renken 18 sailboat

The Renkin 18 is a 17.5ft fractional sloop designed by Brian Amato and built in fiberglass since 1977.

The Renkin 18 is a light sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.

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Newport 16 or Renken 18

• Thread starter Paul
• Start date May 16, 2004
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I'm looking for my first sailboat for my family and I. I have never sailed and have a family of four. I have these two boats that I have narrowed my selection to. I want a boat that is roomy enough for my family, easy to trailer, and yet still have fun on. Anyone have any suggestions or information on either one of these boats?  

neptune 16 I had a Neptune 16 for my first sailboat(neptune 16 and newport 16 same boat I believe),Luved the boat, sailed well, and was forgiving of my mistakes for a small sailboat. Not a lot of cabin room but overnited in it a couple of times with wife and kids (wife wasn't happy but kids luved it) Have no knowledge of your other choice. But I know the neptune was very well built...best of luck and happy sails  

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Renken I was looking for an open 16 footer to introduce my daughters to sailing when I ran across a Renken 18 for sale - it had been donated to a church. It taught me a lot in the 6 years I owned it, and though it was a long way from a state-of-the-art design, it suited my needs at the time. A very safe and stable sailer, its rig is simple and easy to set up - which also means that it doesn't have the tweaks that a more performance oriented boat would have. It was originally built as a "Tangerine 18" in the late 70s, then Renken bought the mold(s) and made them in '83, only to stop production because they cost too much to build. I did about 400 sails on mine and sold it for almost what I had in it, after pushing it as far as I could (rigged it for spinnaker, etc.) Because it has a stub keel it will make a goodly amount of leeway upwind, and thus is not much good for racing, but if you don't mind that drawback it is a fine boat, well built and simple. I would be happy to comment further backchannel. Check out geocities.com/renkensailboats/ for more info.  

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Newport 16 The Newport has a very large cockpit, easy and fast to rig, very easy and stable to sail. Cabin is too small for family overnight, but great boat for daysailing with lots of storage room in the cabin.  

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RENKIN 18 Detailed Review

If you are a boat enthusiast looking to get more information on specs, built, make, etc. of different boats, then here is a complete review of RENKIN 18. Built by undefined and designed by undefined, the boat was first built in 1977. It has a hull type of Fin w/transom hung rudder and LOA is 5.33. Its sail area/displacement ratio 17.97. Its auxiliary power tank, manufactured by undefined, runs on undefined.

RENKIN 18 has retained its value as a result of superior building, a solid reputation, and a devoted owner base. Read on to find out more about RENKIN 18 and decide if it is a fit for your boating needs.

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Boat specifications, sail boat calculation, when was renkin 18 first built.

RENKIN 18 was first built in 1977.

How long is RENKIN 18?

RENKIN 18 is 4.55 m in length.

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1984 Renken 18, anyone ever messed with one?

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I might be able to get a 1984 Renken 18 soon. It seems to be in good shape from what ive seen. Theres no bottom paint on it so i can see the gelcoat and don't see any blisters. Its on a trailer, but its not the right type of trailer. Im thinking of buying this and having my sisters kids help me fix it up, then in a few years give it to them. I like that its not a centreboard boat, but a fixed keel.  

Hey, I dont know if you'll ever see this or not but yeah, actually i own a renken 18. It is my first boat and i have really enjoyed it. i have had it since summer 2005. it was almost too much for me to handle by just reading a "how to sail" book and putting in it the water but i haven't gotten into any serious trouble or damage. its like one of the guys in my sailing club says, "sailing is the only sport where you can scare the s**t out of yourself doing 8 miles an hour." Anyway, i hope you bought the boat and are enjoying it as much as i have been. DAK1  

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Renkin 18' Sailboat Tangerine Say Sailer

Sterling, Colorado

Make Renkin

Model 18'

Category Daysailer Sailboats

Length 18.0

Posted Over 1 Month

For Sale Renkin 18 Ft Sailboat. Also know as the Tangerine. This boat is in perfect conditionThe Renkin 18 was a hugely popular sailboat and if you are familiar with the Tangerine this is probably the nicest one you'll find available! Why? Because this boat has been in storage in a dry garage since 1994 with the sails were tucked away in a nylon sail bag. When we pulled it out of storage this year the only issue was the tires on the trailer. We bought brand new tires and rims and its ready to go.For me the look and feel of the tiller is something important. I've included a picture for all you skippers.Technical InformationBoat name: Renken 18 Sailboat (R18)LOA: 17'6"LWL: 15'3"Draft: 24"Beam: 6'4"Keel: fixed shoalDisplacement: 1220 lbsBallast: 450 lbsSleeps: 2 adults, 2 childrenSail area: main = 91 sq ft, jib = 59 sq ft, (total = 150 sq ft)Portsmouth # (for regattas): 112.4

1989 Catalina Capri 18 Sailboat

Navarre, Florida

Make Catalina

Model Capri 18

Category Cruiser Motorcycles

1989 Capri 18 sailboat, made by Catalina Yachts. Well balanced helm, carries through tacks smoothly and is stable in both light and heavy air. Lightly used boat, great pocket cruiser, extra long cockpit with 6-foot, 10-inch contoured seats; a forward V-berth and two 7-1/2-foot-long quarterberths that can convert to a queen bunk; large portlights and forward hatch; plenty of storage above and below decks, including a molded-in fuel tank locker; a 48-quart portable cooler that doubles as a companionway step and a portable toilet under the V-berth. Light enough to be towed by SUV or minivan. Trailer sailed til Aug 2014, mostly freshwater. Main, jib and genoa in outstanding shape with sail covers. Gel coat in great shape. Mast, boom, running rigging and standing rigging excellent condition. Wing keel, Pettit bottom paint December 2014 by The Boat Yard in Ft Walton Beach. New 2009 Suzuki 4hp 4 stroke purchased from Lou's Marine August 2014. Quiet and sips gas. Interior in excellent condition, cushions make a pallet bed in lower berth. Trailer has 8 foot tongue extender, keel guides, spare tire. Serviced by Eddie English Boat Trailer December 2014. Road ready with new tires, new hubs and bearings and working lights. 1 7/8 inch ball. VHF radio Marine Battery Throwable flotation device Day Signal Fire extinguisher Anchor with line Boat hook Dock lines Fenders This boat is ready to sail, just add people, PFDs and lunch :) Clear Florida title for boat, Florida registration for trailer and Bill of Sale for motor provided. $5500 with motor, $4900 without. $500 deposit, balance within 3 days. Delivery negotiable.

Custom Flex Interlake Sailboat 18 ft with Pamco Trailer

Delphos, Ohio

Make Custom Flex

Model Interlake

This boat is a 1975 Custom Flex Interlake sailboat. The boat is complete as far as I can tell and includes the mast, boom, rudder, tiller, main and foresail and a Pamco trailer. I am the third owner of this boat, I have not sailed it but the previous owner was sailing the boat in 2013. The hull needs some fiberglass work done where the centerboard pocket is on the hull, and the floor has delaminated. The sails, rudder, mast and boom are in good condition. The tiller is in working condition but should be replaced.The Pamco trailer is in excellent condition and only needs tires and paint. I would probably replace the wooden guides also. The boat has a title, the trailer is registered. Local pickup only. Delivery might be arranged depending upon distance. No returns unless item not as described.

18ft sailboat on good trailer $400 obo Must sell

Winter Garden, Florida

18 ft sailboat on good trailer sold as is No leaks Small cabin No mast No title Trailer in good shape/good tires Must sell! 407-448-9749 leave message

Sailboat 35 ft., Columbia 10.7 meters

Richmond, California

Sailboat, 1978 Columbia Yacht 10.7 Meters, 35' Wide-body Super-cruiser (roomy), Model 351, Alan Payne, Designer, Excellent Condition with recent upgrades, Great SF Bay and Coastal Cruiser. Wonderful live-aboard qualities. We have tried to price this fairly, however please feel free to make a reasonable offer. We are willing to work with a serious buyer to better understand what kind of boat you get for the price here in the SF Bay area. Please know there are significant differences between a regular 35' Columbia and 10.7 metered Columbia which is 35' in length. Columbia Yacht builders created a "metered series" which are more luxurious yachts with teak and holly flooring, lots of beautiful teak in the interior and much more along with the famous "wineglass" transom. LOA 35'2", LWL 26'7", Beam 11'4", Draft 5'5", Displacement 13,900 lbs., Ballast 5100 lbs., Sloop Rig, Sail Area Totals 532 sq. ft., Main 222 sq. ft., Foretriangle 310 sq. ft. Lifelines and Standing rigging, new in 1999 New in 2007: Foam and Upholstery in Interior, Dodger and Sail Cover. Custom Mattress in V-Berth includes built-in Memory foam on one side Diesel Fuel tank 30 gal., Water tanks 88 gal., Sleeps 6, Cabin Headroom 6'2", Vertical Clearance 47'4" Diesel Engine: Yanmar 2QM20, 22 H.P. @3000 RPM Marine Reversing Gearbox (transmission) Model KBW10 with 2.14 gear ratio (Factory New, installed in 2000); Bronze 14x14 3-bladed Propeller. 3 Sails: A Fully Battened Dacron Main; with 120% Dacron Genoa on a Harken Jib Reefing and Furling System; New in 1997/like new condition now, Asymmetrical Nylon Spinnaker with ATN Spinnaker Sleeve and ATN Tacker. Navtec Hydraulic Backstay Adjuster Simpson Lawrence Hyspeed 510 Double Action Lever Windlass, RCA60 (New in 1997); CQR 35 Bow anchor with 3/8" x 150' of Chain plus 5/8" x 90' Braided Rode with double bow anchor rollers. Electronics: Furuno Marine Radar, Model-1720, 7 ranges from 0.25 to 16 nm; Garmin GPS, Model 120; Two VHF Radios, 1 in Cockpit and 1 at Nav. Station; AM/FM Radio/Tape player with inside and outside speakers. Edson, Aft cockpit pedestal steering wheel; Autohelm ST 4000 Wheeldrive Autopilot; The 10.7 Sailboat has a traditional wineglass transom that pulls the quarter wave aft, dampens pitching and makes for a balanced helm at all angles of heel. Split stern rail with swim/safety ladder Quick Vang, Model B-18 (Boom Vang eliminates Topping Lift) 3-Burner Propane Stove with Oven, Like new condition Stainless Steel Davit, used for raising Outboard motor and stern anchor. Spinnaker Pole 14'5" x 3 1/8" Bottom painted and hull waxed in November, 2014. Many more items not listed. As is for $39,995. All items in photos are subject to change without notice. Please assume this is available for sale as I will remove the listing when sold. Your phone number with any questions is helpful, thank you.

1984 Renkin Tangerine Sailboat

Model Tangerine

The Renkin 18 was a hugely popular sailboat. It is a shallow keel making it easy to maneuver on smaller lakes etc. This boat was also made with an orange hull and was called a Tangerine. If you are familiar with the Tangerine this is probably the nicest one you'll find available! Why? Because this boat has been in storage in a dry garage since 1994 with the sails were tucked away in a nylon sail bag. When we pulled it out of storage this year the only issue was the tires on the trailer. We bought brand new tires and rims and its ready to go.For me the look and feel of the tiller is something important. I've included a picture for all you skippers. We also have a custom made boat cover. It was torn in a storm but could be used as a pattern or possibly repaired.Technical InformationBoat name: Renken 18 Sailboat (R18)LOA: 17'6"LWL: 15'3"Draft: 24"Beam: 6'4"Keel: fixed shoalDisplacement: 1220 lbsBallast: 450 lbsSleeps: 2 adults, 2 childrenSail area: main = 91 sq ft, jib = 59 sq ft, (total = 150 sq ft)Portsmouth # (for regattas): 112.4

Catalina 30 Sailboat

Elephant Butte, New Mexico

30' Catalina 30, 1977 For Sale in Elephant Butte, New Mexico Catalina has been one of the most popular sailboat builders in America. Designed by legendary boat builder Frank Butler, the Catalina 30 has been one of the most popular and longest production cruisers of any boat in her class. Her beamy 10' 10" hull provides for a spacious cabin that is perfectly laid out for cruising. Her heavy ballasted shoal draft keel and tall-rig design enable her to perform with excellent sailing characteristics in a wide variety of wind conditions. She is a deck-stepped masthead sloop with single upper shrouds and spreaders, double lower shrouds, split adjustable backstay, with an rigid boom vang, Harken furling head sail, and a custom balanced rudder for added performance. Her cockpit is equipped with two primary two speed Lewmar 40 winches and a Lewmar single speed winch at the foot of the mast. Her pedestal steering and large wrap around cockpit seating offers plenty of room for captain and crew while maintaining easy access to winches, clutches, and lines. Below deck her roomy forward v-berth offers ample room for two adults, aft of the main cabin and to port is her head with standup shower and a large hanging lock to starboard. Further aft she has a large L-shaped dinette with starboard settee and well appointed galley. The convenient navigators station to starboard offers a great place to plot your course and plan your next adventure! Her tall-rig, custom balanced rudder, and stiff sailing characteristics make this Catalina 30 an absolute pleasure to sail. Day sails, week long cruises, and the occasional club race can all be enjoyed in this beautiful sailboat. Contact the listing broker today for more details! *She can be seen by appoint by contacting the listing broker today. Her owner is motivated and will consider all reasonable offers. You may also make an Internet offer contingent to your personal inspection and contingencies. Call or email today to arrange for a viewing or to submit an offer. We look forward to hearing from you. Additional Specs, Equipment and Information: Specs Builder: Catalina Designer: Frank Butler Flag of Registry: United States Keel: Fin Dimensions LOA: 29 ft 11 in Beam: 10 ft 10 in Maximum Draft: 4 ft 4 in Dry Weight: 10200 lbs Engines Total Power: 30 HP Engine 1: Engine Brand: Atomic Engine Model: 4 Engine/Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol Propeller: 3 blade propeller Engine Power: 30 HP Tanks Fresh Water Tanks: (15 Gallons) Fuel Tanks: (18 Gallons) Holding Tanks: (18 Gallons) Accommodations Number of double berths: 2 Number of cabins: 1 Number of heads: 1 Electronics Plotter GPS Compass Radio VHF CD player Rigging Steering wheel Inside Equipment Electric bilge pump Hot water Electric head Outside Equipment/Extras Swimming ladder

1984 Catalina 25 Sailboat

Nordman, Idaho

1984 Catalina 25 Sailboat. Tall Ship. 25 ft. Swing Keel. Bristol condition! - Exterior wood refinished last season (beautiful)- Has always been under cover when stored. - Can accommodate up to 4 persons comfortably but it does sleep 6.- Popup Top with Full Canvas Enclosure to give plenty of standup room in the galley.- Swing keel draft is 18" to 5 ft. - 7.5 Horsepower Honda Motor- Comes with a galley with 2 burner alcohol stove sink and ice box- Marine head & sink (we never used)Less than BR Marine Radio- Stereo is a single disc CD player and more- All sails in good to excellent condition including a blue white & teal sail- Custom window in the aft berth- Custom boards to make another bed in the galley across the benches or on deck in the cockpit- Custom rigging to the aft to allow one person to sail alone- Mast Assist Tools- Lots of equipment in the hull under the cockpit which will stay with the boat- Custom Wood Anchor Mount on the bow sprint.- NEVER BEEN SAILED IN SALTWATER!!- Comes with a custom trailer with the extended arm- You can sail this boat alone very easily- Clear title in hand- This is a must see boat and everything within works well. Boat has always been very well taken care of....in better condition than several newer boats we've seen. - Serious inquiries only. Qualified buyers may be eligible for Full Financing Nationwide Shipping and Extended Warranty.- ~S~

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

23' Bano Old World 18 Gaffrig Sailboat 1982

Holland, Michigan

Call Boat Owner Stanley 616-742-9995.Tan/Bark sails also a white set, roller furl jib, fiberglass hull with spruce mast, boom and gaff. Also teak and oak. Many extras. Trailer. 18ft at waterline, draft 15in or 3ft with keel down, full set of covers

Sailboat, 21ft, Gaff topsail cutter rig, motor, trailer, 8 sails, rigging

Adams Run, South Carolina

Make Windjammer Yachts

Model Gaff Topsail, Cutter

Length 21.0

This is Hull #1, 1961, Windjammer 21's from California, designed by Morgan Embrogan and built in Southern California back in the 60's and early 70's by various commercial builders. There were at least 15 built and I have a gaff-rigged, topsail cutter. This Windjammer sailed to Hawaii and back from California twice and to Alaska and back to CA. boats have very easily folded masts, even under sail, fit into US containers (24). The Windjammer 21 will sleep 4 in separate bunks and is very comfortable under way and in the slip. With quadrant centerboard up it draw 18 inches and weight empty is 2500#. It has always been great in the Channel Islands because it cuts over the kelp and because it is so light we used to tie off to the kelp (don't shoot me) to keep from carrying 600' feet of line and extra chain necessary to normal anchor around the islands. Boat is in Charleston, SC now on a trailer. Steel trailer has 4 new tires, wheels, bearings, recently pulled from Florida. 6 bags of sails, all rigging, outboard in a well, boat is ready to sail but could use some TLC, paint, varnish, etc. Photo of Black hull boat is a sistership. Could deliver for a fee if needed after purchase.

45 Foot Morgan Design S&J Sailboat

Galveston, Texas

Make Morgan

Model Starratt & Jenks 45

Length 45.0

1977 45 foot Morgan Starratt and Jenks Sailboat (Coast Guard Documented) Hull material: fiberglassHull shape: full keel (lead encapsulated - 12,000 lb. ballast)Length: 45 ft. 9 in.Beam: 11 ft.Draft: 6 ft. 1 in. Engine: Volvo Penta D2 55 F (new engine and new gearbox installed 2011)Current engine hours: 27Shaft: 1.25 in. Diameter / Aqua Met 19 material (new 2011)Shaft Seal: PSS drip less shaft seal with carbon flange and stainless steel collar (new 2011)Prop: Two blade fixed 18 in. Diameter X 13 in. PitchExhaust: Inline water lift muffler and 2.5 in. Corrugated exhaust hose with exhaust Groco valve for heavy following seas (all new 2011)New throttle cable 2011Water strainer: Groco top of the line bronze strainer (new 2011)Raw water hoses: all new 2011 Standing Rigging: 1x19 stainless steel 316 material; uppers 3/8 in., lowers 5/16 in. Two back stays(could setup as yawl), one forestay, two upper side stays, four lower side stays. Hayn Hi-Mod compression eyes (top and bottoms) & huge turnbuckles, toggles. (All New 2011, except turnbuckles and toggles). Bottom paint: 7 coats Pettit Vivid bottom paint( multi colors for different layers) 2011Bottom primer: 3 coats Pettit Hi-build epoxy primer & 2 coats west epoxy below the primer. 2011 Starting battery: AGM Sears Die Hard Platinum deep cycle / starting (2011 new)House battery: AGM 8D Mastervolt (2011 new)Battery switch / isolator installedSolar Panel: 40 wattShore power charger: 10 amp each x 2 banks (AGM, gel, or conventional)LED spreader lights (new 2011), AC shore power outlets inside cabin (4 installed) Communications: VHF, RG213 ancor cable (new 2011), new Antennae whip 2011 Steering: Edson, rudder pinned at bottom of keel with bronze shoe. Stainless steel rudder shaft. Diesel Tank: Needs new, location for at least 50 gallons. Fresh water tanks: 1 plastic at least 20 gallons, plus Vetus water bladder.Holding tank: 1 with plumbing ready for new head (head currently not installed, plumbing is installed though) Berthing: 1 quarter berth, one cabin, one v berth area, but storage area for now, one couch location capable of adult sleeping, one couch area capable of child sleeping.Cushions: cockpit cushions provided in good shape, new interior cushions needed. Galley area: Nice double deep stainless steel sink, Formica counter tops, stove in good condition with stainless steel fuel tank and pressure gauge. Boat is sold as is and where is, descriptions given for reference only. It is buyers duty to make thorough investigation prior to making offer or accepting buy it now price. Non-refundable deposit is required upon accepting buy it now price or placing offer that is accepted by seller. Buyer is responsible for storage, and delivery upon purchase. No warranties apply or given from seller. Buyer assumes all responsibility of ownership fully! For viewing of vessel or questions prior to close of listing, please notify seller via email [email protected] or thru eBay platform.

Gastron Spirit 6.5 Sailboat (Spirit 21)

Memphis, Tennessee

Make Spirit

Length 21.3

1978 Gastron Spirit 6.5 Sailboat - also known as Spirit 21Clean - Good Condition! Includes: Boat, Mast, Mainsail, Jib, 2005 Mercury Bigfoot 9.9 Outboard with Tiller Steering, Anchor, and Trailer (New trailer tires)SPIRIT 21 (6.5)(drawing on sailboatdata.com)Hull Type:Swing KeelRig Type:Masthead SloopLOA:21.25' / 6.48mLWL:18.75' / 5.72mBeam:7.83' / 2.39mListed SA:195 ft2 / 18.12 m2Draft (max.)5.00' / 1.52mDraft (min.)1.70' / 0.52mDisp.2100 lbs./ 953 kgs.Ballast:550 lbs. / 249 kgs.SA/Disp.:19.07Bal./Disp.:26.13%Disp./Len.:142.22Designer:Hank HinckleyBuilder:Glastron (USA)Construct.:FGBal. type:First Built:1977Last Built:# Built:RIG DIMENSIONS KEYI(IG):25.15' / 7.67mJ:8.82' / 2.69mP:21.10' / 6.43mE:8.00' / 2.44mPY:EY:SPL/TPS:ISP:SA(Fore.):110.91 ft2 / 10.30 m2SA(Main):84.40 ft2 / 7.84 m2Total(calc.)SA:195.31 ft2 / 18.14 m2DL ratio:142.22SA/Disp:19.10Est. Forestay Len.:26.65' / 8.12mBUILDERS (past & present)More about & boats built by: Glastron (USA)DESIGNERMore about & boats designed by: Robert FinchNOTESAlso called SPIRIT 6.5.According to Spirit/Glastron literature literature, the SPIRIT 21/SPIRIT 6.5 was designed by Hank Hinckley. This attribution raises interesting questions that have, as yet, remain unanswered.

Gastron Spirit 21 Sailboat 1978 - Lost Job. Must Sell!!

Germantown, Tennessee

Model 21 - Lost Job. Must Sell!!

1978 Gastron Spirit 6.5 Sailboat - also known as Spirit 21Boat is Clean - Good Condition! Just, tow it, step the mast and sail it!Includes: Boat, Mast, Mainsail, Jib, Anchor, Rudder, Depth Finder and Trailer (New trailer tires)SPIRIT 21 (6.5)(drawing on sailboatdata.com)Hull Type: Swing Keel Rig Type: Masthead SloopLOA: 21.25' / 6.48m LWL: 18.75' / 5.72mBeam: 7.83' / 2.39m Listed SA: 195 ft2 / 18.12 m2Draft (max.) 5.00' / 1.52m Draft (min.) 1.70' / 0.52mDisp. 2100 lbs./ 953 kgs. Ballast: 550 lbs. / 249 kgs.SA/Disp.: 19.07 Bal./Disp.: 26.13% Disp./Len.: 142.22Designer: Hank HinckleyBuilder: Glastron (USA)Construct.: FG Bal. type: First Built: 1977 Last Built: # Built: RIG DIMENSIONS KEYI(IG): 25.15' / 7.67m J: 8.82' / 2.69mP: 21.10' / 6.43m E: 8.00' / 2.44mPY: EY: SPL/TPS: ISP: SA(Fore.): 110.91 ft2 / 10.30 m2 SA(Main): 84.40 ft2 / 7.84 m2Total(calc.)SA: 195.31 ft2 / 18.14 m2 DL ratio: 142.22SA/Disp: 19.10 Est. Forestay Len.: 26.65' / 8.12mBUILDERS (past & present)More about & boats built by: Glastron (USA)DESIGNERMore about & boats designed by: Robert FinchNOTESAlso called SPIRIT 6.5. On Oct-11-15 at 12:47:59 PDT, seller added the following information: $500 Deposit via PayPal due within 24 hours of purchase.

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1979 Renken-sold 18' Tangerine

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Sold-1979 18 foot Renken Tangerine with 2008 Magic tilt Trailer. Very good condition with bimini top. It has an electric motor and a 2019 Tohatsu 4HP 4 stroke gas motor available for an extra $1,500. Boat has a fixed 450 lb keel and draws 24 inches of water. Perfect starter boat that is easy to handle and comfortable. Call Scott at 850-292-4981.

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

First built by Salt Marine of Ft Lauderdale FL (USA). Later offered as the SIGMA 18, before the molds were purchased by Renkin, better known as a builder of powerboats. It then became the RENKIN 18.

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Opinions/history on Renken boats?

• Thread starter rzawora
• Start date Nov 1, 2008
• Nov 1, 2008

Hey everyone. I'm a new boat owner...bought my first bought earlier this season from a 78 year old neighbor down the road who was original owner and meticulously took care of it. It's a 1998 Renken 210CC, 21' cuddy cabin with 4.3L I/O. Since then I have found out that Renken is out of business and this was the last year any vessels had their name. It's my understanding that United Marine took-over Renken around 1995 due to bankruptcy. I guess really what I'm trying to figure out is the overall quality of the boat? Reputation of the company/manufacturer, etc.? Anyone have any experience with these things? Any insight someone can give will be greatly appreciated...and hey, I won't kill the messenger! This boat may be 10 years old, but you can hardly tell...he was retired Navy (heck the boat's name is Sea Bee), he was 68 when he bought it brand new, and was always kept on a lift at his house and maintained by a very reputable (and very pricey) marine shop around here. Let me know what you got for me...thanks in advance...  

tashasdaddy

Honorary moderator emeritus.

Re: Opinions/history on Renken boats? they have great reputations. sounds like a nice hull, power plant combo.  

Fleet Admiral

Re: Opinions/history on Renken boats? I used to have a 1983 Renken 18 footer.It had a Mercury outboard on it. I owned it for several years and sold it for more than i bought it for. It was a well built boat.I would buy another one if i found a good deal on one. I never had one problem with it.  

Re: Opinions/history on Renken boats? I've owned three older Renken boats, I've had '82 and '83 Renken 900 Fisherman models and an older 1978 Cuddy cabin with an I/O drive and 302 Ford engine. All three were great boats, none had any issues what so ever. Excellent hull design, dry ride and lots of room. Renken went through a number of ownership changes in the later years, its always been my understanding that the original Renken boats were all prior to 1985, then after that the company was run by the original owners sons or something who then ran it till 1995. They eventually came back as Sea Fox boats, same owners, same factory location. You can find more info at fiberglassics.com.  

Re: Opinions/history on Renken boats? Thanks for all the info guys. I've been extremely happy with this boat so far. Not a single problem. This is my first boat, but my father and other family members have always had boats that I helped use, abuse, and take care of. Unfortunately for me, they all had outboards, so a lot of this mechanical stuff is new to me. Most things don't seem that difficult though. As for the boat, I would agree with what you guys said so far. I'm happy that the couple comments are positive, I was starting to wonder if the one I had just didn't have problems yet . I guess I say that because I don't see many of them around for sale, and prior to me purchasing this one, I had never heard of them. The hull is in great shape and seems to be well built and strong. The boat shows no sign of damage or rot. The original owner had problems with the original gas tank and had it professionally replaced and the floor professionally refinished to the tune of $2k several years ago. The owner told me that he could count on his one hand how many times he's had it over 4000 rpm's. Even when I test drove it, he was asking me to take it easy...all I did was go over 4000 r's. lol. I even talked to the shop that did all the work on this boat for 10 years, and their exact words were, "...that's all you paid? Damn what a deal, run the hell out of it cause he never did." They told me he would call them over the littlest noise or vibration, and never spared a dime. The only thing the mechanic did tell me to watch for was if it ever started mis-firing to look to the manifolds for the problem...something about they were one piece then, I'm assuming he means risers and mani's...not sure though. Maybe I can get more info on that in the other section. Thanks again for your input...I just hope I can take care of it as well as the original owner and his mechanics did...if so, it should have many many more years on it. I'll look forward to sharing the time with all you mates  

• Nov 14, 2010

Re: Opinions/history on Renken boats? i have just bought a 1990 renken spitfire, 20ft with 5.7l Cobra V8 with King Cobra drive with twin thru hull exhausts, sounds nice  

Re: Opinions/history on Renken boats? Our 1983 Renken was junk from day one. The hull almost cracked it two when the boat was 4 years old. It got a brand new 1988 hull put under it at the factory in Charleston SC, where they completely reconned the top deck, and it was a good solid boat after that.  

Supreme Mariner

• Nov 15, 2010

Neil2167 said: King Cobra drive Click to expand...

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Frank Acampora

Re: Opinions/history on Renken boats? I had an 81 Renken 18 foot, closed bow outboard. It was an entry level boat and the previous owner used it on the Delaware Bay in rough--really rough--water. When I got it I quickly found that the deck had separated from the hull from the bow halfway back to the stern. The "pop" rivets holding it together were not backed by washers and in the pounding of the rough water. they pulled right through the fiberglass. There was no scuffing of the hull or other damage so it had to be wave pounding related. I replaced all the rivets with 1/4 inch truss head bolts. That was the only problem I ever had with the boat. The boat was a great riding, excellent rough water boat. It would handle almost anything you could expect from a boat that size with no fuss. The only reason I sold it was because I wanted a larger cuddy cabin boat.  

HarleyBlack

• Sep 17, 2020

I’m looking at a 1988 Renken Classic Cuddy cabin but I can’t find the HIN on the rear where they usually are. Is there some other place that I can look to get this information (HIN#)? Thanks