O'Day Rhodes 19 Sailboats for Sale

The O’Day Rhodes 19 stands as one of the most enduring benchmarks in American daysailer design, a testament to the versatility of its creator, Philip Rhodes. Originally conceived in the late 1940s as a moldedplywood racer known as the Hurricane, the design was adapted into fiberglass by George O’Day in 1958. Since then, the boat has seen a production run exceeding 3,500 units, transitioning from O’Day to Stuart Marine in the mid1980s, where it remains in production today. The hull is characterized by a graceful, traditional aesthetic featuring a spoon bow, a gently raked transom, and a relatively narrow beam compared to modern widestern designs. This classic geometry provides a balanced, predictable platform that appeals equally to competitive onedesign racers and families seeking a stable coastal cruiser.