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16 Lynx Areys Pond
Designer: Tony Davis  ·  Builder: Arey's Pond Boat Yard  ·  First built: 1997
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About the 16 Lynx Areys Pond

Built by the respected Areys Pond Boat Yard on Cape Cod, this compact 16-foot sloop represents classic New England craftsmanship and sailing tradition. The Lynx embodies the yard's commitment to producing well-built, seaworthy small boats that can handle the challenging waters around Cape Cod while remaining accessible to sailors of varying experience levels. This nimble daysailer excels in coastal waters, making it ideal for exploring protected bays, harbors, and nearshore areas. The boat's proportions suggest a design that balances stability with responsive handling, characteristic of boats intended for both learning and enjoyable recreational sailing. Its size makes it perfect for single-handed sailing or intimate outings with one or two crew members. Areys Pond Boat Yard has earned recognition for maintaining traditional boatbuilding standards while incorporating modern materials and techniques where appropriate. The Lynx likely reflects this philosophy, offering the charm and sailing characteristics of a classic small boat with contemporary reliability. For sailors seeking an authentic New England sailing experience in a manageable package, this boat provides an excellent platform for exploring coastal waters, harbor sailing, or simply enjoying peaceful afternoons on the water.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 16.50 ft / 5.03 m
Beam 7.92 ft / 2.41 m
Max Draft 4.50 ft / 1.37 m
Min Draft 1.17 ft / 0.36 m
Displacement 1,600.00 lb / 726 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 200.00 ft² / 18.58 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Centerboard (Trunk)
Rigging Type Gaff head Cat
Construction Wood or FG
Designer Tony Davis
Builder Arey's Pond Boat Yard
First Built 1997
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Performance Ratios
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
23.44
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
2.71
How It Compares

vs. Cape Cod Cat, Daysailer, Hermann Cat, Sun Cat 17 1, Wianno Junior

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Dimensions
LOA
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
16.5 ft
Cape Cod Cat
17.0 ft
Daysailer
16.8 ft
Hermann Cat
17.0 ft
Sun Cat 17 1
16.5 ft
Wianno Junior
16.5 ft
LWL
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
Cape Cod Cat
16.4 ft
Daysailer
15.5 ft
Hermann Cat
16.4 ft
Sun Cat 17 1
15.0 ft
Wianno Junior
13.0 ft
Beam
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
7.9 ft
Cape Cod Cat
7.9 ft
Daysailer
6.3 ft
Hermann Cat
7.9 ft
Sun Cat 17 1
7.3 ft
Wianno Junior
6.0 ft
Displacement
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
1 lbs
Cape Cod Cat
2 lbs
Daysailer
575 lbs
Hermann Cat
2 lbs
Sun Cat 17 1
1 lbs
Wianno Junior
900 lbs
Ballast
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
Cape Cod Cat
500 lbs
Daysailer
Hermann Cat
500 lbs
Sun Cat 17 1
Wianno Junior
300 lbs
Sail Area
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
200 sq ft
Cape Cod Cat
250 sq ft
Daysailer
Hermann Cat
240 sq ft
Sun Cat 17 1
Wianno Junior
150 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
23.4
Cape Cod Cat
23.7
Daysailer
Hermann Cat
19.4
Sun Cat 17 1
Wianno Junior
25.8
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
Cape Cod Cat
Daysailer
Hermann Cat
17.9 %
Sun Cat 17 1
Wianno Junior
33.3 %
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
Cape Cod Cat
13.0
Daysailer
Hermann Cat
16.6
Sun Cat 17 1
Wianno Junior
9.1
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
2.71
Cape Cod Cat
2.44
Daysailer
Hermann Cat
2.25
Sun Cat 17 1
Wianno Junior
2.49
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
Cape Cod Cat
Daysailer
68
Hermann Cat
282
Sun Cat 17 1
158
Wianno Junior
182
Hull Speed
16 Lynx Areys Pond ★
Cape Cod Cat
5.4 kts
Daysailer
Hermann Cat
5.4 kts
Sun Cat 17 1
Wianno Junior
4.8 kts
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