2011 Bruce Roberts 50' Custom Ketch

This 2011 Bruce Roberts 50 Custom Ketch is a hand-built wooden sailing yacht constructed with modern cold-molded techniques. The hull features laminated Douglas Fir framing with 5-ply diagonal birch plywood planking, fully encapsulated in West System 105/205 epoxy and sheathed in fiberglass cloth. This construction method combines the warmth and beauty of wood with fiberglass durability and low maintenance. The rounded-bilge canoe-body design includes an attached fin keel and skeg-mounted rudder with an integrated trap guard, providing stability and protection for both coastal and offshore sailing.

Below deck, the interior offers generous headroom throughout, with a 6-foot standing clearance even in the salon, galley, and cabin spaces. The custom layout prioritizes livability with open, flowing spaces, abundant storage, and quality woodwork that feels spacious for a 50-footer. Power comes from a Yanmar 4JH4-TE diesel engine producing 88 horsepower, designed for reliable performance and efficient cruising.

The ketch was last surveyed in June 2023. The yacht represents a complete sailing platform suitable for extended cruising, whether for family adventures, liveaboard use, or bluewater passages.