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Seaward 26 RK

By no means just a stretch version of hake yachts' 25-footer, this new craft features a retractable keel and sensible pricing options..

When Nick Hake, a graduate of the Milwaukee School of Engineering, decided that he’d had enough midwestern winters, he moved to Florida. Despite his epicurean proclivities, he decided that he liked building boats more than being the head chef at an upscale restaurant in Coconut Grove.

“I always wanted to be self-employed,” he recalled.

Between 1974 and 1982, Hake built roughly 2,000 dinghies before introducing a 17-footer called the ‘Slipper,’ which ultimately became an 18-footer that was marketed as the Fox. With the introduction of a 22-footer in 1979, he formed Seaward Yachts, but now markets Seaward models under the Hake Yachts brand.

In 1984 he introduced a 24-footer that eventually became the Seaward 25 (see PS February 1, 2003), but in 1993 he sold the company to a group of Philadelphia-based investors. However, after two years, the romance of the boatbuilding business wore thin with the hobbyist owners, and they sold the business back to Hake. He now focuses solely on production of the newly designed Seaward 26RK, and the Eagle, a shallow-water 32-footer.

Though the company enjoys a reputation for building solid boats, it was during Hake’s hiatus that lax construction methods and poor quality control resulted in a number of poorly constructed boats leaving the factory.

Since Hake’s return, boat construction and quality control have returned to prior levels. In fact, the production floor is now adorned by a bulletin board—visible to both customers and employees—that itemizes the most recent “mistakes worth mentioning,” along with the appropriate corrective measures.

“We see it, and our customers see it,” Hake said.

Design Hake designs the boats his company manufactures. His latest, the Seaward 26RK, bears a striking resemblance to her 25-foot predecessor. The first impression when viewed abeam is that her profile is traditional, accented by a tall bow and upward-sloping cabintop highlighted by four ports, and downward sloping sheerline leading to a cockpit surrounded by a stainless steel stern rail housing two seats.

“We designed new molds for the boat, and took a new approach to pricing at the same time,” Hake said. Compared to the 25-footer, the new model has 18″ more waterline length, and a more user-friendly cockpit since “most of the additional space is aft of the wheel.” The additional waterline length also contributes to improved performance.

Of the modifications, Hake says that he also “wanted to increase the designed waterline for the purpose of increasing buoyancy in the stern when she’s loaded with several adults. The 25-footer tended to drag her stern a bit when overloaded, which affects performance, so we solved that problem.”

A roomy cockpit—even on a boat this size—is an important feature as that’s where the majority of time on board will be spent. Measuring 8′ 4″ long by 5′ 2″ wide, with seats that are 16″ wide, this cockpit will comfortably seat four, allowing the helmsman adequate space to steer and the crew sufficient room to trim sails.

The 26RK also has a transom gate that eases entry from the stern.

We were befuddled to learn that most purchasers opt for a boat equipped with a wheel (a $2,150 option), since she carries a light helm and the tiller can be moved out of the way when dockside.

Hake calls his hull shape a “spherical tumblehome,” defining that as “a concentric shape at the waterline from the bow to amidships with soft bilges.” When overpowered, a soft bilge produces tippyness, but Hake explained: “she’ll make way best when heeled 10 degrees, and owners begin shortening sail when the wind pipes up to around 15 or 17 knots. Though she has a plumb bow, she also has a rounded entry that prevents broaches by eliminating the tendency of the nose to bite into the sea and skid.

“We were primarily looking for a boat that would do the best job of sailing in the waters of the East coast, particularly Florida, where we have tons of quiet and unspoiled waters that are very shallow, but also to be able to cross the Gulf Stream to the Bahamas and do some island hopping…Performance-wise, we wanted a boat that would sail with a sport-boat feel but could be easily handled by one person and comfortable for a family. We kept the rig uncomplicated, the underbody clean, and went with vertically retracting foils to take care of performance, stability, and shallow water issues.”

Hake scored points on those criteria, having produced a sail area/displacement ratio of 18.4, and displacement/length ratio of 113.2, both of which are considered on the fast side. In comparison, the Catalina 250 (wing-keel version) displaces 4,200 lbs. with 200 fewer pounds of ballast, to produce a SA/D ratio of 16.29 and a D/L ratio of 195. On paper, the Seaward has the speed edge.

The 26RK displaces 3,800 lbs., only 200 lbs. more than her predecessor. Weight, Hake said, is distributed throughout the boat and that doesn’t affect performance or balance.

The retractable keel is a NACA-designed, high-aspect, 8′-long section with 26″ wings attached to a bulb. It draws 6′ when fully deployed and only 2′ (the depth of the bulb) when raised. Its thin shape—the chord is only 15.5″—and low center of gravity, are nearly identical to longer, fixed-keel boats, so it produces excellent tacking ability, as we learned during our test sail.

“We chose a torpedo bulb on the keel to keep displacement low without compromising stability, and produced a lower center of gravity and improved stability. We also felt the bulb was necessary to keep stability high when the boat was sailed in shallow-water situations with the keel only partially extended,” Hake explained. This is another good change since, in shallow water with a typical dagger elevated, wind and surf might produce an unpleasant ride.

Lowering and retracting the 1,200-lb. keel is a simple matter of pulling one of two lines located on the cabintop near the cockpit. The lines are attached to a switch on a Rule Industries 20SS electrical motor with a 2,000-lb. lift capacity, all housed in a fiberglass box just beneath the mast. Rule’s standard product is equipped with a spring that could allow the keel to fall freely, but Hake’s employees modify the motor to prevent such an occurrence. Should the motor fail, Hake has devised two back-up plans for retracting or lowering the keel, one involving the use of a cordless drill to turn the winch motor.

We initially thought this arrangement of pulling lines to control an electrical switch was an antiquated, potentially faulty approach. However, like much of Hake’s thinking, it represents the utmost in simplicity. It’s a lot like the old system of pulling a string to switch on a light. Sure, a dedicated switch mounted near the cockpit and wired to the motor would be more tidy and convenient, but it would also invite the possibility of a future wiring failure. Hake’s solution may seem crude, but it’s effective.

The 26RK’s rudder continues that trend of functional simplicity. The stern-hung appendage can be adjusted up and down within its sheath. The leading edge of the rudder is a combination of carbon fiber and fiberglass. At the head of the rudder is a pin that prevents it from lifting out of the sheath in a following sea.

A byproduct of these retracting foils and subsequent shallow draft is the ease with which this boat can be launched at shallow ramps.

Deck Layout Excepting the keel motor box, deck clutter is limited to two sheets, two blocks, and three winches, with all lines led aft. Stainless steel ports that were fixtures on older boats have been replaced by plastic ports, a $1,250 cost saving. The shrouds extend to the cabintop, producing tighter sheeting angles as well as easier movement forward and aft. Stainless-steel handrails set on the cabintop fore and aft of the shroud bases, and double lifelines contribute to the safety element.

The mainsheet is led from the end of the boom to an athwartships track at the base of the companionway, rather than on the cabintop. This produces good sheeting angles, but it’s a stretch for the helmsperson to reach with the traveler eased. The Andersen headsail winches—set midway along the cockpit coaming, are closer by. The halyards are led on the cabintop to Ronstan rope clutches that sit forward of an Andersen winch.

In the cockpit, the starboard locker is 28″ deep, 34″ wide, and more than 6′ long, adequate for storing miscellaneous gear and a spinnaker. And Hake allowed space for a 6-gallon fuel tank under the starboard cockpit seat; it is easily removable when the time comes to fill ‘er up.

The sail plan on the 26RK is supported by an uncomplicated, deck-stepped, fractional rig with single spreaders that is designed to be easily raised for sailing away. As Hake says, “We build our boats for mature owners who want to step aboard and go sailing without worrying about the technical stuff.” We didn’t step or unstep the spar during our test, but in our review of the Seaward 25, we did question that the backstay is attached to just one side of the transom. “The boat will sail well without a backstay, anyway,” Hake told us, adding that the mast is so stiff that bending it is not an option. Regarding the strength issue, he provided photos of a 26RK suspended aloft from a crane with lines attached to bow and stern pulpits.

Accommodations A fully equipped version of this 26-footer offers seating/dining space for four adults, a galley, and modest head, and berths for four that are more than 6 feet long. Headroom is approximately 5′ 10″ throughout the interior.

“Belowdecks, we wanted creature comforts for a couple, or a young family,” said Hake. “We try to use every inch of space and design the interior so everything can fit. Everything can be removed and the interior hosed out for cleaning.”

Hake frees space in the main cabin by hanging the dining table on the bulkhead. It’s not an original idea, however, having to work around the keel trunk, which sits center stage, was a challenge. He cleverly attached the forward end of the table to a stainless steel rod affixed to the bulkhead. The 34″-long table is lowered and then rotated amidships to create dining space on both sides of the cabin. It works well, and spans much of the 5′ space amidships between the settee backs.

Counter space in the galley is 48″ long if the sink cover and oven top are used as working surfaces; additionally, the ice box top doubles as a cutting board. Opposite the galley, the head compartment measures 32″ wide x 40″ long; not spacious, but appropriate for a boat this size.

Getting this boat fully equipped, however, comes at a price. Since the company is attempting to broaden its market to include first-time buyers and the less affluent, living spaces are offered a la carte. In lieu of a privacy curtain, a teak door and bulkhead that enclose the forward berth will add $1,000 to the base price; a privacy door on the head adds $200, and a portable marine head $375. Additionally, an Origo single-burner stove will increase the cost of the galley by $300, and the stainless steel ports are a $1,250 option.

This boat does suffer a paucity of bulk storage space (unless the aft quarterberth is used for that purpose).

Construction With minor exceptions, Hake’s construction methods remain unchanged since our review of the Seaward 25. The lamination schedule for the hull includes a vinylester gelcoat, 1.5-oz. chop-strand mat and isophthalic polyester resin applied with a chopper gun. “I know some people don’t like that, but it’s an effective way of assuring that there’s resin on both sides of the strands,” says Hake. “The second step introduces 40-oz. triaxial cloth. While we use Coremat in the flat runs of the hull to provide stiffness, most of the hull is solid glass.”

The interior pan is a solid fiberglass structural member that is vacuum-bonded to the deck. Extra laminations are added in potentially high-stress areas where the hull and keel trunk meet, and where the hull and deck meet.

The hull-to-deck joint—shaped like an inverted “J”—is chemically and mechanically fastened using stainless machine screws every six inches and a proprietary putty. “It doesn’t leak because of the accuracy of our tooling and the bonding materials,” Hake said.

The deck, which is cored with Divinycell foam, follows a similar schedule. Deck hardware is tapped into 1/8″ aluminum plates bedded into the fiberglass lamination, a strong method that is becoming more standard in the industry. Chainplates are mechanically and chemically fastened as well. A 3″-wide stainless steel strap penetrates the coachroof and is carried down to the hull, where it is attached to a stainless rod.

The fiberglass outer skin of the keel contains a core of resin and 1,000 lbs. of lead, which is poured in place.

Performance We sailed the 26RK in 10 to 15 knots of wind on the Chesapeake Bay. In the process, we also introduced a total neophyte to sailing and reaffirmed that, at its elemental level, sailing is relatively uncomplicated.

The cockpit proved to be large enough for four adults, with sail controls located so that the boat could be singlehanded if necessary. Though we found steering while seated on the stern-rail seats comfortable, it puts the helmsperson at too great a distance from the sail controls.

With approximately 10 knots of wind, and a full main and 110% headsail deployed, the boat easily sailed through the short chop on the bay, and pointed to within 40 degrees of the apparent wind. Our handheld GPS registered boat speeds between 4.5 and 5.5. knots over the ground. Easing sheets, the speed increased to the mid-6 range, and we registered a 7-knot run for several minutes.

When the wind increased to 14 knots, we tucked a reef in the main, which reduced heel and increased comfort while maintaining the same speed.

As advertised, one advantage of sailing a trailerable boat is the ability to maneuver in shoal waters. This became clear when we ran aground. Floating the boat was a simple matter of pulling a string in the cockpit, which raised the keel. When operating in shallow water, raising the rudder is also simple; you remove a pin, lift the foil to the proper depth, and replace the pin.

Finally, to confirm her maneuverability, we eased sheets completely, pulled the tiller hard over, and she spun on her keel, sailing in circles the diameter of her own length.

Our principal criticisms pertain to the size of the mainsail, and the headsail furling system. Light-air performance aboard the 26RK would improve with additional area in the mainsail, and that could easily be achieved if the tack were lowered or more roach area was added. Hake Yachts’ Sales Manager Dave Brady told us that most owners are content to sacrifice light-air performance for the ability to defer reefing when the wind really pipes up, but he also mentioned that custom sails remain an option.

The Schaefer headsail furler elevates the tack of the jib at least 12″ off the deck. That’s good for visibility from the helm, but it also sacrifices sail area, keeping the boat from reaching its full potential when going to weather. Hake attributes the use of that brand of furler to the fact that the unit is mounted on a levered tang that eases hoisting the mast. At this writing, he is considering the use of a CDI furler as an alternative. We’d also want to add a vang to get better mainsail shape off the wind.

The standard sails are manufactured by Super Sails, a Florida loft that Hake has used for 20 years. “They know our boats so well,” said Hake, “that the sails come out exactly to the specified dimensions.”

Pricing The base price of the boat is $29,950, including mainsail and 110-percent jib, standing and running rigging, bowsprit, and anchor roller. Surprisingly, this price is $5,000 less than the company charged for its 25-footer. Hake explained: “Price-wise, we wanted the boat to be competitive with the mix of entry level boats currently on the market, without compromising our hard-earned reputation for quality. To that end, we decided to offer the boat with a low (for us) base price so that a young family just starting out could have a Seaward now, and perhaps add some of the bells and whistles later, as their bank account grew.”

Interestingly, that approach differs from many manufacturers, who are adding to their bottom line by including many high-margin options in their base boats. A Seaward 26RK equipped with a Yanmar diesel ($7,500), rather than an outboard, galvanized tandem-axle steel trailer with surge brakes ($3,800), wheel steering, instruments, portable head, Origo stove, and a CDI furler, would list for almost $50,000.

We think Hake’s pricing strategy makes sense in this market since it allows the neophyte or budget-conscious sailor to manage the size of the expenditure, while affluent sailors can add all of the amenities they like. A small company like this, making just three models, does well to utilize that kind of flexibility.

Conclusions This is the second PS review of a Seaward sailboat; we think the 26RK is a much better buy than the earlier 25-foot model, especially since the company has managed to maintain essentially the same price for more boat.

This boat reflects a thoughtful approach to design that increases user comfort, though its sail plan may disappoint more performance-minded sailors. The additional space in the cockpit and waterline length are a plus, especially since they add only 200 lbs. to the displacement. And we think owners of the 26RK will be pleased at the boat’s ability to gunkhole in bodies of water where deeper draft vessels would be restricted.

Hake has succeeded in cramming reasonable creature comforts into a small area, so crew can sit comfortably when at anchor.

And he has come to grips with construction quality issues by publicly giving employees demerits for poor workmanship, and by using conventional construction methods to produce solid structures.

We also see the use of a la carte pricing as a plus. Since engine beds are part of the mold, a diesel could replace an outboard; and other retrofits could be accomplished just as easily. Plus, given the choice between spending more money on options or taking a credit for the sail inventory in order to buy a bigger mainsail, for example, offers additional flexibility for the prospective buyer.

True, the current glut of used 25- to 30-foot boats on the market provides buyers the opportunity to achieve the goal of boat ownership for significantly fewer dollars than Hake is charging for the 26RK. But considering the quality of this boat and its potential for high resale value, we’d recommend that buyers in the market for a trailerable cruiser seriously check it out.

Contact – Hake Yachts, 772-287-3200, www.seawardyachts.com .

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Seaward 26rk

The seaward 26rk is a 28.42ft fractional sloop designed by nick hake and built in fiberglass by hake yachts (seaward) since 2005..

The Seaward 26rk is a light sailboat which is a good performer. It is reasonably stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a day-boat. The fuel capacity is originally very small. There is a very short water supply range.

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Model Year :     2009

Current Price:     $49,500

Located in:     Naples, Florida

Hull Material:     Fiberglass

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Builder:     Seaward

L.O.A.:     26

Beam:     8'4"

Hull Design:     Lifting Keel with bulb

Manufacturer:      Yanmar

Model:    2YM15

H.P.     14

Engine / Fuel Type:     Four/Gas/Outbo

Fuel:    7 U.S. gallons 

Water:     20 U.S. gallons

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The Seaward 26RK is one of the most versatile "pocket cruisers" you will find. With her lifting keel offering draft from 15" to 6', inboard diesel, modern efficient sailplan, high aspect foils and roomy, comfortable interior, she is the complete package. And she is easily trailerable! 

This Seaward is a two-owner boat that has been meticulously maintained and is now available. 

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2004 Seaward 26rk - Newer vs. Older Models - Things to Look For

• Thread starter JDE
• Start date Jun 11, 2020
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In my quest for the perfect, do everything, trailer sailor, I've settled on the Seaward 26rk. This will be a significant step up for me, exposing me to a whole new set of systems, maintenance and repair (what I do when not sailing). I currently own a Hunter 23.5 and recognize that these two vessels are completely different and I will be jumping into the deep end of the pool. I will be looking at a 2004 26rk for sale (first year produced) this weekend and wondered if Seaward owners or others could suggest weak points in the early models or things I should be looking for on these unfamiliar systems. Is there any particularly difference in the early models than the late models that should concern me? I noticed that later models have a skeg where the prop exits the hull and the 2004 does not. The rudder appears to be a slightly different design, etc... Any and all suggestions welcomed. Cheers!  

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I received a list of two dozen sold units in the last 5 years from a broker in FL that aligns with your chart. The depreciation slows considerable towards the front of the production line making older units a good value provided the keels stay attached, of course.  

JDE said: I received a list of two dozen sold units in the last years from a broker in FL that aligns with your chart. Click to expand

Tedd - can you confirm the source of the detaching keel issue. Concerning to say the least.  

JDE said: Tedd - can you confirm the source of the detaching keel issue. Concerning to say the least. Click to expand

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I just spoke to Daryl Allen of Island Packet Yachts who are supposedly manufacturing Seawards. He said they offer keel upgrades for $5k if you have the bulb. It’s more if you don’t. Rudder upgrades too for $1500. Rudder upgrades are just for performance and ease of handling not a design flaw. He said the bulb issue is that the original design 2005-2009 allowed for the bulb bolts to loosen over time and in extreme situations of poor maintenance, fall off. I imagine never inspecting the keel or keel bolts on a Catalina could yield the same results. They have a new fabrication process that makes separation practically impossible. He said they perform upgrades on the order of one a month. If there is any sign of separation it should be replaced. I’m thinking I would do this proactively if I end up buying this boat.  

@JDE : Great information, thanks very much for looking into that. I'll definitely keep that in mind as I shop. I had the impression that it was only the first few boats, but that range covers every boat I'm likely to be considering, so it's very relevant to me. It will factor into the price I'm willing to pay. Tedd  

Either the 26rk or the 25 should do you well. We love our '96 Seaward 25. The issue with some of the early 26rk boats is that the bulb fell off the keel. That said, the keel and rudder went through some changes and improvements over the years. The latest version is a real nice improvement, but the latest version boat comes with a big price tag. If you can get hold of Nick Hake (he is still answering the phone, I believe, and brokering used Seawards), he can fill you in on the improvements he did over the years before Island Packet bought him out. The 25's can be had for about half the price of a used 26rk. I like the interior of the 25 better as there's more room without the keel trunk in the way. The 26rk solves the arch compression issues that plagued some of the 25's and should sail better up wind with the deeper keel. Either way, both are very nice boats for cruising. We've had ours in Lake Ontario and Huron , Lake Champlain, the Fingerlakes, Penobscot Bay Maine, and Rhode Island.  

@sesmith : Thanks for the feedback. One of the things I like about trailerables is how you can sail in so many different areas, the way you have. Tedd  

Crazy Dave Condon

@JDE You probably know who I am. For what it’s worth the Seaward 26 RK has a good reputation or name to include Catalina. Just like any new boats the first two or three may have had any issues but the company stood behind them. So you know. Dave alias Crazy Dave  

Bud Meade - Seaward

We bought hull #1. The keel/bulb joint was not mechanically fastened. IRRC, there were 17 boats that lost their bulb before the redesign. It was not, as suggested above, a result of poor maintenance or grounding. It was a design issue. Hake paid for my trip to FL from IL and replaced the bulb with the new design. Inflation has taken it's toll on new boat prices. We paid less than $50K for ours. Greatly enhanced pointing ability with a deep foil and bulb keel. Tracked like it was on rails. The 25's shoal draft wing keel allowed a lot of leeway when pointing. But, just like our current boat, a C-Dory 22, the boat drew the attention and compliments from sailors and non-sailors alike. There is a certain pride of ownership for such a great looking design. The keel trunk on the 26RK takes up a lot of room. We owned several 25's. Our first was a new 98 model. We owned an additional 4 used ones as well as buying the 26RK new after our 25 burnt in front of our house on the trailer. At ages 73 and 74, we no longer want to trailer a Seaward and raise and lower masts. The 13th step of a 12 step Seaward program is a C-Dory.  

@Bud Meade - Seaward : Sounds like you're about a dozen years ahead of us. My wife and I have a loose plan to get a nice sailboat (e.g., the 26RK) and then, when we're feeling too old to manage it anymore, switch to something tug-like. The C-Dories are nice. Thanks for your thoughts on the Seaward. Tedd  

Bobbi Ullinger

This is not going to have any bearing on your purchase, just an interesting story. We went the opposite direction. Our first boat was a Seaward Fox 17. We absolutely loved that boat. It was a sturdy mini-yatch that handled like a dream. It was the perfect boat for our family of 4, at that time. But then we added 3 more kids, and our little boat was too little, so we traded to a bigger, but lesser boat. For the past 17 years we've owned a Hunter 23.5. While we also love this boat, it is absolutely a different boat. Where the Fox seemed to find her trim at about 5 degrees of heel, the 23.5 seems happiest at about 15. That was something that the family had a hard time getting use to . We would have loved to get a Seaward 26, but for our young family, it was not even close to our budget.  

RE: Keel to foil issues on older 26RKs. The upgrage consists of bolting the bulb on through the bottom of the bulb. Older ones were bolted on through a tab on the top. Any groundings and/mishaps/lack of maintainence(?) affected this connection. Otherwise, great boat. Very comfortable and quick. Adjustable keel and rudder were convenient.  

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13 Popular Trailerable Sailboats with Lifting Keels

Trailerable boats come in a wide range of styles, sizes and capabilities. Dinghies and small sport boats are easy to trailer and even car top, but what if you're looking for something you can take some place, and maybe spend a weekend on board?

One good way to open a lot of shallow cruising grounds and gunkholes and to make your trailering life easier is to add a lifting or swing keel to the boat. With drafts under a foot on some models, these boats will give you a lot less trouble with overpasses, wires and launching.

While this isn't an exhaustive list, these thirteen popular boats will give you an idea of the range of trailerable boats with lifting keels you can find on the market. Some are older and no longer built, and you can find some of them at the boat shows and ready for purchase new today. Whether you're looking for a day sailer or a weekender for a couple to gunkhole along the coast, here are some great boats to consider.

Catalina 22 Sport

• Com Pac Eclipse

Flying Scot

• Islander 24

MacGregor 26

Montgomery 17, norseboat 17.5.

• Seaward 26 RK
• West Wight Potter 15/19

Most of these builders have several boat models, and several them have specialized in pocket cruisers, trailerable boats, and smaller hulls. Remember the specific model listed may be a good sample of their work, but check their entire lineup for something closest to what you want.

13 Biggest Trailerable Sailboats: Cheap But Good

Also - not all these boats are still in production, though they you can find them for sail used. Links are to the builder where possible, or to information pages to learn more if the builder is no longer around. Because we're looking at smaller boats, they won't likely be listed on brokerage sites, so you'll need to search for them on places like Craigslist, class association sites, and smaller regional boat sales sites and for sale boards.

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Com-pac eclipse, seaward 26rk, west wight potter (15 and 19), finding your boat.

First introduced in 1970, the Catalina 22 has been one of the most popular trailerable boats since its inception, though the Mk II update added a few inches of beam and couldn't race the Mk1 boats under one design class rules. The 22 Sport updates the classic original, while returning to the specifications for class legal racing out of the box with the original 22. It has a retractable lead keel, or an fixed keel option, and has berths below for up to four people. It's an easy weekender to launch and sail, with ready made fleets for fun, competitive racing.

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Com-Pac specializes in small, compact trailerable sailboats. The Eclipse is a solid example of their sloop-rigged boats. With a 21 foot overall length, 7'4" beam, and a 2,200 lbs displacement, it will tow easily with a modest vehicle. Down below, you'll find a double v-berth and space for cooking and food preparation. This converts to sleeping space with two additional quarter berths.

When looking for a trailerable pocket cruiser, look at the entire Com-Pac line.

Over five hundred CS 22 hulls were built in their production run in the early 70s, and this sturdy little cruiser is still a popular boat if you can find one on the used market. They conceived it as a lightweight, trailerable cruiser. It has a stubby externally ballasted keel with centerboard for added stability and pointing.

Though small, the interior has sleeping accommodations for four, a small galley, and a space for a portable toilet, making it a suitable choice for short expeditions and weekending. Though scarce today, the CS 22 is a good example of compact design that helped set the standard for later pocket cruisers.

The Flying Scot is a day sailer, and a popular design with over a hundred racing fleets around the U.S. It's an older design, having been in production for over fifty years, but this 19 foot sloop will still get a small group out on the water for a day of sailing and fun. Although it doesn't have an interior, clever and adventurous sailors have rigged up boom tents and other means to spend the night on their boats. Options on new boats include space for motor mounts, swim platforms, and higher end racing packages, and there is a strong market for parts and equipment.

The Hunter 22 is an updated replacement for the retired Hunter 216, another popular trailerable boat. The boat can be configured in a cruising setup with a V-berth and portable toilet, or a performance package with a sprit and asymmetrical spinnaker. For the size, it's a good value mini-cruiser with good performance and enough comfort to keep a small crew for a weekend. Depending how you configure your Hunter 22, it can run the gamut from comfy pocket cruiser to sporty day sailer.

Note: Hunter Marine changed names to Marlow-Hunter, though there is an enormous base of used boats with the Hunter brand.

There are several varieties of the MacGregor 26 beyond the base boat, including the 26D (1986-89), 26S (1990-95), 26X (1995-2003) and 26M (2002-2013). MacGregor boats have proven very popular trailerable boats, selling over 38,000 boats during the company's lifetime.

The Mac 26 differs from many small sailboats by two things - water ballast for stability, and the ability to take what is, by small sailboat standards, a massive outboard engine. A seventy horsepower engine on a 26' sailboat can make it hit planing speeds under power. This popular boat is a compromise - the water ballast, hull design, and smallish rig make it a somewhat underpowered sailboat, but it will sail. But if there is no wind, the Mac owners will still beat everyone back to the bar even while towing a water skier.

Their blend of form, function and design have made them controversial boats with experienced sailors, but there is no doubt the MacGregor 26 has gotten thousands of new boats on the water and built a loyal following for one of the most popular trailerable boats ever sold.

After the closure of MacGregor yachts, the Tattoo 26 was developed from the Mac 26 and is almost identical in performance capabilities and design.

Built at first with a fixed keel with an optional centerboard, orders for the keel/centerboard version outstripped the original and more centerboard versions were built. If you're looking for one, make sure it's the right version.

Lyle Hess and Jerry Montgomery designed the Montgomery 17 as a cruising capable, trailerable boat. The lapstrake fiberglass hull deflects spray and chop, and the 1,550 lb boat gives a stiff, dry sail. The cuddy cabin below has comfortable space for two adults, space for a portable toilet, and ample storage for gear and supplies. A four-part tackle rig makes raising the deck stepped a snap.

NorseBoats specializes in lighter day sailers and trailerable boats with a classic look but modern build and design concepts. Marketed as the "Swiss army knife" of boats, any of their offerings meet the criteria for an easy to trailer and handle boat with a shallow draft. The 17.5 can take a small outboard, has two rowing stations, and comes with a carbon fiber, rotating mast for easy setup and break down and solid performance under sail.

The larger NorseBoat 21.5 has an optional cabin version, with more sheltered space for sleeping and living than the open version.

The venture is a sixteen foot day sailer, and a modern design which can be sailed by up to eight people. The Venture has options for fixed keel, a centerboard, or a ballasted centerboard. As a forgiving design, it's a popular boat for inexperienced sailors and sail training, but still has enough power to be interesting and fun for skilled sailors as well. The RS Venture Connect features a lifting keel.

RS Sailing develops and sells many performance oriented small dinghies and day sailors aimed at a range of sailing skill and applications, from sail training dinghies to high performance racing skiffs.

Hand built with carbon fiber and vinylester resin over balsa core, this little boat is lighter than expected, but still sails well with options for a fixed keel or centerboard. At 16'10" overall, a 6'9" beam, and 1,300 lbs it's an easy boat to handle. But down below it's got a V-berth sized for adults and seating for two down below. The lapstrake designed hull deflects water and spray for a drier, more comfortable ride.

The smaller Sage 15 is another option for a lightweight boat using the same modern materials and techniques in a classically styled package.

The Seaward 26RK is the successor to Nick Hakes’ Seaward 25, with an edge to more comfort and better performance in a similar price to the last generation yacht. The result is the 26RK with more waterline, more buoyancy aft, and a lifting keel.

One of the larger boats on this list, the Seaward 26 RK, is still easy to move over land with a trailered weight under 6,000 pounds. The boat alone displaces 3,800 pounds, with 1,200 lbs. of that in retractable ballast with a bulb on the bottom. The keel lifts with an electric motor and is simple to operate. The cockpit is comfortable for four and has options for wheel or tiller steering.

Down below you'll find four six-foot berths and seating for four. Interior configurations include options for an enclosed head and v-berth, and a two-burner stove in a small galley.

Seaward Sailboats began sharing construction facilities with Island Packet Yachts and are sold through the same dealer network.

For over fifty years, the West Wight Potter has been a compact, trailerable option for a weekender and vacation boat. The fifteen and nineteen foot models have been fixtures at boat shows and in harbors, and sailors have even crossed oceans in these doughty little boats. The fifteen displaces only 475 pounds, with 165 pounds of ballast in the lifting keel. It's self righting and self bailing, with added foam for stability and floatation. The 19 is heavier at 1,225 pounds with 370 pounds of ballast, but the extra volume adds two more quarter berths, more headroom, space below, and more waterline.

With a kick up rudder and retracting keel, these little cruisers can be beached or taken in shallow waters. They designed the hull for stability and reduce spray for a dry and comfortable sail. Factory options include several creature comforts, sail options, and even trailers. With over 2,600 West Wight Potter 15s built and 1600 of the nineteen footer, there's a ready market of these pocket cruisers for sale.

While the big boats get the glory and high profile spots at the shows, smaller trailerable boats are what most people can buy. The corners of the shows where you see the West Wight Potters and Com-pacs to be just as exciting to me as the main docks filled with forty and fifty footers, because these smaller boats invoke a different adventure. An attainable adventure, for so many more people.

There's an array of smaller boats you can store in your garage or backyard and take out for everything from a casual day sail to a long summer vacation. This list gives you a flavor of what's out there in the trailerable boat market, but it's up to you to decide where you want to go and how you want to get here.

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2005 Seaward 26RK

Riviera Beach, Florida

Make Seaward

Category Cruiser Boats

Posted Over 1 Month

2005 Seaward 26RK Rare Find! Seaward 26 RK Base Sailaway with Trailer Yanmar 2gm20 Diesel with Low Hours Jib, a 135% Asymmetrical Spinnaker Self Tailing Andersen Sheet Winches Bimini Top Stainless Hot Water Tank Plow Anchor Pressure Water and Shower Stern Rail with Seats Mast Crutch Lazy Jacks Spinlock Crutch Lorance HDS 7 Gen 2 Chart Plotter with Sonar Raymarine 140 Speed and Depth Simrad Tiller Autopilot Fresh Bottom Paint

2003 Seaward 26RK

2003 Seaward 26RK Rare Find! Seaward 26 RK Base Sailaway with Trailer Yanmar 2gm20 Diesel with Low Hours Jib, 135% Asymmetrical Spinnaker Self Tailing Andersen Sheet Winches Bimini Top Stainless Hot Water Tank Plow Anchor Pressure Water and Shower Stern Rail with Seats Mast Crutch Lazy Jacks Spinlock Crutch Lorance HDS 7 Gen 2 Chart Plotter with Sonar Raymarine 140 Speed and Depth Simrad Tiller Autopilot Fresh Bottom Paint

2015 Seaward 26RK

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Stuart, Florida

Category Sailboats

2015 Seaward 26RK A Seaward 26RK is proof you do not have to sacrifice quality, space or performance when selecting a sailboat option that quarters fewer passengers. Accommodating two adults and two small children, our 26RK is perfect for small maturing families, or grandparents looking to enjoy retirement sailing the ocean blue. She is set apart by all sailboats in class and size because of her open cabin plan and excellent performance. You will find the cabin in our 26RK surprisingly open and spacious with sunlight brightening the cabin walls through eight opening ports. Come standard, she offers anything you would need for smaller journeys, yet the capability to enhance your stay aboard through our variety of optional equipment. With each space perfectly planned, her functionality is only one reason you will fall in love. Another reason is because of her quality design that contributes to her un-equaled performance. Like all our sailboats, the 26RK offers a performance keel and easily adjusted rudder. You maintain the same benefits of our 46RK and 32RK when it comes to ease of trailering without giving up performance. With a draft range between 15” and 6’ you can adjust to suit the water depth no matter where you sail. With control of the keel depth from the cockpit, you will find her easy to sail in any condition. Comparable draft range to the 32RK and 46RK gives you certainty your journeys across the deep ocean will give you the speed and control you need to handle any condition. Freedom is what you gain when you Sail with no Boundaries in comfort and with ease in a 26RK.

2012 Seaward 26RK

Annapolis, Maryland

2012 Seaward 26RK JUST REDUCED FOR DUE TO SELLERS INTEREST IN FINDING A BUYER NOW,  COME SEE HER AND MAKE ANY REASONABLE OFFER. This pocket cruiser has been used very lightly here and in fresh water. Her owners are ready to move on and want her sold now. This Seaward 26RK has most of the available factory options including the Yanmar diesel. Call now to see her in Annapolis.

2014 Seaward 26RK

Boyne City, Michigan

2014 Seaward 26RK   This 2014 Seaward 26RK is proof you do not have to sacrifice quality, space or performance when selecting a sailboat option under 30' that quarters fewer passengers. Perfect for the cruising couple, she will even handle a second couple for overnight stays. The quality of the boat is easily noticed as soon as you step aboard. Large, molded nonskid is easy on the feet, and easy to clean. The cockpit is beautifully laid out with a nice wide open floor and winches mounted aft, for easy single handing. The captain will feel at home behind the pedestal steering and Raymarine Electronics in a pod. Anderson #12 self-tailing winches make sheeting the sails a breeze. The included MAC sails are in like new condition, and feature a stack pack for simple dousing and storage of the main. The Furling jib is easy to handle and tack. This boat also features a Code Zero sail with a continuous furler, for sailing off-wind. The sail package and rigging of this boat is perfect for extended cruising, day sailing, or club racing. Down below, you will find the cabin in this 26RK surprisingly open and spacious with sunlight brightening the cabin walls through eight opening side ports and a large overhead hatch. HER FRESHWATER AND BLACKWATER SYSTEMS AND TANKS HAVE NEVER BEEN COMMISSIONED/USED. Clean, no headliner design is easy to inspect and maintain. The use of composites throughout the entire boat will equate to very little upkeep, even after many years of use. Come see this 26RK and see why no other towable boat compares to the quality and craftsmanship of a Seaward. Boat is easy to view in a heated, indoor facility. CALL TODAY.

Seaward 26RK

Kokomo, Indiana

Make Hake - Seaward

Model 26 RK

Category Cruiser Motorcycles

Length 28.5

I purchased 'Maverick' from a dentist in New England who pampered the boat (kept it on a lift) for a number of years before I purchased it. I was looking for a boat that met some stringent conditions: (1) could be trailered from Great Lakes to Florida, (2) easy to launch, recover, and had a mast raising system, (3) could be kept at home during the off-season, (4) had wheel steering and inboard diesel, (5) could be sailed to Bahamas, (6) looked great. (7) comfortable sleeping for 2. Maverick met all of my expectations and more! The Seaward 26RK is made in Florida and has a two-fold purpose: to sail in 'thin water' and to be strong enough to cross the Gulf Stream to the Caribbean. Check the specs and you'll see that it's draft is only 18 inches! I recently had 4 new tires mounted on the trailer and it pulls like a dream. When I purchased it in the New England area, I pulled it 1,000 miles to its current home with a 1/2 ton vehicle (Tahoe) and it handled super. It has an enclosed head, one of the biggest V-berths I've seen and is comfortable for 2, comes with a shore power cord for the 'creature comforts' while in a slip, and I even purchased a new flat screen TV and DVD player. It's a pleasure to sail and the retractable keel can be raised or lowered from the cockpit. It can be raised all the way up allowing it to be floated onto its trailer or lowered to 6 ft. for sailing in rougher waters and heavier winds. It has a newer (crispy) headsail and mainsail and comes with lazyjacks. It has a factory mast raising system that works like a charm. Maverick was sailed on Lake Michigan and then hauled back home where it has been winterized and is stored inside a pole barn. As you can see, there are very few of these highly desirable sailboats on the market, and the reason is because they are in such high demand. So why am I selling this awesome boat? Because I found an awesome house with a whopping down payment! I would love to keep it, but I am in the process of purchasing my 'dream home,' so my 'dream boat' needs a new owner. Happy bidding.

1997 Monterey 276 Aft Cabin

Port Washington, New York

MUST SELL!Manufacturer Provided Description1997 276 Monterey Aft Cabin w/7.4 MPI (310HP) Boat will be detail before delivery.Dimensions LOA: 29 ft 0 in Beam: 9 ft 6 in Length on Deck: 26 ft 10 in Maximum Draft: 3 ft 0 in Dry Weight: 6500 lbsEngine Total Power: 310 HP Engine Brand: Mercruiser Year Built: 1997 Engine Model: 7.4 MPI Engine Type: Inboard/Outboard Engine/Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol Drive Type: Stern drive Engine Power: 310 HP Dual Prop S.S. PropsCruising Speed: 26 knots @ 3200 RPM Maximum Speed: 42 knotsFresh Water Tanks: 1 Fiberglass (32 Gallons) Fuel Tanks: 2 Fiberglass (50 Gallons) Holding Tanks: 1 Fiberglass (21 Gallons)Compass GPS VHF Radio CD player Depthsounder Inside Equipment Microwave oven Refrigerator Electric bilge pump Electric head Air Conditioning w/Heat Electrical Equipment Shore power inlet Outside Equipment/Extras Cockpit cushions Cockpit table Swimming ladder Covers Bimini Top (Full Enclosure)Galley Kenyon one burner 110V/non-pressurized alcohol stove Norcold 110V/12V Refrigerator Pressure Water Seaward l6 gal 110v/Engine Driven Water Heater GE 110V Coffee MakerBennett Hydraulic Trim Tabs Guest Spotlight with Remote 13# Danforth Anchor w/chain and line rode 30A Shore Power Cord Dual 1100 GPH Automatic Bilge PumpsDisclaimerThe Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith with information provided by the manufacturer and owner's description including speeds and equipment. The Company cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

1988 Carver 38 Aft Cabin

Occoquan, Virginia

Make Carver

Model 38 Aft Cabin

Category Aft Cabin

1988 Carver 38 Aft Cabin 1988 Carver 38 Aft Cabin Clean fresh water aft cabin cruiser. Powered by twin Crusader 454 350 hp per motor, Kohler generator. This aft cabin cruiser has twin staterooms with dual heads, galley down, dual stations. Canvas includes bridge enclosure and aft deck enclosure ( NOT PICTURED)   ACCOMMODATIONSSLEEPS 2 IN THE FORWARD STATEROOMSLEEPS 2 IN THE AFT MASTER STATEROOMSLEEPS 2 ON THE DINETTE CONVERSIONCOMPLETELY EQUIPPED GALLEYTWO FULL HEADS WITH SEPARATE SHOWER STALLSLARGE SALON WITH CABINETRY  GALLEYFULL SIZE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER, “Tundra” (installed 9/1/2006)MICROWAVE AND TOASTER OVENTHREE BURNER ELECTRIC STOVE TOP WITH OVENPANTRYTWIN BOWL STAINLESS STEEL SINKUPPER AND LOWER CABINETSBUILT-IN COUNTER T0P BLENDER ELECTRONICSRITCHIE COMPASS – UPPER AND LOWER HELMNEW 7” TOUCH SCREEN GARMIN  GPS, WITH DEPTH GAUGE – UPPER HELM (6/15/2014)RADAR (RAYTHON) – UPPER HELMFUEL GAUGE WITH FULL INSTRUMENTATION - BOTHENGINE SYNCHRONIZER – BOTHVHF MARINE RADIO – UPPER HELMGAS FUME DETECTOR MONITOR – UPPER HELMNEW CO2 DECTORS IN EACH STATEROOM (9/26/2009)SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM WITH  27”  TV20 INCH TV IN AFT STATEROOMAUTOMATIC PILOT – UPPER HELM   ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL3 SEPARTE “MARINEAIR” AIR CONDITIONING UNITS WITH REVERSE CYCLE HEAT, FORWARD STATE ROOM, 10k  BTU (installed 8/28/2007) MAIN SALON 16k BTU (installed 8/21/2007) AFT STATE ROOM, 10k BTU (installed 7/30/2014)7.3KW KOHLER GENERATOR WITH SOUND SHIELD ENCLOSURE WITH ONLY 500 HOURSREMOTE CONTROL SEARCH LIGHT, AND HAND HELD SEARCH LIGHTNEWER “SEAWARD” 11 GALLON WATER HEATER (installed 12/29/2011) AND PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM20A BATTERY CHARGERSHORE POWER: ONE, 120V, 50A SHIP CIRCUIT, ONE120V, 50A AIR CONDITIONING CIRCUIT.ELECTRIC AIR COMPRESSOR HORN3 SEPARATE BILGE PUMPSTRIM TABSAFT DECK LIGHTINGFLYBRIDGE LIGHTINGNEW “LEWMAR” PRO-FISH WINDLASS1000 (installed3/20/2011) WITH 100 FT OF CHAIN & 100 FT ROPE RODE DECK FEATURESLARGE 45 POUND DANFORTH TYPE ANCHORAFT HARDTOP WITH FULL ENCLOSURESTMOID VINYL BIMINI (installed 6/15/

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 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

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Hake Yachts, Inc. was founded by Nick Hake. Hake purchased Island Packet and Blue Jacket in April 2016. Hake was subsequently purchased by Darrell and Leslie Allen in January 2017. All manufacturing for Seaward Yachts is now done at the Island Packet manufacturing facility in Largo Florida. 1979 Wild Acres Road Largo, Florida 33771 Original location: 4550 SE HAMPTON COURT STUART FL 34997 USA Parts Information - 727.535.6431

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