Circe

THE CAL 25 AND HISTORY

"Circe" is a classic...

The Cal 25 is one of the most popular and successful Cals ever built. Over 2,000 hulls were constructed, and although they were designed over 40 years ago, they remain one of the more popular one-design racing yachts throughout the U.S. with fleets in Detroit, MI; Annapolis, MD; New Orleans, LA; Long Beach, CA and more.

The boat was designed by Bill Lapworth and made by Jensen Marine in Costa Mesa, CA.

They are also one of the first boats to be designed as Racer/Cruisers which have both a cruising interior, but are set up for racing. They are also quite affordable, and relatively inexpensive to maintain. A well equipped Cal25 can be had for around $4000. The hull is solid glass and rarely has any problems.

The Everyman Boat: The Cal 25 –  SpinSheet

"Circe" is a classic Cal 25 Flattop with incredible sailing and handling characteristics, a very comfortable cockpit layout, a high thrust electric start and electric tilt 8hp Honda outboard, and a classic inviting interior.

NOTE: Please watch our orientation video for tips and tricks for handling this boat - VERY IMPORTANT to note these techniques to ensure you are ready to start practicing close quarters maneuvering and docking and maneuvering with this particular engine and rudder layout.

Electrical system notes:
Shore power must be connected securely when stowing the boat. (Breaker at dock power box must be switched to on.)
Switch the 30 Amp 2 pole shore power in breaker switch on the A/C panel to the "on" position.
Switch the charger circuit switch on the A/C panel to "on"
Check the front side edge of the charger and ensure the charging indicator light is indeed on (charger is receiving power and is operational).

Bilge pump system and settings:
The Bilge pump switch should be left on AUTO. The battery selector need not be on (and we don't want to leave it on when leaving the boat) for the bilge pump to have power,

If using the "manual" side of the switch be sure to return the switch to the "auto" position.

Please watch our orientation video for tips and tricks for handling this boat - VERY IMPORTANT to note these techniques to ensure you are ready to start practicing close quarters maneuvering and docking and maneuvering with this particular engine and rudder layout.

Circe has two Trojan AGM batteries.