GREAT POCKET CRUISER!! Island Packet 27 Sailboat for sale - EP91

[@jimmurphy2303]

Thank you Captain Q and Randay! From the Great Lakes! Where I’ve sailed for 40 years, and proud to report that I faithfully watched every episode of your show and used your show to refine my search “hither and yawn” two winters ago, around the Great Lakes-Marinas and Boat yards, from Chicago up and around the Mitten and back south to Cleveland, in search of our ideal Blue Water boat capable of safely navigating the Great Lakes Beautiful Bays and countless islands. And after viewing this episode Iam happy to report the purchase of a 1990 27’ Island Packet. They really are nice boats and yes there not race boats but there built to take a licking and they are nice cruisers, now that Iam retired I don’t need to be back by Sunday night anymore all I need is plenty of d.m. Thanx again Cap’n😉

[@bcsbrown1]

Congratulations! I live right by Burnham Harbor and I dream of retiring with an IP to sail around the Great Lakes and beyond. You're living my dream!

[@YachtHunters]

Congrats, Jim… you have a fine vessel with the IP27… you will have plenty of fun with that and we love the ‘don’t have to be back on Sunday’ sentiment! Cheers!

[@alanouellette]

When do we get another update on Randy's boat! As always, thanks for the content!!!

[@jandoodle6769]

Yes second that, we would like an update ran-Dee

[@jmkenny]

I 3rd that rannnday!

[@philc.6051]

4th that Randay!

[@YachtHunters]

Very soon!

[@johnlampe3258]

"Storage for everything you don't want to put somewhere else you can put in there!" Another great quote from Capt Q!

[@YachtHunters]

😁

[@tedunguent156]

Island Packets always amaze me. Somehow, they seem to get more usable space out of their designs. Thanks for the tour Cap'n Q and Ran-Day.

[@joecucch8261]

My favorite sailboat show and tell channel by far !!

[@YachtHunters]

you are our favorite fans by far

[@konaono]

Enjoyed the history of Robert Johnson and his association with McDonnell Douglas. My mentor Harold Adams was the retired Chief when I met him in Hawaii in 1977. Harold calculated the handicapping system for sailboat racers of varying lengths among many other notable accomplishments. He was a great safety engineer and pioneered surfing in Southern California. Designed the first hydraulic landing gear for the DC-3 and built his own 54 foot motor sailer that he Captained when moving from Pacific Palisades to Hawaii in 1971. I had the pleasure of assisting the build of a 34 foot flat bottomed fishing vessel (essentially a motorized huge glorified surfboard!) that ended up as a gift to the Hawaiian Preparatory Academy on Hawaii Island.

[@YachtHunters]

very cool... thanks for adding to the history... we should have called you while we were filming :)

[@konaono]

@@YachtHunters that would have been well received and an honor. Thank you Captain Q!

[@putrusandilious384]

I think this will be the boat for me. Island Packet 27

[@roadbiker9606]

If I were looking to buy a boat I'd consult this channel for an honest and thorough evaluation. I don't care much for this boat but you guys did a great job as usual.

[@YachtHunters]

Fair enough! but they will get you from a-b safely

[@kevinlytle6215]

Agree completely. This is a really nice layout for her size. Very workable.

[@bobcornwell403]

I really love your videos. I am a life long student of sailboat design. I think I have learned more in about six months of watching your videos than I have learned in the last 50 years combined.

[@mitch6158]

Whaou ! An other wonderful small bluewater boat ! Here in France we don't have so beautiful boats. Thanks a lot CQ and RD 👍

[@brownnoise357]

Must admit I really like Dufour Boats a lot. tbh, If they mage the Draft 20 cm shallower, I'd seriously consider Buying one. Not enough proper Shallow Draft Cruisers being made any more, so it looks like my next boat is going to be an Island Packet 439. tbh, a major part of the decision results from my being Disabled, and with every boat being a compromise, the Island Packet Construction Optians are loaded with Compomise choices, that lean heavily in favour of what I need, to be able to continue Sailing. Leaving the need for very special Custom options being very few needed, if any at all. The result surprisingly, is a new boat working out to be a heck of a lot cheaper than extensively Customising and refurbishing a Secondhand Boat. Obviously that is entirely down to me having Special Needs due to disability, but that such an option for me to be able to live aboard and travel to places, in comfort and safety, is something really special imho. All I need now, is a few more months, and god willing, my Piggybank grows enough to put an order in. Best Wishes and Fair Winds. Bob in Wales. 👍⛵️✨️✨️✨️

[@andrewgilbert6765]

Great episode! Ran-day, we want more of YOUR boat also!

[@YachtHunters]

sooooon

[@allysonhanks9159]

Hi how are you doing I wish you a pleasant weekend😊

[@cherrypickerguitars]

I just love theses IP’s. Very well built, safe boats. Love the keel and the rudder. And the interior is fantastic. One of my most favourite cruising sail boats in ANY length! I think this is a great buy. They are endlessly fixable vessels. Old ones can be just excellent. Cheers, guys. (How about a IP 48 in the future?)

[@YachtHunters]

Glad you like them!

[@AZ-vt7dt]

I agree....but, have you seen the "poor man's" version....The Watkins 27 mk 2 ??

[@rickstevens1479]

Good to see the you guys ....

[@leeharrison1477]

One thing missed was that the starboard settee seating surface pulls out such that the back cushions can be laid down to form a “two-fer” sleeper on that side. You can see the rail it slides on mounted to the bulkhead forward of the settee. A lee cloth can be attached easily to the overhead handrails above each settee.

[@diesel748]

The dynamic duo of sailing are back at it again. Love the IPs. This is a great pocket cruiser. Would love to have one. Keep up the great work.

[@YachtHunters]

thank you for watching and we will try to keep up the work as long as we dont run out of gas

[@bendaves77]

What a beautiful boat.. it's so wonderful to watch these amazing videos and get a education in sailboats along with seeing 2 different generations of people who have connected and have such an amazing friendship.. I'm going to rate the friendship at a 50 out of 40!!

[@MrBrody1961]

I bought this boat in Coral Gables in Florida...went through the Oky canal and up the coast to the St. Johns river. Lived on it for 3 years...great boat !!!

[@YachtHunters]

great anecdotes from the horse's mouth, no?

[@MrBrody1961]

@@YachtHunters I bought that after the Bristol 33 I owned. Wish I had kept the bristol.....but that Island Packet was a sweet little boat! Great videos and keep up the good reviews

[@paulwyand6204]

I had one in the slip next to me in New York. He was very impressed with it, but I went out on it. It sailed horribly on every point, and had a very uncomfortable motion. Like most of the Island Packets I have seen it spent a lot of time at the dock. It did have a huge interior. The early boats had concrete and iron punchings ballast.

[@georgeburns7251]

Agree. These things were meant to stay at the dock

[@johnconsiglio7127]

I sail my IP31 a lot, I moved up from a 24’ c&c and the island a key is not as quick and nimble but I think is much more comfortable in heavy seas.

[@Abandoned_Brane]

These boats aren't meant for day sailing. They're for long distance cruising.

[@mattevans-koch9353]

That is a nice little cruiser. Thank you gentlemen for reviewing this little gem. Have a great weekend.

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks, you too!

[@atxsailor452]

That is one sweet pocket Packet!

[@YachtHunters]

seems like the company might ought to rethink their name and go for the alliteration :)

[@mateoluckydog]

Love the channel,and the history information about the boats but also the information of the facts around. This island is a must toy to have!!

[@johnnylightning1491]

Wasn't that the new invisiprop, you only see it when you need it. That's my story and I'm sticking to it! Keep the good stuff coming guys.

[@curtishill6490]

What more can you say about an Island Packet?? Such a well built boat! Unless you're Capt. Q 😁Thank you guys , again in the neighborhood 😄stay safe and healthy everyone 💯

[@svechappe6075]

We almost bought an IP 27 back in the day when we were moving up from our prior boat. Totally impressed by spatial and build qualities. Ended up going in another direction (Beneteau First 325), but the IP was under consideration because of the quality and roominess. A bit surprised that this one has been let go a bit. More used to IP owners really taking pride in their boats and keeping them in Bristol condition. Certainly this one could be reconditioned without too much trouble.

[@YachtHunters]

agreed... this one hadn't been visited in a few years and the owner is a few thousand miles away... a little bit of a sad story

[@northeastarch]

Interesting boat. You guys should review a Contessa 26 or 32 if you get a chance. I'd love to hear your thoughts on these amazing designs as well. Great work, gents - very enjoyable and educational!

[@YachtHunters]

we would like to

[@christopherstevenson9737]

❤ Island Packet - Pocket cruiser. So much more space than my wonderful (smallest) Pacific Seacraft- Flicka 20. Maybe upgrade? And I learned something anout belts! 👍🏻😎. Is Dinty Moore paying you? How old is that can😂 keep up the reviews. 🙏🙏

[@just-dl]

Again, a treasure! Cap’n, you and Randy have a knack for finding amazing value-for-money opportunities! This boat needs nothing that a lubber like me couldn’t do! For a reasonable cash outlay, I could sail off with a very viable, safe, comfortable and well-appointed cruiser! No negatives (to my eye). The only downside is the accommodations are limited -but only in comparison to significantly larger vessels. Since my beloved Westerly’s are hard to find this side of the pond, the IP just may be my preferred brand. Again, I thank you!

[@HHIVR4]

Ive been on a few IPs.The interior designs are GENIOUS.

[@slickwall]

I would love to see a contessa 32 *and a contessa 26 review. I love your channel just outstanding, thank you for taking the time to do these

[@hwood9783]

I imagine both these yachts would be rare beasts on the US north eastern seaboard.

[@YachtHunters]

would love to see a Contessa... we've been following Erika Aandera sail his around the North Sea.... just fantastic stuff

[@peterm4475]

Aandera sails a fin keel Contessa 35, the production version of the Doug Peterson design Gumboots, winner of the 1974 One Ton Cup. Not the same type as the 26 (long keel) or 32 (fin and skeg).

[@markhansen2955]

Great episode and thanks very much for all the content. Always look forward to a new Captain Q!

[@craigparse1439]

23:19 I thought it was an Island Packet not a Pacific Seacraft... Enjoyed the video. Thanks for my weekly fix of older sailboats.

[@YachtHunters]

head slap !!!

[@Abandoned_Brane]

@@YachtHunters find a flicka. And do an honest review of it. It would be fun.

[@Kathleensailorgirl]

Very roomy for just 27 ft. Thanks for sharing another great video ⛵️⛵️⛵️👍👍😊

[@YachtHunters]

isn't it though?

[@andrefeith686]

I owned the sister ship to that. Com-PAC 27. Same designer, different layout, head aft to starboard. Built by Hutchins in Clearwater Fl. Not quite as heavy, but same draft.

[@YachtHunters]

would love to check out one for comparison if we come across it... thanks

[@claudiajs9012]

My favorite sailboat. So nice for solo

[@WaterTrails]

Glad you refer to this as a 'pocket' cruiser. I've referred to my 28' shannon as a pocket cruiser and have received some push-back on that. I consider any cruiser under 30' as a pocket cruiser (and no, I'm not rich). 20' or less I call a micro-cruiser, if you can sleep aboard.

[@lancedaniels]

thanks for posting and sharing.

[@danielsondavidf]

Simple - seaworthiness and comfort!

[@gefginn3699]

Great post my friends. This is my size...... 🌞🌴⛵

[@YachtHunters]

youre in luck right :-)

[@CowboyStag]

Good night Irene …. Nice packet

[@YachtHunters]

Good morning! irene

[@Grantly]

Moulded in headliners are the best. Cuts down on condensation soo much. Wish more boats did this.

[@YachtHunters]

they are practical but not always warm and cozy but when you are limited on time a quick wipe at the end of a weekend will keep a sweet boat

[@Dave-SailsAway]

I've always been interested in IP. Looking to cruise in the Bahamas and the Caribbean. I think this is a good boat for that duty.

[@jbird73]

Always a joy watching!

[@YachtHunters]

thank you for that

[@patrickjames1080]

Captian Q, you mentioned the IP falling off a wave - what causes that, not steering off to the side of a wave? too vertical of an exit...would love your thoughts. (just turned back from a passage to the Bahamas due to sustained heavy winds)

[@hturner5427]

A great boat to single hand. If you are not a hurry up kind of guy this is the boat for you. Not a fast, but go far boat.

[@YachtHunters]

it makes no pretenses which is great to see in a boat

[@lancemichael7566]

That's a very large v-berth!!

[@chasingsunsets380]

More Island Packets please. These are nice boats.

[@YachtHunters]

as they become available, we will be glad to do another even a bigger one which might have a ball room included lol

[@matthewoppen1602]

Wow what a great design, been looking at boats that would accommodate a family of 5 and this one even though just 27ft looks like it would be great at that

[@SOLDOZER]

IP27 for 5 people? No. I have an IP29 and its bare enough for 1 person for anything other than day sailing.

[@matthewoppen1602]

@@SOLDOZER really wow, what do people do with smaller boats? Can they even sail them?

[@SOLDOZER]

@@matthewoppen1602 They dont try to squeeze 5 people on them.

[@matthewoppen1602]

@@SOLDOZER well I guess I can understand your point of view since after all you are donkey kong, that probably doesn't leave much room for anyone else, not to mention all the barrels you need to throw..

[@scyz2807]

She looked like a pretty nice sailboat. I have a 20 foot pocket yacht that really is too small for medium to bigger seas, so one day I would like to find a more ocean worthy boat. I wonder about this boat - or one like it. ? ? ?

[@briankepner7569]

Always love your posts

[@judsonquiaoit8256]

Another great walk through... your the best...

[@YachtHunters]

You're the best!

[@seanrhone5306]

IP's have always been a favorite of mine.

[@YachtHunters]

thanks for checking in and watching

[@andrewmoylan6295]

Here chook,chook,chook hahaha, love omelettes...love the IP 27

[@trailsandsails2722]

Hey Cap & Randay! Been off line for 2 weeks for some intense refitting in Glocester VA- I hope you and others catch my questions here. Wasn't this design inspired by those wide cat boats like Nonsuch? Also, did this mold come over from the Bombay sailboat factory as they carry a strong resemblance in hull shape? Thanks all for the replies!

[@beaconbus]

@7:26 🤣 good one Randay!

[@YachtHunters]

he would thank you if he was here now for sure

[@karaDee2363]

I was surprised to see so much interior room on a 27 foot boat

[@YachtHunters]

agreed... and headroom was a bit of a surprise!

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

A veritable little TARDIS of a boat..👍🏼🙂

[@catspaw3815]

Of all the boat makes out there, Island Packet is in the top 5

[@YachtHunters]

They have generated an incredible following

[@patrickwentz8413]

Due to their shoal draft they are very popular in the Chesapeake. I see quite a few of them around.

[@YachtHunters]

zing

[@brucebaldy]

Perfect for ICW

[@RedemptionReady]

Heads up... The ending says it's a Pacific Seacraft. Great Review!!

[@YachtHunters]

!!!!head slap!!!

[@thomasquinn284]

Captain Q was missing SeaDog. So am I...

[@clarktransport1312]

awesome little boat.

[@YachtHunters]

It sure is!

[@nomehdrider]

Good Captain and Randay! (edit) its "here chic chic, here chic chic) works every time.

[@YachtHunters]

everywhere a chick chick!!

[@threetwosev]

great ep!

[@YachtHunters]

Thanks !

[@JD96893]

These IP designs are always so good, great use of interior. The only problem is that IP always demand a large premium, you would be better off buying an Alberg 30, Albin Vega 27 or a Bristol 27, all outstanding world crossing boats that you could get for half the price of this in just as good condition if not better.

[@petterandersson7429]

Looks pretty good 👍.

[@10lauset]

.. Cheers to you ..

[@JohnBraman413]

how often should you hire a diver? mainly be in salt water.

[@YachtHunters]

It would depend on where the boat is moored But easiest way to to determine it is to look for your self Mask and fins dive on the boat once a week and see what the growth wash. We basically only raced so I dived the pb with a tank once a week and wiped down the slime before it ever thought about taking hold Remember sailboats are slow to start with so. ANy thing that will slow them up for a quarter or half a knot start to add up in your time to eta

[@Yeaitstemp]

I really think I'm goin to go with a Catalina 30 for my family on the Chesapeake bay plenty of room they sail good and I can find every part I need

[@madisondeans5566]

Fun,Fun,Fun,as always!!comfort in a small go now package!thanx For the great content!😉

[@madisondeans5566]

Content! Can't go wrong with that catalina 30 they are everywhere &for good reason!💯

[@Yeaitstemp]

@@madisondeans5566 yea I liked my oday 28 slot and been sailing a sabar 34 awhile and the c30 has more room

[@Yeaitstemp]

@@madisondeans5566 after owning albin ballad, oday28, oday 272, beni first 32, southern cross 28, I prefer a fin and spade now that I have a family I want to take some short trips around bay maybe up to block island one day

[@SOLDOZER]

Two different boats for 2 different sailing types. IP27 will go offshore no problem. Catalina 30?? LOL....no.......

[@saxophool]

beautiful!!

[@thomastaylor6991]

Nice boat.

[@slrsouth64]

Nice, What I am looking for. Hey Capt. Do you make loans?

[@YachtHunters]

the rates are not attractive ;)

[@miked5563]

You are amazing.

[@YachtHunters]

hahah.... thanks so much for watching ;)

[@carolmac5944]

I like this boat! Thank you both. Of course I subscribe, who wouldnt?

[@YachtHunters]

that's the attitude Carol

[@omegaseamaster1550]

Episode 100 isnt far away... Sail On !!

[@YachtHunters]

:-)

[@gynat5968]

Another Thursday with the Captain and RanDay. Cheers Lads.

[@YachtHunters]

Hi Gy

[@walterwinn2842]

Brilliant layout, love this boat. Could you imagine this boat if it was 35 feet 😳

[@YachtHunters]

it would have a ball room

[@todddunn945]

Island Packet builds a good quality boat. Everything on the boat is quality and solidly built. The only negative about Island Packets and the 27 in particular is that they are SLOW. There was an Island Packet locally and all I can say about the boat's sailing ability is that I could literally sail rings around it with my Allied Princess 36 ketch and the Princess does NOT have a reputation as a sprightly sailor. The IP is very well built and a decent cruiser if you don't mind motor sailing.

[@YachtHunters]

there are compromises in everything we face in life and designers have to do that as well

[@roamingrino]

What year did they make all IP class A?

[@YachtHunters]

??sorry

[@sallyb3]

As always enjoyable 😉

[@YachtHunters]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@O_Mahan]

You may want to review the boat info at the end.

[@YachtHunters]

?? thanks, will do

[@christurner2340]

Just one question: where’s the pillow? I thought the pillow was contractually required. Jeeez. Suggestion for producer: get a pillow with “subscribe” embroidered and toss it to CQ at naptime. There ya go. “You subscribe while I take a nap. Night night 😊”

[@YachtHunters]

Brilliant, chris!! Love it

[@gtroblq]

You misidentified it as a Pacific Seacraft 27 at the end of the video. ;-)

[@YachtHunters]

head slap !!!!!

[@ratandmonkey2982]

How "bluewater" is this boat? Would you cross an ocean in it?

[@YachtHunters]

Absolutely… IPs are so well built and know for big passages and circumnavigating… 👍

[@tonyrome3119]

Head up to stairway to heaven 😂😂😂

[@bucknaykid5821]

Wow people are crazy on these prices nowadays. This guy has a broken dream sitting in his yard that will never see the water without a new owner to throw money at it and he wants 40k?????? Nuts. I loved the boat and the tour but its WAY over priced

[@YachtHunters]

the buyer always determines the price in the end Sellers have to start somewhere and optimism is often undeniable

[@vidguy007]

I’m guessing calling it a Pacific Seacraft is an error? I always enjoy the tours

[@YachtHunters]

old brain is getting a little soft

[@jmkenny]

How many times have you forgotten the wine in a boat?

[@YachtHunters]

i think only once many times it just flashes by

[@jumpngeorge]

Where the Randay boat update?

[@YachtHunters]

sooooon

[@captainbob406]

Probably a nice boat but, not my cup of tea. I would prefer a Pearson 28 over it anytime. Maybe just me but it just didn't look like it was properly taken care of. Kind of "use it till it breaks" kind of thing. Oh well, I am still drooling over the Brewer 42!

[@edl617]

I hate the lack of a tiller on a 27 footer. A pedestal wheel is my personal experience is a bit over kill

[@YachtHunters]

it does clean up the cockpit remember cruising comfort and safety

[@SOLDOZER]

My last boat was a 28 with a tiller. Current boat is a 29 with a wheel. I like the wheel better cause you can sit at the helm and watch/navigate traffic. Tiller you have to stand up or hang your head over the side. Not a huge deal, just tiring if theres lots of traffic.

[@SOLDOZER]

Is Seadog at the vet?

[@YachtHunters]

Sea Dog is a diva and wouldnt come out of her trailer ;)

[@johny7206]

Ran-day update us on your boat reno

[@YachtHunters]

be patient he is on overload but dying to get back to you all

[@starcarrier1874]

I don’t dislike this boat, but I would’ve guessed it to be in the $18k range. Maybe there’s more to than what I saw.

[@YachtHunters]

we think the asking price is the starting point of a coversation. we've seen some motivated sellers come down as much as 50-60% from asking price once a survey is complete.... so your valuation could very well be the selling price :)

[@SOLDOZER]

Asking $40K for one in this poor condition is really high. It's a $25K-ish boat. I suspect the seller is really proud of it and trying to take advantage of "the current market".

[@AC-sc1pc]

Minimalist paradise boat.

[@georgeburns7251]

IPs all have very poor capsize ratios. It would be crazy to take them offshore. They make good live aboard. These have more interior volume than my PS 37. Do you remember the story of the sailing boat mag story where the author called these “Ponderosa” and the IP company had him fired? A good comparison might be a big Airstream trailer

[@mhub3576]

I'd like to see them review the Crealock 37. Don't think they have. But those are built for serious sailing, not comfort at the dock, though I'm sure they do okay in that respect too.

[@SOLDOZER]

"Crazy to take an IP offshore". Hahaha.....this is the dumbest thing I have read in a week.

[@mhub3576]

@@SOLDOZER I've never read anything about the larger IPs not being okay for offshore. At the end of the day, if you are a good, knowledgeable, and skilled sailor you could probably take a Catalina 22 offshore. Might not be the wisest thing, though.

[@GaryBoyd02]

A little something for everyone.

[@YachtHunters]

we try

[@jeffatkinson3288]

I like the overall design of this boat but there is a lot of wood work needed along with engine and the "who knows why?" with missing prop.

[@YachtHunters]

no prop no drag.....hahaha im sure its in for polishing ....many boat owners both power and sail historically removed props themselves when on the hard ......so nobody else would!

[@keith450]

I'll give 5 grand for it. That boat needs a TON of work

[@LVTGRL]

The final caption stated Pacific Seacraft - Oops.

[@YachtHunters]

whoops.... note to self: less wine while editing ;)