Last updated: May 2, 2012 SORRY - ELIZABETH HAS SOLD! Elizabeth, Lyle Hess BCC, Bristol Channel Cutter 28 |
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“Elizabeth” is one of those very special vessels.The BCC is an iconic vessel. She always attracts a compliment in every harbor and people know the design, and describe it as "stout", " the prettiest boat in the harbor" and "the perfect small voyager". SHES GOT EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GO NOW! The hull was laid in 1989, and the boat finished in 1990. She is hull #91 built under the guidance of Sam L Morse himself, and is factory finished. Her original owner was a doctor from Texas who didn't sail her very much. The second owner spent many years getting her ready for a grand world cruise, but sadly didn't live to fulfill his dream. During the period from 1998 to 2007 the boat was stored on the hard in TX where after 3 years of drying, the bottom was stripped and an epoxy barrier coat applied. Her electrical system was completely rewired and expanded to include an inverter and battery monitor. During that time she also received a new mast, new bowsprit, new max-prop, and new holding tank. In 2008 I bought her, brought her to the east coast and finished off the refit with plans to sail far. Upgrades included: new standing rigging, six new chainplates, new Awl Grip, or new Bristol Finish everywhere. I added solar panels, a wind generator, tiller pilot, second anchor, new radar, and many other nice touches that make this truly a perfect boat for hardcore offshore sailing AND living aboard on the hook. Most recent additions are a new dodger, new interior cushions, new fresh water pump on engine, new mixing elbow at exhaust, new head hoses and new porthole gaskets! Elizabeth has been on the go for most of the past 3 years, and has cruised the entire east coast, the Bahamas, and in the summer of 2011 she circumnavigated Newfoundland while filming a documentary about the voyage called One Simple Question, which is planned for release in June 2012. Check out that project here. I am selling her only because my partner and I are consolidating to one boat, and we'd like that boat to be "new" for both of us. So we are looking for a boat that the two of us can call "ours". This is a hard thing to do, because the BCC has always been my dream boat.
Things I love about the BCC that make her easy and safe to sail in ALL conditions:• Tons of sail area + long waterline = FAST Things I love about Elizabeth in particular that make her a great buy for you:• Solar and wind power to provide all the power you will need, I never run the engine just to charge
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When something stands in the way of your dreams, you remove the obstacle or find a way around it. In 2008 the obstacle was lack of a boat and a land-locked job. So, I left the job and purchased Daphne, whom I’m now convinced is by far the best liveaboard and coastal or offshore voyaging boat I could have chosen. I could prattle on and on and never find an end to the reasons why the Nor’Sea was a perfect choice for me. However, plans change and I cannot look back. Instead I must look forward and make headway toward the next horizon in my evolving dream. And so, I return to teaching as I prepare for my next voyage in life. At this point, Daphne will better fulfill someone else’s dreams than she will mine. Therefore, my Nor’Sea Daphne is for sale. Yes I am, without question, sad to be selling Daphne. I’ve had many great adventures aboard her, and wonder if my future plans will eventuate in something greater than another year sailing solo aboard Daphne. No doubt, if I continue to live restlessly in search of unusual and exciting experiences, then selling Daphne will not prevent me from accomplishing a life full of imagination that I desire. When I purchased Daphne, although used, she was in mint condition. Not even a scratch, and I made sure to keep her that way. I made many upgrades to her including a new sail, a full winter cover, a monitor wind vane, and solar power. Now, fully ready to liveaboard or cross oceans, Daphne is awaiting her new owner. If you are interested, please email me directly teresa@sailingsimplicity.com. Following is a brief listing. Current location: Long Island, NY DimensionsLOA: 27′ EngineEngine Brand: Yanmar, approx. 850 hrs TanksFresh Water Tank: 40 gals in (2) 20 gal poly tanks Steering2009 Monitor Windvane Power110 volt shore power with ground fault outlets Lights and ElectronicsAll LED bulbs in cabin and tricolor/anchor Galley and CabinForce 10 Two burner propane stove and broiler On DeckC-Cushions (waterproof) for cockpit Ground TackleBow pulpit and bowsprit with manual windlass SailsAll in good condition: ExtrasLife jackets
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Sorry Everybody, Chamois is Sold ! I bought a Bristol Channel Cutter, check out my new boat and blog |
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Chamois, A Nor'sea 27 For Sale |
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Built in 1988, Nor'sea Hull #294 and factory finished. Her original name is Chamois. Her first owners sailed her along the West Coast south to Galapagos, then through Pacific Islands and finally to New Zealand, where I believe they had her shipped back home. I live on Chamois, and have done so for a year and a half. I love her to death. She sails great & she is comfortable to live on – Even In The Winter! She is in excellent shape all around, AND EXTREMELY WELL OUTFITTED. You won't find a more complete Nor'sea anywhere. You can sail her away tomorrow... I was planning to. In a nutshell... She has a trailer, a full winter cover, 8 sails, a life-raft, dinghy, solar panels, rebuilt engine, full electronics, perfect galley, many, many, many custom features and she is built like a tank... Useful Chamois Links:How To Reach Me:Sorry the boat has sold Nor'sea Chamois Specs:
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