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• By Nim Marsh
• Updated: November 15, 2001

A true passagemake is a boat that carries its crew safely, comfortably, and efficiently from Point A to Point B, regardless of the weather. The Tartan 40 is a fine example of the breed, and Hull No. 46, built in 1988, took two mates and me 1,500 nautical miles, from the West Indies to New England, in less than 11 days-an average of 140 miles a day-during which wind velocities averaged 10 knots. Once, during a frontal passage, the wind gusted to 40 knots, and the Tartan handled it with aplomb.

The Tartan’s sail area-to-displacement ratio of 17.1, appropriate for a racer/cruiser, bears out its light-air capabilities. Its displacement-to-length ratio of about 250 suggests a cruising hull with interior volume sufficient to transport essential voyaging cargo without impeding its progress through the water. A Scheel-keel version (drawing 5 feet 1 inch) was later added to the deep-fin and keel/centerboard configurations that were initially offered.

A little genius in this boat shouldn’t be surprising, for it was designed by Sparkman & Stephens during the fertile era between the mid-1970s and mid-1980s, when the Swan 431, Swan 47, She 36, and Tartan 37 came off that firm’s boards. Three interior layouts were offered upon the boat’s debut: Plan A, the Standard, pictured here, has an aft-facing nav station to port of the companionway and four hanging lockers; Plan B has a wet locker and stowage where the Standard’s nav station is and a forward-facing nav station forward of the quarter cabin; Plan C locates a second head in the quarter cabin.

Designed by Tim Jackett in collaboration with S&S, the 40’s interior is meant to go to sea. The Standard layout-to my mind, the most seamanlike of the three-has a trio of good sea berths: port and starboard saloon settees and the double berth in the quarter cabin. Handholds are everywhere below, and teak cabinetry presents solid yet forgiving chamfered surfaces to fall into when in a seaway.

The U-shaped galley is to port of the companionway and, with two opening ports, has great ventilation, but the nav station, located aft of the companionway, receives minimal airflow despite an opening port to the cockpit well. A fan would be a nice addition. I never got used to facing aft, but there’s always Tartan 40 Plan B. The Standard’s single head, just forward of the dinette, was cramped but bright, well ventilated, and easy to clean.

The Tartan 40’s decks are wide, with substantial teak toerails, and the molded nonskid pattern is hard-core. The large cockpit has extremely comfortable coamings. There’s only one cockpit locker, to port, and it’s deep and vertical. It easily received a four-man life raft, bosun’s chair, dock lines, fire extinguisher, and other cockpit amenities and kept them all dry. The two lazarettes are also deep and dry, with plenty of room for cruising props.

Getting to the steering quadrant from the vertical lazarettes and locker would be a real challenge in a seaway. An access panel cut in the after bulkhead in the quarter cabin would facilitate maintenance and repairs.

The 40’s hull, laid up with unidirectional fiberglass, balsa coring, vinylester resin in the skin coat, and isophthalic NPG gelcoat, is blister resistant and has weight and strength in the right places. For offshore use, the mast would benefit from the addition of an inner forestay and runners to support the upper sections.

Between 1984 and 1989, Tartan built 72 40s, yet few appear in brokerage listings. Perhaps Tartan 40 owners know they’re well off and hang on to their boats. I found a 1985 sloop for $150,000 and a 1989 cutter with hard dodger and Scheel keel for $145,000, both loaded-remarkable prices for boats that will take you comfortably, safely, and efficiently to almost any cruising ground in the world.

Nim Marsh is a Cruising World associate editor.

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Classic S&S-inspired design moves on to a new life as a world cruiser

F riends in Miami just purchased a handsome 1989 Tartan 40. The successful sea trial and survey were the culmination of a systematic, two-year plan to find the right boat for extended cruising. Ricardo Paris attended my boat buyer's workshop a couple of years ago and we discussed his sailing agenda. He wanted to spend some time researching different boats and to take the measure of the market while working to build a "boat fund." He and his wife Claire plan to hit the high seas in a year or so, but they wanted to buy the boat now to get familiar with it and to properly refit it for serious cruising. Ricardo zeroed in on the Tartan 40 after considering many boats, including an Albin Nimbus 42, Hood Wauquiez 40, Nordic 40 and Jeanneau 42. The Tartan is an excellent choice. Although officially designed by Tim Jackett, the Sparkman & Stephens influence is obvious; just look at the rakish bow, low freeboard, reverse transom and subtle sheer. Jackett's designs during the 1980s were a masterful synthesis of classic S&S lines with modern features that sailors were demanding. The 40 is one of his best efforts. The overall excellent sailing performance coupled with a seaworthy hull shape and solid construction convinced Ricardo and Claire to pull the trigger. The lovely teak interior is not overly spacious but is more than adequate for a couple. The size was also appealing. At 40 feet it is big enough for any bluewater challenge they might encounter but still manageable for a daysail on Biscayne Bay. A sail area-to-displacement ratio of 17.1 speaks to performance, while the displacement-to-length ratio of 250 and ballast/displacement ratio of nearly 43% translate into stiffness, stability and the load-carrying capacity necessary for long-term cruising. Ricardo and Claire really piqued my interest in this beautiful old boat. For the purpose of this article, we are going to take a look at retrofitting a Tartan 40 for cruising. Our "hypothetical" boat will be a 1986 model. There were 72 Tartan 40s built between 1984 and 1989. They are not easy to find on the used market and tend to hold their value. We purchased our boat named Retro, for $125,000; a price that reflects the soft secondhand boat market. The boat, like most Tartans on the market, is well equipped and well maintained. It has newish canvas and sails and the Universal 50-horsepower diesel has relatively low hours and is in good running condition. Our monetary goal is to complete the retrofit for 20% to 25% of the purchase price, or around $30,000. Our sailing goal is to have the boat ready for a summer-long cruise in the Bahamas, and to be in excellent shape for day and weekend sailing and shorter cruises throughout the rest of the year. Prioritizing needs and wants is always the key to spending wisely. The Tartan 40 is a powerful sloop rig and one of our main objectives is to make the boat as easy to handle as possible without sacrificing performance. Sail controls need to be efficient. With that in mind, we decide to convert the traditional boom and slab-reefing mainsail to a Leisurefurl in-boom reefing system.

This is not an impulse decision. The Leisurefurl boom, installation, and the new mainsail and electric winch that the system requires will consume a big chunk of the retrofit budget. Still, it is a big upgrade and one that will pay dividends everyday. In-boom furling is efficient. It allows the main to be effectively reefed to any size to meet the conditions, you can carry just the right amount of sail while maintaining excellent sail shape. It is also safe because it keeps the crew off the deck; all reefing is done from the security of the cockpit. And finally, it's simple and clean and does away with the hassle of fitting the mainsail cover over a bunched up sail and around the lazy jacks. Alan Massey of Leisurefurl recommends the Offshore Model for the Tartan 40. The boom and extrusions are spar-quality T-5 aluminum, while the gooseneck fittings are investment cast 17-4 stainless steel. Each boom is custom engineered at Forespar's plant in Southern California. Roger Underwood and his team of experienced riggers at Nance and Underwood Rigging and Sails in Fort Lauderdale will handle the installation. Underwood, who has installed many Leisurefurl systems, estimates 25 hours of labor will be required for the job. The total cost of the boom and installation is $13,500. Underwood will also supply the necessary electric winch. Yes, an electric winch is critical. Forespar's Sales Manager Bill Moser says, "the electric winch puts the leisure in Leisurefurl." We choose the new Unipower900 radial electric winch from Harken. It is not the cheapest but it is surely the most innovative. Compact, light and strong, the Unipower radial winch has an ingenious design that places part of the electric motor within the winch base housing. The winch and installation tally $4,500. A new mainsail is essential. Massey explains that by the time you alter your existing main you are usually almost 70% of the way to the cost of a new sail anyway. Peter Grimm of Super Sailmakers in Fort Lauderdale explains that sailmakers have to understand the difference between building a good mainsail and a good Leisurefurl mainsail. Grimm recommends an 8.6-ounce high-aspect Dacron weave that will resist stretch, a critical issue with the Leisurefurl boom. He also recommends a two-ply leech that adds bulk to the leech and keeps the luff and leech rolling at the same rate, ensuring a clean roll. And with the two-ply leech the actual weight of the sail can be reduced. Grimm will build a sail with six full battens, the first being 18 to 20 inches above the foot and the others evenly spaced. A vastly experienced sailor, he reminds us that when reefing the sail the batten that you are reefing to ends up lying on the bottom of the mandrel. Because the reduced Leisurefurl sail is almost always flatter than a slab reefed main, or an in-the-mast reef, the performance of the Leisurefurl boom really shines when it is blowing hard. Grimm will not only engineer and build the sail, he promises to sail with us to make sure that it is cut, fit and furling just right. This is $4,000 well spent. The survey indicated that the standing rigging is in good shape so we'll focus on updating the running rigging. We will change out the headsail sheets along with the main and jib halyards. Bob Pingel of Custom Line Splicing in Milwaukee recommends Sta-Set from New England Ropes for new jib sheets. "Dacron double braid is strong and durable," Pingel explains. He can make up two 60-foot, half-inch sheets with whippings for $190. A new main halyard is essential with the Leisurefurl system and Pingel says that New England's VPC will fit the bill. A double braid line with a Dacron cover, the low-stretch Vectran/Polypro blended core is an excellent value. VPC is also a good choice for the new jib halyard. Pingel can supply both halyards, including a Wichard 2475 shackle for the jib and heavy-duty Tylaska H8 shackle for the main, splices and whippings for $675. The total running rigging bill comes to $865. We are feeling very good about our rig updates, now it's time to consider a new autopilot. Most serious cruisers will tell you that the most important piece of equipment on the boat is the autopilot, especially for those sailing with small crews. We choose the well-proven Raymarine SmartPilot. These pilots have been steering sailboats all over the world for many years and Raymarine's service and customer support is superb. There are three components that make up a "belowdecks" autopilot. First, you need a control head. We choose the compact but still user-friendly ST6002, a three-inch LCD unit that is easy to mount on the binnacle. The second component is the drive unit. The Type 1 linear drive electric motor can handle boats that displace up to 22,000 pounds and the Tartan 40 falls well within that range. Finally you need a core pack that includes the course computer and integrated gyrocompass. The X10 Smartpilot CorePack is designed to work with the Type 1 drive. After shopping around we decide to purchase the unit through Defender Marine. The three components total $3,326. Buying the autopilot is the easy part, installing it is a bit more challenging. Steve Sullivan of Tamboura Marine Outfitters in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, will handle the installation. Steve is highly skilled and can handle a wide variety of tasks, and as an independent contractor his $40 hourly fee is a terrific value. He anticipates 24 hours of work to mount the drive unit, control head and core pack, and another half day or so to "tie it all together." The total cost is $1,200. Our next job is the dirtiest, and one of the most important: a complete bottom job. Nothing makes a boat sail better than a clean bottom. The Tartan 40 has years of old bottom paint accumulation and is showing a few modest signs of osmotic blistering. It is not serious but now is the time for a dose of prevention. We haul the boat at Spring Cove Marina in Solomons, Maryland. Alan Richards of Spring Cove suggests that we start by soda blasting all the old paint off. This is an environmentally responsible process that has thankfully replaced sandblasting. The next step is to apply two coats of Pettit Protect. This is a heavy-duty two component epoxy coating. It reduces water absorption and is a good choice for osmotic blister prevention and repair. For antifouling bottom paint, Alan recommends Pettit Hydrocoat. This is a water-based, multi-season ablative paint that is environmentally friendly. It is becoming the choice of many boat manufacturers. The total cost of a new bottom is $3,400, or $85 per foot all in. Before putting the boat back in the water we decide to replace the three-bladed fixed propeller with a new folding prop by Flexofold. This has been a performance-oriented retrofit and it seems a pity to tow an anchor-like fixed prop when under sail. We opt for a folding prop for several reasons. First the performance is dramatically better than with a fixed prop and a bit better than with a feathering prop. We like the idea of the prop blades folding out of the way instead of pivoting and thus being less likely to snag a lobster pot or other floating obstruction. Tests have also shown the Flexofold increases performance under power, generating the same speeds with fewer RPMs. Dan Tucker of Flexofold sizes the appropriate prop by engine horsepower, transmission reduction and shaft size. A new 16-inch prop sells for $1,985. We have spent our budget, but our Tartan 40 is in great shape and ready for the islands.

1986 Tartan 40:  $125,000

Retrofit budget: 1.    Leisurefurl In-boom Reefing System    $13,500 2. Harken 900UPWC Radial Electric Winch, installed    $4,500 3. Super Sailmakers Mainsail    $4,000 4.    New England Ropes running rigging    $865 5.    Ray Marine Smart Pilot, installed    $4,526 6.    Petit Epoxy Bottom and antifouling    $3,400 7.    Flexofold Folding Prop    $1,985

Total retrofit work    $32,776 26% of purchase price Grand total    $157,776

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The Tartan 40 is a 40.25ft masthead sloop designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built in fiberglass by Tartan Marine between 1984 and 1989.

72 units have been built..

The Tartan 40 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a good water supply range.

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PRIDE 1985 | 40' Tartan 40 Sailboat for Sale

1985 tartan, 40' (12.19m) 40 - pride, pride, 1985 tartan 40.

• Southport North Carolina United States
• Fiberglass Hull

$ 80,000 USD

€ 74,284 euros $ 108,006 cad.

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Description

Price reduced.

Pride is a very well kept example of the popular Tartan 40. Built by Tartan Yachts founded in 1971 by Charles Britton. She has been meticulously cared for 38 years by her 1 and only owner. Pride's large open cabin provides space and luxurious appointments for your comfort while her efficient sail-plan, deck layout and hull design, provide bluewater ruggedness in a fast, easy to handle racer/cruiser. Pride has just had her hull painted and her brightwork is in excellent condition above and below decks. Pride is available to see by appointment in Southport NC. Please see all the details and photos below.

LOA: 40' " (12.19 Meters)

Type: Sail - Used

Beam: 12' 9"

Bridge Clearance: 62' "

Draft Max: 8' "

Draft Min: 4' 9"

Double Berths: 1

Maximum Speed: Knots

Cruise Speed: Knots

• Fuel Type: Diesel

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Fuel Tank: 47 Gallons (177.91 Liters)

Fresh Water: 110 Gallons (416.4 Liters)

Holding Tank: Gallons ( Liters)

Full Details

Pride vessel walk-thruogh.

Boarding PRIDE is made easy by the custom ladder which fits on port or starboard just forward of the cockpit. Going forward the side decks are wide and mostly unobstructed. The fore deck is fairly open and the inner-forestay can be removed for ease of tacking in light winds. There is an electric windlass which feeds chain directly into the chain locker.

The cockpit is quite large and easy to get around with excellent access to lines and controls. Entrance to the main-cabin is through a large companionway down 4 steps. The cabin sole has a beautiful high-gloss finish, the rest of the cabin in satin with only a few small blemishes. To port is a very spacious well organized galley and aft of that, the navigation table faces aft and has a comfortable secure seat. all the electronics and electrical panels are in easy reach.

To starboard of the galley is a private walk-in state-room with an almost queen size bed, hanging-locker, chest of drawers and an upholstered seat. Three opening ports provide plenty of natural lighting and ventilation.

The galley is open forward to the salon which has a large, convertible, U-shape settee to port and a full-length, convertible sofa to starboard. In the center the salon table has 2 drop leaves to serve the entire seating area for meals, and remain easy to get around when not in use.

Forward of the salon there is a head with separate shower to port. and a large locker to starboard in the foyer. This area can closed off to make a forward state room. forward of this is a large V-birth. There are three opening hatches in the forward cabin and several opening ports providing lots of natural light and ventilation.

All of the upholstery is in excellent shape as is the rest of the interior.

Pride Mechanical & Electrical Equipment

• Engine Make: Universal
• Engine Model: Atomic Diesel
• Engine Year: 1985
• Power HP: 40.00
• aprox. Hours: 5000.00
• 3 bilge pumps
• Marine head
• 30 amp shore power
• 12v House and starting batteries

Pride Rigging

• removable inner-fore-stay
• I:51.00 ft / 15.54 m
• J:16.00 ft / 4.88 m
• P:45.42 ft / 13.84 mE:14.00 ft / 4.27 mS.A.
• Fore:408.00 ft² / 37.90 m²S.A.
• Main:317.94 ft² / 29.54 m²S.A.
• Total (100% Fore + Main Triangles):725.94 ft² / 67.44 m²S.A.
• Displ. (calc.):17.46Est.
• Forestay Length:53.45 ft / 16.29 m
• Max Bridge Clearance 62'

Pride Electronics

• Icom Single sideband radio transceiver
• VHF radio transiver
• Furuno Radar
• Ray Marine GPS

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

• Engine Type: Inboard
• Drive Type: Direct
• Hours: 5000.00

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PRIDE 1985 Tartan 40

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For more information about this yacht please contact Curtis Stokes and Associates, Inc. We look forward to working with you!

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Lars Bergstrom

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, North Carolina Direct: 1-910-899-7941 Toll Free: 1-855-266-5676 Office: 1-954-684-0218 Email: [email protected]

For over 30 years Lars has been working with and sailing on a wide variety of sail, power and commercial vessels. He hopes to put this experience to use by helping to take the hassle out of purchasing or selling your next vessel.Lars started sailing with his father on the Chesapeake Bay and small ponds around Seaford, Delaware. After serving in the National Guard he traveled extensively with his brother, Carl, on their 28’ sloop and began restoring boats and working in boatyards around the Florida Keys. He provided everything from bottom paint and repairs to high-tech marine topside coatings, electrical wiring and sailboat rigging. During this time, he also crewed and skippered on many vessels including a trans-Atlantic voyage in 1992, and as 1st Mate for a year aboard the 79′ day charter schooner “Jolly Rover’ in Lewes, DE and St. Pete Beach, FL.

Always fascinated by the art of sail making, Lars accepted an internship at Quantum Sails in Marathon, FL where he learned about traditional handwork, high tech sail cloth, sail shape and yacht racing. Sail making led to canvas work and eventually to Fountain Power Boats where he supervised the design and construction of exterior canvas products. Then on to West Palm Beach, he worked on various yacht canvas projects before settling in Wilmington, NC to start his own sail loft/canvas shop. Lars and his wife, Carrie operated the store for 6 years.

After 20 years in sails and canvas, it was time for something new. In 2016 Lars and Carrie closed their business to pursue a carreer in yacht sales. They sold their house and moved aboard their 43’ Gulfstar with their three daughters. Lars has recently completed training to become a certified yacht broker and is ready to work with you. Whether buying, selling or trading your power or sailing vessel, Lars is committed to providing you the best possible experience.

Reach Lars by phone at 910-899-7941 or by e-mail: [email protected] .

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Boat Review: Tartan 40

THE BOAT: The modern Tartans are different from almost all other production boats, and that difference lies in two words: epoxy and carbon. The boats are not the classic plastics of the past; they are built in the space age with space-age materials.The hulls are all epoxy and glass-fiber laminates with inert foam cores that are molded in one piece using the vacuum-infusion method. The result is the strongest, most durable hull possible.A normal fiberglass hull assembled with polyester and vinylester resins in a hand lay-up process will be 25% glass and 75% resin; the Tartan epoxy infusion systems creates hulls that are 65% glass and 35% epoxy resin. The result of using this method is a much higher strength to weight ratio than is possible with traditional lay-ups. Also, epoxy does not blister or become porous over time.While the hulls and decks are molded in epoxy and fiber glass, the masts and booms are molded from carbon fibers fused with epoxy. The masts are lighter and more durable than aluminum spars, while the new pocket booms Jackett designed are both much easier to use than oval booms and much lighter.By applying the latest in composite and custom building technologies to the production boat building process, Tartan (and C&C) has really advanced the ball for owners who value the performance, safety, longevity, and durability of epoxy hulls and carbon rigs.

BWS THOUGHTS: The new Tartan 400 is a very appealing boat for cruisers looking for a practical, innovative boat for coastal and offshore cruising. The design is modern and promises to be fast. The boat is built with the latest materials and techniques. The rig is innovative and very practical for a couple or a singlehander—or for a racing crew headed offshore. And the layout and interior spaces are both elegant and well thought out for extended cruising. Tartan is a venerable American brand, so it is gratifying to see the company launch into the new economic age with a cruising boat that will be a signature of these less rambunctious times. When the new boat is launched this summer, BWS will put it through its paces offshore.Tartan 400LOA 40’7”LWL 36’4”Beam 13’0”Draft (fin) 7’5”Draft (wing) 5’10”Draft (k/cb) 4’8” (up)Displ. (stnd.) 20,104 lbs.Ballast (stnd.) 8,000 lbs.Sail Area (100%) 893 sq. ft.Sail Area (reacher) 814 sq. ft.Fuel 50 gals.Water 100 gals.Engine 55-hp. DieselBridge Clearance 64’1”SA/D 20.5D/L 172B/D 38%Designer Tim JackettTartan Yachts1920 S.R 535Painesville, OH 44077Ph: 440-354-6162www.Tartanyachts.com

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1989 Tartan 40

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Make Tartan

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1989 Tartan 40 Remember the beautiful sailing vessels of not so long ago when Sparkman&Stevens was equated to gorgeous! Remember what boats were supposed to look like with fine entry, graceful sheerline, and trim transom, with a bit of tumble home in the round midsection. The Tartan 40 was designed and built in the late 80s as more of a cruising boat than her predecessor the Tartan 41 S&S designed IOR race boat! To this day, S&S vessels are the quintessential definition of beautiful sailing yacht. The Tartan 40 S&S design built by the old Tartan bears the pedigree. The Tartan 40 has earned a deep respect from sailors as a racer cruiser and, in our eyes she makes a fabulous coastal cruiser that can keep sailing when others turn on the iron jenny. If you are looking for a pretty boat that will turn heads and likely show her transom to a few other cruisers, you should really check this out. This is a boat that is fun to sail! With her fin keel she is responsive even in lighter winds; and as the breeze strengthens you'll appreciate her even more. She's got the displacement weight of just under 18K pounds with a keel centerboard and about 7600 lbs of ballast you'll sail nicely over the Bahama banks and deep into pretty coves here on the Bay. Sloop rigged with a tallish mast, well 60' and ICW happy. She has inboard and outboard jib car tracks providing the tight sheeting angles you'll need to point mighty high; This pointing ability along with the dandy centerboard is a delight when you are trying to get someplace. It's no wonder the Tartan 40 makes a great cruiser because she offers so much through all conditions. As a live aboard home, she's warm and comfortable with a classic teak interior that feels like a real boat. The two stateroom layout gives you all the room you need for cruising gear and guests. When you load her up, she just gets all the more comfortable. Our "Passion" is a sweet boat that is well maintained and loved like few boats. Her owners have enjoyed her for over 20 years and now with grandkids in the making they are ready for other things. Equipment: Specs Builder: Tartan Designer: S&S Flag of Registry: United States Keel: Full Hull Shape: Displacement Dimensions LOA: 40 ft 3 in Beam: 12 ft 8 in L

1986 Tartan 40

Groton, Connecticut

Category Cruiser Boats

1986 Tartan 40 The Tartan 40 has a well arranged traditional layout. Forward is a double V-Berth, with shelves outboard and removable filler/seat. Aft to port is the head with separate shower area. Across from the head is a bureau/hanging locker. The mainsalon is roomy with table which resides on the centerline aft of the mast. It accomodates 5-6 comfortably. Port and starboard above the settees are built in storage lockers. The galley is aft to port with double sinks and plenty of counters and lockers. Further aft of the galley is the aft facing nav station. Across from the galley is a spacious aft double quarter cabin with a large bureau/hanging locker, drawers, a dressing seat and nice double bunk. The Tartan 40 has a natural feel below and she still brings rave reviews from visitors.

1987 Tartan 40

New Bern, North Carolina

Category Racer Boats

1987 Tartan 40 One of Tartans best cruising designs.

1986 Tartan T-40

Clearwater, Florida

1986 Tartan T-40 Endless Love 1986 Tartan T- 40 Price Reduced Is your goal to sail the blue waters of the world oceans. Maybe its to explore the islands or it could be just having a beautiful classic cruiser/racer to excel around the marks and have a comfortable solid boat for those memorable family cruises; Endless Love is the vessel for you. This Tartan T-40 has crisscrossed the Atlantic. With its swing center keel, it has maneuvered through skinny waters and with its sails trimming racing package: hydraulic back-stay and boom vang and the multi-track car system for fine tuning of the new (2019) 125% furling head-sail makes her a fierce competitor. Endless Love has just finished an exhausted overhaul. The superstructure is sound the classic lines exciting and the interior beautiful. 2018 - total interior refinish - new teak and holly sole 2018 - Mack 125% furling genoa  2018 - Raymarine EV-400 Autopilot 2017 - Sea Hawk Cukote Copolymer bottom paint

1988 Tartan 40 SD

Annapolis, Maryland

Model 40 SD

Category Sailboats

1988 Tartan 40 SD The Tartan 40SD, 'Nereid' is a 'sailing machine'. This fabulous Sparkman & Stephens design has classic lines, superb  deck & interior layout, she is built for speed and comfort too. This is the Scheel keel, shoal draft version of the T40, which allows the versatility of being able to gunkhole & cruise into shallow waters without sacrificing windward performance. Nereid has been used for club racing by her owners over the past 13 years and also as a family cruising boat on the Chesapeake Bay (see owners comments on performance below).  Many recent upgrades and ongoing maintenance by loving owners have kept her up to date and looking like a much 'younger' boat. Recent maintenance and upgrades include:New Carbon Fibre Mainsail (2014)New Carbon Fibre 155% Genoa (2013)New engine room insulation (2014)Lewmar Electric Windlass (2010)New Anchor Chain and rode - 75 ft of each (2015)Garmin GHP-12  Autopilot (2015)Garmin GMI10 multifunction displays (2011)Garmin 740 Chartplotter (2011)Garmin masthead wind, speed, depth, temp, barometer package (2011)All instruments integrated w/ NMEA 2000 network (2011)Standard Horizon DSC 580 VHF in cockpit (2013)Fusion Stereo (2015) w/ new cockpit speakers (2014)New Lewmar Hatch in main salon (2014)Solar powered ventilator in head (2015)Adler Barbour refrigeration (larger evaporator 2015) LED cabin lights throughout (2015)  and a LOT MORE!! The owner comments on performance: Nereid has a long legacy of solid competitive success racing in PHRF fleets on the Chesapeake Bay. She is a veteran of the Annapolis Bermuda Ocean Race and numerous Down the Bay, Southern Bay R

1987 Tartan T 40

Staten Island, New York

Private Seller (917) 757-5359 Photos Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Photo 7 Photo 8 Photo 9 Photo 10 Photo 11 Photo 12 Close Request Information * Name First Name * Email Telephone (optional) Best Time to Contact Anytime Morning Mid-day Evening Question/Comments (optional) Shop Safely: Protect Your Money. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. Contact Seller 1987 Tartan T 40,This meticulously maintained boat has a new 2013 Awlgripped hull that gleams and has Tartan craftsmanship throughout. Two staterooms (sleeping seven total) fore and aft separated by cabin/galley and head. Teak and Holly sole with extensive teak cabinetry. Galley has plenty of room for meal preparation with a large navigation station on the port quarter. Includes New Harkin Roller furling; Dutchman Main handling system; 155 Genoa; Quantum full Batten Main; 3/4 oz. Spinnaker in Sock. Also, hydraulic back stay and boom vang; 4 X manual; and 1 X electric self tailing winches. Includes CQR/Danforth Anchors 200' Chain/100' Line, Ideal ACW windlass with foot control; salt water deck wash down; fresh water cockpit handheld shower. Also, bimini, dodger, cockpit shade and seat cushions. Fenders, lines, and life sling man over board system. CNG 3 burner stove, Adler Barbout coldplate refrigeration, microwave, CNG stainless barbecue, pressurized fresh water system, 12 Gallon tank for heat exchanger/electric hot water. Also, upgraded 400 amp 12V battery system, 2 X Lifeline GPL-L16T 6V Batteries, w/Heart 15000/75 Amp Invertor. Includes Heart Freedom Interface, Heart Link battery monitor, separate 12V starting battery. Silva 70 V berth Compass, Ritchie Globemaster compass, Sail Comp racing heading indicator, auto helm 6000 w/new Raymarine linear drive. Includes Garmin GPS map 4208 with radar 2 heads(cockpit/navigation station), GDL 30a XM/weather data receiver, GMR HD Radome with 4 X C-Map chipset. Also, Standard Horizon GPS chartplotter 170C navigation station, Ray Marine ST 60 wind indicator and speed /water temperature/depth indicator (navigation station /cockpit). Also, Standard Horizon GX2355S (navigation station), auxiliary control handset (cockpit). ACR EPIRB Aquafix GPSI/0. Toshiba 19" LCD DVD player, Panasonic CQ-C54014 XM/CD player with interior and Seaworthy cockpit speakers. Napco Magnum Alert 1000e alarm system. This boat has been lovingly cared for, and is fully equipped with many extras, It is turnkey. $117000.00, 9177575359 Be sure: Get a boat history report|Finance this boat|Get an insurance quote|

1976 Tartan 37

1976 Tartan 37 TURN-KEY ABSOLUTELY READY TO CRUISE NOW! Perfect boat for Bahamas and single handed sailing!  Florence was just hauled out for new bottom job, zincs and a insurance inspection. Owner says she is ready for cruising now! Absolutely no issues. This boat is located in a slip at a Miami  marina and is very easy to inspect. Hard-sided sailing/rowing Dingy, as shown in the pictures, and a New  Suzuki 4-Stroke outboard motor included. NEW BOTTOM PAINT - COMPLETED DEC.03 2019 Mast Removed and serviced in 2014 New standing rigging and running rigging 2014 All new lights including all mast head electronics New VHF radio 2015 New Garmin GPS navigation Rebuilt Westerbeke 40hp Diesel engine New Gear box 2015 New Jib sale 2017 New Windvane Auto Pilot 2014 (monitör) New reefing system 2014 New alcohol 2 burner stove and Oven 2014 New Viking 8 Person Life raft 2015 12v refrigeration system 2014 New 3 battery (2 house 1 engine) 12v system 2017 New Solar panels 2014 (will run everything onboard without engine for weeks) Dual Solar charge controllers and battery charge diodes  All new LED lights inside and out for extra efficiency New $10k custom bimini including all sides for ra

1982 Tartan 42

1982 Tartan 42 Kintala is a special Tartan 42 in many ways. She is the Scheel shoal keeled version of this classic Sparkman & Stephens bluewater cruiser, with a 4'11" draft and a generous interior and high-performance tall rig (62'). Her owners have refitted her thoroughly as they have cruised, creating what is now the perfect tried-and-true cruising boat ready for you to take over.  Some highlights: Custom workshop with cabinets and workbench and elaborate parts and tool storage system  Transmission new in 2012 V-Drive new in 2012 Electronics new in 2013 Custom canvas and new upholstery  Many custom cabinetry features for excellent storage and comfort Cape Horn windvane LaVac Head Barrier coat and bottom paint in 2018 New headliner Complete equipment list: EngineWesterbeke 50 (orig)Hurth Transmission (2012)Walter V-Drive (2012)Michigan Wheel Marine 16R10 3-blade propeller and shaft (2017)PSS Shaft SealRemote oil filter system (2016)Electric fuel pump for bleedingVentilation bilge blowerNew throttle, shifter, fuel cables (2016)55-Amp API Marine alternator new (2018)Racor 500FG Fuel filter/water separatorElectricalGarmin GPSMap 441 (2013)Garmin GPSMap 541 (2013)Raymarine ST60 wind/depth/speedStandard Horizon GX2150 with AIS and DSC (2013)Icom RAM Cockpit VHF mic (2013)8D AGM Dekka battery (2013)Group 27 Dekka start battery (2013)3 Renogy 100 watt solar panelsBlue Sky Solar Boost 2000EXantrex Link Pro monitorRule 3-way bilge pump panelMicro Solar Pure Sine Wave Inverter 1000 watt (2015) with remote switchTrue Charge 40a battery chargerBattery IsolatorHeart InterfaceIncharge Alternator Regulator50 ft 30a shore power cord and outlet GalleyHillerange 3-burner propane stove and oven with broilerPropane solenoid switch in galleyNorcold 120v/12v refrigeratorHot-cold pressure water, Shurflo Revolution quiet pump, Shurflo accumulatorFresh water foot pumpDrinking water faucet, 2-stage under sin

2001 Tartan 3700

St. Petersburg, Florida

2001 Tartan 3700 Yanmar 40HP Diesel Engine W/1941 Hours THISTLE is a beautiful boat that has been well maintained with many upgrades. She is the last stick built boat, later boats were outfitted with a interior fiberglass liner losing much of the beautiful cherry and teak interior. Her hull sides have were painted w/Flag Blue Awlgrip in 2008, mast and boom were completely sanded down and re-painted in 2008, chain plates re-placed with 316L stainless steel in 2008, electric winch for main, electric windless for anchor, Dacron North Sails, plus much more included later in this listing. If you are looking for a great value on a Blue Water Sail Boat, then don't miss out on THISTLE! Electronics package includes Raymarine C90 GPS/plotter/sounder, Raytheon RN300 GPS, Ritchie compass, Raymarine ST60 Tridata depth/speed/trip, Raymarine ST60 wind, Standard Horizon VHF at navigation station and command mic at helm, and Navico Wheel Pilot. Call today to schedule a appointment, viewings available seven days a week!!

1984 Tartan 33R

Voorhees, New Jersey

1984 Tartan 33R, MUST SELL!!! WILLING TO NEGOTIATE PRICE.Magic is a T-33R (not a T-33):Powerful Masthead RigHigh-Aspect MainsailLarger JHigh-Aspect Rudder40in Destroyer WheelTartan 34-2 (1985-89) InteriorGenerous use of solid teakExcellent joinery workFull BiminiGarmin 740 Touch-Screen GPSIsotherm refrigeration systemDiesel Engine: 27hp Yanmar 3GM30FMaxprop 2-blade feathering propNavtec hydraulic backstay adjusterRaymarine autopilotSpecs, Equipment and Information:Tartan MarineSparkman & Stephens1984; Hull # 202/215Fin keelMasthead SloopDimensionsLOA: 33 ft 8 inBeam: 10 ft 11 inLWL: 28 ft 10 inMaximum Draft: 6 ft 3 inDisplacement: 10000 lbsBallast: 4400 lbsEngineEngine Brand: YanmarYear Built: 2001Engine Model: 3GM30FEngine Type: InboardEngine/Fuel Type: DieselEngine Hours: 800Propeller: Maxprop 2-blade feathering prop 2008Engine Power: 27 HPMixing Elbow (New in 2013)Motor Mounts (New in 2013)Injectors (New in 2013) TanksFresh Water Tanks (2): (60 Gallons)Fuel Tank: (26 Gallons) (New in 2014)Tartan 34-2 InteriorMain Cabin Sleeps 3 (2 1)V-Berth Sleeps 2Quarter Berth Sleeps 2Nav Station with Chart Table and Molded SeatBulkhead-Mounted Teak Salon TableTeak And Holly SoleTeak interiorSails & Sail HandlingMainsail: Dacron 2008Genoa: Cruising Laminate 155% Roller-furling 2008Spinnaker Jib HalyardSpinnaker HalyardPole Topping LiftPole DownhaulBaby StayHarken Head Furling SystemCarbon-Fiber Spinnaker/Whisker PoleGenoa Track Control Lines Lead Aft To CockpitMain Boom Vang Forcex6Navtec Hydraulic Back Stay Adjuster (New in 2008)Lewmar 40 Cabin-top winches (2)Cabin-top Line Clutches 6 (3 3)Lewmar 42 Genoa Winches Manual STs (2)Harken 46 ST WinchElectronics/Instruments:GPS: Garmin 740 Touch-Screen Binnacle-mounted; PortableSpeedDepthWind Speed & DirectionBinnacle CompassMasthead FlyVHF Radio: Unit/speakers in Main Cabin; RAM Mike for CockpitRaymarine Auto PilotAM/FM Radio: Cabin and Cockpit SpeakersElectrical Systems:House (2) & Starting (1) Batteries (New in2014)Integral Battery ChargerShip-to-shore Extension Cable 50ftShore power inletElectrical Circuit: 110VGalley & HeadDeep stainless sink w/Hot & Cold pressure waterGimbaled 3-Burner Alcohol StoveIsotherm Refrigeration System (New in 2013)General Ecology (Seagull) Water Purification System 2008Manual Flush Head: Jabsco (New in 2015)Holding TankBasin w/shower head; Privacy Teak DoorCloset and 2 storage drawers Wet LockerEngine Room & BilgeYanmar 3GM30FElectric Diaphragm Bilge PumpHigh-Volume (2000 gph) Electric Bilge Pump (New in 2013)----- $31900

1987 Tartan T37C w/ Scheel Keel

Melbourne Beach, Florida

Model T37C W/ Scheel Keel

1987 Tartan T37C, S&S design w/ patented Henry Scheel Keel. - M40 Universal diesel- Hood Fully Battened Main- Hood Roller Furling Jib- Asymmetrical Spinnaker w/ Hood Sock- Heavy Duty DavitsNew Items Include: Bottom Paint, Transmission, standing rigging, chain plates, Garmin18 Radar, Garmin 741xs, GMI20, GWind indicator, Edson cable & chain, 3 blade prop, stainless shaft, strut, stuffing box & Sumbrella cushions.Advertised well below recent appraisal. In very good condition. Go anywhere vessel.

1979 Tartan 37 center board

Charleston, South Carolina

Make Tartan 37

Model Center Board

1979 Tartan 37 center board The Tartan 37 is a Sparkman & Stephens designed performance cruiser that is responsive and a pleasure to sail. Her shoal-keel with centerboard increases the range of sailing activities, as well as the waters in which she may sail. The gain in shallow-water sailing is made without sacrifice of sailing performance. Nerissa has been lovingly cared-for by her past two owner's. Her teak cabin interior is in mint condition with original "Tartan Plaid" cushions in excellent condition. If you are targeting a clean, well maintained vessel, I highly suggest you take a look at Nerissa. All new sails used only once fully batten main,135 geneo, Brand new Standing rigging,Brand new running rigging all heavey duty. New Holding tank & Plumbing New batteries, No soft spots on deck. Over $13,000 invested on these items alone. The best Tarten 37 available today.Over $40,000 invested total.

1982 Nor'Sea 27

Harbor Springs, Michigan

Make Nor'Sea

1982 Nor'Sea 27 This 1982 Nor'Sea 27 has been lovingly owned by one couple since the boat was built. By any standards, the Nor'Sea 27 is a remarkable yacht, constructed to a standard that is rare in a cruising boat of this size. With her one-piece, hand-laminated hull, all-lead ballast, top-quality metalwork and remarkable joinery, the Nor'Sea 27 is the ultimate in transportable yachts. This small but rugged pocket cruiser provides live-aboard comfort and can handle heavy weather and long distances while remaining legally trailerable at only 27ft long.   It is said the Nor'sea 27 is one of only a half-dozen American production boats designed and built to spend a lifetime on the ocean, rather than in a marina.  Where most boats are built sufficiently strong to avoid warranty claims and Coast guard recall lists, the Nor'sea is built to a different standard. The Nor'Sea hull is hand laminated in one piece--not two halves glued together.The laminations schedule call for a minimum of seven layers of alternating 1 1/2 oz, mat and 18 oz roving on the sides, increasing to nine layers at the waterline, 11 layers at t eh garboard and 22 layers at the stern. Thicknesses vary from 5/16" on the sides to 3/4" at the keel. Chainplate areas are heavily reinforced. This is approximately the same layup schedule as used on much larger "cruising" Boats, i.e Valient 40, Tartan 50. The lapstrake construction requires approximately 40% more labor hours in layup than a smooth hull. The benefits obtained--much stronger and rigid hull.

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Tartan Tock 40

Tartan Tock 40 is a 41 ′ 4 ″ / 12.6 m monohull sailboat designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built by Tartan Yachts between 1976 and 1977.

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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

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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

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

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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Sabre 42, Tartan 40 or...

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• 38-44' long
• no more than 6' draft for South Florida and Bahamas cruising.
• "classic" good looks so no extra-wide transoms.
• good performance.
• East coast or gulf coast.
• Less than $120k
• East to sail. He's a very good sailor and in good shape, but not as young as he used to be. The grand-children aren't old enough for crew yet either.

3 great boats... good luck finding one for <$120K. Why so big (40'+)? That seems like a lot of boat (and to my limited finances, a lot of $) for someone getting "back into sailing after 20 years." Finding a place to keep it, or slips to visit with it, would be more difficult than with a 35-40 footer (or less).  

What's his intended use? Daysailing? Weekending? Cruising? Racing? The Tartan and Sabre are good places to start. If it were me with that budget and need, I'd also consider: -Caliber 40: a bit slower, heavier than the Tartan or Sabre, but still well-made and capable -Catalina 42: In my opinion, one of the better sailing Catalina hulls. She's a good cruiser with performance.  

kwaltersmi said: -Catalina 42: In my opinion, one of the better sailing Catalina hulls. She's a good cruiser with a good performance. Click to expand...

I agree that it sounds like a big boat for getting back into it, especially since you say "but not as young as he used to be" of course none of us are. Unless he wants to be able to host a bunch of grand kids over, or use it as a vacation condo as well. If you go a bit smaller you might be able to get more things like electric winches and a reliable main sail furling that will help make it easier to sail for an older person. The newer Tartans like the 3400/3800 have good classic lines but sail like a more modern boat. You might look at any of the Perry designed cruising boats as having nice lines. The Passport 40 woudl be an excellent example. The Passport 40 would be easy for a single hander but seems it would be a fair amount of work and might be "too much" for those quick jaunts out on the water.  

I love the Passport 40 but consider it more of a 'voyager' boat than a coastal boat. Agree with the Cat 42 recommendation above for that kind of duty, a MKII might be had for that budget before any Tartan or Sabre of similar size.  

And if you think finding a good wife is difficult, try finding a good boat! Like everything with boats and sails you have a lot of stuff going on in your objectives. Your budget is most likely not going to put you into smaller production run boats - Sabre, Tartan…..You're really looking at production boat like Catalina or Jeanneau. What ever you find is going to be older than new. A good rule of thumb is plan on spending an extra 30% to "improve the boat or get it outfitted. I spent 3 years looking for , "the right boat" The one that was maintained perfectly had all good stuff….. I sent 37% of the purchase price getting it set up for my needs. I have read often that the average is 30%. Your needs will determine what you have to do and spend. I'm 58 and sail 41 feet. It's all I can handle. On the water isn't too tuff as long as I don't have it over powered. Furling head sail and lazy jacks help. Good winches pick up the load. But trying to get her into a slip in a good breeze or cross current is always an adventure. I mostly single hand and it sounds like your Dad is going to be doing the same. Anchoring a big boat is more complicated than a small boat. A simple rig is easier than adjusting running back stays and all of the other fun things that that a crewed boat can have. You'll also want to consider everything that you'll need: tender, davits no davits, out board, life raft, epirb, life jackets, electronics…..pots and pans…. All of this stuff gets expensive quickly. An anchor for 40 feet runs more that $600 after you add chain and line... Figure out how you will really use the boat and which what size crew. Get a good grasp on all of the things you think you will need, and before you buy have a good understanding of how much more its going to cost you to out fit/upgrade,/maintain it. And don't forget maintenance. Wood is a lot of work! Wax takes a lot of effort! Bottom paint is expensive. Good luck!  

Hey, Catalina 400 or 42? Jeanneau 40 (various models), Alerion Express 38. Personally, I like the later model Hunter 38 and 40 models. Without knowing more about the use these are all just guesses. Barry  

To answer some questions and comments: He's already got a slip and has bigger power boats before. Last sailboat was 34. He wants room for two couples and perhaps some grandkids. A generator or room to install one is also nice for summer cruising in the Bahamas. I think this puts you in the 40' range. A good windlass, autopilot and an electric halyard winch go a long way toward making things easier. I've singlehanded my Creekmore through the caribbean and she's big for a 40 footer. Mostly sailing in South Florida with cruises to the Bahamas and hopefully Cuba. There seem to be some good deals on boats in this size. I'm just glad I don't have to sell my boat. There are at least three Tartan 40s for under $100k on YachtWorld: I don't think he's interested in Catalina,Hunter, Benateau, Jeanneau, IP or any boat with a structural liner. I delivered a Caliber 38 which seemed well made although the sailing qualities weren't to my taste. At first he wanted a Valiant 40, but realized this is more of a voyaging boat. I think you give up some convenience in the pursuit of seaworthiness. Passport 40 may be worth a look.  

Too funny, the Sabre and the Tartan are on my short list for "next boat". The Tartan w/ the board down points pretty well, at least as far as I could tell by the one that was catching me last fall in a race! Lots of bright work though and down south you'll need to keep it up far more often than in New England say. Any of those three would be a good boat. I have to agree w/ some of the comments about 40 being a big boat. I singlehand my 36 and would feel comfortable w/ a 40 under most conditions... but I also sail a LOT. Over 3K miles last year on my boat alone. Just my .02.  

Some nice choices presented already. I would only add the Ericson 38-200 with the "standard" keel, around 5' draft. A lot of them were built with the 6'6" option keel. Great performance but not optimal for the area under discussion. Loren  

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