What is a Cruiser/Racer Boat?

Essentially, cruiser/racer boats are hybrids of the two different styles. They offer the speedy nature of the fast racing sailboats popularized in the early 20th century, but also have well-appointed accommodations that make it a remarkable family or leisure boat as well. Cruiser/Racer boats come in sizes ranging from 35’ to 50’. They can be crewed by either a professional team or enjoyed by the average sailing family. Due to the size, they are generally not considered a single person vessel.

Cruising Features

Those wishing to enjoy the leisure side of this boat can choose from several amenities to add to the oceanic experience. Interiors include the choice of up to three staterooms and two head compartments along with a galley/dining space. On deck, amenities can include updated lounge spaces, bimini tops (a removable canvas top), dodgers, and table inserts. Most features can easily be removed, folded, or lowered, and stored throughout the deck to allow for racing purposes.

Racing Features

Sharp hulls common on cruiser/racing boats allow the vessel to maintain ample space above and below deck, but also maximize maneuverability while traveling at high speeds. The main specialized racing features of the vessels are found in the sails. Cruising sails tend to be comprised of nylon that is durable, but not as durable for high speed activities. On cruiser/racing vessels, sails are made from high strength mylar with Kevlar reinforcement. Where you may think that the Kevlar would add more weight to the sail, modern engineering and technology have optimized sail fabrication of light, thin, but durable options.

Common Cruiser/Racer Brands

Growing interest in the cruiser/racer sector of sailing has led to many boat brands marketing their vessels toward this boat style. Therefore, the manufacturers are incorporating more luxurious and comfortable features into their sailboats. Here are a few of the brands currently on the market.

• Alerion Yachts
• Bord-a-Bord
• Dale
• Dehler
• Dufour Yachts
• Elan
• Italia Yachts
• Jeanneau
• Latitude
• N Fun Yachting
• Sailart
• Seascape
• Shipyard
• Solaris
• X-Yachts
• Yachts

Cruiser/Racer boats for sale range greatly in price depending on LOA and the features added. Prices start at around $100,000 for a perfectly equipped sailboat, but the best options for this style of vessel can be found on the pre-owned boat market. Vessel Vendor gives you the chance to gain access to your perfect boat without some of the markups of other purchasing sites. Buyers should keep in mind that the main difference in the brands will be in the hull construction materials and fabrication. Some models utilize the fiberglass hull where others prefer a more traditional wooden hull. Additionally, the height of the mast as well as the brand of the sails will cause price fluctuations.

Looking for Cruiser/Racer Boats for Sale?

If you are a lister and looking to maximize your ROI and enjoy the experience of listing your boat for sale, Vessel Vendor is for you. We not only offer sellers an easy to use posting platform, we maintain the cheapest seller fees of comparable sites.

Have questions about available boats, that is not a problem with us. Vessel Vendor is not simply focused on buying and selling boats, but rather educating new and experienced boaters on all aspects of the industry. At Vessel Vendor we keep an inventory of educational articles including boat maintenance tips, manufacturer summaries, comparison articles, and so much more. We can help you make an educated decision on your next vessel.

Options for boats to purchase on some sites may be very limited, but with Vessel Vendor, our sellers are encouraged to list boats from all genres. You will find many Cruiser/Racer boats for sale as well as high end yachts, and any other boat type you could want.

If you have any questions or comments that are not addressed in the above-mentioned articles, please contact us via the contact form. Vessel Vendor has not become the top online boat resource site in Florida by chance. We are always looking for ways to improve on our services, so contact us today and enjoy browsing our endless stream of available vessels. Welcome to the Vessel Vendor family and enjoy your boating experience.

If you are interested in buying a cruiser/racer sailboat for sale, or you are in need to sell your cruiser/racer, Vessel Vendor can help! Vessel Vendor helps make boat sales easy by connect boat sellers with qualified boat buyers. Complete a listing to sell your sailboat online or shop sailboats for sale here.

List Your Sailboat for Sale   Shop Sailboats for Sale