1989 Nonsuch Ultra

The Nonsuch Ultra is a 30-foot cruising sailboat built by Hinterhoeller Yachts to a design by Mark Ellis. The boat is defined by its freestanding mast and unstayed cat rig paired with a wishbone boom, a configuration that simplifies sailing and makes it well-suited to short-handed operation. The fiberglass hull measures 11'11" across the beam and is powered by a 30-horsepower Universal diesel engine.

The single-sail rig and absence of standing rigging reduce complexity and the physical demands of sail handling, while the design retains generous interior volume. The wishbone boom arrangement allows flexibility in sail trim and aids in managing the mainsail without conventional boom gallows or complex line work.

This 1989 model combines the established reputation of the Nonsuch line with practical cruising capability in a manageable size, suited to owners seeking straightforward sailing without extensive systems or rigging demands.