1978 Shannon 38

This 1978 Shannon 38 ketch is a blue water cruising sailboat built to exacting standards by Shannon Boat Co., known for their offshore-capable designs. The cutter-rigged ketch configuration provides versatility across wind conditions with a larger jib, staysail, and mizzen mast that enhances stability and makes the boat manageable for short-handed sailing. The hull is fiberglass, and the boat measures 38 feet with an 11.5-foot beam.

The boat carries a Yanmar 4JH45 diesel engine rated at 43 horsepower, installed in 2016 with approximately 1,300 hours of service. The rigging was renewed by Shannon in 2008. The genoa and mainsail are both from 2019, made by Sobstad. The staysail has a new clew and remains in good condition. Both the genoa and staysail feature roller furling. A storm sail, mizzen, and mizzen staysail complete the sail inventory; the mizzen requires replacement. In 2025, a dodger, bimini, and solar panels were added. Fuel tanks were replaced in 2020.

The boat has one head and has cruised extensively, including passages to Portugal, Germany, and the Mediterranean.