Bigger doesn't mean better, buying a pocket yacht, Hutchins Compac 16

Welcome back to another video. Since getting out of the Navy I had been wanting to get back onto the water, so I have had a plethora of boats trying to do it affordably and easily, well those 2 statements don't come easy with boats. I think I have finally figured it out. I am downsizing from my compac 23 to a 16 in hopes of easier launching an recovery.

[@TheWaterbouy88]

Your 16 is great shape! Just got a '84 16' for $1,300 need small fiberglass work on the keel, paint and new rub rail. The easy of trailing byself was the big appeal. Great video fellow squidly, AE2.

[@Jim-ro5sl]

Those are great boats. I had one for a while. Good sailing boats. The only downside to me was it was so small inside. That was a very good buy. Hard to find one that good for that price

[@penhdog2207]

"how ya doing! Comfy! Yeah! Me too" I was thinking that section was going to last longer. Lol😂

[@EmptyNestOutdoors]

Great little boats! Just picked one up(1981), needs a bit of work. This one looks in great condition.

[@craigdarby9533]

They're nice, well built little boats. Just bought a turnkey, 2003 ComPac Suncat. Haven't had it in the water yet, will probably have to wait until spring. Planning on some overnights and maybe week long camping trips. Looks like yours is ready to go. Fair winds!

[@Bill-es8ds]

Congratulations on your new purchase.My only problem with it is that, I have a 16ft boat,& every time I take it out I wish I had a bigger boat. 16ft is tiny out on the water. You will probably use it a few times, u will see what I’m talking about. I wouldn’t sell the bigger one just yet.You might regret it. Anywho, congratulations- nice sailboat.✌️

[@LilBJessup]

I started out on a 16ft sailboat, the problem with my 23 ft is, if I want to pull it out and take it somewhere else to adventure it is such a hassle, where with the 16ft, it is the perfect trailer sailor. The 23ft needs almost 5 feet of water to come off the trailer on a boat ramp and 2-3 people to hoist the mast.

[@coltonmeredith2111]

Center consoles for life lol

[@twobikesandadrone]

I'm waaaaaaay behind on your videos, since the last I saw you only had a small one like this new one. Guessing you sold that one and bought the 23 footer? Don't answer that........I'll catch up on the videos and figure it out!! Lookin forward to seeing where you take this new 16 footer!!

[@LilBJessup]

Haha, all good dude. I tend to jump around, hoping to get a decent weather day to see how she floats

[@donh8168]

How much you asking. And where you located

[@passagesfromtheheart]

Hey, hi! Came across your videos as I'm a Com-Pac owner, too -- I've got both a 23 and a Legacy (new version of the 16) -- would love to swap sailing, Com-Pac, and adventuring stories with you on my new sailing podcast! I've interviewed some other Com-Pac owners on my show, as well as other sailors who have circumnavigated the world -- or are in the process of doing so! I have a playlist on my YT channel dedicated to the podcast series, plus videos I make of my own Com-Pac and sailing stories which chronicle my journey back to sailing. Would love to hear from you and I really dig the vibe of your channel -- I've subscribed! Fair winds! ~ Chelle, SV Charm, and SV Charisma ⛵🌊🌞

[@LilBJessup]

Never done a podcast before, could be interesting!

[@passagesfromtheheart]

@@LilBJessup They are a lot of fun, for sure!

[@comac23]

What’s going on with the 23??

[@LilBJessup]

Downsizing to a smaller one for more efficient trailer sailing

[@shipskepr1]

have you sold the 23?

[@LilBJessup]

I did sell the 23 a couple of weeks ago. Ready to take the c16 out. The weather has not been the best.

[@shipskepr1]

@@LilBJessup cool ,im going out tomarrow,i live in the south,gonna be a great day

[@JohnBraman413]

no new videos? still got it?

[@LilBJessup]

I still have the 16, had her stored for the winter, I turn into a hermit in the winter. I did however just sell my Compac 23.