Hullmaster 22

Designed by Howard Hughes and built by Canadian manufacturer Hullmaster Boats starting in 1973, this 22-foot sailboat represents a thoughtful approach to compact cruising. The Hullmaster 22 features a masthead sloop rig with a generous sail area of 205 square feet, providing good performance for its size while maintaining manageable handling characteristics for small crews. With its deep 6-foot draft and substantial ballast of 835 pounds in a 2,200-pound displacement, this boat demonstrates excellent stability and seaworthiness that belies its modest length. The keel/centerboard configuration offers versatility, allowing access to shallow anchorages while maintaining the directional stability of a fixed keel design. The fiberglass construction ensures durability and relatively low maintenance. The comfort ratio of 11.3 indicates a boat optimized more for performance than heavy cruising, while the capsize screening formula of 2.33 suggests good stability for coastal sailing and protected waters. Hull speed calculations show respectable sailing speeds up to nearly 6 knots. This combination of characteristics makes the Hullmaster 22 well-suited for weekend cruising, sailing instruction, and coastal exploration, offering an ideal balance between performance and comfort for sailors seeking a capable small cruiser.

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