Maple Bay 22' anyone know anything

[Catch 22]

http://m.yachtworld.com/boats/1988-maple-bay-22-pocket-trawler-united-states-yw2835353

My friend is considering buying this boat. I am having a hard time finding much about them. It seems like a cool boat. Does anybody know anything about them? What a fair price is? Eperience with them?

[Sunbeam]

I think I saw that boat (and took photos 'cause I liked the look) a few years ago in Anacortes. Looks like a "sit down" height cabin and basically "hull speed" design (says it has a 40hp Yanmar inboard). The MB22 reminds me a bit of another boat model that I do have info on if only I could remember the model name Argh. Maybe it will come to me.

Here are a few photos of the Maple Bay 22, "Sea Churn," that I took in 2012. Sorry about the blur on the second one.

[thataway]

I saw one of the Maple Bay 22's on a trailer a few years back. It certainly is a substantial boat, but don't expect more than 7-8 knots. (The spec sheet says 8 knots cruising and 12 max--I would question the 12 knots max. She would be a very economical trawler type at 6.5 knots, and ideal for the Inland passage. With 50 gallons, I suspect you could get the "mileage up to over 10 miles per gallon, and have a range that would be enough not to worry. These boats can roll a bit. At $14,500, that would be a margin, if she is in decent condition. The almost 1400 hours on the engine, would not worry me, if she has been maintained well. But an engine, as well as a hull survey would be in order. Look for soft decks, the usual things in a fiberglass boat.

In comparison to a C Dory 22, you do have more cabin room in the C Dory, and the C Dory will not roll as much, plus the speed of the C Dory is an advantage. But in chop, this Maple bay will keep on going, and hold her own. There will be some spray, but not overwhelming. Remember that she will probably draw about 2 feet, so the shoal draft advantage goes to the C Dory. As I recollect the boats have a full keel and prop protection. A great little pocket trawler.

[Wandering Sagebrush]

I believe Paul Gartside was the NA who designed this boat. I like his work (and this boat).

[Sunbeam]

He designs some absolutely beautiful boats - that would be a great pedigree.

[Catch 22]

I wonder how many were made? It seems like a very versatile boat that I imagine would have sold well but cant find many online anywhere.

[RobMcClain]

I just saw an advance listing for a Timbercoast 22 that Les now has on the EQ Marine website. Both seem like cool boats. Check this out:

http://www.eqmarine.com/Used_Boats.html

[Sunbeam]

I've been drooling over photos of that Timbercoast (on my desktop) for awhile now. Oooh, fantastic boat. Although a good value at the price, it's out of my range, so this question is only academic, but.... I wonder what it weighs all-up on the trailer?

[Discovery]

http://www.seapiper.com/

Another consideration. Just in the start-up phase.

[journey on]

There is a Maple Bay Boat Company listed:

Maple Bay Boat Co
55207 Wlla Walla River Road
Milton-Freewater, OR 97862

Reality is that boat is now 30 years old and the company that built it doesn't exist any more. So understand that, as Bob said that it's a good 7-8 knot boat and the rest is up to the guy who wants to purchase it. When new the Yanmar was a good engine, though it's probably not the original engine. Tell your buddy to get a survey and go from there.

BTW, they don't make boats like that any more, unless it's custom (see EQ Marine.) And our 36" sailboat got 10 nmi/gal, so this should do better.

Boris

[RobMcClain]

Here is a cool 2001 diesel powered Mitchell 22 listed in Florida, complete with a trailer. It looks incredibly solid and great for rough conditions.

http://www.seagatemarine.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=1019539&p=1&s=Year&d=D&t=preowned&fr=xPreOwnedInventory