Macgregor Owner Reviews

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Review of the Macgregor 25 by Ernest Garbagnati

Year built	1984
Location of boat	St. Kilda Marina Australia
The boat is sailed on	Bays, sounds, or protected salt water
How the boat is used	Day sailing
Normal wind strength	10-15 knots
Average size of crew	2-4
Liveaboard?	No
Owner bought the boat in	2003
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again?	Yes
Gear that's been added	New Rudder, Changed riging, New compas, Speedlog.
Structural or complex improvements	No
The boat's best features	It is very roomy and easy to sail.It is light wieght for easy towing.
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc.	The rudder castle brock into two pieces.I had to get a new rudder made.The rudder and castle design can be improved.
Sailing characterisitcs	It handles very good in winds of about 10-15 knotsIn high winds (20-30knots)it becomes a little hard to control. The boat is very light and therefor get's pushed around a lot.
Motoring characterisitcs	I use a 8 Hp Johnston outboard moter.It is satisfactory for my needs. I only use the motor to get in and out of the marina.
Liveability	The mac 25 is great for a weekend or even for a week or two. Is is very roomy and great for two-four people.
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