Sailing the Salish Sea on Canada’s west coast is the dream of many a sailor. With a lifetime of sailing dinghies and messing about with family boats at various points across Canada, Scott decided to explore opportunities in the marine world upon retirement. With the intention of relocating to Sidney, British Columbia with his wife Jane, he explored the possibility of establishing a small business re-conditioning older boats to supplement their retirement income. In his search for suitable boats Scott headed to the Seattle area in 2003, where he promptly fell in love with a well-used 1970 Ericson 41. Imagine his wife’s surprise with the phone call announcing the purchase of their first cruising sailboat! Naming the newest member of the family Lady Jane smoothed the somewhat ruffled waters.
Ericson 41 Used Boat Review
The Ericson 41 is a solidly built coastal cruiser that can go offshore as well. If you're into stylish lines and warm wood interiors, this is a fiberglass-hulled option that sets you apart from the production boat pack.
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Lovely and lively boat …..!
this is a “41 foot boat” that’s only 29 feet at the waterline. imagine having a 41ft boat and still not having a decent cockpit to sit in. no thanks.