Renowned sailboat designer Lyle Hess drew the lines for this classic swing keel trailer sailor to withstand the rigors of coastal ocean cruising, yet remain light enough to be hauled with the family car.
Riant is a joy to sail and excellent to learn the ropes on.
We've found her easy to step the mast, launch, sail and retrieve with only 2 people.
She's well built w/ good cabin space for her size, sleeps 2 with weekend gear and is comfortable for daysailing with 4-5 people aboard.
A stout little boat but surprisingly quick, she's safe and easy to sail with very responsive handling.
Great for weekend gunkholing with her swing keel and kick-up rudder!
She has a small leak which needs minor figerglass repair.
She'll be a great inexpensive starter boat or a cute fixer upper.
We've enjoyed her immensely and sailed her extensively on Lake Michigan with road trips to Lake Geneva, Green Lake and Green Bay, Wisconsin, and down to Kentucky Lake. We've moved up to a bigger boat so its time to bid her a fond farewell.
Always sailed in freshwater, Riant is currently stored indoors in Williams Bay, Wisconsin.
The Balboa has been sold. Thanks for your service.
Williams Bay, Wisconsin
