1991 Freedom 38

PATRIOT is a fine example of the 1991 Freedom 38, which is a well-regarded cruising sailboat that appeals to those seeking simplicity in sail handling without sacrificing performance or interior comfort. Its unstayed rig is a defining characteristic, offering a unique sailing experience and reduced maintenance compared to traditional rigged boats. It's often chosen by cruisers looking for a boat that can be easily managed by a couple or single-handed. 

Rig and Sailing Characteristics:

• Free-standing Fractional Sloop Rig: This is the most notable feature. Unlike traditional sailboats, the Freedom 38 has no standing rigging (shrouds or stays) supporting its carbon fiber mast. This reduces maintenance, simplifies sail handling, and offers a clear deck.
• Self-tacking Jib with CamberSpar: The jib is set on a CamberSpar, which allows it to self-tack, eliminating the need for jib sheets to be trimmed on each tack, making single-handed or short-handed sailing much easier.
• Fully Battened Mainsail: The large mainsail is fully battened, with stack pack and Battcars system, allowing it to glide smoothly up and down the mast for easy hoisting and dousing.
• Performance: Designed for comfortable cruising, the Freedom 38 is a good performer, especially off the wind. It has a reported hull speed of approximately 7.4 knots.

Hull and Construction:

• Hull Type: Wing keel with a spade rudder.
• Construction: Hand laid fiberglass with an end-grain balsa core in the hull and deck. Solid laminate is used around through-hull fittings.

Interior and Accommodations:

• Spacious Layout: The generous beam and absence of chainplates allow for a remarkably roomy interior for its size.
• Headroom: Generally good headroom, around 6.33 ft (1.93 m).
• Cabins: Configured with two cabins (V-berth forward, double berth aft to starboard).
• Berths: Can sleep up to 7, with a double V-berth, a double berth in the aft cabin, and settees in the salon that can convert to berths.
• Galley: Located to port, featuring a double stainless-steel sink, a propane stove with oven, and top-loading refrigeration.
• Salon: Features an L-shaped settee to port and a single settee to starboard, often with a fold-down bulkhead-mounted table.
• Navigation Station: A dedicated navigation station with a good-sized desk surface and electrical panel.

Deck and Exterior:

• Clear Decks: The free-standing rig contributes to uncluttered and wide side decks, making movement forward easy and safe.
• Cockpit: A large cockpit designed for comfort, with high coamings for support and a fold-down table. Lines are all led back to the cockpit for ease of use, particularly when shorthanded sailing.
• Swim Platform: Equipped with a sugar scoop swim platform for easy water access and a cockpit shower.

Equipment List

• Icom IC-M602 VHF
• Radar/Plotter Raymarine E120 both at helm and at Nav Station
• Watermaker
• Raymarine Autohelm Autopilot
• Raymarine Depth/Speed/Heading/Wind
• Refrigeration
• Stereo
• Bilge Pump
• Fans
• LPG stove with fume detection
• Generator
• Microwave
• Air Conditioning
• Water Heater
• Mastervolt Battery Charger
• Lewmar Electric Anchor Windlass

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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