CHICO 50 BLUEWATER CRUISER

Designed and built by renowned kiwi boatbuilder and experienced offshore cruiser Keith Eade in 1992, this superb grp cutter has been in Cat 1 and cruised offshore the previous 2 winters and is a genuine 200 mile a day passage maker. The pilothouse design gives the interior a light and airey feel with handcrafted Canadian Oak and leather furnishings, with endearing features like the large galley and spacious saloon that make her a must see if you’re considering extended cruising. The well thought-out layout includes an owner’s stateroom forward with ensuite plus two double cabins aft with a second bathroom. Recent upgrades include a reco on the 80hp Perkins, new Fischer Panda 8000 generator in 2018, new rigging 2019, Leisurefurl mainsail and furling genoa and staysail, 4 electric winches, Bow thruster, 3.1m tender with 15hp Yamaha o/ board on davits, liferaft, SSB, full electronics and 50lb Rocna anchor and 100m of chain. Set up for short-handed sailing too with great safety and systems that are proven and robust. Highly recommended for serious sailors and cruisers. Retiring owner, $425,000.