Both would do you well

Posted By: Eric, P-19, #1221 Austin, TX
Date: 11/17/08 7:26p.m.

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In Response To: potter 15 or 19 Help! (spencer)

Last year, I motored my Potter 19 up on a river that was only about a foot deep in places if I slipped out of the river channel (which happened a few times). So both Potters are possible to motor in that shallow depth. With practice and experimenting with shortcuts, you can cut down the rigging time. For me, it'll take about 30 minutes. It used to be longer (but easier) with the gin pole setup. It's much faster muscling it up and down, with someone on either the jib or the main halyard to help control the descent or ascent. There are merits to the Potter 15 as well: smaller, lighter, easier for one person to do the rigging job quicker. It's just as fun as the Potter 19 (although smaller). I'd suggest keeping the Vivacity for the longer trips (since you love it - I can see why, it's a very nice boat), and get the Potter 15 for afternoon sails and overnights. The adage goes, "the smaller the boat, the more you'll use it."