The Freedom 21 represents the purest distillation of Gary Hoyt’s "Sailing for the Masses" philosophy. Launched in the early 1980s and manufactured by Tillotson-Pearson Inc. (TPI), this 21-foot trailerable cruiser was designed to eliminate the intimidation factor and mechanical clutter of traditional sailing. At its core is the signature unstayed carbon fiber mast, a feature that allowed the Freedom 21 to dispense with the wires, turnbuckles, and chainplates that define standard sloops. By utilizing a "wrap-around" sleeve sail and a wishbone boom, Hoyt created a vessel that could be rigged and de-rigged in minutes, making it one of the most sophisticated yet accessible entry-level pocket cruisers of its era.
Freedom 21 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Freedom
- Model
- 21
- Builder
- Freedom Yachts
- Designer
- Garry Hoyt
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1982 - ??
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Market Overview
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viko 21 | 21.33' | $29,440 | 24 | 10 |
| Freedom 35 Cat Ketch | 34.75' | $60,000 | 21 | 8 |
| Beneteau First 21.7 | 21' | $22,383 | 19 | 7 |
| ETAP 21i | 21' | $15,197 | 19 | 11 |
| Freedom 38 | 37.92' | $71,501 | 11 | 3 |
| Freedom 30 | 29.97' | $20,950 | 8 | 2 |
| Freedom 32 | 32.75' | $18,750 | 6 | 0 |
| Freedom 45 CC | 45' | $109,900 | 4 | 2 |
| Precision 21 | 20.75' | $5,500 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Freedom 21?
- Comparable models include the Viko 21, Freedom 35 Cat Ketch, Beneteau First 21.7. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.