San Juan 7.7 Owners (and non-owners), what do you think?

[Cheechako]

Originally Posted by kissmekate

Thank you to those who've shared your opinions and advice to help me.

This particular SJ7.7 didn't have the keel shoe added. I was prepared to replace the standing rigging and hook up the sink but not having the added 300# of ballast which apparently makes a big difference in sail performance and stability, I decided to pass on this one. But the 7.7 sounds like a great boat if I see another one for sale. I wonder why more weren't made/sold during that time.

I'm not sure how many they made. They made the easy trailerable 26 prior I think.
It may have been near the end of the business, not sure. Many of their boats were meant as racers that could be cruised a bit, the 24, 28 and 30.

[LittleWing77]

Originally Posted by kissmekate

Thank you to those who've shared your opinions and advice to help me.

This particular SJ7.7 didn't have the keel shoe added. I was prepared to replace the standing rigging and hook up the sink but not having the added 300# of ballast which apparently makes a big difference in sail performance and stability, I decided to pass on this one. But the 7.7 sounds like a great boat if I see another one for sale. I wonder why more weren't made/sold during that time.

Hiya Kate!

I'm sure you don't need me to tell you this, but just wanted to extend a little validation. You've settled into the boat-buying groove and as you go, are honing and refining what you want - and walking away when there are identified deal-breakers like that keel shoe. Well done!

Keep going.
LittleWing77

[Drinky Crow]

Originally Posted by kissmekate

not having the added 300# of ballast which apparently makes a big difference in sail performance and stability,

The shoe weighs 225lbs. https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/san-juan-77

As per an older PHRF document the boat rates 189 with 192 without so not a huge difference. One medium size person on the rail up wind = weight of shoe.

[Spanish-Dancer]

Hey Chris, it's Lee, the guy that bought your 7.7.
I have a question about the Genoa. Do I install it in the furler or hoist it on its own halyard?
Still haven't finished the repairs but going too next year.