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History of Sparkman & Stephens Yachts

Founded in 1929 in New York City by Olin and Roderick Stephens, Sparkman & Stephens has become one of the most recognisable names in the yachting industry. Over the past 90 years, they have gained a reputation for creating some of the finest sailboats, motor yachts, luxury yachts and commercial vessels. Spanning the globe from the Mediterranean to the Pacific, Sparkman & Stephens have represented innovation, quality and craftsmanship, all while ensuring the utmost respect for the marine environment.

The renowned Sparkman & Stephens Design Studio now offers a full range of services from brief-based contract yacht design and engineering consultancy, to completely bespoke custom design projects. Regardless of the type of boat you are looking for – whether it be a classic sailboat, a modern motor yacht, or something entirely different – the team at Sparkman & Stephens have the expertise to develop and deliver the perfect solution.

Today, Sparkman & Stephens is still actively designing and producing some of the world’s best boats, combining superb craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology and the highest safety standards. They supply boat owners with a truly unique experience, all while committing to the highest standards of customer service and satisfaction.

Which models do Sparkman & Stephens produce?

Sparkman & Stephens produce a range of boats including the Sparkman & Stephens 38 , Sparkman & Stephens 6M and Sparkman & Stephens 79 Maxi . For the full list of Sparkman & Stephens models currently listed on TheYachtMarket.com, see the model list in the search options on this page.

What types of boats do Sparkman & Stephens build?

Sparkman & Stephens manufactures a range of different types of boats. The ones listed on TheYachtMarket include Racing boat , Antique/classic , Sloop , Cruiser and Wooden boat .

How much does a boat from Sparkman & Stephens cost?

Used boats from Sparkman & Stephens on TheYachtMarket.com range in price from £12,000 GBP to £546,000 GBP with an average price of £114,000 GBP . A wide range of factors can affect the price of used boats from Sparkman & Stephens, for example the model, age and condition.

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While they may be far outnumbered by their motor yacht peers, sailing yachts are unique in terms of regatta capabilities and eco-friendly performance. Most buyers of a sailing yacht for sale wouldn’t swap their bluewater cruisers or regatta winners for anything. After all, there's nothing quite like sipping ice-cold mojitos to the soundtrack of a sail flapping gently overhead.

That's why we have invited a mix of some of the most elegant, traditional, modern and enjoyable sailing yachts for sale to be showcased on BOAT – to help those aspiring owners to find their perfect match. Owning a sailing yacht comes with numerous benefits, freedom and flexibility to set sail whenever and wherever. Plus, the eco-friendly credentials never go out-of-date.

Here, we take a look at some of the standout sailing yachts for sale with BOAT International, including sailing yachts from legendary names such as Royal Huisman , Perini Navi , Nautor's Swan and Jongert .

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World’s coolest yachts: S&S 34

• August 5, 2021

We ask top sailors and marine industry gurus to choose the coolest and most innovative yachts of our times. This month Don McIntyre nominates S&S 34

The most innovative all-time classic is the S&S 34. As a class they appeared in 1967, a year before the first Golden Globe Race, and Ted Heath [then leader of the opposition and later UK Prime minister], won the 1969 Sydney Hobart in his Morning Cloud .

About 200 have been built since, including 130 in Australia where they are loved to this day. Only one has ever been lost at sea and they are renowned for their heavy weather performance.

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In 2008, when deciding on a boat to support 15-year-old Jessica Watson’s dream to become the youngest ever, solo non-stop unassisted sailor, the choice was easy.

Jon Saunders in Perie Banou twice circumnavigated solo breaking 12 world records. David Dicks as a 17-year-old took the family S&S 34 Seaflight around solo nonstop, followed shortly after by Jesse Martin, also 17, solo and unassisted on Lionheart . Jessica on Pink Lady [then unofficially took] the record from him, and it still stands today!

S&S 34 stats rating:

Top speed: 7 knots LOA: 10.23m Launched: 1967 Berths: 6 Price: £22,000 Adrenalin factor: 20%

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Australian explorer Don McIntyre finished 2nd in class in the 1990/91 BOC Challenge solo around the world race, recreated the Mutiny on the Bounty, and resurrected the Golden Globe Race in 2018.

He is currently organising the 2023 Ocean Globe Race, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the original Whitbread, amongst other events.

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S&S 34 Association

Welcome to the sparkman and stephens 34 site.

  Around 200 boats have been built, about 130 in Australia and the remainder in the UK.  New boats are still available, please click on the “The New S&S 34”  button above for full details and photos.

This website was originally established by member Steve Laws and was refurbished in 2013.  There is a link to our Discussion Forum on the right side of the page.

We hope you like our new site and please email the webmaster via the “contact” button with any comments or queries, or post direct on the website – unfortunately due to spamming issues you will have to fill in the Captcha anti-spam filter but only for your first comment. Your comments will be posted once reviewed by the webmaster. More comprehensive discussions can be had on the Discussion Forum.

A Few S&S34 Achievements

We believe that the S&S 34 has completed more circumnavigations and set more world sailing records than any other production yacht. Just some of the achievements:

• Member Jon Sanders AO, OBE, honoured in 1983 by the United States Institute of Navigation with their Superior Achievement Award. Sailed his S&S 34 Perie Banou around the world twice via Cape Horn, non stop and alone, to set 12 world records.
• Member David Dicks when only 17 years old set the record for the youngest to sail alone and non stop around the world via Cape Horn. He sailed his mothers S&S34 Seaflight, starting from Fremantle, Western Australia.
• Jesse Martin when 17 years old, also in an S&S 34, Lionheart, successfully followed David Dicks example, setting a new record for the youngest to sail non stop, alone and unassisted around the world via Cape Horn starting from Port Melbourne.
• Jessica Watson when only 16 years old set a further record (unofficial as the category of “youngest” had been abolished as an official record), sailing non stop, alone and unassisted around the world via Cape Horn starting from Sydney, arriving back 3 days before her 17th birthday.
• Jamie Dunross, quadriplegic, sailed solo around Australia in 2010, starting from Fremantle, Western Australia, being the first disabled sailor to do so and setting the record for the longest distance sailed solo by a quadriplegic.
• Seven West Australian members have sailed their S&S 34 yachts around the world starting from Port Fremantle, more are on their way.

NEW AND DEMO BOATS AVAILABLE! The S&S 34 is still available brand new, and also currently there are almost new “demo” boats available at substantially reduced cost, all featuring the new foam sandwich, vaccum infused construction. Email Jamie  the webmaster or Mike Finn of Cottesloe Yachts or ring Mike on 0419 845336

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35 thoughts on “ Welcome to the S&S34 Association ”

Unfortunately, not all the boats launched are still sailing. Morning Tide has been lost at sea, possibly the first S&S34 anywhere to be lost at sea. The original S&S34 Morning Cloud, owned by Edward Heath, was lost from a mooring according to his book.

I believe that I own the sisters ip to Morning Cloud! Certainly built in same yard at same time and launched ’69 /70. She is named Morning Glory and has been badly neglected but is slowly coming back to decent shape. We use her every summer and hopefully only have 2 more serious winters work ahead.

Thanks Richard, If you want, you can send me the details of Morning Glory (just look up the other boats to see the sort of info we post) and I can make you a new page. I have only just upgraded the web site to Word Press software and am still learning, so need some practice! Regards, Simon

Hi, Just read your message, is the Morning Glory you own sail no K2819, used to belong to a Pembrokeshire Farmer called John Davies, Herbrandston Hall, if so I sailed and raced that yacht from the late 70’s until 1987, been all over in her, and yes she was neglected and battered but what a sea boat, I used to do my best to try and keep her sort of seaworthy(my own funds), she’ll be wanting new keel bolts by now, please take care of her, she’s special(took her crew safely through 79 Fastnet), really love to hear from you about her upkeep oh and when she’s properly trimmed her boom whistles.Kind Regards Bill James.

Hi Great site, just wondering have just purchased a 36 S&S do I qualify ??

Dear Stephen, Thanks for your comment, strictly speaking our website is specifically for S&S design no 1959, commonly known as the S&S 34. However, Association membership is open to those who do not own S&S 34s, although we won’t put anything other than an S&S 34 on our Yacht Directory. We have over the years had some members who own S&S 30s, and we have also assisted these and some owners of S&S 36s with various issues. Kind regards, Simon Torvaldsen, Webmaster

HI Simon Thanks for your reply, I understand, again thanks Stephen

Hi Stephen, I owned an S&S 36 for a couple of years. They are a great boat but different to the 34’s and 39’s as they were almost a hybrid Bruce Farr/S&S design with flatter bottom and less tumblehome. In my opinion they were better layout below but lacked the punchy drive to windward of the 34 & 9’s. I currently singlehand a 39 out of Fremantle and cannot find a boat that I would rather have for local conditions. The 36 was built by Prestige in ’88 and is at FSC . I believe there are more at SoPYC. Enjoy!

I am currently looking into a ’79 S&S 39 that is for sale online. Apparently it started its life as a racing boat, but has spent more recent years cruising. Does anyone have thoughts on problems and/or the ability of a ’39 as a cruising yacht, both for coastal but potentially in the longer run as a blue water passage making boat. Obviously the results of a marine survey telling of its hull condition will be important before I am prepared to make an offer. I can be contacted at [email protected] . Thanks Dave

Hello there. I am looking to purchase and join the S&S 34 family here in WA, and wondering if anyone has any historical or otherwise, info on Morning Swan which is currently for sale. I am considering a flight across Australia to take a look.

Best regards

Dear Jacqui, We have limited info on Morning Swan, which is hull no 43, built in 1977 for a RS Ryding of Nedlands, later noted to be sold to John Heydon in late 1980. I think it likely that the 2 boats listed on the Yacht Directory are the same one with different owners at different times. All the boats were well built and accident/unusual damage excepted, the main issues are those of age, ie wear and tear. Osmosis can be a potential problem with any boat 30+ years old, although issues with 34s have been relatively minor to date. However, even minor osmosis can be expensive to fix so worth checking. Bear in mind the interiors were often owner fitted and quality varies, in most cases expect a fair bit of work or a major refit. The price is good, so you have some room to manoeuvre. A total refit is possible, and the boats can be brought up to looking “as new” although there comes a point where you have done so much work you could have bought and fitted out a brand new one for not much more (they are available from new). Unless you plan to race, a “mk2 ” with the taller rig and spade rudder offers minimal advantage over the original design. you are welcome to email me direct if you get serious about it and have any further questions. They are fantastic boats to sail and there is a very active Association to support owners. Regards, Simon, webmaster

Hi,were they build new S&S34 old style?Iam in Perth WA thanks and regards

Any info on the S& S 34 ” Hell Fire”. I was a crewman aboard when Keith Turner was the SKIPPER..

Update on Meltemi. She has had a repaint, maintaining the original colours. The non-skid has yet to be done and I’ll post some photos when same plus some minor detailing is completed. I would very much appreciate any thoughts on a serious osmosis investigation on her hull.

Thanks Vaughan, The original colours were great so I am glad she is being brought back to “as new”. I think any good shipwright/marine fibreglass specialist could check the hull and give some ideas. The first thing is to get off the old antifouling and have a really good look at the bare hull. You can then decide if you just need limited treatment (ie tackling blisters individually) or whether you need to strip and replace the gelcoat (a lot more work). Either way you then finish off with a good layer of epoxy and put the antifouling back on. It’s all fixable, it just depends up how much work and therefore money is required. I have never heard of an S&S 34 with serious (ie extending into the fibreglass layup) osmosis, but I have heard of some boats having gelcoat replaced. I guess that’s not too bad after 40+ years afloat though. Regards, Simon

got a lovely ss 34 [western morning] bout a year ago,pleasure to sail.

Dear Alex, Congrats on your purchase of Western Morning, she is a very famous S&S 34, being the forerunner of all the rest (Cicely June was an English import). If you would like to give me your details, when you bought her, where she is berthed now etc and anything else you want published, I will update her web page for you. Kind regards, Simon

I note Western Morning is moored in Sydney and currently for sale at $20K. Hull and standing rigging look okay but interior in need of some serious work. I recall Jim Taylor skippering her on the west coast many decades ago. I owned Grey Goose II (formerly Kydalu) until 2003 when I relocated to Sydney and regret selling her to this day.

which shipyard build the S & S 34

can new S & S 34 be fitted with a Carbon composite Mast

with 2 spreaders.

can Goiot Portholes and hatches be to a new S & S 34

Goiot French portholes + Hatches makers

octo [email protected]

The S&S 34 is built by Swarbrick yachts in Western Australia. All the information is on the website. Any make or type of hatch and porthole can be fitted. A carbon mast can also be fitted. You can either copy the current mast in carbon and probably also lighten the top of the keel 100kg or so, or a whole new rig can be designed along with a modified keel. But I have to warn you that with the quality of construction it will be more expensive than a standard production boat like Beneteau or Jeanneau etc.

Regards, Simon

Does anybody know if a 1983 hull was hand laid glass

All the old boats were hand laid glass, only the new generation ones built after 2000 are vacuum infused. Simon

Hi – I have just purchased a S&S 34 called Reveillier. She is currently in Liverpool but I will be basing her in Cowes and doing quite a bit of restoration / refit work to her. How do I go about registering on this site and being able to use the forums for some advice?

Hi – I’m just about to paint the topsides and wondered if anyone had any measurements for where the waterline should sit? Very difficult to tell on the one I’ve just bought and I’m mid way through a major re-fit on her.

Hi Nicola, I know others on the website have responded to your queries. We would love to have an update from you on where you are with your refit. Hope all is going well. Kind regards, Vera & Andrew Waldby

Helllo, I was wondering if you can tell me what the difference is between and S&S 34 and a Prestige 34? Is the Prestige 34 an S&S design built by Prestige Yachts in Fremantle WA ? or are they different boats all together.

I am selling a Prestige 34 yacht for a client and not familiar with the build / design.

Hi James, The Prestige 34 was “inspired” by the Sparkman and Stephens style designs. It is not an official S&S design to my knowledge. They were designed by Swarbricks in Western Australia and have a winged keel in homage to Australia II. A different boat than an S&S34. Cheers, Ron

Can some one explain the difference between the late 1960’s &1970’s Tartan 34 & a S & S 34 of the same era? I am new the the world of S & S boats and there is a large difference in $$ but Tartans were designed by S & S and so are boats labeled S & S 34. Thank you, Morgan

Hi Morgan, A late response, but the Tartan 34 was designed with a centerboard and not a fin keel. It was mainly built in the US. The SS34 was designed by Sparkman and Stephens but firstly built in the UK and then in Australia. It was designed to optimise the old IOR rules. The Tartan was designed for CCA rules at the time. There are many articles on the internet if you have time to search. Cheers, Ron

Has anyone any information on blue morning s&s. 34

Hi Pat, Sorry we don’t seem to have a record of her. Good luck in finding out more. Cheers, Ron

I am looking to purchase a 34 in perth. Previously have owned a spacie 27. Any advice would be welcomed.

Hi Ryk, A late reply, the SS34 is a step up from the space sailor 27. More room inside, better performance if you are racing (if the boat is set up for it). It is an old design also, and on the heavy side, so good performance in winds 15 knots or more. Better to windward than downwind. Most on the market need some work before they are at their best again. They are solidly buiIt and most things can be fixed with time money and elbow grease in whatever combination you have. It is a Sparkman and Stephens design built mostly by Swarbricks not a Swarbricks design built by them. SS34’s still perform well on handicap in racing and can surprise in the right conditions. Good Luck in the hunt! Cheers, Ron

Hello Is the S and S 34 association and this site still active? regards Tony Hughes

Yes Tony we are. We just had our AGM

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Iconic 'little blue boat' that calls Montrose Bay home up for sale after family makes tough decision

For almost 50 years a little blue boat has been moored on the River Derwent in Hobart's northern suburbs by the side of a busy highway.

It is known affectionately by many Tasmanians as "the little blue boat", and has floated alone next to the Brooker Highway at Montrose Bay over the decades.

Sea Breeze, its official name, was built by Robin Attrill in his Montrose backyard in the early 1970s.

His son Colin Attrill said the boat was launched at Macquarie Wharf in 1976.

"It's been on the mooring in Montrose Bay ever since, and that's why it's such an iconic little blue boat," he said.

Tasmanians curious about 'little blue boat'

The boat is an object of fascination for Brooker Highway motorists and foreshore walkers due to it seemingly never moving.

Colin Attrill said it was "absolutely amazing" the number of people who would stop and talk to him about the boat when he was launching the dinghy to go and check on it.

"The number of people that talk to me that are walking past and go 'that boat has been there forever' and 'it was there when I was going to school or every day when I've been driving to work'," he said.

"Some people say they've never seen it move. Well it used to move all the time.

"Of late it's slowed up, we're all busy and dad has slowed up. We lost mum and once that happened it impacted on family activities."

Tough decision to sell

Its owner is now 91 and the boat has not been sailed for about 10 years.

Colin Attrill said the family had recently made the tough decision to try to sell the boat.

"Dad isn't well and he's gotten old, which we all do, and the boat's got old," he said.

"Anyone who knows about a timber boat knows that they need maintenance."

Mr Attrill said the family used to put the boat on the slip at least once a year to clean and antifoul it, and do any repairs.

"But the past few years Dad has been unable to do anything, and the boat unfortunately has just sat on the mooring," he said.

He said the family decided it was time for the boat to have a new owner.

"Nobody is using it, it needs a new owner who will give it the time and get the enjoyment out of it that we had growing up," he said.

"It's a great boat, and there are many years left. Wooden boats just last."

'Next phase' for the boat

The Attrill family is full of passionate sailors and Robin's brother Peter represented Australia in sailing at the Helsinki Olympics in 1952 — Tasmania's fifth Olympian and the first to represent the state in sailing.

When Robin finished building the 25-foot river cruiser, known by the family as The Breeze, it was used for trips away around Hobart.

"We used to have family trips down the channel, down to Cygnet, down to Dover, and all places in between fishing and weekends away," he said.

"We also used to go to events in Hobart like the Hobart Regatta, the Sandy Bay Regatta. We'd be down the river at any chance, or up the river. She made it to New Norfolk a couple of times.

"The boat was all over the place, wherever we could."

Mr Attrill said it would be a sad day when the boat left Montrose Bay after almost 50 years.

"We will see where it goes and where it ends up and what's the next phase for the boat," he said.

Over the years its owner has been keeping a watchful eye on it just a matter of metres away, across the Brooker Highway from his Montrose home of more than 70 years.

"He's always been there. He'd open the blinds in the morning in the kitchen and look out the window and there's the boat," son Colin said.

"It's always been a part of his life."

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Rotorua’s Lakeland Queen tourism paddle boat company in liquidation

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The Lakeland Queen company has been put into liquidation. Photo / Andrew Warner

Iconic Rotorua tourism paddle boat business Lakeland Queen has gone into liquidation.

It comes after the company ceased trading due to Covid-19 three years ago, and after its owner opposed a controversial direction to build, gift to iwi, then lease back a new jetty to resume operations at Rotorua’s Lakefront.

The vessel hosted tourist cruises on Lake Rotorua for more than three decades until pandemic border closures forced it into hibernation in 2021, with 15 staff made redundant .

It had since been drydocked on iwi-gifted Rotorua Lakes Council land but vessel owner Terry Hammond was ordered in January to remove it by mid-July after it was described as “an eyesore” .

The Lakeland Queen (2006) company was publicly notified as being in liquidation on March 11, with two accountants from BDO appointed as liquidators and creditors given until April 22 to make a claim.

Four days later, the Liquidators’ First Report to Creditors and Shareholders was published.

It stated the company had been operating the paddle boat since 2006, providing catered cruises of Lake Rotorua for up to 210 seated guests.

The liquidation followed unsuccessful efforts to resolve issues with the site the company operated from and concerns it disturbed the lakebed, so it could resume operations, the report stated.

“In the absence of funding, the directors and shareholders resolved that the company be placed into liquidation.”

The report listed several secured and unsecured creditors including Inland Revenue, Bell Tea and Coffee Company Limited, Fujifilm Business Innovation NZ and Watchdog Security Group.

The report’s statement of affairs listed debts totalling just over $520,000 and assets valued at about $184,000 – but the values of some assets were withheld.

“It is too early to reliably estimate what funds, if any, will be available for preferential and unsecured creditors.”

Options the liquidators would explore included selling the paddle boat, something Hammond had previously tried.

No completion date was given in the report.

Local Democracy Reporting approached Hammond and the liquidators for comment.

Rotorua Lakes councillor Robert Lee, who has advocated for Hammond including questioning the decision process to order him to leave the drydock on iwi-gifted land, said the liquidation notice marked a “sad day for Rotorua”.

“Many locals, national and international visitors have fond memories of this beautiful vessel which has graced our lake since 1987.”

Rotorua mayor Tania Tapsell also commented.

“It’s sad to see the chapter closing for this iconic tourism attraction which has hosted many international visitors over the years.

“[The] council has done all we can to help Mr Hammond get the Lakeland Queen back on the water but unfortunately this hasn’t been possible.”

Tapsell said although it had been challenging for the Lakeland, recent years of investment in redeveloping the lakefront had been hugely positive for the district.

The council’s infrastructure and environment general manager Stavros Michael said it would assist the liquidator regarding removal of the vessel from Motutara Point if/as appropriate.

He also reiterated it had done what it could, including trying to secure government funding, waiving slippage charges since 2021, making repairs to the old jetty, commissioning concept designs for a replacement one and offering to cover consenting costs.

Te Arawa Lakes Trust chief executive Daryn Bean previously told Local Democracy Reporting approval for lakebed disturbance, as would be needed for the Lakeland’s channel, would be considered by the trust as the representative of lakebed owners.

He said there had been “open communication” with Hammond.

In 2006 the Rotorua Daily Post reported the purchase of the paddle steamer by a consortium, including Hammond, after the company that previously owned it went into receivership owing creditors more than $850,000.

Laura Smith is a Local Democracy Reporting journalist based at the Rotorua Daily Post. She previously reported general news for the Otago Daily Times and Southland Express, and has been a journalist for four years.

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