Construction (Excerpt from the Shearwater Website)

https://www.americanmarinesports.com/shearwater/270-carolina-flare/270-carolina-flare-construction/

The ShearWater® hull design is precisely produced utilizing the ShearWater® exclusive “HPI” double hull foam core injected process. The ShearWater® “HPI” process incorporates a structurally sound outer hull chemically bonded to a matching full length complete inner hull with high strength water proof closed cell foam structural flotation foam core injected under pressure between the two hulls. The outer hull is structurally sound without the addition of the inner hull. The 100% All composite outer hull is hand laminated utilizing fine finish exterior fiberglass matt, high strength structural biaxial fiberglass fabric, composite core material and a layer of Dupont Kevlar over the entire bottom for extreme strength and puncture resistance. The outer hull is structurally reinforced with hand laminated full-length composite stringers and keel. The high-density composite transom is reinforced with hand laminated composite knee braces. The totally sealed and filled double hull structure eliminates the possibility of water intrusion into the hull. One of the most important benefits of the advanced “HPI” technology is undoubtedly the extreme safety factor built into every boat. The benefits of the “HPI” process are further enhanced through the use of the ShearWater exclusive process of chemically bonding the deck to the double hull creating a solid unitized one-piece structure. The ShearWater® proprietary “HPI unitized construction” method is initially very expensive to put into production. The inner hull is complex and time consuming to create. The inner hull mold and the outer hull mold have to be exceptionally strong to withstand the high internal pressure created during the foam injection process. The “HPI” process requires additional manufacturing space, additional steps in the process, and demands that the deck and the hull remain in their molds much longer than the typical construction methods. The additional time in the mold has the benefit of allowing the exterior gelcoat and fiberglass laminate the necessary time to thoroughly cure. The additional curing time is one of the most important factors that contribute to the ShearWater® exclusive, exceptionally straight, brilliant, exterior gelcoat finish. This ShearWater® exclusive technology creates a strong, durable, flex-free, unitized structure that cuts through waves silently and smoothly to deliver a comfortable and confident true sense of security. The unitized “HPI” process reinforced with Dupont Kevlar produces products with such consistently high strength and durability that costly warranty repairs are virtually eliminated. Based upon 30 years of trouble free experience with the “HPI” process, American Marine Sports. offers a limited lifetime hull warranty with total confidence

Vessel Walkthrough

Upper Station:

• Steering Wheel with Knob
• Mercury Throttles
• Forward and Aft Flood Flights
• Leaning Post (New Cushions Dec. 2022)
• Lenco Trim Tabs
• Mercury Gauges
• Rod Holders (5)
• Cup Holders (2)

Deck:

• Console Sunpad (New Cushions Dec. 2022) with Baitwell and Dual Fish Boxes
• New Bolsters (Dec. 2022)
• Fresh and Saltwater Washdown
• Courtesy Lights
• Aft Baitwells (2)
• Rear Bench Seat with Dry Storage
• Rod Holders (10)
• Anchor Lockers
• Forward Deck Lockers
• Under Gunnel Rod Storage
• Bilge Locker
• New Rub Rail (Dec. 2022)
• Underwater Lights (2)
• XM Radio Antenna

Electronics and Helm:

• 18” Simrad NSS Evo3
• Lenco Trim Tabs
• Fusion Stereo
• Push Button Switch Panel
• Steering Wheel with Power Knob
• Mercury Controls
• Cup Holders (2)
• Simrad VHF
• ShearWater Foot Pad
• Action Series Jac Plate Controls
• Helm Seats (New Cushions Dec. 2022)
• Built-In Console Baitwell
• JL Speakers (8)
• Overhead Lights
• Forward and Aft Spreader Lights
• Port and Starboard Spreader Lights
• Windlass Controls
• Enclosed Console
• Overhead Rod Holders (4)

Electrical:

• Battery Charger
• Batteries
• JL Amps

Engine Details and Mechanical Equipment:

• Twin Mercury 225HP Four Stroke XL
• Action Series Jack Plates (2)
• Power Pole

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

Disclaimer

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.