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Originally Posted by rbh1515
When I was looking for a smaller sailboat 3 years ago I came across a nice looking Seidelmann 25. I agree it is a pretty boat, but after doing some research I found that it is not a good boat. It is very tender. I would look elsewhere unless you want to get stuck with it. Rob
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Rob, I am with you all the way about the Tender attitude of the Seidelmann 25, however, I have reconfigure my boat (25s) from 281 sq ft to a balanced 432 sq ft. The sail set up is a 125 genoa 217 sq ft and a new main with a lowered boom (18") down. The current new main is at 215 sq ft. The rigging is standard basic and have modified tensions to accomodate the additional sail area. This craft is fully cockpit controlled for entire single handling with ease.
My current validation of performance as a race/cruise at this point, is very good. It is a nice performing cruiser with a comfortable deck for it's size.
I have also built a tandem axle cradle trailer to transport and also for winter
storage. This is for a 2200 lb fin keel load. Actually trailers excellent. I am looking to accuire a 35ft plus craft for a larger family, however, this boat is a great learner for the basics. Tom