It's funny now that Hunter is gone that other manufacturers are introducing Stainless arches and small jibs. A Hunter trademark.

As I watch this video, I am looking at a hunter. Seriously looking at a hunter.

I'm about to buy a 1979 hunter 33 for a trip down south. Good bad?

Hi Tim, are you still looking for a hand with Lady K or someone to turn a winch? Am here in Toronto and available.

hunter 28 vs catalina 28 which is better? looking at both now.

Back in the day before Tim could afford a longer camera lense and a larger room with AC..

a 46' not for ocean crossing? i've seen catalina 28's crossing to bahamas and caribbean.

MacGregor does whatever MacGregor does.... LMAO

We’re in the demographic you mentioned, just retired and looking for a cruiser around 40 feet. The lack of a back stay is a key reason why I would shy away from a Hunter. I understand that they are engineered and are safe, however not having a back stay makes me nervous and the issue of not being able to let out the main due to the swept back spreaders is a contributing factor. High on our short list is a Beneteau 393 owner’s version or a similar Catalina. Any thoughts from you or your viewers would be appreciated. Love your videos. Best wishes from down under:)

😂😂😂 its face melting hot in Houston right now, and this did not help any!

Could you mention what kind of boat the Lady K is?

I believe the sailaway YT channel have a 466.

Hi Tim, sorry, this is not related to Hunters, I was hoping you might have something to say about Lavranos yachts? Love your work by the way. Cheers Greg

Bill and Ted. Lol

I own a Hunter 45 DS which I keep on Lake Michigan. It's a great boat and they layout is fine for what we use the boat for. That said I'm in the market for a Hunter 50 Center Cockpit so if anyone is selling please let me know.

Macgregor 26M does 'what it does' better than anyone else. It's not live aboard. It does sail and motor well. I typically sail. At 26 ft it offers more than most. Don't compare to boats with different missions.

My only objection is how the cockpit on many Hunter’s looks like a hot tub with a door

What you think of the hunter 54

The B&R rig has massive hardware compared to conventional rigs.

As close as it gets to stand up comedy! Very well scripted, entertaining and informative. Don’t turn on the AC !