Bayfield 36 – A Cheap Bluewater Sailboat

Name: Bayfield 36 – A Cheap Bluewater Sailboat
Uploaded: 2026-08-31T11:00:24.000Z
Duration: 12 min 8 s
Description: The Bayfield 36 features a 41-foot 3-inch overall length and a 6,500-pound encapsulated lead ballast keel.

31. august 2026 · 12 min · 11K visninger

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The Bayfield 36 is a heavy-displacement, cutter-rigged cruiser produced from 1984 to 1988, known for its traditional clipper bow, bowsprit, and extensive teak joinery.0:10 Despite its name, the boat measures 41 feet 3 inches overall with a 30-foot 6-inch waterline, a 12-foot beam, and a 5-foot draft.1:27 It displaces 18,500 pounds, including 6,500 pounds of lead ballast encapsulated within a long, full keel.1:36 The rudder attaches directly to the keel’s trailing edge, protecting the propeller in an aperture.2:58 Construction features a solid fiberglass hull and a balsa-cored deck.3:51 The interior layout includes two private cabins, a saloon, a galley, and a head with a small bathtub.7:23 Powered originally by a 44-horsepower Yanmar 4JHE diesel, the boat tracks well in heavy weather but requires planning for close-quarters maneuvering.10:02 Prospective buyers should prioritize inspecting the balsa-cored deck for moisture, the structural integrity of the bowsprit, chain plate attachments, and the condition of the engine and its cooling system.10:13