$49,900 · 30' Baba

Robert Perry, the designer of this fine yacht, is one of the best known and prolific American designers and has become one of the leaders of performance-oriented cruising yachts. Built by Ta Shing, the Baba 30 was the first boat they built, but it was previously built by Shing Sheng Ltd, both in Taiwan. The Baba 30 is a cutter rig with a canoe stern and bow sprit. Considered a great offshore boat for the solo skipper, she sleeps 4 in a lush double cabin with 6’1” headroom (double forepeak, settee & quarter berth). Built from 1977 to 1985 there were 230 hulls built. Laden with teak, the traditionalist loves this boat, and they love the increased displacement for offshore conditions. The rig is that of a cutter with 504 working sail area. The hull features a long bow overhang and gradual sloping forefoot and long keel. The rudder is protected with an aperture for the propeller. The joinery work above and below decks is superb.