Are you looking for a fun power cruiser? The 2022 Hinckley 35 is one of the flagship models from this classic, respected manufacturer. Founded in 1928 by Benjamin B. Hinckley, the company would get its big break in the boating world by introducing its custom-designed motorboat, the Picnic Boat.
This model was an icon of its generation and a hybrid model of the yacht and the traditional “Lobster boat” from around the Southwest Harbor in Maine. The Hinckley 35 offers you all the classic elements of the picnic boat, with a sporty feel and platy of luxury throughout the vessel.
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Design Overview
The 2022 Hinckley 35 features an overall length of 38′ 8″, with a 36′ 11″ hull, 11′ beam, and a 2′ 10″ draft. Thanks to the carefully crafted lines reminiscent of past models in the Hinckley heritage, the 35 is immediately recognizable.
The 2022 Hinckley 35 debuted at the Newport International Boat Show in late 2021 to rave reviews. At a glance, this model has a classic feel due to the use of teak trim, lustrous gel coat paintwork, and the transom tumblehome.
To breathe life into the design of the 35, Hinckley teamed up with the legend Michael Peters, one of the most esteemed yacht builders in the industry. The 35 has us remembering the Downeast Picnic Boat motif Hinckley established.
Engines
The Hinckley 35 benefitted from the brand doing away with its jet-propulsion system used on previous models. We have to say that it was a good move. Hinckley decided to give the 35 an outboard setup, powered by twin 300hp Mercury Verados or twin Yamaha 300hp outboards.
When the 35 gets on a plane with the engines roaring, you can get the boat up to a top speed of 48mph at 6,000 pm, and there’s no propeller slippage cutting the wheel at 35-mph. We feel there’s plenty of power available for the 35 and anything you need to do with it.
Dialing back on the throttle to 4,000 rpm has you cruising at 30-mph for more than 400 statute miles on a 300-gallon tank. You can install the 350hp outboards to upgrade the performance, but we feel it’s unnecessary, and the standard configuration is great.
We also love the new drive system from Hinckley, using the joystick system for easy docking in the berth. The bow thruster system makes easy work of close-quarters handling.
Hull
The seakeeping capability of the Hinckley 35 comes from the masterful craftsmanship of the boat design. The hull receives the award-winning resin-infusion process in its construction, incorporating epoxy and carbon materials.
Hinckley cures every hull it makes in an 80-foot-long oven at its manufacturing headquarters in Maine. The company was one of the first to start using carbon fiber in hull designs. It has a 25-year legacy of producing some of the industry’s strongest, lightest, and most efficient hulls.
Due to its proprietary hull manufacturing process occurring completely in-house, owners get a lifetime hull warranty with their Hinckley 35. Peter’s optimized the hull design with strakes and chines to give the boat more lift and stability on the plane. The hull also features a unique 19-degree deadrise tapering from the transom.
Interior, Seating, and Deck
The 35 comes with many design hallmarks that make the brand famous. We love the meticulous use of teak throughout the vessel, and we can’t say enough about the quality of the carbon-epoxy-infused hull.
The helm gets a single-pane ClearView™ windshield, offering the driver an uninterrupted view of the ocean on all sides of the boat. The plush captain’s chair accompanies the co-pilot chair. Both sit on swivels with adjustable height and plenty of plush padding for comfort.
The hardtop covers the helm and pilot’s cockpit, extending back to the U-shaped lounge seating behind the driver’s cockpit.
The twin outboards on the transom feature center mounting for easy side passaging and access to the water from the stern. They also act as swim platforms when you’re out on the water and want to get into the ocean for a dip.
The centerline walk-through design leads you to the open-plan aft cockpit, featuring rear-facing seats aligned along the port side of the transom. You can access the swim steps and outboard well through the transom door on the starboard side.
Below the cockpit sole, you’ll find a spacious storage locker for gear. The hatch features an electric lift for convenience and gas-assisted struts, giving you access to the compartment at the press of a button. The helm features a louvered wooden door with a hatch.
To port leads you belowdecks to the luxurious cabin, complete with full galley, and head to starboard. The highlight is the forward V-berth, with a full-service bathroom and a mini kitchen with everything you need for spending the night on board the boat.
Thanks to the skylight and large side windows, the berth gets plenty of natural light. The interior is spacious, providing plenty of space to move around and a luxurious, relaxing area away from any bad weather on deck.
The cabin features a practical and well-thought-out setup with extraordinary craftsmanship. There’s plenty of seating, and the forward saloon converts easily into a bed accommodating two people. There’s a cabinet and drawers and room for everything you need on a weekend trip up the coastline.
The list of standard amenities on the Hinckley is extensive. The optional upgrades don’t really do justice to accommodate the extra expense. This model is great right out of the box and one of the best buys in its class in 2022.
Pricing
The Hinckley brand has one of the most impressive R&D departments in the game. It’s no surprise that they’re among the leaders in carbon-fiber marine-based applications. Their hull technology is second to none.
The amazing thing is that the Hinckley 35 will only be available to a lucky few. The company only intends to build 30-models in 2022. It’s an exclusive offering suiting owners that want the top of the range in a Picnic sports model.
You get a great blend of performance, stability on the water, and handling. Hinckley also does all its servicing in-house. The company has a network of Hinckley-approved servicing agents across the coastlines of the United States.
The baseline model of the Hinckley 35 retails for between $825,000 to $865,000, depending on the commodity surcharge. With the optional extras and motor upgrade, the full-house model will run you around $1,150,000.
Additional Features
The Hinckley 35 comes with a few options, but there aren’t many. Apart from the engine upgrade, Hinckley provides options for a Seakeeper 3 gyrostabilizer and full teak on the decks.
2022 Hinckley 35 – The Verdict
Overall, this boat is one of the few models offering a WOW experience for the owner, right out of the bow. There is no real reason to upgrade the motors, as the standard performance of 48-mph offers you more than enough power.
The luxury fittings, interior, helm, and bow are what you expect from a leading manufacturing brand like Hinckley. However, with the 35, you get a Sports Picnic model that’s a standout in its class.
