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Arrowcat 320 coupe.

Now in its third generation, the ArrowCat 320 express cruiser has literally defined the high end cruising cat market! At the helm you find the experience more refined, from the custom hardwood steering wheel to full digital controls and instrumentation and carbon fiber accents. Every ArrowCat power catamaran features our signature luxurious interior cabin with creature comforts other boat companies have only dreamed about. Add to this that the ArrowCat 320 is trailerable with a 10’ beam and your cruising grounds expand exponentially. Winter in Florida, summer up north and plan the trip of a lifetime around the Great Loop.

Specifications

Express Cruiser Catamaran Hull Planing Hull Design Twin Outboard Motors LOA Length over all: 31′ 2″/9.50 meters Length at the waterline: 25′ 11″/7.9 meters Beam: 10’/3.05 meters Draft: 20″/.508 meters Fuel: 196 gal/742 liters Water: 44 gal/167 liters Waste: 14 gal/53 liters Displacement Dry: 9,900 lbs (approx.)

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The essentials - standard equipment.

• All weather bulkhead enclosure with locking door between salon and aft deck  
• Stowable companionway floor panels boards  
• Opening side windows  
• Hullside lights fixed (4)
• Fridge/Freezer: Isotherm drawers style or XL C130 refrigerator, stainless finish  
• One piece acrylic galley counter top with stainless steel sink, hot/cold faucet with four wood finish drawer
• Bedside reading lights with light switches(2)  
• Mattresses: one forward berth, one port side berth in the high quality foam with durable breathable fabric covers  
• 110v outlet, USB power source
• Automatic shower and sink (grey water) pump with manual override  
• Hot/Cold sink faucet and shower mixer  
• Fully equipped head: electric toilet, hot/cold shower, sump pump, sink, mirror, shelves, and vanity  
• Fresh water flush toilet
• 14gal blackwater holding tank self draining discharge (no macerator required)  
• Heavy duty three speed intermittent wind- shield wiper & fresh water wash system  
• Digital controls  
• Electric power assisted hydraulic steering. Helm pump, engine mounted cylinders, steering wheel, alignment valve and premium hydraulic hoses  
• Electric horn, ABYC certified
• Custom helm chair with flip-up bolster, slider, pedestal in matching upholstery with height adjustable pedestal  
• LED interior lighting: salon down lights (6), head compartment down- light (1), main berth lights, quarter berth light, walkway and cockpit floor lighting, spot light on the bow with dash mounted remote control  
• AFT deck/exterior, AFT overhead light  
• 12v accessory outlet and dual USB charging station mounted on dash  
• Battery management system: 3 independent battery banks, (2) engine and house battery. Emergency cross-over with automatic charging relays to allow engines to charge house batteries  
• CombiMaster 2000 watt inverter wired to AC/ DC voltage, battery state of charge  
• Electric water heater 6 gallons  
• Galvanic Isolator (30A)  
• Generator 3.5kw w/13gal fuel tank  
• Group 27 AGM start batteries (2)  
• Group 31 AGM house batteries (2) 220AH  
• Shore power 110VAC 30A inlet, (4) 110V outlets: galley top, head, 8-way breaker with shore/ship power interlock switch  

Fuel tanks 2X 98GAL, total of 196GAL Marine certified twin tanks with independent spin on fuel filters  

• Deck cleats (7), (2)-bows, (2)-sterns, (2)- midship and a deck cleat at windless  
• Deck hatches at bow for ground tackle access  
• Windlass Lewmar (7mm-1/4″) chain gypsy, foot helm switches on the bow, bow roller  
• Automatic bilge pumps: 1100ghs (2) 750ghs (2)  
• Aluminum Folding dive ladder (4) step count  
• Two aft seats with storage compartments with removable cushions  
• Fresh water tanks: 44 gallon USA FDA certified, 2x 22 GAL  
• Hot and cold water galley sink, head sink, shower in head, aft-deck shower  
• Raw water (wash down) and outlet fitting in aft deck  

Take It To Another Level, Enhance Your Experience With Our Optional Upgrades

• Tuna Tower with second stations control
• Hardtop rocket launcher rack – 6 rod holders
• Insulated fish box
• Offshore 30 gallon bail tank & high volume pump mat transom 
• Power socket for 12v electric fishing reel 
• Built in electric 2-burner cooktop 120vac, induction style microwave 
• Entertainment package – stereo AM/FM/Aux, Bluetooth 
• 2 interior, 2 exterior speakers
• Stereo remote located aft deck
• Sea deck for cock pit sole 
• Table base in cockpit 
• Joystick control – single station by SeaStar
• Garmin or Raymarine Electronics package 
• Dual display with charts and sounders, VHF radio at helm with 8′ antenna on ratchet mount .50/200khz dep
• Upgrade primary electronics to dual 16″ displays 
• USCG safety package
• Docking kit
• Anchoring kit

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Westsail 32

Westsail 32 is a 39 ′ 11 ″ / 12.2 m monohull sailboat designed by William Atkin, William Crealock, and Colin Archer and built by Westsail Corporation between 1971 and 1981.

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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)

From BlueWaterBoats.org :

The Westsail 32 goes down in history as the boat that launched a thousand dreams. She’s generally credited for starting the cruising boom of the 1970s which brought “the cruising life” out of the fringes and into the mainstream. Designed by Bill Crealock as a heavy displacement double ender for long distance cruising, this boat is the epitome of seaworthiness; built strong and heavy with huge interior volume. The trade off is in nimbleness; she is slow through the tacks and slow to accelerate. In the early years, often sailed by beginners on badly setup rigs, boat speed was often lacking and she was ridiculed as the “Wet-snail 32” among the bluewater sailing fraternity, however some of this reputation has been shrugged off in recent years. When sailed well the Westsail 32 can surprise.

The Westsail 32 started out life as a flush-deck Kendall 32 when Larry Kendall approached Crealock to design a heavy displacement offshore sailboat along the lines of William Aitken’s famous 32 foot double enders Eric and Thistle . It’s said when asked how big the market for such a boat, Crealock estimated 10-12 boats. The Kendall 32 was introduced in 1969 and production exceeded Crealock’s estimates with a run of 30 boats.

It wasn’t until 1971 when a young electrical engineer turned boatbuilder by the name of Snyder Vick who bought the molds did sales begin to take off. He had Crealock redesign the deck layout, adding a cabin house and a revised interior. The new company became Westsail Corporation and the new boat was dubbed the Westsail 32. “Westsail the world” was the advertising mantra, oozing adventure in far away places. So successful was the marketing campaign that by June of 1973 Time Magazine featured a four page spread on “the cruising life” including a large image of a Westsail 32 in a suitably exotic location. It caught the imagination of the American public. The boat sold in incredible numbers, and along the way set in stone the shape and style of American bluewater cruising boats for nearly two decades.

In total 830 boats were produced by Westsail. To keep up with demand around 400 of these boats were sold as hull and deck kits; requiring interior finishing by their respective purchasers. Kits were sold in various stages of completion; Hull and Deck, Sail-Away, and a complete boat. With kits owners could add any option they felt they wanted including ballast, bulkheads, rigging, etc.

Although the Westsail 32 was a runaway marketing success, the company did not enjoy financial success. The petroleum crunch of the 1970’s hit the company hard. Their sales process involved taking orders for boats at fixed prices and selling them out in the order in which they received them. This meant that the company was selling boats up to eighteen months later at prices that were considerably outdated. The company ceased operations in 1981. The molds got sold to P&M Worldwide and another 15 boats were sold in kit form before production finally ceased.

Configuration & Layout

The Westsail 32 follows a long line of traditional double-enders dating back to Colin Archer’s famous 19th century Norwegian pilot boat Regis Voyager which itself was influenced by Archer’s earlier work with designing lifeboats.

A cutter rig sits on top with a bowsprit forward and on some boats a boomkin astern. Below the waterline is a very full keel drawing 5 feet.

The deck arrangement has offshore work in mind. The lifelines are high and the high bulwark combine to provide a sense of security on the foredeck. The cockpit is suitably tiny as was the thinking for blue water sailboats, but it gets crowded quickly with more than two people.

Down below, there’s an enormous interior volume, definitely one of the largest and most livable interiors for 32 feet. There is a huge V-berth forward followed by the head, a port side dinette and starboard settee and a U-shaped galley to port and a starboard navigation station and quarter berth aft. An optional interior featured opposing settees and a centerline table. Later mods included a change in the head configuration and a sit down chart table.

The joinery was aimed more for function than all out beauty and the factory finish varied through the years. Many of the kit boats were finished by their owners superbly, however some are in serious need of TLC.

Construction

The hull is heavily built from hand-laid fiberglass in 12 layers with polyester resin resulting in a hull that ranges from 3/4 inch near the topsides to 1 1/8 inches at the turn of the bilge. The 3/4″ bulkheads are marine plywood and tabbed to the hull with fiberglass.

Ballast varied between boats, but always with at least 7,000 pounds. Some had 2,000 pounds of lead and 5,000 pounds of steel punchings. From 1974, cast lead was used in the keel cavity in three sections. One can easily tell the lead ballast because the keel sump is much deeper under the engine pan.

The deck and cabin trunk is fiberglass cored with two layers of half inch plywood, with an extra two inch plywood base to reinforce below the mast step. Many boats had teak decks at an unbelievably thick (and heavy) 13/16 inches. There were three versions of the deck molds. The first mold had a forward hatch and large heavy sliding companionway with a lazarette hatch that sat up above the deck. The second mold added a center skylight hatch, and the last mold added a cockpit locker, flush lazarette hatch and tapered black anodized aluminum stanchions with aluminum built into the mold for easy on off removal.

Later hulls had fiberglass gudgeons, earlier hulls had stainless steel gudgeons with a bronze pintal.

The hull to deck join with its substantial bulwark is strong, though not impervious to leaking.

The Westsail 32 has a reputation for getting cruisers where they want to go, though not very quickly. According to most owners this is falsely deserved. Motion through the water is comfortable, but the ride has been criticized by some as being relatively wet. Often this is a result of owners overloading their boats. While the boat can easily carry all she needs for comfortable cruising, she will be affected by loading her below her water line. Some owners report the wetness comes from the cockpit seats being flush with the side decks, so any water channeling down the side deck is likely to wet your bottom (some custom boats have this problem solved with a cockpit coaming). Further; later models had a 3″ hawse pipe added midships that eliminated much of water entering the cockpit.

As with many boats with full keels, the boat tracks well but trades this off for maneuverability; both under power and while under canvas. Acceleration is sluggish due to its large wetted area and light weather performance (without the correct sail combination) is nothing to brag about; 10 knots or more is needed before the boats starts moving nicely. The best point of sail is a beam to broad reach between 90 to 120 degrees off the wind with an optimal heal angle of 20 degrees, with good trade winds owners report the boat is capable of  7 knots which is its hull speed.

In the early days the boat had a terrible reputation under sail, perhaps not entirely deserved. Many owners were new to sailing and didn’t have the experience to make a heavy displacement boat perform well. The early rigs weren’t optimal, the mainsails were too big and the headsails too small. The boat gained a reputation for weather helm.

In more recent years the Westsail 32 has turned its slow reputation upside down. In 1988 David King skippered his personally modified** Westsail 32  Saraband to a Trans-Pacific Cup victory, a remarkable feat given the light wind conditions that year. Additionally we hear reports of owners logging week-long consecutive runs of 140 to 160 mile days during trade-wind sailing. Record runs aside, most owners can expect to average around 110 miles per day in the trades.

** David King has documented his modifications for other members of the Westsail Owners Association. The tweaks include subtle modifications to the keel and a revised rig with a smaller mainsail

Buyers Notes

The Westsail 32 has suffered few if any structural problems over the years. It has a solid hull and osmotic blisters that appear on older boats are not an issue with the Westsail.

It’s worth checking out the fuel tanks, especially if they are of black iron. Other areas worth a check are the bottom fittings on the boomkin and the bobstay. Look for signs of rot in the plywood cored decking and signs of fiberglass compression at the mast step. As with any older boat, if the standing rigging is original consider replacing them.

Look for a boat that has 35 hp or more, the original 25hp Volvo MD2B is often reported as insufficient for a distance motoring into adverse weather.

There’s an active owners association at Westsail.org , it’s recommended interested buyers contact them for advice. Additionally, Bud Taplin is an known expert on Westsail boats, he was the first general manager at Westsail, and is now active in providing advice and surveying services for prospective buyers.

As at 2014 the asking price of Westsail 32s are in the range of $30k-$55k USD. Realistically these boats sell 10%-20% below asking price with most trading hands between $30k-$45k USD.

Links, References and Further Reading

» Westsail Owners Association at Westsail.org » Used Boat Notebook by John Kretschmer , an in depth look at the Westsail 32 (p73-p76) » Twenty Small Sailboats to Take You Anywhere by John Vigor , (Ch20, p125) an in depth look at the Westsail 32. ISBN:978-0939837328 » Boat US, Jack Horner’s review of the Westsail 32 » Wikipedia’s entry on the Westsail 32 » Westsail the World Documentary trailer on YouTube

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RM 970+: our 32-foot / 10m sailboat

The ideal 32ft yacht for family cruising.

With the RM970, you’re entering the serial cruiser category! Conceived as the perfect family liveaboard, this 32-foot sailboat will be your best companion to create great memories.

Port-hopping in the Med, coastal cruising in Ireland or Brittany, whatever your sailing plans, the RM970 will take care of your entire family in an optimum comfort, by providing true sensations of a lively, fast, and fun yacht to all crew members.

“THE RM970+, a concentrate of elegance and performances in a 32-footer”

Bright and modern interior, where everyone will find their own place

The RM970 embodies the RM Yachts fundamentals: a large and soft companion way, a 180-dregree visibility from the saloon (for comfort, safety and natural light), a pattern of soft and elegant tones for the furniture, and a massive volume for a yacht of about 10 meters!

The standard layout offers two cabins: a large aft one, closed by a door, and an open one at the front. Add to these two lateral bunks around the saloon table, an en-suite head with shower and toilets, and a large technical storage area. Loads of light and space, for all family members to find their own space on board of this comfortable liveaboard yacht.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

The RM970+’s hull has been designed for performance: volume at the bow and raised forefoot will increase planning capacity. Have a look at the numbers below, and you will see how her specific design speaks for itself.

Marc Lombard Design Group

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hull length

Single keel draft, twin keel draft, light displacement, engine in board sail drive.

Volvo Penta 20 CV

fuel capacity

Water capacity, holding tank capacity, furling genoa, asymmetric spinnaker, virtual tour.

Enter the saloon, find out about space and light, the soft and dry atmosphere, the perfect proportions of the interior of this modern 32-foot sailboat.

A powerful hull, with a modern and elegant design

At first glance, you can see that the RM970 is not the ordinary sailing yacht. Her hull volume, her raised forefoot, her reverse sheer line, her large transom, are many distinctive apparels of a performant yet elegant cruising yacht.

Certainly modern, and clearly seducing, the design of this beautiful plywood 32-footer immediately captures the attention. Then, you understand that this seduction is primarily serving performance and comfort at sea. Although she has been designed for families, the RM970 remains a seriously capable yacht!

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10 Best Sailboats To Live In

Last Updated by

Daniel Wade

December 28, 2023

Living aboard a sailboat is an exciting lifestyle choice, but there are lots of considerations you’ll need to make.

‍ First and foremost, you have to pick a boat to live in. Unless you plan on sleeping under a canvas tarp, it’s essential to find a sailboat with a proper cabin.

Cabin sailboats became common in the United States during the early 20th century, but size and amenities vary widely between boats.  

For example, early wooden sailboats generally featured very sparse accommodations below, typically consisting of a pipe berth, oil lamps, a coal-fired stove and a bucket privy—typically without standing headroom.

Fortunately, the majority of cabin sailboats came with a lot more than a bucket to wash with.

In this article, we’ll go over some of the most important considerations to make when choosing a sailboat to live on . After, we’ll give a top-ten list of the best used liveaboard sailboats you can buy today.

Table of contents

Why Live Aboard a Sailboat?

Thousands of people choose to live aboard their sailboats.  It’s an alternative lifestyle with a host of benefits for those willing to deal with the added challenges.  

Liveaboards can move their entire house on the water, and it’s typically cheaper to live on a boat than in a traditional house.

This is especially true in major waterfront cities, where rent in the same area as the marina can be several times more expensive.  

Some people love the marina lifestyle, and others travel the world.  All-in-all, living aboard a sailboat can be a rewarding, enriching, and financially-freeing lifestyle choice.

What to Consider when Buying a Liveaboard Sailboat

The most important thing to consider when buying a liveaboard sailboat is what level of accommodation you need.

Some people aren’t bothered by limited amenities; in fact, many traditional sailors prefer a stripped-down and basic sailboat interior. However, many others appreciate useful features such as electric toilets and a full galley.

You can find virtually every creature comfort on board a modern sailboat, so it’s up to you to decide what level of convenience you expect. ‍

For most people, a standard cruising sailboat interior from after 1970 will suffice, as these typically include a usable galley, shower, head, and ventilation.

Offshore VS Coastal Cruising Accommodations

Sailboat interior design is dependent on certain criteria, such as the sailboat’s intended use. Long-distance cruising sailboats have cabins arranged to suit such a journey.

Long-distance sailboats usually remove any unnecessary furniture or extras down below to increase storage, and sleeping options are altered to ensure easy access, which allows the crew to regain control of the boat in a pinch.

Coastal cruisers tend to feature a more luxurious layout, with larger sofas and more complex interior features. Additionally, storage space is generally reduced to allow for the inclusion of other amenities.

Whichever style you choose should reflect both how you plan to use your boat and what level of comfort you need.

What Makes A Great Liveaboard Sailboat?

For this article, we’ve outlined a few requirements which we believe identify an excellent liveaboard sailboat :

• Standing headroom (at least 5’10”)

While many people live aboard boats without standing headroom, it’s still a nice feature to have.  Months or years spent crawling or crouching can wreak havoc on your back and body, so standing headroom is a necessity in this list.

• 120V AC availability

Electricity is a definite requirement for our liveaboard list.  Boats without 120V AC outlets present major challenges to liveaboards, as there’s no way to charge most computers or cell phones.  Some boats feature a 12V outlet, but full-time liveaboard boats should have standard house connections for electricity.

• Galley facilities

Unless you plan on eating out every day, a galley is a must for our list.  We define an adequate galley as a facility with a sink, ice box or refrigerator, and a stove.  An oven is an added bonus, but one can usually be added along with a new stove.

• Electric lighting

Electric lighting is a matter of both safety and convenience aboard boats.  There’s nothing wrong with kerosene lamps; many sailors adorn their boats with them.  However, a long-term liveaboard boat should feature safe and reliable electric lighting.

• Toilet with plumbing

Sanitation facilities are vital on board a sailboat, especially if you live on it.  Improper human waste storage and disposal will spread awful diseases.  Plus, nobody wants to live on a stinky boat or use a porta-potty all year long.  We required each of our ten boats to have built-in and properly outfitted toilets, plus safe storage tanks for pumping out later.

Bathing facilities are also a must on most liveaboard sailboats.  However, many liveaboards opt not to use their on-board showers in favor of marina or gym facilities.  That being said, it is very convenient to have a shower on your boat.  Keep in mind, some boat showers drain directly into the bilge.  If you use your onboard shower, be sure to keep the bilge pump in working order and remember that anything you put in the drain ends up below your floor.

• Separate seating spaces

We think a liveaboard sailboat should have extra sitting spaces on board, apart from the main bed.  A place for sitting, eating, working, and navigating is essential when living aboard long-term, and the added convenience of a separate space will make day-to-day activities much more enjoyable.

• Ventilation

Last but not least, we believe ventilation is essential for any liveaboard sailboat.  This is the simplest of requirements, as a passive solar roof vent or opening porthole should be sufficient.  In short, there should be a way to let fresh air in without opening a main hatch.

Top 10 Liveaboard Sailboats

Here’s a list of the top ten liveaboard sailboats that you can purchase used today.

These are in no particular order, but each boat meets or exceeds the requirements of a great liveaboard sailboat.

Remember, the features listed for each of these boats could vary based on age or trim, so be sure to check back to this list when inspecting a boat.

Without further ado, here’s ten of the greatest liveaboard sailboats ever produced.

1. Catalina 30

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The Catalina 30 is one of the most common production cruising sailboats ever.

Thousands of these reliable and robust fiberglass boats still sail, despite the fact that they first entered the market in 1972.

This 30-foot boat features a modern and spacious interior, with all the accommodations you’d expect on a boat its size.

Most models feature a large and useful galley, along with running water supplied by electric pumps.

The Catalina 30 also featured a ‘suite’ layout, with a master bedroom V-Berth closed off to the rest of the cabin by a door.

An enclosed shower and head make it a pleasant boat to live on.

The layout of the Catalina 30 also featured a dinette, which serves as an excellent chart table or workspace as well.

2. Islander 36

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The Islander 36 is a well-rounded liveaboard sailboat which also has impressive cruising capabilities.

While manufacturing ceased in the 1980s, the I-36 was the company’s best-selling model with nearly a thousand built.

Islander boats are known for some well-adorned cabins, and many featured elegant wooden interior trim.

Like the Catalina 30, the Islander 36 includes an enclosed head with a shower and flush toilet.

The interior layout of the I-36 is spacious and well-designed, featuring a long port and starboard settee which folds out into a double-berth for sleeping.

An enclosed shower and spacious master berth make it a very well-rounded option for cruising and living aboard.

3. Contessa 32

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Contessa Yachts produced their venerable 32-foot cruising and racing sailboat from 1970 until 1990, but custom boatbuilders still manufacture the yacht today.

It’s well-known for cruising capabilities, but it has a lot to offer as a liveaboard as well.

The traditional cabin is thoughtfully designed, featuring a fold-up table in the center of the cabin floor.

The spatially conscious design of the Contessa 32 makes it an excellent option for the no-frills and organized sailor.

This vessel features a separate master bedroom, along with a head and shower in the hallway between the compartments.

4. Pearson 34

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Pearson produced their excellent 34-foot sailboat during the 1980s. This medium-sized cruising yacht features an extremely spacious interior with plenty of floor space to move around.

The layout is complex, but not overwhelming. The galley nook is functional and features convenient overhead storage for utensils giving it a ‘home-y’ feeling.

The head is enclosed and spacious, including a bathroom sink and mirror.

The separate master bedroom is also enclosed with ample clothing storage throughout.

Out of all the boats listed so far, the Pearson 34 should feel most like a traditional living space to most people.

If the Pearson 34 seems a little too compact, be sure to read on and check out the next two boats on the list.

5. Nordic 40

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So far the largest boat on our list, the Nordic 40 is a super-capable offshore cruiser with excellent liveaboard facilities.

This relatively rare boat features an extremely spacious interior, which is more than ample for a couple to live comfortably.

Standing headroom throughout, a spacious master bedroom, along with a nearly full galley allows for superbly comfortable living in any climate or region.

The extra storage aboard makes remote living possible, so owners can anchor out for weeks or months at a time with enough provisions to last.

While this boat isn’t very common, it’s still worth keeping an eye out for it while searching for a liveaboard sailboat .

6. Peterson 44

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The Peterson 44 is what’s known as a ‘center-cockpit cruiser,’ featuring a split-cabin both fore and aft.

This spacious interior layout maximizes living space without decreasing sailing capabilities.

The boat features a master bedroom and bathroom, along with another cabin, berth, and head behind the cockpit.

In addition to two bathrooms, it features a full galley, booth dinette, and settee.

All these extras combined with excellent storage make it an excellent liveaboard option.

Pearson is well-renowned for building excellent boats, and their interior quality is above average.

7. Nor’Sea 27

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The Nor’Sea 27 is a classic compact sailboat, which is ideal for minimalist or single people living aboard.

The interior is surprisingly spacious for its size, featuring all the amenities you’d expect on a larger boat.

This beautiful little boat likely mimics the comfort of a Catalina 30, and should cost less in slip fees.

The interior features a toilet, shower, and galley.

The forward berth converts into a dinette but features two other bunks underneath the cockpit.

Production of the Nor’Sea 27 began in 1976, and it’s still produced today.

And the best part—you can legally tow it on a trailer. It’s arguably the ultimate compact cruiser/liveaboard available today.

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The Cal 34 is very typical of mid-range sailboats of the 1970s. Produced between 1968 and 1975, this basic but comfortable yacht has a lot of potential as a liveaboard.

The interior is simple and spacious, without much luxury or adorning. However, less features make for less maintnence, and everything you’d need is available in the Cal 34.

A master bedroom, shower, and toilet are all standard, along with a well-arranged galley and comfortable sitting area.

The boat features ample storage for clothes, food, and gear.

All mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems aboard are easy to maintain, plus the cabin is well-designed.

9. Catalina 38

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Another classic Catalina sailboat makes the list, with a well-thought-out interior that’s spacious enough for a couple to live comfortably.

Catalina produced their 38-foot sloop between 1977 and 1990, and it came standard with many excellent liveaboard features such as electrical outlets throughout the cabin.

Also, the head is spacious and includes a sink, which is always very convenient.

With plenty of places to sleep, there’s no need to fold away the galley table to get some rest.

The Catalina 38 is another fantastic mid-sized sailboat for living aboard, especially if you aren’t quite comfortable inside a Catalina 30.

10. Hunter 33

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The last boat on our list is also one of the longest-lived in its category. Hunter produced their 33-foot sailboat starting in 1977, and it’s still in production today.

This handy mid-sized boat features excellent interior accommodations, with plenty of sitting and sleeping areas to choose from.

In addition to a full dinette, it features a toilet and shower aft away from the master bedroom.  Such an arrangement is a great option for sailors, as it allows the use of the head without moving too far away from the controls.

Standing headroom throughout the long cabin makes for a very comfortable long-term living arrangement.

The galley has plenty of storage space and the L-shaped layout allows for easy and efficient use.

At the end of the day, you’ll get to choose the liveaboard sailboat that works best for you. Check out some of the boats we mentioned and get an idea of what they offer.

Use this list to help identify features that you need, and perhaps avoid features that you don’t want.

When it comes to living aboard, there’s a lot more to consider than just your boat. As long as the boat you choose is in good condition, you’ll likely end up falling in love with it.

Either way, consider these top-ten liveaboard sailboats when you’re on the hunt for your boat.

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The best bluewater sailboats (we analyzed 2,000 boats to find out)

By Author Fiona McGlynn

Posted on Last updated: May 16, 2023

We analyzed two-thousand bluewater sailboats to bring you a list of proven offshore designs

What are the best bluewater sailboats?

This was a question we asked a lot of experienced cruisers when we decided to sail across the Pacific. We needed a boat after all, and we wanted to buy the best bluewater sailboat we could afford.

We heard a lot of strong opinions.

Some sailors thought it was reckless to go offshore in any boat that didn’t have a full keel.

Others prioritized performance, and wouldn’t dream of going anywhere in a slow boat like the Westsail 32 (a.k.a. a “Wet Snail 32”).

Opinions like these left us feeling confused like we had to choose between safety and performance.  

If we learned anything from these conversations, it’s that what makes a bluewater boat is a hotly debated topic!

However, there’s a way to cut through all the opinions and get to the bottom of it. The solution is….

We analyzed just under 2,000 boats embarking on ocean crossings (over a 12 year time period) and came up with a list of the ten best bluewater sailboats.

Where did we get our data?

The data for our best bluewater sailboats list comes from 12 years of entries in the Pacific Puddle Jump (PPJ), an annual cross-Pacific rally. We took part in 2017 and had a ball!

You can read about the methodology we used to analyze this data at the bottom of the post.

What do we mean by “best”?

We know, that word is overused on the internet!

Simply, based on our data set, these were the most common makes and models entered in the PPJ cross-Pacific rally. There were at least 10 PPJ rally entries for every make of boat on our top 10 list.

So, these boats are 100% good to go?

No! A bluewater boat isn’t necessarily a seaworthy boat. Almost every cruiser we know made substantial repairs and additions to get their offshore boat ready, adding watermakers , life rafts, solar panels, and more.

Also, you should always have a boat inspected by a professional and accredited marine surveyor before buying it or taking it offshore.

But my bluewater baby boat isn’t on this list!?

There are hundreds of excellent bluewater yachts that are not on this list. For instance, we sailed across the Pacific in a Dufour 35, which didn’t even come close to making our top 10 list.

Choosing the right boat is very much an individual journey.

Where can I find these bluewater boats for sale?

We recognize that a top 10 list won’t get you very far if you’re shopping for a bluewater boat (especially if you’re looking in the used market).

So, to help you find your perfect boat, we’re going to create a big list of bluewater boats that you can use to refine your search on Yachtworld, Craigslist, or any other places to buy a used boat .

Sign up for our newsletter to get our big list of bluewater boats list as soon as it comes out.

We’re also working on a series of posts by size class. For example, if you’re looking for a smaller boat, you can narrow it down to the best bluewater sailboats under 40 feet .

Takeaways from our analysis

There were no big surprises on an individual boat level. All of these makes are considered good cruisers, some of them are even best-selling designs! However, there were a few things that caught our eye.

“Go simple, go small, go now” still holds water

We were thrilled to see the smallest boat in our roundup at the very top of the list! Westsail 32 owners can take pride in their small but mighty yachts (and ignore all those snail-sayers).

While undoubtedly there’s been a trend towards bigger bluewater cruisers in recent years, small cruising sailboats seem to be holding their own. 60% of the monohulls on this list were under 40 feet (if you count the Valiant 40 which sneaks just under at 39.92 feet).

Cat got our tongue

So, we knew catamarans were a thing, but we didn’t fully appreciate HOW popular they’d become!

50% of our top 10 bluewater boat list consists of catamarans—a good fact to toss out the next time you’re trying to garner a happy hour invite on the party boat next door (which will undoubtedly be a catamaran).

Still got it!

We’ve got good news for all you good old boat lovers! 60% of the boats on our list were first built before 2000.

While these older models are less performance-oriented than modern designs, cruisers value these boats for their ability to stand up to rough seas and heavy weather. It just goes to show that solid bones and classic looks never go out of style.

Alright, without further ado, let’s dive into our list of the 10 best bluewater boats!

The 10 best bluewater boats

1. Westsail 32

The Westsail 32 is one of the most iconic bluewater cruisers and 19 have set out to cross the Pacific in the PPJ rally since 2009.

In 1973, this small cruising sailboat garnered a 4-page spread in Time magazine. The article inspired many Americans to set sail and the Westsail 32, with its double-ender design, set the standard for what a real bluewater cruiser should look like.

There were approximately 830 built between 1971 and 1980.

This small boat has taken sailors on ocean crossings and circumnavigations. Though considered “slow” by some, the heavily-built Westsail 32 has developed a loyal following for her other excellent offshore cruising characteristics.

If you’re interested in small bluewater sailboats, check out our post on the best small sailboats for sailing around the world .

2. Lagoon 380

The Lagoon 380 is a reliable, solidly built catamaran and considered roomy for its size. We counted 18 of them in our data set. With over 800 boats built , it may be one of the best-selling catamarans in the world. Like the other boats on this list, the Lagoon 380 has proven itself on long passages and ocean crossings, winning it many loyal fans.

3. Lagoon 440

18 Lagoon 440s have set out to cross the Pacific in the PPJ rally since 2009.

Why leave the comforts of home, when you can take them with you? The Lagoon 440 is a luxurious long-range cruiser, offering beautiful wood joinery, spacious accommodations, and a deluxe galley. Oh, and you have the option of an electric boat motor !

SAIL and Sailing Magazine have both done in-depth reviews of the Lagoon 440 if you want to learn more.

4. Amel Super Maramu (incl. SM 2000)

If you follow the adventures of SV Delos on YouTube, you probably know that the star of the show (SV Delos— in case the title didn’t give it away ) is an Amel Super Maramu. These classic bluewater sailboats can be found all over the world, proof they can go the distance.

We counted 16 Amel Super Maramus and Super Maramu 2000s in our list of PPJ entries.

Ready to join the cult of Amel? Read more about the iconic brand in Yachting World.

5. Valiant 40

When I interviewed legendary yacht designer, Bob Perry, for Good Old Boat in 2019, he told me that the Valiant 40 was one of the boats that most defined him and marked the real start of his career.

At the time, heavy displacement cruisers were considered sluggish and slow, especially in light winds.

Perry’s innovation with the Valiant 40 was to combine a classic double ender above the waterline, with an IOR racing hull shape below the waterline. The result was the first “performance cruiser”, a blockbuster hit, with over 200 boats built in the 1970s.

It’s no surprise we counted 16 Valiant 40s in our data set.

Cruising World magazine dubbed it “a fast, comfortable, and safe cruising yacht,” and there’s no doubt it’s covered some serious nautical miles.

It’s worth noting that there were blistering problems with hull numbers 120-249 (boats built between 1976 and 1981). Later models did not have this problem. Despite the blistering issues, the Valiant 40 remains one of the most highly thought of bluewater designs.

6. TAYANA 37

The Tayana 37 is another hugely popular Perry design. The first boat rolled off the production line in 1976 and since then, nearly 600 boats have been built. Beautiful classic lines and a proven track record have won the Tayana 37 a devoted following of offshore enthusiasts.

12 Tayana 37s have set out to cross the Pacific in the PPJ rally since 2009. Read more about the Tayana 37 in this Practical Sailor review .

7. Lagoon 450

If this list is starting to sound like a paid advertisement, I swear we’re not on Lagoon’s payroll! This is the third Lagoon on our list, but the data doesn’t lie. Lagoon is making some of the best cruising sailboats.

The 450 has been a hot seller for Lagoon, with over 800 built since its launch in 2014. While not a performance cat, the Lagoon 450 travels at a reasonable speed and is brimming with luxury amenities.

At least 12 owners in the PPJ rally chose the Lagoon 450 to take them across the Pacific. It’s no wonder SAIL had so many good things to say about it.

8. Fountaine Pajot Bahia 46

There were 11 Fountaine Pajot Bahia 46s in our data set.

Fountaine Pajot released the Bahia 46 in 1997, a sleek design for traveling long distances. Its generously-sized water and fuel tanks along with ample storage for cruising gear are a real plus for the self-sufficient sailor.

According to Cruising World , “Cruising-cat aficionados should put the Bahia 46 on their “must-see” list.”

9. Catalina 42 (MKI, MKII)

10 Catalina 42s (MKI and MKII) have set out to cross the Pacific in the PPJ rally since 2009.

The Catalina 42 was designed under the guidance of the legendary yacht designer and Catalina’s chief engineer, Gerry Douglas.

One of Catalina’s philosophies is to offer “as much boat for the money as possible,” and the Catalina 42 is no exception. According to Practical Sailor , Catalina aims to price its boats 15% to 20% below major production boats like Hunter and Beneteau.

Practical Sailor has a great in-depth review of the Catalina 42 .

10. Leopard 46

Since 2009, 10 Leopard 46s have embarked on Pacific crossings in the PPJ rally.

Leopards have won legions of fans for their high build quality, robust engineering, and excellent performance.

The Leopard 46 also boasts something of a racing pedigree. It was built in South Africa by Robertson and Caine and designed by Gino Morelli and Pete Melvin, who came up with the record-breaking catamaran Playstation / Cheyenne 125 .

Read more about the Leopard 46 in this Cruising World review .

Methodology

What the data is and isn’t.

The PPJ data was a real boon because it reflects a wide range of cruising boats: small, big, old, new, expensive, and affordable. We think this may be because the PPJ is a very financially accessible rally—the standard entry cost is $125 or $100 if you’re under 35 (age or boat length!).

We did look at data from other (pricier) rallies but found that the results skewed towards more expensive boats.

Needless to say, the data we used is just a sample of the bluewater boats that crossed the Pacific over the last 10+ years. Many cruisers cross oceans without participating in a rally!

Entries vs. completions

The data we used is a list of the PPJ entries, not necessarily the boats that completed the rally. In instances where we saw the same boat entered multiple years in a row, we assumed they’d postponed their crossing and deleted all but the latest entry to avoid double counting.

Boat make variations

The world of boat building and naming can get pretty complicated. Sometimes a manufacturer changes a boat’s name a year or two into production, other times the name remains the same but the boat undergoes a dramatic update.

For the most part, we’ve used SailboatData.com’s classification system (if they list the boats separately, then we have also), except where there are two separately listed models that have the same LOA, beam, and displacement.

Fiona McGlynn is an award-winning boating writer who created Waterborne as a place to learn about living aboard and traveling the world by sailboat. She has written for boating magazines including BoatUS, SAIL, Cruising World, and Good Old Boat. She’s also a contributing editor at Good Old Boat and BoatUS Magazine. In 2017, Fiona and her husband completed a 3-year, 13,000-mile voyage from Vancouver to Mexico to Australia on their 35-foot sailboat.

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13 Popular Full Keel Sailboats Worth Considering

Full keel sailboats are very stable and durable - they are great for cruising long distances. But there are disadvantages too. Let's look at what models to consider, and why.

Here are 13 good full keel sailboats that are worth considering:

Nicholson 32

Island packet 380, folkboat 25, cape dory 36, vancouver 32, tradewind 33, endurance 50, westsail 32, hans christian 52.

First of all let's have a look at why you should even be preferring full keel sailboats to a more traditional, widespread classical fin keel design.

Full Keel Advantages

As with everything, there are plenty of pros and cons on each side. Full keels generally provide better handling if the weather gets tricky, they track better, provide more stability downwind, and generally stabilize the boat movements better.

Furthermore, they are way more robust, thus less prone to damage. Running ashore isn't as big of a deal as it is with a fin keel and your rudder and propeller will be more protected with the mass of the keel in front of them.

Full Keel Disadvantages

With more mass and drag comes less speed. Plus the large surface area underwater holding the direction will result in a wider turning radius, which might be annoying in smaller spaces.

Fin Keel vs Full Keel: Pros and Cons & When to Choose Which

Fin keel advantages.

The largest advantage of fin keels is their speed. They also provide better maneuvering and a better turning radius.

Fin Keel Disadvantages

It is inevitably more prone to damage though, wear and tear will be a way bigger issue than a full keel. They won't have your back when a gust comes since the water-resistance to the side will be smaller.

It seems then that for serious longer passages, liveaboards, and long-term sailing, full keels are better. As long as you don't care for speed as much, but are concerned about the boat having your back, this is the answer. So let's now look at the superstars of the full keel universe.

The very prototype of a long-distance tough cruiser. It has been with us since 1963 and happens to be among the first fiberglass boat models produced on a mass scale. Nicholson 32 went out of production in 1981 and it was a model approved for the 2018 Golden Globe Race, proving that even older Nicholsons are still standing strong due to their toughness and ease of repair.

They were supposedly as durable as if made out of steel. Though I'll leave up to you whether you want to see that as a marketing claim or reality, such a statement can not be made without some base.

Plus the newer models have a lot of interior space, are manageable for solo sailing, and provide a sturdy ride to take one around the world.

The story here is similar to the above Nicholson - meaning that we are looking at one long-lasting high-quality cruiser. Not just because of this specific model's build - Island Packet in general was always known for this. And it is among the very few companies that, in the modern era, keep making full keel boats.

In other words, you don't see many shipyards focusing on full keels these days, so if you want one and you would rather go with a new boat, Island Packet will be one of the stops you will very probably make when doing your research.

If you are looking for reliable cruisers, you will like this one, since cruising is what it was built for, even if it meant sacrificing some performance aspects. It has a wide beam, a lot of interior space, all of the amenities a comfy cruiser should have, such as a big refrigerator with a freezer, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. The long keel here serves as a comfort helper, since, as mentioned before, it adds to the stability and reduces motion.

Not to sound repetitive, but the word 'reliability' has to be mentioned again. It seems that boat builders who choose the full keel design have something in common.

But since this particular boat was born during the Second World War and has been going strong to this very day, what other words to describe it? It has the Nordic blood in its veins since it was thought into existence by the Scandinavian Yacht Racing Union and since it prefers just about everything over comfort.

The boat is very stable, not just because of its full keel, but also because of its insane 55% ballast ratio. For those who haven't come across this before, the ballast ratio is the ratio of the ballast weight relative to the boat weight. So for instance the nearly 9 tonne Bavaria 40 with its almost 3 tonne ballast has a ballast ratio around 30 percent.

Thus you can imagine that a boat that 'wastes' more than half of its weight on ballast is serious about rigidity. These are performance racer numbers. But of course, if you are designing a boat that has to withstand the Scandinavian storms, you don't have a choice than to go overboard with specs. So if this toughness is what you seek, look no further.

...although as far as I know, all Cape Dory boats have full keels, regardless of their length. Their 36-foot model is just their most popular one. Cape Dories are known for their sturdiness, ability to cross the oceans because of their stability, and relative ease of handling.

They were engineered by Carl Alberg, who was inspired by the Scandinavian Folkboat, where reliability is worth more than comfort, or the interior space. This boat rocks a heavy rig for hardcore traveling, but its 1.5-meter draft makes it ideal for coastal cruising as well.

What's quite interesting about this particular model is that during its lifespan it went through very few changes. Boats usually evolve, sailors' feedback is taken into consideration for upgrades, but Cape Dory 36 remained relatively unchanged inside or out. This is a big compliment, since the brand started out in 1963, stopped production in 1991, and sold its blueprints so that they could be built further. Talk about longevity.

Let's progress in technology! Just because a long keel is an old-fashioned or more traditional approach, it doesn't mean it remains monolithic in its ideology. There were innovations in the concept, such as cutaways in the keel, to reduce the biggest drawback of this design, the drag.

So it only makes sense that Vancouver, a company that had distinctiveness and innovation in its mission and vision, would take part in this. Their 32-foot model that begun its lifespan in the early eighties, had a deeply cutaway forefoot, plus a rudder that was wider the deeper it was underwater, meaning its widest point was at its lowest point. This was to increase efficiency, and rudder response.

Technicalities aside, this boat was very well made, no corners cut, no expenses spared. This resulted in quite pricey vessels, out of reach of many, but much time has passed since, so today it can be yours for around 40 000 USD and up. And since the build quality was so high back then, you can still enjoy a proper boat, usually at a higher quality than boats equal its age.

The great thing about Australian sailboat makers is that they design their boats for long passages. How else would they get off of the continent? Freya 39 is a good example of this since it has not only circled the globe many times but also won the Sydney-Hobart Yacht Race three times consecutively. And that's a famously hard race.

The boat is built like a tank, with thicker fiberglass walls than you would find in its rivals. Despite that, its owners claim to have crossed over two hundred miles per day on it, a figure that is well known when it comes to this model. Which sounds plausible with its 7.8 kts of hull speed.

Its construction makes her one stable boat since it has been noted that during races, it was able to carry a spinnaker longer than its competitors, well into the 30 knots of wind speed.

The only drawback here is that if you fancy it, since it is so highly valued, and in demand, it will be tricky to find one to buy. And once you do, prepare to pay around 60 000 - 90 000 USD for it.

This one comes with a story attached to it. Once upon a time, a naval engineer Nick attempted to sail around the world. Halfway through, his boat gave up, which meant a lot of trouble for Nick, but he exited this disaster with a pretty precise idea for what his next project would be. He set on to design a boat that would be so sturdy that his sailing misfortune would never repeat.

Out of this incident paired with a smart brain, Wylo 2 was born. To make sure his design stands, after putting this boat on the water, he proceeded to live on it, while circling the globe a few times.

Others, seeing this success, bought his designs and they became quite widespread. As you might have guessed, this boat has a lot of space for living, for storing equipment and provisions, so it is comfy to live on, not only for your body but because of its sturdiness, for your mind too. These designs have accomplished some astonishing feats in all corners of the world, so if you put your trust in this design, you won't be making a mistake.

If I said this boat is sturdy and ready for just about any destination, I'd really be repeating myself now. So while that's true, let's talk about what's special about Tradewinds 33.

It has a rather small cockpit, so on-deck dinners while watching the sunset with the whole crew might be a bit improvised, but the space saved is used for an impressively spacious interior as well as a nearly flat deck. So moving about is a pleasure.

For liveaboards, this is a good idea, since storage space will be plentiful. Plus it's an elegant looking boat, with a forestaysail as a default setup. So rock on.

Time for a larger boat. So that if you want something that won't lack anything you might wish for, including space, I have something for you too. All Endurances are full keels, so if you fancy a smaller model, there is a way.

Even though it is relatively new, (you will find models from around 1995) it will make you feel like a medieval pirate, with its old-school helm, wooden interior, and a spacious aft cabin that has large windows facing back!

It is a proper bluewater cruiser, built in South Africa based on a famous Peter Ibold's Endurance blueprint. It sleeps a whole family, so if a circumnavigation with a few friends is what you seek, this is one for you.

If you are up for some single-handed sailing, pause here for a bit. Small sailboats are usually nimble, on the top of it, this one is also quite sturdy and stable, as full keels are.

You won't find much space below the deck, so don't expect to have a party of more than around two people, but at least it's a good looking interior, with charming round windows and many of the usual amenities.

They say that Mason sailboats are premium quality for a non-premium price. I wonder whether them being built in Taiwan has something to do with it.

Here is a quote by an owner of a 1986 model that says it all: "I am absolutely captivated by the boat and am not objective at all in my feelings toward her. The general construction is of the highest standard. Like an Irish hunter, she is a workhorse and a lady-maybe not quite as fast around six furlongs as a racehorse, but for the long pull, through timber, brush, and over walls, she is really something."

Now although this owner admits subjectivity, this boat indeed was built with quality in mind. Sturdiness too - not only is its fiberglass hull properly solid, but it also features longitudinal stringers to add further rigidity.

There is a lot of brightwork, which might sound nice at first glance, but since it requires quite a lot of maintenance, some owners even said they could do with less wood if it meant less upkeep.

All in all though, when it comes to getting a lot of boat for not a lot of money, this is it.

Does it make sense to even praise how heavy and sturdy this boat is built? Probably not at this point. Just know it ticks all the boxes. It is made of 12 layered fiberglass for Pete's sake.

The design was based on ideas of the Norwegian engineer Colin Archer, who made his boats such that they could withstand the northern seas. Pair that with the fact that the interior here is surprisingly spacious with 6 ft 2 in of headroom and you've got yourself one comfortable circumnavigator.

The issue stemming from the heavy build and a full keel, which is a slower pace, applies here more than usual though. This boat is absolutely reliable, but don't expect winning speed races.

Sadly, Westsail 32 was in production only for some 9 years. Sales were booming, they made over 800 boats, but bad business practices and cash flow issues resulted in its demise.

Not the author, the boat. If beauty and elegance are what you are after, this one will catch your eye. Just as was the case with Mason, these boats were produced in Taiwan. But since the goal of the engineers was to create the 'ultimate cruising sailboat' and they spared no expense, expect to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars for these boats, even though decades old.

The gorgeous classical design paired with the high build quality makes these exclusive pieces of work, plus quite a modern one since they ceased production in the 90s. So if you don't mind the higher price mark and are looking for something relatively new, that will, thanks to the build quality, last you for many years to come, this might be your choice.

Full keel sailboats are sturdy. Not only is that because of the full keel which itself provides a lot of structural integrity. But also because the choice of putting the full keel in means you are building something that prefers ruggedness and reliability over anything else. So it is logical that the rest of the boat will be built in the same fashion.

So if you don't mind sacrificing the few knots of extra speed, if you don't mind the smaller pool to choose from, if you want a boat that will have your back in pretty much any situation and place you will choose to go to, if you want to sail the Scandinavian design, go for it.

Arthur Rushlow

What a great page. Both my wife and I sailed Faulk Boats out of Canada prior to our moving to Florida. Once we arrived in Florida we had a Soveral 26 built we raced for three years prior to my returning to College and now 5 degrees later I am an Anglican Bishop with no boat.

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Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 A great family cruiser/racer the Ericson 32. The beautiful teak interior gives a warm feel below while providing 6' 2" of headroom and a spacious 10' 10" beam with plenty of comforts for the cruising family. There is a spacious U shaped galley to starboard with hot and cold pressure water, a 10" stainless steel sink with through-hull drain. It has a mini refrigerator (120 volt) installed with the original gimbaled 2 burner stove with oven provided separately. The galley also has plenty of counter space, a 6 cubic foot insulated ice box with insulated lid, a tilt-out dish caddy, a wine locker and additional storage drawers and cabinets. There is plenty of storage on board and two water tanks plus one water bladder for some 40+ gallons of water available. There is a navigation station to port and behind it there is a spacious 6' 6" quarter berth with opening ventilation ports. Forward of the nav station is the settee with seating for 4, and a convertible table that provides sleeping accommodation for 2 adults. All the way forward is the owners stateroom secluded by a private teak panel door, has a private changing area, hanging locker and bathroom with shower attachment on the sink. The head also has an 18 gallon holding tank for when mooring at the islands. On deck Beryl has everything you need for that casual afternoon sail, a cruise to the So-Cal islands or some competitive racing with a full crew. The vessel is designed and set up also for single handed sailing when you feel adventurous. The 6 gallon water heater is about one year old and the heat exchanger has been removed serviced and is like new. The motor is the Universal M25, 21 hp diesel and is bullet proof driving the boat on a windless day to 5-1/2-6 knots. As with any boat that has been enjoyed there are some issues for the buyer to be aware of: The hatches are crazed but not causing any issues. The upholstery is clean and healthy but is showing normal wear. There are various dents and dings that accumulate with an actively used boat.The boat is delivered to buyer as is where is on the water, Marina Del Rey area. Any shipping is at buyers cost and up to buyer to arrange.I am the second owner and have had and enjoyed this boat for 15 years, sale due to limited use.Payment to be cash or certified bank cashiers check before boat is turned over to buyer.To view the boat before making an offer contact me, serious buyers only please, no sea trial without accepted offer and $500-deposit. Any questions please call Frank 310-493-7786.

ENDEAVOUR 33 SAILBOAT 1984

Rome, New York

Classic, fast shoal draft cruiser with rich teak interior, AC and heat, and lots of extras. Spacious salon. If you are in the market for your first family sailboat or looking for a vessel to explore the coastal US, then you need to see this sturdy 1984 Endeavour sailboat. Traditional layout, comfortable and ready to explore. Good setup for the solo sailor. She would also make a very nice live aboard! Current yard rent paid until October 2014. Family illness forces sale. SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 32' 7" LWL: 27' 6" Beam: 11' 6" Draft: 4' 6" Displ.: 11,350 lbs. Ballast: 4,600 lbs. enclosed lead Mast Height above DWL: 48' 9" Rigging: Masthead Sloop Sail Area: 539.5 sq. ft. Main Sail Area: 228.15 sq. ft. Fore Sail Area: (100%) 310.5 sq. ft. SA/D: 17.09 B/D: 40.50 % D/L: 244 Hull Speed: 7.3 knots PHRF - Northeast: 156 Designer: Bruce Kelley Fuel Capacity: 36 gallons Fresh Water Capacity: Approx. 56 gallons Holding Tank: 12.5 gallonsACCOMMODATIONS Spacious Saloon with beautiful solid teak doors and cabinetry throughout. Traditional layout in good condition. V-Berth forward. Salon features L-shaped port settee (converts to double) with a fold away table and starboard bench settee. Single quarter berth & navigation table to port. Galley to starboard. · Nav. Station: Flip Top chart table at forward edge of Quarter berth, three drawers, Rolled chart storage · Head: Located aft of the master to port with vanity, holding tank, head, sun shower, bulkhead mirror, three lockers, drawer, fiddled shelf storage and screened port · Teak bulkhead mounted table with hinged extension and bookshelf/cabinet behind. · Blue upholstered settees/berths in good shape · Generous lighting throughout. TV/FM coaxial cable wiring at shelf over hanging locker · Berths: 6 · Headroom: 6' 2" ENGINE & MECHANICAL · Yanmar 3GM30F Diesel, fresh water cooled, professionally and regularly maintained. · Engine hours: 1,625. · Racor fuel filter · Dripless stuffing box · 3-blade bronze prop, serviced · 36 gallon, welded aluminum fuel oil tank HULL & DECK · Solid KlegeCell foam core decks (no balsa to rot), no soft spots anywhere. No hull blisters. · Skeg mounted rudder for directional stability and strength · Anchor roller at bow · Bruce anchor w/ chain, 200’ 5/8” rode in deep bow locker, excellent condition · Secondary Danforth anchor with chain & rode · Teak hand rails · Anodized aluminum toe rails · Propane deck locker, stbd., with aluminum tank, manual & electric shut-off · West Marine propane kettle grill and canvas cover-like new · Outboard motor mount · Custom foam cockpit cushions · S/S swim ladder · Boarding gates P & S · Fenders & dock lines · Cockpit Speakers · Companionway teak boards, refinished, stow in stbd. lazarette storage pockets. · Companionway swing doors, removable (need repair HELM · Edson pedestal w/38" SS destroyer wheel with 2 instrument pods · 5” Danforth compass in SS hood · Teak folding cockpit table · Removable Edson teak drink caddy SAFETY · Type III PFD's · LifeSling · CO Monitor · Fire Extinguishers · Flare kit · 12V Bilge Pump · Manual bilge pump · First Aid Kit SALON · Spacious interior layout with large fold-out table (shelves behind) · Abundant drawer and locker storage throughout. · 10 opening ports & two large overhead hatches · Teak & holly sole in good condition · Several 12v lighting fixtures · 12 volt fan · 1 Wood framed companionway screen · 1 Wood framed hatch screen GALLEY · SS Galley Maid propane stove and oven · Large icebox with shelves · Adler Barbour 12V refrigeration · SS Sink with H/C pressure water · Microwave oven · Flo-Jet 12 Volt electric water pump, demand type with an accumulator tank. · Whale foot operated water pump in the galley (needs mounting). · Beautiful solid teak stove-top/cutting board with green Silestone insert, with storage slot · Built-in plate and utensil storage · Wine glass rack · Cookware and tableware V-BERTH · V-berth 6'6" · 12 V fan & Solar powered vent fan in hatch · 1 Wood framed Hatch screen · 2 drawers, 2 side shelves & cabinet HEAD · Enclosed head with shower & sump pump · SS sink with hot & cold pressure water · Teak cabinets and storage · Holding tank monitor · Holding Tank: 12.5 gallons with Y-valve and pump-out ELECTRONICS · Autohelm with hand-held remote · West Marine VHF580 Radio · Depth Sounder · Knot meter · Aiwa 40 watt Stereo FM/AM/Aux input with 2 interior KLH speakers and 2 cockpit speakers · Mast-mounted TV-FM antenna · Mast-top VHF antenna ELECTRICAL · 12,000 BTU CruisAir Air conditioning / heating · Breaker Panel: 12 volt DC; 110 volt AC · 4 Batteries (2-12V, 2-6V) · Battery isolator · Xantrex 40Watt multistage battery charger · 110 volt 30A Ship-to-shore cable - 50 ft. · Seaward SS water heater, 6 gallon, 115 VAC/ heat exchanger. · 2 Mast-mounted P&S deck lights · Chart table gooseneck light - red · Brinkman Q-Beam 12V Spotlight, 400,000 CP CANVAS · Two-part full-deck awning/sun-shade (a $1,400 item) · Bimini on SS frame · Helm cover · Sail Cover · Winch covers · SS dodger frame-no canvas STANDING RIGGING · Hood roller furling on head stay · SS wire standing rigging & chain plates · Four (4) each port & stbd. shrouds · Keel-stepped aluminum spar-Exc. Cond. RUNNING RIGGING · Two (2) Lewmar No. 43 two speed self-tailing primary winches w/covers. · Two (2) Lewmar No. 8 single speed mast mount halyard winches. · 2 winch handles · Harken 4:1 ball-bearing mid-boom mainsheet traveler, cabin mounted · Hardware in place / sail cover designed for lazy-jack system. Needs lines. · Genoa tracks with twin-sheet Schaeffer blocks, port and stbd. · Dacron braid sheets · Dacron braid halyards, internal & external, outhaul & topping lift · Aft turning (cheek) blocks port & stbd. SAILS · Footless main sail - new and unused · Original main sail · Genoa head sail - roller furling with UV stripe FRESH WATER TANKS · Polypropylene tank mounted below the stbd. settee, 36 gallons · Polypropylene tank located under port side aft quarter berth, est. 20 gallons, w/ separate deck fillSPARES / EXTRAS / OTHER · Includes 5 Hostar stackable jack stands for off-season layup ($1,000 value) · 4 – 10”x10”x2’ Hickory staging blocks · New Beckson port screens · Tool set in drawer · Hatch WindScoop for ventilation · Stern flagstaff & flag · All manuals, incl. Yanmar · 115VAC Vacuum cleaner · New extra odor-resistant hose for sanitary plumbing · Deck brush, cabin brush and dust pan · Boat hook · Custom compact winter cover scaffolding-ready for tarp (shown in photos) · V-belts, engine hoses, hardware, etc. RECENT UPGRADES INCLUDE · Brand new main sail - never used · Epoxy hull re-faring · Cushions covers removed, cleaned & repaired · Compass serviced · Holding tank seal maintenance, cleanout and sanitizing · New shaft zinc · Bottom paint (9/2014) · Hull polish & wax (9/2014) Work Needed: Woodwork around forward port lights in main salon needs to be repaired/replaced. Bright work: hand rails, cockpit table and taffrailNew price reflects work needed on rudder. Recent repair did not work to seal it and there is water inside. SS rudder post is good and rudder seems solid, is probably serviceable but may ultimately need better repair or replacement. Price: US $ 19,500Located in Rome, NY on the Erie Canal (accessible to Lake Champlain, the Atlantic Ocean or the Great Lakes). This vessel is sold AS IS, WHERE IS.Not included / Negotiable: 8.5' Zodiac/West Marine dinghy, RU260, with oars, pump, bag, repair kit, plus 3.3 hp Mercury outboard - excellent. $950New-in-box Lewmar 1000 Pro-Series 12V Windlass, Stainless Steel. $700Pair (2) of new Lewmar Ocean Series 16CST Self-Tailing Winches, Chromed Bronze. $950 Call: 315-733-7305 (H) Text: 315-368-4939 (C) Email: [email protected] Endeavour 33: http://www.endeavourowners.com/boats/e33/e33brochure.pdf http://sailboatdata.com/viewrecord.asp?class_id=1878 http://sailboatdata.com/view_builder.asp?builder_id=27 http://sailboatdata.com/view_designer.asp?designer_id=162 Zodiac/WM RU-260 Inflatable “Roll-Up” Dinghy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0FSSffq5zM http://www.inriodulce.com/lostandfound/RU260.html Mercury 3.3 hp Outboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLY-tuSCkK4 http://www.mercury-marine.eu/mercury/en/Products/Products.aspx?Model=TwoStroke%203.3 Lewmar Winch 16CST: http://lewmar.com/products.asp?id=8150&lid=25361

Classic, fast shoal draft cruiser with rich teak interior, AC and heat, and lots of extras. Spacious salon. If you are in the market for your first family sailboat or looking for a vessel to explore the coastal US, then you need to see this sturdy 1984 Endeavour sailboat. Traditional layout, comfortable and ready to explore. Good setup for the solo sailor. She would also make a very nice live aboard! Current yard rent paid until October 2014. Family illness forces sale. SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 32' 7" LWL: 27' 6" Beam: 11' 6" Draft: 4' 6" Displ.: 11,350 lbs. Ballast: 4,600 lbs. enclosed lead Mast Height above DWL: 48' 9" Rigging: Masthead Sloop Sail Area: 539.5 sq. ft. Main Sail Area: 228.15 sq. ft. Fore Sail Area: (100%) 310.5 sq. ft. SA/D: 17.09 B/D: 40.50 % D/L: 244 Hull Speed: 7.3 knots PHRF - Northeast: 156 Designer: Bruce Kelley Fuel Capacity: 36 gallons Fresh Water Capacity: Approx. 56 gallons Holding Tank: 12.5 gallonsACCOMMODATIONS Spacious Saloon with beautiful solid teak doors and cabinetry throughout. Traditional layout in good condition. V-Berth forward. Salon features L-shaped port settee (converts to double) with a fold away table and starboard bench settee. Single quarter berth & navigation table to port. Galley to starboard. · Nav. Station: Flip Top chart table at forward edge of Quarter berth, three drawers, Rolled chart storage · Head: Located aft of the master to port with vanity, holding tank, head, sun shower, bulkhead mirror, three lockers, drawer, fiddled shelf storage and screened port · Teak bulkhead mounted table with hinged extension and bookshelf/cabinet behind. · Blue upholstered settees/berths in good shape · Generous lighting throughout. TV/FM coaxial cable wiring at shelf over hanging locker · Berths: 6 · Headroom: 6' 2" ENGINE & MECHANICAL · Yanmar 3GM30F Diesel, fresh water cooled, professionally and regularly maintained. · Engine hours: 1,625. · Racor fuel filter · Dripless stuffing box · 3-blade bronze prop, serviced · 36 gallon, welded aluminum fuel oil tank HULL & DECK · Solid KlegeCell foam core decks (no balsa to rot), no soft spots anywhere. No hull blisters. · Skeg mounted rudder for directional stability and strength · Anchor roller at bow · Bruce anchor w/ chain, 200’ 5/8” rode in deep bow locker, excellent condition · Secondary Danforth anchor with chain & rode · Teak hand rails · Anodized aluminum toe rails · Propane deck locker, stbd., with aluminum tank, manual & electric shut-off · West Marine propane kettle grill and canvas cover-like new · Outboard motor mount · Custom foam cockpit cushions · S/S swim ladder · Boarding gates P & S · Fenders & dock lines · Cockpit Speakers · Companionway teak boards, refinished, stow in stbd. lazarette storage pockets. · Companionway swing doors, removable (need repair HELM · Edson pedestal w/38" SS destroyer wheel with 2 instrument pods · 5” Danforth compass in SS hood · Teak folding cockpit table · Removable Edson teak drink caddy SAFETY · Type III PFD's · LifeSling · CO Monitor · Fire Extinguishers · Flare kit · 12V Bilge Pump · Manual bilge pump · First Aid Kit SALON · Spacious interior layout with large fold-out table (shelves behind) · Abundant drawer and locker storage throughout. · 10 opening ports & two large overhead hatches · Teak & holly sole in good condition · Several 12v lighting fixtures · 12 volt fan · 1 Wood framed companionway screen · 1 Wood framed hatch screen GALLEY · SS Galley Maid propane stove and oven · Large icebox with shelves · Adler Barbour 12V refrigeration · SS Sink with H/C pressure water · Microwave oven · Flo-Jet 12 Volt electric water pump, demand type with an accumulator tank. · Whale foot operated water pump in the galley (needs mounting). · Beautiful solid teak stove-top/cutting board with green Silestone insert, with storage slot · Built-in plate and utensil storage · Wine glass rack · Cookware and tableware V-BERTH · V-berth 6'6" · 12 V fan & Solar powered vent fan in hatch · 1 Wood framed Hatch screen · 2 drawers, 2 side shelves & cabinet HEAD · Enclosed head with shower & sump pump · SS sink with hot & cold pressure water · Teak cabinets and storage · Holding tank monitor · Holding Tank: 12.5 gallons with Y-valve and pump-out ELECTRONICS · Autohelm with hand-held remote · West Marine VHF580 Radio · Depth Sounder · Knot meter · Aiwa 40 watt Stereo FM/AM/Aux input with 2 interior KLH speakers and 2 cockpit speakers · Mast-mounted TV-FM antenna · Mast-top VHF antenna ELECTRICAL · 12,000 BTU CruisAir Air conditioning / heating · Breaker Panel: 12 volt DC; 110 volt AC · 4 Batteries (2-12V, 2-6V) · Battery isolator · Xantrex 40Watt multistage battery charger · 110 volt 30A Ship-to-shore cable - 50 ft. · Seaward SS water heater, 6 gallon, 115 VAC/ heat exchanger. · 2 Mast-mounted P&S deck lights · Chart table gooseneck light - red · Brinkman Q-Beam 12V Spotlight, 400,000 CP CANVAS · Two-part full-deck awning/sun-shade (a $1,400 item) · Bimini on SS frame · Helm cover · Sail Cover · Winch covers · SS dodger frame-no canvas STANDING RIGGING · Hood roller furling on head stay · SS wire standing rigging & chain plates · Four (4) each port & stbd. shrouds · Keel-stepped aluminum spar-Exc. Cond. RUNNING RIGGING · Two (2) Lewmar No. 43 two speed self-tailing primary winches w/covers. · Two (2) Lewmar No. 8 single speed mast mount halyard winches. · 2 winch handles · Harken 4:1 ball-bearing mid-boom mainsheet traveler, cabin mounted · Hardware in place / sail cover designed for lazy-jack system. Needs lines. · Genoa tracks with twin-sheet Schaeffer blocks, port and stbd. · Dacron braid sheets · Dacron braid halyards, internal & external, outhaul & topping lift · Aft turning (cheek) blocks port & stbd. SAILS · Footless main sail - new and unused · Original main sail · Genoa head sail - roller furling with UV stripe FRESH WATER TANKS · Polypropylene tank mounted below the stbd. settee, 36 gallons · Polypropylene tank located under port side aft quarter berth, est. 20 gallons, w/ separate deck fillSPARES / EXTRAS / OTHER · Includes 5 Hostar stackable jack stands for off-season layup ($1,000 value) · 4 – 10”x10”x2’ Hickory staging blocks · New Beckson port screens · Tool set in drawer · Hatch WindScoop for ventilation · Stern flagstaff & flag · All manuals, incl. Yanmar · 115VAC Vacuum cleaner · New extra odor-resistant hose for sanitary plumbing · Deck brush, cabin brush and dust pan · Boat hook · Custom compact winter cover scaffolding-ready for tarp (shown in photos) · V-belts, engine hoses, hardware, etc. RECENT UPGRADES INCLUDE · Brand new main sail - never used · Epoxy hull re-faring · Cushions covers removed, cleaned & repaired · Compass serviced · Holding tank seal maintenance, cleanout and sanitizing · New shaft zinc · Bottom paint (9/2014) · Hull polish & wax (9/2014) Work Needed: Woodwork around forward port lights in main salon needs to be repaired/replaced. Bright work: hand rails, cockpit table and taffrail.Price: US $ 26,500Located in Rome, NY on the Erie Canal (accessible to Lake Champlain, the Atlantic Ocean or the Great Lakes). This vessel is sold AS IS, WHERE IS.Not included / Negotiable: 8.5' Zodiac/West Marine dinghy, RU260, with oars, pump, bag, repair kit, plus 3.3 hp Mercury outboard - excellent. $1,200New-in-box Lewmar 1000 Pro-Series 12V Windlass, Stainless Steel. $700Pair (2) of new Lewmar Ocean Series 16CST Self-Tailing Winches, Chromed Bronze. $950 Call: 315-733-7305 (H) Text: 315-368-4939 (C) Email: [email protected] Endeavour 33: http://www.endeavourowners.com/boats/e33/e33brochure.pdf http://sailboatdata.com/viewrecord.asp?class_id=1878 http://sailboatdata.com/view_builder.asp?builder_id=27 http://sailboatdata.com/view_designer.asp?designer_id=162 Zodiac/WM RU-260 Inflatable “Roll-Up” Dinghy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0FSSffq5zM http://www.inriodulce.com/lostandfound/RU260.html Mercury 3.3 hp Outboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLY-tuSCkK4 http://www.mercury-marine.eu/mercury/en/Products/Products.aspx?Model=TwoStroke%203.3 Lewmar Winch 16CST: http://lewmar.com/products.asp?id=8150&lid=25361

1978 32 Endeavour sailboat SOUTHSHORE TAMPA FLORIDA SLIP AVAILABLE

Orlando, Florida

READY FOR YOU SITTING ON THE WATER NOT ON DRY !!!!!!!! CHEAPEST 32 FOOT SAILBOAT ON N FLORIDA !!! FAST BOAT !!!!This 1978 Racing classic was designed by Ted Irwin and over 1000 were made. She is well built, sails wonderfully and is an easy single handed boat. She has a roller furler and main sail that are in good shape, with only 1 deck stay in need of replacement. Inside she needs an all new interior. The onboard diesel is gone and a outboard motor well was installed and The vessel is docked in the southshore of Tampa bay and available for showing with notice. The current slip is available on a Tampa Bay and transfarable 9 dollars per foot and includes a family owned facility 11 miles across from saint petesburg Salvador Dali museum area marina.Fantastic for live on board or spend the weekend with the family . they offer bath and shower ! 24 hours access common area with 2 gas grills free of charge and a big smoker ! small pets allowed . I pay on a month to month basis 308 bucks only with electricity , 30 amps water and wifi .... Equipment: the boat is in need for a new cabin but easy to do it repaint the outside some small fixing will be requested. D E S I G N&H I S T O R Y The Endeavour 32 began life back in 1970 as the Irwin "Classic" 32. Ted Irwin designed her as a dual-purpose cruiser-racer before the development of IOR. By 1978, the IOR was in full swing, and boats such as the Irwin 32 were obsolete as racers, since PHRF had not yet emerged to help handicap non-competitive boats raced at the club level. WILL INCLUDE A 25 HP ENVINRUDE OUTBOARD LONGSHAFT IN WORKING CONDITION . YES THIS IS A PROJECT BOAT THIS BOAT NEEDS SOME TLC NEW CABIN BUT WORTH THE PENNIES I AM ASKING !!!!!!!!!! 1900 BUCKS 30.000 THOUSAND DOLLARS FOR LESS... BUT ONCE YOU FINISH IT THE BOAT WORTH AROUND 20K PS: THE BIMINI TOP ON PICTURE IS NOT IN THERE ANYMORE NO BIMINI INCLUDED IS ALREADY SOLD ! Take it before I change my mind MY LOSS YOUR GAIN ! GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!

27Ft Sailboat, Dofour Safari

Huron, Ohio

Make Dufour

Model Safari

Category Daysailer Sailboats

Length 27.0

This is an outstanding READY TO SAIL Sloop. Length 27 Ft , beam 9.2Ft, draft 4.3 Ft. Used in fresh water on Lake Huron and on Lake Erie. There are impressive upgrades and improvements aboard this vessel. A new navy blue bimini was installed new this year and not on the pictures, but comes with boat. The power train consists of a professional factory rebuild on a Westerbeke four cylinder self-bleeding 30 HP Diesel (80 hrs.). Oil changes can be done in less than 15 minutes!. The attached drivetrain is 100% new as of 2014 as follows: Damper plate, Heavy duty adapter plate, Z-transmission, Coupler, Drive Shaft, Dripless seal, Cutlass bearing, Zinc, Engine rails and Mounts. This drive train provides superior maneuverability, smoothness, and quiet operation in any weather conditions and quickly starts in warm or cold temperatures. The rigging is in excellent condition with dual back stays, six shrouds and furling forestay. The aluminum mast features interior lines and floatation, All safety lines are new with heavy duty ¼ in ss cable and fittings. Sails consist of a nearly new 135% furling Genoa (This is a high end QUANTUM SAIL with all the bells and whistles) costing in excess of $2k. This sail is crispy and white complete with Sunbrella sun guard. The main is a fully battened Ray Leonard with double slab reefing and is in great shape (no rips or repairs) and comes with a matching Sunbrella sun cover. Lewmar winches in good working order, CSI Flexible Furler, Boomvang, Cunningham, Travel Car for main sheet,CQR 20 pound anchor and 100 feet of rope with short SS chain. 2nd Danforth lunch hook anchor, Simpson Lawrence 600 Electric windlass with capstan and deck mounted foot switches, Standard marine radio, New blue sea systems AC and DC electrical panels and all new wiring throughout, including the mast, new Moore digital sonar depth sounder, Bulkhead mounted compass and speed log. The hull is solid hand laid glass in superior condition with new Groco seacocks. The hull was awlgripped a few years back. Misc: Transom mounted SS swim ladder, solid SS bow cleats, Cabin fan, Halogen and LED interior lights, Custom dinette, New interior Cushions, Cockpit cushions (open cell foam), Electric and manual bilge pumps, plug in shore power and plug in generator wiring, SS fuel tank, Solid Brazilian cherry cabin sole, Map table with storage, Panasonic SS inverter microwave, Butane stove top burner, built in icebox and ice chest, deep sink, New Sealand toilet with new 7 gallon holding tank, and electric pump water flush, two New water storage tanks and all new water hoses and deck fittings for toilet, Hanging closet , V-bunk cabin with locking doors. This is a superior sailing boat with a very low center of gravity giving a stable ride without excessive healing. This sailboat is at its best in heavy weather. A great interior (see photos). And some other items not mentioned/pictured here. There is over twenty thousand dollars invested in this fine boat. Clear Ohio title. NOTE! The trailer shown with the boat is NOT part of this auction but is available for purchase (see details below).The trailer is a custom designed trailer and built in an iso certified mfg. facility on a Venture triaxle. It is unique in that it will transport a wide variety of both sailboats and power boats and can be changed over in under an hour with just a set of standard wrenches. Specs. are as follows; Max boat length power or sail= 32 feet, max payload=13000 lbs. keel depth up to 6 ft. The trailer has truck style heavy duty drum brakes on all three axles. It has a 7 inch high strength beam with 10 guage hot dipped galvanized cross members. If the winning bidder on the sailboat opts to buy the trailer the price would be 8,000 (firm) and paid for separate from ebay. If not, the trailer will be listed later at 9,000. The trailer has only 3500 miles and would cost 12,500 if you buy it as a new trailer.Shipping will be the responsibility of the buyer.Please see my 500+ all positive feedback, bid with confidence.

Bristol, Rhode Island

Category Pilothouse Boats

1985 LM 32 This 1985 LM 32 is located in Rhode Island She is a magnificent example of a canoe stern pilothouse sailboat, which typically provides excellent sea keeping ability. She comes equipped with radar, GPS, auto helm, and has a white bimini top over the cockpit as well as a blue mooring cover. Very comfortable below she's a great example of Danish boat building. The LM in this case stands for  Lunderskov Møbelfabrik. (I know-  easy for me to say). Let's just stick with LM. Powered by a Yanmar diesel with only 261 hours on it. All LM boats came with a very complete list of standard equipment, including lifelines, pulpits, speedometer, depthsounder, boarding ladders, anchor and rode, fenders, fire extinguishers, and even dishes and cutlery. She does have a crack in the forward hatch that has been repaired so there's no leakage, but you might want to consider getting it replaced.The LM32 The 32 shares all the obvious characteristics of the LM line—particularly the distinctive canoe stern and pilothouse. In most respects, it is simply a larger version of the smaller models. The boat is 32 feet in length and has a 27-foot, 10-inch waterline; its beam is 10 feet 8 inches, and it draws 4 feet, 11 inches. The bilge keel models (called twin-keel in some brochures) draw 4 feet, 1 inch. Displacement is 12,000 pounds, with 4,400 pounds of ballast.Accommodations The LM32’s cockpit is sizable considering that canoe-stern boats usually have shortened cockpits. There are bench seats on each side of the cockpit, and a large fold-out table easily can seat six. The boat has a white canvas bimini that covers the cockpit. There are lockers under each of the bench seats—propane tanks on the port side—and a huge locker under the cockpit sole. At the top of the rudder-stock is an attachment spot for the removable tiller, which can be used if you want to sail from the cockpit rather than from the pilothouse. The wheel steering in the pilothouse has a mechanical disconnect so the tiller moves freely. At the forward end of the bench seats on each side are the halyard and reefing lines, which run inside a channel on the side of the pilothouse and terminate in cam cleats in front of stainless  winches. The mainsheet has a single cam-cleat attachment point at the back edge of the pilothouse, and the sheet hangs down into the cockpit. At the front of the cockpit, double sliding doors open up to the pilothouse. On the starboard side is the steering station with a raised captain’s seat and a second fold-up seat that slides out so two people can share the helm. A wood steering wheel is immediately ahead, and engine controls, the electrical panel, and sailing instruments are directly in front of the helmsman. The chart table is immediately ahead of the wheel. This setup is good for laying down a chart so the helmsman can see it.

1982 47' Formosa Peterson Center Cockpit Cruiser Sailboat

Key West, Florida

Located on the doorsteps to the Caribbean in Key West Florida.For a full set of pictures and to see some shots from our sailing adventures with the boat visit www.formosa46.com Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE Known around the world as one of the fastest center cockpits ever built, this Doug Peterson design offers the offshore cruising layout with a comfortable aft cabin with separate cockpit access as well salon entrance.The forward cabin offers a large V Berth, and Queen size berth in Master, both staterooms offer private adjacent Head Compartments with showers. She is a well maintained example of the beautiful Old World Craftsmanship in the cabinetry and joinery in the varnished teak interior.Bear Sniff has had a multitude of updates including Electronics and Instruments, 500W Wind Generator, Recently Varnished Deck Woodwork, Life Raft, RIB Dinghy With Engine, Asymmetrical Spinnaker, Complete New Running Rigging, New Heads, All Sails Reinforced for Cruising, New Antifouling New Thru Hull Valves, Updated mechanicals and all winches professionally serviced.Please see full specs below for complete details. Bear Sniff is powered by a Ford Lehman 2712E Engine, has Marine 16KBTU Reverse Cycle AC, can sleep six and is a fine example of a world cruiser, or Spacious Liveaboard. With her abundant number of recent upgrades Bear Sniff is a much desired cruiser.Bear Sniff features an offshore curising layout with a comfortable aft cabin with a separate cockpit access hatch as well a salon entrance. The Aft cabin includes a head with shower to port and a spacious double berth.The forward cabin is a large V-Berth with a second head located to port just aft of the cabin with plenty of storage opposite. The Nav Station is located at the aft starboard corner of the salon.The L Shaped Galley is opposite with tile countertops, and the folding dining table seats six, extending the length of the salon. Port and Starboard are comfortable settees that can double as berths. The excellent craftsmanship is apparent in the lovely varnished teak interior throughout plus teak and holly sole. DimensionsLOA: 47 ft 1 inBeam: 13 ft 0 inLWL: 40 ft 0 inLength on Deck: 47 ft 1 inMinimum Draft: 6 ft 3 inMaximum Draft: 6 ft 3 inDisplacement: 33000 lbsBallast: 11330 lbs EnginesEngine 1:Engine Brand: Ford LehmanEngine Model: 2712EEngine Type: InboardEngine/Fuel Type: DieselEngine(s) Total Power: 80 HPTanksFresh Water Tanks: (150 Gallons)Fuel Tanks: (100 Gallons)Holding Tanks: (20 Gallons)AccommodationsNumber of single berths: 2Number of double berths: 2Number of cabins: 2Number of heads: 2Outside Equipment/ExtrasTotal Liferaft Capacity: 6Manual windlassGalleyMicrowave Oven Kenyon Marine Stove with Oven12V Refrigeration with frost condenser & Super cool Air cooled compressorHot/Cold Pressure Fresh WaterFull Kitchen UtensilsNew Water Pressure Pump(2) Vacuum CleanersNew Potable Water Filter(4) Cabin FansRoom Air Filter(4) Cabin Pillows(4)Sets of Blankets & PillowsFull Galleyware of pots, plates, cups etc.(2) Deep S/S Sinks Electrical8KW 110V Westerbeke Genset (rebuilt 2006) New 500 Watt Wind Generator & Battery Charger (not fitted) 110V to 12V Electrical Panel rewired Dec 2012NEW 20 amp Smart Battery Charger(2) Group 29 House BatteriesGroup 29 Engine Start BatteriesGroup 27 Gen-Set Battery(2) 30 amp Shore Power CordsBluetooth Stereo12V & 110V Electrical Panel Recently Rewired(4) Cabin Fans (not fitted) ElectronicsEPIRBAIS & DSC VHF and New AntennaeRaymarine Smart Pilot and Hydraulic Autohelm UnitNew Icom Backup VHF M 35 w/New Whip AntennaeMast Antennae Replaced 9-13Raymarine Autopilot (hydraulic drive)NEW 2012 Lowrance HDS-7 Chart Plotter w/ High Resolution Depth SounderRaymarine i70 Smart Display Control UnitB & G Wind, speed, Depth InstrumentsRadar Reflector26” LCD TVBluetooth Stereo/CD PlayerDeckHull antifouled and all anodes replaced (Sept 2013) Danforth Anchor#45 Delta AnchorCQR AnchorSmall Danforth Dinghy AnchorRIB Dinghy w/ 2.5hp EngineFoot Pump for DinghyManual Simpson Lawrence WindlassCockpit TableCockpit PillowsCockpit SpeakersCaptains Chair PillowSix person Offshore Life Raft(2) Inflating offshore Life Jacket w/ Harness(2) Inflating Coastal Life Jackets(2) HarnessesOne set of jacking straps(4) Thru-Hull Valves Replaced 2013All Deck Woodwork re-oiled Sept 2013(4) Sets of Strobe Lights, Whistles, Sea Dye, Glow SticksFull set of Flares, including Flare Gun, Flag & Spare Cartridges(3) NEW Fire Extinguishers(1) New Safety DrogueBimini(5) FendersBarge BoardNumerous Ropes & SheetsBinocularsHammockSails & RiggingComplete New Running Rigging Professionally replaced and installed Dec 2012 Full Batten Quantum Mainsail New 2006, reinforced Dec. 2012 for cruising w/deep second reef point130% Quantum Genoa New 2006, reinforced Dec. 2012Staysail (excellent condition)Asymmetrical spinnaker & BagComplete New Running RiggingSail CoverHarken Roller Furling(4) Winch HandlesS/S Standing RiggingALLWINCHES PROFESSIONALLY SERVICED DEC 2012(2) Barient 32 Two Speed Primary Winches(2) Barlow 25 Two Speed Winches one on Combing, one on Coachhouse(3) Barient 21 Two Speed Winch on Combing(4) Barlow 25 Two Speed Mainsheet WinchBarlow 20, 21, and Aqualast 22 Two Speed Winches on MastEngines & Mechanical80HP Ford Lehman engine7 amp Altenator(2) Fuel Tanks w/Racor Oil/Water Separator (approx 100 gal)(3) Water Tanks (approx 200 gallonsHolding Tank (approx. 30 gallon)Recently refurbished Water Pump Sept. 2013Oil & Filters Changed Every 100 hoursManual and Automatic bilge Pumps110V Air Conditioning(2) Heads Replaced Dec 2012(3) Portable Diesel Tanks(1) Gas TankOil Vacuum PumpMacerator Pump$3000 Full Set of Tools for everything you want to do on boardNumerous Spares (Screws, washers, rope, cable, bilge pumps, impellors, fixtures etc)Full Set of Spare Oil, Fuel, & Water Filters Contact me for a full list of equipment not included in the sale. Mainly personal effects etc. If you have any questions or wish to arrange an inspection feel free to contact me to discuss.________________________________________________________________________________ In answer to the many of the questions posed to me here are a few more details:- I've owned the boat for two years. Initially it was purchased in Houston with big plans to sail the Caribbean but life unfortunately got in the way. During that time I've refit many of the items on the boat and this is outlined above.- Yes the boat can be viewed in Key West, Florida, USA. For those that are interested message me and I'll give you the contact details of my local Key West broker.- The boat is currently Australian registered but will be de-registered as part of the sale. So the new owner can get the boat re-registered with the USCG.- Yes the boat is capable of offshore voyages, but no I wouldn't jump in this tomorrow and sail across the Pacific. Not due to any structural fault in the boat. I would add better water storage, a water maker, fit the wind vane, purchase some spare sails, fit a full bimini cover etc. before committing to such a voyage. Of course you would want to have had a lot of experience offshore before crossing the North Atlantic.- More images of the boat and the trips we've taken can be found at www.formosa46.com- No I will not trade for another boat unless someone has a similar size/condition vessel in Australia.- Yes the price is negotiable within reason as are the sale terms. Please contact me to discuss.- The boat is very well equipped with all the safety gear you could ever hope for and is in a good condition.

2014 Bauer 12 Sailboat w/Trailer Like New Only Used 5 Times - Located in FL

Palatka, Florida

Make Bautek Marine

Model Bauer 12

Category Sailboats

Length 12.5

2014 Bauer 12 Sailboat by Bautek Marine. It is like new. Only sailed 5 times in fresh water. Comes with 2014 Magic Tilt Trailer. Just don't have the time to use it. It has UK sails also in like new condition. It measures 12'5" long, it has a 6 foot beam. It draws 6" with the board up and 32" with the board down. Sail area is 118 square feet. It is a nice sailing boat. Very comfortable for 2 adults. They are built locally in St. Augustine, FL. A new one with a trailer goes for about $9,000. The boat is available for local pick up. It trailers very easily. I will deliver it within a 200 mile radius of Palatka, FL. If you have any questions, please ask before you bid.

Morgan WEST INDIES 36 SAILBOAT...Beautiful... in St Pete Fl.. EXTENSIVE refit

St. Petersburg, Florida

Make HERITAGE YACHT CORP

Model Morgan WEST INDIES 36

Category Cruiser Motorcycles

Length 36.5

Gorgeous, ...over 65k spent on refit....***1996 Perkins M30 fresh water cooled diesel***, low hrs. starts runs, excellent, no smoke, new oil and filter perkins m30 owners manuel Brand new bottom paint, 3 coats...12/2016, @ $2000 Built and designed by Charlie Morgan in Clearwater Fl. hull #4 of 40 built 36.5 feet on deck....38 feet overall length Heavy, thick hand laid FG hull and deck, combined with original robust construction... FAR EXCEEDS standard sailboats such as: islander, catalina, irwin,pearson, columbia, hunter, ericson etc... 11, newer solid Stainless Steel ports. 2 newer SS Lewmar deck Hatches. all new running rigging. newer ss Norseman cones all around custom SS mount mid boom mainsheet track with all new blocks '14 newer turnbuckles oversized lower shrouds internal halyards ***2014,... new (5) thick oversized massive SS electropolished chainplates. ... external lead keel dropped: new SS studs and bolts, and new SS backing plates, then rebed...new SS awthwartship stringers thrubolted under cabin sole...along with new SS mast step..rudder dropped, new rudder gland with new packing, new steering quadrant, new SS rudder boss, new steering cables....2014......all these above;...exceptional, laborious, expensive, extensive comprehensive metal refits. .****. seperates this vessel from just about any other vessel from this era....truly an incredible update refit..., on a deserving, thick , strong hull and deck..**** ..she's ready for another 50 years of service....*** an outstanding, capable sailing vessel...virtually one of a kind...! Pride of ownership evident Throughout!... mast rewired '14 new masthead tricolor light new mast mount foredeck light deck completely stripped of all hardware and Imron jet aircraft painted 2007, topsides and deck; with blue cove and boot stripes, shiny and beautiful...bulletproof...$600/ gallon,...yet another major, massive Expensive upgrade...update... new 2014 Garmin 740s color , touchscreen GPS navigation station vhf radio, stereo CD, dual speakers all new hoses and ss clamps on 1996 Perkins diesel engine and exhaust new engine water pump, 2014 merely 1100 hours,( low hrs.) on 1996 Perkins M30 diesel, ....runs, starts excellent, no smoke. new oil and filter on engine 12/16. new 1" thick engine room insulation /sound deadening new Raycor fuel filter plastic 28 gallon fuel tank, engine burns 1/2 gal /hour @ 6 knots cruise. 2 plastic water tanks, 80 gallons water total new cutlass bearing and shaft packing, '14,... 3 blade prop new 6 volt golf cart batteries,235 amps,... new deep cycle 12 volt engine start battery 135 amps.... 10/16 Pro mariner 20 amp 3 bank automatic battery charger new hi output 95 amp alternator and belt 6/16 new LPG princess 3 burner SS stove and oven new xtra custom cockpit scuppers with bronze valves, '14,... total 4 scuppers in cockpit new cockpit cushions '14 Teak cockpit floor grate, with blue canvas cover new canvas '14; to include... mains'l cover, hatch covers, new bimini top, new custom main compainionway hatch cover,... teak grate cockpit floor canvas cover. all new interior cushions '14 Excellent Lavac vacuum head, manuel, with 15 gal. plastic holding tank. 7 cu ft ice box with '90's engine driven grunert refrig freezer with holding cold plates, 1/2 hp compressor, needs work or replacement. newer stem head backing plate. CPT wheel autopilot, excellent 2009, over $2100 when new... new masthead windex '14. Simply, a magnificent well found sailing vessel, visually appears to be about 5 yrs old....Stunning,... everyone who sees her compliments her classic beauty. 55ft mast, 695 sail area yields excellent sailing performance, sails and rigging in very good condition.. 36' 5" on deck, 38 ft. overall, 4'2" draft, centerboard delete, trunk filled with 300lbs.lead and epoxy then sealed, Large rudder with large full skeg,.. 7300 lb.external lead keel,..17,000 lbs. dry unloaded...20,000 lbs. cruise loaded.... 12 ft beam,...* 32 foot long waterline.... sturdy , stable, stout, solid and strong... ..capable of sailing anywhere in the world.. USCG documented vessel,... no liens , privately owned outright. twin anchor rollers on extended spit, thus 38 ft overall, with dual hawse pipes and 2 anchor rodes with chain, 35 lb, cqr anchor. custom cockpit table/box stows 2 10lb LPG bottles and more newer inner forestay and running backs, cutter rig can be an option. or storm foresail hanked on. Airmar 200wx wx nav station, with masthead sensor, 2014 Airmar DT 800 bronze tranducer with 20 degree forward look 2014 16000 BTU marine Airconditioned,... cools excellent in summer Fl. heat 2014 ;NMEA 2000 wiring... for plug and play electronics and accessories SS Dodger frame included,no canvas though new marine 6 gal water heater,w new hoses new shower sump box with dedicated pump new cabin floor,..3 epoxy barrier coats applied , then 3 coats of bottom paint, no blisters. This vessel would have an Impeccable survey should you wish to have one...truly,... a one of a kind find...This boat has no rot, no rust,no blistering of any kind,... anywhere.. All bulkhead taping to hull is as the day she left the factory!... the interior frp liner/headliner is thick, solid strong and shiny!! 6' 4" headroom all interior cabinets and storages, cleaned and painted with quality superhard mildew mold resistant white exterior paint. CLEAN....! the bilge in this boat is...clean This boat has a cameo appearance in the 2011 Hollywood movie "Dolphin Tale" filmed in Clearwater FL. Kris Kristofferson lives on her in this acclaimed flick. The sailing photo is of this actual vessel taken after Imron paint. knowledgable, experienced, x captain, liveaboard cruiser, x boat builder, rigger; older private seller/sailor,.... needs no brokers or help in selling this fine boat,... whatsoever! over 800 labor hours of love and attention in the past 19 months, and it shows. She is exactly as pictured! Exceptional!... replacement cost? conservatively... $95,000 +, estimated professional survey value $64,000+...realistically priced at $36,500. numerous tools, spare parts, chart kits, hardware, screens , literature, magazines included in sale. she appears ....exactly.....as she is in the pictures....! looks better in person actually...a fine little ship... buyer responsible for vessel pick up in St Pete. Florida she could be kept at the same non liveaboard private house dock. she needs dodger canvas cover for supplied ss frame, fridge install, windlass (if your not younger) 1 more anchor bad back/disc forces reluctant sale..this is my dream boat; wanted to sail the Bahamas/Caribbean again...physically can't... more pictures available upon serious buyer phone request. also for sale at: sailboatlistings.com and Tampa Craigslist [email protected] seller, [email protected] not responsible for any shipping , buyer pays for any shipping costs. buyer must make full payment within 3 days. On Jan-19-17 at 07:26:36 PST, seller added the following information: The boat can be kept at its current dock/slip in south st pete fl. On Jan-19-17 at 12:26:10 PST, seller added the following information: Listed on SailboatListings.com

2001 J46 sailboat sail boat J-46 sailing cruiser racing fresh water. UPGRADES!

Charlevoix, Michigan

Make J Boats

Length 46.0

Beautiful, generously equipped and meticulously cared for freshwater J46 owned by senior couple. Used only for day sailing and minimal light cruising in northern Lake Michigan, Lake Huron and Lake Charlevoix for only 12 four month seasons (was not launched in 2012 and 2013). Always kept in inside heated storage when not in the water for the four month summer season. It is in pristine condition. J/46 may be the only investment grade sailing yacht of its size not requiring professional crew to sail at designed performance levels…..or to maintain. Two people can easily manage her upwind and down to achieve the same 8 knot passage-making speeds under sail that is possible when motoring with 76hp diesel auxiliary. The joy of sailing the perfect boat is, after all, a goal we believe every owner ultimately seeks. To insure that good sailing days are spent sailing rather than scrubbing and varnishing, J/46 is designed to be virtually maintenance-free. Her exquisite joinerwork is protected from the sun……below decks where it’s beauty can be preserved More photos available in this link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QEllizB6x4FKTe3kGwlbjYaLgJMrQEg8x6PdVtIa14Y/pub Factory Options: Refrigeration Package: -Seafrost Mechanical Refrigeration.-Additional Plates & controls for Freezer.-Supplementary 110VAC Shore power Assist. Supplementary Power Package: -Additional 210 amp Lifeline AGM Battery for total of 630 amps for house banks (location is in lieu of nav station bottom drawer).-Heart Freedom 25 Inverter/Charger (in lieu of std ProMariner 30-3 charger).-Heart Echo Charger (to service engine start battery through AC system).-Heart Link 2000 Battery Monitor (for (2) house battery banks).-Heart Link 10 Battery Monitor (for engine battery). Supplementary Plumbing Package: -Vacuflush Forward Head.-Dockside Water Inlet.-Seagull Water Purifier in Galley. Cruising Accessory Package: -Cockpit table.-Companionway Screens Additional Single Options: -ESPAR Diesel cabin heater.-Lewmar 64 CEST Power Primary Winches.-Bolstered Ultra Suede Cushions.-Radar Mast thru deck.-Microwave in galley.-Harken adjustable Genoa car leads.-Rubrail over cove stripe-28” High Pulpits & Stanchions in lieu of std height.-Sea water wash down pump w/faucet in anchor locker.-Hall Spars Windex.-Hall Spars “NO STRIKE’ lightning dissipater.-Hall Spars GAM antenna & cable.-Hall Spars painted carbon fiber whisker pole.-Hall Spar Whisker Pole Track and Car.-Hall Spars 3rd folding mast step.-Hall spars Dutchman mast sheave.-Hall spars Dutchman Halyard.-Flag Halyard & Hardware.- S. S. Turnbuckle Covers (6).-Cockpit Full Glass and Screen Enclosure.-Dodger to Bimini Insert.-Helm Pedestal Cover.-S. S. Grab Rail along aft edge of Dodger.-S. S. Grab Rails port & starboard on Dodger sides.-S. S. Dodger & Bimini supports in lieu of straps.-S. S. Bimini handrails port & starboard.-Power engine oil pump-out system.-Max Prop 3 Blade Feathering Propeller.-Dripless shaft seal.-Memory foam mattress in forward cabin in lieu of std.-Second custom V birth insert for additional standing room.-19” HD flat panel TV and small DVR.-2nd bottom refrigerator door.-Alpine stereo AM/FM w/6 disc CD player & Bose Marine cockpit speakers.-Weems & Plath Brass Ships Clock.-Weems & Plath Brass Barometer.-Variable Speed Cabin fans fore and aft cabins and main salon.-Prime bottom plus VC-TAR plus 2 coats VC-17 anti-fouling paint.-Awlgrip Hull Flag Blue w/Red Boot Stripes.-Patriot American Flag Graphics. Sail Package (Quantum): -Kevlar/Mylar/Dacron Tri Radial Cut full Batten Main & 135% Genoa.-MC6000 105% Cruising Jib.-Antal Mast Cars.-Dutchman Flaking System.-Asymetrical Spinnaker w/deployment bag.-Antal spinnaker Snuffer.-Harken Mark II Roller Furling System. B & G Hydra 2000 Navigator Pack: -Navigator Pack, Hydra 2000, Type 2.-Standard Full Function Display Pack, Hydra 2000.-20/20 Display Pack, Hydra, Green Backlight.-20/20 Display Pack, Hydra, Red Backlight.-Depth Sensor with Bronze Flush Mount Hull Housing.-Speed Sensor with Bronze flush Mount Hull Housing.-Analog display Pack, Apparent Wind Angle, 360 degrees w/cable.-Linear Rudder Position Sensor Pack, w/installation kit for Type 2 Ram.-Pilot Ram Drive Pack, Type 2 w/cables (12Vdc, adjustable rose joint).-Cable, 213 Mast w/bkt, 80ft.-Pin, Quick Release, Pilot.-Edson J46 Tiller Arm. Raytheon Radar/Chart Plotter and Accessories: -Upper Station – 7”Color LCD Pathfinder Radar w/Raychart and 24” 4kw Raydome.-WAAS GPS Antenna.-Cmap NT Northern Michigan.-Cmap NT Lake Huron and North Channel.-Radar Cable Connector (Radar Mast Base).-Edson 3-1/2” Deluxe Mast 144”.-Edson Adapter.-Edson Radar Platform, Deluxe.-Edson Long Antenna Bracket-Starboard and Port.-Edson 28” Antenna Hoop.-Edson 13” Antenna Extension (GPS antenna mount).-Shakespear TV Antenna 2030-G. Communications Options: -ICOM M502 VHF w/ Optional Cockpit HM-127 Remote-12 Volt Pedestal Outlet-Telephone and TV cable cockpit to nav station Safety Equipment: 2 Sospenders inflatable PFD w/harness, lanyard & rearm kit1 Crewfit inflatable PFD w/harness lanyard & rearm kit2 Regular PFD w/harness & lanyard4 Regular PFD6 Throwable floatation cushions2 Jack Lines 45 ft port & starboardI Radar reflector1 Bosun chair1 Throwable Life Sling1 deployable auto inflatable Life Saver Buoy4 Fire extinguishers – various types1 Submersible Hand Held HX460S VHF Marine Transceiver w/ barometer sensor1 Throwable Rescue Line Bag1 Avon 48lb Inflatable dinghy w/ Poly pro towing line, bridle & elect pump – fits in aft cockpit locker1 Honda 2hp 4 cycle dinghy motor & aft pulpit motor mount1 Winslow 6 person Super-Light Offshore Life Raft w/ SEP packed Survival Supplies Inflatable insulated double floor Heavy duty TriPod Arch tubes w/canopySpare parts: water pump impeller, 2 Racor fuel filtersVarious sizes of tapered wood emergency thru hull plugs 1 Handheld compass1 backup Yeoman digitized chart plotter with hand-held Magellan GPSVarious rescue flares as required by Coast GuardLakes Michigan, Huron and North Channel Charts Ground Tackle: 1 44lb Spade anchor w/swivel shackle, 25ft high test 3/8” chain and 250ft 5/8” rode1 Fortress Fx-37 Alum. Anchor w/ 15ft 5/16” chain & 200ft 5/8” rode in deployable anchor bag 250ft 5/8” Line for on-shore anchoring Dock Lines & Bumpers: 3 Taylormade bumpers w/blue covers6 Yale Red Colorline braided 5/8”x40ft dock lines w/Perma Buoy chafe guards Shore Power: 1 50ft 50 amp power cable1 60ft 30 amp power cable1 Adapter 50 amp to 30 amp Maintenance equipment: 1 Universal Pole w/boat hook, 2 brush heads & curve end1 50ft water hose Note: All 4 house batteries and the engine starting battery replaced May 2015 with Lifeline AGM (house) and Optimus (engine) batteries. J/46 Specifications Hull & Deck SCRIMpTM infusion molded sandwich construction using triaxial, biaxial and unidirectional glass reinforcements with Lloyd's and ABS approved end-grained balsa core. (SCRIMpTM is the patented resin infusion molding process of TPI Technologies, Inc.)TPI transferable ten yearwarranty against hull blisters. Interplastic vinylester resin on the outer hull layer.Lead & antimony fixed 9,350 lb., 6.2' draft, and fin/bulb keel bolted to a deep molded stub.White (other light colors are optional) Gel Coat hull with double tapered bootstripe and molded indented cove stripe. White gelcoat deck with choice of five non-skid colors in tones of white, gray and beige.HUIl-to-deck joint bond,ed with 3M 5200 and Plexus MASSO on the transom, side decks are covered with a thru-bolted clear anodized aluminum toe-rail.Two lazarette lockers on fantail, port cockpit seat locker and port utility locker for helmsperson outboard of wheel. Propane locker outboard of wheel to starboard drained and vented overboard with two 10lb aluminum bottles. Molded instrument pods on port and starboard coamings and on wheel pedestal.Molded companionway seahood with integral instrument pod.(3) Oorade boxes molded integrally into deck for ventilating owner cabin, main cabin and forward head area.Molded swim platform with off-center gate and fold-up ladder.Gasketed bow anchor locker and spinnaker storage area with overboard drain.316 stainless handrails on cabin trunk (4) total.GRP molded main structural bulkhead, glassed fore & aft on hull and deck as support for shroud chainplates with single door opening to v-berth cabin.Heavy duty molded structural keel support grid including engine bed, mast step, and longitudinal stiffeners. Fabricated aluminum mast step and engine bed tapping plates molded into structural keel grid.Positive traction nonskid on horizontal deck surfaces. Propulsion & Steering Yanmar 4JH-TE turbq-charged 76 hp, 4 cylinder, diesel engine with fresh water-cooling, dual R~cor fuel filters and 150 amp alternator.Yanmar C-type recessed engine instrument panel in cockpit with Acrylic cover including gauges for tachometer, fuel level, operating hour meter, fresh water temperature, amperage, oil pressure and oil temperature. Morse-type control gear shift and throttle mounted on pedestal.Parallel fuel system with 60 gallons in primary tank below the aft starboard berth, and 30 gallons in secondary tank behind aft bulkhead to starboard. Secondary tank gravity feeds into primary for 90 gallon total capacity.Two blade 20" Max Prop with 1..25" Aquamet shaft.AquaOrive self-aligning thrust bearing to minimize shaft vibration.Ultra Sound Acoustics VO-1 00 insulation in engine compartment.Balanced spade rudder constructed with unidirectional glass and large diameter shaft mounted in Harken composite rudder bearing to exceed ABS requirements.Aluminum emergency tiller.Edson 60" diamond series aluminum wheel with leather grip.Custom molded pedestal with guard and integral binnacle, 5" Ritchie compass, 9" x 12" instrurnent mounting area & Edson thru-shaft wheel brake.(2) Teak helm-station foot braces. Interior Satin varnished cherry bulkheads and furniture panels with cold molded cherry trim, drawer and cabinet faces. Main bulkhead with single opening and recessed cherry paneled door with Mobella lock-sets. Forward and aft heads trimmed in teak.Cherry trimmed vinyl headliner throughout forward, main and aft cabins. Polyurethane teak & holly veneer floor panels with underside and end-grain sealed with epoxy.Choice of interior cushion fabric colors. (ultra-suede or ultra-leather options available)5" layered & bolstered main settee split wrap-around cushions with two-tier split backrests. 4" foam cushions in fwd and aft cabins. Large twin berth forward cabin featuring 4 drawers, 4 lockers, hinge-up bunk tops to maximize storage; hinged V-berth filler; changing seat, hanging locker w/louvered door, and bureau/vanity with 2 drawers. locker. and cabinet above with cherry louvered doors & shelf.Forward head includes vanity with mirrored acrylic slider storage, teak towel rack, mirror storage cabinet below molded sink, enclosed by cherry paneled door (on outer face) and white laminate finish on head side.Stall shower with teak slat bench seat, cabinet locker with mid-height shelf outboard, shower fixture mounted on bulkhead with adjustable shower faucet. Local self-priming pump services shower sump and drains overboard.Pilot berth in main cabin to port with small mid-height convenience shelf at aft end.Two storage cabinets with 'Iouvered doors to ~ccommodate main cabin entertainment center above starboard settee. (2) Book storage shelves between cabinets with removable cherry retainer battens.One large drawer and one locker outboard of starboard settee backrest cushions.Settee backrests of cherry veneer and cherry trim.Varnished cherry wood hull slats in main, aft and V-berth cabins.Cherry main cabin drop-leaf table with removable fiddles, two drawers and internal bottle storage.Large 30 x36 sit-down. forward-facing navigation station with hinged tabletop. Features include; outboard shelf, access to chart storage and sliding organizer tray below table top, cushioned seat of layered bolstered foam. instrument cabinet with (2) large wood panel faces hinged at the bottom for quick access, file storage drawer below nav seat to fit hanging files, binocular & misc. storage cabinet outboard of seat, and series of three utility drawers on inboard tabie support face.Starboard aft cabin with recessed cherry paneled door, hanging locker with louvered door and bureau/vanity with 2 large drawers. hinged footlocker, and cabinet with cherry louvered door & shelf. Additional drawer above engine.Aft head/shower combination accessed via cherry paneled door. wet hanging area outboard. cabinet below molded sink, mirror, (2) teak grab rails and direct access door to lazarette locker area equipped with fore and aft divider. Teak companionway steps cold molded with angled ends & Treadmaster non-skid for safe entrance and exit. Cherry overhead grab rails in main cabin.All drawers and cabinets with polished positive-latch push buttons. Galley "Wheat Matrix" Fountainhead color for counter tops with cold-molded varnished & tapered cherry fiddles.Scandvik polished 8" deep SS double sink recessed below Fountainhead on forward island with deluxe hot/cold pressure-water gooseneck faucet and manual fresh water faucet with whale foot pump. Storage areas in louvered doors below sink for cleaning supplies and garbage pail with flip lid access.6.5 cu.!!. Deluxe icebox located on center island. Features include molded GRP box insulated with Glacier Bay Ultra R vacuum insulation panels and foam top. Organizing shelves & interior light included.3.5 cu.!!. ice box, convertible to optional freezer, located outboard of sink. Featuring molded GRP box with 3-1/2" foam insulation and mounting space for refrigeration cold plates.Three-burner Force 10 propane stove/broiler/oven with thermostat control, patented slide-away oven door recess and S.S. stove bar. Additional storage foot locker below oven.Plate, bowl, cup, and glass storage compartment on bulkhead att of stove.Top access dry good storage compartment below counter top directly outboard of sink.(3) Large cabinets mounted outboard and covered by three louvered cherry doors. Aft two cabinets installed with mid-height shelves. (Optional Microwave replaces middle cabinet door and area).Dual slider cabinet, bin storag8. and AC outlet mounted below cabinets. Flatware drawer, utensil drawer and utility cabinet with mid-height shelf and louvered door under outboard counter. Sink-top cutting-board.Stainless grab post on forward inboard galley corner. Plumbing Hot & cold pressure water system with 12-gallon hot water tank and accumulator tank. Service to (2) heads, forwa~d shower, galley, & swim platform shower.Self-priming direct sump pumps for showers draining into seacocks.Automatic bilge pump with float switch and dedicated panel in nav station wired direct to DC system. 120 gallons total water capacity in (2) custom molded tanks complete with baffles, inspection ports, and secured in place below main cabin settee berths.Raritan PH-2 heads with holding tanks. Overboard "Y"- valve offshore discharge and holding tank pump out systems. Two manually operated bilge pumps, one mounted in the cockpit and another in aft head with hose to reach bilge. (ORC category 2). Electrical Standard system batteries include: (1) group 40 (210 amp) and (2) group 31 (105amp) deep cycle batteries to serve the house, and (1) Optima 1000 (1,100 CCA) battery for dedicated service to the engine. All batteries are Concorde's Lifeline AGM sealed, absorbed glass mat type series.ProMariner ProMatic 30-3 Battery Charger. Balmar 91-150 Alternator and Max Charge external regulator with temperature sensor for altemator.BattJMaxx Automatic Battery System with remote momentary parallel switch near cockpit engine panel. .Master battery switch at n~l.Vstation with 1,2,Both,Off for House batteries and single On/Off switch for engine start battery.Deluxe Bass AC/DC backlit electrical panel w/digital condition meters, circuit breakers, accommodation for optional generator installation and air conditioning systems. Panel accommodates 33 DC breakers (24 occupied w/two spare standard) and 11 AC breakers (9 standard).Navigation, steaming/foredeck, anchor and tri-color masthead lights.50 amp 11OVAC shorepower system with 6 outlets, 50ft shore power cord and Guest galvanic isolator.Bonding system to meet ABYC project E-1.Propane solenoid switch panel in galley.Ten swiveling Imtra stainless halogen reading lamps, halogen overhead lights in main cabin, flexible armed lamp at navigation station, two florescent lights, one in each head.Four Hella variable speed cabin fans over berths. Deck Hardware (2) Lewmar 64CCST self-tailing 2-speed all chrome primary winches with gear ratio of 3.1: 1 in 1 gear and power ratio of 64:1 in 2nd gear located in recessed bases on cockpit coamings. "'(2) Lewmar 54CCST self-tailing 2-speed all-chrome halyard/reef/spinnaker secondary winches on cabin trunk.(2) Lewmar 48CCST self-tailing 2-speed all-chrome mainsheet winches outboard of traveler in recessed bases. (3) Lock-in Harken Speed-Grip 10" winch handles, (2) 8" Speed-Grip handles for mainsheet. Four cockpit mounted PVC winch handle holdersThurston cockpit dodger with roll-up forward window, removable side curtains, stanchion supports and stainless grab bar on aft edge.Thurston deluxe helmsman bimini with stanchion supports & viewing window (same color as dodger).Five white acrylic cockpit cushions for helmsman and cockpit seats.(2) Harken Black Magic 3010 (1OOmm) footblocks for genoa sheets when using dodger, mounted on cockpit coamings aft of primary winctTes. (2) Harken Black Magic 3006 (75mm) double footblocks with lock-off outboard of the primaries for spinnaker sheets and checkstays.(2) Harken Black Magic 3005 (75mm) mainsheet foot blocks wllockoffs mounted on angled pads at winches.2:1 Mainsheet system consisting of (2) Harken 1969 AirBlocks (75mm) mounted on traveler and (1) 3007 AirBlock (100mm) attached to boom bale. Harken 560-S Big Boat mainsheet traveler track with Harken 1939/1935 car w/control blocks for 6:1 purchase led to both sides of cockpit to 1893 track control ends through cockpit side mounted 222 blocks to 150 cam cleats. (2) 168 swivel blocks to adjust traveler from forward or aft side of track.Single rope clutchmounted in cockpit for heads ail furling. Lewmar Concept 2 anchor windlass system with #203 ropelchain gypsy, manual override, 1S0 amp breaker in nav station, hand held control unit mounted in forward deck anchor locker. Gypsy requires 3/8" ACCO G40 or G80 chain and S/8" braided rope.Custom 316 stainless mast collar with 10 bales for halyard and reef lines and forward halyard bar. (9) Schaefer 08-0S stainless halyard and reef blocks wlinvestment cast shackles.(4) Lewmar Superlock double rope clutches, mounted in pairs forward of each secondary winch.(2) Harken 1969 (7Smm) AirBlocks shackled to U-bolts at transom corners for mainsail checkstays.(2) Harken 1969 (75mm) AirBlocks shackled to U-bolts aft on toerail for spinnaker sheets.(2) Clear anodized aluminum "T" tracks (13' x 1.25") for jib/genoa leads. Additional 3' x 1.2S" track mounted outboard of1 00% jib position for outboard lead.(2) Schaefer 32-33UC screw-pin type jib/genoa lead blocks.(2) Schaefer OS-99 snatch blocks for spinnaker twingslor outboard jib/genoa leads.(2) Stainless t-track slider cars.Asymmetric.spinnaker deck gear including: (2) Harken 1969 (75mffi1 Airblocks mounted on "U" bolts near sternpulpit and (1) 1969 75mm AirBlock mounted on anchor roller.White molded flagstaff mounted in 316 SS deck socket on aft deck edge close to centerline with 4 x 6 American flag. aRC Bow pulpit of 316 SS with double rail offshore navigation lights and forward gate.aRC Stern rails of 316 SS w/2 rail split design including a stern boarding gate to starboard and stern light. Tapered 316 SS lifeline stanchions with SS bases mounted to toe rail.Double lifelines heights to meet ORC standards with boarding gates to P&S using Gibb hooks.Padded Sunbrella lifeline covers for each lifeline outboard of helmsman's station w/color to match dodger & bimini. Two 10" bow cleats, two 8" stern cleats, two 8" amidships cleats.Custom designed 316 SS bow roller/stem~ead to accommodate Simpson-Lawrence Delta 35,45 & COR 35,45 and Bruce 45 anchors. (Optional removable anchor roller to port)Seven Lewmar Ocean series articulated, bronze tinted ac,ylic hatches: size 70 on foredeck, size 60 in main cabin, (4) size 12 over forward cabin, aft cabin, shower, and head and (1) size 10 in aft head.White framed Bomar opening ports w/screen~ in cabin trunk and in cockpit walls for aft quarter cabin and head. Acrylic companionway hatch and two-part acrylic offshore drop-boards with inside/outside opening, lockable hasp. Four 12x20 and two 12x24 poly mesh line bags, one foredeck double line-bag. .(4) Vetus 4" dorade cowl ventilators to service forward cabin and head and main cabin. Removable stainless guards for forward dorades.316 SS swim ladder with gray PVC treads mounted on swim platform. SS step with PVC tread mounted on transom. Spars & Rigging Hall Spars carbon fiber mast of pre-preg carbon fiber autoclaved at 80 PSI at 250 deg F. Mast includes double airfoil carbon spreaders, carbon gooseneck, Awlgrip off-white finish, painted black bands, wire runs in conduit, Hall/Antal mainsailJrack with loader and end fittings to accommodate sail maker provided Antal mainsail sliders and/or boltrope. Also included with the mast are; Spartite mast wedge material, offshore tricolor/anchor light, bow and deck light with SS guard andJlag halyard cheek block at masthead and cleat at deck. Hall Spars boom of 6061-T6 aluminum with off-white Awlgrip finish, welded gooseneck fitting, lug for OuikVang internal 12:1 mainsail outhaul with external cleat, bale for mainsheet block and painted black bands. Outboard end to accommodate single line reef to starboard and 2nd clew reef to port. .Hall "J" length carbon fiber whisker pole with 2 bridles and trip line, short track on front of masJ, and two deck mounted retaining clips shipped loose for owner to locate.Navtec continuous rod rigging and N690 style open body turnbuckles with headstay -17 pre-assembled for furling system, backstay -17, uppers -17, intermediates -12, lowers -22.Harken MKIII Unit 2 size furling system with airfoil performance extrusion, corrosion proof spool and drum, tapered torque tube, AirSwivel for reduced weight aloft, cast aluminum Hardcote anodized chafe guard, and all black low stretch New England adjuster line.Hall Rigging package includes; two Technora jib halyards .and one Spectra spinnaker halyard each with Tylaska T-12 SS shackles and flemish eye terminations['2:'1 ',riain halyard of Technora with Wichard #1495 shackl~, XLS Mainsheet and two traveler control adjuster'lines, two XLS-900 Spectra genoa sheets, two Maxibraid taperedSpectra spinnaker sheets, one XLS Dacron spinnaker tack line, single 3/8" Crystalyne checkstays that can beclipped forward when not in use, burgee halyard of white 5/32" Dacron cord. Three reef lines are also included; Tack reef & clew reef #1, together, are one continuous reef line to starboard. Tack reef #2 doubles as cunningham to port. Clew reef #2 is included with it's own dedicated hardware. 2:1 Whisker pole foreguy with Schaefer 504-09 block with snap shackle.Sailtech -17 Long integral hydraulic backstay adjuster. Hall D-30 aluminum Ouik-Vang w/ Harken 30:1 cascading adjuster tackle & powerful stainless return spring to lift boom in light air and support boom with sail furled, eliminating the need for a topping lift.Custom designed 316 SS chainplates, stemhead and backstay tang. Installed Package Options Refrigeration PackageSeafrost Mechanical Refrigeration.Additional Plates & Controls for Freezer Supplementary 11OVAC Shorepower Assist. Supplementary Power PackageAdditional 210 amp Lifeline AGM Battery for total of 630 amps for house banks (location is in lieu of bottom nav station drawer).Heart Freedom 25 Inverter/Charger (in lieu of standard ProMariner 30-3 charger).Heart Echo Charger (to service engine start battery through AC system).Heart Link 2000 Battery Monitor (for (2) house battery banks).Heart Link 10 Battery Monitor (for engine battery). Supplementary Plumbing Package Vacuflush Forward Head. Dockside Water Inlet.Seagull Water Purifier in Galley. Cruising Accessory Package Cockpit Table.Companionway Screens.Espar D5LC heating system with ducting into the two sleeping cabins and main cabin.Lewmar 64CEST Two Speed Electric Primary Winches.UltraSuede or UltraLeather Covered Cushions in Main Cabin (in lieu of standard).Edson Radar Mast Thru-Deck and under-deck mounting platform (for 3.5" diameter mast). Microwave Oven in GalleySea Water Washdown in Anchor Locker.Harken Adjustable Genoa Leads.Many additional photos herehttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1QEllizB6x4FKTe3kGwlbjYaLgJMrQEg8x6PdVtIa14Y/pub Manufacturer Provided Description Great boats don’t happen overnight. Helped by new materials and techniques, they evolve from the joint experiences of designer, builder and owners to become state-of-the-art. J/46 is such a vessel, inheriting the proven hull shape of the J/44, an offshore blue water classic, having won the Fastnet, Sydney-Hobart, NYYC Queen’s Cup and Trans-Atlantic races. J/44 is the only Class of yacht ever to be given its own class start by the Cruising Club of America in the Newport-Bermuda Race. To create the J/46, a foot of sailing length is added for speed; a transom swim/boarding platform for convenience; a carbon fiber mast and low VCG 6.2’ shoal draft keel for more stability; and a resin-infused, composite hull and deck for greater strength. Below decks, the choice was clear, use the same beautifully varnished cherry or teak joiner work, entertainment center and styling so highly acclaimed in our deluxe J/160. J/46 is a maxi-Ditch yacht, the tallest yacht that can fit under the bridges of the Intra-Coastal WWaterway. Yet she is non-intimidating. A high length-to-beam ratio on the waterline of this sea-kindly yacht significantly improves tracking offshore in large waves and makes sail plan balance less critical. J/46 sails with either main or jib only, always responding predictably to a light touch on the helm. Sail power with good stability allows cruising with working jib rather than large genoa. That’s less work for the crew and improved visibility for the person on the helm. J Boats’ unique spinnaker system makes downwind sailing possible for two. A modern asymmetric spinnaker attaches to the top of the anchor roller, is contained within a cockpit-controlled snuffer, and is stored, ready-to-use, in the bow locker. The spinnaker is hoisted to the masthead, 2’ above the headstay intersect, leaving space for the snuffer to shift on a jibe. Jibing is then easy. One simply lets off one spinnaker sheet and pulls in the other.

1974 Hinckley Bermuda 40 Mark III Yawl

Brick, New Jersey

Make Hinckley

Model Bermuda 40 Mark III Yawl

Category Yawl

This boat is currently wrapped in storage. The seller reports that he replaced the main mast standing rigging in 2020. He also has 2 new Barient model 27 self-tailing winches that are included in the sale but have not been installed. Harken Roller Furling and external mast tracks for single handed raising of the sails are also new. Stock #321918 GEORGEOUS, CLASSIC HINCKLEY BLUEWATER B 40, PRICED TO SELL, COME QUICKLY!! Located in Toms River, New Jersey, this 40-foot used Hinckley Bermuda 40 Mark III Yawl is a classic cruising sailboat with serious bluewater capability! With her 6500 lb ballast and 20,000 lb displacement, the B-40 is a nice balance of cruising comfort and light air performance. The Bermuda 40 is a centerboard model which makes it a great choice if your home dock requires less draft. These Hinkleys are high-quality boats with a very loyal owner community. A testament to their quality and popularity is the 32-year production run that they enjoyed. Under power, you can rely on the Westerbeke Diesel 4-107 to get you in and out of marinas and moorings. B40 owners really like the wide side decks which means no squeezing under the shrouds when you are moving forward and aft. This vessel is the port-side dinette version. There are 3 berths with room to sleep 5. The Bermuda 40 Mark III Yawl has lots of space and has the amenities necessary for cruising by a couple or small family. It would even make a nice liveaboard! Don't miss out on your opportunity to own this classic beauty! Reason for selling is not using it enough.

1980 Corbin 39 Aft Cockpit Cutter

Clearwater, Florida

Make Corbin

Model 39 Aft Cockpit Cutter

Category Cutter

1980 Corbin 39 Aft Cockpit Cutter 2018 SURVEY AVAILABLE! CALL OR EMAIL ME! FULL DETAILS ON BOAT IN SURVEY! This is a rare example of an incredibly well-maintained Corbin 39, one of the most rugged and popular ocean-going cruising boats around. Canadian built and owned (import duty paid) and available at a very reasonable price. Please view the photos for details! Great sail inventory:  GenoaYankeeStay sailDrifterMain (2008)Spare main Minimal thruhulls -- sea chest for engine  New prop shaft 2015 Refrigeration condenser 2014 Solar Engine has had top end rebuilt twice Diesel heater Raymarine autopilot Raymarine tri-data Garmin GPS Map 76Cx Epirb Ground tackle: 53 LB CQR, 45 LB CQR, 45 LB Danforth  From a review in Bluewater Boats: In 1977 Marius Corbin commissioned Robert Dufour of Montreal, Quebec to design him a sailboat based on a one-off 39-foot Dufour design named Harmonie. Mr. Corbin asked Mr. Dufour to increase the freeboard and flush the deck. In 1979, the first Corbin 39 came out of the resulting mold, and the Canadian manufacturer produced 129 Corbins until 1982. Most were sold as kits in varying degrees of completion. In 1982, a fire destroyed the deck molds, but because of continued strong demand, they decided to update the molds and continue production. The last Corbin 39 produced, hull number 199, was launched in 1990. The Corbin 39 is a double ender in the classic Scandinavian lineage of serious offshore cruisers like the Westsail 32. She features a long fin keel of 6 draft, high freeboard, and a blunt bow. Corbin produced various deck molds including flush, pilot, center cockpit, and aft cockpit variations. Corbin

2016 Hunter 31

Port Sanilac, Michigan

Make Hunter

Category Sloop Sailboats

2016 Hunter 31 Perfectly outfitted to sail away today! The Hunter 31 is the latest cruising or offshore model to have all the great aspects of the Hunter 40 and 37.  Marlow Hunter really hit a home run with their new design for the Hunter 31 and we fell in love instantly. Starting on deck youll immediately notice the expansive cockpit that makes you feel like you are on a much larger boat. Pair the size of the cockpit with the Lewmar swing pedestal and it is easy to see how comfortable and versatile sailing will be from almost any seat on deck. Other fantastic amenities the Hunter 31 offers are a walk-through transom, traveler arch, and the ever simple to sail B&R rig. Our in-stock model has all the additional options you would want for dockside living or cruising the Great Lakes and beyond. The in-mast furling mainsail and jib make sail handling quick and efficient. Below deck youll find upgrades such as a dual top loading refrigerator/freezer units, LED lighting, stereo system, and the dura leather upgrade in pearl. No wind, no problem. You will enjoy your day aboard the Marlow Hunter 31 even if you dont hoist the sails.  The Hunter 31 motors quickly with the upgraded 29 hp Yanmar engine with sail drive and a 2-blade folding propeller. The installed bimini in navy will give you shade while you relax on the teak slated captain seats. Enjoy a dip in the water from the fold down transom or cool off with the cockpit transom shower. The Marlow Hunter 31 also offers a home away from home down below with modern design features and high-quality finishes. The real teak floors and furniture are the focal point of a beautiful living space. Corian counter tops on a starboard side galley shows quality and offers an open concept feel.   Plus, the Hunter 31 has ample natural lighting from the large skylights and opening portlights help with air flow throughout the entire boat. Sail Magazine added its stamp of approval by naming the Marlow Hunter 31, 2016 Best Boats for cruising 31-40 foot boats. Steve Donaldson from On Board Sail said, For a sailboat that fits in a 32 ft slip, its hard to envision a more spacious, livable package than the new Marlow Hunter 31. The Marlow Hunter 31 is a must-see, stepping about the boat will allow you to see the full picture.  The Hunter 31 is a striking boat with impressive components and amenities. Give us a call today to schedule a tour. Our in-stock Marlow Hunter 31 is currently located in Port Sanilac Marinas inside heated storage.  The boat is prepped and ready launch and sail so you can maximize your boating fun in 2017!

2000 Catalina Morgan "LAST ONE MADE"

New Bern, North Carolina

Make Catalina Morgan

Model "LAST ONE MADE"

2000 Catalina Morgan "LAST ONE MADE" The Morgan Catalina 45 Center Cockpit was designed to provide its owners with great sailing performance and spacious, luxurious accommodations. All lines for the sails lead aft to the cockpit for safety. The deck was well planned and laid out for easy handling and accessibility. The center cockpit gives unparalleled visibility and control. Below is the most spacious and well planned interior you'll ever see on a boat this size. One time on this boat will make a believer out of anyone interested the most comprehensive 45 foot center cockpit sailboat ever built. This is the last Catalina Morgan 45 Center Cockpit built. Well cared for by knowledgeable owners with many recent up-grades. This is a great live-aboard vessel or a boat to cruise the world. Highlights:  Westerbeke 7.6 diesel generator, total of 32,000 BTU in 2 Cruise Air marine air conditioning units, Max Prop, dinghy motor crane, SSB UHF Radio, Ray Marine digital radome antenna, C90W Radar/GPS/Multifunction display 2011, Auto Pilot ST6000+ with newer course computer, full enclosure with Bimini, beautiful interior fabric and decorations. Please review the Full Specifications to further understand what an outstanding value this boat is!!!  You will not be disappointed!!!

30' 1987 Catalina Mark II

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Please contact boat owner John at 215-284-6333. Catalina 30 Mark II -- built in 1987. She is a Tall Rig with Bow Sprite and Wing Keel. This boat has been well maintained and significantly upgraded throughout. This sale includes full sailboat documentation, and the sailboat has a clean title. The sailboat (inside and out) is in real nice condition, and show only normal wear for a sailboat of its age. The sailboat has seen lots of maintenance, upgrades and replacements. She starts, runs, motors, and sails very nicely. The fiberglass interior and interior wood trim are all in good condition. The interior has matching blue seat cushions throughout, and are in good condition (non-smoker owner). A newer 12 volt low level cabin lighting systems both white and red colors was installed throughout the sailboat ('09 Season). The Catalina 30 is one of only 24 sailboats inducted into the Sail America, American Sailboat Hall of Fame. The C30 joins this venerable group of sailing yachts, based upon its sheer excellence as a cruiser / racer sailboat. We love it for its generous interior size, and comfortable cruising ability. See the web link http://www.sailamerica.com/halloffame/catalina30.asp for more information. The sailboat is a Tall Rig Mast (mast rewired '10 season), with Bow Sprite, and a Wing Keel (wing keel drafts only 3'10") so she can get in and out of shallow water easily. Original Main Sail (serviced and repaired) and has a 135 North Sail Jib, mounted on twin track, Harken III Roller Furling, Main Sail has a blue Sumbrella rollup sail cover and the Jib has a Sumbrella rollup cover installed to the Jib. The sailboat is setup up with single handed rigging controls (all lines lead to cockpit), with two extra winches. The front deck includes an electric anchor capstan winch with a foot switch. The sailboat has 2 large anchors, a large hinged plow anchor (primary) and a large Danforth type anchor as well. Both with 20'chain and 150' long rodes. The engine is a well serviced, very dependable M-25 XP 3-Cylinder Universal Diesel (25hp) engine in good working condition. The engine has been serviced and upgraded, w/new glow plugs (as well as glow plug and starter relays) installed for easy quick starting. The sailboat runs on diesel fuel from an 18 Gallon Aluminum Fuel Tank. Propeller has been upgraded with a two-blade folding Mar-Tec bronze sailing propeller (installed '09 season). Significant amount of new wiring 120v/12 throughout the entire boat (professionally rewired), including the addition of multiple additional 120v (10) and 12 (5) lighting stations throughout boat, a newly upgraded with a heavy duty battery wiring system and significantly upgraded heavy duty 12 volt systems behind original wiring panel. 2 new Group 27 batteries deep cycle batteries installed ('13 season). Shipwright in-line dual bank 110v battery charger with automatic relay disconnects from the main electrical buss. Additional 12 volt wiring and switching for a 12 volt inverter, and third battery was partially completed, but not fully installed. 2 - 12 volt inverters are included (small 200 watt, and large 850 watt). 30-amp shore power system with on-board GFI system includes 50'-30A shore power cord, 30 amp cable adapter to 120v plug included. All 120v outlets throughout the sailboat have been replaced with new devices and stainless steel cover plates. A nice clean bathroom (with both bright 120 volt lighting and 12 volt white/red lighting) has on-demand electric pressurized hot and cold water sink and shower. Well maintained marine toilet in good working condition with functional 20 gallon waste holding tank and new macerator pump (installed '11 Season). A well-lit galley kitchen includes twin sinks (a custom wooden cover panel for a sink to provide more counter space), new single lever pull out type sink faucet, with on-demand 12 volt electric Hot/cold pressurized water system, installed a new on-demand water pump with auto pressure shutoff ('10 Season), two fresh water holding tanks, 20 gallon Starboard fresh water tank, and 30 gallon optional nose tank, twin source (120v or engine) 6 gallon hot water heater for hot water. For cooking there is a working 2 burner CNG stove/oven combination, with a 12 volt electric tank shutoff valve. The sailboat's galley also includes a large custom countertop burner cover for additional counter space or cooler holder. The galley also includes a large built in ice box and a countertop microwave oven for quick cooking. Large interior salon includes custom interior cabinetry, such as an extra cocktail table, custom communications center which includes VHF Radio, with remote VHF RAM Mike, and an AM/FM/CD Player with remote, with ported, wall mounted custom made speaker cabinets and external cockpit speakers (ready for replacement). The salon also includes a wall mounted tide clock and ships clock. All Horizon VHF Two-Way Radio, Garmin GPS, Garmin Fish/Depth Finder, and Pioneer Stereo (easy direct MP-3 hookup to stereo through patch cord) are either 3 or 4 year's old. All exterior lighting switching was rerouted to the helm. Added mast mounted spreader bar lights for night time sail handling and or anchoring, Mast fully rewired ('11 Season), w/new quick connect base connections. LED lighting added to the port cockpit lazzerette. All internal halyards (replaced '10 season) lead back to the cockpit for sail handling, rope and pulley boom vang included. Two extra winches added to the cockpit for jib control from the helm. T-Shaped cockpit with Garmin GPS and Garmin Fish Finder, Rear Swim Ladder with Split Back Rail, 32" chrome Destroyer Wheel steering, Custom wooden Helm Box, cockpit table, Edison pedestal steering with new custom bronze engine throttle and transmission control levers and new control cable systems (installed in '10 Season), compass is dry, includes emergency tiller, cockpit whale manual hand pump, Split back-stay with rope and pulley back-stay tensioner, also included is an older style, but functional Edison Wheel Auto Pilot (needs new replacement floor mounted bracket). All internal halyards (replaced two seasons ago) lead back to the cockpit for sail handling, rope and pulley boom-vang. Other equipment not listed includes any other boat contents (to be sold with boat) digital weather station, CO2 Detector, miscellaneous boat part spares, bumpers, boat cushions, orange life jackets, dock lines and other rope cordage, new 25' fresh water hose and fresh water tank filling adapter, radar/day signal reflector, safety lines, mosquito netting, safety flares/flare gun kit, Jib installation tracking guide, 120 volt trouble lamp, emergency VHF antenna(s), a bosun's chair for climbing the mast, 2 fire extinguishers, hatch umbrella, wind sock for front hatch, custom made ceiling mounted fishing rod holders, window screens for port windows, two winch handles, mast storage support rack, other items not listed. As stated in the ad, the boat is located in Philadelphia PA at Quaker City Yacht Club and currently setup for winter storage with the mast lowered and on top of the sailboat . The sailboat is available for inspection by appointment only. For inspection, call John.

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Used Boat Review: LM32 Pilothouse Sloop

This compact motorsailer stretches the northern sailing season..

Photos by Ron Dwelle

Danish company LM (Lunderskov Mbelfabrik) began as a wood-furniture maker in 1940. In the 1950s, the company started incorporating the newfangled fiberglass into its furniture and changed its name to LM Glasfiber.

In 1972, the company built its first fiberglass sailboat, the LM27, and over the next 20 years, it built 3,000 boats in five models, ranging from 24 to 32 feet. In 1995, LM stopped building boats and concentrated on fabricating giant wind-turbine blades. The manufacturer is now known as the LM Wind Power Group and claims to be the worlds largest maker of the blades. Unfortunately, the company no longer has anything to do with LM sailboats.

Most LM boats were sold in Europe, but for several years in the 1980s, about a fourth of their hulls were sold in the U.S., particularly in the Great Lakes and East Coast areas. A drastic change in the currency exchange rate raised their price significantly, ending imports. The importer was located in Green Bay, Wis., but went out of business in 2001.

LM reportedly sold the hull molds to English company ScanYachts, which built only two or three hulls, one as recently as 2004.

All the LM models share a similar look-canoe-stern hulls with a pilothouse ahead of a sizable cockpit. All are mast-head rigged sloops, and every owner we talked to said that the boats sailed better than they expected-an experience that we shared on our test sail of the LM32. Despite the boats appearance, owners don’t regard them as motorsailers. The smallest model-the LM24-looks a little clunky with the pilothouse, but all the larger models are fairly attractive, with a modest sheer and fairly low cabinhouse and pilothouse. The LM24 was one of the few small boats with a 6-foot standing headroom. The LM27 gained a reputation as an exceptionally good, small ocean passagemaker, and it continues to be in high demand on the European used-boat market.

All LM boats came with a very complete list of standard equipment, including lifelines, pulpits, speedometer, depthsounder, boarding ladders, anchor and rode, fenders, fire extinguishers, and even dishes and cutlery.

The LM24 and LM27 have shallow full-length keels, but the other models were available with twin bilge keels in addition to the more common long-ish fin keel. As far as we know, no bilge-keel models were imported to the U.S., although this was the most popular in England. The fin-keel models have a spade rudder behind a small partial skeg. Ballast in the smaller models was cast iron, and the company said that the larger models had an alloy of iron and lead cast in fiberglass. We havent been able to decipher that claim, but the ballast is enclosed in fiberglass, which is integral to the hull.

All of LMs designers were in-house, and they were referred to as the back-room boys. The designer of the LM24 is listed simply as LM. The LM27 was designed by Palle Mortensen, and the other three models were designed by Bent Juul Andersen.

The boats were sold with either a Bukh (German) or a Volvo (Swedish) diesel. All the LM boats imported to the U.S. came with Volvo engines, while most of the European boats had the Bukh. The Volvo featured a saildrive as standard in the LM30 and LM32. The engines are enclosed in a sound-proofed fiberglass box, either underneath the sole of the pilothouse (LM32) or under the sole of the cockpit (LM30). Many of these boats on the used-boat market have been re-powered with a variety of engines.

The LMs construction is conventional but well done. The boats have a reputation in Europe for high quality, and the LM32 we tested bore out that reputation. The hull is hand-laid fiberglass, and the deck is balsa cored. Its noteworthy that we could find no delamination or spongy spots in the deck or top of the pilothouse in the 28-year-old LM32 we tested-a rarity in a boat of that age.

The interior mahogany woodwork is well done, as you might expect from a company with a long history as a furniture maker. Even the cabinets and drawers are noticeably well-made, evidence that the company didnt skimp on what was out of sight.

The 32 shares all the obvious characteristics of the LM line-particularly the distinctive canoe stern and pilothouse. In most respects, it is simply a larger version of the smaller models. The boat is 32 feet in length and has a 27-foot, 10-inch waterline; its beam is 10 feet 8 inches, and it draws 4 feet, 11 inches. The bilge keel models (called twin-keel in some brochures) draw 4 feet, 1 inch. Displacement is 12,000 pounds, with 4,400 pounds of ballast.

Accommodations

The LM32s cockpit is sizable considering that canoe-stern boats usually have shortened cockpits. There are bench seats on each side of the cockpit, and a large fold-out table easily can seat six. The boat came standard with a canvas bimini that covers the cockpit, and the boat we sailed had zip-in side curtains as well.

There are lockers under each of the bench seats-propane tanks on the port side-and a huge locker under the cockpit sole. Cockpit drains are adequately sized, but they could become a problem with boarding seas from astern, especially since there is no bridgedeck between the cockpit and pilothouse.

At the top of the rudder-stock is an attachment spot for the removable tiller, which can be used if you want to sail from the cockpit rather than from the pilothouse. The wheel steering in the pilothouse has a mechanical disconnect so the tiller moves freely. It would be a challenge to get at the steering gear near the rudder post since the compartment is sealed off from the rest of the cockpit and there are only two round, 6-inch access ports.

At the forward end of the bench seats on each side are the halyard and reefing lines, which run inside a channel on the side of the pilothouse and terminate in cam cleats in front of stainless Andersen winches. The Andersen genoa winches are adequate but definitely not oversized. None of the winches on the test boat were self-tailing; self-tailers were not originally offered as an option.

The mainsheet has a single cam-cleat attachment point at the back edge of the pilothouse, and the sheet hangs down into the cockpit. Theres no mainsheet traveller.

At the front of the cockpit, double sliding doors open up to the pilothouse. On the starboard side is the steering station with a raised captains seat and a second fold-up seat that slides out so two people can share the helm. A wood steering wheel is immediately ahead, and engine controls, the electrical panel, and sailing instruments are directly in front of the helmsman.

The chart table is immediately ahead of the wheel. This setup is good for laying down a chart so the helmsman can see it, but it made it difficult to do actual chart work.

The pilothouses front windows have windshield wipers, and the front center window opens up for ventilation. An interesting feature testers noted was a sliding hatch above the wheel and seat that allows the helmsman to stand up for a good view of the sails, deck, and seas.

On the port side of the pilothouse is a compact galley, with a two-burner propane stove and a small sink. On the test boat, the front-loading refrigerator is underneath the stove, and storage drawers extend all the way outboard to the hull. The only usable counterspaces are the hinged wood covers for the stove and sink, which can be moved when the stove or sink are in use. This may be the smallest galley in any 32-foot production sailboat.

The pilothouse steps down into the saloon, which has a settee on the port side and a dinette/double-berth to starboard. The owner of the boat we sailed had removed the dinette table, opting to eat only at the cockpit table in exchange for a roomier saloon. Stowage lockers are outboard of the 6-foot-long settees as well as underneath. An overhead hatch and a single, fixed port on each side offer good lighting.

Forward of the saloon is the head to starboard, with a hanging locker opposite. The compact head compartment is unusual in that the sink slides out from underneath the deck, above the toilet. The small head also has a teak grating above the sump, making it possible to shower in the head. Fixed ports on each side offer lighting.

The V-berth uses a filler to make a roomy double bed, though it is only 6 feet long. Small stowage lockers are at the head of the V-berth and underneath the anchor locker. There are also shelves along the hull above the berth. Two fixed ports on the side and an overhead front hatch provide adequate lighting. Early models had stacked berths that looked suitable mostly for children, but we don’t think any of those were imported to the U.S.

Overall, with its narrow beam, long cockpit, and canoe stern, the LM32s interior room is comparable to a more-modern, broad-beamed, fat-stern 28-footer. At least LM avoided the folly of quarter-berths, which are wasted space on most boats this size. This is definitely a couples boat, and finding living or sleeping space for four people would be a push.

The rig is a conventional, single-spreader masthead sloop. The chainplates are close to the deckhouse, so the sidedecks are adequately wide, except at the back edge of the pilothouse, where it is a squeeze to get through.

A rigid boom-vang was standard for the LM32 mainsail, making up some for the lack of a traveller. A 150-percent furling genoa also was standard; smaller sails and a spinnaker were options. The boat we test sailed had only the standard main and 150, but had recently added a stack pack for mainsail handling.

Anyone buying a saltwater LM will want to scrutinize the rigging and chainplates carefully for corrosion. The boat we tested was a freshwater boat with zero rig issues after 28 years.

The LM32 engine is a Volvo MD17 three-cylinder, 35-horsepower diesel. Its plenty big to push the boat, even through headwinds and waves. The Volvo saildrive makes for a compact installation, and the entire engine/drive unit is contained in a waterproof and soundproofed compartment underneath the pilothouse sole. Testers noted that the engine was quiet and its installation offered good access.

The aluminum saildrive needs to be maintained carefully if used in saltwater, but weve heard of surprisingly few problems with corrosion or with the rubber hull seal. The saildrive came with a fixed prop-a folding prop being optional-and the boat we tested had the fixed. Performance would benefit from a folding prop.

On the LM32, the prop is well forward of the rudder, making the boat less maneuverable in reverse. Theres also little sidewise kick from the prop, so tight-quarter turning will be a challenge. In the LM30, the saildrive is much closer to the rudder-under the cockpit rather than under the pilothouse.

Original fuel tankage on the LM32 was 55 gallons, more than enough for normal cruising. In fact, were not big fans of such large tankage. Most coastal cruisers will eventually have fuel in the tank that is several years old, and this could lead to potential problems with algae and other contaminants.

The 55 gallons of water tankage is also adequate for coastal cruising, but the holding tank is only 15 gallons, and this could be an issue as states increase enforcement of pump-out rules. Unfortunately, there is no good place on the boat to install a larger tank.

The original electrical wiring was well done, although after 25 years there are almost always some cobbled-up wiring runs, and the breaker panel would benefit from expansion. The boat comes standard with four 90-amp batteries-housed directly ahead of the engine compartment underneath the pilothouse sole-and shorepower wiring.

The boat also came standard with basic sailing instruments-except a wind meter-and all were still working on the boat we sailed. A wheel-mounted autopilot was installed in the pilothouse. Most owners will want to upgrade to more modern instruments.

The standard deck hardware was satisfactory, in our opinion. Theres a small bowsprit, and our test boat carried a 33-pound Bruce anchor. The anchor locker offers plenty of room for adequate rode. The boat we tested had all chain rode and a windlass. Second and third anchors would have to be stowed in cockpit lockers.

As we noted, the sidedecks and toe-rail are acceptable, being skinny only at the back edge of the pilothouse, but testers did have a problem climbing up on top of the pilothouse-something that you would not do often anyway. The boarding ladder at the canoe stern could be a challenge for some, since theres so little deck space back there, but its do-able.

We were pleasantly surprised by the sailing ability of the LM32. With its pilothouse and canoe stern, you might expect it to sail like a motor sailor, but its nimble and relatively quick, much like a conventional modern sloop.

Conditions for our test sails were 8- to 10-knot winds, and later 10 to 14 knots winds, in relatively flat water, so we sailed with a full main and the 150-percent jib. Both Dacron sails were in excellent shape, of recent vintage. The LM32 sailed nearly to hull speed in the light air and definitely to hull speed in the heavier air.

She came about quickly and tacked easily through 90 degrees. Off the wind, she did very well on close and beam reaches, slowing down only when the wind went more than 120-degrees apparent. You wouldnt need a reef in the main until about 15 knots. Though narrow, the LM32 is a pretty stable boat.

Testers found steering from the pilothouse to be tricky. The sheets and other sail controls are all in the cockpit, behind the pilothouse, so the helmsman has to leave the helm to handle the sails or depend on crew.

The boat can be sailed from the cockpit, using the attachable tiller, but visibility is poor from the cockpit seats-the helmsman would have to stand up to steer the boat. For cruising, the autopilot would ease this problem, but most experienced sailors would have to adjust to the pilothouse.

LM boat owners seem to hold on to their boats for a long time. At presstime, 15 LMs were listed for sale in Europe, but only one was listed in the U.S. And the only boat sold in the U.S. in the previous year that we could find was actually exported to Europe. Prices varied from $43,000 to $73,000, which we think is very expensive for this size boat.

The appeal of LM boats is definitely in their appearance. If you like a pilothouse and the idea of a canoe stern, this boat is worth considering. Its well-made and sails well, better than most motorsailers we know. We would be hesitant to take one offshore (though a number have made long passages), but it would be a good coastal cruiser.

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Good morning Recently I’ve bought a LM 32, the previous owner give me a very short documentation, thus I have some doubts. 1) How disconnect the whell steering for pilot with free tiller. 2) Do you Know if tfis LM 32 has black water reservoir? Thanks a lot

1) In the pilot house just left of the electrical switches is a T-bar to pull. This will disconnect the steering wheel. Reconnecting can be tricky, since both have to be well aligned. 2) Yes in the floor of the V-birth in the bow.

Happy sailing!

Dear Bart, These problems are solved, now I have another with the steering unit because has too much play. Do you know where can I shop ones? Thanks a lot.

I’ve had my LM 32 since the late 1980’s and sailed this boat through some of the roughest weather the Great Lakes could dish out with surprising safety. So far there have been no major malfunctions ! True it has been stored inside and well maintained, but frankly I’m impressed !

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Bodies of 2 children found near location of capsized sailboat in bay of Green Bay

The bodies of two children were recovered from the bay of Green Bay on Monday morning, according to the Oconto County Sheriff's Office.

A 32-year-old Little Suamico man and his two children were reported missing after they went sailing Saturday afternoon on the bay of Green Bay.

The bodies of two children were found at 11:21 a.m. Monday, one mile south of where the boat was recovered, south of Chambers Island, according to the Oconto County Sheriff's Office.

Land, water and air searches will continue into Monday night for the missing man, with additional searches resuming in the morning as necessary, according to the Door County Sheriff's Office.

According to the U.S. Coast Guard and Oconto Sheriff's Office:

• The father and two children left Green Island in the bay at about 4 p.m. Saturday on an 18-foot sailboat.
• The three were reported missing at 12:42 p.m. Sunday after they did not arrive at their planned destination in Oconto. The Coast Guard was notified at 4:27 p.m. Sunday.
• Sunday afternoon, the father's truck and trailer were still at the boat ramp, and calls to his phone went straight to voicemail.
• A capsized "sailing vessel" was located at 6:22 a.m. Monday south of Chambers Island and was towed to Fish Creek.
• Neither the father nor the two children were found on or underneath the vessel.

Neither the Coast Guard nor the Oconto County Sheriff's Office has identified the victims.

Brown County Emergency Management identified the missing man as Bill Salnik and his two children, 3 and 5 years old.

Rashad Alexander can be contacted at [email protected].

Search continues for missing boater; 2 children who had been on sailboat with him identified

Editor's note: This story has been updated with the identification of the victims.

STURGEON BAY - The two children whose bodies were recovered from the waters of Green Bay were identified by the Door County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday.

The sheriff's office confirmed that the children are Joshua Salnik, 3, and Charlotte Salnik, 5. They had been on a sailboat Saturday with their father, Billy Salnik, 32, of Little Suamico, who still remains missing.

According to the sheriff's office:

• The children's bodies were recovered on Monday south of Chambers Island in the town of Gibraltar.
• The siblings were found together and they were both wearing flotation devices.
• The autopsies were done on Tuesday by the Brown County Medical Examiner's Office.
• The search continues for the father. The sheriff's office said it is conducting drone searches over the bay today and the search will continue on Thursday.
• The incident remains under investigation.

GoFundMe started for Salniks

Tina Salnik, the mother of Bill, created a GoFundMe on Monday, raising money for Bill and his children's funerals. The fundraiser had raised over $15,000, as of 3 p.m. Wednesday, to help pay for the funerals.

In the description of the GoFundMe created by Tina Salnik suggests a storm that evening was the cause of the disappearance. "They took the sailboat out and were caught in a storm, they did not survive," Salnik said.

Timeline of events

According to reports between the Door County Sheriff's Department, Oconto County Sheriff's Department, and the U.S. Coast Guard, this was the timeline of events leading up to discovering the children's bodies.

• Salnik and his two children departed Green Island, in the bay, around 4 p.m. July 13 in an 18-foot sailboat.
• The three were reported missing at 12:42 p.m. Sunday when they didn't arrive at their planned destination in Oconto. The Coast Guard was notified at 4:27 p.m. Sunday.
• The father's truck and trailer were found at the boat ramp on Sunday afternoon. Calls to the Salnik's phone went straight to voicemail.
• A capsized vessel was retrieved at 6:22 a.m. Monday south of Chambers Island and was towed to Fish Creek.
• At 11:21 a.m. Monday, the bodies of two young children were found from the water about 1 mile south of where the boat had been located.

McCarty confirmed that the Door County Sheriff's Department found the bodies and the boat, while the initial missing persons report and overdue boater complaint was handled by the Oconto County Sheriff's Department.

Rashad Alexander can be contacted at [email protected].

This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: Search continues for missing boater; 2 children who had been on sailboat with him identified

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2 unresponsive in Lake Michigan after capsized sailboat found, search continues   

• Updated: Jul. 16, 2024, 9:26 a.m.
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U.S. Coast Guard and partner agencies are searching for an adult and two children from an overdue 18-foot sailing vessel that originally departed from Green Island in Green Bay, Wisconsin, at approximately 4 p.m. on July 13. U.S. Coast Guard

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UPDATE: Bodies of 2 children recovered from Lake Michigan after capsized sailboat found

Two people were found unresponsive in Lake Michigan today hours after a capsized sailboat was recovered, officials said. They were miles from where the boat was found.

The search continues for a third person who was aboard the vessel, according to the U.S. Coast Guard Great Lakes Sector .

Bill Salnik, 32, of Little Suamico, Wis., and his children, ages 3 and 5, were last heard from around 4 p.m. Saturday when they departed from Green Island in Lake Michigan’s Green Bay. They were expected to return to a marina near Oconto, Wis., but never arrived.

RELATED: Air search underway for missing dad, 2 young children after capsized sailboat found in Lake Michigan

Salnik’s truck and trailer were found at the boat launch. His phone was going straight to voicemail.

Officials were notified that they were missing just before 5 p.m. Sunday and a search began.

The capsized 18-foot Gulf Coast Sailboat was found capsized at 6:22 a.m. today just south of Chambers Island. It was towed to shore.

No one was found near the vessel. The search continued.

USCG announced at 2:42 p.m. that two individuals had been found and recovered about three nautical miles away from the recovery site of the vessel.

Search efforts continue on the water and from the air for the third missing person.

Officials did not specify who has been found and who remains missing.

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Bodies of 2 children found after sailboat capsizes in Lake Michigan

By Sara Powers

Updated on: July 17, 2024 / 12:57 PM EDT / CBS Detroit

(CBS DETROIT) - The bodies of two children were recovered Monday after a sailboat capsized in Lake Michigan over the weekend, officials said. 

At 12:42 p.m. on Sunday, the Oconto County Sheriff's Office in Wisconsin was notified that a 32-year-old Little Suamico man was out on his sailboat with his two children, and they didn't return to their planned destination. Both of the children are under the age of 10, according to authorities. In addition, nobody had been in contact with him since 5 p.m. the day before. 

They were allegedly last seen on Green Island in Lake Michigan's Green Bay. 

Deputies worked with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the United States Coast Guard, the City of Oconto Police Department, Oconto County Emergency Management, the Marinette County Sheriff's Office and Dispatch Center and Oconto Fire & Rescue to conduct a search for the father and his children. 

The missing sailboat, an 18-foot Gulf Coast Sailboat, with a blue hull, yellow stripe and a sun symbol, was found in the water off of Chambers Island at 6:23 a.m. on Monday. 

Then, at about 11:21 a.m., the bodies of two children were found one mile south of where they found the sailboat. 

Names aren't being released pending identification and notifying next-of-kin. 

No other information has been released at this time. Authorities will continue land, sea and air searches to find the man. 

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Sara Powers is a digital producer for CBS Detroit. A Detroit native, Sara has been covering local topics such as breaking news, politics and entertainment for CBS Detroit since 2021.

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