1986
Year
SEA SPRITE BOATS
Builder
33' 11" (10.34m)
Length
1
Cabins
Description
Yacht for sale is a 1986 SEA SPRITE BOATS 33' 11" "Sharona" 34 Cruising Sailboat in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, USA.
“Sharona” presents an immense opportunity to own a recently restored 1986 C.E. Ryder Sea Sprite 34′, a classic mid-sized cruiser renowned for its timeless design, exceptional sailing performance, and quality construction. Designed by Bill Luders and constructed by the C.E. Ryder Corporation in Bristol, Rhode Island, this vessel embodies elegance, functionality, and enduring appeal.
“Sharona” presents an immense opportunity to own a recently restored 1986 C.E. Ryder Sea Sprite 34′, a classic mid-sized cruiser renowned for its timeless design, exceptional sailing performance, and quality construction. Designed by Bill Luders and constructed by the C.E. Ryder Corporation in Bristol, Rhode Island, this vessel embodies elegance, functionality, and enduring appeal.
This vessel has recently spent time on the hard and requires some maintenance. Despite this, her recent refit showcases a rare blend of classic design with modern features and equipment that should not be overlooked.
Specification
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Length 33' 11"
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Builder SEA SPRITE BOATS
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Asking Price $34,000 USD
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Built 1986
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Beam 10' 3"
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Draft N/A
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Max Speed N/A
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Cruising Speed N/A
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Cabins 1
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Gross Tonnage 0.00
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Displacement 12800 Lbs
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Location Portsmouth, Rhode Island, USA
FULL SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Key Features:
- Numerous recent additions following stem-to-stern refit in 2017
- Accommodations sleep 5
- New main and 130% genoa sails by Precision Sails, CA, (2021)
- Modern Raymarine electronics suite installed in 2021
- Low-hour Volvo Penta 27HP diesel engine with only 32 original engine hours
- Vetus bow thruster for enhanced maneuverability in tight quarters and when docking
- Spacious and tastefully appointed interior with new upholstery, soft goods, and heat/AC
- Classic design with traditional layout and comfortable amenities
Construction, Hull, and Deck:
- Hand-laminated fiberglass hull with Airex core for stiffness and performance
- Deck flange thru-bolted to the hull ensures structural integrity
- Full-length keel-mounted rudder with bronze rudder post and shoe
- Stable, straight-tracking full keel with solid cast lead ballast bonded inside the hull
- Molded cove stripe and balsa-cored deck with painted non-skid surfaces (Smoke grey, 2021)
- Elegant colors: Ivory White Gelcoat Hull, Royal Blue Bootstripe, and Red Bottom
Exterior Highlights:
- Two Bomar deck hatches and Beckson opening ports for ventilation and natural light
- “California Style” Dodger in royal blue Sunbrella fabric (2021) for added comfort
- Stainless steel Perko hawse pipe leads to the anchor locker
- Trident 10lb propane bottle in dedicated locker
- Aluminum Lewmar fluke anchor with stainless steel chain and rope rode
- White powder-coated Edson steering pedestal and Edson destroyer wheel
- Large teak cockpit table with four cup holders for entertaining
Electronics and Navigation:
- Raymarine 9 Axiom MFD integrated into Navpod (2021)
- Raymarine i50 Depth, Speed & Wind instruments (2021)
- Standard Horizon Matrix AIS/GPS VHF radio ensures safety and communication at sea
- Ritchie Powerdamp Compass for reliable navigation assistanc
- Vetus joystick bow thruster control on Navpod arm for precise maneuvering
Sails and Rigging:
- Precision Sails provided a Full Battened Mainsail and 130% Genoa (2021)
- Lewmar winches, Schaffer mainsail track, and Harken element cars
- CDI FF77 Furler
- Tapered aluminum keel stepped mast
Interior:
- U-shaped galley,
- Forward facing nave station nav station
- Straight settees, quarter berth, and v-berth
- Well-equipped galley featuring Eno 2-burner stove with oven, dual stainless steel sink, and Frigidaire
- microwave
- “Herreshoff style” interior with varnished teak & holly sole exudes timeless elegance
- Luxurious upholstery in royal blue Sunbrella fabric (2021)
- Mermaid Marine Air AC/Heat, 10,000 BTU, for onboard comfort
- Jabsco manual head
Mechanical Systems:
- Low-hour Volvo Penta 27HP Diesel Engine (2003) with only 32 original hours (Clocked, 11/22)
- Vetus 7512 6HP bow thruster enhances maneuverability in tight spaces
- Marine Pro battery charger
- Marine-grade electrical and plumbing systems ensure reliability and safety at sea
