Racer Cruiser

Racer Cruisers are rigged sailboats designed by William Shaw. The racer cruiser style boats combine the comforts of a cruising boat with a modified full keel with spade rudder that provides stability that allows for racing the boat. The deep balance of the rudder gives the racer cruiser an increased ability to maneuver the ocean and a tight turning radius. The racer cruiser is highly desirable due to their stout construction and sailing ability. The earlier models of the racer cruiser had two settee salons but this has changed over the years to feature more modern and updated lifestyles. The racer cruiser has a v-berth over 6 feet long with a cockpit that will typically accommodate around 4 to 6 people. Racer cruisers are growing in popularity again as water sports also increase with the general public. Racer cruisers can be purchased used starting around $43,000 for a 1980 37 Sloop made by Endeavour or $299,000 for a 2002 54 foot 504 built by Catalina. New racer cruiser pricing varies so widely accurate pricing can only be obtained by the individual dealer. The pricing will be based on the manufacturer, style, size and features. Popular manufacturers for racer cruisers are Catalina, Endeavour and Pearson Yachts.