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Tlc 19
Designer: Dudley Dix  ·  Builder: Nebe Boats  ·  First built: 1988
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About the Tlc 19

A compact and accessible sailboat, the TLC 19 sits comfortably in the category of small recreational cruisers suited to inland waters, lakes, and protected coastal sailing. Designed with approachability in mind, this boat appeals to beginner and intermediate sailors looking for an affordable entry point into keelboat sailing without the complexity of a larger vessel. With limited specification data widely available, the TLC 19 remains a somewhat obscure model, suggesting it was likely produced in modest numbers and may have enjoyed a regional following rather than broad national recognition. Boats of this size and class typically reward sailors who enjoy relaxed daysailing and casual weekend outings, offering manageable handling and straightforward rigging that builds confidence on the water. For buyers researching a used TLC 19, hands-on inspection is especially important given the scarcity of documented build history. Prospective owners would benefit from consulting current owners or sailing communities familiar with the model to better understand its quirks, maintenance needs, and overall reputation. Despite its low profile, the TLC 19 may represent solid value for the right sailor seeking a simple, unpretentious boat.

Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 19.03 ft / 5.80 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 17.88 ft / 5.45 m
Beam 7.48 ft / 2.28 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Min Draft 2.13 ft / 0.65 m
Displacement 1,488.00 lb / 675 kg
Ballast 551.00 lb / 250 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 186.00 ft² / 17.28 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Swing Keel
Rigging Type Fractional Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Dudley Dix
Builder Nebe Boats
First Built 1988
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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
22.88
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
8.64
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
2.62
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 5.67
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 477.88
How It Compares

vs. Cornish Shrimper 19, Macgregor 19, Rhodes 19

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Dimensions
LOA
Tlc 19 ★
19.0 ft
Cornish Shrimper 19
19.3 ft
Macgregor 19
18.8 ft
Rhodes 19
19.2 ft
LWL
Tlc 19 ★
17.9 ft
Cornish Shrimper 19
17.5 ft
Macgregor 19
17.0 ft
Rhodes 19
17.8 ft
Beam
Tlc 19 ★
7.5 ft
Cornish Shrimper 19
7.2 ft
Macgregor 19
7.4 ft
Rhodes 19
7.0 ft
Displacement
Tlc 19 ★
1 lbs
Cornish Shrimper 19
2 lbs
Macgregor 19
2 lbs
Rhodes 19
1 lbs
Ballast
Tlc 19 ★
551 lbs
Cornish Shrimper 19
700 lbs
Macgregor 19
800 lbs
Rhodes 19
415 lbs
Sail Area
Tlc 19 ★
186 sq ft
Cornish Shrimper 19
194 sq ft
Macgregor 19
Rhodes 19
175 sq ft
Performance
SA / Displacement (higher = more powerful)
Tlc 19 ★
22.9
Cornish Shrimper 19
17.6
Macgregor 19
Rhodes 19
22.9
Ballast / Disp (higher = stiffer)
Tlc 19 ★
Cornish Shrimper 19
29.8 %
Macgregor 19
39.0 %
Rhodes 19
Comfort Ratio (higher = more comfortable offshore)
Tlc 19 ★
8.6
Cornish Shrimper 19
14.6
Macgregor 19
Rhodes 19
8.6
Capsize Screening (lower = safer)
Tlc 19 ★
2.62
Cornish Shrimper 19
2.16
Macgregor 19
Rhodes 19
2.53
Displacement / Length (lower = lighter)
Tlc 19 ★
Cornish Shrimper 19
195
Macgregor 19
186
Rhodes 19
Hull Speed
Tlc 19 ★
5.7 kts
Cornish Shrimper 19
5.6 kts
Macgregor 19
Rhodes 19
5.7 kts
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