The Ideal 36 footer?

[BAtoo]

Sigma 362 is a logical progression from Sadler 32. Trouble is finding a good one.....

 

[oldfatgit]

Totally biased here, so if you disagree please do so gently; we bought a boat which has the handling, seakeeping and build quality characteristics of a Rusler or Vancouver but costs about half the price. It is possible to order a new one, but there are enough 2nd hand for sale and they have all been loved. Like all marques they have pros and cons and the really long keel does make close quarter handling in a marina something to do slowly after practice. Nevertheless given your requirements, Finbar, you might take a look at a Tradewind 35. Much to my surprise and with our currently very tired sails, left a beautiful Starlight 35 standing in moderate winds the other day; can't wait until the new sails are delivered.

The only drawback in my view is that they are wheel steered, I personally much prefer a tiller; but you can't have everything.

 

[Twister_Ken]

The Mystery 35 had rave reviews when it was new - is good looking, comes from a designer known for fast boats (he also designed the Starlight), and was runner-up on my shopping list.

 

[Goldie]

How about a Contest? The 35S particularly springs to mind or, for a little bit more perhaps, a 36S.