1977 Swede 55

This Swede 55 is a beautiful example of the Knud Reimers designed Swede 55. Conceived as a fast ocean cruising boat, she has outstanding speed in most conditions and is particularly fast and stable on a reach or downwind regularly seeing double digit speeds. Dont be scared of the overall length, she is well behaved and loads are lighter than most big boats. She turns on a dime and is very responsive with a well balanced helm. The Swede 55 is a great cruiser, the long overhangs provide ample storage space and the below decks layout is well thought out. She is capable in all conditions and Swede 55s have sailed and raced all over the world successfully. The Swede 55 is one of the few classic fiberglass sailboats with a PHRF rating under 100. You get the elegance of a swept shear and long overhangs, but the performance of a much more modern boat. The design has stood the test of time.

She has received extensive updating throughout the years and has spent 11 years in fresh water. Her beautifully updated mast, larger sail plan, mainsail track system and sail handling controls separate her from other Swede 55s.

Sails:

Doyles Dacron, Main Sail

Doyles Mylar Kevlar, Upgraded Main Sail

Doyles Dacron, 155% Genoa Main Head Sail

Doyles Dacron, Working Jib

Ullman, LRG 3/4 oz Spinnaker

ZSails, 1/2 oz Spinnaker

North, 1.75 oz Spinnaker

Rigging:

Rod Rigged Primary shrouds and Head stay

Fore Spar ultra telescoping Spinnaker pole w/ mast storage mount

Tapered, Anodized Aluminum Mast w/ double spreader