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Bob Perry designed this Saga for a specific purpose—fast, efficient cruising. Its beauty is in the sum of its parts: there's plenty of function, and form follows fairly enough.

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The term “performance cruiser” has become so overused by production builders as to have lost much of its meaning. We think the definition includes (but is not limited to) boats that can be sailed to their potential by two people, or even a singlehander. Cockpits should be large enough for comfortable lounging in warm climes, or under the moon. Each space belowdecks should be large enough for its intended use. And pricing should correspond to value.

The Robert Perry-designed Saga 43 seems to fit most of those definitions.

Company History Saga Yachts, Inc., of Ontario, Canada, was formed in 1995 by Allan Poole and three business partners. The firm commissioned Robert H. Perry to design the first Saga yacht, the 43-footer of which we speak, which began rolling off the production line in 1996. The company’s plan was to build performance cruisers suitable for bluewater sailing that are of higher quality than mainstream production builders.

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A Scot, with an engineering degree from Strathclyde University in Glascow, Poole built race-winning performance sailing yachts for 10 years prior to emigrating to Canada. He held positions as general manager for CS Yachts, director of marketing for Tartan Yachts, and was president of Hinterholler Yachts. Immediately prior to forming Saga, he worked for C&C Yachts before it ceased operations.

The partnership at Saga, however, was not a happy one, and was terminated in 1998. Poole subsequently purchased the molds, and reorganized the company as Saga Marine. It now employs 35 people in a 20,000-square foot facility, and produces 12 to 15 boats annually. In addition to the 43-footer, the company manufacturers a Perry designed 35-footer. Perry is currently designing a 47-footer that the company plans to debut in 2002.

Dealers are located in Annapolis, Connecticut, Seattle, and California.

The Design Seattle architect Perry’s designs occupy a wide swath of the sailboat horizon. Three decades after its introduction, his Valiant 40 is still considered a well-mannered bluewater cruiser. Other designs include the Nordic 40 and the Esprit 37.

From the outset, the Saga 43 was “designed to be a legitimate fast cruiser that would combine elements from racing trends with a long waterline that increases speed and interior volume,” says Perry. “Most cruisers are designed inside out, but not here. We wanted to appeal to an owner who knows performance. Allan and I started with a big cockpit that would be comfortable and ease the task of managing the boat. We wanted a better balance between spaces on deck and below.”

The boat has a fine entry, with beam carried well forward. “She’s not narrow, says Perry, “though she’s six inches narrower than the Valiant 40. She’s just not fat. I think the marketplace is inundated with fat boats.”

There’s not much flare in the hull, but she provides a dry ride, as we learned on our test sail. There’s a bit of hollow at her bow, and she has a relatively low, 19″ high coachroof. Of her profile, Perry says, “I like a strong spring to the sheer.”

Her length-to-beam ratio is 3.94. Perry considers a narrow hull one with a ratio over 4.0, and anything under 3.2 fat.

“She’s complex forward but a normal design aft,” Perry says. At the opposite end of her fine entry, she presents a stout, stable section at the stern. “We wanted good tracking,” says Perry. “The hull form and rig combine to provide a neutral helm under most conditions.

“Most cruisers reef as a survival move, while racers reef to improve performance. You don’t have to wait until this boat is out of control to reef—she lets you know.”

Three keels are available, including a recently introduced shoal-draft version with a bulb and longer chord length to improve lift. The partially balanced spade rudder was placed as far aft as possible, allowing easier steering under a spinnaker in heavy seas.

Both of the oft-used ratios that measure performance potential indicate that she is a goer. The SA/D is 19.09 with a self-tacking jib, which places her on the high end of the “performance cruiser” scale, and a D/L of 152—lower than the typical production cruiser. Her polar plots indicate she’ll be fastest sailing between 120 and 135 degrees, when speed will reach 10 knots in 20 knots of wind. On paper she should sail to weather in the same wind at 7-plus knots.

Deck Layout Perhaps the most noteworthy characteristic of the rig and deck layout is that they were conceived with an eye to simplified shorthanded sailing at speed in the ocean. She carries a masthead rig with double headstays, like many round-the- world racers. Both headsails are flown from Harken furlers. The jib headstay is tacked at the stem. The stay for overlapping headsails is 2.6 feet forward at the end of the stainless steel bowsprit.

The inner jib is self-tacking, secured to a Harken traveler on the cabintop forward. The idea is that this jib will do for windward work, while off the wind the high-clewed outer jib will be unrolled and the inner jib furled. This set-up is somewhat ostentatiously called a Variable Geometry Rig™. The only real criticism we have of the system is that the short distance between stays requires manhandling the outer jib through the slot in a tack or a jibe (they do happen) and will produce excessive wear on the sail and the foredeck crew in any amount of air. It will be less of a problem for offshore sailors, who sometimes don’t change course for days.

The keel-stepped Offshore mast is supported by 1×19 wire. Shrouds are continuous. There are two sets of spreaders, swept slightly aft. The solid Forespar vang carries a 16:1 block and tackle.

What the casual observer would consider minor touches attest to her intended use: Decks are 19″ wide and chainplates are at the base of the cabin, so movement is unimpeded. Lifelines are 30″ tall—our preference for blue-water boats and 4-6″ higher than those of many competitors. On the port side of the mast is a compartment, flush to the deck, for storage of halyard tails and winch handles. Safety rails at the mast are standard, as are padeyes for jacklines. Also standard on newer boats is a spare main halyard and a storm trysail track on the mast.

The bowsprit has double rollers, and the anchor locker is divided into two compartments large enough for storage of 300 feet of rode.

Spaces belowdecks are well-lit and well-ventilated. Two Lewmar Ocean Series hatches are on the bow, three more are on the coachroof, and eight stainless-steel framed ports and four fixed portlights add illumination. There are four Dorade boxes with stainless steel cowls.

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The builder succeeded in producing a cockpit with seats long enough for lounging. This cockpit is 79″ on the centerline forward of the wheel, and the footwell is 42″ wide. Seats are 7’6″ long, and 19″ wide, so a crew of eight can sit comfortably. The nonskid is “leather grained”— not the typical diamond pattern. It seems to provide good grip.

Primary winches on our test boat, hull #16, were Harken 56 self-tailers. Hoisting the mainsail, which is outfitted with a Harken Batt-Car system, is a matter of pressing a button that energizes the electric Harken 40 self-tailer on the cabintop. The mainsheet is housed on a traveler forward of the companionway, and, like the sheet for the self-tacking jib, is led to a winch at the companionway. Halyard tails and reefing lines can be tucked out of sight in cubbies in the coaming.

The wheel is a 40″ Edson stainless steel destroyer type that allowed two-finger steering during our test sail. A molded foot brace in the cockpit sole provided good support when steering while heeled 15-20°.

In addition to room for crew in the cockpit, there’s also a cavernous locker to starboard. The space is 51” deep and allows for storage of an inflatable dinghy and oars below spare sails, cleaning supplies, and fenders. A separate liferaft compartment is aft to starboard, as is a locker designed to house a 6-gallon gasoline tank for an outboard motor. Two 5-lb propane bottles live in a locker in the port corner.

Belowdecks The first impression upon stepping below is of spaciousness created by 6’5″ headroom, ample clearance amidships between settees, and light reflecting off hand-rubbed cherry and a white liner. The cabin sole is 1″ thick, with teak and holly veneer. The saloon measures 14′ on the centerline.

The common denominators of the three available interior layouts are galley and nav station to starboard, head and dining area to port.

The C-shaped galley is large enough for a chef and helper. The Corian countertop is 39″ wide and 21″ deep, with refrigerator and freezer located at the aft end below a cabinet designed to house a microwave. Standard equipment is a gimbaled three-burner Force 10 stove with oven. The owner told us that storage cabinets surrounding the space were adequate for a crew of three on a 19-day passage from Hawaii to San Francisco. The space is well ventilated by two opening ports.

The navigator sits on the settee and faces aft at a table measuring 36″ wide and 24″ deep—large enough to spread out a big section of chart.

The wiring behind the electric panel is excellent; removing two wing nuts allows the panel to swing down, providing instant access to wiring that is color coded, nicely bundled, and protected by Plexiglas boxes.

Though it sits in the center of the area, the 48″ long dining table is narrow enough with leaves down that it does not interfere with traffic forward, or access to settees. With leaves up, it is 54″ wide, adequate for seating four. Settees are 78″ long, and designed to convert to sea-berths.

Our test boat was equipped with a single head compartment, which was large enough to allow movement without banging into the bulkheads. Headroom is 6′ 2″. The space is surrounded by a seamless, molded pan nearly devoid of wood trim or grates that become greenhouses for mildew. A 16″ wide vanity and sink, mirror, storage cabinets, and toothbrush/cup holder are molded in the pan. Standing room in the shower is 26″ square, with an additional 13″ on a seat. The space is enclosed by a curved Plexiglas door that protects the main compartment from splashing water.

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The boat was introduced with fore and aft staterooms and a second head in the bow. Beginning with hull #16, the forward head was eliminated. The most recent option is a queen-sized berth on an island on the centerline in the bow (not a good sea-berth, and not even good for sleeping in a rough harbor), with an optional head or closet.

Accommodations in the forward stateroom on our test boat included a queen-sized Pullman berth to port—far preferable for offshore sailing. There’s generous storage space in six pull-out drawers, a compartment outboard under the berth, and three cabinets on the hull, one with a 24″ wide hanging locker.

In the single-head configuration, the space forward of the stateroom is a 4’4″ x 5′ compartment that could be used as a workbench area (!) or extra storage area.

The berth in the aft stateroom is 80″ long and 72″ wide, and covered with 4″ thick cushions. Also in the cabin are a hanging locker and four large drawers—enough space for four sets of foulies and a moderate wardrobe. Spaces below the berth are occupied by batteries.

Aluminum tanks store diesel amidships on the centerline, and water port and starboard under the settees, and under the Pullman berth.

Construction Saga’s construction techniques reflect standard methods employed by the better builders in the industry. Hulls are sprayed with two layers of ISO-NPG gelcoat. The laminate is hand-laid and squeegeed to eliminate excess resin in the lamination. Two layers of vinylester resin are in the skin coat; polyester resins are in other layers.

The hull is cored with 3/4″ Baltek AL600 balsa sandwiched by four layers of chop and 2408 biaxial stitch mat on the exterior, and two layers on the interior. The 1-3/4″ thick bottom is solid fiberglass; additional reinforcing is on the centerline, at the keel, rudder, and mast step. The layup schedule for the deck is essentially the same, with core removed andsolid fiberglass reinforcements added in areas where hardware will be installed. Deck hardware is installed with aluminum backing plates.

Support for the hull is produced by an 18″ deep matrix frame constructed of 6 layers of 2408 mat, all of which are bonded to the hull, as are bulkheads and cabinetry. (These last are also bonded to the deck “where appropriate.”)

The hull-deck joint is a flange bonded with 3M 5200 and fasteners located on 4″ centers. Similarly, the aluminum toerail is bonded with 3M 5200 and through-bolted with aluminum washers and nuts.

The keel is cast lead, secured to the hull with two rows of 1″ keel bolts. The rudder stock is 2″ diameter stainless steel.

The mast and chainplates are grounded with 7AG copper wire for lightening protection. Seacocks are Marelon ball valves, and hoses are fitted with double clamps.

Performance We sailed hull #16 on San Francisco bay with Dwight Odom, a recent competitor in the Singlehanded Transpac, a 2,120-mile voyage from San Francisco to Hawaii. Though fit, Odom is in his 60s. This certainly speaks to the ease with which this 43- footer can be sailed.

Odom recorded boatspeeds of 14 knots sailing downwind in 35-40 knots of wind, flying a headsail and reefed main. We didn’t experience those conditions on our test sail.

She was not lightened for the test sail. We pulled away from the slip carrying a stainless steel wind vane on the stern, 300 feet of chain in the bow, provisions, and clothing.

Flying a full mainsail and 110% jib, and sailing as high on the breeze as possible without stalling the jib, speed reached 5.5 knots in 12 knots of true wind. When the wind freshened to 14-16 knots, our speed over the ground increased to 6.6 knots while sailing into a flooding tide under the Golden Gate Bridge. She was heeled 15-20 degrees, the helm was light, and she was in a comfortable groove.

Easing sheets and sailing between a close reach and a beam reach in 12 knots of true wind, the GPS recorded 8 knots, a half-knot faster than her polars indicate. As the breeze lightened we footed off to a broad reach and speed fluctuated between 7.9-8.2 knots. (This was now with a bit of current behind us.)

She also motors comfortably at 7-8 knots, though one owner claims to have pegged the speedo at 9 knots. Her standard engine is a 56- hp Yanmar fitted with a three bladed prop. A feathering prop will be important for the performance sailor.

One owner who kept close records of fuel consumption on a passage from the British Virgin Islands to the East Coast traveled at 8.2 knots at 3100 rpm, and 9 knots at 3600 rpm, with fuel consumption of about one gallon per hour.

Conclusions This boat was designed for serious sailors interested in maximizing performance and cruising in comfort. She’s faster than most production boats her size. The cockpit is large, and spaces below reflect Bob Perry’s ability to design comfortable accommodations.

The company’s warranty is fairly typical of the industry. It covers any defective workmanship and/or materials for a period of a year. Exceptions to this are a 5-year limited warranty on the hull structure, and 10-year limited warranty on gelcoat blistering and osmosis. The warranty is transferable to a second owner.

The boat was introduced with a $226,000 price tag, and owners have been rewarded with increases in resale value. Two used boats in the northeast recently sold for $299,000 and $295,000.

Prices of new boats have increased to $308,000 FOB the factory, reflecting upgrades and modifications to the interiors. Included in the upgrades are an electric windlass, six golf cart batteries, an inverter, and self-aligning rudder bearings. The nav station now houses a panel designed for a laptop.

Though somewhat more expensive than similar-sized boats produced by the major manufacturers, second-hand prices indicate that she’s a good investment. We think she’s a good sailing boat, too.

Contact- Saga Marine, 423 Lakeshore Rd., St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada L2R 7K6 800/560-7242.

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Specifications

Basic information.

  • Builder Saga
  • Category Cruisers
  • HIN/IMO QYG430040597
  • Condition Used
  • Fuel Type Diesel
  • Hull Material Fiberglass
  • LOA 43' 3"
  • Beam 12'
  • Dry Weight 19,842 LBS
  • Fuel Tank 88 GAL
  • Fresh Water 120 GAL
  • Holding Tank 32 GAL
  • Displacement 19,842 LBS
  • Ballast 8,000 LBS
  • Number of Engines 1
  • Make Yanmar
  • Model 4JH2E
  • Power HP 50.00 HP
  • Hours 3065.00
  • Location Middle

WINDRESS 1997 Saga 43 (3929846)

"WINDRESS" 1997 Saga 43'

WINDRESS is a fine example of the comfortable and capable Saga 43. A well-rounded cruising boat, suitable for both coastal and offshore sailing. The Saga 43 is well built, fast and efficient.

Full Description

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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.

Saga 43 - WINDRESS

The Saga 43 is a masthead sloop designed by Robert Perry and built by Saga Marine. She is a fast and efficient cruiser that is also comfortable and spacious. She sails well to windward and is very stable in a seaway.

Her fine entry and long waterline gives her good performance in all conditions. Her plumb bow and broad stern provides further stability and comfort. 

The Saga 43 can accommodate up to six people in comfort. Two cabins, two heads, a main salon, a galley, and a navigation station. The cabins are spacious and well-appointed, with cherry wood cabinetry and plenty of storage space. The heads are also spacious with showers and molded sinks which are easy to clean.

The salon is a comfortable place to relax and entertain guests, with a large table and seating for up to six people. The galley is well-equipped with all the necessary appliances for cooking and baking. The navigation station is located forward of the galley and has plenty of space for charts and electronics.

The Saga 43 is a popular choice for cruising sailors and is known for its good performance, comfort, and quality construction.

Accommodations

As you descend through Windress's companionway, you're greeted with a hand crafted, satin-varnished cherry interior. Directly to starboard is her large wrap-around  galley  with Corian countertops, chest refrigerator and freezer, gimbaled 3-burner Force 10 LPG stove with oven, microwave, deep, double basin stainless steel sink, dedicated waste basket locker, 2 opening ports and overhead ventilation hatch and ample utensil drawers and storage outboard. 

Immediately to port is the vessel's  aft cabin . This guest stateroom is composed of a substantial 6'7" x 6'2" berth that may be used fore & aft or athwartship, cedar-lined hanging locker, bureau and drawers, plush 4" foam berth cushion, beautiful hull battens, 2 opening ports, 1 vent hatch and the vessel's battery selection switches. 

Continuing forward along the port side is the  head  compartment. This cabin is built with a seamless molded head/shower unit. The separate shower stall has a curved, sliding acrylic door. The vanity sink, mirror, storage cabinets, toothbrush and cup holder, toilet paper holder, soap dish and head are aft relative to the shower stall. There's ample natural light and ventilation in this head.  

Just forward of the galley is the dedicated, outboard facing  navigation station : composed of a chart table with storage tray, chart light, electronics cabinet and shelf, excellently organized electrical distribution panel and single, articulating seat. 

In the spacious  main salon t here is a settee berth to either hull side, plush 5" cushions in light yellow upholstery, each with lee cloths, a drop-leaf table with storage in the center section and convenient drawers below, lockers and bookshelves for additional outboard storage and overhead grab rails all within easy reach. The vessel's domestic tankage are located below these salon settees. 

The  forward cabin  is privately situated forward of the salon and is equipped with a large, comfortable 6'5"x57" Pullman berth with inner spring cushions. Bookshelf, cedar-lined hanging lockers, storage cabinets, dresser drawers and head forward with vanity, mirror, overhead ventilation hatch w/Skyshade and two opening ports.

General Construction

  • SAGA White hull with double waterline stripes.
  • Deck contrasting two-tone white/beige with molded in nonskid surfaces.
  • Lloyd’s approved Martinply® custom woven Kevlar® through 100% of the hull using post-cured premium grade vinylester resin and vacuum cored throughout the laminate. 
  • Premium grade resins, including vinylester laminates and ISO-NPG gelcoat for added strength, osmosis protection and gloss retention. 
  • BALTEK™ aircraft grade balsa coring in hull and deck.
  • Core is voided or replaced with high density backing plates in areas of through-hulls or deck hardware attachment.
  • Structural bulkheads and furniture components fully bonded to hull and deck Thru-bolted Hull/deck joint (4” centers) with polyurethane adhesive sealant.
  • Aluminum slotted toerail with PVC rubrail for full length hullside protection.
  • Sub-floor framing structure, utilizing bi-directional E-Glass reinforcements.
  • External, cast lead-antimony keel attached with double row of 1" keel bolts.
  • Deep keel sump to lower Center of gravity & contain bilge water.
  • TIDES MARINE™ Low friction, self-aligning rudder bearings.
  • Stainless steel, 4" diameter rudder shaft, welded substructure.
  • Balanced rudder design for fingertip control.
  • Single Side Band radio counterpoise molded in hull (copper strap & screen)
  • The exterior is tropics friendly, with no exterior teak to maintain. NO exterior bright work to maintain! Fiberglass and stainless only.
  • Yanmar 4JH2E engine with 3065 hours
  • New engine starter installed 2023
  • Groco ARG raw water filter w/ Groco SNV safety seacock adaptor for easy engine flush
  • Edson steering pedestal with Teleflex/Morse single lever engine control
  • Edson stainless steel leather wrapped five spoke helm wheel
  • Wheel brake
  • Ritchie Navigator FN 201 compass mounted on binnacle
  • Dual Racor 500MA fuel filters
  • Primary engine fuel filter mounted forward for easy access
  • Vetus non-corrosive plastic exhaust system
  • 1 1⁄4” solid stainless steel shaft with bronze strut
  • Strong dripless, self-aligning shaft seal (new 2015)
  • Autostream 3-blade stainless steel feathering propeller
  • Two fuel tanks totaling 88 gallons provide over 600 NM range under power- New 2019
  • Both fuel tanks have sumps with sample tubes for removal of contaminates/water

Hull and Deck

  • Double stainless steel bow rollers extend well forward of the bow
  • 65 # Mantus primary anchor with 150’ of 5/16” high tensile chain and 200’ 8-Plait rode spliced to chain
  • 44# Bruce anchor at bow with 50’ of 5/16” high tensile chain with 125’ of 1⁄2” three strand nylon rode spliced to chain
  • Spare Fortress FX-23 anchor with assembly tools and Stowaway Bag
  • Mantis anchor line snubber
  • Lewmar V2 anchor windlass with 5/16” gypsy for chain and rode manual kit (new 2016)
  • Up and down foot switches for windlass
  • Cockpit windlass remote
  • Cockpit Cushions (new 2023)
  • Dual hawse pipes
  • Jabsco quick-disconnect anchor wash down pump with New Found Metals deck outlet
  • Coil hose and spray nozzle for wash down system
  • Divided chain locker
  • Seven mooring cleats- 2 bow, 2 amidships, 2 stern and 1 on the transomSlotted aluminum toe rail
  • 30” stainless steel double bow rail
  • 30” high non-coated lifelines
  • Port and starboard lifeline gates
  • 30” high stern rail goes gate to gate for added safety
  • 4” diameter stainless steel rudder stock
  • Low friction rudder stock bearings and a balanced rudder design provide a very light, responsive feel to the helm
  • All below waterline thru-hulls are 1⁄4 turn Marelon ball valves, requiring no grounding and non-corrosive
  • All thru-hulls are labeled
  • Heavy gauge copper wire bonding system
  • Stainless steel arch with integral dinghy davit system
  • Swim platform with swim ladder
  • Fiberglass transom door
  • Walk thru transom for ease of boarding and safety- MOB retrieval is simple with the electric winch
  • Three transom handles for aid in boarding
  • Safety bars at mast
  • Dodger with side and aft grab rails – New 2019
  • Bimini with connector to dodger, both have 40 gauge double polished vinyl windows and added grab rail above helm with leather cover (new 2019)
  • Locking acrylic hatch boards
  • Custom companionway teak screen doors with acrylic panels for cooler weather
  • Custom Sunbrella/vinyl window companionway cover
  • 7’6” long, deep sculpted cockpit seats provide great back support and good sleeping under the stars
  • Self-draining line organizer/storage boxes molded into the cockpit coamings
  • Dedicated self-draining life raft locker
  • Dedicated, USCG approved, vented locker for dinghy gasoline storage
  • Gas-assist cockpit locker lids
  • Four cockpit pad eyes for jack lines
  • Deck pad eyes for jack lines
  • Four stainless steel dorades with stainless steel guards
  • Centerline folding custom teak cockpit table with large stainless steel grab bar and foot brace
  • Sunbrella table cover with fleece lining to protect varnished teak table
  • Sunbrella pedestal/wheel cover
  • Four fixed lights
  • Nine opening ports with screens
  • Seven opening hatches with screens
  • 3 piece winter cove
  • Nova Cool LT200 12v refrigeration w/dual evaporator plates
  • Technautics Cool Blue 12v freezer w/ stainless steel cold plate
  • Acurite refrigerator/freezer wireless digital temperature sensors and display
  • Corian countertops
  • Double stainless steel sinks
  • Single lever hot & cold pressure water faucet with pull-out sprayer wand
  • Whale manual fresh water foot pump - New 2014
  • Force 10 - 3 burner stove with broiler and thermostatically controlled oven - New 2012
  • Two 20# LPG tanks in vented propane locker
  • Propane solenoid switch and leak sensor in galley
  • Stainless steel safety bar
  • Galley belt for safety working underway
  • Tip-out trash bin

Sails and Rigging

  • Offshore Spars double spreader aluminum keel stepped mast
  • Mast, Boom & Spreaders stripped to bare metal and primed and painted in 2012
  • Saga Variable Geometry rig
  • Harken Mark II roller furlers on the jib and headsail
  • Self-tacking Harken traveler and blocks, with sheet led aft to the cockpit
  • Forespar rigid boom vang
  • Forespar 13-24 whisker pole mounted on front of mast
  • Navtec solid stainless steel rod standing rigging
  • Harken backstay adjuster on a split backstay
  • Harken Battcar track and slides provide low-friction raising and lowering of the main
  • Spinnaker halyard
  • Lazy jacks for deck and cockpit
  • Harken “Big Boat” 4:1 mainsheet traveler system
  • All Torlon and Delrin bearings in BattCars and both travelers replaced - 2012
  • Mid-boom sheeting
  • Main halyard, two sets of reefing points, main traveler control lines, main and self-tending jib sheets and boom vang lines are led aft to the safety of the cockpit beneath a carapace, keeping them from underfoot to reduce trip hazards while on deck and protecting them from the elements
  • Quantum full batten main w/2 reefing points – New 2010
  • Quantum 130% crosscut genoa – New 2010
  • Doyle Sails 95% self-tacking jib (new 2015)
  • North NorLam self-tacking 95% jib (original)
  • Neil Pryde Asymmetrical spinnaker with sock and all lines
  • Three Ronstan-Nicro RF6730 snatch blocks for spinnaker
  • MackPack mainsail cover – New 2019
  • 2 Harken 53.2 self-tailing two-speed primary winches
  • 1 Harken 40.2 self-tailing two-speed electric halyard winch on house top
  • 1 Harken 40.2 self-tailing two-speed winch on house top
  • 2 Harken 32.2 self-tailing two-speed winches on mast
  • 3 Spinlock line clutches on mast
  • 9 Spinlock line clutches on house top
  • 1 Spinlock line clutch at starboard aft deck for boom preventer
  • Three winch handles- two regular, one speed-grip
  • 2 Storage wells at mast base for winch handle storage/halyard tails
  • Winch handle holder by companionway
  • All rigging was inspected in 2012, all rigging was found to be in great shape but as a preventative measure all was reheaded.

Heads, Plumbing and Water Systems

  • Molded fiberglass space for easy wipe down
  • Molded fiberglass sole for safe footing
  • Cabinets are laminate with cherry trim
  • Molded scallop shell sink with soap dish
  • Moen two handle hot & cold faucet
  • Adjustable shower wand on bar with dedicated hot & cold mixer
  • Whale automatic shower sump pump
  • Marine toilet
  • Separate shower stall with radiused acrylic shower door (aft head only)
  • Molded fiberglass shower seat
  • Electric shower sump pump with float switch
  • Groco Model K-H Deluxe Marine Toilet with house sized bowl and seat
  • 32 gallon holding tank
  • Jabsco electric macerator pump for direct overboard discharge when appropriate
  • Y- valve for overboard/holding tank discharge
  • Cherry framed mirror
  • 120 gallons of water capacity in two tanks
  • Aqua Jet fresh water pump – New 2014
  • Water tank selector manifold H/C pressure water
  • Groco PST-1 accumulator tank – New 2014
  • U.S. Marine Gauge with Flexi-Sensors for both water tanks
  • Attwood 11 gallon hot water heater – New 2009
  • Hot water heater can be run off the battery bank through the inverter, by heat exchanger from engine or 120 volt shore power
  • Cockpit shower, hot and cold water
  • Jabsco quick-disconnect anchor wash down pump (2023)
  • Rule 2000 Electric bilge pump
  • Whale Gusher manual bilge pump in cockpit
  • Whale Gusher manual bilge pump in main saloon below cabin sole for operation from below (new 2019) with all hatches and ports close

Electronics and Electrical

  • 30A shore power connection
  • 50’ 30A shore power cords
  • 50A to 30A AC adaptor
  • Double pole main circuit breakers at AC shore power connections
  • 120V and 12v electrical distribution panel with hinged panel access
  • AC and DC voltage meters and ammeters
  • Wiring grommets protect wires from chafe where they pass through lockers or bulkheads
  • GFCI protected 120V receptacles throughout
  • Battery test system
  • Reverse polarity indicator
  • Solar panels 2 x 156 W (new 2017) total 312 Watts
  • Carmanah GoPower GPR-25 Solar Regulator panel in aft cabin
  • Six Lifeline GPL-4CT house bank batteries for 660 amps – New 2014
  • Lifeline GPL-31T engine start battery
  • Blue Seas house battery switch
  • Blue Seas starting battery switch
  • Blue Seas battery combiner switch Balmar #70-110, 110 Amp high output alternator
  • Balmar Digital Duo Charge for engine start battery
  • Balmar Max Charge MC-612 house bank battery charger
  • Xantrex battery monitor
  • Xantrex Battery temperature sensor – New 2012
  • Xantrex Freedom SW2012 inverter/100A charger- New 2012
  • 12 Xantrex Xanbus SPC System Control Panel – New 2012
  • Cockpit floor courtesy lighting
  • Cabin floor courtesy lighting
  • Lighted lazarette and engine room
  • 12v receptacles at nav station as well as both cabins
  • Four Hella Turbo fans, one in forward cabin, two in saloon, one in galley
  • Electronics and Navigation Insulated backstay antenna
  • ICOM M-604 VHF radio w/DSC, loudhailer and fog signal
  • ICOM RAM mike in cockpit
  • ICOM IC-M34 waterproof/floating handheld VHF radio
  • ICOM M802 Marine SSB radio, tuner and Pactor III modem (new 2016)
  • Raymarine E125 Hybrid Touch chart plotter with C-Map and Lighthouse charts in Navpod at helm (new 2016)
  • Raymarine AIS650 Class B Transceiver (new 2016)
  • Raymarine AIS Splitter 100 antenna splitter (new 2016)
  • Raymarine ITC-5 and Seatalk NG data bus (new 2016)
  • Raymarine ST70 multifunction display in Navpod at helm (new 2016)
  • Raymarine Quantum broadband radar mounted on radar arch (new 2016)
  • Navionics Platinum & Gold charts
  • Raymarine SR-6 Sirius Weather at chartplotter with Sirius radio channels
  • Shakespeare SRA 40 Sirius antenna
  • Raymarine ST8001 autopilot 
  • Raymarine ST8000R hand held autopilot remote
  • Lewmar Direct Drive auto pilot drive
  • Raymarine i70 Multifunction display at bulkhead – New 2012
  • Raymarine i70 wind speed and direction – New 2010
  • Raymarine ST50 speed
  • Raymarine ST60 depth
  • Rogue Wave 800mW (+29dBm) output power, Wi-Fi amplifier mounted at mast top
  • Toshiba 18” HD flat screen TV with DVD player
  • Kenwood Excelon KDC X496 Radio - AM/FM/CD/iPod/USB – New 2012
  • Poly Planar saloon speakers
  • Poly Planar cockpit speaker

Additional Items

  • Edson outboard motor pad mounted at aft rail
  • MOM rescue module mounted on aft rail (new 2015)
  • Lifesling 2 and Plastimo overboard rescue system
  • Magma Newport LPG barbecue grill on side rail with cover - New 2012
  • Storage sleeves for six 1 lb. propane canisters in vented lockers
  • Propane hose to connect Magma grill to 20 lb tanks
  • Five cup holders at pedestal
  • Dock lines, fenders and fender boards
  • Harken Premium Bosuns’ chair
  • Stainless steel emergency tiller
  • Equipment manuals – Printed and PDF files
  • Seth Thomas clock & barometer
  • Para Tech 72” drogue with deployment line
  • Chrome plated bronze ships bell with bracket at pedestal

WINDRESS is a fine example of the comfortable and capable Saga 43. A well-rounded cruising boat, suitable for both coastal and offshore sailing. The Saga 43 is well built, fast and efficient. Brewer Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by East Coast Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

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The Saga 43 Sailboat Specs & Key Performance Indicators

The Saga 43, a double-headed masthead sloop, was designed by Robert Perry and built in Canada by Saga Yachts.

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Published Specification for the Saga 43

Underwater Profile:  Bulb fin keel and spade rudder

Hull Material:  GRP

Length Overall:  43'3" (13.2m)

Waterline Length:  38'11" (11.9m)

Beam:  12'0" (3.7m)

Draft:  6'3" (1.9m)

Rig Type:  Masthead sloop

Displacement:  19,842lb (9,000kg)

Designer:  Robert Perry

Builder:  Saga Yachts (Canada)

Year First Built:  1996

Number Built:  55

Published Design Ratios for the Saga 43

Sail Area/Displacement Rati o:  20.9

Ballast/Displacement Ratio:  39.3

Displacement/Length Ratio:  150

Comfort Ratio:  27.9

Capsize Screening Formula:   1.8

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Summary Analysis of the Design Ratios for the Saga 43

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1. A Sail Area/Displacement Ratio of 20.9 suggests that, in the right hands, the Saga 43 will have enough performance to leave most other sailboats of similar waterline length well astern. 

2. A Ballast/Displacement Ratio of 39.3 would usually mean that the Saga 43 would have a tendency to heel excessively in a gust, and need to be reefed early to keep her sailing upright in a moderate breeze.

However, as she carries much of her ballast concentrated in a bulb at the foot of the keel, she's likely to be considerably stiffer than her published Ballast/Displacement Ratio might suggest.

3. A Displacement/Length Ratio of 150, tells us the Saga 43 is clearly a light displacement sailboat. If she's loaded with too much heavy cruising gear her performance will suffer to a degree.

4. Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio of 27.9 suggests that crew comfort of a Saga 43 in a seaway is similar to what you would associate with the motion of a coastal cruiser with moderate stability, which is not encouraging news for anyone prone to seasickness. 

5. The Capsize Screening Formula (CSF) of 1.8 tells us that a Saga 43 would be a safer choice of sailboat for an ocean passage than one with a CSF of more than 2.0. 

Saga 43 Sailboat: A Fast and Efficient Cruiser

If you are looking for a performance cruiser that can handle bluewater sailing, you might want to check out the Saga 43 sailing boat. This is a boat that was designed by Robert Perry, one of the most respected naval architects in the industry, with a specific purpose: to combine speed, comfort and function in a sleek package. The Saga 43 yacht has a lot of features that make it stand out from other cruisers in its class. Here are some of the main aspects of this boat:

Overview The Saga 43 is a 43-foot masthead sloop that was first launched in 1996 by Saga Marine, a Canadian company founded by Allan Poole, a former manager of CS Yachts and Tartan Yachts. The boat was designed to appeal to owners who value performance and efficiency, as well as spaciousness and quality. The boat has a fine entry, with beam carried well forward, giving it a long waterline that increases speed and interior volume. The boat also has a low-profile cabin trunk, a large cockpit, and a wide transom with an integrated swim platform. The boat is steered by a single wheel mounted on a pedestal.

The Saga 43 is powered by a Yanmar diesel engine that delivers 56 hp. The engine is located under the companionway stairs and can be accessed from three sides. The boat has a fuel capacity of 60 gallons and a water capacity of 100 gallons. The boat also has two holding tanks, one for each head.

Accommodation The Saga 43 has a spacious and bright interior that can accommodate up to six people in comfort. The interior is finished in cherry wood and has plenty of storage space and ventilation. The layout consists of two cabins, two heads, a saloon, a galley, and a navigation station.

The forward cabin has a large V-berth with an insert that can be removed to create more space. There are shelves and lockers on both sides of the berth, as well as an overhead hatch and two opening ports. The forward cabin also has an ensuite head with a marine toilet, a sink, and a shower.

The aft cabin has an athwartships double berth that can be accessed from both sides. There are drawers and lockers under the berth, as well as shelves and cabinets on both sides. There is also an overhead hatch and two opening ports for light and air. The aft cabin shares the aft head with the saloon. The aft head has a marine toilet, a sink, and a separate shower stall.

The saloon has an L-shaped settee to port that can be converted into a double berth. There is also a drop-leaf table that can seat up to six people. To starboard, there is another settee that can be used as a single berth. There are cabinets and shelves above the settees, as well as opening ports and hatches.

The galley is located to port of the companionway. It has an L-shaped counter with a double stainless steel sink, a three-burner propane stove with oven, and a top-loading refrigerator/freezer. There is also ample storage space in drawers, cabinets, and lockers.

The navigation station is located to starboard of the companionway. It has a large chart table with an adjustable seat, an electrical panel, and space for instruments and radios.

Hull and Deck The hull of the Saga 43 is made of hand-laid fiberglass with vinylester resin and balsa core. The hull is reinforced with longitudinal stringers and transverse frames. The deck is also made of fiberglass with balsa core and is bonded to the hull with epoxy adhesive and stainless steel bolts. The deck has molded-in nonskid surfaces for safety.

The deck layout of the Saga 43 is designed for easy sailing and comfortable living. The cockpit is large enough for six people to sit comfortably or lounge around. It has two long seats with cushions and backrests, as well as a folding table that can be stored under the helm seat. The cockpit also has a dodger and a bimini that provide shade and protection from the elements. There are two large lockers under the seats that can store sails, lines, fenders, and other gear. There is also a propane locker and a liferaft locker in the transom.

The helm station has a pedestal with a stainless steel wheel, a compass, and engine controls. There are also instruments and displays for speed, depth, wind, autopilot, and GPS. The cockpit has a traveler for the mainsheet and two winches for the jib sheets. There are also two more winches on the cabin top for the halyards and reefing lines. All the lines are led aft to the cockpit through rope clutches for convenience.

The deck has wide side decks that allow easy access to the bow and stern. The bow has a double anchor roller, an electric windlass, and a chain locker. There is also a bow pulpit with two seats and a stainless steel rail. The stern has a sugar scoop transom with a swim ladder and a shower. There is also a stern pulpit with a stainless steel rail and davits for a dinghy.

Mast and Rigging The mast and rigging of the Saga 43 are designed to provide optimal performance and ease of use.The mast is made of aluminum and is deck-stepped on a compression post. The boom is also made of aluminum and has an outhaul, a vang, and a preventer. 

Keel and Rudder The keel and rudder of the Saga 43 are designed to provide stability, maneuverability, and performance. The keel is a fin keel with a bulb that lowers the center of gravity and reduces drag. The keel is made of cast iron with lead ballast. The keel is bolted to the hull with stainless steel bolts that are accessible from inside the boat.

The balanced rudder provides good steering response and control. The rudder is made of fiberglass with foam core and stainless steel stock. The rudder stock passes through a self-aligning bearing at the hull bottom and another bearing at the cockpit sole. The rudder has an emergency tiller that can be accessed from the cockpit.

Conclusion The Saga 43 sailboat is a boat that offers a lot of advantages for recreational sailors who want to cruise fast and comfortably. It has a sleek design, a spacious interior, a large cockpit, and a simple but efficient rig.

The above text was drafted by sailboat-cruising.com using GPT-4 (OpenAI’s large-scale language-generation model) as a research assistant to develop source material; we believe it to be accurate to the best of our knowledge.

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We have come across a couple of Saga 43s in the last two years. I can’t say we have made a close evaluation, but they do seem like nice boats with good and moderate lines, that avoid the problems caused by excessive beam , particularly aft. The designer, Bob Perry , has a history of wholesome offshore boats under his belt going back to the classic Valiant 40 .

Based on a brief tour of one Saga, the deck layout and fittings appeared seamanlike and the interior well thought out. The boat we were on had two heads, which is just a waste of space in a 43’ boat. Having said that, the forward head could easily be converted to a work shop and storage area, and the boat can also be bought in a single head configuration.

Both of the two owners we met said to stay away from some of the early Saga 43s with the very shallow draft option (no longer offered) and opt for a deeper keel.

This is not, by any stretch of the imagination, a cheap boat, but the prices they command on the second hand market do indicate that the boats are good value.

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Dick Stevenson

Hi John, I just came across this evaluation and agree with your conclusions. I had followed the design development of the Saga 43 for a year or so and went to the 1998 (9?) Annapolis boat show with the intention of seeing in depth the then new Saga 43 and perhaps moving to buy one for our live-aboard plans. The manufacturer was very accommodating and informative and I spent hours poking around the boat seeing most everything that did not need a tool to get to. My conclusion: good design with some significant execution issues. I shared this with the manufacturer as he was so gracious and he wrote back saying they had made and were making improvements. At the show, we then went to a Valiant 42 and found the answers we were looking for in this more mature design and long run of construction. Our main concern in buying a used V-42 was speed and sailing ability and it has proved more than adequate for our needs though, as you correctly point out, a Saga 43 sails fast. A few years later we dined on a new Saga 43 (in the Bahamas) whose owners had worked hand-in-hand with the manufacturer to get the boat they wanted: most or all of the concerns I had were well addressed and the owners indicated that the changes made were being incorporated in all the boats. Years later met up again in Turkey, and they continued to be very pleased with their boat. They reported impressive passage times. I do not know how many were eventually made or how they have held up over the years, but I would suspect that a Saga 43 made after the bugs were exposed, would make an excellent used boat to buy and take its crew safely and fast most anywhere. My best, Dick Stevenson, s/v Alchemy

John Harries

Thanks for the confirmation and added information on the boat. I got interested and took a look at the listings. The later models seem to be running around $200K which seems to indicate that they have held their value well.

The other thought I had is I wonder how many people who buy a 30-40 year old boat for a sub $100K price and then refit it, spend even more, when all is said and done, than for one of these Sagas. I know that was Poor Stupid Bob’s experience, when we adjust for inflation: https://www.morganscloud.com/2012/03/17/are-refits-worth-it/

Rob Cochran

I spoke with a former Saga 43 owner after I had a viewing of one I was considering for purchase. A couple of concerns were rudder bearing undersized, mast step not manufactured to design specs (builder’s fault not Bob’s) and a major keel/hull repair on a Pacific passage as the keel bolts loosened wreaking havoc. Another comment was the boat was a bit tender and does not track well requiring more attention than desirable on a boat making long passages, with the self-steering gear working overtime and the need to reef often. The owner did mention a racing background that influenced this purchase originally.

On the other hand I spoke with another person that sailed the Atlantic in both directions as delivery crew on a Saga 43 with great comments on the passages.

This boat does appear to be ocean capable, with some attention in specific areas, as the above passages indicate.

Dick, I am interested in, if you recall, what “significant execution issues” you found on the Saga 43 you inspected. John, The boat I saw is advertised as a centre board version – 7′ 6″ down and 5’6 up. I have not found information online about this option. Other than the very shallow draft option of the early boats is there any other reason that you have heard to stay away from some of the early Saga 43s? This offering is from 1996 which would most likely make it one of the early builds.

This is my first comment on this site please let me know if this passes the AAC comment guidelines and I have not violated item #3 “Not a forum”. Thanks.

Yes, totally what comments are for: discussing the topic of the post above. Also, anytime someone asks a question I’m well disposed toward their comment even if it’s a bit off topic, since with a question we have a situation that can be improved, always worth my and other’s time. Where I get a bit testy is when comment threads spin off into a bunch of unrelated position statements, particularly when they have been stated scores of times before.

On the Saga, I really don’t know any more about the boat beyond what I wrote above.

One thing I would say is having sailed 1000s of miles on one, (F&C 44) I’m not a fan of keel-centreboard boats. To me, if you are going to have the complications of a board, go the whole hog and get a Boreal or Ovni. So if I were looking at Saga 43s I would be holding out for a deep draft one.

If you are serious about a Saga, what I would advise is talking to the man himself, Bob Perry. He will know all about the different models and have some idea of quality variability issues over the life of the production run. Well worth what he charges.

Bob Perry, in conversation with Andy Schell (podcast) and in forum comments, gave the same advice about the deep draft version. He was happy about the sailing characteristics but thought quality of build was not what it could have been. The Saga I saw was a nice looking boat and only a few hours drive from my home north of Toronto. However I will blink the hearts out of my eyes and keep looking.

As I am in the early days of boat hunting, and have time, I find myself in the “sail away offshore cruising boat for $100 000” stage. However the more I read about worst case scenarios with fiberglass boats, (bulkhead bonding, deck/hull joint issues, keels and keel bolts, rudder failures and bearing issues, deficient mast steps, cored hulls, delamination, etc.), the more aluminum construction sounds appealing. I need to learn more about the worst case scenarios with aluminum to compare.

Your work and Colin’s on AAC plus a video tour of Charlie Doane’s boat has sold me on the Boreal as an ideal cruising boat! Unfortunately not in the budget at the moment.

An older Ovni (36, 395, 43/435) may be attainable while still keeping the house. When the time comes I plan to hire the professional to assist in avoiding novice mistakes. In the meantime I will continue to get more experience sailing other people’s boats, learn about characteristics of as many different boats as possible and work on my seasickness strategies (gravol my go to).

Maybe a trip to France to hang around their boat yards is in order (not many Ovnis on the market close to home)? Boat buying tourism sounds like a thing!

Thanks for your site. The best reference I have found online.

Sounds like a plan. That said, aluminium is not a panacea either. And Ovni’s have had their own problems with keels and rudders. For example Colin has been through two keel rams on his 435.

More on the care of aluminium here: https://www.morganscloud.com/2017/11/11/22-aluminum-boat-care-tips-part-1/

Richard Elder

Hi Rob Before you (or anybody) decides to spend the next 5-7 years saving money for what you believe is the perfect boat (Boreal) or even worse, building the perfect boat there is something you absolutely must do first. Cross an ocean!

Not an un-Obtainable goal! Here are several ways to make it happen:

Offshore Passage Opportunities: https://www.sailopo.com/h1.aspx 59 North Sailing: https://www.59-north.com/ Mahina Expeditions: http://www.mahina.com/ John Kretschmer: https://johnkretschmersailing.com/ ROAM: https://sailsurfroam.com/

Marc Dacey

I strongly recommend this. Both my wife and I have done (collectively) four saltwater deliveries as crew, two coastal and two offshore. We did them separately for “worst-case” reasons and because we wanted different experiences, which we got, in spades. In addition, we’ve both taken RYA courses. This has sharpened our skills and given us “real-life” experience about what it’s like to live aboard a boat in passagemaking conditions.

You want to do this to ensure you are on the right path BEFORE you plow money (estimate you’d spend a lot more than you’d think, everyone does) into the boat you think is right today. It’s entirely possible, having been to sea without the prospect of a dock in, say, a week or three, that what you want and/or need might be quite different from what you would choose today. I know the 59 North people and have met Kretschmer: both are good choices and a couple of grand thrown at them now could save you tens of grand later on.

Yes Richard and Marc that is the best advice, experience sailing other peoples’ boats first for sure and working with role models and mentors. OPO is my next goal, just trying to line up my schedule.

Add Ocean Crew Link by World Cruising Club to your list. Through them I experienced my first two offshore, non-stop passages the first double handed from Nassau to Annapolis (Lord Nelson 41) and the other the first leg of the ARC USA Nanny Cay, BVI to Bermuda (Hallberg-Rassey 42). This is how I got hooked! (even though I experienced 3 days of sea sickness on the second trip I still completed all of my watches and want to keep cruising. Reminds me of my teenage years swearing never to drink again after a bad hangover only to do it all over again the next weekend!)

To get the experience of sailing the Strait of Georgia from Vancouver to Vancouver Island I enrolled in a Sail Canada 5 day live-aboard Intermediate cruising course. To further refine my skills I completed Sail Canada’s Basic Cruising instructor course. One of my evaluators is a professional skipper, mentor and role model. In 2024 she will be the first Canadian woman to race in the Vendee Globe!

Now I need to increase my offshore experience. OPO seems to be my best option at this time. An Atlantic crossing is definitely on the list. Having passed on an offer to sail to the Azores from Bermuda I feel there is unfinished business. 🙂

I spoke with Andy and Mia and John and Amanda at the Toronto boat show and agree their programs are great options that I am also considering.

Andy Schell’s On the Wind Sailing podcast is where I heard about the Saga 43 during his conversation with designer Bob Perry. This is what caught my initial interest with the Saga 43.

Too many different boat options on the used market is overwhelming! I will continue to build my experience and hire a professional to help guide me when the time is closer.

Hi Rob, It has been almost 20 years. I went to the Annapolis Boat Show specifically to see the Saga 43. I thought, still think, the design was excellent: it was like a smaller version of the Sundeers which were out of my range. It was hull # 1 and the manufacturer was the rep on board who let me poke around, take minor stuff apart to look behind stuff which I did for hours. For that hull it was details that stood out: drawers that when pulled out more than ½ way over balanced, tipped to 45 degrees and spilled their contents, the pulpit was very shaky and a number of items of that ilk. We worried that it was indicative of slipshod attention to details in other areas. The rep was so accommodating I wished to give him feedback as to why we were not considering his boat. He graciously wrote me back, acknowledging that he agreed with my areas of concern and said that new boats were addressing those concerns. I believe that to be the case. I wonder whether the boat you mention could be that hull # 1. Years later, we spent time with a later hull number Saga 43 whose experienced owners had basically worked very closely with the manufacturer to get the details right. They were very happy with their boat, already had a lot of miles and an ocean crossing on it and years living aboard. I believe all subsequent Sagas benefitted from that collaboration, but I do not know what their hull number was. Good luck with your search. My best, Dick Stevenson, s/v Alchemy

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43' Saga 43

New to market, year: 1998 current price: us$ 159,900 located in portsmouth, ri hull material: fiberglass engine/fuel type: single diesel yw# 80211-3211398, description.

Looking for a high quality, fast, fun coast cruiser that is equally suited to life as blue water cruiser? Look no further. The Bob Perry designed Saga 43 is described by Perry as designed to be a legitimate fast cruiser that would combine elements from racing trends with a long waterline that increases speed and interior volume," says Perry. "Most cruisers are designed inside out, but not here. We wanted to appeal to an owner who knows performance. We started with a big cockpit that would be comfortable and ease the task of managing the boat. We wanted a better balance between spaces on deck and below." He hit his mark with this beauty. So easy to handle and experienced sailor can solo or a couple can easily cruise to all their dream destinations. The cabin boasts a huge galley, to large heads, to private cabins along with two additional berths in the salon, a nav station and plenty of room to stretch out and relax. The Northern Lights Generator will keep you powered up and the A/C will keep you cool while on the hook or mooring. Don't want to run the genset all the time no worries let the Heart Interface Freedom 10 inverter/charger do its job. Out on deck you will find a hand new Garmin GPS to get you where your going, Hood Dacron Mainsail, Genoa, and self-tacking jib.

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Saga 43 is a 43 ′ 2 ″ / 13.2 m monohull sailboat designed by Robert Perry and built by Saga Marine starting in 1996.

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Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

  • SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
  • D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
  • LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
  • LOA: Length overall in feet
  • Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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WINDRESS43' Saga 43 1997

WINDRESS is a fine example of the comfortable and capable Saga 43. A well-rounded cruising boat, suitable for both coastal and offshore sailing. The Saga 43 is well built, fast and efficient.

Specifications

  • Price USD: $ 186,000

Georgetown , Maine, United States

  • LOA: 43 ft 3 in
  • Display Length: 43 ft
  • Water Capacity: 120 gals
  • Fuel Capacity: 88 gals
  • Engine Details: Yanmar 4JH2E
  • Engine 1: 1997 3065.00 HRS 50.00 HP
  • Engine Fuel: Diesel
  • Days on Market: INQUIRE

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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.

Saga 43 - WINDRESS

The Saga 43 is a masthead sloop designed by Robert Perry and built by Saga Marine. She is a fast and efficient cruiser that is also comfortable and spacious. She sails well to windward and is very stable in a seaway.

Her fine entry and long waterline gives her good performance in all conditions. Her plumb bow and broad stern provides further stability and comfort. 

The Saga 43 can accommodate up to six people in comfort. Two cabins, two heads, a main salon, a galley, and a navigation station. The cabins are spacious and well-appointed, with cherry wood cabinetry and plenty of storage space. The heads are also spacious with showers and molded sinks which are easy to clean.

The salon is a comfortable place to relax and entertain guests, with a large table and seating for up to six people. The galley is well-equipped with all the necessary appliances for cooking and baking. The navigation station is located forward of the galley and has plenty of space for charts and electronics.

The Saga 43 is a popular choice for cruising sailors and is known for its good performance, comfort, and quality construction.

Accommodations

As you descend through Windress's companionway, you're greeted with a hand crafted, satin-varnished cherry interior. Directly to starboard is her large wrap-around  galley  with Corian countertops, chest refrigerator and freezer, gimbaled 3-burner Force 10 LPG stove with oven, microwave, deep, double basin stainless steel sink, dedicated waste basket locker, 2 opening ports and overhead ventilation hatch and ample utensil drawers and storage outboard. 

Immediately to port is the vessel's  aft cabin . This guest stateroom is composed of a substantial 6'7" x 6'2" berth that may be used fore & aft or athwartship, cedar-lined hanging locker, bureau and drawers, plush 4" foam berth cushion, beautiful hull battens, 2 opening ports, 1 vent hatch and the vessel's battery selection switches. 

Continuing forward along the port side is the  head  compartment. This cabin is built with a seamless molded head/shower unit. The separate shower stall has a curved, sliding acrylic door. The vanity sink, mirror, storage cabinets, toothbrush and cup holder, toilet paper holder, soap dish and head are aft relative to the shower stall. There's ample natural light and ventilation in this head.  

Just forward of the galley is the dedicated, outboard facing  navigation station : composed of a chart table with storage tray, chart light, electronics cabinet and shelf, excellently organized electrical distribution panel and single, articulating seat. 

In the spacious  main salon t here is a settee berth to either hull side, plush 5" cushions in light yellow upholstery, each with lee cloths, a drop-leaf table with storage in the center section and convenient drawers below, lockers and bookshelves for additional outboard storage and overhead grab rails all within easy reach. The vessel's domestic tankage are located below these salon settees. 

The  forward cabin  is privately situated forward of the salon and is equipped with a large, comfortable 6'5"x57" Pullman berth with inner spring cushions. Bookshelf, cedar-lined hanging lockers, storage cabinets, dresser drawers and head forward with vanity, mirror, overhead ventilation hatch w/Skyshade and two opening ports.

General Construction

  • SAGA White hull with double waterline stripes.
  • Deck contrasting two-tone white/beige with molded in nonskid surfaces.
  • Lloyd’s approved Martinply® custom woven Kevlar® through 100% of the hull using post-cured premium grade vinylester resin and vacuum cored throughout the laminate. 
  • Premium grade resins, including vinylester laminates and ISO-NPG gelcoat for added strength, osmosis protection and gloss retention. 
  • BALTEK™ aircraft grade balsa coring in hull and deck.
  • Core is voided or replaced with high density backing plates in areas of through-hulls or deck hardware attachment.
  • Structural bulkheads and furniture components fully bonded to hull and deck Thru-bolted Hull/deck joint (4” centers) with polyurethane adhesive sealant.
  • Aluminum slotted toerail with PVC rubrail for full length hullside protection.
  • Sub-floor framing structure, utilizing bi-directional E-Glass reinforcements.
  • External, cast lead-antimony keel attached with double row of 1" keel bolts.
  • Deep keel sump to lower Center of gravity & contain bilge water.
  • TIDES MARINE™ Low friction, self-aligning rudder bearings.
  • Stainless steel, 4" diameter rudder shaft, welded substructure.
  • Balanced rudder design for fingertip control.
  • Single Side Band radio counterpoise molded in hull (copper strap & screen)
  • The exterior is tropics friendly, with no exterior teak to maintain. NO exterior bright work to maintain! Fiberglass and stainless only.
  • Yanmar 4JH2E engine with 3065 hours
  • New engine starter installed 2023
  • Groco ARG raw water filter w/ Groco SNV safety seacock adaptor for easy engine flush
  • Edson steering pedestal with Teleflex/Morse single lever engine control
  • Edson stainless steel leather wrapped five spoke helm wheel
  • Wheel brake
  • Ritchie Navigator FN 201 compass mounted on binnacle
  • Dual Racor 500MA fuel filters
  • Primary engine fuel filter mounted forward for easy access
  • Vetus non-corrosive plastic exhaust system
  • 1 1⁄4” solid stainless steel shaft with bronze strut
  • Strong dripless, self-aligning shaft seal (new 2015)
  • Autostream 3-blade stainless steel feathering propeller
  • Two fuel tanks totaling 88 gallons provide over 600 NM range under power- New 2019
  • Both fuel tanks have sumps with sample tubes for removal of contaminates/water

Hull and Deck

  • Double stainless steel bow rollers extend well forward of the bow
  • 65 # Mantus primary anchor with 150’ of 5/16” high tensile chain and 200’ 8-Plait rode spliced to chain
  • 44# Bruce anchor at bow with 50’ of 5/16” high tensile chain with 125’ of 1⁄2” three strand nylon rode spliced to chain
  • Spare Fortress FX-23 anchor with assembly tools and Stowaway Bag
  • Mantis anchor line snubber
  • Lewmar V2 anchor windlass with 5/16” gypsy for chain and rode manual kit (new 2016)
  • Up and down foot switches for windlass
  • Cockpit windlass remote
  • Cockpit Cushions (new 2023)
  • Dual hawse pipes
  • Jabsco quick-disconnect anchor wash down pump with New Found Metals deck outlet
  • Coil hose and spray nozzle for wash down system
  • Divided chain locker
  • Seven mooring cleats- 2 bow, 2 amidships, 2 stern and 1 on the transomSlotted aluminum toe rail
  • 30” stainless steel double bow rail
  • 30” high non-coated lifelines
  • Port and starboard lifeline gates
  • 30” high stern rail goes gate to gate for added safety
  • 4” diameter stainless steel rudder stock
  • Low friction rudder stock bearings and a balanced rudder design provide a very light, responsive feel to the helm
  • All below waterline thru-hulls are 1⁄4 turn Marelon ball valves, requiring no grounding and non-corrosive
  • All thru-hulls are labeled
  • Heavy gauge copper wire bonding system
  • Stainless steel arch with integral dinghy davit system
  • Swim platform with swim ladder
  • Fiberglass transom door
  • Walk thru transom for ease of boarding and safety- MOB retrieval is simple with the electric winch
  • Three transom handles for aid in boarding
  • Safety bars at mast
  • Dodger with side and aft grab rails – New 2019
  • Bimini with connector to dodger, both have 40 gauge double polished vinyl windows and added grab rail above helm with leather cover (new 2019)
  • Locking acrylic hatch boards
  • Custom companionway teak screen doors with acrylic panels for cooler weather
  • Custom Sunbrella/vinyl window companionway cover
  • 7’6” long, deep sculpted cockpit seats provide great back support and good sleeping under the stars
  • Self-draining line organizer/storage boxes molded into the cockpit coamings
  • Dedicated self-draining life raft locker
  • Dedicated, USCG approved, vented locker for dinghy gasoline storage
  • Gas-assist cockpit locker lids
  • Four cockpit pad eyes for jack lines
  • Deck pad eyes for jack lines
  • Four stainless steel dorades with stainless steel guards
  • Centerline folding custom teak cockpit table with large stainless steel grab bar and foot brace
  • Sunbrella table cover with fleece lining to protect varnished teak table
  • Sunbrella pedestal/wheel cover
  • Four fixed lights
  • Nine opening ports with screens
  • Seven opening hatches with screens
  • 3 piece winter cove
  • Nova Cool LT200 12v refrigeration w/dual evaporator plates
  • Technautics Cool Blue 12v freezer w/ stainless steel cold plate
  • Acurite refrigerator/freezer wireless digital temperature sensors and display
  • Corian countertops
  • Double stainless steel sinks
  • Single lever hot & cold pressure water faucet with pull-out sprayer wand
  • Whale manual fresh water foot pump - New 2014
  • Force 10 - 3 burner stove with broiler and thermostatically controlled oven - New 2012
  • Two 20# LPG tanks in vented propane locker
  • Propane solenoid switch and leak sensor in galley
  • Stainless steel safety bar
  • Galley belt for safety working underway
  • Tip-out trash bin

Sails and Rigging

  • Offshore Spars double spreader aluminum keel stepped mast
  • Mast, Boom & Spreaders stripped to bare metal and primed and painted in 2012
  • Saga Variable Geometry rig
  • Harken Mark II roller furlers on the jib and headsail
  • Self-tacking Harken traveler and blocks, with sheet led aft to the cockpit
  • Forespar rigid boom vang
  • Forespar 13-24 whisker pole mounted on front of mast
  • Navtec solid stainless steel rod standing rigging
  • Harken backstay adjuster on a split backstay
  • Harken Battcar track and slides provide low-friction raising and lowering of the main
  • Spinnaker halyard
  • Lazy jacks for deck and cockpit
  • Harken “Big Boat” 4:1 mainsheet traveler system
  • All Torlon and Delrin bearings in BattCars and both travelers replaced - 2012
  • Mid-boom sheeting
  • Main halyard, two sets of reefing points, main traveler control lines, main and self-tending jib sheets and boom vang lines are led aft to the safety of the cockpit beneath a carapace, keeping them from underfoot to reduce trip hazards while on deck and protecting them from the elements
  • Quantum full batten main w/2 reefing points – New 2010
  • Quantum 130% crosscut genoa – New 2010
  • Doyle Sails 95% self-tacking jib (new 2015)
  • North NorLam self-tacking 95% jib (original)
  • Neil Pryde Asymmetrical spinnaker with sock and all lines
  • Three Ronstan-Nicro RF6730 snatch blocks for spinnaker
  • MackPack mainsail cover – New 2019
  • 2 Harken 53.2 self-tailing two-speed primary winches
  • 1 Harken 40.2 self-tailing two-speed electric halyard winch on house top
  • 1 Harken 40.2 self-tailing two-speed winch on house top
  • 2 Harken 32.2 self-tailing two-speed winches on mast
  • 3 Spinlock line clutches on mast
  • 9 Spinlock line clutches on house top
  • 1 Spinlock line clutch at starboard aft deck for boom preventer
  • Three winch handles- two regular, one speed-grip
  • 2 Storage wells at mast base for winch handle storage/halyard tails
  • Winch handle holder by companionway
  • All rigging was inspected in 2012, all rigging was found to be in great shape but as a preventative measure all was reheaded.

Heads, Plumbing and Water Systems

  • Molded fiberglass space for easy wipe down
  • Molded fiberglass sole for safe footing
  • Cabinets are laminate with cherry trim
  • Molded scallop shell sink with soap dish
  • Moen two handle hot & cold faucet
  • Adjustable shower wand on bar with dedicated hot & cold mixer
  • Whale automatic shower sump pump
  • Marine toilet
  • Separate shower stall with radiused acrylic shower door (aft head only)
  • Molded fiberglass shower seat
  • Electric shower sump pump with float switch
  • Groco Model K-H Deluxe Marine Toilet with house sized bowl and seat
  • 32 gallon holding tank
  • Jabsco electric macerator pump for direct overboard discharge when appropriate
  • Y- valve for overboard/holding tank discharge
  • Cherry framed mirror
  • 120 gallons of water capacity in two tanks
  • Aqua Jet fresh water pump – New 2014
  • Water tank selector manifold H/C pressure water
  • Groco PST-1 accumulator tank – New 2014
  • U.S. Marine Gauge with Flexi-Sensors for both water tanks
  • Attwood 11 gallon hot water heater – New 2009
  • Hot water heater can be run off the battery bank through the inverter, by heat exchanger from engine or 120 volt shore power
  • Cockpit shower, hot and cold water
  • Jabsco quick-disconnect anchor wash down pump (2023)
  • Rule 2000 Electric bilge pump
  • Whale Gusher manual bilge pump in cockpit
  • Whale Gusher manual bilge pump in main saloon below cabin sole for operation from below (new 2019) with all hatches and ports close

Electronics and Electrical

  • 30A shore power connection
  • 50’ 30A shore power cords
  • 50A to 30A AC adaptor
  • Double pole main circuit breakers at AC shore power connections
  • 120V and 12v electrical distribution panel with hinged panel access
  • AC and DC voltage meters and ammeters
  • Wiring grommets protect wires from chafe where they pass through lockers or bulkheads
  • GFCI protected 120V receptacles throughout
  • Battery test system
  • Reverse polarity indicator
  • Solar panels 2 x 156 W (new 2017) total 312 Watts
  • Carmanah GoPower GPR-25 Solar Regulator panel in aft cabin
  • Six Lifeline GPL-4CT house bank batteries for 660 amps – New 2014
  • Lifeline GPL-31T engine start battery
  • Blue Seas house battery switch
  • Blue Seas starting battery switch
  • Blue Seas battery combiner switch Balmar #70-110, 110 Amp high output alternator
  • Balmar Digital Duo Charge for engine start battery
  • Balmar Max Charge MC-612 house bank battery charger
  • Xantrex battery monitor
  • Xantrex Battery temperature sensor – New 2012
  • Xantrex Freedom SW2012 inverter/100A charger- New 2012
  • 12 Xantrex Xanbus SPC System Control Panel – New 2012
  • Cockpit floor courtesy lighting
  • Cabin floor courtesy lighting
  • Lighted lazarette and engine room
  • 12v receptacles at nav station as well as both cabins
  • Four Hella Turbo fans, one in forward cabin, two in saloon, one in galley
  • Electronics and Navigation Insulated backstay antenna
  • ICOM M-604 VHF radio w/DSC, loudhailer and fog signal
  • ICOM RAM mike in cockpit
  • ICOM IC-M34 waterproof/floating handheld VHF radio
  • ICOM M802 Marine SSB radio, tuner and Pactor III modem (new 2016)
  • Raymarine E125 Hybrid Touch chart plotter with C-Map and Lighthouse charts in Navpod at helm (new 2016)
  • Raymarine AIS650 Class B Transceiver (new 2016)
  • Raymarine AIS Splitter 100 antenna splitter (new 2016)
  • Raymarine ITC-5 and Seatalk NG data bus (new 2016)
  • Raymarine ST70 multifunction display in Navpod at helm (new 2016)
  • Raymarine Quantum broadband radar mounted on radar arch (new 2016)
  • Navionics Platinum & Gold charts
  • Raymarine SR-6 Sirius Weather at chartplotter with Sirius radio channels
  • Shakespeare SRA 40 Sirius antenna
  • Raymarine ST8001 autopilot 
  • Raymarine ST8000R hand held autopilot remote
  • Lewmar Direct Drive auto pilot drive
  • Raymarine i70 Multifunction display at bulkhead – New 2012
  • Raymarine i70 wind speed and direction – New 2010
  • Raymarine ST50 speed
  • Raymarine ST60 depth
  • Rogue Wave 800mW (+29dBm) output power, Wi-Fi amplifier mounted at mast top
  • Toshiba 18” HD flat screen TV with DVD player
  • Kenwood Excelon KDC X496 Radio - AM/FM/CD/iPod/USB – New 2012
  • Poly Planar saloon speakers
  • Poly Planar cockpit speaker

Additional Items

  • Edson outboard motor pad mounted at aft rail
  • MOM rescue module mounted on aft rail (new 2015)
  • Lifesling 2 and Plastimo overboard rescue system
  • Magma Newport LPG barbecue grill on side rail with cover - New 2012
  • Storage sleeves for six 1 lb. propane canisters in vented lockers
  • Propane hose to connect Magma grill to 20 lb tanks
  • Five cup holders at pedestal
  • Dock lines, fenders and fender boards
  • Harken Premium Bosuns’ chair
  • Stainless steel emergency tiller
  • Equipment manuals – Printed and PDF files
  • Seth Thomas clock & barometer
  • Para Tech 72” drogue with deployment line
  • Chrome plated bronze ships bell with bracket at pedestal

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Is the Saga 43 a proper Open Ocean sailboat capable of safe and comfortable circumnavigation? Has anyone completed multiple passages on Saga 43? If so, how does the boat handle in heavy weather? Light winds? Would you choose the Saga 43 again? What are your personal experiences living aboard a Saga 43 for long periods (2-3 years)?  

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I would address your questions to Bob Perry <[email protected]> the designer of the Saga. He has designed a lot of ''serious blue water cruisers'' and seems to speak quite candidly about things. I have had the chance to observe the Saga 43 underway in a number of conditions. They are quite fast on a reach in moderate conditions. They are better than most heavy cruisers in light air and beating but compared to a coastal cruiser are not especially good in light air and don''t point as well as I would have expected from a narrow waterline boat. The one that I am most familiar with has a shoal keel and that may be the problem. They also seem a little tender but that may have been more of a product of sailor error, carrying too much sail for the conditions. I believe that they were developed as a performance long range cruising boat but I have never been convinced that they were successful as such. There just did not seem to be enough storage and the like for serious long distance stuff. I am not a big fan of their rig. I know what they were trying to do but I don''t think it has been successful. The narrow slot between the two headsails means that you have to roll up the forestaysail (genoa/reacher) every time you tack. I think they would have been better off going with a fractional and bigger mainsail and then using a more conventional Code zero with a sock. Jeff  

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An abandoned, burned boat and 2 missing men: South African authorities investigate maritime mystery

CAPE TOWN, South Africa — South African authorities searching for a missing charter boat captain are concerned about possible foul play after they discovered his vessel burned and abandoned on a beach in neighboring Mozambique, but no sign of him or the unknown man who hired him.

The National Sea Rescue Institute raised the alarm over captain John Matambu and his passenger after they didn’t return to Sodwana Bay on South Africa’s northeastern coast on Saturday evening having gone out early that morning.

The charred wreck of Matambu’s speed boat, Magnum Too, was discovered by a search plane on Sunday in the Dobela area of Mozambique, some 170 kilometers (105 miles) up the coast.

“Both men remain missing in unknown circumstances,” the National Sea Rescue Institute said.

Matambu’s cousin told local media that a petrol canister and a medical kit were found near the boat.

The NSRI said some of the circumstances “appear to indicate that foul play may be involved.”

The man who hired Matambu to take him out on the 21-foot (6.4-meter) boat apparently gave false contact details, NSRI spokesperson Craig Lambinon said. The booking was made for a man, his wife and a child, but only the man boarded the boat, Lambinon said.

“Hopes are that this has all been a misunderstanding, and foul play was not involved, but at this stage all possibilities are being examined,” Lambinon told national broadcaster SABC. “The fact that the boat has been found across the border is obviously the difficulty now.”

The NSRI received a report that the boat was spotted at 10 p.m. Saturday night heading north toward Mozambican waters, it said, the last sighting before its charred hull was discovered the following day.

The Police Sea Borderline Control agency and the Police Search and Rescue unit are also involved in the search. Authorities described Matambu as a well-known, experienced and respected boat captain in Sodwana Bay.

AP Africa news: https://apnews.com/hub/africa

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Release Date Of “V Rising 1.0: The Ultimate Vampire Survival Saga” Is Finally Here

V Rising, the captivating vampire survival adventure, has been captivating gamers since its early access debut in early 2022.

Now, it’s set to embrace its full release on PC, followed shortly by a debut on PS5, with hints of expanding to other platforms down the line.

Drawing comparisons to the likes of Diablo and Valheim, this isometric survival saga intertwines base-building mechanics with immersive open-world skirmishes, all within a narrative-rich RPG framework.

Unlike conventional vampire tales where players typically vanquish the undead, V Rising flips the script, casting players as newly awakened vampires striving to ascend to the echelons of vampiric royalty akin to Dracula himself.

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The journey ahead for V Rising promises to be nothing short of exhilarating. After the highly anticipated full version 1.0 launch, the game will make its mark on PS5, with further expansions already in the pipeline.

Check out the latest Release Date Trailer from Level Infinite:

Moreover, the endgame PvP dynamics are set to intensify, with the coveted Shards transitioning from static structures to portable necklaces, ripe for pilfering by cunning adversaries.

Mark your calendars for May 8, 2024 , as V Rising emerges from its cocoon of early access, spreading its wings in full splendor on the PC gaming landscape.

Following a two-year odyssey of iteration and refinement guided by player feedback, the game is primed to make its grand debut on Steam.

Priced at $19.99 USD , V Rising offers a tantalizing array of packs and DLCs for those seeking even more immersive experiences.

The forthcoming 1.0 release heralds a slew of enhancements, notably transforming the endgame PvP dynamics with the introduction of wearable Shards, inviting players to engage in high-stakes skirmishes for supremacy.

Recent updates have also revamped the Spellbook, categorizing spells into three tiers based on complexity, alongside other progressive tweaks. You can check the Announcement trailer in above clip.

Under the hood, optimizations to the game engine promise smoother performance, complemented by an overhaul of cosmetic customizations, ensuring that players can truly make their mark in the vampiric realm.

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