Alerion Express 19
Description
The Alerion Express 19 is a compact, trailerable fiberglass catboat designed by Garry Hoyt and built by TPI Composites from 1998 to the early 2000s, with approximately 50–100 units produced. Drawing from 19th-century New England catboats, it features a single-masted gaff rig with a self-vanging boom, daggerboard, dagger rudder, and wide beam for stability and shallow-water access. Powered by an optional outboard (2–4 hp in a well), with tiller steering, it’s optimized for single-handed day sailing with effortless handling and sprightly acceleration. Its lightweight construction and modern innovations address traditional catboat drawbacks like poor upwind performance and reefing complexity, making it ideal for beginners or experienced sailors seeking simplicity and fun.
Construction Details
| Designer | Garry Hoyt |
|---|---|
| Builder | TPI Composites |
| Length | 19.000 ft |
| LOA | 19.170 ft |
| LWL | 18.920 ft |
| Beam | 8.670 ft |
| Displacement | 1750 lb |
| Ballast | 300 lb |
| Max Draft | 4.170 ft |
| Min Draft | 1.000 ft |
The standard boat dimensions
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| e | 12 ft |
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| I | J | P | E | P2 | E2 | I2 | J2 |
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| - | - | - | 12 ft | - | - | - | - |
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