Boats Less Than $30K Recent Noteworthy Finds

[john61ct]

10' of that 33 is overhang! Sure looks pretty though

[406Columbia]

Originally Posted by john61ct

10' of that 33 is overhang! Sure looks pretty though

Yeah its a waste of space and lost waterline, but like you said she sure is pretty.

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Originally Posted by 406Columbia

Yeah its a waste of space and lost waterline, but like you said she sure is pretty.

It's not lost. You find it as soon as you heel the boat over.

[john61ct]

My understanding is an artifact of CCA rules dictating design.

OK for light winds, not so great in heavy seas.

[Don C L]

Originally Posted by john61ct

My understanding is an artifact of CCA rules dictating design.

OK for light winds, not so great in heavy seas.

Really? Well if you are referring to hobby horsing, yes you should load it heavily centrally, but once heeled a CCA design has nice motion and a lot more waterline at play. Now dead downwind, yes there will probably be some rolling, and inclination to broach down in the troughs, (not necessarily just CCA boats) that comes with the CCA territory. But I like my own CCA boat in the heavier seas I’ve seen so far with her.
Too bad there’re not more chances for folks to sail a CCA boat in various conditions to see if it suits their tastes.

[406Columbia]

All that said, I don't think you can find a more beautiful boat then that era and back. The old folk boat inspired designs are so beautiful.

[john61ct]

Yes just amazing going for less than an old Honda Civic. Gives me tremendous hope in selfish terms, but sad in other ways

[Steadman Uhlich]

Bayfield 32

Year 1984

Location Myrtle Beach SC

Shoal Draft

Asking Price $17,500

Note! 2004 Yanmar Diesel with only 60 hours!

1984 Bayfield 32 C Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com



Specs
Keel: Full

Dimensions
LOA: 32 ft 0 in
Beam: 10 ft 6 in
Maximum Draft: 3 ft 9 in
Displacement: 9600 lbs

Engines
Total Power: 15 HP

Engine 1:
Engine Brand: Yanmar
Year Built: 2004
Engine Type: Inboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Hours: 60
Drive Type: Direct Drive
Engine Power: 15 HP


Tanks
Fresh Water Tanks: 1 (20 Gallons)
Fuel Tanks: 1 (20 Gallons)

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Originally Posted by john61ct

My understanding is an artifact of CCA rules dictating design.

OK for light winds, not so great in heavy seas.

I couldn't disagree more. Some really great cruisers came out of the CCA rules. Here's an interesting thread on the subject: Examples of cca era sailboats - SailNet Community

[SFS]

The Bayfield ad is interesting as it notes the 60 hours on a 14 year old diesel. Like that is a good thing.4 hours a year on average. I wonder if the oil got changed yearly.

[john61ct]

Thanks to all helping me correct my misunderstandings about CCA. Since I have no interest in racing, I figure(d) boats not designed under any such rules were more likely to meet my non-speed-related needs.

[Don C L]

Well I hope I don't offend anyone, but I think a boat that was designed without any intent to try to perform well, as in racing, will not be much fun or satisfying for cruisers either, eventually. I think the more one sails, the more one appreciates whatever the designer did to improve speed and pointing ability, even if they don't plan on racing. If you take an old boat, like the Rhodes 41 or a S&S Hughes 38 (at random,) you might be surprised and pleased at how nicely they sail and fast, and how strong, they are even if they are not as roomy as your newer neighbor's boat.

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It should come as no surprise that many boats designed to take advantage of the handicapping rules developed by the Cruising Club of America turned out to be great cruisers. The CCA has always been an advocate of safe offshore cruising boats.


https://www.cruisingclub.org/

[john61ct]

Rather than my derailing this excellent thread further (apologies), let's continue that OT discussion here http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/...ot-201729.html

[Near2KR]

Take a look at this.

1977 Alden 44 Reduced to 30k

The good.

It's an Alden 44. Beautiful lines. Very useful below decks layout, and very nicely crafted by Tillotson-pearson.

The bad.

The teak decks failed, a while ago. 100% of the deck and core appears to need replacement. This has also caused water damage below. Cushions, headliner etc below all needs replacing.

But, it's an Alden 44.

1977 Alden 44 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com