A very nice couple and their young son and their Old English sheep dog came to look at Tyche a few months ago. They were just getting into the sailing game and for my money the Ensenada 20 is a great starter boat for day sailing and extended cruising in protected and larger waters.
Specifications
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Cabin space is enormous for a 20 footer. The couple especially wanted to see the boat because they feared a twenty foot boat was very small and instead came away with the impression that it was both adequately large and spacious enough for their family of four. The pop-top (in the up position in the photo below) is great but catches the jib sheets when up while underway and limits visibility. So if we’re cruising we generally put it in the closed position.
Tyche in her slip.
The swing keel provides stability and minimum leeway while sailing close to the wind, yet minimal drag when running. It’s very handy in shallows since significant keel is still exposed below the hull when fully retracted; it provides good stability in light winds and reduces swing when anchored. The swing keel winch is conveniently located just behind the cabin hatch in the cockpit.
The kick-up rudder makes shallow water sailing possible.
The kickup rudder is a real benefit not just when the bottom is shallow but also when some rocks or submerged logs have made their way into the channel. We can also leave the channel before deeper keeled boats because the Ensenada can go just about anywhere.
Tyche
The mast is of very heavy constuction for a twenty foot boat therefore spreaders are unnessary. Even with the added weight the mast is not difficult to step.The heavy tabernacle and shroud placement eliminates side swing during mast raising.
The new hatch is a snug fit (the centerboard winch is just below the hatch out of the picture).
The foredeck is extremely large and unencumbered. A great place to lounge while underway or at anchor.
Tyche ready for hauling
The young couple really wanted the boat but felt, after looking at her, that she was larger than they expected and a boat was a lot of responsibility. So while we’re ready to say “Bon Voyage” Tyche is still available.
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