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Specializing in restorations of Sunfish Sailboats

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Taking it down to the finish...., my shop mission, keep it original.

The Sunfish sailboats I restore are not  painted. I hand wet sand the original gelcoat to bring back the gloss finish through a multi step process. The hulls are weighed and force dried with hot air if needed. Upgrades include access ports added for inspection to vital areas of the hull. All hulls are stripped  of all hardware and refitte

The Sunfish sailboats I restore are not  painted. I hand wet sand the original gelcoat to bring back the gloss finish through a multi step process. The hulls are weighed and force dried with hot air if needed. Upgrades include access ports added for inspection to vital areas of the hull. All hulls are stripped  of all hardware and refitted with new or refinished parts as needed. All boats are re-rigged with new lines , sail rings, sails( if wanted). Other upgrades and custom features can be added to make your sailing experience even better. 

Keep It Green

In Vermont clean water is a  paramount  issue as with other states. Conservation and reclamation  of resources keeps toxic materials from entering the environment. My Water reclaiming system reuses the water I use for wet sanding while the by-product is captured through a multi  filter medium . This ensures nothing will be going down the 

In Vermont clean water is a  paramount  issue as with other states. Conservation and reclamation  of resources keeps toxic materials from entering the environment. My Water reclaiming system reuses the water I use for wet sanding while the by-product is captured through a multi  filter medium . This ensures nothing will be going down the drain and into the ground or sewer systems. While I still enjoy being outside during the warmer months to do my initial washing and prep work, I still keep the heavy sanding  work inside in my containment wash booth. Also recycling these sailboats in many cases keeps them out of the landfills and on the water for many more years to come. 

Keep em' Sailing

These Iconic and colorful sailboats have been around for over 60 years putting wet smiles on both young and old alike.  Every Sunfish has a story and my restorations rekindle many lost memories of sailing adventures in just about every body of water world wide. As a kid I was fortunate to have learned how to sail a sunfish in Montego Bay,

These Iconic and colorful sailboats have been around for over 60 years putting wet smiles on both young and old alike.  Every Sunfish has a story and my restorations rekindle many lost memories of sailing adventures in just about every body of water world wide. As a kid I was fortunate to have learned how to sail a sunfish in Montego Bay, Jamaica and I have been "hooked" ever since.  I travel all over  New England hand picking the best hulls for restorations to ensure I turn out the best possible restored turnkey Sunfish Sailboats available so all you have to do is sail away!  

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The Sunfish combines easy rigging and manageability for a comfortable and hassle-free sailing experience. This is the sailboat loved by all. Designed in 1952 as the ultimate beach craft, the Sunfish sailboat is still a favourite with all ages. This maintenance free boat holds its resale value thanks to its robust construction, highlighted by hard chines and a flat underbody. The Sunfish can be stored almost anywhere and is a snap to car-top, making it a popular international class and easy to transport to your favourite beach for family fun.

The Sunfish has its roots planted firmly in 1947 in Waterbury, Connecticut. Friends Alexander “Al” Bryan and Cortlandt “Cort” Heyniger (the Al and Cort in Alcort) pondered, “How to put a sail on a surfboard?” The answer involved a rejected design for American Red Cross waterfront rescue surfboards, leading to the Sailfish – a lateen rigged, flat-decked, plywood marvel. In 1951, Bryan’s pregnant wife found its flat deck somewhat uncomfortable. The addition of a cockpit and widening of the hull created the Sunfish. The logo was created by Heyniger, who traced a nickel and added fins, the tail and an eye. Early wood Sailfish and Sunfish were available assembled or as kits. In 1959 the introduction of fiberglass and the low cost and ease of production led to the proliferation of Sunfish everywhere. Other improvements included aluminium spars replacing spruce, Dacron sails replacing cotton, ash replacing mahogany for tillers, resulting in increased speed, performance and reliability. Sunfish racing started almost as quickly as two or three boats came together – the first North American Championship was 1963, the first Midwinters was 1965.

1 Hull – 2 Versions

Race – A strict one design international sail class

• Adjustable downhaul
• Adjustable outhaul
• Performance ratchet block
• Performance sailcloth

Recreational – For the ones exclusively looking for the pleasure of sailing a extremely simple and fun dinghy

• Colourful sails
• Even more simple to rig
• Reduced time to water
• Sailing made simple

The Sunfish is a sailing icon

One of sailing’s best-known brands, it is unmatched in simplicity and performance making it popular for all ages and abilities. With more than 60 years in production and sailed by celebrities such as the Kennedy and Paul McCartney, the Sunfish is the most popular sailboat in history.

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1975 Bristol 32 Sloop, Keel/CB by Ted Hood (Am’s Cup)

• Massachusetts

Used Yamaha 200 HP 4-Stroke Outboard Motor Engine

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Used Yamaha 115 HP 4-Stroke Outboard Motor Engine

33ft Blue Water Sailboat

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470 sailboat and trailer

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1978 Hunter 30 Cheurbini

Sold – Shallow Draft Cat Ketch 24 Cruiser

1981 Pearson Flyer

Catalina 27 for sale

Hunter 44 DS perfect to live aboard!

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Sunfish Sailboats Boats for sale

1970 Sunfish Alcort

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Make Sunfish

Model Alcort

Category Daysailer Sailboats

Posted Over 1 Month

Vintage Alcort sunfish complete with excellent sail, ropes, centerboard, rudder and gear. Ready for the water. Stored in protected dry area. Wood is in excellent condition. Family doesn't use it anymore. This has been in the family for years and was shipped from the east coast so there is no title. You will provide transport. Please ask questions. No trailer available.

2 Sunfish Sailboats & Double Deck Trailer fully equipped ready to be sailed.

Lititz, Pennsylvania

Make Alcort X 2

Model Sunfish

Length 14.0

2 Sunfish Sailboats + Double Deck Trailer that are fully equipped to be sailed. Boat Descriptions – Boat 1 is a 1972 Sunfish with a blue deck & blue white stripped sail with metal halyard pulley & metal bailer. Boat 2 is a 1982 Sunfish with a white deck with orange trim and markings. It has a red/white and yellow/orange sail. See pictures. Both have all wooden mahogany daggerboards and rudder/ tiller assemblies and as you can see in photos. The rudder blades are reinforced and have metal cheek plates.Each boat has had a swivel jam cleat added to control the mainsheet. The boats have been stored under a roof since 1984 when we purchased them. They were sailed on freshwater lake only. The trailer has new tires with a spare and has been rigged to haul 2 boats with a tube for sail and mast storage. Also included is a lightweight dolly to transport the boats short distances to the water. This allows for easy launching without having to back the trailer down a boat ramp into the water. Price $2,795 by Paypal only. LOCAL PICKUP ONLY about 35 miles south of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Buyer pays all transfer fees. Buyer must be pre-approved. Just send questions and/or request through ebay's message system and I will pre-approve you to buy.

2015 Laser Performance Sunfish

Oriental, North Carolina

Make Laser Performance

Category Sailboats

2015 Laser Performance Sunfish Only 72 of these very special Sunfish World Championship boats will ever be made! These boats were sailed by the best of the best in the 2014 Sunfish World Championship Regatta  held at Camp Sea Gull in Arapahoe,North Carolina in October.  The boats feature a custom racing sail, race rigging, FRP daggerboard and rudder, and are provided with free Seitech Dolly. Call today to purchase your boat.  Boat available for pick up in Oriental, NC. Shipping quotes available. ONLY 1 BOAT  LEFT FOR PURCHASE....CALL TODAY!

2006 Vanguard Sunfish

Southold, New York

Make Vanguard

2006 Vanguard Sunfish Designed in 1952, the Sunfish is a miracle of simplicity and function. The sail plan requires just two lines and the boat can be set up and sailing in less than five minutes.  Beach Dolly, cover, and blade bag included.  Hull is white with two navy stripes.  The sail is 'Mist'.

1981 A M F Sunfish

Bordentown, New Jersey

1981 A M F Sunfish,Great Sunfish with hand trailer, new rudder and dagger board, fun fun fun, easy low maintance $800, 9106911516

Alcort Mini Fish Sunfish Sailboat

Annandale, New Jersey

Make Alcort

Length 12.0

This is one fast boat. The sail is that of a Sun Fish, yet this boat is two feet smaller and has a sealed cockpit. It's all there and and ready for fun. Has some usual wear and tear but it does not affect the performance of the boat. This is a wonderful learning boat for kids and it can fit two teenagers.

2012 Sunfish

2012 Sunfish This gorgeous sunfish is in pristine condition as only sailed once! She has a light grey deck, navy stripes, spars, Mackinaw sail, fiberglass blades, tiller with extension, and a forest green deck cover. She is a complete boat and ready to go! Call today as she won't last long!

2017 Laser Performance Sunfish

2017 Laser Performance Sunfish The Sunfish is the most popular sailboat ever built due to its classic design, unmatched stability and sailing ease. The Sunfish hull is light enough for two people to load on top of a car and its construction ensures that your Sunfish wil provide years of maintenance free enjoyment. A Sunfish will allow you to explore quiet coves, plane across lakes and sail in large ocean swells. For over 40 years there has been no better way to play on the water. Pricing includes boat, sail, mast, rigging, tiller, dagger board and rudder, etc (new boat package).

2016 Laser Performance Sunfish

2016 Laser Performance Sunfish The Sunfish is the most popular sailboat ever built due to its classic design, unmatched stability and sailing ease. The Sunfish hull is light enough for two people to load on top of a car and its construction ensures that your Sunfish wil provide years of maintenance free enjoyment. A Sunfish will allow you to explore quiet coves, plane across lakes and sail in large ocean swells. For over 40 years there has been no better way to play on the water. Pricing includes boat, sail, mast, rigging, tiller, dagger board and rudder (mahogany), etc (new boat package).

1970s Alcort Sunfish Fiberglass Sailboat - Day Sailer - Novice to Expert Sailor

Warrensburg, Missouri

Midwest Sunfish Sailboat, 1970s! This boat is in overall good shape and has always been kept indoors. The boat has not been cleaned and mild dirt on the sail was not washed prior to pictures. The boat has been in storage for several years and therefore the decision is to let her go to someone who will sail her again. She has been a good, reliable boat and never let us down. The boat has all its parts and accessories except for the centerboard, tiller and rudder... which have somehow been misplaced. The boat has had a mild fiberglass repair on the hull (see pictures) but it does not leak. The sail is in strong condition and also has a few repairs (see pictures). As you can see, rudder/tiller assemblies can be purchased online (new and used) as well as centerboards (new and used). The sail comes with its original bag. Available for local pickup. Shipping might be possible for a fee. Call Jason with any questions 6608646900 Features: The distinctive lateen sail gives the Sunfish an anachronistic appearance. Using a lateen rig for this style boat shifts the advantage toward better performance in lighter air and contributes to it having good down-wind characteristics. The hull’s very mild "V" bottom and hard chine make Sunfish a most stable boat for its size, along with enabling it to sail on a plane. Planing allows the boat to achieve a speed greater than theoretical hull speed based on length at waterline. Having a down-wind performance advantage helps the Sunfish to achieve a planing attitude at lower wind speeds. Designed as a water-tight, hollow-body pontoon, a hull like the Sunfish has is sometimes referred to as "self-rescuing" because the boat can be capsized and its cockpit swamped without threat of the boat sinking. Sunfish Boat Specifications LOA: 13\'9" Beam: 4\'1" Draft: 2\'11" Sail Area: 75 Square Feet Hull Weight: 120 Pounds Capacity: 1-2 people Skill Level: Beginner-Expert Race Level: Club International Optimal Weight: upto 190 pounds Transport: Car top carrier, hand dolly, over-the-road trailer The sailplan requires just 2 lines to control and the boat can be set up in less than 5 minutes. The patented kick-up rudder system allows full beach landings with no problems. The hard-chined hull and low sail plan provide unmatched stability and a forgiving feel. The Sunfish hull is light enough to throw on top of your car with ease. The Sunfish combines performance, stability and durability in a package that appeals to beginners and experts alike. If it's racing you crave, the International Sunfish Class has a full time staff that sanctions more than 1000 events each year. Add the hundreds of local and regional events to that list and you can stay pretty busy racing your Sunfish. The class will keep you posted with its quarterly magazine "Windward Leg" and provide valuable performance tips. The elegant simplicity, performance, and intelligent economy of the Sunfish is unmatched. The Sunfish enjoys fantastic resale value. Highlights: Convenient storage in the back of cockpit which is perfect for extra gear or a cooler Patented kick-up rudder makes beach launches, landings, and shallow-water sailing effortless. Self-bailing cockpit Hydrodynamic daggerboard maximizes upwind performance. Lateen rigged sail: 1.) automatically depowers when hit by a gust of wind 2.) two sides of the sail are supported which ensures durability 3.) easy to rig and derig Mainsheet is the only control line that you need to use to enjoy the simple pleasures of sailing a Sunfish. Simple main halyard is one of the two lines on the Sunfish, it hoists and lowers the sail in a matter of seconds, enabling spontaneous enjoyment of the water Stainless steel bow handle: facilitates carrying, docking, and holding the boat into the wind while launching or loading

Alcort Sunfish Sailboat Boat, Mast, Sail, ropes, Rudder, and 2 Centerboard s

Mashpee, Massachusetts

Make Alcort Sunfish

Model Alcort Sunfish

I paid $1,575 for this boat 7 years ago. It had sat in someones garage for 30 years. It was in fantastic shape when I bought it. It was used 2 times the first year I got it. I had grown up sailing a sunfish and bought it hoping I would use it a lot at the lake in Mashpee Massachusetts summer cottage where it has been stored. It has been stored year round underneath tarps completely covered year round. This sale includes the boat, the sail, the ropes, the mast, 2 centerboards, and the rudder. The rudder was missing the last segment when I bought it-the part you hold on to, so I invented a last segment which worked fine for me. One centerboard is in great shape, the other in ok shape. The one piece of damage is seen clearly in the photos- one piece of metal strapping has peeled away from the edge. I am sure someone who knows what they are doing can bend it back. I would rather not attempt it myself. It was watertight when I sailed it. It is sold as is.It is a great deal.Cape Cod Mashpee on the shore of a lake.

1974 Sunfish sailboat 14'

Knoxville, Tennessee

Model Sailfish

Great little day sailer. It has a standard dagger board but is missing the brass wedge bracket. Easy to replace. It also has a white racing dagger board. Please see pictures. The sail is more of a racing style than most. This boat really moves. There are a few minor dings here and there. Nothing major. It is ready to sail. Trailer has lights and has good bearings. Will trailer just fine. Please feel free to call with questions. Ray 865.456.6456

1993 Sunfish / Laser / Daysailor DaySailor

Charlestown, Rhode Island

Make Sunfish / Laser / Daysailor

Model DaySailor

1993 Sunfish / Laser / Daysailor DaySailor Up for sale is a 16' Daysailer produced by Sunfish/Laser.  This one owner boat is in excellent condition and comes complete as a package.  It's been service here at Ocean House Marina since it was new each year with service records on file and available upon request in PDF format.   Included with the sale of this boat is a Johnson 3 HP two stroke motor in excellent condition and very few hours.  This is a very desirable and hard to find two stroke portable motor.  This motor has a self contained fuel tank and runs well with ethanol fuel.  The motor has been serviced here at Ocean House Marina as well.  Also included with this package is a galvanized trailer.  All sails and rigging are in good working order.  The sail was always stored indoors and in excellent shape with it's own custom sail bag.  The boat was also shrink wrapped and put away dry each year here at Ocean House Marina, all service recorded in detail.   The boat is here on display at Ocean House Marina. Price recently lowered, this is a steel at 3k!  Please call Jon here at Ocean House Marina in sales for more info or to schedule an appointment.

AMF Alcort Sunfish (complete boat & trailer)

Mesa, Arizona

Length 13.8

AMF Alcort Sunfish (complete boat & trailer)Ready to sail on Tempe Town Lake!There is not another Sunfish available within 500 miles of Phoenix! Grab this one while it is still available. This is a vintage water craft with collector value. You will not lose money on your investment. Sunfish complete with sail & mast, centreboard, tiller. Purchase date unknown, estimated late 1980s. Everything is in very good condition. The sail is new. The trailer tires are new! The trailer tail lights are new!Come check it out before you buy. You will not be disappointed.Please see my EBay rating and buy with confidence. Thanks!

AMF Alcort Sunfish,sailboat,daysailor,ready to sail,14ft,cart not included

Riverhead, New York

Length 13.9

sunfish complete with excellent sail, boat, rudder, tiller, vintage hardware.beach dolly in pics not included, ready to sail. I broke off front handle today but broke in middle not were screws are, just replace handle if you want really doesn't need it.has a few blemishes as to be expected, payment within 2 days. will hold up to 2 weeks if paid in full within 2 days.when you hit the buy it now its to buy not to come and look at do that before buying or ask questions or send someone to check it out.

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SUNFISH Sailboat with Trailer located in central Vermont. Boat, wood daggerboard, wood rigged rudder and tiller, sails, rigging and trailer all in very good condition. Ready to sail. Lovingly maintained and sailed on fresh water. Asking $1695.

Equipment: Red-White-Blue Sail, Nice Trailer for towing, fitted blue Deck Cover, rigged wood Rudder and wood Daggerboard included.

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

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This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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This is the model 14F800W Load Rite as an excellent  Sunfish  trailer and similar length boats. This is the trailer that we use exclusively at Shoreline to transport all our rental and new Sunfish sailboats.

The manufacturer’s retail price may be subject to change when purchasing this product along with a sailboat or other products available from Shoreline. Contact us to find out more about this and other fantastic Load Rite trailers made in Pennsylvania, USA.

How to read Load Rite Model numbers: – 14F is for optimal boat lengths to 14 feet. – 800  for boats up to 800 lbs. – W stands for welded frame

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Here is our simple setup of the 14f1000wt (14f800w shown) as a sunfish trailer – do it once and it’s ready every time..

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Load Rite’s galvanized V-bunk models are based on a tried and true design that has provided years of worry-free service to many Load Rite owners.  The galvanized steel frame design is sturdy and long lasting, with stylish fenders and graphics accents.  The tubular shape shrouds wiring and brake lines from damage during use.  The bunks are a simple “set and forget” design. Available with a wide array of options based on trailer size.  Add aluminum wheels and you’ve just specified a fully functional and great looking trailer that’s easy to use.

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