by A. Mason, Naval Architect.
If a survey were ever conducted on the subject, it would probably reveal that the majority of small auxiliary cruising sailboats are used primarily for day-sailing. Despite the fact that these craft take relatively few cruises, a surprisingly large percentage of the boating public seems to feel that even a small boat has to incorporate all the gimcracks and conveniences that we have come to regard as necessities ashore. And for equally unfathomable reasons, some will cheerfully sacrifice stability to be able to stand erect under the cabin beams. Unfortunately, elaborate accommodations and full headroom just can’t be properly designed into a small boat and still result in an able, seaworthy craft. "Carin" is as close to an ideal compromise of these factors as you could hope to find. She’s a smart little sailer that will prove a source of satisfaction to even the most discriminating skipper. The plans were developed from an earlier design which has been built in many parts of the world and whose owners have enthusiastically reported speed, seaworthiness, and general ability to outperform many larger and well-known designs. "Carin" is only slightly larger than her prototype and can be expected to yield an even better turn of speed.
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