Advice on Hylas 44

[the lloyds]

We are considering a Hylas 44 , to use for extended cruising. It is 1991 so bit of age. Obviously certain works would be required. Does anyone have experience of the brand or comments on what to look for in particular for this boat.

They were made by Queen Long Marine [Far East] which may be agood or bad thing. We have jsut spent the last 4 years upgrading and improving a jeanneau 40. Would this be a move for the better? We are looking for something suitable for blue water stuff.

Previous owners did a lot in 2005 and took it in the Arc, but a lot would need doing I am sure. Opinions on Hylas generally?

 

[Monique]

Halas were sold in considerable numbers in NA in the 90's.

They have a good reputation as a sea boat although like most Far East yachts of the era, they are likely soft on sailing qualities.

Depends what you want... Good luck

Try looking at yachtworld.com for a few ideas. Some US brokers are quite wordy regarding descriptions.

 

[Monique]

Looks like they want to discount their boat from the piccies...

Horrid photo taker.

 

[30boat]

http://www.sailingmagazine.net/component/content/article/6-used-boat-notebook/660-hylas-44-