Alajuela 33, 38 * USA . Some of the later boats came with diesels, either a single cylinder Bukh or a two-cylinder Volvo. First were the single cylinder Bukh diesels, followed by two cylinder Volvo Penta marine engines. The Alberg 30 is designed to sail on its ear, yet the boat feels incredibly solid in the water. Be sure to probe around on deck to see if depressions are evident around the maststep. Narrow beam, low freeboard, large overhangs, and a full keel with a cutaway on the forefoot and a rudder directly attached were the order of the day. Tag: bluewater boat for sale Alberg 30 for sale. Alberg 30 Bluewater Cruise Genoa . The boat has a draft of 4.50 ft (1.37 m) with the standard keel fitted. 38' Catalina 380 Colchester, Vermont Asking $97,000. Alberg 30 Ocean Cruise Mainsail. This was followed by the Universal Atomic 4 engine and, in the later years of production, A-30s were offered with diesel engines. Alberg 30 Ocean Cruise Jib. [3], The boat was built by Whitby Boat Works in Canada, who completed more than 700 examples, but it is now out of production. $1,194.76 - $1,340.22 Price & Order. The Alberg 30 is a proven blue water cruiser; indeed, Yves Gelinas circumnavigated in one by way of Cape Horn in his Alberg 30 Jean de Sud. The 30 is not a close-winded boat and the headsail tracks are on the rail to clear the shrouds. In fact, adding a new diesel can cost almost as much as the boat itself when you include the cost of installation. In fact, Jean de Sud lost her mast in the Pacific when a chainplate pulled out. Gelinas dispensed with his Atomic 4 engine to free up storage space, and even today only uses an outboard perched on the stern for the rare times he finds powering necessary. Ballast: 3,300 lbs. In three years and 13,000 nautical miles of bluewater cruising, I could count the number of under 30 ft sailboats I met on one hand (all of which were skippered by people in their 20s and 30s). If you are looking at a pre-1970 boat, for example, be sure to check the wooden mast support beam. The mooring hardware is more than adequate. 33 is a good design, 38 has a long bowsprit and boomkin. There is a V-berth forward with an enclosed head aft to port with a hanging locker opposite. Last. ft. General Comments: Alberg design. It has a masthead sloop rig, a keel-mounted rudder and a fixed long keel. The Alberg 30 is easy to handle, will stand up to a blow and has a nice motion. [1], Construction was changed during the production run. It is safe to say that the Alberg 30 traces its roots to the Scandinavian Folkboat, as most of Alberg's designs do, and the hull shape represents the transition that was taking place as builders switched from wood to fiberglass construction. The old line about sailing on rails is most apropos. It is interesting to note that when they first started making sailboats out of fiberglass, they tended to build up the hull and other structural areas to the same thickness that would have been found on wooden boats. Construction Most Alberg 30s have held up very well over the years, a tribute to Whitby's solid construction. A small galley is to starboard, usually with a single sink facing aft and a two-burner stove next to it. The shapely Alberg 37, the bigger sister of the popular Alberg 30 and 35, was penned in the mid-1960s by Swedish-born Carl Alberg (1900-1986) for Kurt Hansen’s Whitby Boat Works in Canada. Later models feature an aluminum mast brace inside a molded fiberglass liner, balsa-cored decks that drain through cockpit scupper drain hoses. According to some reports, Alberg specified lead ballast and a few of the earliest boats were quite tender until extra ballast was added. April 29, 2017 first time sailing my new (old) boat. The boat has a seakindly motion, although it can hobbyhorse in a seaway. Like many CCA-influenced designs, the Alberg 30 has a long boom and the mainsheet features end-boom sheeting, usually led to a traveler aft of the cockpit. Earlier versions of the ALBERG 30 have a laminated wood mast brace and no liner. Originally it may have been bolted into the rudder post. Owners also note the boats ability to be easily handled while soloing or by a couple. Most Alberg 30s, however, came standard with a 30-horsepower Universal Atomic 4 gas engine, the workhorse of the industry for many years. Most of the keel hung rudders are fiberglass composite. The boat balances well with the main and working jib, although weather helm can be an issue when flying a genoa. Built and finished by Whitby Boat Works. This extra fiberglass resulted in extremely strong and rugged boats, and this is certainly true of the Alberg 30. The beam may well be cracked after years of flexing under load, and it is not unusual to find a retrofitted aluminum plate to beef up the support. They placed more than two dozen orders before retreating back across the border. Down below The Alberg 30's interior seems incredibly small by modern standards-it isn't much of a stretch to say that there is more room in a new Hunter 260, heck maybe even the 240. Efficient motoring and engine access were not priorities in most Alberg designs, and the 30 is no exception. May 20, 2018 - 1966 30' AlbergWhitby Alberg 30 sailboat for sale in Calvert Marina Maryland When Canadian builder Kurt Hansen commissioned Carl Alberg to design a 30-foot sloop for his Whitby Boat Works back in 1962 few would have predicted that the boat would stay in production for more than 20 years. Bluewater preowned sailboats for sale by owner. $1,048.03 - $1,098.03 Price & Order. But the Alberg 30 has a truly devoted following who believe its time-honoured appearance will not go out of style, and who appreciate the boat for its bluewater cruising potential. She's a 1980 Alberg 37 Sailboat that has been our home and adventure mobile for the last year and a half. A rule of thumb is change or furl the headsail to keep the decks clear of water and then hold on for the ride. It displaces 9,000 lb (4,082 kg) and carries 4,000 lb (1,814 kg) of lead ballast. In terms of both design and construction, it is one of the more seaworthy 30 footers available on the used market in Canada. US$30,000 * 30 ft / 1965. Also in the Seventies, Yves Gelinas set off on his Alberg 30, Jean-du-Sud, from St. Malo in France with the intention of sailing non-stop around the world via the five great southern Capes. Under way Older boats that maintain loyal and active followings invariably share one key trait-they sail well. Here is the link on the Alberg 30 page for rudder varients. Jun 24, 2017 - Overview “A legend in it’s own time”, that’s the description John Vigor made about the Alberg 30 in his book Twenty Small Sailboats to Take You Anywhere. Hello and welcome to our home, Maya! There is a stout bridgedeck, typical of all Alberg designs. Uncle Al’s Alberg 30, the good ship Pickle, is for sale! The pin in the shoe was loose, and was not seated tightly but otherwise in good shape. With slack bilges and just 8 feet, 9 inches of beam, the boat is initially tender. And indeed the Albe… When word of the new Alberg 30 reached the Chesapeake Bay area sailing clubs, two different groups of sailors turned up on Hansen's doorstep. Originally designed as a racer cruiser, the Alberg 37 is better known today as a medium-heavy displacement bluewater capable cruiser. Another common problem is the attachment of the forward lower chainplates, which are not well supported belowdecks. Alberg 30. Narrow beam, low freeboard, large overhangs, and a full keel with a cutaway on the forefoot and a rudder directly attached were the order of the day. $1,272.76 - $1,322.76 Price & Order. Alberg 30,35, 37 The interior arrangement is straightforward, and nobody will ever accuse Alberg of resorting to gimmicks. What to look for Like any boat, there are a few items to watch for when inspecting used Alberg 30s. Alberg 30 Tri-Radial Performance Genoa . Originally designed as a racer cruiser, the Alberg 37 is better known today as a medium-heavy displacement bluewater capable cruiser. Alberg is a yacht builder that currently has 4 yachts for sale on YachtWorld, including 0 new vessels and 4 used yachts, listed by experienced yacht brokers mainly in the following countries: Canada and United States. While he had to make a stop to repair his mast, he finished his circumnavigation in Canada having sailed 28,000 miles alone. $1,240.50 Price & Order. It has a masthead sloop rig, a keel-mounted rudder and a fixed long keel. And indeed the Albe… Tag: bluewater sailboat for sale Alberg 30 for sale. Alberg 30 Ocean Cruise Genoa . Portland, Oregon, United States. [1], The Alberg 30 is a small recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with wood trim. The single-spreader sloop rig carries 410 square feet of sail, with more than half of that area in the mainsail. A good-sized icebox is located to port and early boats had an access hatch from the cockpit. Naturally, be sure to inspect all the components of the standing rigging, including the chainplates themselves, which can be bent and fatigued after years of hard use. although her interior volume and storage capacity are scanty for a bluewater boat the triton has successfully double circumnavigated and completed many trans-oceanic passages. $1,164.95 - $1,245.27 Price & Order. Forgiving yet capable of crossing oceans, this traditional cruiser has built an avid following. Bukh and Volvo diesels were used late in the production run. $1,456.92 - $1,506.92 Price & Order. The earliest boats were fitted with 22-horsepower Gray Marine gas engines. The pintal is worn down. 1; 2; 3 … Go to page. The short waterline increases as the boat heels and the Alberg 30 finds its stride when other boats are being overpowered. Alberg 30. Alberg 30 Tri-Radial Performance Mainsail . Conclusion With prices ranging from just over $10,000 to around $25,000, it's easy to see why the Alberg 30 is an enduring favorite. 1/16/19. It's likely the sheet winches have been upgraded, although it isn't necessary as the headsail loads are not overly heavy. The Alberg 30 is a Canadian sailboat, that was designed by Carl Alberg and first built in 1962. [4], In a review Michael McGoldrick wrote, "The design of the Alberg 30 dates back to 1961, and some of its features and appearance are reminiscent of the old wooded sailboats of the 1950s and 1940s. First impressions The Alberg 30 bears the unmistakable signature of Carl Alberg, a look evident in so many boats from this period, including the Pearson Triton, Bristol 27 and Alberg 37. Some boats built during the transitional period have mixed features. Today’s anchorages are full of 40, 50 and 60 foot plus ocean sailboats, but that’s not to say you can’t sail the world in a small sailboat. Later boats also incorporated a fiberglass pan for the cabin sole and as a base for the furniture. The type of engine may influence your buying decision since the need to repower the boat will certainly skew your budget. Chuck Paine designs. $1,433.10 Price & Order. The Alberg 30 may not be the quickest boat afloat, especially in light air, but don't be misled by the specs. The interior may be small, but the workmanship is good, and it has a snug feeling to it. 1 of 6 Go to page. There are a few boats on your list that are well proven offshore cruisers but almost all will need some improvement to be considered "bluewater" I picked Alberg 30, Mainly because it is the boat I have chosen as well. Passion Yachts. Early on, however, the standard engine became the Universal Atomic 4, which can still be found in many boats. Alberg. The boat can be wet when sailing upwind and a spray dodger is a useful addition. After working on the boat for over 2 years I finally got to sail it. They approached Hansen to build a suitable boat for one-design racing but also capable of extended cruising. The Alberg 30 is classic design from the 1960s period when many boats were transitioning from wood to fiberglass construction. The stuffing box, on the other hand, takes a contortionist and a special set of wrenches to change the packing, making the 30 a prime candidate for a dripless stuffing box. The nonskid may be worn, and if the decks have been painted they may be slick when wet. $921.26 - $1,025.69 Price & Order. Newer boats have an aluminum mast brace enclosed inside a … It has a hull speed of 6.23 kn (11.54 km/h). however, in general the hardware is good. The Alberg 30 was inspired by a handful of Folkboat sailors from Toronto. Alberg 30 Tri-Radial Performance Laminate Mainsail . The charm and sturdiness of this little cruiser have to be her strong points. The Alberg 30 is a small recreational keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with wood trim. Unlike other boats, however, the Alberg 30's flaws have not only been well documented by respective class associations over the years, but solutions to the problems are just as well documented. But then of course, the comparison is absurd, since the Alberg 30 is a completely different animal. The fuel tank holds 15 U.S. gallons (57 L; 12 imp gal) and the fresh water tank has a capacity of 30 U.S. gallons (110 L; 25 imp gal). Deck delamination is another problem to watch for, so carefully sound the decks, listening for the telltale creaking sounds that reveal rot in the core. (encapsulated cast iron) Sail area: 410 sq. 34' Catalina 34 MKII North Kingstown, Rhode Island Asking $87,500. Alberg 30 owners use the boat for both racing and for cruising. Alberg 30 Votes: 9 13.6% Albin Vega 27 Votes: 7 10.6% Bristol 27 Votes: 4 6.1% Bristol Channel Cutter 28 Votes: 14 21.2% Cal 20 Votes: 3 4.5% Cape Dory 25D Votes: 0 0.0% Catalina 27 Votes: 3 4.5% Contessa 26 Votes: 5 7.6% Pearson Triton 28 Votes: 2 3.0% Other Votes: 19 28.8% Total voters 66; 1 - 20 of 111 Posts. By the time Whitby finally closed its doors in 1988, more than 700 Alberg 30s had been built. Go. Originally, the Alberg 30 was powered by the 22 horsepower Gray Marine gasoline engine. The short waterline increases as the boat heels and the Alberg 30 finds its stride when other boats are being overpowered. Nevertheless, the age of the Alberg 30 design translates into a boat with a narrow beam and limited interior room, and its full keel means it will not have the same pointing ability as a fin keel boat. The boat has a draft of 4.29 ft (1.31 m) with the standard keel. He’s not really my uncle, but that could really be your ship . It's an ideal boat for families wanting to test the waters of sailing, or for singlehanders and couples looking for an inexpensive but capable boat for cruising. The Alberg 30 is a proven blue water cruiser; indeed, Yves Gelinas circumnavigated in one by way of Cape Horn in his Alberg 30 Jean de Sud. Early models have a laminated wood mast brace and no liner, with a masonite-cored deck that drains overboard via the toe rail. Engine As mentioned earlier, the first boats were equipped with a 22-horsepower Gray Marine gas engines (the infamous Sea Scout). Again, this seems more common in older boats, and don't overreact to a bit of deck delamination as almost every old boat has it to some degree. Early boats used a laminated wood beam to support the mast, while later boats were fitted with an aluminum beam encased in a fiberglass liner. Many Albergs have proven offshore capable, with … There is good leg support on either tack, but the mahogany coaming board does get you in the small of the back after a while. There is a lot of storage, with drawers and lockers throughout. These boats have an upright icebox accessible from both the cabin and the cockpit. Aug 22, 2016 - Find Alberg 30 boats for sale in your area & across the world on YachtWorld. Uncle Al’s Alberg 30, the good ship Pickle, is for sale! 36' Beneteau 36.7 Detroit, Michigan Asking $85,000. Tiller steering was standard, and while there must be some wheel-steered 30s, I haven't seen one. $977.22 - $1,090.06 Price & Order. I would push a boat with a newer, refit diesel to the top of my list when searching for a used Alberg 30. Some 750 built by Whitby Boat Works in Ontario from 1962-84. The hull is hand-laid, solid fiberglass bonded with polyester resin. Thus the Alberg 30 sprang to life in a flourish. [1], The boat has a draft of 4.29 ft (1.31 m) with the standard keel. Alberg 30 Tri-Radial Performance Jib . Early decks and cabintrunks were partially cored with Masonite, while those built after 1970 used more common balsa coring. It displaces 9,000 lb (4,082 kg) and carries 3,300 lb (1,497 kg) of iron ballast. Currently located on the hard on Shelter Island, NY and just a splash away from some of the best cruising grounds in the Northeast! LOA: 30’3” LOD: 30’3” LWL: Beam: 8’9” Draft: 4’3” Displacement: 9,000 lbs. The boat has a seakindly motion, although it can hobbyhorse in a seaway. Circumnavigator Gelinas notes that he can fit two folding bikes in the cockpit lockers. The look, which was modern in its day, is now considered traditional, at least when defined in terms of fiberglass boats. There is also a lazarette astern. The boat is fitted with a … I had it replaced about 10 + years ago, and they used a bolt cut down to size and I am guessing “floating”. Currently located on the hard on Shelter Island, NY and just a splash away from some of the best cruising grounds in the Northeast! the upgrades include a ... club of america cca racing rule boats of the time. Classic plastic alert! The lifelines and low stanchions are not designed to keep an adult from going overboard, but there are teak handrails on the raised portion of the cabintrunk. Top 10 Places to get back into the charter groove, Selecting the right propeller for your boat, Plotting a course to Caribbean sabbatical cruise, The Great Circle Route: Connecting the dots of a sailing life. 6; Next. Jul 5, 2015 - Overview “A legend in it’s own time”, that’s the description John Vigor made about the Alberg 30 in his book Twenty Small Sailboats to Take You Anywhere. The sailboat is not fast compared to modern sailboat designs but its owners enjoy racing against other classic designs. By the end of the first year, a completed boat was rolling off the production line every three days. 1 1 1 1 * This price is based on today's currency conversion rate. There was nothing fancy about the building process, but like other early fiberglass boats, there was no shortage of material used in the 30's hull and deck. He notes that the boat's hull shape has a great motion at sea, although he too suggests that you reef the main early. 36' Ericson 36C Milwaukee, Wisconsin Asking $25,500. The engine is accessible from behind the companionway, although not particularly friendly to work on. It displaces 9,000 lb (4,082 kg) and carries 3,300 lb (1,497 kg) of iron ballast. [1], The boat has a PHRF racing average handicap of 228 with a high of 240 and low of 219. The Alberg 30 is classic design from the 1960s period when many boats were transitioning from wood to fiberglass construction. On deck The Alberg 30's cockpit is fairly large and the seats are long enough to stretch out on. Bluewater used sailboats for sale by owner. "[5], Media related to Category:Alberg 30 at Wikimedia Commons, "Alberg 30 sailboat specifications and details", "Odyssey 30 (Alberg) sailboat specifications and details", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Alberg_30&oldid=1014710681, Wikipedia pending changes protected pages, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 28 March 2021, at 17:48. Antarctica is a fine example of the Alberg 30, a Carl Alberg design, which enjoyed a production run of a quarter-century. Offering the best selection of Alberg boats to choose from. Gelinas, who by the way is the manufacturer of the well-respected Cape Horn self-steering vane, has owned Jean du Sud for 27 years and has logged some 50,000 miles. She grants more space down below than most 30 foot small bluewater sailboats offer. The saloon has settees port and starboard and a clever portable dining table mounted on an aluminum Z-shaped leg. Alberg 30 Bluewater Cruise Jib. [1][2], The Alberg 30 incorporates design elements from the similar Alberg Odyssey 30 of two years earlier. USA . Copyright © 2021 Sailing Magazine, All rights reserved. In essence they wanted a larger Folkboat. Go. Photo: Instagram/YunaSailing. If you’re planning on cruising in high latitudes, you may want to consider a steel boat. These included a Gray Marine gasoline engine of 22 hp (16 kW), a Universal Atomic 4 gasoline engine of 30 hp (22 kW) a Bukh single cylinder diesel engine of 12 hp (9 kW), a Volvo Penta MD7A diesel engine and a Volvo 2002 diesel engine. Whitby made similar changes in its other successful Alberg design, the 37. The ballast is iron, encapsulated in the keel cavity. Alberg 30 Bluewater Cruise Mainsail. Many owners appreciate the beauty of the boat which is attributed to the sailboat’s long overhangs. 32' William Tripp Design American Boatbuilding Corp Galaxy Sloop 32' Sleeps 5 Harpswell, Maine Asking $8,500. Decks are masonite cored and drain directly overboard under the toe rail. The long overhangs, springy sheer, low freeboard, cutaway full keel with an attached rudder, narrow beam, stair-stepped cabintrunk and moderate sailplan are trademark Alberg. Han Christian 33 Traditional: This is the way a boat should look; like it's ready to take on the world … Just look at Alessandro di Benedetto who in 2010 broke t The large saloon ports keep it well lit although the ventilation usually consists of only the forward-opening deck hatch, which of course is usually secured when under way. "To me the Alberg 30 is very close to the ideal boat: solid enough to sail around Cape Horn but small enough to carried on the road to the cruising ground of my choice," Gelinas said. www.sailfarlivefree.com/2012/06/blue-water-on-budget-5-budget-cruisers.html All owners agree that the 30 sails best when the main is reefed early because of the initial tenderness. Classic plastic alert! Another alluring feature of the Alberg 30 is that with the right trailer and SUV it can be hauled by road to out-of-the-way cruising grounds. 30' Alberg 30 Rio Dulce Guatemala Asking $19,600. Van De Stadt Legend 34. van de stadt 36 seal. He’s not really my uncle, but that could really be your ship . Subscribe to our free newsletter to get the latest from SAILING Magazine delivered via email. The shapely Alberg 37, the bigger sister of the popular Alberg 30 and 35, was penned in the mid-1960s by Swedish-born Carl Alberg (1900-1986) for Kurt Hansen's Whitby Boat Works in Canada. alberg 30 i bought this boat in 2002 and spent two years getting it in shape. Superb quality, expensive. When not in use, the table stows over the V-berth. [1], The boat was factory fitted with a range of inboard engines. 1973 Alberg 37 MKII, Hull # 113.