The Cape Dory Board

My thanks to all who posted replies to my "how does she sail" query. All the replies were useful and thoughtful. I think I have a pretty good idea of what to expect now, and will continue to look for one in good condition on the used market.

I am considering going back to sailing after several years of cruising the PNW in a power boat. One of the boats I'm considering is the CD25D. Although I sailed a Corinthian 19.5' (aka Sailstar) for several years and loved it, and have chartered CD Typhoons for day-sailing, I've never sailed a 25D. ...