[1] The Bayfield 25 is a small recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with teak wood trim.

"[7] In a review Michael McGoldrick wrote, "The Bayfield 25 fits many people's definition of a true pocket cruising sailboat.

It has a miniature bowsprit and shoal draft full-keel, and it comes complete with a diesel engine and very livable interior with standing headroom.

Many cruising sailboats sacrifice some performance in favour of comfort and livability, and these tend to be more noticeable on smaller designs.

On the other hand, Bayfield sailors will be out enjoying strong winds when many other boats will be heading back to port.

"[8] In a 2010 review Steve Henkel wrote, "compared to other 23-footers, she won't win races (PHRF of 270) but she stands a chance of competing on liveaboard comfort with 5' 9" headroom ...