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Every boat owner needs a great boat trailer to go with their watercraft. Boat trailers allow you to take the boat in and out of the water for storage or service, and they also allow you to transport your boat from one body of water to the next.

When you’re selecting a trailer for your boat, you’ll want to consider the weight of your boat and the length of your boat. You want your trailer to be slightly longer than your boat, and you want to ensure the trailer has a high enough gross vehicle weight rating, or GVWR, to handle your watercraft. Keep in mind the weight of your boat is the boat plus the engine, fuel, and onboard gear. Lighter weight boats can be towed using a single axle boat trailer, but if you have a larger boat, you’ll want to invest in a double axle boat trailer.

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What Size Trailer Do I Need for a 21 Foot Boat?

If you are planning to take your 21-foot boat on a road trip or move it from one location to another, you need to find the right trailer. Finding the right size trailer for your boat is crucial for a safe and secure journey. In this article, we will discuss what size trailer you need for a 21-foot boat.

Factors to Consider

Before choosing the right trailer, there are certain factors that you should consider. These include:

• Weight of the Boat: The weight of your boat is an essential factor in determining the size of the trailer. A heavier boat requires a more massive and sturdy trailer.
• Width of the Boat: The width of your boat is also important in deciding the size of the trailer. If your boat has a wider beam, then it needs a wider trailer.
• Towing Capacity: You also need to consider your vehicle’s towing capacity while selecting a trailer for your 21-foot boat.

Trailer Size for a 21-Foot Boat

A 21-foot boat typically weighs between 3,000 to 5,000 pounds, depending on its type and features. Therefore, you need to choose a trailer that can handle this weight.

Ideally, for a 21-foot boat, you should choose a double-axle trailer with brakes on both axles. This type of trailer provides better stability and control while towing, especially on long journeys.

The length of the trailer should be at least 25 feet long to accommodate your 21-foot boat comfortably. The width of the trailer should be at least 8 feet to provide enough space for loading and unloading your boat.

Choosing the right trailer size for your 21-foot boat is crucial for a safe and secure journey. Consider the weight, length, and width of your boat, as well as your vehicle’s towing capacity, when selecting a trailer.

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#300 • EZ Loader TA96BS 21-25 6200 DX1

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• ABS Fenders 
• Tandem Axle
• Oil Bath Hubs(5 Lug)
• LED Submersible Lights
• 10″ Disc Brakes (Rear Axle) 
• 14” Radial Tires (215/75/14C)
• PVC Side Loading Guides
• Aluminum I-Beam – Spring Axle
• Fulton Flat Jack Stand
• Fulton  Speed Winch w Hand Brake
• 96″ Overall Width
• 27′ Overall Length
• 77.5″ Between Fenders
• 18’Min. – 22′Max. D-ring – Drain Plug
• GVWR 7400 lbs
• Carrying Capacity 6200 lbs
• Shipping Weight 1200 lbs
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EZ Loader bunk trailers offer excellent support with fully adjustable bunks to give your boat the perfect fit. Choose from a variety of finishes, styles and optional equipment and get your boat to the water with ease.

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TA96BS 21-25 6200 DX1 with Stainless hardware allows for Fresh & Saltwater use with long term Maintenace in mind for the avid boater. With a Carrying Capacity of 6200 pounds this tandem Spring axle model, makes this medium duty a wonderful long hauler. the added length assists in a smoother ride for your tow vehicle multitude of roadway surfaces. Truly an excellent trailer for many occasions. Priced to Sell.  Starting at $_______ for Base Model (NOT Shown) **

We Export ALL Models of EZ Loader Trailers Worldwide and Dealers we will supply your needs as well. Please inquire.

This Trailer is a Great Fit for the Sportsman 234 and many other manufactured boats

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• Electric over Hydraulic Brakes

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All sailboats are diverse and unique, and for that very reason it is imperative that your boat trailer fits your vessel’s hull and keel exactly. Whether your keel is a swing, bulb, full, fixed, fin, shoal, wing or retractable, your custom sailboat trailer will be designed to effectively support and protect the keel. Also, properly placed screwpads or treated lumber bunks will support your sailboat’s hull and bulkheads. This ensures the safe and sturdy transport of your precious rig! Our trailers are also designed to make loading and launching as easy and pain-free as possible. Some options we use to make this possible include keel rests, keel guides, tongue extensions, side guides, and more!

Floating On and Off, or Hoisting On and Off the Trailer

Many customers want a sailboat trailer that allows their sailboat to seamless float on and off the trailer once it has been backed into the water. We work with you during the design process to make sure we build the trailer suitably for your needs, taking into account the ramps you typically use, water depth, tides, etc. Oftentimes we will design or create new options to remove the stress that is often felt when you find yourself facing the launching ramp. We also have plenty of options to suit your personal sailing lifestyle!

You may also choose to have your sailboat hoisted on and off the trailer. If this is the case, you will want to choose the screwpad style support system, as it also allows for further adjustability when working on the sailboat’s hull.

Loadmaster sailboat trailers have a number of standard features that come with all of our custom trailers. To make your sailboat trailer truly unique, we also offer a range of options to choose from.

• Custom painting for freshwater use
• Galvanize your custom trailer for salt water use
• Mast Carriers and/or ladders
• Pull pin style tongue extension or large separate extensions
• Front Idler axles
• Bunks with or without Sling Pockets
• Structural Screwpads set for the bulkheads on your boat

The Saltwater Experience

If you plan to use your custom sailboat trailer in salt water, we can provide you with the entire Salt Water Series which can be adapted to suit your launching style. Our mig-welded C-Channel steel trailer frames and parts are manufactured and welded, then sent to get hot-dip galvanized after construction. This ensures that the entire trailer is as corrosion-resistant as possible while providing you with strength that will never be offered by an aluminum trailer.

• Galvanizing (All galvanization services come with a 5-year warranty)
• Stainless steel hardware
• Freshwater brake flush kit or numerous Disc brake options
• All LED lights and More!

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Kokopelli Trailer | 21/23-6600 Tandem Axle w/ Brakes

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This is a Kokopelli dual axle trailer made for a 21 foot to 23 foot boat rated up to 6,600 pounds.

Pre-Delivery Inspection Fee includes: 

• Torque and tighten all hardware
• Set of transom strap tie-downs and safety pun for the coupler

Trailer Fitting and Tailoring Services: If you would like us to adjust the bunks and winch post to your specific boat, we offer this service. This may entail specialized equipment such as forklifts and lifting slings, or an in-water adjustment in some cases. Please ask a sales associate for details.

Trailer Specifications

• Boat Hull Length: 21'-23'
• Axles: Tandem (2)
• l-Beam Size: 5.5"x3.5"
• Weight Capacity: 5,750 lbs
• Tire Size: 205/75R15D
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 6,600 lbs
• Kokopelli Brand Warranty

Additional Prep/DMV Info

Dealer Engine Prep is required to validate the warranty and ensure a working engine. Prep includes completing a full Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) checklist, test-run performed in a tank for quality assurance, and re-crating for shipment. Outboards picked up in-store may be stand-alone and no longer in the box or crate.

Pre-Delivery Inspection

Pre-delivery Inspection is required to validate the warranty and includes the necessary services & products used on each new vessel to ensure quality performance prior to delivery.

For rigged vessels: Boat Specialists will install a deep cycle marine battery, rig all steering components, and complete an electrical and systems check. A full system check includes filling the motor with oil, fluids, and fuel, then a test run performed in a tank for quality assurance.

Once everything is tuned and prepared, a sea trial is performed to achieve the ideal RPM-to-top-speed ratio, ensuring the boat gets on plane properly and all systems operate on water. Afterward, full detail is performed on the exterior, deck, and hull to be turn-key ready for the customer.

DMV Registration On Boats and Trailers - For California Residents Only

Boat Specialists will take care of your CA DMV registration including signing a Power of Attorney for each registration. We will mail temporary paperwork with the documents that require the customer's signature. The customer is to sign and return the documents in the envelope provided. Once we have received the paperwork, we will submit all required documents to the DMV to complete registration.

By moving forward with this purchase, you expressly agree to the terms and conditions as explained on the TERMS OF SALE page.

ALL OUTBOARDS AND RIGID INFLATABLE BOATS (RIBS) ARE SHIPPED WITH A DELIVERY SIGNATURE REQUIREMENT AND MUST BE SHIPPED TO A PHYSICAL STREET ADDRESS. The customer must inspect the packaging before accepting the delivery. If there appears to be any damage to the unit, the customer must refuse the delivery and take pictures of the damaged packaging and damaged units, including any broken pieces. If the packaging is damaged, but the product appears unharmed, the customer must have the delivery driver note the type and location of the damage on the Delivery Receipt and take pictures of the damaged packaging. If the parcel is left without a signature and damage is found, please contact Customer Service immediately at (805) 644-6290. Do not discard the box or any packaging materials.

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Operating, servicing and maintaining a recreational marine vessel can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, service your vessel in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing this vessel. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov/marine .

Venture Trailers

Aluminum trailers.

Our line of aluminum trailers are a lightweight option that can help maximize towing capacity and increase fuel economy. They resist corrosion the best, making them a good choice if you frequent saltwater or marine environments.

To shop for an aluminum boat trailer near you, visit your local dealer .

Benefits of Aluminum Boat Trailers

• Lightweight
• Great corrosion resistance
• High aesthetic appeal

Each trailer comes with the Tredit Advantage Program , which includes 24/7 emergency service, vehicle theft recovery incentive, lost/stolen key service and more.

Standard Features on Venture Trailers*

• Plug & Play Lights
• Aluminum Diamond Plate Fenders
• Heavy Duty Winch Straps
• D.O.T. Composite Brake Line with Brass Fittings
• Balanced Radial Tires
• Eliminator GalvX Vented Rotor Disc Brakes
• Super Lube Spindles
• Wheel Balancing
• Galvanized Hardware, U-bolts, Winch Stand, Axles, Tongue
• ...and many other components

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Load Rite Galvanized Large Single Axle Bunk 17′ And Over

Our Elite single axle bunk trailers provide exceptional hull support and easy launching, loading and hauling for boats under 20 feet in length. Our heavy-duty galvanized steel frame is built to withstand salt, mud and water without corroding, season after season. Patented tubular construction provides exceptional strength and shrouds wiring and brake lines from damage during transit. The bunks are a simple “set and forget” design to help maximize your time on the water.  Every model features radial tires and LED lights for added peace of mind.

Featuring stylish fenders and graphic accents, and available with a range of options, your Load Rite will deliver years of reliable performance.

All of these features are backed by the industry leading Load Rite 2 + 3 Warranty.

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MODELS & SPECIFICATIONS

Galvanized Steel Frame

Tubular structural steel, fully hot dip galvanized, provides the ultimate finish for any boat trailer.  Tubular design shrouds wiring and brake lines from damage.  All machining and welding is performed before galvanizing, so there are no surfaces left unprotected from a boat trailer’s ultimate enemy: corrosion.

Torsion Axles

Torsion axles provide independent suspension, exceptional rigidity, corrosion resistance, and a far superior ride to any leaf spring suspension.  Available on most models.

Greaseable Hubs

Trailer with peace of mind knowing that you’ve inspected the condition and topped off the lubricant level in each hub of your trailer.

Radial Tires

Tow smoother, quieter, and farther with radial tires installed on your trailer.  Original equipment on Load Rite Elite 5 STARR models with 13″ and larger wheels except skiff and pontoon models.  Optional on all pontoon and skiff / jon models.  Includes  KENDACARE – LOADSTAR TIRE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM .

Balanced Wheels 13″ and Larger

CounterAct Wheel Bead Balancing is now included on all 13″ and larger wheel assemblies as a standard feature.  The wheels dynamically balance during each use. Visit counteractbalancing.com for more information.

DOT Rated Tires and Lighting

All Load Rite original equipment tires and lighting components are fully DOT approved.

Disc Brakes (Where Installed)

This trailer is equipped with disc brakes (where installed).  Load Rite recommends disc brakes on all wheels where available.  Disc brakes are self-adjusting and self-cleaning and require minimal maintenance in order to continue to deliver top performance.  Follow maintenance tips in your Owners Manual for more detailed instructions.

Aluminum Diamond Plate Fenders

A stylish design combined with extreme durability.  Standard on all single axle models with 13″ and larger wheels.

Plastic Fenders

Impact-resistant plastic fenders on models with 12″ and smaller wheels.  Wheels 13″ and larger require aluminum fenders.

Adjustable Carpeted Bunks

Traditionally known as V-bunks, this system offers both high strength and a wide range of adjustability.  Out of adjustment?  There are shorter and taller bolster brackets available in many heights.

LED Lighting (90″ and Wider Models)

LED lights offer far greater reliability than incandescent fixtures.  Long-lasting and waterproof design make these lights ideal for any trailer application.

Heat-Shrunk Sealed, Concealed Wiring

Standard equipment on all trailers 17′ and longer except welded frame models.

A winch is standard equipment on all boat and PWC models.  Capacity and features vary by application.

Winch Stand

Standard equipment on all boat and PWC models.  Specifications vary by applicaton.

Tongue Jack

Tongue jacks are standard equipment on all Load Rite Elite models 90″ wide and wider except two-place PWC models, all 5 STARR models, and all UT, EQ, and CH models.  Appearance and specifications vary by application.  Tongue jacks are optional on all other models.

NMMA / NATM Certified

Each year Load Rite trailers undergo a detailed inspection process in order to earn the right to proudly display this certification on products we manufacture.

2 Plus 3 Years Coupler to Taillight Warranty

Load Rite’s premiere warranty exclusive to our Elite line of trailers.

KendaCare – LoadStar® Tire Roadside Assistance Program

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Spare Tire and Carrier

The most important option to consider, every trailer should have a spare tire readily available.  Consult dealer for recommended bracket for individual application.

Aluminum Wheels

A stylish option available with bias-ply or radial tires for most models in 12″, 13″, 14″, 15″ and 16″ sizes.

Vault® Hubs

Vault® – The VAULT® “Hybrid Lubrication System” uses a semi-fluid oil in a pressurized chamber to give you the ultimate in wheel bearing lubrication and protection. At ambient temperatures the oil is thick with a viscosity approaching grease. As the bearing temperature rises during towing, the VAULT’s Hybrid Oil thins out replenishing the bearings with lubricant and dissipating heat. No inspection, no maintenance and no service required.  *Vault® hubs require Dexter axle.  Vault® and Kodiak® stainless disc brakes cannot be combined.

Consult a dealer to confirm application.

Brakes on Axles Where Available

Important Safety Issue – Brake Requirements   

Brake laws vary by state and require dealers to sell trailers that comply with the brake laws of the state where the trailer will be registered.  This is a very important safety issue .  For full information contact the appropriate state Motor Vehicle Department.  As always, Load Rite recommends brakes on all axles where available.

Stainless Steel Disc Brakes

Optional stainless steel brakes available for most 14″, 15″ and 16″ wheel applications. Can be used with surge and electric over hydraulic actuators.*

May require optional axle installation.  Check with your local dealer before ordering.

Stainless Brakelines

A valuable upgrade to any trailer, but especially those to see service in coastal regions with salt water exposure.

Electric Over Hydraulic Brakes

EOH brakes offer electric in-cab control of standard hydraulic disc brakes.  Requires in-cab controller and 7-pin round electrical connection to the tow vehicle.

Carpeted Skirted Fender

Skirted fenders protect the hull finish in two ways.  First, the carpet facing the hull help protect from fender contact while loading and unloading.  Second, it protects the hull from road debris picked up by the tires.  Two valuable precautions for a treasured friend.  Optional on most models with aluminum fenders as standard equipment.

Some models require galvanized fender step to accommodate this option.

LED Lighting (90″ and under Models)

2″ by 6″ Bunks

Marine grade carpet over 2″ x 6″ dimensional lumber.

Plastic Bunk Covers

These multi-purpose covers provide a smooth surface to help a metal-hulled boat or pontoon to slide easier when launching and loading.  They also offer an insulating barrier to help prevent corrosion for metallic hulled craft.  Protect your aluminum hull.

Highly recommended for metal-hulled boats and pontoon applications.  Not recommended for gel-coat, plastic, or painted metal hulls.

Carpeted Side Guides

Standard on most skiff and jon models.

PVC Side Guides

PVC side guides provide additional guidance when lining up to load on steep ramps.  Optional on most other boat trailers including all 5 STARR models.

102″ Overall Width (96″ and Wider Models)

Add extra width to standard 96″ wide trailers.

Drop-Style Tongue Jack

An upgraded jack that provides greater capacities and fast setup with no need to swivel.

Swing Tongue

Applications are limited by trailer capacity and tongue length.  Not available on models exceeding 6,000 lbs. capacity.  Consult with a dealer.

Rubber Fenders

Rubber fenders are intended for use on dealer yard trailers.  Yard trailers need the flexibility to adapt to many different hull shapes without imparting any damage in the process.  Rubber fenders minimize the possibility of damage should the fender contact the boat hull.

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Owners Manual

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THE CONTINENTAL ADVANTAGE

All boats and launching locations are not the same. Therefore, trailers vary in style and purpose. The characteristics of each require that you consider several important items prior to your trailer purchase. Determine the following before making your selection.

1) The weight of your boat needs to include engine(s), fuel, gear and any factory added options that the builder did not include in its boat weight. This weight along with your expected trailer usage will determine the capacity of the trailer. Trailers are manufactured to carry a predetermined weight and should not be overloaded.

2) The Length of the boat from the pulpit (if included) to the engine mount. Remember, if you are towing with a van or camper you don’t want the pulpit over the coupler on the trailer.

3) The type. Many trailers are designed to allow the owner to drive the boat on and off. However, some ramps are too shallow to allow adequate submersion for the boat to load properly. Other ramps may have a drop-off at the water’s edge and will not allow proper launching. Be sure to determine if your trailer will perform adequately at your local marina. Choose the type (drive-on or roller) which best fits your needs.

4) Aluminum or Galvanized. Galvanized trailers offer a protective coating that normally prevents rust for several years. Aluminum trailers will experience virtually no corrosion and are somewhat lighter in weight. Both perform well in salt water.

5) Single or Tandem Axle trailers are available on all models 18’ long and larger. Both models have advantages and disadvantages.

Single axle trailers are lighter in weight and easier to maneuver however, their weight capacities are less. Tandem models can carry more weight but are somewhat more difficult to back-up. If you plan to do a lot of long-distance driving, consider choosing a tandem trailer for the safety it provides in case of a tire failure.

6) Wide boats and trailers may be subject to certain state towing laws. Please check with your state D.O.T. for regulations.

Brake Laws. The State of Florida requires brakes on all axles of any trailer with a G.V.W.R. of 3000 lbs. or more. This means the combined weight of the boat; trailer and all equipment being towed. Most other states have similar laws. When selecting a trailer for your needs, be sure you comply with these legal statutes. Additionally, today’s lighter weight vehicles may not provide adequate braking by themselves. Drive safely; make sure your trailer has brakes installed.

All trailer model numbers ending with “B” are assembled with brakes on all axles. These models are available without brakes; however, the load capacity is greatly reduced to comply with Florida Law.  

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The vintage macgregor is a good example of a budget-friendly boat..

Maybe this has happened to you: You’re on a country road, driving to a wedding (or family vacation or business conference), and you pass a sailboat on a trailer with a “For Sale” sign. It’s not a big boat. It’s not a small boat. But it’s just about right for launching a small adventure with your young family, or maybe you’re looking to downsize. You can’t resist stopping for a closer look. Incredibly, the sign reads “$600,” including a nearly new trailer and an old 4-horsepower, two-stroke outboard that “runs like a top.” You write down the number and drive away, thinking: “Somebody is giving away a perfectly good boat.”

Chances are that “steal of a deal” is a Roger MacGregor-designed Venture 21, and if not, it’s probably one of the many copycats riding the trailer-sailer boom that MacGregor’s little boat ignited. The Catalina 22, the Santana 21, and the San Juan 21 are just some of the boats that followed closely in the wake of the Venture 21’s introduction.

The concept for the Venture 21 came out of MacGregor’s master’s thesis in the Stanford University MBA program. The first hull was introduced in 1965, but full-fledged production didn’t begin until 1967. Several thousand hulls later, the last MacGregor 21 (the boat was renamed in 1980) rolled off the line in 1986 at the MacGregor factory in Costa Mesa, Calif. Today, with some 36,000 sailboat hulls behind it, the company builds just one boat, the hybrid sailboat/powerboat MacGregor 26x.

Although MacGregor sold fewer Venture 21s than its successor—the Venture 22, which later became the pop-top Venture 22-2—the 21’s easy trailerability and affordable price helped it maintain its popularity throughout the 1970s. Capitalizing on the fiberglass revolution in boatbuilding, MacGregor’s business-school project sparked a pivotal marketing shift that helped bring recreational sailing to mainstream America.

While the trailer-sailer boom is far behind us, the Venture 21 and its many look-alikes have renewed relevance today. With their discretionary spending sharply cut, younger sailors are taking the Craigslist-route into sailing, scouring the classified ads for boats that don’t require dock space but still have room for a family sail. Meanwhile, many owners of 30-plus-footers are considering downsizing to a boat that doesn’t require mooring fees and a hefty maintenance bill each spring. For better or for worse, in the dim light of a recession, a back-to-basics giveaway boat on the roadside begins to look awfully enticing. For these and other reasons, PS decided to take a closer look at the Venture 21, which, in many ways, is the epitome of “the boat with a price I couldn’t refuse.”

The Venture 21 was designed to be affordable, easy to trailer and launch, and fun to sail, with enough room below for storing gear, napping, or even spending a night at anchor. It was principally aimed at new sailors, but it also appealed to those who wanted to step up from an open daysailer. Its size, sail area, and hull design were tailored for lakes and bays with fickle breezes of less than 15 knots.

Seaworthiness and performance were important considerations but pragmatism and aesthetic appeal were the driving force behind its design features.

Although the boat’s low headroom and Spartan interior would not qualify it as a weekender today, it was initially marketed as a “cruising” sailboat. A sleep-aboard sailboat that could be hauled around the country behind the family station wagon seemed perfectly in tune with the wanderlust of the 1960s.

While the Venture 21 is regarded as one of the first modern trailer-sailers, no single design element stands out as particularly revolutionary or unique. Instead, MacGregor incorporated proven features that would not only appeal to serious sailors, but also would remain consistent with the public perception of what a good boat should be and look like. In the yacht market, the Cruising Club of America boats were still the aesthetic model. Carl Alberg’s popular Ensign, launched by Pearson in 1962, is a good example of a small boat that clung to the CCA philosophy and aesthetic.

The Venture’s heritage is more closely aligned with two daysailers that were enjoying a surge of popularity on the East Coast in the early 1960s: the 17-foot Day Sailer, designed by George O’Day and Uffa Fox in 1958, and, to a lesser degree, the Phillip Rhodes-designed Rhodes 19, first offered by O’Day in 1959. Both were built by the nascent O’Day Group of Fall River, Mass. The similarities in the three boats are most apparent above the waterline. All have a relatively flat sheer line and spoon-like bow overhang (or spoonbow), elements that predate the modern yachting era.

While the Rhodes 19 still carries fairly deep V-sections well aft, making it a capable performer in the chop typical of its New England home waters, the Day Sailer flattens out, particularly at the stern, giving it fast, near-planing speeds off the wind. Fox and O’Day later refined this feature, earning Fox a reputation as the innovator of the planing dinghy. With a modest V-shape and a relatively fine bow, the Venture 21 lies somewhere between the two Rhodes 19 and the Day Sailer.

The Venture’s swing keel gives it 5 feet, 6 inches of draft—even more than its popular big brother, the Venture 25—and retracts to allow the boat to float in about 15 inches of water. (The brochure says 12 inches.)

Although the original design called for a fractional rig with a 22-foot mast, this was later changed to a masthead rig, giving it quite a bit of horsepower for its era. At the peak of its production in the late 1970s, the Venture 21 enjoyed popularity as a racing boat, with fleets springing up on the Gulf Coast, the Great Lakes, and the Northeast, as well as its home waters of Southern California. Although some owners have gone to the trouble of re-routing running rigging, fairing the keel, adding travelers and vangs, and replacing the pinned turnbuckles with threaded turnbuckles, we’d encourage someone inclined toward performance to look at a more modern hull with an active racing fleet.

One of the most notable features is the boat’s 7-foot cockpit, as big as that found in the much larger and heavier Catalina 22. However, unlike the Catalina 22, the San Juan 21, and the successively longer Ventures (V-22, V-23, V-25) that widened the cabintop to provide more interior space, the Venture 21 preserves enough sidedeck for crew to move forward . . . with care. Many V-21s, like the one we sailed, never had lifelines; others have had their lifelines removed. The standard single lifelines—low and poorly supported by widely spaced stanchions—offer a modicum of safety, but these are still less than ideal. In our view, lifelines are not a deal-breaker on a 21-foot daysailer, but if you have small children, a boat that is equipped with lifelines with a supporting pushpit and pulpit would be preferable.

The cockpit has a small lazarette, presumably to store fuel for the small bracket-mounted outboard, but this leads directly to the bilge, a bad idea that presents a potential fire risk. The original boats came equipped with top-grinding winches with short T-tracks for the jib. The boat we sailed had only a single fixed-point for the jib sheet. The end-of-boom mainsheet has a 4:1 purchase that spreads the load to each corner of the stern, a basic setup that limits trim options. Some owners modified the leads and added a mainsheet traveler, although this entails either raising the traveler over the tiller, or moving the sheet forward on the boom; both are compromise solutions.

A modest 18- by 18-inch fiberglass bow hatch allows ventilation down below, as well as a place for sails to be passed down. There is no anchor locker or chain pipe. The boat we sailed had an 8-inch diameter screw-on PVC deck plate that was apparently used as a chain pipe.

Overall, the deck has a functional layout, fine for its primary mission, which is to enjoy some time on the water with very little hassle.

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The biggest drawback to the Venture 21’s emphasis on trailerability and a 1960s aesthetic is the lack of headroom below. By keeping the cabintop and topsides profile low, MacGregor produced a boat that, in our view, is better looking than the slab-sided models that followed. However, the end result is a very cramped interior. The VW-camper-inspired pop-top on the Venture 22-2, which came shortly after the Venture 21, offered a compromise that was adopted by a number of boats in this size range. Gradually, the intrinsic appeal of a low profile gave way to market demands. (MacGregor’s current and only model, the M26x, is a classic example of the wedding cake look that eschews traditional aesthetics for the sake of comfort below.)

With two quarter berths and a V-berth, the Venture 21 technically could sleep four, but this sort of arrangement probably would be brief and acrimonious. Although you could pack a lot of gear under the cockpit, actual locker storage is limited. Some ambitious owners have added sinks, small galleys, 12-volt systems, and port-a-potties below, but the boat’s cramped headroom restricts its suitability for more than a few days of cruising. For the 20-something adventurer with aspirations of camp-cruising on one of America’s many inland lakes, it will do just fine, but more than a couple of days aboard a boat this size will be a sure test of any marriage.

Construction

During the Venture 21’s 15-year production run, from 1965-1980, the materials and construction methods used for its deck, rig, structural components, and keel went through several changes. Construction of the hull itself, however, remained virtually unchanged. The hull was hand laid up with woven roven and mat. The layup schedule was a single unit of alternating mat and woven roven. Owners do report flexing in some spots, although we noted none on the boat we tested. The early boats are fairly resin rich, so hull thickness is not necessarily a reflection of strength.

The earliest Ventures had a stick-built interior, with bulkheads and bunks made of resin-coated cuts of plywood that were laminated in place. These earlier versions make it easier for owners to modify or rebuild an interior, and this is almost an inevitable project, given plywood’s propensity to rot and delaminate.

By the mid-1970s, MacGregor switched to a molded liner, which accelerated production and eliminated issues of rot, but added about 200 pounds to the total weight. Large sections of the boat are enclosed and filled with foam—a touted safety feature—but it is nonsense to consider the boat unsinkable, as some websites and blog posts suggest.

About 50 V-21s featured lead keels. The poured lead was anchored to a steel beam, and the entire construction sheathed in fiberglass. This process was not only expensive, but it also presented significant corrosion problems, as water eventually migrated into the fiberglass-encased keel.

Most models have solid iron keels; corrosion, however, is still a problem with these keels, but they can be removed, ground-down, faired, and sealed with an epoxy barrier coat to provide many more years of service. This is the biggest “problem” with the Venture 21, and any buyer should take a close look at the keel and the related components.

The original deck was plywood core, but this was later changed to balsa. In either case, rot is a potential problem (particularly in areas of the owner-installed deck hardware), but none of the 14 owners of Venture 21s who participated in our survey reported significant problems with deck rot.

The hull-to-deck joint was initially a bolted and adhesive-bonded shoebox joint, in which the lip of the deck flange fits over the hull just like a shoebox lid. This was later modified to an outward turning flange joint, with the hull lip turning outward to present a horizontal bonding surface for the deck. In both cases, the joint was bonded with a polyurethane adhesive sealant such as 3M 5200, bolted together, and then covered with an extruded aluminum and vinyl rubrail. Neither joint is as rugged as an inward-turning flange, but this is method is typical for a boat of this size.

Early versions of the Venture 21 were fractional rigs, but the majority were masthead rigs with overlapping jibs. An off-center backstay and upper and lower shrouds add support to the 22-foot mast. Early boats, like the 1969 model that we test sailed, did not have spreaders on the upper shrouds. In windy areas, where mast pumping is a noticeable problem, retrofitting spreaders—or looking for a more suitable boat—would be a good idea. The chainplates are through-bolted to the hull, eliminating the typically rot-prone attachment to plywood bulkheads found in some larger boats of this vintage. The original turnbuckles are the fixed-adjustment type that allow 1/8-inch adjustment intervals, making it hard to tune the rig at sea, but impossible to over-tighten, a common novice error.

The two biggest problems cited in our owners’ survey were the hand-crank keel winch and the keel-retaining bolt. Although the keel winches on later MacGregor models are braked mechanisms that will not spin freely under load, the one on the Venture 21 is a common ratchet-type trailer winch. If it is let go under load, the handle can whip around dangerously. Many owners have replaced this with a braked winch—a good idea, although these winches will require more maintenance. The keel-retaining bolt is a 3/8-inch diameter bolt that is slipped through a hole in the centerboard trunk and a corresponding hole in the keel. It is used to lock the keel in place when sailing in deep water, preventing the keel from flopping back into the hull should the boat capsize or surf down the face of a wave. The retaining bolts are commonly bent during a grounding, and any boat with a bent one should be inspected closely around the hull and keel trunk for other signs of damage.

Overall, the construction is light, but adequate for the boat’s designed purposes. If the deck isn’t too rotten, and the swing keel and keel box aren’t shot, most any other potential problem on the Venture 21 is easily remedied by someone who is handy and has the time.

Performance

During its heyday, the Venture 21 was promoted for it speed. MacGregor touted its position as the first of the “hot retracting keel boats” and the “fastest of its type,” with “planing speeds at over 16 miles per hour.” In this age of ultra-light monohulls and multihulls with eye-popping sail area (see PS, September 2009 and May 2010), this sort of hype seems quaint, but if you compare the Venture 21 to other boats of its era, it is clearly no slouch (See “Venture 21 in Context,” page 11). Its sail area/displacement ratio puts it ahead of several contenders, and its hull form—as mentioned—does give it an ability to hit double-digit speeds in the right hands.

The boat we test sailed was handicapped by ancient sails and an outboard that could not be fully tilted out of the water. Although the boat had a masthead rig, the headsail was a fractional working jib. A 140-percent genoa, found on many boats, would have added about 25 percent to the total sail area. To windward, the boat tacked smartly through 90 degrees, although we’d expect a boat with good sails to point higher. The boat was initially tender on the wind, but once the full effect of the 400-pound keel exerted its influence, the boat settled into a comfortable heel. Despite the deep bellies in her sails, the boat handled gusts surprisingly well, and by adjusting the swing keel’s depth, testers could easily achieve a balanced helm. Off the wind in 12 to 15 knots of breeze, we were able to sustain speeds of 7 knots under working sails alone with the keel almost fully retracted. While not wind-in-your hair sailing by today’s standards, it meets our definition of fun.

Conclusions

After spending some time aboard the Venture 21, we were reminded how much and how little has changed since the boat was introduced more than 40 years ago. Most comparable modern “weekenders” with big cockpits and modest cabins, like the Precision 21 or Catalina Capris 22, offer much more in terms of safety, systems (limited as they are), and modern conveniences. And entry-level daysailers like the thermo-molded Hunter 216 offer more in terms of performance options, such as a sprit for the asymmetrical sail and rigging conveniences like a hydraulic lifting keel. If true small-boat performance with a potential for one-design racing is what you’re after, then a boat like the J/22 presents a more sensible choice.

While overall construction quality has improved over the past 40 years, most daysailer hulls (the Hunter 216 and the balsa-cored J/22 excepted) are still solid fiberglass and laid up by hand, an economical and forgiving method. Many daysailers with cabins are actually much heavier than the lightly built V-21, but they also have much better finish quality.

The bottom line with the Venture 21 is the bottom line. If you hunt around long enough, you are likely to pick up a sailaway boat with a trailer and outboard for less than $3,000­—about the cost of a new trailer. The boat we sailed sold for far less, including the trailer and 4-horsepower Evinrude. If you are really patient, you can probably find a fixer-upper that someone will give to if you promise to drag it off their property.

Is this 40-year-old, mass-produced boat still a viable option for the entry-level sailor, or someone looking to downsize? No question about it. The Venture 21 is not a boat we’d recommend for someone with offshore aspirations or in places like San Francisco Bay where heavy air and a stiff chop would render it wet, slow, and uncomfortable. However, if you plan some coastal or lake adventures and are limited by a 2,000-pound tow capacity and a recession-era budget, then the Venture 21 definitely deserves a look.

There is one key caveat: Because it is easy to underestimate the amount of work required to revive barn-found boat, we would strongly urge looking for a Venture 21 that is in sailaway condition, rather than a project boat. Dealing with the iron keel alone can be a time-consuming project, and despite the boat’s interesting history, this adds little or no to resale value. On the good side, however, should you decide to embark on the restoration of a Venture 21, you will not be alone. Plenty have done it before, and given the boat’s irresistibly low price tag, more will surely follow in their wake.

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How Much Does a 21 Foot Boat With Trailer Weigh?

Written by J. Harvey / Fact checked by S. Numbers

There’s no shortage of boaters who are concerned with trailering their vessels. Tow weight and capacity remain a hot topic due to safety and legal concerns, insurance, and optimal route planning, among others.

Such factors lead many people to ask, “How much does a 21 foot boat with trailer weigh?” Expect the combined dry weights of most boats of this size with their trailers to be around 2,800 to a little under 7,000 pounds.

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The Weight of a 21 Foot Boat with Trailer

Average trailer weight of 21-footers, 1. material, 2. design and type, 4. amenities and furnishings, 5. load capacity, 6. number of axles on trailer and their material, how to determine the weight of your 21 foot boat with trailer.

The 2.700-to-7,000-pound range considers the different types of boats, materials, and their respective common trailers. It’s crucial to point out that there’s no single type of 21-foot watercraft.

• When most of us think of 21-footers, we usually think of the Grady-Whites, the Bayliners, pontoons, center consoles, etc. These inboard ski rigs can reach a combined weight of 5,000 pound
• Outboard aluminum boats tend to be more lightweight, weighing less than 3,500 pounds. As a 1,000-pound trailer will be enough to tow these vessels, the combined heft should be 4,500 pounds.
• Rigid inflatable boats can also reach 21-foot lengths, and they can fall well below the average range of 2,800 to 7,000 pounds, since they can weigh less than 1,400 pounds without a trailer.For example, the Ribcraft 6.5 only weighs 1,365 pounds. With the trailer added for towing, the total load only amounts to 3,086 pou
• Fiberglass boats, meanwhile, tend to be the heaviest among the available options. For instance, the fiberglass MasterCraft XT22 T’s dry weight (DW) is as heavy as 5,725 pound, and its tow vehicle weight is up to 6,925 pounds.

The facts said above should tell you all you need to know why providing a definite, all-encompassing answer to the main question poses a tricky challenge.

We haven’t even discussed whether you’ll be using a single-axle trailer, tandem axle, or triple-axle for your watercraft or what material it’s made of.

Based on my research, most of the vessels of this size tend to have aluminum or galvanized steel trailers that weigh around 1,200 pounds to slightly below 1,400 pounds.

To account for variance, we’ll settle for a range of 1,000 pounds to 1,400 pounds, which should effectively include most tandem-axle trailers on the heaviest side. These should be sufficient, as plenty have a weight capacity of 8,000 pounds.

Now that we have a set range for trailer weight, we can adopt the simple approach of adding any 21-foot boat’s DW to the average trailer DW, which is 1,200 pounds.

I’ve prepared the following table that showcases ten 21-foot boats with either aluminum or fiberglass hulls, regardless of type. Keep your eyes on the weight figures for a good reference.

Use the totals above to get a general idea of what the average boat weight with trailer for vessels that span this size.

Obviously, I can’t put an exact figure on gross combination weight, as not all of us bring the same cargo or have similar motors, as well as fuel and water capacities.

Factors Affecting Boat Weight

When considering towing capacity, boat capacity, and weight as a whole, everything needs to be on the same page, from tongue weight to GTW (Gross Total Weight) and package weight.

But what affects them in the first place? Look no further than the following.

As mentioned above, fiberglass boats and trailers are almost always heavier than their aluminum counterparts, especially if we’re only considering a single size such as 21 feet.

Those are just two of the most common hull materials, and there are plastics that can weigh more than even fiberglass.

The boat’s design and type can dictate whether it will include inherent components that will impact its total dry weight. For example, a wake boat will have a tower that can add up to 300 more pounds to the said total.

Boat size is often directly proportional to boat weight. It’s as simple as the larger vessel having more construction materials, which raises its heft.

Certain boats are spacious enough to fit actual bathrooms, kitchens, entertainment systems, and appliances, to cite a few.

How much or many passengers, cargo, water, and fuel it can carry often has a bearing on a boat’s weight.

Normally, more axles mean more weight. For most 21-foot boats in general, you’ll need to use either a single or tandem axle

On the whole, it’s infinitely better to do most of the weight measurements yourself. You can use a boat weight calculator online to account for load, then just refer to official manufacturer documents for the boat weight and trailer weight.

Assuming you have a public weighing station in your area, then I suggest you take the time to drive both your boat and its trailer there.

Afterward, to make sure that you’re getting only the weight of either one, empty any cargo possible (people, pets, or other materials that may affect the scale’s readings).

Just drive the boat and trailer subsequently onto the scale, then add the values that you get. It’s that easy! And what’s even better is that you’re actually getting the most precise weight numbers.

I would have taken the time to weigh every 21-foot boat with its trailer available in my area to provide the most accurate answers to “How much does a 21 foot boat with trailer weigh?” But, alas, I don’t have the necessary resources to do that.

I hope that with the help of the official numbers I provided above, you at least get a general idea of what weights to expect for boats of this size.

Don’t forget that it will always be determined by the myriad factors I’ve discussed above.

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