Designed by Richard Loutek and first launched in 1985, this performance catamaran represents a sweet spot in the beach cat market, offering serious sailing capability without overwhelming complexity. Performance Catamarans built the Prindle 19 with fiberglass construction and a twin centerboard configuration that provides excellent upwind performance while maintaining the shallow draft essential for beach launching. The fractional sloop rig features a rotating mast that reduces drag and improves sail efficiency across various wind conditions. With 247 square feet of sail area driving just 385 pounds of displacement, the sail-area-to-displacement ratio of 74.76 delivers exhilarating performance that can satisfy both recreational sailors and competitive racers. The 8.5-foot beam provides impressive stability and hiking leverage for the crew. This catamaran excels in coastal waters, bay sailing, and beach cat racing circuits. Its lightweight design and centerboard configuration make it ideal for launching from beaches and shallow venues, while the performance-oriented hull shape delivers the speed thrills that catamaran sailors crave. The Prindle 19 appeals to sailors seeking a boat that bridges the gap between casual beach sailing and serious small-boat racing, offering genuine performance in a manageable package.
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What is the Prindle 19's comfort ratio?
The Prindle 19 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 1.83. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Prindle 19 safe for offshore sailing?
The Prindle 19 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 4.68. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Prindle 19?
The theoretical hull speed of the Prindle 19 is 5.76 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Prindle 19 weigh?
The Prindle 19 has a displacement of 385.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 19.21 ft.
Who designed the Prindle 19?
The Prindle 19 was designed by Richard Loutek, first built in 1985.