1986 One Design Point Jude 16 for Sale – 16 ft – Washington, NC, United States

1986 One Design Point Jude 16 “Maggie Mae” – A Classic, Stable, and Highly Sought-After Daysailer

The Point Jude 16 has earned a loyal following for good reason, and this 1986 One-Design example, “Maggie Mae,” is a wonderful representation of why these boats remain so desirable decades later. Designed as a true family-friendly daysailer, the Point Jude 16 combines classic lines, impressive stability, and simple, confidence-inspiring sailing characteristics that appeal to both new sailors and seasoned enthusiasts.

This boat has been garage kept, stored under cover, and clearly well cared for, showing the kind of thoughtful ownership that makes a difference in longevity and condition. She comes complete with a road-ready trailer, making her easy to transport, launch, and store — an important advantage for buyers looking for flexibility and low ownership costs.

One of the standout qualities of the Point Jude 16 is her exceptional stability and seaworthiness for a boat of this size. With a generous beam, ballast-assisted centerboard design, and a hull shape known for forgiving handling, she is widely regarded as a safe and predictable platform for day sailing. These boats are frequently sought out by families, sailing schools, and owners who want a dependable boat that inspires confidence without sacrificing performance or charm.

“Maggie Mae” includes protective storage bags for the mast, boom, and mainsail, helping preserve the rigging and sail inventory when not in use. The open cockpit layout provides comfortable seating and space to move around, making her ideal for relaxed afternoon sails, teaching new sailors, or enjoying time on the water with kids or friends.

Point Jude daysailers are known for their quality construction, classic New England design heritage, and excellent value retention. They are easy to rig, easy to sail, and economical to own — qualities that continue to drive demand for these boats on the used market. Whether you are looking for a first sailboat, a dependable daysailer, or a timeless small sailboat to enjoy locally, this Point Jude 16 checks all the right boxes.

Now ready for her next chapter, “Maggie Mae” offers an opportunity to own a proven, well-loved classic that is turn-key and ready to sail.

Available for showing at McCotters Marina & Boatyard.

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.