Really nice little boat, I don't think I've seen many other trailer sailers this nicely setup. For a weekender I've seen many older pocket cruisers that look a little more comfortable but nothing this modern or spacious, and certainly nothing that would perform like this one. Thanks for the tour!
Thank you for the great review. The Flow 19 looks to be an ideal pocket cruiser and you seem to have made some quality modifications. For a 19' boat there seems to be an ideal mix of space and performance in an easily handled package. I wonder if I can get building plans as of course the Flow 19 is not available down here in New Zealand at the bottom of the world.
Thanks for the kind words and for watching. Sadly, neither a kit nor plans are available for the Flow 19. Rudders and swing keel are molded laminate vacuum bagged composites and the coach roof is assembled from panels of sandwiched composite. The company has a smaller daysailer version, the Aloes 18, available as plans or kit. See the links in the video description. Cheers.
Spectacular. Thanks for the details on purchase and getting to the US. Great upgrade and sporty boat for your type of explorations. Great video too, I think your voice would have been nice for the narration. Rick
The West Wight Potter 19 is arguably a more capable boat on the open ocean, and will handle heavier winds and sea state without the need for water ballast.
Thanks for the useful info. I have that motor on my Sage 17. Based on the serial number, I think the motor is 2009 (also think it came as original equipment on my 2015 Sage). Not being EXTREMELY mechanically inclined/experienced, I'm quite pleased that I've successfully replaced the carb, as well as a frozen clutch bearing, over the time that I've owned the motor. I've also been pondering how to attach a tach (I have one pretty much like yours) to the motor. Maybe I'll try your setup. Does it live there all the time?
What a great video! Finally, someone has produced an in depth look at the Flow 19. Can I presume that the head consists of a plastic bucket? Would it be possible to outfit the boat with a composting toilet? And could you set up a system to heat up food down below, while underway?
Hello Mark and thanks for watching! Yes, we use the small boat head system from Duckworks (a more glamorous description of the plastic bucket....) with wag bags (www.duckworks.com) . You could fit a portable composting toilet and built a full galley with sink and stove over one of the bunks. As you can see in the video the cabin is quite large for this size boat. That said, it's still a fairly small craft and I could not imagine cook under way but you could install a Jetboil on a gimbal to the bulk head and heat water or re-heat meals ready to eat :)
@@siren17 thanks for the quick reply! I really appreciate the info as too often people overlook discussing basic sanitation issues! The Flow 19 seems to be one of the best boats of its class. You seem to be having a ton of fun with it! Lots of bang for your buck!
It should be built with free recycled wood, with diy veneer and strip planking, and use hemp ropes and sails. I think maybe this boat is too wide so im not sure of uprighting after capsizing, sailboats should bring silent air motors and and air tanks , more reliable than batteries and non toxic and rechargable with wind turbine compressor . This boat looks like 505 variation
The coach roof is an assembled composite structure and keel and rudders are molded composite parts so, It'd be a bit hard for a home built. There is a slightly shorter day sailer model, based on the same lines that is available as a kit for home built. The Aloes 18. archinavale.carbonmade.com/projects/6146057
I think base sail away price for the Flow 19 is around 55K Euros. Yes, a porta potty fits well inside the cabin and can be stowed under the double berth extension.
@@siren17 Maybe, if you stay in marinas or only beach the boat. My 16ft Senior had an anchor roller, anchor chain will make light work of those topsides in any kind of chop, but maybe you only sail in perfect conditions? Nice boat otherwise.
@@skaraborgcraftwhile an anchor roller is a step up in luxury, a thousand pound boat could easily be anchored with my 2.5 pound Mantus M1. I think I would feel a bit ridiculous with that mounted to my bow as if I was trying to make my boat look bigger than it is. Of course I have never needed to try to anchor in seas so rough that I feared going forward. Since I don't have an anchor locker mine is kept aft so the point is moot.
@@liamstone3437 Anchor rollers can be had in small sizes for small boats, so you can pull in chain without damage. I was not suggesting that the anchor be stored at the bow at all times, though there is a lot of sense to that making it instantly deployable. But, you do you.
The sail cloth is called ZZ Black Aramid Laminate from Deutch sail cloth maker Contender. We had our sails made from two different sail lofts, one in Canada, the other in France. Here is the link to the sail cloth specs. contendersailcloth.com/en/7p/zz-black-aramid-laminates.aspx
Buy Find a used one or get a new one built in France, put it on a trailer and ship it RoRo (roll on - roll off) to the North America like a car. Cargo freight from Antwerpen to Baltimore/NY is 3 to 4k with broker and import tax fees. Then register it in Colorado (no sales taxes) and get Maine tags for the trailer.
@@bbonora best is to join the Facebook group “Fans of Atelier Interface Sailboats” and ask if anyone is for sale. 6 were made, #7 is under construction. I have #5.
I have a new channel sv Gemstar.I have an new channel as i have another boat. I bought on jan3rd and u will be doing an vlog l walk through. The boat is an Colombia 27. I have rejoined your channel. you do make some of the nicer vlogs. Gerard on SV Gemstar.
Really nice little boat, I don't think I've seen many other trailer sailers this nicely setup. For a weekender I've seen many older pocket cruisers that look a little more comfortable but nothing this modern or spacious, and certainly nothing that would perform like this one. Thanks for the tour!
Thanks for watching. Glad you like the boat.
Thank you for the great review. The Flow 19 looks to be an ideal pocket cruiser and you seem to have made some quality modifications. For a 19' boat there seems to be an ideal mix of space and performance in an easily handled package. I wonder if I can get building plans as of course the Flow 19 is not available down here in New Zealand at the bottom of the world.
Thanks for the kind words and for watching. Sadly, neither a kit nor plans are available for the Flow 19. Rudders and swing keel are molded laminate vacuum bagged composites and the coach roof is assembled from panels of sandwiched composite. The company has a smaller daysailer version, the Aloes 18, available as plans or kit. See the links in the video description. Cheers.
Check out eric henseval yacht designs... very similar to build yourself
I haven’t seen a lot of sub 20 that well built and equipped. We all think of Catalina 22 but this is next level.
Easier to trailer and launch than a Catalina 22 because of its fully retractable keel. But less ballast weight so, a bit more tender.
I want one 20 years ago.
@@herbertocobock9436 never say never...
This is the boat for me. Please sell it in the US.
A thoughtful, aesthetic pleasure.
Magnific boat. I would love to sail one. Great design, perfect for someone who wants to sail without the hurdles of big boats.
A lot of thought went into the design of this beautiful little boat.. Well done!
Spectacular. Thanks for the details on purchase and getting to the US. Great upgrade and sporty boat for your type of explorations. Great video too, I think your voice would have been nice for the narration. Rick
Thanks for watching. Still have to make that version with my real French accentuated voice :)….
This looks like a really fun boat
Very cool boat. I love it!!
Glad you like it!
Of course didn't mention price.
Base price 59.000$
The West Wight Potter 19 is arguably a more capable boat on the open ocean, and will handle heavier winds and sea state without the need for water ballast.
Thanks for the useful info. I have that motor on my Sage 17. Based on the serial number, I think the motor is 2009 (also think it came as original equipment on my 2015 Sage). Not being EXTREMELY mechanically inclined/experienced, I'm quite pleased that I've successfully replaced the carb, as well as a frozen clutch bearing, over the time that I've owned the motor. I've also been pondering how to attach a tach (I have one pretty much like yours) to the motor. Maybe I'll try your setup. Does it live there all the time?
I have an ePropulsion Spirit1.0 EVO electric outboard. No carb or clutch on those...
What a great video! Finally, someone has produced an in depth look at the Flow 19. Can I presume that the head consists of a plastic bucket? Would it be possible to outfit the boat with a composting toilet? And could you set up a system to heat up food down below, while underway?
Hello Mark and thanks for watching! Yes, we use the small boat head system from Duckworks (a more glamorous description of the plastic bucket....) with wag bags (www.duckworks.com) . You could fit a portable composting toilet and built a full galley with sink and stove over one of the bunks. As you can see in the video the cabin is quite large for this size boat. That said, it's still a fairly small craft and I could not imagine cook under way but you could install a Jetboil on a gimbal to the bulk head and heat water or re-heat meals ready to eat :)
@@siren17 thanks for the quick reply! I really appreciate the info as too often people overlook discussing basic sanitation issues! The Flow 19 seems to be one of the best boats of its class. You seem to be having a ton of fun with it! Lots of bang for your buck!
Isn’t that a 12:1 vang, 6:1 x 2:1 (the part through the low friction ring on the boom)?
Yes indeed. Thanks for the correction.
Where does one buy such a boat? How much did it cost with all the upgrades? Thx
It should be built with free recycled wood, with diy veneer and strip planking, and use hemp ropes and sails. I think maybe this boat is too wide so im not sure of uprighting after capsizing, sailboats should bring silent air motors and and air tanks , more reliable than batteries and non toxic and rechargable with wind turbine compressor . This boat looks like 505 variation
Oooh I want one!
They are built to order :)
Will you sell the plans ? Have you considered building one out of aluminum . Love the design and all design details.
Reach out to Antoine Mainfray, the architect and boat builder. antoine.mainfray@gmail.com
The builder seems to have disappeared - the website goes to an open link...Anybody know if they still exist?
This would make a great home build since plywood is used.
The coach roof is an assembled composite structure and keel and rudders are molded composite parts so, It'd be a bit hard for a home built. There is a slightly shorter day sailer model, based on the same lines that is available as a kit for home built. The Aloes 18.
archinavale.carbonmade.com/projects/6146057
What's is expected cost? And can you install a portable head?
I think base sail away price for the Flow 19 is around 55K Euros. Yes, a porta potty fits well inside the cabin and can be stowed under the double berth extension.
Anchor locker, but no bow roller. All that engineering and skimp on an important item. I still like the old Corsaire.
You don't need a bow roller on a 19 footer. It's still a small craft, you want to keep them simple and nimble!
@@siren17 Maybe, if you stay in marinas or only beach the boat. My 16ft Senior had an anchor roller, anchor chain will make light work of those topsides in any kind of chop, but maybe you only sail in perfect conditions? Nice boat otherwise.
@@skaraborgcraftwhile an anchor roller is a step up in luxury, a thousand pound boat could easily be anchored with my 2.5 pound Mantus M1. I think I would feel a bit ridiculous with that mounted to my bow as if I was trying to make my boat look bigger than it is. Of course I have never needed to try to anchor in seas so rough that I feared going forward. Since I don't have an anchor locker mine is kept aft so the point is moot.
@@liamstone3437 Anchor rollers can be had in small sizes for small boats, so you can pull in chain without damage. I was not suggesting that the anchor be stored at the bow at all times, though there is a lot of sense to that making it instantly deployable. But, you do you.
I really like your mainsail, what is the brand where did you guys order it? I see you have used it on syren and now on your new flow sailboats ?
The sail cloth is called ZZ Black Aramid Laminate from Deutch sail cloth maker Contender. We had our sails made from two different sail lofts, one in Canada, the other in France. Here is the link to the sail cloth specs.
contendersailcloth.com/en/7p/zz-black-aramid-laminates.aspx
How do you get one of these in North America?
Buy
Find a used one or get a new one built in France, put it on a trailer and ship it RoRo (roll on - roll off) to the North America like a car. Cargo freight from Antwerpen to Baltimore/NY is 3 to 4k with broker and import tax fees. Then register it in Colorado (no sales taxes) and get Maine tags for the trailer.
@@siren17 which sites do you look on to find a used one? How many have been made?
@@bbonora best is to join the Facebook group “Fans of Atelier Interface Sailboats” and ask if anyone is for sale. 6 were made, #7 is under construction. I have #5.
@@bbonora Facebook group is m.facebook.com/groups/348757023249321/?ref=share
Rad dude.
"Boat handling and deck controls are simplified as much as possible..." as camera pans deck to reveal lines and sheets covering every surface.
No winches, jib cars or traveler. Yes, just ropes and tackle so, you see them. You still need jib and main sheets and a downhaul… :)
I have a new channel sv Gemstar.I have an new channel as i have another boat. I bought
on jan3rd and u will be
doing an vlog l
walk through. The boat is an Colombia 27.
I have rejoined your channel. you do make some of the nicer vlogs.
Gerard on
SV Gemstar.