Back in the 1980s, we made it a priority to build good quality, affordable boats, well suited to their specific uses. With that in mind, we decided to create yet another small trailerable boat with a large cockpit for day sailing and a cozy cabin for two, complete with sails and trailer. The result was an economic solution to that period's recreational sailing dilemma, which coincidentally, cost about the same as one place setting of the then-new Reagan White House china service.
 
With a stayless spirit sail sloop sail plan and a dagger board type hull, an easy to handle and enjoyable boat has resulted. All of the sail controls are made from the cockpit and the large removable hatch eliminates the need to go forward. The cockpit is roomy for day sailing and the dagger board makes Nancy's China beachable. There are 285 lbs. of ballast so she is self-righting and because of the modern wood construction, unsinkable. A stainless steel outboard bracket is available as well as oars. Economy cars are fully capable of towing Nancy's China and when on the trailer, she stands less than 5' off the ground.
 
There are a lot of pluses on this little vessel besides charm and convenience, she is still an effective solution for the sailor on a tight budget.