b 38 sailboat

B38 is the outcome of the research into short handed, generous cockpit, high performance and stylish yachts.

The result is a very fast boat easy to handle combined with a high sailing performance.

Lenght O.A: 11.66 m Max Beam: 2.75 m Draft: 2.25 m Displacement: 4.500 kg Ballast: 2.200 kg Main Sail Areal: 55 mq Jib Area: 27 mq Fuel Capacity: 100 lt Water Capacity: 100 lt

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Comfort and ease of use are ensured by her well-designed hydraulic system. Maneuvering this boat is a simple task. The clean cockpit layout is an innovation which sets new standards for the comfort of helmsman and guests. 

The interior has comfortable sofas close to the companionway and fiberglass cabinets with a sink to port and the 12 volt fridge to starboard. Marine head with a holding tank is available as an option. 

2023 B-Yachts B38

B38 is the outcome of the research into short handed, generous cockpit, high performance and stylish yachts. The result is a very fast boat easy to handle combined with a high sailing performance. Comfort and ease of use are ensured by her well-designed hydraulic system. Maneuvering this boat is a simple task. The clean cockpit layout is an innovation which sets new standards for the comfort of helmsman and guests. The interior has comfortable sofas close to the companionway and fiberglass cabinets with a sink to port and the 12 volt fridge to starboard. Marine head with a holding tank is available as an option. 

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Beneteau 38 Sailboat – A High-Performing Boat

Beneteau Oceanis 38 is a 38-foot performance cruiser that shares much of the good angular looks with the rest of the Oceanis series. But its interior design breaks new ground and presents a living space like no other. The Oceanis 38’s construction is simply one-of-a-kind. From the hard chines (flowing from well forward to aft) to the considerable beam and twin wheels through to the fiberglass arch laid over the companionway, the vessel’s physical appearance is adorable, to say the least.

Beneteau 38 Sailboat is the epitome of comfort, luxury, and unique cruising at sea. So any money spent on chartering the vessel would be worth it in the long run. But do you know what to expect in the boat in terms of exterior & exterior design, onboard amenities, and overall performance? Let’s find out!

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Accommodation

The Beneteau 38 comes with 2 to 3 cabins that can house up to 6 guests, quite comfortably. There’s one head in the two cabin layout with the extra space from aft to board utilized as a stand-up shower. It’s a sizable room that can serve as a storage area or wet locker.

With the 3-cabin layout, the shower is in a small compartment, towards the port, otherwise appointed a hanging locker. There are Queen Size beds in these cabins, something that makes sleeping both comfortable and relaxing. All the cabins’ interior comes with a 6ft 5-inch headroom and includes a removable forward bulkhead.

Beneteau 38’s interior is not only appealing but also highly configurable, allowing you to organize the interior spaces and the woodwork ambiances to suit your needs. The boat simply offers three options when it comes to re-organizing life on board the boat: the Daysailer, the Weekender, and the Cruise.

The Daysailer does away with the interior bulkheads, leaving space for a single room. This arrangement also proffers more aft space for storage and an open cockpit. The weekender version, on the other hand, offers a sophisticated yet appealing choice of layout. It includes open or closed cabins, an in-line galley (with fridge, 2-burner stove, and oven), a separate shower, helmsman’s seats, an extra inside/outside table, and more.

The Cruiser option of the Oceanic 38 features a large galley facing the saloon plus a bathroom with a separate shower. You also have the option of choosing between 2 or 3 fitted cabins. In this layout, the bulkhead can be taken off from the fore cabin to restore that lost feeling.

The boat comes with twin helms opening up in the middle of the cockpit. There’s also convenient access from the companionway going all the way aft, where the vessel’s hinged transom connects to the swim platform. Oceanis 38 comes with side decks that are fitted with handholds, making the process of maneuvering around safe and easy.

The Cruiser and Weekender versions usually come with a mainsheet arch placed over the cockpit together with a drop-leaf cockpit table. This sets up a perfect spot for entertainment, especially if you’re much into sundowners.

Ocean 38 boasts of a Z-Spars deck-stepped mast that lies aft and is placed right at the center of the keel. This creates a slightly larger fore-triangle which ensures more sailing power. A larger part of the deck hardware, including the primary and cabin top winches, is made of Harken. And when it comes to navigation equipment, it is an all-B&G affair.

Entertainment

There’s never a dull moment aboard the Oceanis 38, all thanks to the saloon Stereo and LCD TV, cockpit loudspeakers, CD and DVD players, and internet Wi-Fi. With all these entertainment equipment and facilities, you can enjoy listening to soothing music, watching your favorite movies on TV, or surfing the internet, after a rather exciting day at sea.

Performance

Under sail, Beneteau can hit up to 3.8 knots when the wind blows at a steady speed of 7 knots. And with a displacement of just under 15,000 lbs, picking up its skirts and moving forward isn’t a big deal. If you can be lucky enough to come across strong winds to blow through the jib and make the mainsail batten, powering the vessel will be quite effortless and the sailing experience joyous.

When cruising under power, you can enjoy both stability and swiftness as you move along. With a 30 hp Yanmar saildrive engine, Oceanis 38 can comfortably cruise at 7.1 knots or so at 2,700 rpm. The boat’s twin rudders are also well positioned, so backing straight and turning are both swift and precise.

Where Does Beneteau 38 Sail?

The 38 is fit to sail literally anywhere in the world. But for this specific vessel, you’ll find it in the Bahamas, Florida, and Cuba, both in winter and summer. The preferred pick-up point for the boat is Miami Beach.

Why Charter Beneteau Oceanis 38?

The Oceanis 38 is, first and foremost, a sailboat which means you have the option of sailing the traditional way or cruising at relatively high speed in a modern fashion.

Another exciting feature about this boat is that its interior can be customized greatly to suit your travel needs i.e. erect bulkheads to partition the sleeping space for you and the kids or get rid of the bulkheads to create more space for you and your partner.

Just like any other modern sailboat out there, the 38 proffers numerous opportunities to explore the numerous dreamy coastlines, the seemingly endless waters, and the countless adventures that come with them. So chartering this vessel sets you up for a fun, relaxing, and memorable holiday to your coveted islands.

This is much there’s to know about Beneteau 38. As you’ve seen, its exterior is gorgeous, its interior highly changeable and engrossing while its performance is top-notch. So if you’ve been scouting for a good sailboat to charter for your upcoming holiday vacation, either solo or with family or friends, this would be a recommendation for you.

Specifications

• Beam: 13.1 Feet
• Draft: 6.10 Feet
• year built: 2017
• Builder: Beneteau

Have you already sailed the Beneteau 38? If so, you are welcome to share your experience in the comments below.

Daniella has been passionate about travel, the sea, and nature for many years. As a child, she frequently traveled throughout the Mediterranean and continued with her journeys throughout her adult life.

Her experiences have created the desire within her to share her love for traveling with other passionate and adventurers who want to discover beautiful horizons and new cultures.

18 thoughts on “Beneteau 38 Sailboat – A High-Performing Boat”

this is a lovely post and i must commend your efforts for putting this insightful post together. I AM just getting to know about beneteau 38 saliboat but i must tell you this article makes me go wow. 

The exterior and interior is just likr a six star hotel. i call this home away from home

I will i can just step into this type of boat and cruise the sea someday

I am glad this article made you go wow:)

Thank you for the comment and I wish you to sail very soon!

Have a nice day!

The Beneteau 38 seems perfect for me. I am a short drive from Miami beach, so perfect. I am wondering, do we bring our own food along and do our own cooking or is that part of the package? I don’t mind, just need to be prepared. Also, how long of trips do they go on?

Hi Matts, The Beneteau 38 can be rented with or without a skipper. You will have to provision your boat and do your own cooking, and if you hire a skipper, you will have to pay for his meals and beverages. The trip starts on Saturday and ends the following Saturday unless you prolonge your trip. I hope it helped. Please, don’t hesitate to contact me with any question, I am always happy to assist! Thank you for the comment and wish you a lovely day!

The Beneteau looks absolutely wonderful, inside and out. I love the changeable interior. We like to go sailing by ourselves sometimes, not always with our usual group of 5. Heading out to the Bahamas for our anniversary soon. Thank you so much for your help on deciding what type of boat to take.

Awesome, I am glad you find a boat that you like:) I am sure you’ll enjoy your time on the water. Please, let me know if you need any help. I am always happy to assist.

Thank you for the comment and wish you a nice day.

Awesome article Daniella. And, you have given a comprehensive yet insightful coverage of this wonderful Yacht. 

I’m amazed to see it’s beautiful interior. It’s always been my dream to cruise in Yatch. Through your article, I’m virtually able to cruise the sea. Feeling awesome. Looking forward to sailing in real very soon:)

You seem very much experienced. What is your opinion for making holiday plan, which city is best to head towards sailing in this Yacht?

Thanks for sharing this refreshing article. Looking forward for more of such.

Effectively, the Beneteau 38 is a great boat.

As it is written in the article, this boat sails in the Bahamas, Florida, and Cuba.

I hope it helped. Please, don’t hesitate to contact me with any question. I’ll be more than happy to assist.

Thank you for the comment and wish you a lovely day.!

What a beautiful boat, the interior is nicer than any hotel I’ve ever stayed in. I absolutely love the ocean but I live in Ohio. My husband and I have always taken our vacations at one type of beach or another. We’ve never been able to go out on the open water though. Mostly do to lack of funds, but I’ve always been quite content just breathing in that ocean air. 

My husband has always wanted to go sailing. Maybe after he finishes college we will actually have the chance to do so. I’m going to bookmark your website, that way I will have it for then. Have a good day. 

Hi Tfousle,

Ohio is a beautiful place, it’s on my bucket list:)

Thank you for comment and for the bookmark!

I which you to sail very soon!

This is a great review about Beneteau 38 Sailboat. I am so impressing and very much interested. What a luxurious and comfortable it is. highly decorated accommodation, interior, exterior, and others. But my one query”How much guiding experience does your least experienced guide have?” I hope that Beneteau 38 Sailboat will my next trip boat. Thanks for the boat review.

Indeed the Beneteau 38 is a beautiful and comfortable boat. If you want to know how easy is it to sail the Beneteau 38, then I can tell you that it is very simple and convenient. Let me know if you need any help. I’ll be more than happy to assist. Thank you for the comment and wish you all the best!

It is very much expected to take this experience but I have the interest to know this because of my experience, What are the advantages If some reason I get sick?  Privided internet maximum speed. Some boats have a slow internal vibration with speed velocity which is a boring Do you have such problems? Other facilities were good enough for me.

There are no advantages to getting sick, but if it happens, you can do something about it. For instance, you can use natural remedies, such as ginger, lemon to name a few. If you prefer, you can use pills or wear a wristband, it really helps. As for the internet connection, it depends on the boat, some provides excellent Wifi connection while others not so much.

I hope it helped. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any question. I’ll be more than happy to help.

Thank you for the comment and wish you a lovely day.

Thank you for sharing The Beneteau 38. I would choose Cruise because I like the brightness of it, and you can config it to be a little spacey You said they can all be customizable. I thought all small vessels that size was custom made. Goes to show you how much I know about boats. it has been over 20 years the last time I was on the water. I have to look then, just for the fun. They put in a good entertainment system to keep the party going. and you took some great photo of the inside. You describe the Beneteau 38 just like a (sailormen).

Hi Simmons,

You are welcome!

Yes, the Beneteau comes in three different versions, so you have the choice. I am glad you enjoyed the reading!

Please, don’t hesitate to contact me with any question. I’ll be more than happy to assist.

I have sailed many boats in the Oceanis line from 32′ to 42′. All have been easy to sail, well appointed and comfortable with many ergonomic features. They also have nice lines among the modern designs. Surprisingly, the performance among these cruisers has varied quite a bit, owing to a big difference in sail plan depending on the overall length and model year. A 40ft 2008 could barely get out of its own way under sail in any wind under 10kt. The SA/D for that boat was around 16 (under powered). By comparison, I just returned from the BVI where we chartered a late-model, 42ft Oceanis that had an SA/D of 20. She performed very well, hitting 8.8kt SOG in a squall. She pointed very well. For awhile, it seemed like Beneteau was targeting families and others who prioritized comfort over performance, as all the boats in this line had small sail area relative to displacement, but my recent, BVI experience caused me to reconsider that POV. The SA/D of 20 provided plenty of performance, which combined nicely with comfort and good looks.

Hi Richard,

Good to know, thank you for your kind and useful comment! It will certainly help a lot of sailors:) To be honest, I’ve chartered mainly catamarans so far and the crew was taking care of the navigation. I am not really into technical stuff:)

Anyway, the BVI is beautiful, you must have had a good time there.

Thank you again for the comment and wish you a lovely day!

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Hunter's newest midsize offering combines performance and the company's historic attention to comfort. It's faster on paper than comparable boats, and priced to sell.

Hunter Marine has a reputation as a builder of boats for sailors who favor creature comforts over performance. Some recent models from the company have been described as “floating condos.” Say what you will, this strategy has propelled Hunter to a leading spot in the U.S. sailboat industry in terms of boats sold on an annual basis.

However, with the hiring of Glenn Henderson several years ago as chief designer and engineer, company CEO Warren Luhrs signaled that Hunter is increasing its attention to better performance. Despite being an experienced long-distance cruiser, Henderson carved his reputation as a performance-oriented designer whose creations have fared well on the racecourse.

Design The new Hunter 38 replaces the 386, the last of which rolled out of the Alachua, FL, plant in May, 2004, following a seven-year run. In announcing the arrival of the new boat, Henderson said: “Our goal was to design a boat that was an exceptionally comfortable cruiser, yet offered outstanding performance and easy handling. The new 38 has met expectations.”

In our view, she has a Jekyll and Hyde appearance. Our first impression upon approaching the boat was that she’s just another specimen in a growing list of big-butted boats. The 12′ 11″ beam is carried aft to the stern, where the athwartships measurement is 10′ 6″ inside the cockpit, and freeboard is 50″, so it’s at least two steps upward to board her at the transom. Her 6′ long, 20″ wide seats surround a footwell that’s 36″ wide at its narrowest point, and two, two-person pod seats are located on the stern rails. Clearly, the cockpit has been designed to accommodate up to 8 people in comfort during the cocktail hour. And overhead, a bimini sits attached to a stout stainless steel frame.

Move forward 38 feet and the Mr. Hyde side presents itself; there is no comparison with her predecessor, or other current Hunter models. Her fine entry and near-plumb-bow are as racy as any new boat from Farr Yacht Designs. Due to her increased waterline, she won’t lack speed. There’s also just enough working space between the mast and bow pulpit—her J measurement is just 12′ 1″, which means 2/3 of the boat is aft of the mast—for a bow person to attend to sails or muscle an anchor fitted on a stainless steel bowroller at the stem. Her small foretriangle and 7/8ths rig are married to a boom that extends over the stainless bimini frame to produce end-boom sheeting angles that are more efficient than a cabintop arrangement.

When viewed from abeam at a distance, her profile complements the racy bow as she presents a high-aspect sail plan and a relatively flat sheerline. Tinted, flushmounted, fixed plexiglass ports complement her aesthetics; they measure 16″ x 28″, and light her interior. This boat is less chubby than her cousins; a Hunter 306 that was tethered nearby is much less comely, having the boxy appearance produced when max headroom below is more important than appearance.

Of the 38’s design, Henderson told us: “Attention was given to the volumetric distribution of the hull to even out pressures of water movement, utilizing the rudder as a major lift component along with the keel. In the past, designers relied primarily on keels for lift and resisting leeway. We discovered that using a large rudder and smaller keel was better. The result is a more responsive boat.” Henderson’s statement was affirmed when we backed the 38 off the dock amidst a cluster of other boats.

Most of this vessel’s sail power comes from the mainsail, an arrangement that Henderson favors over relying on a large jib. “The whole sail plan is aerodynamically efficient. I will not design a masthead rig sail plan because the fractional rig with large mainsail delivers better performance, and the smaller headsail means easier sailhandling for both passengers and crew.”

The new 38 is outfitted with the same anodized B & R double spreader Selden mast with support struts used on Hunter’s midsized yachts; having no backstay allows Henderson to fly a mainsail with a powerful roach and still install the bimini frame over the cockpit. To tame the large mainsail, in-mast furling is a $2,536 option, which was included aboard our test boat.

“Balancing the sail plan, center of gravity, and underbody is important to get all the forces concentric,” explained Henderson. “The 38 doesn’t have a lot of pitch, doesn’t pound, and is easily driven.”

One contributor to stability is the boat’s displacement—17,674 pounds, with 6,387 pounds of lead in the keel; that produces a ballast ratio of 36.14 percent. A second is a “center of gravity lowered by using a vinyl material for the headliner, instead of heavy fiberglass. That removes 350 pounds from the boat,” he said.

The “Hunter 38 in Context” chart (see sidebar) offers a statistical comparison of Hunter’s new 38 with three of her contemporaries from prominent boatbuilders. Using this reference, she should be the fastest of the bunch. It’s clear that Henderson is putting a new face on the designs of Hunter’s products, and that’s a good thing. However, when she inevitably turns stern to, we’ll simply grit our teeth and accept the fact that Hunter understands the creature comforts that its clients demand.

Deck Layout Two innovations are immediately obvious when boarding from astern. The swim platform measures 18″ by 30″, and has two steps, one of which folds up when boarding passengers. Henderson has designed a helm seat that rotates aft and downward, which fills the gap between the upper port and starboard steps, creating a stern entrance; it’s a clever idea. Cockpit seats, and the two pod seats are covered with Flexiteek™, a synthetic product that’s durable and stain-resistant. (PS reviewed Flexiteek; in the July 15, ’04 issue.)

The major shortcoming of the cockpit is the lack of storage space. A small locker to port contains the holding tank, a second one holds two propane bottles. The starboard seat covers an emergency hatch; also to starboard are a shallow locker for storing dock lines, and a second one that accesses manifolds and a heater.

These spaces are small, as Henderson explained, because: “You’ve got to compromise somewhere,” to execute the balance of his design. Coupled with her wide body, the ‘Owner’s Version’ offers the most commodious and well laid-out aft stateroom we’ve seen on a boat this size. As an alternative, a tri-cabin version is available; that model is equipped with two aft cabins that provide space for passengers, or a large storage area.

The second innovation: a 38″ Edson destroyer-style wheel common on production boats this size. But in this case, Edson designed a folding wheel where port and starboard sections can be unpinned and folded inward to ease movement about the cockpit. During our test sail, the wheel remained locked in a circular form, so it appeared functional and safe, though it’s a $393 option. Leaves on the binnacle-mounted table can be elevated to create two plastic 18″ x 18″ tables. The base of the table also provides a foot brace, a requirement on a cockpit this wide.

The third innovation is not original, but is rarely seen on production boats: deep fiberglass bins on either side of the companionway used to store halyard tails and other sail controls. This is a superior approach to using bags or cubbies that have historically been carved out of unused space in the coamings.

On the 38, Hunter uses a stainless steel arch to support the traveler, which puts mainsail controls near the helm. A Harken mainsail track and traveler system sits atop the arch, and sheets are led port and starboard to cam cleats that allow the skipper to trim from the wheel, completing Henderson’s attempt to remove clutter from the cockpit. Two Sony marinized speakers and nightlights are also housed in the arch; the speaker controls are bedded in the companionway cover. Primary winches also are close to the helm, promoting singlehanded sailing.

Despite these niceties (as we stated in our review of the Hunter 41, PS Jan. 1, 2001), except when covered by the bimini, the arch detracts from the boat’s appearance, and adds weight aloft and windage. Though we’d be hesitant to sail out of San Francisco Bay with the bimini in place, we agree it would be a plus in less demanding regions most of the time.

The boat’s deck hardware is top- drawer and large enough for assigned tasks. The primary winches are Lewmar 40 self-tailers led through Lewmar ballbearing blocks. On the cabintop are Lewmar 40s married to Spinlock XTS rope clutches.

Lifelines are 23″ above the deck, (meeting ISO standards), but would provide more security if they were 28 to 30″ tall. The 1-1/2″ fiberglass toerail running from bow to stern is what we expect on a boat designed for offshore work. The toerail is rounded, which will be appreciated by rail riders in the unlikely event that this boat does any racing. The sidedecks are 12″ wide at the shrouds. The lower shrouds terminate near the base of the cabin, the uppers at the gunwale, so fore and aft movement is unimpeded. And a diamond nonskid surface offers good footing on a wet deck. The cabintop measures 86″ between the handrails, so there is plenty of room for stowing a dinghy or other items.

Small headsails are de rigeur for Henderson, and this boat is fitted with just two 48″ long sections of track located at the base of the cabintop, providing tight sheeting angles between the shrouds. The standard furler is a Furlex 200S elevated 16″ above deck level so that it’s out of the way when hoisting an anchor, but this arrangement diminishes sail area and compromises upwind performance.

A Simpson-Lawrence anchor windlass is located below deck in the anchor locker, a good location from a safety standpoint; the locker is large enough to house enough chain and rode for anchoring in deep harbors. Cleats located on the bow, amidships, and on the stern are 10″ long, so they’ll accept dock lines beefy enough for a boat this size.

A Lewmar hatch on the bow measures 22″ x 22″, a second located amidships is 24″ x 24″, letting the sun and wind pour in, or odors escape the cabin. They are supplemented by 10″ x 12″ opening ports amidships and over the galley.

Henderson has designed a vessel that places an emphasis on crew comfort and smooth operation by locating the sail controls at the helmsman’s fingertips. The only drawback, however, occurs if the skipper becomes overwhelmed by simultaneously steering, trimming, reading a chart, and attending to the other duties that befall the master of any vessel. In this case, the stern section could become overpopulated. Still, the absence of lines cluttering the cockpit sole gets our approval.

Accommodations As with all Hunter sailboats, the 38 provides large living spaces. The layout of this model presents an L-shaped galley to starboard at the foot of the companionway, nav station to port, and sitting/dining area amidships. At anchor, the crew sleeps in the forward cabin; the skipper in the aforementioned aft stateroom.

Key points: headroom in the main saloon is 6′ 6″. The hull and cabinetry are constructed of smoothly finished teak, though the sole in the saloon is Everwear™, a low-maintenance laminate. The panels in the new headliner can be removed with a tool Hunter provides to get at wiring runs and deck hardware, and the cabintop is fitted with solid wood handrails running the length of the saloon, which are among the beefiest we’ve seen.

The saloon will seat 6 guests with a dining table measuring 36″ x 42″ and settees 70″ long with 15″ high backrests. The width between the settee backs is 9′.

The galley comes standard with a two-burner stove/oven combination located between an optional refrigerator aft and slide-out storage rack; outboard are cabinets large enough for the storage of eating utensils, and a niche for a microwave. A stainless rail at the front of the provides an attachment point for the chef when underway.

Two stainless steel sinks are surrounded by a Corian surface, a Hunter signature that flies in the face of Henderson’s attempt to reduce weight. The countertop measures 60″ x 20″ when the sinks are covered, adequate for preparing meals for a crew of six.

The 38 also has a good chart table measuring 20″ x 18″. Henderson placed a bulkhead on the forward edge of the table where instruments will be installed, with a useful stainless handhold attached to the cabinetry. The electrical panel is close at hand. The only drawback of the arrangement is that the chart table extends so far aft that the navigator’s seat cannot be fully elevated.

The skipper’s stateroom is comparable to ones we’ve seen on large powerboats. The key ingredients are a 78″ long, 60″ wide platform on which a 4″-thick mattress lives, with storage below. Interestingly, an open space between hull and headboard is designed for miscellaneous storage, as is a cabinet at the foot of the berth measuring 22″ wide and 8″ deep. There’s additional storage in a hanging locker. Cushioned seats measuring 23″ x 20″ located port and starboard create convenient sitting areas. But make no mistake, this sleeping area would not serve as a proper seaberth.

Henderson has devised a dual-purpose engine cover. The box doubles as a fiddled vanity that, when removed, exposes both sides and the back of the engine, better than seen on most boats. Since the space between the berth and vanity is 23″, the cover won’t need to be stored on the berth when servicing the engine—a very sanitary arrangement.

The forward stateroom is just large enough for two adults. The berth is 86″ long on the centerline, and 80″ wide at the head; storage is below the berth and in a pair of cedar-lined hanging lockers.

The single head is a two-compartment affair with doors to both the main cabin and the aft stateroom. Standing headroom is 6′ 2″ in each space. The vanity-toilet area is large enough for most adults, and the shower area, which measures 24″ x 45″, is enclosed by a door, so the spaces may be occupied by two people simultaneously.

We expect to find large living spaces on Hunter’s sailboats and the 38 doesn’t disappoint. However, it exhibits better fit and finish of joinery than boats built five years ago, a byproduct of computerized cutting tools, more attention to detail, and quality control. The layout is sensible, with living spaces proportionate to the amount of time that will be spent occupying them. And, we like a single head on a boat this size. It makes sense and frees space for other uses.

Performance We tested the boat in 5 to 10 knots of breeze and flat water on the Chesapeake Bay—conditions common to many areas around the U.S. The boat was fitted with an in-mast furling mainsail, and the company’s own literature indicates that this reduces sail area by 148 sq. ft. We feel that’s a tremendous price to pay for convenience, especially in light-air venues, and considering that sails are typically set once a day. On a 38′ boat displacing 17,000 pounds, we’d opt for an electric halyard winch and a flaking system before sacrificing that much Dacron.

We sailed with a full main with three vertical battens, which produced good sail shape, and a 105% headsail. Boat speed on our GPS registered 5 to 5.5 knots sailing in five knots of breeze, and increased to 7.5 knots in 10 knots of breeze when we eased sheets. Henderson said “that meets the design target and is about as fast as she will go.”

The boat was light at the helm, responsive when sails were properly trimmed, and tacked through 85 to 90 degrees, better than we’ve seen on earlier Hunters. She heeled approximately 10 degrees in those conditions and provided a comfortable ride.

She motors easily at 6 knots when powered by the Yanmar 27-hp engine. An optional 40-hp engine will add $2,936 to the price, but would be overkill except in areas where there are heavy tides or currents.

Conclusion We’re convinced that Henderson is making progress in improving the performance of Hunter’s products. His major accomplishments are faster hull shapes and minor progress in the removal of unnecessary weight; i.e. the headliner in the saloon. Nonetheless, odds are that Corian countertops will always be installed, and the boats will continue to have big cockpits, a reflection of the market to which the company appeals. And, we’ll never get used to seeing those radar arches.

With a base price of $144,990, the Hunter 38 is at the low end of its respective market. Still, the quality of this boat is an improvement over previous models, and we think it bears close inspection for potential buyers.

Contact – Hunter Marine, 800/771-5556, www.huntermarine.com .

Also With This Article “Hunter 38 in Context” “Construction” “Critics’ Corner: Hunter 38”

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What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse

A container ship lost power and rammed into a major bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday, causing it to snap and plunge into the river below. Several vehicles fell into the chilly waters, and rescuers are searching for survivors.

The Maryland Department of Transportation has requested an initial emergency relief funding of $60 million from the Biden Administration to pay for initial mobilization, operations and debris recovery from the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore. (AP video by Nathan Ellgren)

As investigators began collecting evidence from a cargo ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, Gov. Wes Moore says the bridge will be rebuilt.

The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board released footage of the cargo ship that lost power and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore. NTSB investigators are collecting evidence from the vessel that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Tuesday morning.

Baltimore’s longshoreman’s union represents the workers who load and unload the giant container ships that call on the city’s massive port. The union is working to help members who may be impacted by the port’s closure.

A container ship rests against the wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Baltimore, Md. After days of searching through murky water for the workers missing after the bridge collapsed, officials are turning their attention Thursday to what promises to be a massive salvage operation. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

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In this image released by the National Transportation and Safety Board, a NTSB investigator is seen on the cargo vessel Dali, which struck and collapsed the Francis Scott Key Bridge, Wednesday, March 27, 2024 in Baltimore. (Peter Knudson/NTSB via AP)

A cargo ship rammed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge , causing the span to collapse and presumably killing six construction workers. On Wednesday, a day after the early-morning crash, officials with the National Transportation Safety Board boarded the ship and planned to recover information from its electronics and paperwork while divers searched for the bodies of workers who were still missing.

Here’s what we know so far about the collapse:

WHAT EXACTLY HAPPENED?

The operators of the Dali cargo ship issued a mayday call moments before the crash early Tuesday saying the vessel had lost power. But the 985-foot-long (300-meter-long) ship still struck one of the 1.6-mile (2.6-kilometer) bridge’s supports at 8 knots, which is roughly 9 mph (15 kph). That caused the span to break and fall into the water within seconds.

Eight construction workers were filling potholes on the bridge when the crash happened. Two were rescued soon after the collapse. Divers recovered the bodies of two others and the other four are presumed dead. Jeffrey Pritzker, executive vice president of Brawner Builders, said they were working in the middle of the span when it collapsed.

The U.S. Coast Guard said Wednesday that the ship underwent “routine engine maintenance” in the port before it lost power.

An inspection of the Dali last June at a port in Chile identified a problem with the ship’s “propulsion and auxiliary machinery,” according to Equasis, a shipping information system. The deficiency involved gauges and thermometers, but the website’s online records didn’t elaborate.

A “standard examination” conducted by the U.S. Coast Guard in New York in September didn’t identify any deficiencies, according to the Equasis data.

Given the vessel’s massive weight, it struck the bridge support with significant force, said Roberto Leon, a Virginia Tech engineering professor. The post can resist the impact by bending, Leon said, but cannot absorb the energy brought by such a “humongous ship.”

Last June, federal inspectors rated the 47-year-old bridge in fair condition. But the structure did not appear to have pier protection to withstand the crash, experts said.

“If a bridge pier without adequate protection is hit by a ship of this size, there is very little that the bridge could do,” Leon said.

Federal and state investigators have said the crash appears to have been an accident.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE MISSING?

Two of the construction workers who were on the bridge were rescued. The bodies of four of the six others were still missing Thursday. Searchers recovered the bodies of 35-year-old Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes and 26-year-old Dorlian Ronial Castillo Cabrera on Wednesday. They were in a pickup truck submerged in about 25 feet (7.6 meters) of water.

The workers came to the Maryland area from Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico, according to diplomats from those countries.

One worker, 38-year-old Maynor Yassir Suazo Sandoval, came to the U.S. from Honduras nearly two decades ago. His brother described him as an entrepreneurial and hard-working husband and father of two. And El Salvador’s foreign minister, Alexandra Hill Tinoco, posted Wednesday on X that one Salvadoran citizen, Miguel Luna, was among the missing workers.

The ship is owned by Singapore-based Grace Ocean Private Ltd., which said all crew members, including the two pilots, were accounted for and there were no reports of injuries.

The ship’s warning enabled authorities to limit vehicle traffic on the span. Plus, the accident occurred at 1:30 a.m., long before the busy morning rush. The bridge carried an estimated 30,800 vehicles per day on average in 2019.

WHAT IMPACT COULD THIS HAVE?

The collapse will almost surely create a logistical nightmare, shutting down ship traffic at the Port of Baltimore and snarling cargo and commuter traffic.

The port is a major East Coast hub for shipping. The bridge spans the Patapsco River, which massive cargo ships use to reach the Chesapeake Bay and then the Atlantic Ocean.

The Dali was headed from Baltimore to Colombo, Sri Lanka, and flying under a Singapore flag, according to data from Marine Traffic.

President Joe Biden said he expects the federal government to pick up the entire rebuilding cost. His administration approved $60 million in emergency federal aid to pay for debris removal and other initial costs.

“This work is not going to take hours. This work is not going to take days. This work is not going to take weeks. We have a very long road ahead of us,” Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said Thursday.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and a commercial salvage company have been surveying the site as they plan the salvage operation, according to U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Cynthia Oldham.

Coast Guard Rear Admiral Shannon Gilreath said Friday that the first goals are to reopen the shipping channel and remove the ship. The Maryland Department of Transportation and U.S. Coast Guard surveyed the damage Friday morning. Teams worked through high winds while determining how to safely cut the trusses — which weigh between 3,000 to 4,000 tons — into lighter sections that can be removed by four heavy lift cranes supplied by the U.S. Navy, according to Moore.

In the coming weeks, the governor hopes to have 10 tugboats, seven floating cranes, nine barges, eight salvage vessels and five Coast Guard boats in the water.

The collapse is not likely to have a big effect on worldwide trade because Baltimore is not a major port for container vessels, and proves more important when it comes to goods such as farm equipment and autos, said Judah Levine, head of research for global freight booking platform Freightos.

But jobs for roughly 2,400 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association Local 333 could dry up until shipping traffic resumes, according to Scott Cowan, the union’s president. Cowan said union leaders are working with elected officials to fund compensation for longshoremen in the meantime.

Authorities must also now handle a sheen in the water after some of the 56 containers onboard that were carrying hazardous materials were breached. Among the hazardous materials were corrosives, flammables and lithium ion batteries, according to the National Transportation Safety Board. But the Key Bridge Joint Information Center said Thursday that there’s no immediate environmental threat and that air monitoring has shown no volatile organic compounds. Adam Ortiz, the EPA’s regional administrator in the Mid-Atlantic states, said Friday that ongoing monitoring has not given any indication that the water contains materials hazardous to humans.

HOW OFTEN DOES THIS HAPPEN?

From 1960 to 2015, there were 35 major bridge collapses worldwide due to ship or barge collisions, with a total of 342 people killed, according to a 2018 report from the World Association for Waterborne Transport Infrastructure.

Eighteen of those collapses happened in the United States.

Among them were a 2002 incident in which a barge struck the Interstate 40 bridge over the Arkansas River at Webbers Falls, Oklahoma, sending vehicles plunging into the water. Fourteen people died and 11 were injured.

And in 2001, a tugboat and barge struck the Queen Isabella Causeway in Port Isabel, Texas, causing a section of the bridge to tumble 80 feet (24 meters) into the bay below. Eight people were killed.

This story has been updated to correct that there were more than 56 containers on the ship, but that 56 contained hazardous materials, and to correct that crews were working to cut up trusses of the collapsed bridge, not the vessel that ran into it.

Lea Skene, Brian Witte and Sarah Brumfield contributed reporting.

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B&R-38 is a 38 ′ 5 ″ / 11.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Bergstrom & Ridder and built by Trinity Marine (SWE) starting in 1994.

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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March 26, 2024 - Baltimore Key Bridge collapses after ship collision

By Helen Regan , Kathleen Magramo , Antoinette Radford, Alisha Ebrahimji , Maureen Chowdhury , Rachel Ramirez , Elise Hammond , Aditi Sangal , Tori B. Powell , Piper Hudspeth Blackburn and Kathleen Magramo , CNN

Ship lights flickered and veered off course shortly before Baltimore bridge hit, CNN analysis shows   

From CNN’s Allegra Goodwin in London

The Singaporean-flagged cargo ship that struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore Tuesday altered course and veered toward a pillar shortly before impact, a CNN analysis of MarineTraffic ship-tracking data confirms.  

It’s unclear what caused the ship to crash into the bridge or why its lights were flickering. CNN has reached out to the National Transportation Safety Board to inquire about a possible power failure. 

The container ship DALI, which was en route to Colombo, Sri Lanka, begins to change course toward the bridge’s pillar at 1:26 a.m. local time, striking the bridge at 1:28 a.m. ET, according to MarineTraffic data and video from the scene. Video from 1:25 a.m. ET shows a plume of dark smoke billowing from the ship. DALI's lights flicker at least twice before the incident.  

In video, as it navigates down the Patapsco River, the ship’s lights can be seen going out at 1:24 a.m. ET, before turning back on, and then flickering off and on again between 1:26 a.m. ET and 1.27 a.m. ET, just before it hits the bridge.  

Maryland transportation secretary says contractors were working on bridge at time of collapse

From CNN's Antoinette Radford

Maryland State Transportation Secretary Paul Wiedefeld told reporters there were workers on the Francis Scott Key Bridge at the time of its collapse.

"We know there were individuals on the bridge at the time of the collapse, working on the bridge, contractors for us," he said at a news conference Tuesday morning.

Wiedefeld said the workers were "basically doing some concrete deck repair," but said they did not know how many vehicles were involved.

He added that the transport authority has set up a facility for family members of those who were believed to be on the bridge at the time of its collapse.

Baltimore fire chief: Sonar has detected the presence of vehicles submerged in the water

Baltimore Fire Chief James Wallace says authorities have detected vehicles submerged in the water.

“Our sonar has detected the presence of vehicles submerged in the water,” said Wallace at a news conference on the collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge. “I don't have a count of that yet.”

He said emergency services are using sonar, drones and infrared technology as a part of their search for people and vehicles who may have fallen from the Key Bridge into the Patapsco River.

No indication of "terrorism" or intent in Baltimore bridge collapse, police chief says

From CNN’s Andy Rose

Baltimore Police said there was no evidence that the ship collision that caused the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge was intentional.

“There is absolutely no indication that there's any terrorism, that this was done on purpose,” Chief Richard Worley said at a news conference.

The FBI  said  that it was joining the investigation into the cause of the collision.

Rescue crews have determined there are vehicles in the Patapsco River following the bridge collapse.

“Our sonar has detected the presence of vehicles submerged in the water,” said Fire Chief James Wallace. “I don't have a count of that yet.”

Wallace said they are waiting to make sure that the ship is secure and stable before investigators board it.

“Never would you think that you would see, physically see, the Key Bridge tumble down like that,” Mayor Brandon M. Scott said.

Cruises, cars and commodities: What to know about the Port of Baltimore

From CNN's Mark Thompson and Hanna Ziady

The collapse of the   Francis Scott Key Bridge over the Patapsco River outside the Port of Baltimore threatens to disrupt shipping operations at a major US trade hub for autos, container traffic and commodities. Baltimore also has a cruise terminal.

Closer to the Midwest than any other port on the East Coast, Baltimore ranks first in the United States for autos and light trucks, handling a record 850,000 vehicles last year. It was also the leading port for farming and construction machinery, as well as imported sugar and gypsum. It was second in the country for exporting coal.

Overall, Baltimore ranks as the 9th biggest US port for international cargo, handling a record 52.3 million tons, valued at $80.8 billion in 2023.

“The immediate focus is the rescue operation, but there will clearly be a highly-complex recovery phase and investigation to follow and we don't know what impact this will have on operations at the Port of Baltimore," said Emily Stausbøll, market analyst at Norway-based shipping analytics company Xeneta.

“While Baltimore is not one of the largest US East Coast ports, it still imports and exports more than one million containers each year so there is the potential for this to cause significant disruption to supply chains," she added.

Baltimore's cruise terminal serves ships operated by Royal Caribbean, Carnival and Norwegian. Cruises carrying more than 444,000 passengers departed from the port last year.

According to the Maryland state government, the port supports 15,330 direct jobs and 139,180 jobs in related services.

Rescue crews looking for at least seven people in Baltimore bridge collapse

Rescue operations are underway near the wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, as crews look for people who fell into the Patapsco River.

“We are still very much in an active search and rescue posture at this point, and we will continue to be for some time,” Wallace added.

Baltimore Fire says two people have been rescued from the river – one who was uninjured, and another in hospitalized “very serious condition.”

“This is an unthinkable tragedy,” Mayor Brandon Scott said. “We have to first and foremost pray for all of those impacted.”

Ship that collided with Baltimore bridge was chartered by Danish shipping company Maersk 

From CNN's Alex Stambaugh in Hong Kong

The container ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on Tuesday was chartered by Maersk and carrying their customers' cargo, the Danish shipping company told CNN.

"We are horrified by what has happened in Baltimore, and our thoughts are with all of those affected," The company said in its statement.

The company, which has a full name of A.P. Moller - Maersk, said no company crew and personnel were onboard the vessel. It said the ship, DALI, is operated by charter vessel company Synergy Group. 

"We are closely following the investigations conducted by authorities and Synergy, and we will do our utmost to keep our customers informed," the statement said. 

CNN is attempting to contact the owner and managers of the ship, including Synergy.

FBI Baltimore on the scene at the Key Bridge

FBI Baltimore personnel are on the scene at the Francis Scott Key Bridge, they have said in a post on X.

The agency said it was working "side by side with our local, state and federal partners."

Baltimore fire emergency chief says 2 people saved from water after Key Bridge collapse

The Baltimore Fire Department Chief James Wallace says authorities rescued two people from the water this morning, one without injury and the other who has been transferred to hospital in a serious condition.

Authorities are continuing their search for upwards of seven people, Wallace says. But, he says that number could change as it is a "very large incident." Earlier on Tuesday, an official said as many as 20 people could be in the water.

Wallace added that the crew remains on board the ship, and are communicating with the US Coast Guard. He added that emergency services are looking into reports that there were workers on the bridge at the time of the incident.

Speaking at the press conference, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott also described the incident as an “unthinkable tragedy,” and offered his prayers for all those affected, as well as his thanks to first responders.

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Meridian 1985 | 38' Bristol 38.8 Sailboat for Sale

1985 bristol, 38' (11.68m) 38.8 - meridian, the bristol 38.8 is a high quality, solidly built boat that has withstood the test of time. designed by ted hood and built by bristol yachts in bristol rhode island, meridian is an outstanding example of a centerboard cruising boat..

• Chester Maryland United States
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$ 69,000 USD

€ 64,069 euros $ 93,155 cad.

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Description

The Bristol 38.8 is a high quality, solidly built boat that has withstood the test of time. Designed by Ted Hood and built by Bristol Yachts in Bristol Rhode Island, Meridian is an outstanding example of a centerboard cruising boat. Hood knew more about designing centerboard cruising boats than anyone and he designed a winner in the 38.8, considering it one of the two most successful designs to ever come out of his shop.

A truly beautiful boat, Meridian is turn-key and ready to sail today. Well maintained, she is clean, neat and shows well.

With her centerboard up she draws just 4 feet 6 inches, great for the shoal waters of the Chesapeake Bay. On the other hand, if your sights are set across the ocean, the 38.8 is capable of taking you anywhere in the world. Designed with blue water cruising in mind, the 38.8 is a stable and well-mannered boat that has completed many ocean crossings.

Seeing is believing, don't miss the virtual tour, video tour and slideshow links below, and call for a showing today!

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LOA: 38' 4" (11.68 Meters)

Type: Sail - Used

Beam: 12' 1"

Bridge Clearance: ' "

Draft Max: 10' 5"

Draft Min: 4' 6"

Maximum Speed: Knots

Cruise Speed: 7.41 Knots

• Fuel Type: Diesel

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Fuel Tank: 36 Gallons (136.27 Liters)

Fresh Water: 100 Gallons (378.54 Liters)

Holding Tank: 18 Gallons (68.14 Liters)

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BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - WALKTHROUGH:

The cockpit is spacious and provides plenty of room to sail the boat with a full crew, as well as a great space to entertain at anchor or dockside. It features a pedestal helm with a teak and stainless wheel, binnacle mounted compass, throttle and gear shift, wheel lock, Garman chart plotter, stainless steel hand hold and folding teak table with cup holder. The engine control panel is found next to the helm under the port bench. Depth, speed and wind instruments are mounted on the cabin-top above the companionway, with the autopilot controls found at the helm starboard side. Two teak trimmed cubby lockers are found midway on the port and starboard sides. An emergency bilge pump is located on the aft well bulkhead, port side, with the 30 amp electrical and water hookup found at the stern, starboard side. A swim ladder is a also located at the stern along with a tender on davits, which incorporate a flagstaff mount and stern light.

Seating for 7 is provided by port and starboard benches and a stern bench with cushions. Lockers are found under the benches, including a propane locker and a sail locker. Two Lewmar 55 two speed self-tailing winches are mounted forward on the coaming port and starboard for head sail trim. The mainsheet traveler is cabin top mounted.

The cockpit is protected from the elements by a full enclosure, that includes interchangeable screen panels.

Moving forward the deck, surrounded by a teak toe rail, is protected by stainless steel bow and stern railings connected by dual lifelines running the length of the boat port and starboard. Gates are found at the cockpit, port and starboard and at the stern. Rub rails run the length of the boat, port and starboard.

Teak hand holds run along the cabin top, port and starboard, along with two, center mounted opening hatches, one mid-way the other forward. Two dorade boxes are found port and starboard on the forward cabin top with an additional two cabin top mounted midship.

The anchor is roller mounted at the bow. There is also an anchor locker, with wash down spigot, at the bow, and electric windless and a through deck fitting to the chain locker. Cleats are found port and starboard at the bow, midship and the stern.

The double spreader, keel stepped rig is supported by wire standing rigging and a roller furler. Two 2 Lewmar 40 two speed halyard winches are mounted on the mast, port and starboard, along with a spinnaker pole. Inside and outside foresail tracks run along the port and starboard side decks and four scuppers are found just forward of the cockpit, two port two starboard.

With teak joinery, paneling, a teak & ash sole and blue upholstery, the inviting and spacious main cabin defines the look and feel of a classic sailing yacht. Entering the cabin from the cockpit companionway, the U-shaped galley is found to port and the nav station to starboard, with a quarter berth behind. A port settee with seating for three extends fore and aft along the length of the salon forward of the galley. On the starboard side forward of the nav station a second settee provides seating for an additional three people. A dining table is deck mounted between the settees, and features 2 folding leaves, a bottle well, with flatware trays. Shelves and storage lockers run the length of the salon above both settees, with a flat screen center mounted over the shelf on the starboard side. Teak hand holds are mounted overhead above both settees, and fiddles run the length of the cabin below the port/windows. Two reading lamps are mounted on the forward bulkheads, port and starboard, with additional lights mounted above the shelves on the port and starboard sides. Ventilation is provided by an overhead opening hatch with a solar fan, three opening portlights, three dorade vents, and the companionway hatch. Four fixed port/windows run along the side of the cabin two port, two starboard. A 12 vdc outlet is found at the shelving on the port side behind the settee. The settees are 78 inches long, headroom 78 inches.

NAV STATION

Found in the aft starboard side of the main cabin the forward facing nav station features a teak, lift top nav table, with 4 drawers underneath, VHF radio, EPIRB, mounted Garman hand held GPS, AM/FM radio CD player, battery charger control panel, 120 vac outlet, 12 vdc receptacle, windless breaker, and an overhead 12 vdc lamp. The electrical control panel is mounted on the aft bulkhead directly behind the nav station.

QUARTER BIRTH

The quarter berth extends aft of the nav station and features shiplap paneling and a shelf running its length with a lamp mounted forward next to the nav station. The berth is 79 inches long.

The galley is found in the aft port section of the main cabin and features a U-shaped counter top with a double stainless steel sink mounted in the counter between the galley and the salon. The sink features pressurized hot and cold water, pressurized filtered cold water and a foot pump operated cold fresh water spigot. A top access locker completes this counter space. An overhead mounted microwave and overhead light are found above this counter. The gimbled stove is found along the port side, under a slide away counter top, with an overhead mounted light above. A third countertop extends along the aft bulkhead and features a large top loading refrigerator/freezer and a rack of cupholders. Storage lockers can be found above the aft countertop and running length of the galley along the port side as well as under the sink. A 120 vac outlet is mounted next to the storage locker above the aft counter top, with a fan and paper towel holder found above on the aft bulkhead. Headroom 76 inches.

FORWARD CABIN

The private forward cabin features teak joinery and appointments and a teak & ash sole. Access is found at the forward starboard side of the salon. A v-berth, with a drawer and 2 lockers underneath is found in the forward section of the cabin. Storage lockers run the length of the v-berth, port and starboard sides. Chain locker access is found all the way forward. A storage rack for the berth cut out is mounted above the berth. A hanging locker with shelf atop, along with a chest of drawers with countertop and locker behind is found in the aft starboard side of the cabin. There is an opening port above the hanging locker. Additional ventilation provided by an overhead hatch with solar fan. A fan is mounted on the aft port bulkhead. Two lamps are mounted port and starboard on the aft bulkheads. The v-berth is 83 inches long, headroom 74 inches.

The head is found on the port side between the salon and forward cabin. The head features two sections. The sink and countertop are found in the first, the second, which houses the head, doubles as a shower stall. The porcelain sink features hot and cold running water. Storage lockers are found above and below the sink, with a 120 vac outlet right side. A large mirror is mounted on the aft bulkhead to the left of the sink, with a towel rack underneath and a light above. The door leading to the salon is found opposite the sink. The manual marine toilet is found in the forward section of the head. The shower wand is mounted behind the head, where a storage locker is also found. A lamp is mounted on the forward bulkhead. A teak grate is integrated into the deck over the shower sump. Ventilation is provided by two opening ports, an overhead dorade vent and two louvered sections in the door, top and bottom.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

The engine compartment is found under the cockpit sole and is accessed under the salon companionway stairs and via the quarter berth.

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - ACCOMODATIONS:

Meridian can sleep up to ten people. The forward cabin sleeps two. The port and starboard salon settee make into a double berths, for good friends or children. The quarter berth likewise will sleep two in close quarters. Overflow accommodations for two can be provided in the cockpit.

Forward Cabin:

- V-berth, sleeps 2, 83 inches

Salon Settees:

- Port settee converts to a double berth, sleeps 2; 78 inches

- Starboard settee converts to a double berth, sleeps 2; 78 inches

Quarterberth:

- Accommodates two in close quarters; 79 inches

- Two people; at anchor

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - COCKPIT:

The cockpit is in the stern of the boat and features a U layout including:

- Bench seating for 7 passengers; 3 port, 3 starboard, 1 aft

- Pedestal helm

- Folding cockpit table

- Cupholder; 3 cups

- 4 Lockers under the bench seats; one for propane

- 2 Cubby lockers

- Companionway to salon; center forward

- Full enclosure, with interchangeable screen pannels

- Swim ladder; transom mounted center

- 2 Scuppers

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - HELM:

- Edson pedestal helm with:

  * Teak and stainless destroyer wheel

  * Gear shift and throttle

  * Ritchie magnetic binnacle compass

  * B&G chartplotter

* B&G multi function display

* 2 B&G multi function displays (mounted above salon companionway)

  * VHS radio mount

  * Folding teak cockpit table

  * Teak cup holder; 3 cups

  * Stainless steel binnacle hand hold

- Engine instrument panel; mounted at helm under port bench seat

- Engine stop pull; mounted at helm under port bench seat

- Systems monitor panel; mounted at helm under port bench seat

- Lewmar windless control; mounted at helm under port bench seat

- Autopilot control, mounted at helm, starboard coaming; model Garman GHC 20

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - MAIN CABIN:

The main cabin is entered from the cockpit, four steps down via a center companionway. It includes the salon, nav station, galley and quarter berth and features:

- Teak joinery and appointments throughout

- Teak & Ash sole

- 4 Fixed port/windows; 2 port, 2 starboard

- 3 Opening ports; 1 port, 2 starboard

- 1 Overhead opening hatch, center mounted

- Companionway hatch w/hatch boards

- Hand hold fiddles running the length of the cabin, port and starboard side

- 3 Dorade vents

The salon is found in the forward section of the main cabin ahead of the galley and nav station and features:

- Port settee; seats 3; converts to a double berth; 78 inches

- Starboard settee; seats 3; converts to a double berth; 78 inches

- Deck mounted teak dining table with two folding leaves, bottle well, with flatware trays

- Shelving and two storage lockers run length of salon above the port settees

- 2 Storage lockers frame a flat screen TV above the starboard settee

- 3 Front access lockers behind each settee (some utility)

- 3 Front access lockers, under each settee (some utility, water tank & refer compressor port side,

 AC starboard side)

- Chest of drawers (4) with countertop and locker above; forward of the starboard settee

- Overhead hand holds over settees, port and starboard side

- Stereo speakers

- 2 Lamps, forward bulkhead mounted, port and starboard

- 1 Light, overhead mounted over bookshelf, port side

- 12 vdc outlet, port side book shelf

- AC Control panel; forward bulkhead , starboard side

- AC register, chest of drawers side panel

- Lock box, under starboard settee forward

- Headroom 78 inches

NAV STATION:

The Navigation Station is located in the aft starboard side of the main cabin and features:

- Standard forward facing navigation table with lift top and 4 drawers underneath

- Shelving at chart table along vessels starboard side

- Ample Power Company Energy Monitor II, battery charger monitor

- Garman GPSmap 78 hand held GPS with desktop mount

- iCom VHF Marine Radio GPS

- Pains Wessex Mcmurdo Precision 460 GPS EPIRB

- Miscellaneous charts & divider

- Inverter/Windless switch

- Overhead light; 12 vdc

- 120 vdc outlet

- 12 vdc receptacle

- AC and DC electrical control panel and Datamarine log control panel, aft bulkhead mounted,

 behind nav station

The galley is located in the aft port side of the main cabin and features a U configuration with sink forward, stove along the vessels port side, under counter refrigerator/freezer aft:

Forward Counter:

- Double stainless steel sink featuring:

  * Hot/cold pressurized water spigot

  * Cold pressurized filtered water spigot; SEAGULL IV water microfiltration system

  * Cold foot pump spigot

- GE Microwave oven; overhead mounted; 120 vac; model JES636WD 001

- Counter top with top access storage locker

- Over counter locker

- Under sink locker (utility)

Port Side Stove/Counter:

- Gimbled Shipmate propane stove/oven; 3 burner

- Retractable countertop

Aft Counter:

- Top loading refrigerator; Alder Barbour Super Cold Machine

- Cup rack; 12 cups

- Locker, top mounted

- 120 vac outlet, top mounted

- Light; overhead mounted; 12 vdc

- Hella-Turbo fan, aft bulkhead mounted

- Paper towel holder, aft bulkhead mounted

- Acurite indoor-outdoor temperature gauge, aft bulkhead mounted

- Assorted dishes, cups, cookware, flatware, cutlery and cleaning supplies

- Marinetics LPG solenoid switch; companionway ladder

- Headroom 76 inches

QUARTER BERTH:

The quarter berth is located behind the nav station in the starboard aft section of the salon and features:

- Berth for 2; 79 inches long

- Shelving running the length of the berth along the starboard side

- Lamp mounted forward next to the nav station; 12 vdc

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - FORWARD CABIN:

The forward cabin is located in front of the salon and head and features:

- Bench seat, at V

- Locker under bench seat

- Drawer and locker under port berth

- AC return register under starboard berth

- 4 Top mounted storage lockers, 2 port, 2 starboard, running the length of the berth

- Chest of drawers (3) with countertop and locker above; starboard aft

- Hanging locker with shelf atop; starboard aft

- 2 Lamps; aft bulkhead, port and starboard, 12 vdc

- Hella turbo fan; aft port bulkhead; 12 vdc

- Opening overhead hatch

- AC register, hanging locker, forward side

- Chain locker access; forward of v-berth

- SCAD Tech Solo Tank Monitor panel; under v-birth port side

- Lewmar windless breaker, above chest of drawers

- Headroom: 78 inches

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - HEAD:

The head is located forward of the main cabin on the port side and includes:

- Raritan manual marine head

- Counter with porcelain sink and pressurized hot and cold running water

- 2 Lockers above counter

- Locker; under sink

- Shower wand with hot & cold water controls and mount; behind toilet

- 2 towel hooks

- Towel rack; aft bulkhead

- Mirror; aft bulkhead

- Light; aft bulkhead mounted; 12 vdc

- Lamp; forward bulkhead mounted; 12 vdc

- 120 vac outlet; right of sink

- 2 Opening ports

- Dorade vent

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - RIG:

- Masthead sloop rig

  * Aluminum double spreader mast w/internal halyards

  * Aluminum boom

  * Aluminum spinnaker pole

  * Spartite mast/partner seal system

- Stainless steel wire standing rigging

- Hood Seafurl 3250 roller furler

- Navtec hydraulic backstay adjuster; model A370-A-12

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - SAILS & CANVAS:

- Main Sail

- 135% Genoa

- Storm Jib

- Main sail cover - white

- Full cockpit enclosure

 * Dodger - white

 * Bimini - white

 * Dodger/Bimini connector white

 * Curtains, eisenglass w/white canvas

 * Screen pannels

- Full winter cover; end of life but available for a template

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - DECK & HULL:

- Hull, solid laminate fiberglass

- Deck, fiberglass composite with balsa wood core

- Anchor locker, with washdown spigot, foredeck access

- Chain locker, v-berth access

- Plow anchor; bow pulpit mounted

- Danforth anchor, stowed in anchor locker

- Lewmar Ocean 1 Gypsy/capstan electric windless, with manual handle

- 2 Lewmar 55, two speed, self-tailing winches, cockpit coaming mounted, port and starboard

- 1 Lewmar 43, two speed, self-tailing winches, cabintop mounted at cockpit

- 2 Lewmar 40 two speed, self-tailing winches; mast mounted port& starboard

- 3 Winch handles

- Centerboard winch; cabin top at cockpit, port side

- Centerboard winch handle

- 2 Inboard genoa tracks and cars, port and starboard

- 2 Outboard genoa tracks and cars, port and starboard

- Headsail sheets

- 3 Masthead halyards

- 2 Spreader flag halyards

- Nedof Marine bosun's chair

- 4 Dorade vents

- 2 Cabin top hatches, with solar fans

- 6 Opening ports

- 4 Fixed port/windows

- Companionway teak hatch boards - 3; with stow away sleeve

- Companionway hatch boards, painted white - 2

- 2 Teak hand holds, cabin top mounted, port & starboard

- Ships bell, stowed

- 8 Cleats; 2 at bow, 2 midship, 4 at stern

- Propane tank, cockpit locker starboard side aft

- 3 Cockpit lockers

- 4 Deck scuppers

- 2 Cockpit scuppers

- Stainless steel bow pulpit and stern rail, connected by double life lines with port & starboard

 gates at cockpit

- Rub rails, length of boat, port and starboard

- Tender davits, transom mounted

- Navigation, running & anchor lights

- Fuel fill; cockpit sole, port side aft

- Waste pumpout; mid-deck port side

- Water fill; bow, starboard side

- Dock water hookup, transom (non-functional)

- Dock lines

- Boat hook

- Washdown hose

- Assorted lines

- Assorted cleaning supplies

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - ELECTRONICS:

- B&G Chartplotter

- 3 B&G multi-function displays

- Garman hand held GPS; model GPSmap 78

- Garman GHC 20 Autopilot

- iCOM vhf marine radio; nav station mounted; model IC-M324G

- iCOM vhf marine radio; helm mounted; IC-M304

- LG 20 inch Flatscreen TV; model 20LS7D-UK

- Sony CD/DVD player; model DVP-F21

- Sony MD/CD stereo radio; model CDX-C460

- Altec Lansing powered audio system; model bx1121

- 2 Altec Lansing stereo speakers

- 2 AUVIO stereo speakers

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - ELECTRICAL:

- 12 vdc electrical system with distribution panel

- 120 vac electrical system with distribution panel

- 4 120 vac outlets, GFI protected

- 12 vdc lighting in all cabins

- Lifeline AGM deep cycle house battery; model GPL-4DA

- Odyssey Extreme AGM Cranking Battery; model ODX-AGM27M

- Xantrix Freedom Marine 15 Inverter/Charger

- 30 Amp shore power receptacle; transom, starboard aft

- 2 30 Amp shore power cables

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - MECHANICAL:

- Universal Atomic Diesel 5444 diesel engine, 44HP, fresh water cooled

- Dripless shaft seal

- Racor 500FG fuel filter/water separator

- 2 Groco raw water strainers, bronze

- Dometic PML500L seawater pump

- Surflow Smart Sensor 5.7 house water pump; 5 gpm

- Jabsco Bilge Pump; model 36600

- Raritan K1 manual bilge pump; model K504/5

- Par shower sump pump; model 36251-2

- Gusher Galley MK 3, fresh water foot pump

- Marine Air Systems 16.000 BTU reverse cycle air-conditioning unit; model VCD16K/1

- Raritan marine water heater, 6 gallons, 120 vac; model R6

- Alder Barbour Super Cold Machine marine refrigeration unit

- Jabsco Automatic Water Pressure System; model 12573-2000

- Seagull IVX-1F Drinking Water Enhancement System

- Groco Sweetank Holding Tank Odor Neutralization System

- Various spare parts, electrical, mechanical, deck, rigging, plumbing

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - SAFETY:

- Kidde FyreWatch automatic engine room fire suppression system (inspection due)

- Kiddie dry chemical fire extinguisher; Type B:C Size 1

- Xintex Propane Fume Detector

- First aid kit

- Lifesling 2 overboard rescue system

- Signal whistle

- Radar reflector

- Assorted life jackets

BRISTOL 38.8 - MERIDIAN - TENDER:

- AB RIB Tender; 9 ft; 2015

- Honda, 2 HP, 4 stroke outboard; model BF2D

- Inflation pump

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.

• Engine Make: Universal Atomic Diesel
• Engine Model: 5444
• Engine Year: 1984
• Engine Type: Inboard
• Drive Type: Direct
• Power HP: 44.00
• Hours: 4684.00

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A native of Miami, Florida Jason grew up around boats and boating. He started sailing at the Coconut Grove Sailing Club at the age of 8 and got his first boat, a sunfish, at 11. He worked for his father, a professional yacht captain, 7 summers running from the age of 14; working out of Jones Boat Yard and Richard Bertram Yacht Yard, maintaining Trumpy, Burger and Feadship motor yachts. A graduate of Florida State University and study programs in London, England and Urbino, Italy, Jason moved to Washington DC to attend graduate school at George Washington University; followed by a career in international distribution with a focus on consultative sales, marketing and contract negotiation. A long-time resident of the Annapolis, Maryland, Jason is a member of the Chesapeake Yacht Club and an Eastport Yacht Club alumnus. Jason cruised the Chesapeake for 10 years aboard his Columbia 10.7, before becoming an avid racer; participating in the Pirates Cove Race Club's Wednesday night series on the West River, as well as various CBYRA Bay races for the last 23 seasons. After teaching his son’s to sail aboard their Hunter 27, Jason and his family can now be found cruising the Chesapeake aboard their Beneteau 381. We are pleased this seasoned sales professional and life-long boating enthusiast has joined our team here at Curtis Stokes Associates; where he is focused on helping sellers find the right buyer and buyers find right boat.

Jason can be reached at [email protected] or call 410-507-1259.

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Curtis Stokes & Associates have a brokerage office in St. Michaels, Maryland.

St. Michaels is on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, a delightful cruising area and boating center. There are many rivers in the Chesapeake Bay area to explore by boats and yachts.

St. Michaels is famous as a boating and cultural center featuring the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels Museum at St. Mary’s Square, and the Classic Motor Museum. Excellent harbor facilities and many boater friendly restaurants, shops and attractions can be found. St. Michaels has a long history of boat building and commercial fishing since before the Revolutionary War. Many homes and other structures in the town reflect the historical significance of St. Michaels.

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The Hunter 38 is a 38.17ft b&r designed by Glenn Henderson and built in fiberglass by Hunter Marine (USA) since 2004.

The Hunter 38 is a light sailboat which is a very high performer. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a fast cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a short water supply range.

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