Flow 19 Sport Pocket Cruiser Sailboat - Guided Tour

This is an in-depth guided tour of the Flow 19, a trailable sport cruiser sailboat designed by Atelier Interface and built in France by Prodesign 3D. This lightweight design has a fully retractable swing keel that makes possible to launch the boat from shallow ramps, beach it and explore shallow waters.

Architect: Antoine Mainfray

0:00 Introduction
1:33 Construction
2:14 Standing and running rigging
5:32 Retractable swing keel system
6:02 Twin rudders
6:36 Water ballasts
7:03 Autopilot
7:36 Electric propulsion
8:10 Anchor locker, lifelines and mooring cleats
8:28 Storage and cabin comfort
10:46 Electrical system and instruments
12:05 Close

Flow 19 Data and builder's web site

Architect web site

[robertvoigt]

Seems a perfect boat for the Great Lakes coast, bays, estuaries and rivers!

[Lon]

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!

[ramish]

This is such a well thought out, and well put together pocket cruiser. Learned a lot, thanks for sharing!

[kevbjork]

Very cool little boat. If I ever decide to downsize from my Hunter 23.5, this would definitely be in the running.

[MarcPorlier]

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.

[davidthatcher]

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.

[guillaumewiatr]

Magnific boat. I would love to sail one. Great design, perfect for someone who wants to sail without the hurdles of big boats.

[LEGOWENTV]

This is the boat for me. Please sell it in the US.

[BethelHealthBuilders]

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

[markvanginkel]

A lot of thought went into the design of this beautiful little boat.. Well done!

[johnjordansailing]

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.

[veryrudeguy]

Of course didn't mention price.
Base price 59.000$

[francis]

This seem awesome. 59000$ i saw on a Magazine? Is this the one?

[markosterman]

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?

[KennethDTothero]

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?

[tom]

Isn’t that a 12:1 vang, 6:1 x 2:1 (the part through the low friction ring on the boom)?

[endomorphismus]

Where does one buy such a boat? How much did it cost with all the upgrades? Thx

[xDiscovery]

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 ?

[wizdeas]

The builder seems to have disappeared - the website goes to an open link...Anybody know if they still exist?

[janicearmstrong]

Will you sell the plans ? Have you considered building one out of aluminum . Love the design and all design details.