hughes 22 sailboat

The Hughes 22 is a 22.0ft masthead sloop designed by Howard Hughes and built in fiberglass by Hughes Boat Works since 1971.

The Hughes 22 is a light sailboat which is a good performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat.

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The Hughes 22 is a recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fibreglass, with wooden trim. It has a masthead sloop rig, a raked stem, a plumb transom, a transom-hung rudder controlled by a tiller and a fixed stub keel with a cast itron centreboard. It displaces 2,200 lb (998 kg) and carries 835 lb (379 kg) of iron ballast. A version of the North Star 22 was also built with a fin keel and a spade-type rudder. The boat has a draft of 6.00 ft (1.83 m) with the centerboard extended and 1.67 ft (0.51 m) with it retracted, allowing operation in shallow water, or ground transportation on a trailer. The boat is normally fitted with a small 3 to 6 hp (2 to 4 kW) outboard motor for docking and maneuvering. The design has sleeping accommodation for five people, with a double "V"-berth in the bow cabin, a straight settee in the main cabin and a drop down dinntte table that coverts to a double berth on the starboard side of the main cabin. The galley is located on the port sideand stows under the cockpit seat. The head is located in bow cabin on the starboard side under the "V"-berth. Cabin headroom is 60 in (152 cm). The design has a PHRF racing average handicap of 282 and a hull speed of 5.9 kn (10.9 km/h).

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2,200 lb (998 kg)

6.00 ft (1.83 m) with centreboard down

Howard Hughes

Hughes BoatworksNorthstar YachtsHullmaster Boats

22.00 ft (6.71 m)

19.60 ft (5.97 m)

7.58 ft (2.31 m)

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835 lb (379 kg)

transom-mounted rudder

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Bermuda rig

104.50 sq ft (9.708 m2)

105.26 sq ft (9.779 m2)

209.76 sq ft (19.487 m2)

26.58 ft (8.10 m)

7.92 ft (2.41 m)

9.50 ft (2.90 m)

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The Hughes 22 is a Canadian trailerable sailboat that was designed by Howard Hughes, the co-founder of Hughes Boat Works, as a cruiser and first built in 1971. [1] [2] [3]

The design was also sold as the North Star 22 and the Hullmaster 22 . [1] [3] [4] [5]

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• 3 Operational history
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The design was initially built by Hughes Boat Works in Canada . When the company was sold to US Steel and the name changed to North Star Yachts, the boat was renamed as the North Star 22. It was later built by Hullmaster Boats, also in Canada, as the Hullmaster 22. It may have also been produced under other names, before production ended. [1] [3] [6]

The Hughes 22 is a recreational keelboat , built predominantly of fibreglass, with wooden trim. It has a masthead sloop rig, a raked stem, a plumb transom , a transom-hung rudder controlled by a tiller and a fixed stub keel with a cast itron centreboard . It displaces 2,200 lb (998 kg) and carries 835 lb (379 kg) of iron ballast. [1] [3]

A version of the North Star 22 was also built with a fin keel and a spade-type rudder. [4]

The boat has a draft of 6.00 ft (1.83 m) with the centerboard extended and 1.67 ft (0.51 m) with it retracted, allowing operation in shallow water, or ground transportation on a trailer . [1] [3]

The boat is normally fitted with a small 3 to 6 hp (2 to 4 kW) outboard motor for docking and maneuvering. [1] [3]

The design has sleeping accommodation for five people, with a double "V"-berth in the bow cabin, a straight settee in the main cabin and a drop down dinntte table that coverts to a double berth on the starboard side of the main cabin. The galley is located on the port sideand stows under the cockpit seat. The head is located in the bow cabin on the starboard side under the "V"-berth. Cabin headroom is 60 in (152 cm). [1] [3]

The design has a PHRF racing average handicap of 282 and a hull speed of 5.9 kn (10.9 km/h). [3]

Operational history

In a 2010 review Steve Henkel wrote, "best features: Built for entry-level sailors at a price low enough to attract them, the Hughes 22 has little else to recommend it. Worst features: Of the three comp[etitor]s listed together here [the Seaward 22 and Columbia 22 ], the Hughes 22 is to our taste the least salty looking, with her mismatched portlights and featureless, slab-sided hull. She lacks a forward hatch, carries a cast iron keel rather than a molded lead one, and her accommodations plan shows a portside berth only 18 inches wide (versus the accepted industry absolute minimum of 21 inches), In addition, her offset cabin sole is inappropriate for a boat this small." [3]

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• ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Hughes 22 sailboat" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/hughes-22 .  
• ↑ McArthur, Bruce (2021). "Howard Hughes" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/designer/hughes-howard .  
• ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 Henkel, Steve: The Sailor's Book of Small Cruising Sailboats , page 175. International Marine/McGraw-Hill, 2010. ISBN :978-0-07-163652-0
• ↑ 4.0 4.1 McArthur, Bruce (2020). "North Star 22 sailboat" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/north-star-22 .  
• ↑ McArthur, Bruce (2020). "Hullmaster 22 sailboat" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/hullmaster-22 .  
• ↑ McArthur, Bruce (2021). "Hughes Boat Works 1963 - 1991" . sailboatdata.com . https://sailboatdata.com/builder/hughes-boat-works .  

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Review of Hughes 22

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This section covers widely used rules of thumb to describe the sailing characteristics. Please note that even though the calculations are correct, the interpretation of the results might not be valid for extreme boats.

What is Capsize Screening Formula (CSF)?

The capsize screening value for Hughes 22 is 2.10, indicating that this boat would not be accepted to participate in ocean races.

What is Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed?

The theoretical maximal speed of a displacement boat of this length is 5.4 knots. The term "Theoretical Maximum Hull Speed" is widely used even though a boat can sail faster. The term shall be interpreted as above the theoretical speed a great additional power is necessary for a small gain in speed.

The immersion rate is defined as the weight required to sink the boat a certain level. The immersion rate for Hughes 22 is about 59 kg/cm, alternatively 335 lbs/inch. Meaning: if you load 59 kg cargo on the boat then it will sink 1 cm. Alternatively, if you load 335 lbs cargo on the boat it will sink 1 inch.

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Has anyone heard of a Hughes sailboat. We have seen one listed in our local paper, a Hughes 38. Any help?  

I owned a Hughes quarter tonner back in the 1970''s and I am reasonably familiar with Hughes as a company. Hughes was a small Canadian boat builder started in the 1960''s. They originally produced a line of boat designed by founder Howard Hughes (not that Howard Hughes) Later they were bought by US Steel and the linbe was retooled as Hughes Northstar. The Hughes Northstar boats were designed by Sparkman and Stevens and included a whole line of interesting and reasonably well built boats. I thought the boats were nicely detailed and well thought out. Most of the Northstar boats were designed to be early IOR era racer cruisers which had both good and bad design features but being biased toward being race boats they became obsolete pretty quickly. At some point US Steel left the company and the boats were retooled toward a more cruising oriented bias. This also was a mixed blessing as the weights of the boats went up and sailing abilities went down. There were several boats that might be listed as Hughes 38''s so it is hard to comment on the specific boat that you are looking at other than to say that in general Hughes built substantially better constructed boats than was the average. One of the Hughes 38 models actually shared the hull design with the Hinckley Competition 38 and the glass and gelcoat work was so good at Hughes that Hinckley chose to have Hughes actually so the hull and deck laminations. Good luck, Jeff  

I Have been living and sailing solo aboard my hughes 31''. I have travelled the great lakes, East coast and bahamas in almost every weather condition imaginable and couldn''t be happier with the boats design. before purchasing her last year I looked at several of these boats, there is an ongoing abundance of them in southern Ontario.one area to look at before purchasing one of these is the cabin top as many have a plywood core wich often become soft due to deck leaks. An article on the refit of a Hughes 31'' can also be found in a recent cruising world magazine, I think March,april or may. also "Fatty Goodlander" who cruises his hughes31 wrights regularily for cruising world magazine.Hope this information is of some help  

please pardon my eror, both the article in cruising world and fattie''s boat are hughes 38''s not hughes 31''s.  

I own a Hughes 38 aka NorthStar 38 And I love it. I use it for coastal cruising. Great for 2-12 people depending on the day. I have 7 years of experience with the boat. Reply if you have specific questions.  

Pub911 said: And I love it. I use it for coastal cruising. Great for 2-12 people depending on the day. I have 7 years of experience with the boat. Reply if you have specific questions. Click to expand...

The Dog is gonna bite your head off!  

Who can read those initial posts through all the cobwebs anyway?????  

Yikes, didn't see the date. My humblest apologies to the powers that be. Suffer the newbe.  

Hughes 31 and 38 I own a Hughes 31 and have sailed her for the past six years. This is a solid boat and has pulled me through difficult sailing conditions. My wife and I sail her in just about any codition and that is saying a lot since neither she or I are long time sailors. Our boat has a OMC saildrive, a much discussed topic on pros and cons of this type of motor, and has never let us down when we needed it. When I bought this boat a marine mechanic said " its a two stoke what can possibley go wrong with it". He was right. The Hughes 31 impressed us so much that we are now planning on buying a Hughes 38. Our grandchildren are getting bigger and we need more room. We had the 38 surveyed and and the result was very positive. The boat is in need of some cosmetic clean up in the interior but is otherwise sound and solid. It has a Volvo Penta diesel saidrive. I like the saidrive system due to its simplicity. No long shafts to bend and seals to leak. The Hughes line of boats appear to be a good buy. They are solidly built and are affordable. The Hughes 31 we own (for sale now) and 38 we are buying are both 1980 vitage but in many respects are sturdier then some of the new boats.  

Anybody know anything about a Hughes 29.5 foot sailboat?  

Roy- You're really better off starting a separate thread on the boat you're asking about.  

Hugh's sail shape This is our second year with a 31 foot hugh's and starting racing for the first time last year. The sail shape is lousy. It seems to "bag and wrinkle" and no amount of adjusting flattens it out. Does anyone have any suggestions? We would like to come in another position other thean dead last every race.  

Get new sails sounds like step one.... But other than that there were several Hughes that were 31 feet. The IOR derived is marginally suited to racing under PHRF, the 31 footer that was previously produced by Columbia would be pretty hard boat to race competatively. Jeff  

Set your sails up for heavy breeze(Halyard,outhaul and vang on pretty good) if you cant flatten your sail with your controls on.. the sail is cooked. It is possible that it may not even be the right sail for the boat, someone may have just found a deal on a sail that was close to the right size and slapped it on. Also if you like the Hughes you should check out a Hughes 38. You can get some nice ones for a very reasonable price.The boat was Sparkman Stevens designed and would make a much better racing boat than the 31.  

I don't get all the posts from #6 through #10. I'm looking at a Hughes 38 in 2011 and would have been interested in any post or info, even if posted back in 2000. What do I not understand?  

did you ever buy the hughes 38?  

there is a Hughes 38 for sale in Sackets Harbor in NY. Ive noticed some interesting details in the description. "Additional Information Trim Tab with control at Wheel" AND "Sails & Rigging Rod Rigging" i thot that only the Hinckley version had the trim tab. Perhaps some Hughes 38s had them as well? Or perhaps this is a trim tab on the rudder? Anyone hear of a Hughes 38 with ROD rigging? jon  

thats the boat thanks jon  

here is a photo of the Hinckley Competition 38. the trim tab can be seen just forward of the jack stand in the last photo. 1970 Hinckley 38 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com  

I have a pretty good opinion of Hughes boats but Yowza! none of them, even heavily customized, ever looked remotely like that. P.S. keel trim tabs are a stupid complexity for little more than a theoretical benefit. Banning them or penalizing them out of existence was a very wise move on the part of the powers that be (or were).  

My first boat was a Hughes 25 -a pretty decent classic style little boat. I traded it, along with you much money for a newer style boat with "wheel" steeering, interior teak, and poor quality. When the new smell wore off, I was at once in want of my old Hughes -tiller and all! Cheers  

Yeah, but isn't that one of the ones built on Hughes mouldings?  

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Hughes 22 Sailboat

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Sail away into adventure with this classic Hughes 22 sailboat! Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a novice looking to explore the open waters, this vessel is perfect for your next nautical escapade. The Hughes 22 is renowned for its stability and performance, making it an ideal choice for both cruising and racing enthusiasts.

Full Keel: Enjoy enhanced stability and control with the full keel design, ensuring a smooth and balanced sailing experience in various weather conditions.

Sails: This Hughes 22 comes equipped with a complete set of sails, ready to catch the wind and take you on unforgettable journeys. The sails are in good condition, providing optimal performance on the water.

Custom Trailer: Transporting your sailboat has never been easier with the included custom trailer. Designed specifically for the Hughes 22, the trailer allows for convenient storage and transportation to your preferred sailing destinations.

No Motor: While this sailboat doesn't come with a motor, it offers a pure sailing experience, allowing you to connect with the wind and waves. For those who appreciate the simplicity and eco-friendly aspects of sail-only navigation, this is the perfect choice.

This well-maintained Hughes 22 is priced to sell at $3500, offering excellent value for a sailboat with these features. The owner is motivated to sell and create space, presenting a fantastic opportunity for sailing enthusiasts in the Toronto area.

Don't miss out on this chance to own a Hughes 22 sailboat and embark on countless maritime adventures. Act fast, as opportunities like these are rare!

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Hullmaster 22

Hullmaster 22 is a 22 ′ 0 ″ / 6.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Howard Hughes and built by Hullmaster Boats, Ltd. (CAN) starting in 1973.

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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