Designed by Rodger Martin and built by Southport Marine Island LLC beginning in 2006, this distinctive 30-footer stands out with its unusual cat ketch rig featuring unstayed masts. The centerboard trunk configuration provides flexibility for shallow water exploration while maintaining respectable sailing performance, making it particularly well-suited for coastal cruising and gunkholing adventures. The Hurricane Island 30's fiberglass construction combines modern materials with a traditional sailing philosophy. Its relatively light displacement of 3,126 pounds and moderate ballast ratio create a boat that's responsive and easy to handle, while the unstayed rig simplifies maintenance and reduces the complexity typically associated with traditional rigging systems. The cat ketch configuration offers excellent balance and the ability to reduce sail incrementally by dropping either the main or mizzen. With a waterline length approaching 28 feet and moderate beam, this design strikes a practical balance between interior space and sailing efficiency. The low comfort ratio of 9.93 suggests a boat optimized more for performance and shallow water capability than heavy weather passage-making, while the capsize screening number indicates reasonable stability for coastal waters. This makes it an intriguing choice for sailors seeking a unique, easily-managed cruiser for exploring protected waters and shallow anchorages.

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