Nimble 25 Arctic

Description

The Nimble 25 (also commonly known as the Nimble 25 Arctic or simply Nimble Arctic 25) is a compact, trailerable American pocket cruiser/motorsailer designed by renowned naval architect Ted Brewer (known for classics like the Whitby 42 and Morgan 382). It was built by Nimble Boats (Nimble Boat Works Inc., Clearwater, Florida, USA) from 1988 to 1993, with a limited production run (exact numbers not precisely documented but likely in the low hundreds based on rarity in current markets and owner communities). Featuring solid fiberglass (GRP) construction with a pilothouse (raised cabin for protection and visibility), keel/centerboard (retractable for shallow draft/beaching/trailering), (fractional sloop for easy handling), and a surprisingly comfortable interior for its size (typically 4 berths with V-forward, settees, galley, enclosed head, and good storage/tankage for weekend or gunkholing cruises). It's praised for stability (very stiff despite light displacement), seaworthiness in moderate conditions, motorsailing ability (inboard diesel auxiliary ~10–18 hp), and versatility—great for day-sailing, shallow-water exploring, or short coastal passages—though not a high-speed racer (more cruiser-oriented with spirited performance in breeze). Loyal owners maintain an active community (e.g., Facebook groups for Nimble owners).