Adams 44 Racing/Cruiser


SV DREAMWEAVER - JOE ADAMS 44' RACER/CRUISER
A Proven Offshore Cruiser - Ready for Her Next Adventure

Dreamweaver is a beautifully equipped, proven offshore racer/cruiser, offering an exceptional combination of sailing performance, comfortable liveaboard accommodation and extended independent cruising capability. Built to American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) standards and surveyed during hull construction, she was launched in 1993 and features a custom Australian red cedar fitout, complemented by teak in high-wear areas.

Australian Registered, Dreamweaver has had just two owners, with her current owners enjoying her for the past 30 years, including 25 years living aboard. With sailing speeds commonly reaching 10 knots on a reach and reported speeds of up to 16 knots, Dreamweaver offers impressive performance while remaining practical for extended cruising. Having travelled more than 40,000 nautical miles throughout Australia's east and north coasts, New Guinea and Southeast Asia, she is a well-proven yacht for those seeking serious offshore adventures.

As the centreboard/daggerboard version of the design with an added 3 foot closed-in sugar scoop, she makes for easy unrestricted on/off access from a marina dock, dinghy or the water.

Thoughtfully fitted out for extended periods aboard, Dreamweaver provides comfortable accommodation and excellent storage throughout and includes:
- Two double cabins.
- Single head with shower.
- Comfortable saloon and dining area.
- Traditional U-shaped galley.
- Separate eutectic refrigerator and freezer.
- Additional cockpit fridge for drinks and beverages.
- Dedicated workshop and engine/equipment access cabin.
- Extensive storage for provisions, equipment and cruising essentials.
- AIS

A 100-litre-per-hour watermaker provides a reliable supply of fresh water, supporting extended stays away from marinas and shore facilities.

Designed for life at sea or in the marina, Dreamweaver has both 12V and 240V electrical systems and an extensive power-management setup.

Dreamweaver's anchoring system has been upgraded in 2026 to provide dependable and convenient anchoring.

She also features an extensive complement of upgraded and new electronic equipment to support accurate navigation and safe offshore passage-making in a wide range of weather conditions.

Maintenance and anitfoul was done in July 2026, with a new Lasdrop shaft seal and Polyflex flexible coupling fitted.


OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Available by negotiation:

3.1m Swift custom-designed dinghy (new 2025) with cover, Truekit removable retractable wheels, Tohatsu 9.8hp two-stroke outboard and 12-litre fuel tank with hose.
15m marina berth lease at Townsville Yacht Club, currently extending to 2030, subject to subsequent reapproval.

This Adams is a delightful example of just why the Adams yachts continue to be popular. Dreamweaver represents an opportunity to acquire a capable, extensively equipped offshore yacht with a proven cruising history, excellent independence and the versatility to suit both adventurous sailors and liveaboard owners.

After 30 years together, her current owners are reluctantly offering her for sale, allowing a new custodian to experience the freedom, performance and adventure this remarkable yacht has provided them.

Whether your plans involve coastal cruising, extended offshore passages, remote anchorages or a life afloat, Dreamweaver is ready to help weave the next chapter of your sailing story.

The above information has been compiled by NQ Boat & Yacht Sales from information provided by the owner, whilst all care is taken NQ Boat &Yacht Sales accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies which may appear on this site. This information is to be used as a guide only. Purchasers need to make and rely on their own enquiries and independent expert advice.

Region
Queensland
Location
Townsville QLD
Usage
Family, Leisure, Cruising
Launch Year
1993
Hull
Fibreglass/GRP
Rego
Australian
Designer
Joe Adams
Builder
Windansea at Wingham NSW
Length
44' - 13.41m
Beam
3.8m
Draft
1.4m and 2.9m with centreboard down
Displacement
9.5m (cruising 11m)
Keel / Ballast
Encapsulated lead (50% ratio), centreboard - encapsulated lead (80kg)
Deck Material
Composite and solid fibreglass
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine
Yanmar 4JH4AE New 2009.55hp, 4 cylinder, diesel, in excellent condition. Fresh water, new heat exchanger and hoses 2023.
Power Source
Diesel
Engine Hours
2445 hrs
Fuel Consumption
2.5l per hour at average speed 7 knots
Max Speed
9 knots
Cruise Speed
7 knots
Drive Type
Inboard Sail Drive
Genset
15hp Kubota fresh water cooled 7.5kVa 240 volt power supply unit; 3,344hrs
Fuel
280 L in 3 tanks
Water
300L
Accommodation
Varnished Australian cedar, Western cedar and teak finishes complements the stylish blue fabric all in great condition.
A dedicated workshop.
Easy access to equipement and engine room.
Comfortable saloon/dining layout.
Separate eutectic fridge and freezer.
Cockpit fridge for drinks and beverages.
Cabins
3 Cabins
Berths
2 x double - 3 x singles - Sleeps up to 6
Galley
Large 'U' shaped galley finished in varnishes Australian cedar, Western cedar & Teak.
Large S/S sink with a drain board.
Plenty of storage and bench space.
Sharp R-210D Microwave
Refrigeration
240 volts Eutectic 32L fridge - able to run off shore power, genset or inverted power.
12 volt Eutectic 40L fridge in the cockpit.
Freezer
240 volt Eutectic 46L freezer - able to run off shore power, genset or inverted power.
Stove
Gimbled gas Broadwater Marine stove with stainless steel hob - 2 cast stainless steel burners - 12 volt exhaust fan above the exits - 2 x 4kg gas bott
Water Maker
100L/h watermaker with stainless steeel CAT 271 high pressure 2hp pump - new membrane vessel 2026
Hotwater System
Yes via heat exchange
Shower
Hot & Cold Fresh Water - Deck Shower
Toilet
Macerator
Entertainment
Clarion stereo/radio with CD and cockpit speakers.
Dell 24" TV and playback set top box.
Dinghy
Optional Extra - 3.1m Swift custom-designed dinghy (new 2025) with cover, Truekit removable retractable wheels, Tohatsu 9.8hp two-stroke outboard
Covers
Vinyl dodger with fixed & opening clears - Sunbrella lee sheets - Main sail cover - Mast to Targa sun/rain cover - Woven cockpit sun covers - Vinyl Targa sun cover
Ground Tackle
Galvanised Rocna 25kg with Ultra Flip Swivel, new 2026; galvanised Manson plough 50lb; S/S Mooloolaba reef anchor; galvanised 5kg grapnel anchor (2026); Several galvanised danforth anchors.

Hutton Orca VE 1200 with 2 x deck switches, new 2026 and includes a 2 hand winch handle for manual locking/unlocking gypsy to capstan.
Safety Gear
Full safety gear required by law - including a mono rode Para-Anchor & Bass Strait 18 Para-Anchor
Bilge Pumps
3 x Rule Auto Bilge Pumps - 1 x manual bilge pump
Life Raft
6 man RFD with cover
Epirb
Yes - In service date
Life Jackets
Yes - 3 x RFD Type 1 - 3 x Hutchwilco 150N inflatable life jackets
Flares
Yes
Fire Protection
Fire Extinguisher - 2 x 2.5kg & 2 x 1kg dry powder
Electrics
440Ah Fullriver deep-cycle AGM house batteries (new 2024); High-output KISS wind generator; 2 x 90W solar panels with MPPT regulator;
2,500W inverter;
55A Victron smart charger.
Electronics
Sounder: Furuno LS-6100 fish finder interfaced to GPS; GME Electrodepth model ED360A;
GPS: Raymarine E120W touchscreen plotter, new second hand unit (2024) with Raystar 150 GPS receiver, (2026); Garmin GPS128; Prolific BU-353 dongle for laptop USB connection;
Log: Raymarine i50 Speed (2026);
Autopilot: Raymarine p70s with ACU400 with EV Sensor Core. Jefa direct drive unit connected to rudder (2019); TMQ AP50 with chain driven mechanical drive;
Raymarine RD418HD digital colour with 15m cable connected to the plotter and mounted on the mast (2026);
Arco Zues 200mm diameter compass.
AIS: Raymarine AS700 Class B transponder connected to plotter using seatalkhs backbone cable, with a separate silence switch for receive only. Also connected to a chartable output for a laptop computer using NMEA0183.
Instruments: Raymarine ST60 Wind, Raymarine ST60 Closehaul Wind.
Sail Inventory
Two Profurl roller-reefing systems.
New headsail and staysail (2026).
Fully battened mainsail (2015), with Frederickson batten cars
Doyle UPS reaching spinnaker on a Profurl Nexus furler.
Hydralign feathering propeller.
Mast / Rigging
Keel-stepped 18m alloy mast by Allyacht Spars.
Strong double backstay masthead cutter rig.
Seldén boom with two single-line reefing systems.
Deck Gear
Lewmar clutches for cockpit-controlled sail handling.


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