14 CATBOAT (AREY'S POND)

About the 14 CATBOAT (AREY'S POND)

Based on an Edson Schock design. Design updated in 1984. A second update happened in 1995 by Tony Davis after he bought the company (1991), Displacement can vary based on equipment,

Designed by Edson Schock and built by Arey's Pond Boat Yard in 1973, the 14 Catboat is a compact, gaff-rigged vessel with a hull count of ?. Its lightweight displacement of 600.0 lb and beam of 7.0 ft define its unique character as a small, stable day sailor.

Best for:

This boat suits casual day sailors and club racers who prioritize ease of handling and storage over long-distance cruising. Its shallow max draft of 3.17 ft makes it ideal for protected coastal waters and shallow harbors.

Bluewater capability:

With a capsize ratio of 3.32 and a displacement of 600.0 lb, this boat is not suitable for offshore or bluewater passage making. Its design is strictly intended for protected coastal and inland water use.

Comparables:

Comparable to other small, stable day sailers from the 1970s like the Laser or Sunfish, but distinguished by its catboat rig and significantly wider beam. It shares the casual, single-handed appeal of the Microcruiser but offers a more traditional gaff aesthetic.