Sayer 11.6 Fast Shorthanded Cruiser

SAYER 38 - PERFORMANCE RACER/CRUISER

1999 Sayer 38 | 11.65m | Composite Hull | North Sails | Dyform Rigging

The Sayer 38 combines the practical accommodation of a cruising yacht with a sailing specification that lends itself particularly well to the racer/cruiser owner. Her 11.65m length, 3.6m beam and 1.96m draft provide a purposeful sailing platform, while the relatively light 5,250kg displacement gives her the potential to make the most of lighter conditions.

Built to Sail

The sail wardrobe and deck equipment are where this Sayer really stands out.

She carries a North Sails fully battened mainsail, Furler 40 headsail, spare jib and a North Sails spinnaker, giving the next owner plenty of options depending on conditions and whether the priority is performance or easy cruising.

The rig is equipped with Alphastar spars and Dyform standing rigging renewed in 2019, while Harken furling gear and six Andersen winches provide a solid working platform for sail handling.

The combination makes her equally appealing for club racing, twilight racing, passage making or simply getting the most enjoyment possible from a day on the water.

Racer/ Cruiser Advantages
Composite hull construction
11.65m LOA with 3.6m beam
1.96m draft
Approx. 5,250kg displacement
North Sails fully battened mainsail
Furler 40 headsail
North Sails spinnaker
Spare jib
Alphastar spars
Dyform standing rigging - 2019
Harken furling systems
Six Andersen winches
Tiller steering with Jefa bearings
Walk-around deck
Maxwell Freedom windlass
Rocna bow anchor and Bruce stern anchor

The tiller and Jefa bearing steering arrangement is particularly well suited to the sailing enthusiast, providing a direct connection to the yacht and a practical cockpit layout when sailing shorthanded or with crew.

Performance When You Want It - Comfort When You Need It

Unlike a dedicated racer, the Sayer 38 hasn't sacrificed cruising practicality. She provides three sleeping cabins and six berths, a functional galley, bathroom, shower and good headroom.

That makes her an attractive proposition for an owner who wants to race on the weekend and cruise the coast the following week.

Well Equipped for Sailing

Navigation equipment includes Raymarine radar, chartplotter, autopilot and wind instruments, together with ICOM AIS/GPS and VHF. Solar panels, Victron monitoring and shore power add the necessary systems for extended cruising without compromising the yacht's sailing focus.

The Bottom Line

A genuine racer/cruiser with the sailing hardware, sail wardrobe and layout to appeal to sailors who want performance without giving up cruising capability.

With her composite construction, North Sails inventory, spinnaker, Dyform rigging, quality deck hardware and practical cruising accommodation, this Sayer 38 offers an excellent balance between performance sailing and comfortable coastal cruising.

Whether your plans involve competing around the cans, joining a passage race, enjoying fast coastal passages or simply sailing for the pleasure of it, this Sayer 38 is worth putting on your shortlist.

Specifications are based on the supplied vessel inventory and should be independently verified by the purchaser.