The 1995 Pelin Crusader represents one of New Zealand's most respected bluewater cruising designs, drawn by the late Frank Pelin — a name synonymous with tough, seaworthy passage-makers built for the realities of South Pacific sailing. At 13.48 metres on the waterline with a 4.19-metre beam and a shoal-friendly 1.0-metre draft, this hull strikes the right balance between interior volume and the ability to explore anchorages that deeper-keeled yachts simply cannot reach. Two well-separated cabins provide genuine privacy for couples or small crews on extended passages, while the generous beam translates into a saloon that doesn't ask occupants to squeeze past one another.
Picton is arguably the finest base in New Zealand for a cruising yacht — gateway to the Marlborough Sounds and a natural jumping-off point for both the Cook Strait crossing and the wider Pacific. With a price reduction already applied, this Pelin Crusader represents compelling value for buyers serious about bluewater sailing without the cost and complication of a newer, factory-built alternative. Survey and sea trial invited.
Inspect by appointment in Picton.
