Scanmar 35

[willtaylor]

We're looking for a boat up to 35ft. I've been looking at a Scanmar 35. Liked her. She seems well made and has clever accommodation. I haven't been able to track down any review or test report. I would welcome opinions and experiences from anyone who has knowledge and time to tell me.

Will Taylor

 

[zefender]

have a look here:
http://www.sulmar.com/htmlpages/the boat.htm

...it's the log of a scanmar35 transat.

 

[gus]

Oh! A double posting?

 

[zefender]

Re: Such promiscuity! (NM)

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[gunnarsilins]

Keel problems and a link...

I know there have been problems with the hull flexing around the keel. Additional floors and reinforcements should be added. A rather complicated business due to the innerliner.

Here´s a link to the forum of the Swedish Scanmar Owners Ass.
I think it must be the best source for additional information, and most Swedes can manage decent english!

http://pub40.bravenet.com/forum/show.asp?usernum=3429963187

Good Luck!

 

[jamesjermain]

Re: Keel problems and some thoughts...

The Scanmar 35 is essentially a stretched, centre cockpit version of my Scanmar 33, Sweet Lucy - even has the same beam, but longer on the waterline and some 500 lb heavier.

There has been a minute amount of flexing in her hull/keel joint throughout the five years we have owned her. We have been concerned about this but two surveys and two professional inspections have all come up with the same answer - 'there is nothing to worry about.' - glug... glug... glug... She has weathered gales in Biscay etc without the situation getting any worth.

Some of the details of the boat on the Sulmar site are not quite right. The draught is actually 5ft 10in, not 4ft 11in and I am not sure the tank capacities are right either.

The Scanmars are excellent boats in all sorts of ways. Some of the inerior joinery is a bit light and basic, and the companionway is awkward when she is well heeled on starboard tack. There are few saloons in this size range which are larger, the galley is excellent and the heads very practical. The 33 sails beautifully and I suspect the 35 will be similar.

JJ

 

[gunnarsilins]

Regarding keels....

Maybe it is so, that a problem with a flexing keel might be more evident in Swedish waters!
In Sweden, were a lot of sailing is done in the skerries, with thousands of island and rocks and no tide, running aground on hard rock is something you do - quite often!
I´m quite sure most Swedish sailors, if you ask them nicely, would admit, slightly embarrased, they run aground now and then.
And running on a rock, to dead halt, in maybe 5 knots puts LOTS of strain on the keel joint!

 

[Danny]

Hi Will
Had a Scanmar 35 "Sulmar" which now has its own web site. I had her for 2 years and due to changes in personal circumstances had to sell her. I doubt I will ever be lucky enough to get another like her. She was built 1984 she was a very comforable fast cruiser. I do not agree with James's remark about the interior. Mine was certainly robust and lovely mahogany. We sailed her 2 handed. All lines etc were led back. She was very fast. In fact I once got caught up with Scottish Series races and wanted to cross the race so felt the only way would be to go in with the pack (all 33 to36 footers with spinakers) then as they passed go round the sterns. Not the case to the surprise of the racers I was passing them and I was trailing a dingy had a drink in hand and the dog hanging over the rail. All I could do was spill the wind to let them pass. The rig is large and early reefing left you with a fast comfortable sail. The previous owner had her for 10 years and we had no problem will the keel. The only inherant problem I know about is the chain plates which were weak on the early models Sulmar's had been strengthened and modified. If you want more info contact me by email.
Danny

 

[Bartvh]

Hi Danny, found your post on the Scanmar 35 and I am considering buying one myself. 1985, Scanmar 35. My main questions would be:
1- Is this more a coastal cruiser or a blue water capable yacht? And yes, I know, it depends on the crew... But still
2- What issues would you recommend me to inspect carefully before buying?

Thanks so much!
Bart

 

[stevie69p]

wow. The thread's only 15 years old!

 

[Fr J Hackett]

I looked at one about 15 years ago perhaps a little more. It had crossed the Atlantic both ways but it had several leaks, was heavily ballasted on the port side with lead ingots to float level at the dockside, rather dark wood with a few exposed edges which made the accommodation gloomy, unwetted glass in a couple of lockers, a lot of gelcoat cracks around virtually every deck fitting. At that point I walked away. She may not have been typical but it had every indication of lack of attention at and poor build.

 

[horatio_nelson]

I looked at one about 15 years ago perhaps a little more. It had crossed the Atlantic both ways but it had several leaks, was heavily ballasted on the port side with lead ingots to float level at the dockside, rather dark wood with a few exposed edges which made the accommodation gloomy, unwetted glass in a couple of lockers, a lot of gelcoat cracks around virtually every deck fitting. At that point I walked away. She may not have been typical but it had every indication of lack of attention at and poor build.

Bloody hell, sounds like the opposite of my 33! Scanmars are generally considered very well built.

 

[Slowtack]

I have owned my 1984 built 33 since 2005 and never regretted the purchase. Currently re-engining for another 33years! Great cockpit layout for singe/shorthanded sailing, responsive to helm. Good engine access, aft cabin and roomy below for an early 1980s 33 footer. Happy to respond to any questions.

 

[oldsalt]

I have owned my 1984 built 33 since 2005 and never regretted the purchase. Currently re-engining for another 33years! Great cockpit layout for singe/shorthanded sailing, responsive to helm. Good engine access, aft cabin and roomy below for an early 1980s 33 footer. Happy to respond to any questions.

I have sailed one, good responsive boat. Bit cramped compared with modern boats, but suitable for blue water and high quality.

 

[horatio_nelson]

I have owned my 1984 built 33 since 2005 and never regretted the purchase. Currently re-engining for another 33years! Great cockpit layout for singe/shorthanded sailing, responsive to helm. Good engine access, aft cabin and roomy below for an early 1980s 33 footer. Happy to respond to any questions.

Fantastic aren't they

Where's yours, Slowtack? Interested to see any pics too

 

[Slowtack]

Ahem Horatio...........see my emails in response to your previous posts!...............Ireland, west coast

 

[horatio_nelson]

Ahem Horatio...........see my emails in response to your previous posts!...............Ireland, west coast

Must be some great cruising grounds there

 

[Slowtack]

Yep, come on over, the water is fine!

 

[horatio_nelson]

After lift out for some work Ellida is back in the water - antifouled (in the traditional white), new folding prop, new 120% vectran jib from Kemp (to match last year's new main), B&G Vulcan plotter, various rigging bits. Definitely feels faster, sharper and stiffer!

 

[Slowtack]

Don't understand these stories about build quality as I never had a problem with my 1984 built Sc33 in 12 years ownership. New engine and saildrive just installed and boat back in the water last two weeks, new three blade folding prop also. My Hydranet headsail in 4th season but good as new, mainsail next! Have you made any progress with the owners website Horatio?