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Introduction:
- Prelude 19 is a 19.25ft fractional sloop.
- Designed by Ian Proctor and built by Rydgeway Marine Ltd.
- Production started in 1971.
- Known as a light sailboat, high performer, stable/stiff.
- Described as an attractive trailer sailer.
- Often used for coastal cruising and suitable for inland waterways like the Norfolk Broads due to its keel options., 9]
History and Design:
- Designed by Ian Proctor, known for small sailing boat designs, including dinghies and cruisers.
- Rydgeway Marine Ltd. began building the Prelude 19 in 1971, marking their early adoption of GRP construction., 1, 4]
- The company aimed to produce accessible and capable sailing yachts for the leisure marine market.
- Rydgeway Marine built 300 Prelude 19s, and Pegasus built another 208.
- Variations: Available with twin keel (standard, 2.25 ft draft), fin keel (3.75 ft draft), or swing keel (1.5 ft up, 4.5 ft down). Also available with a masthead rig, though originally a fractional sloop. The standard boat is a fractional sloop. There's also a "Mk II" version mentioned, which usually features a masthead rig.
Sailing Performance and Handling:
- The Prelude 19 is described as a light sailboat and a very high performer.
- It is stable/stiff.
- Hull speed is 5.52 knots.
- The twin keel version offers a shallow draft (2.25 ft), making it suitable for exploring shallow waters and drying out.
- The fin keel would likely offer better upwind performance, while the swing keel provides versatility for both shallow and deeper waters.
- Anecdotal evidence suggests it's a "nice little boat for two." and "small and seaworthy".
Accommodations and Layout:
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- Includes a small galley area and a sea toilet.
- Some owners have made alterations to the bulkheads due to rot at the bottoms.
- The interior provides comfortable cruising, offering a balance between living space and sailing utility for its size.
Owner's Perspectives:
- Owners often praise its suitability as a small, seaworthy yacht.
- It's considered an ideal small sailing yacht for those looking to enjoy sailing.
- Some boats come with a trailer, indicating its popular use as a trailer-sailer.
- While there isn't a dedicated Prelude 19 owners association mentioned like for the Pandora, discussions on forums exist, indicating an active owner community.
- A recurring theme is its practicality and manageable size.
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