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Builder: Fluid Yachts, Knysna, South AfricaModel: Fluid F180 Sport Boat | Design: Fluid F180Year Built: 07 April 2013 | Hull No.: FLUID008F180MAY2013LOA: 5.4 m | Beam: 2.55 m | Draft: 1.4 m keel down / 0.13 m keel upApprox. Displacement: 550–600 kg
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One day you'll wake up and there wont't be any more time to sail, row or motor around and explore. Do it now . . .BUILD TO ORDER PRAM: SAILING OR ROWING OR OUTBOARD OR FULL HOUSE nesting or traditional hull.Ideal yacht tender. To your specs. and colour.Material specifications:Selected Marine plywood throughout meeting the British Standard, BS 1088 Aerontec Epoxy resin and 220 gsm Fibre fabric The Eastport Pram is 2.36 meter which is pretty small, but still compact enough for storing aboard the smaller classes of cruising yachts.
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One day you'll wake up and there wont't be any more time to sail, row or motor around and explore. Do it now . . .BUILD TO ORDER PRAM: SAILING OR ROWING OR OUTBOARD OR FULL HOUSE nesting or traditional hull.Ideal yacht tender. To your specs. and colour.Material specifications:Selected Marine plywood throughout meeting the British Standard, BS 1088 Aerontec Epoxy resin and 220 gsm Fibre fabric The Eastport Pram is 2.36 meter which is pretty small, but still compact enough for storing aboard the smaller classes of cruising yachts.
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R 435,000
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The Sadler 32, designed by David Sadler and built by Fortuna Yachts, is a highly respected British cruising yacht known for her solid construction, excellent seakeeping, and offshore pedigree. Launched in 1991, this vessel is ideal for coastal cruising, club racing, or extended passages.Sadlers are renowned for their GRP hull and deck, balanced sailing performance, and reassuring motion at sea, making the Sadler 32 a favourite among serious sailors. SpecificationsLength Overall: 32 ft / 9.60 mBeam: 3.2 mDraft: 1.68 mDisplacement: ±4.3 tonsHeadroom: ±1.8 m (6 ft)Hull & Deck: GRPKeel: Fin keel with rudder on skegSteering: Tiller
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R 450,000
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Beneteau First 35 1984. Asking R450000-00. Or reasonable offer.
Nice family boat. 3 cabin version. Antifouled and topsides
resprayed white in 2022 Slipped and anti-fouled in December 2024. Shaft gland repacked
and Cutlass bearings replaced. All keel bolts replaced and torqued down. Hull
certificate and COF issued in November 2024.
Interior has been
painted but could do with some more minor
TLC.
Exterior deck resprayed May 2025 to look great again.
Wheel steering. Emergency tiller.
Mainsail, Roller furling genoa, Hank on No 3 Jib, Storm Jib.
All good condition. Also has Inner forestay connection.
Engine Yanmar 3YM30 in good condition. Gearbox or clutch
need attention.
Loads of engine and electrical spares.
Nav equipment includes Garmin GPSmap 421 Chart plotter, new
echarts 2025 and paper charts.
Safety equipment to Category C, certified to carry 6 persons
currently. Has 6 inflatable PFDs with Safety harnesses. Plus 6 lifejackets. Pyrotechnics expire in August 2026.
Communication by Fixed Cobra DSC radio plus a portable Standard
Horizon VHF. Ship Station radio licence expires March 2026.
Galley two burner Eno gas
stove with oven, Ice box and portable DC cooler box. Pressurised water
to galley and forward shower.
Booked for Slipway at SBYC for hull survey in October 2026.Berthed at Mykonos Marina, Langebaan.
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“PocketShip” is a small cruising sailboat of refined model, meant to sail well on all points, provide dry camping accommodations for two adults, and tow behind a four-cylinder car. More than 60 are sailing or under construction on six continents.Interior arrangements are ample, we think bigger and more comfortable than anything else this size, without compromising Pocketship’s looks and performance. Two adults may sleep below or wait out a rain shower, and a portable head stows beneath the cockpit, sliding forward into the cuddy for use. The enclosed area of the cabin is identical to an average four-man tent, but drier, more private, and more secure.PocketShip is stiff and fast and tacks through 90 degrees. The helm is light and the boat will spin nearly in its own length in both light and heavy air and with a variety of sail combinations.“Go simple, and if that appeals to you then there is no more simple way to cruise than this design from John C. Harris. ...This is one dandy looking little boat. It’s shapely, with lots of sheer, a pugnacious bow profile and sweet overall hull lines.” Robert H. Perry, Sailing Magazine June 2009Read more at CLC boatsLength 4.5 mBeam 1.9 mDraught 400/914 mmWeight 360 kgLoad 715 kg (1600 lb)Sail Area 145 sq ftI have 20 years experience building Epoxy, fibre fabric and Marine ply BS1088 grade watercraft. I also make use of CNC for precision manufacture.
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One day you'll wake up and there wont't be any more time to sail, row or motor around and explore. Do it now . . .Note from the designer Sam Devlin:Sam took his inspiration for this little workboat from the pangas he admired on his frequent visits to Mexico. These remarkably seaworthy skiffs had generous freeboard to fight back the chop that came up with the afternoon winds and were narrow for greater efficiency and speed under the power of modest outboards. The Candlefish 13 is diminutive version of the panga weight of 165 lbs.The Candlefish 13 is a versatile small fishing boat. Originally designed to be a cartoppable fishing skiff, she has also proven to be an excellent yacht tender. This is a big round-bottomed 13-footer, and she’ll handle a 5-20 hp outboard.The thwarts, benches, and bulkheads reinforce the hull and leave the interior free of structural clutter. There’s no shortage of firm unobstructed footing. The cockpit sole is fairly flat, so to keep any water that gathers there from splashing underfoot it’s covered with removable honeycomb rubber mats.The bottom has a keel running aft from the stem and ending about 30 cm shy of the transom. At the aft half of the hull there are bilge keels at the sides, protected, like the keel, by brass caps. Two wedges, each about 25 cm wide, serve as fixed trim tabs and keep the boat from hobbyhorsing with a light load aboard.With a 20-hp Yamaha four-stroke outboard powering the Candlefish, she gets up and a plane with one person aboard in about 4.5 seconds and then with the throttle wide open flies along at 20½ knots. With two of us aboard, the Candlefish 13 topped out at just over 17 knots. She tracks well at all speeds and banks quickly and powerfully into turns: I quickly learned to use a soft touch on the tiller. A slight angling of the tiller sets the inside chine down, and the Candlefish carves smartly around.The Candlefish maintains a level trim and good visibility at low speeds thanks to the centrally located cargo compartment and the fixed thwart that keeps the helmsman well forward of the tiller. The bow rises only briefly as she climbs up on a plane, and the skiff levels right out again.We’ll use British Standard 1088 Marine Grade Plywood, CNCed 9mm for the hull and 18mm for the bulkheads. The exterior is sheathed with Fibre glass fabric and epoxy. The lumber that goes into the gunwales, seat edges, keels, breasthook and knees is either American prime Ash or purpleheart.
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R 5,500,000
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NEW Factory built monohulls built in cape town Gordon bay south africa by TOSCA YACHTS BUILDERS - 2 CRUISING VERSIONS AVALABLE - option one - TOSCA39 / center cockpit aft cabin option 2 - TOSCA 40 Fast cruiser open cockpit - both options are cruising family yachts.If you are planning to purchase a new factory built cruising monohull and want a yacht that you are able to have built for you and personalized for you give us a call - these yachts are full category A sail away at much more affordable prices than internationally built yachts - hull deck and bulkheads options are available.www.toscayachts.co.za www.angelacollinsyachts.comcontact - FOR MORE DETAILS Angela Collins 0649138516 Darrel Collins at TOSCA YACHTS 0647211176
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R 115,000
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Builder: Fluid Yachts, Knysna, South AfricaModel: Fluid F180 Sport Boat | Design: Fluid F180Year Built: 07 April 2013 | Hull No.: FLUID008F180MAY2013LOA: 5.4 m | Beam: 2.55 m | Draft: 1.4 m keel down / 0.13 m keel upApprox. Displacement: 550–600 kg
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Hermanus12
R 590,000
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this 24ft Catamaran is specifically rigged for the West Coast lifestyle. Designed for performance but built for ease, she is the ideal vessel for a couple seeking adventure without the stress of a large crew.Key Highlights:Langebaan Ready: With an exceptionally shallow draft, this cat is designed to be beached. Step directly from your cockpit onto the sand in front of your cottage.Short-Handed Excellence: Rigged for easy handling by a couple. All controls are within reach, making self tacking and docking effortless even in the West Coast’s famous breezes.Performance & Safety: Don’t let the comfort fool you—this hull is built for seaworthiness. She offers a stable, dry ride with impressive speed, ensuring you can navigate the Atlantic swells or the Lagoon chop with total confidence.Includes a High & Dry Boat Lift (https://www.highanddryboatlifts.com/)9.9HP Electric Start Trim with Electric Trim & Tilt2 x 5hp HasWing Electric MotorsInterior & Accommodation:Overnight Comfort: Features two double berths, perfect for weekend getaways.Full Amenities: Includes a private Heads (potaloo toilets) and with storage lockers for all your gearLight & Airy: Designed to feel much larger than 24 feet, with clever use of space for extended stays.The Ultimate Entertainer:8-Seater Cockpit: The heart of the boat. The massive cockpit area comfortably seats eight adults, making it the premier platform for sundowners with friends or family lunches at anchor.Seamless Flow: The transition from the bridge deck to the hulls makes moving around the boat safe and easy for all ages.Specifications:Length: 24 FootType: Sailing CatamaranDraft: Ultra-shallow (50cm)Capacity: 2 Double Berths / 2 Portaloo HeadsLocation: [Mykonos Marina]This is a rare opportunity to own a manageable, high-performance catamaran that fits perfectly into the Langebaan lifestyle. Skip the maintenance of a massive yacht and enjoy the agility of a 24-footer that punches well above its weight class.
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R 550,000
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34ft formosa, center cockpit, sloopBuilt in 1979 when fiberglass was made thick and sturdy.Load of storage space and enough room to stand straight up in any part of the boat if you shorter that 185cmThe deck needs a pain and some anti-fouling done.Moored in Mykonos, LaangebaanLoads of equipment, see belowCabin Types:Two cabin version. Blue upholsteryDouble forward cabin.The saloon has a U-shaped settee to aft with saloon table three berth conversion.One double aft cabins with hanging lockers, stowage and 2 port holes.Wet room - with electric toilet, basin, and showerToilet is jabsco with button switches and uses salt waterRunning water with water pump and 5 filter system for drinkingBig kitchen with double basementHuge engine room with easy access, make all part of the engine very accessibleDigital manuals for all equipment on the boatConstruction:White GRP hull and superstructureCentre cockpit sole & seatsLOA 34’LWL 29’6”Beam 11’10"Draft 5'6"Displacement 13600 lbsOther equipment:Yanmar 3JH5E Engine - 39hp diesel engine - Installed new in 2015 - 180 hoursBrand new fitted Ullman Full Battern Main sailUllman roller furler head sail92.5 liter Snowmaster fridge+freeze 12V+220VCanadian Solar HiKu 460W Mono PERC Solar Pane2 set of battery banks - 300AMP and 200AMP as backupCustom switchboard with fuses on all switchesVictron shorebattery chargerSolar/invertor/battery charger (needs repair) - Mecer600L onboard water (2 sets of 300L)600L Diesel tanks (2 sets of 300L)All wiring redone with tin plated copper wire, silicone insulatedDeck Equipment:4 self tailing winches in cockpit and 2 on maskSpinnaker pole.Dinghy 3.2 metersOutboard motor - Parsun 3.2 HP - newDark navy blue sprayhood - needs repairsCockpit speakers (and inside)Lazybag for mainSunprodected Furling genoaExtra sailsDelta anchor with long chain and rodeLots of extra halyard and mooring ropeLofrans Electric Windlass (project 1000W) - with foot switches on deck - makes getting the anchor up a charm - Cockpit switch available but must be installedNavigation Equipment:Navigation lights. Anchor light. Tri-colour light at masthead. Steering compass.Garmin GPS720 and GMI10 on binnacle.Airmar DST800 Retractable TRIDUCER® MultisensorGarmin VHF200i RadioGarmin AIS600 TranscieverClock and barometer
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R 850,000
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Vickers 41 Sailing Cruiser - this yacht is in excellent condition - but does need a little attention on the hull as there are a few spots with osmosis that don't need attention now - the antifoul is fantastic with the expensive copper coating The 1997 Vickers 41 is a well-proven bluewater cruiser designed by Angelo Lavranos. With her solid fiberglass construction, sugar scoop stern, and swim ladder, she offers both safety and comfort for extended passages. This yacht has successfully cruised Madagascar, Mayotte, Tanzania, and Mozambique, demonstrating her seaworthiness and reliability.Meticulously maintained, with major updates including new standing rigging (2022) and Coppercoat antifoul (2024), she is equipped and ready for her next adventure.Year: 1997Length: 41ftDesigner: Angelo LavranosLocation: South AfricaWe are available seven days a week to offer our personal attention and expertise.Angela Collins +27 64 913 8516 | angela@angelacollinsyachts.comwww.angelacollinsyachts.com
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R 3,750,000
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This stunning yacht has 4 cabins and is the charter version of the Ocean 60 and has been chartering in the Madagascan area for many years by the owner. Set sail aboard Ocean Sunrise, a stunning 18.29m Ocean 60 schooner, built for unrestricted ocean cruising. Designed by Richard Roscoe and crafted by Southern Ocean Shipyard (UK), this classic yacht offers the perfect balance of comfort, performance, and adventure!Key Features:✔ Spacious & Comfortable: 4 guest cabins + crew cabin, accommodating your entire crew in style.✔ Fully Equipped for Bluewater Sailing: Strong GRP hull, modified fin keel, and a reliable Yanmar 110HP engine.✔ Modern Amenities: Equipped with refrigeration, a 220V water heater, and a recently overhauled watermaker for extended cruising.✔ Performance & Safety: Updated rigging, new sails, and state-of-the-art navigation and safety equipment make for a smooth and secure journey.✔ Relax & Enjoy: Large cockpit with a Bimini, swim platform, and a brand-new 3.6m dinghy with a 15HP engine for easy shore excursions.This is your chance to sail in style and explore the seas aboard a true ocean-going yacht.Whether you dream of island hopping, offshore expeditions, or a luxurious getaway, Ocean Sunrise is ready to take you there!We are available seven days a week to offer our personal attention and expertise.Angela Collins +27 64 913 8516 | angela@angelacollinsyachts.comwww.angelacollinsyachts.com
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R 6,000,000
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If you are looking for a new sailing yacht for cruising or family fun - but want a new factory build boat - built in south Africa cape town - then the TOSCA40 might just be the boat you are looking for - strong safe fast and built for the open ocean.New TOSCA 40 Family Cruising Yacht – $392,000 USD – R6,700,000.zar ex vat – €336,000 EuroTosca 40 – Built in cape town for the Mediterranean, Ready for the WorldIntroducing the New Tosca 40. Designed for sailors who demand speed, comfort, and innovation, the Tosca 40 blends cutting-edge technology with timeless craftsmanship. Every detail is meticulously engineered to deliver an exhilarating sailing experience, whether you’re chasing the horizon or enjoying a leisurely coastal escape.We’re excited to unveil the Tosca 40 , the latest addition to the Tosca Yachts lineup.Whether you’re island-hopping along the Dalmatian coast or crossing the Atlantic, the Tosca 40 delivers outstanding performance, safety, and liveaboard comfort in a high-quality, custom-built package.Designed for European Waters and BeyondPurpose-built for extended cruising, the Tosca 40 is ideal for the Mediterranean climate and coastline. Her solid 3/4 keel and skeg-hung rudder provide confidence in challenging conditions, while her Aft cockpit layout offers unmatched security under sail. The spacious owner’s cabin ensures privacy and comfort, perfect for longer passages or family adventures.Why Sailors Love the Tosca 40 Legacy✅ Exceptional Value for Money – A custom-built yacht offering the quality and durability of premium brands, without the inflated price tag.✅ Built to European Standards – Hand-laid solid fiberglass hull construction ensures long-lasting strength and minimal maintenance. No mass production. No shortcuts.✅ Optimized for Cruising the Med – Moderate draft (1.60m) allows access to shallow anchorages, while generous tankage (350L water, 250L fuel) supports weeks of autonomy.✅ Superior Safety and Handling – Fin keel with skeg-mounted rudder offers precise tracking.✅ Tailored for Comfort – Light-filled saloon, well-equipped galley, and two full cabins make onboard life feel like home, at sea or in port.Built by Sailors, for SailorsUnlike many mass-produced yachts, the Tosca 40 is built to order, with a 10-month handcrafted build time. Every detail is finished to the highest standards, ensuring your yacht is not only seaworthy but uniquely yours.Specifications at a GlanceLOA: 12.17 m | Beam: 3.88 m | Draft: 1.60 mDisplacement: 6,100 kg | Ballast: 2,400 kgEngine: 40HP Yanmar Diesel | Fuel: 250 L | Water: 350 LSail Plan: Masthead SloopHull Speed: 8 knotsConstruction: Solid hand-laid fiberglassfits their dreams, lifestyle and budget.We are available seven days a week to offer our personal attention and expertise.Angela Collins +27 64 913 8516 | angela@angelacollinsyachts.comwww.angelacollinsyachts.com
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One day you'll wake up and there wont't be any more time to sail, row or motor around and explore. Do it now . . .BUILD TO ORDER PRAM: SAILING OR ROWING OR OUTBOARD OR FULL HOUSE nesting or traditional hull.Ideal yacht tender. To your specs. and colour.Material specifications:Selected Marine plywood throughout meeting the British Standard, BS 1088 Aerontec Epoxy resin and 220 gsm Fibre fabric The Eastport Pram is 2.36 meter which is pretty small, but still compact enough for storing aboard the smaller classes of cruising yachts.
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R 20,000
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Prindle 18 beach catamaran. Sail no. 18018Good condition. Good strong trailer, polyurethane coated. Unlicensed.Hulls are scratch free. Please note the rigged boat is not mine. Other photos are of the boat I am selling. Active Prindle Catamaran site on FB.
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Randburg11
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One day you'll wake up and there wont't be any more time to sail, row or motor around and explore. Do it now . . .Note from the designer Sam Devlin:Sam took his inspiration for this little workboat from the pangas he admired on his frequent visits to Mexico. These remarkably seaworthy skiffs had generous freeboard to fight back the chop that came up with the afternoon winds and were narrow for greater efficiency and speed under the power of modest outboards. The Candlefish 13 is diminutive version of the panga weight of 165 lbs.The Candlefish 13 is a versatile small fishing boat. Originally designed to be a cartoppable fishing skiff, she has also proven to be an excellent yacht tender. This is a big round-bottomed 13-footer, and she’ll handle a 5-20 hp outboard.The thwarts, benches, and bulkheads reinforce the hull and leave the interior free of structural clutter. There’s no shortage of firm unobstructed footing. The cockpit sole is fairly flat, so to keep any water that gathers there from splashing underfoot it’s covered with removable honeycomb rubber mats.The bottom has a keel running aft from the stem and ending about 30 cm shy of the transom. At the aft half of the hull there are bilge keels at the sides, protected, like the keel, by brass caps. Two wedges, each about 25 cm wide, serve as fixed trim tabs and keep the boat from hobbyhorsing with a light load aboard.With a 20-hp Yamaha four-stroke outboard powering the Candlefish, she gets up and a plane with one person aboard in about 4.5 seconds and then with the throttle wide open flies along at 20½ knots. With two of us aboard, the Candlefish 13 topped out at just over 17 knots. She tracks well at all speeds and banks quickly and powerfully into turns: I quickly learned to use a soft touch on the tiller. A slight angling of the tiller sets the inside chine down, and the Candlefish carves smartly around.The Candlefish maintains a level trim and good visibility at low speeds thanks to the centrally located cargo compartment and the fixed thwart that keeps the helmsman well forward of the tiller. The bow rises only briefly as she climbs up on a plane, and the skiff levels right out again.We’ll use British Standard 1088 Marine Grade Plywood, CNCed 9mm for the hull and 18mm for the bulkheads. The exterior is sheathed with Fibre glass fabric and epoxy. The lumber that goes into the gunwales, seat edges, keels, breasthook and knees is either American prime Ash or purpleheart.
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“PocketShip” is a small cruising sailboat of refined model, meant to sail well on all points, provide dry camping accommodations for two adults, and tow behind a four-cylinder car. More than 60 are sailing or under construction on six continents.Interior arrangements are ample, we think bigger and more comfortable than anything else this size, without compromising Pocketship’s looks and performance. Two adults may sleep below or wait out a rain shower, and a portable head stows beneath the cockpit, sliding forward into the cuddy for use. The enclosed area of the cabin is identical to an average four-man tent, but drier, more private, and more secure.PocketShip is stiff and fast and tacks through 90 degrees. The helm is light and the boat will spin nearly in its own length in both light and heavy air and with a variety of sail combinations.“Go simple, and if that appeals to you then there is no more simple way to cruise than this design from John C. Harris. ...This is one dandy looking little boat. It’s shapely, with lots of sheer, a pugnacious bow profile and sweet overall hull lines.” Robert H. Perry, Sailing Magazine June 2009Read more at CLC boatsLength 4.5 mBeam 1.9 mDraught 400/914 mmWeight 360 kgLoad 715 kg (1600 lb)Sail Area 145 sq ftI have 20 years experience building Epoxy, fibre fabric and Marine ply BS1088 grade watercraft. I also make use of CNC for precision manufacture.
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One day you'll wake up and there wont't be any more time to sail, row or motor around and explore. Do it now . . .BUILD TO ORDER PRAM: SAILING OR ROWING OR OUTBOARD OR FULL HOUSE nesting or traditional hull.Ideal yacht tender. To your specs. and colour.Material specifications:Selected Marine plywood throughout meeting the British Standard, BS 1088 Aerontec Epoxy resin and 220 gsm Fibre fabric The Eastport Pram is 2.36 meter which is pretty small, but still compact enough for storing aboard the smaller classes of cruising yachts.
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Emmarentia11
R 375,000
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Powerfull work boat suitable for the transport of goods or ships crew etc.
She can be modified to suit another application.
She has a current 2025 hull certificate and registered with SAS.
The boat comes with two Catapillar 3208 diesel inboard motors with Borg Warner gearboxes.
THIS IS AN URGENT SALE.... PLEASE MAKE CONTACT FOR AN APPOINTMENT TO VIEW. ..... ALL REASONABLE OFFERS WILL BE CONSIDERED
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One day you'll wake up and there wont't be any more time to sail, row or motor around and explore. Do it now . . .Note from the designer Sam Devlin:Sam took his inspiration for this little workboat from the pangas he admired on his frequent visits to Mexico. These remarkably seaworthy skiffs had generous freeboard to fight back the chop that came up with the afternoon winds and were narrow for greater efficiency and speed under the power of modest outboards. The Candlefish 13 is diminutive version of the panga weight of 165 lbs.The Candlefish 13 is a versatile small fishing boat. Originally designed to be a cartoppable fishing skiff, she has also proven to be an excellent yacht tender. This is a big round-bottomed 13-footer, and she’ll handle a 5-20 hp outboard.The thwarts, benches, and bulkheads reinforce the hull and leave the interior free of structural clutter. There’s no shortage of firm unobstructed footing. The cockpit sole is fairly flat, so to keep any water that gathers there from splashing underfoot it’s covered with removable honeycomb rubber mats.The bottom has a keel running aft from the stem and ending about 30 cm shy of the transom. At the aft half of the hull there are bilge keels at the sides, protected, like the keel, by brass caps. Two wedges, each about 25 cm wide, serve as fixed trim tabs and keep the boat from hobbyhorsing with a light load aboard.With a 20-hp Yamaha four-stroke outboard powering the Candlefish, she gets up and a plane with one person aboard in about 4.5 seconds and then with the throttle wide open flies along at 20½ knots. With two of us aboard, the Candlefish 13 topped out at just over 17 knots. She tracks well at all speeds and banks quickly and powerfully into turns: I quickly learned to use a soft touch on the tiller. A slight angling of the tiller sets the inside chine down, and the Candlefish carves smartly around.The Candlefish maintains a level trim and good visibility at low speeds thanks to the centrally located cargo compartment and the fixed thwart that keeps the helmsman well forward of the tiller. The bow rises only briefly as she climbs up on a plane, and the skiff levels right out again.We’ll use British Standard 1088 Marine Grade Plywood, CNCed 9mm for the hull and 18mm for the bulkheads. The exterior is sheathed with Fibre glass fabric and epoxy. The lumber that goes into the gunwales, seat edges, keels, breasthook and knees is either American prime Ash or purpleheart.
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