The Whip 17 stands as a testament to the Molded Fiber Glass (MFG) Boat Company’s transition from high-volume powerboat production into the competitive recreational sailing market of the 1970s. Produced under the SailMFG brand, the Whip 17 was designed to capture the "family daysailer" demographic—sailors who prioritized stability and ease of trailering over raw racing speed. Built using the same high-pressure fiberglass molding techniques that MFG pioneered for the automotive industry, the Whip 17 features a robust, thick-walled hull that has allowed many units to survive in sailable condition decades after production ceased. Measuring 17 feet in length with a generous beam, the boat was positioned as a larger, more comfortable alternative to the company’s popular Sidewinder and Bandit models.
Whip 17 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Whip
- Model
- 17
- Builder
- Sail MFG
- Designer
- Macalpine-Downie
- Number Built
- 120
- Production Year(s)
- 1974 - 1975
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