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A Fast Small Sailboat from Saffier
November 25, 2024 · 8 min · 27K views
What this video covers
The Saffier 33 is a 33-foot vacuum-infused glass and carbon fiber day sailor designed for performance and ease of single-handed operation.1:14 The boat features a 6,614-pound displacement, a 40% ballast ratio, and three keel options ranging from 4 feet 9 inches to 6 feet 11 inches.2:11 A Jefa rudder system and twin helms provide responsive steering, while a self-tacking jib allows for upwind performance at 30 degrees.3:01 The boat reaches double-digit speeds off the wind with a gennaker or code sail.3:07 Standard equipment includes reversible electric two-speed winches and a smartphone app for remote monitoring of onboard systems.4:04 Propulsion options include a Yanmar 15-horsepower saildrive or a Torqeedo electric motor.4:50 While the interior offers minimal accommodations, the cockpit seats up to 10 people and includes a sunbathing platform.6:06 Used 10-year-old models currently list for approximately $200,000, while new 2024 models with carbon packages reach $379,000, with factory-new builds exceeding $600,000.6:31
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