The 1981 Mistral 16 sailboat has a fiberglass hull and has an overall length of 15.83 feet (sometimes referred to as LOA). The width (or beam) of this craft is 61 inches. This boat is rigged as a Sloop. The sail area for the sailboat is 141 square feet. The displacement for the boat is approximately 365 lbs. The draft of this sailboat is approximately 3'10". (Draft refers to the bare minimum amount of water needed to sail your vessel. If you are buying a sailboat, check the waters where you plan to sail to make sure they are not too shallow for the craft you plan to buy.)
Sailing is a great activity and can provide you and your family and friends with many hours of enjoyment. To help ensure your safety, we highly recommend sailing classes since sailing can be a challenging activity where technique and skills are important.
Proper maintenance and care can help your Mistral stay in good condition and have a higher value at resale. More importantly, the right maintenance, care, and equipment can help you to have a safer, more enjoyable time on the water.