1984 Contest Blue Water Cruising Ketch

A 1984 Contest Blue Water Cruising Ketch measuring 48 feet, built from fiberglass with a beam of 14 feet. This yacht was purpose-built for offshore passage making and carries a circumnavigation record, having logged more than 49,000 nautical miles and visited 39 countries since 2009. The ketch rig delivers balanced performance across all points of sail, with a cruising speed of 6 knots and a maximum speed of 8 knots. A Beta Marine engine provides auxiliary power.

The layout includes three cabins arranged for extended cruising comfort. The hull and rigging reflect a design philosophy centered on durability and reliability for extended time at sea, with systems engineered for demanding offshore conditions.

Since beginning her circumnavigation, the yacht's systems have been continuously maintained and upgraded to modern cruising standards. Her sailing characteristics are noted for stability and composure across varied sea states, reducing the physical demands of long-passage sailing.