1996 Freedom yachts Cruiser (sail) in Westbrook, CT

SELLER DESCRIPTION

Rising Star is wonderful example of this David Pedrick designed performance cruiser from Freedom Yachts. Called the "fastest Freedom pound for pound" the Freedom 35 is nimble, weatherly, well balanced, and easy. The swim platform, walk-through transom, and open companionway make movement around the boat easy as can be.Many have called the Freedom 35 interior the most innovative because of her bright airy feeling two private stateroom layout that also includes a head with stall shower. If you want a high quality cruising sailboat that is fast and capable yet easily managed single-handed that also delivers the nicest accommodations available on a boat this size, then Rising Star is for you. In excellent condition, she is loaded with gear so please read the full specifications for details. Call today for an appointment to see this very special and well cared-for yacht. You will not be disappointed.

Accomodations:
This design has a large interior for its size. There is a vee berth with insert forward with hanging and shelf locker storage to port and starboard. Just aft of the foward cabin is a settee berth to starboard and an "L" shaped settee to port which converts to a berth. Also to port is bulkhead-mounted two-leaf dinette table that folds down to accommodate 6 for dinner. Just aft of the stbd settee is a chart table with electrical control panel and electronics outboard. The head is aft to starboard and includes a separate stall shower. Across from the head and adjacent to the companionway stairs is an "L" shaped galley and aft of the galley is the owners cabin with a double, athwartships berth with headboard cushion. There are lockers, drawers, and shelves for storage throughout this boat. There are also 12 stainless steel opening portlights, 4 deck hatches, and 2 skylights for maximum ventilation and light. Extend your boating season with the Espar diesel heater. This is a light and airy boat with lovely varnished teak trim and varnished teak and holly flooring that creates a warm and inviting interior. Espar diesel heater12 Stainless opening ports4 Deck hatches - fwd hatch new (2009)Custom sleeping pads aft berth and Vee berth3 Hella Turbo fansClean bilgesCustom blue formica countertopsBlue Ultrasuede cushions in salonWindow curtainsMost headliner panels replaced (2009)

Mechanical Equipment:
The engine is located amidships under the port settee for unbeatable access. This area is well insulated and includes a blower. The engine is the tried, true, and reliable Yanmar 3GM30F with cylinder compression release levers for easy starting. Mechanical2 Blade feathering Max propDripless shaft sealRacor fuel filterSea strainerYanmar spare partsEspar Diesel HeaterElectrical2 Group 27 AGM batteries new (July 2008)1 Group 31 AGM battery new July (2008)Freedom 1000 Battery charger/inverterHeart Interface Link 2000110vAC 30amp shore power cordGFI protected outletsPlumbingRaritan manual marine toilet rebuilt (2008)All waste hoses replaced (2008)Y-valve for overboard dischargeMacerator pump for holding tank discharge in open waterFireboy-Xintex LLM-2 water tank & holding tank monitor new (2008)Stall showerCockpit hot and cold shower6 gal hot water heater heats from engine and 110v elementSalt water anchor washdown pumpFoot pump in galleyRule electric bilge pump with floatManual bilge pump in cockpit

Galley:
Conveniently located at the aft end of the salon and adjacent to the companionway, the galley is well suited for meal prep underway and at rest. The refrigerator box is deep and has a second compartment for ready access to drinks and is cooled by top quality Grunert engine drive and 110vAC holding plate refrigeration. The SS Force 10 stove with oven and broiler is gimballed and there is a polished SS double basin sink with new faucet in 2007.Two burner Force Ten Propane stove with oven and broiler Grunert Engine driven refrigeration with a 110v AC dockside system Unique double compartment refrig box Polished Stainless double basin sink New Galley faucet (2007)Hot and cold pressure water Foot pumpTwo propane bottlesDishes, silverware, plastic glasses, galleyware, and cookware included

Electonics and Navigational Gear:
Raymarine SL70C GPS chartplotter at helmRadar at helmC-Map chips from Hudson River to Cape CodAutohelm Autopilot - wheel drivenAutohelm Wind/Speed/Depth instrumentsRaymarine ST60+ Graphic Display repeater at nav station (2008)Standard Horizon Quest XGX1500S VHF radioVHF Command Mic in cockpit (2007)Clarion CMD4A Stereo (2008)Clarion cockpit speakers (2008)Clarion cockpit stereo remote (2008)Ritchie binnacle compass rebuilt (2007)Boat wired for cable

Sails and Rigging:
Hull is white with blue cove and boot stripes. The deck is white with light gray contrasting non-skid. This is a very clean traditional look. All lines lead through stoppers to the cockpit. The deck is clean and easy to maintain with virtually no exterior teak. Hand rails, portlights, stanchions and rails are all 316 grade quality stainless. Stanchions and double lifelines are higher than industry standard for added safety. Boarding gates to port and starboard. The cockpit includes a walk-through transom and easy access to the companionway stairs for getting below. Integral anchor locker on foredeck keeps mud and water from inside the boat. Built in chrome dorade vents add fresh air to the cabin even when the boat is closed up. The mast is the free-standing, carbon fiber spar for which Freedom is so well known. The main is fully battened and has two built in reefs which are fully set from the safety of the cockpit. The optional Antal low friction mast track is installed. The jib has the optional self-tacking Furlex roller furler. Sail covers and dodger are dark blue. Cockpit cushions are provided around the cockpit. There is a solid boom vang for extra control and safety and the optional Dutchman lazy jack system makes raising and lowering the main easier than ever. All sail controls are lead to the cockpit through clutch style deck stoppers and all sail handling can be managed from the cockpit on a two speed electric winch. Sail InventoryDoyle Stack Pack full battened main(2007)UK Main (1996)UK Working self-tending jib - very good condition (1996)UK 135% Genoa - rarely used and excellent conditionLewmar Electric anchor windlassWindlass foot switches new (2008)Harken Electric Halyard winchFurlex roller furler for jibGenoa tracks for 135% genoaHarken coaming winches for genoaDodgerAwning Wheel coverSunbrella cockpit cushionsTeak cockpit tableOutboard motor bracket on stern rail35# CQR anchor with 80' chain and 200' 1/2" rodeFortress Storm anchor with 80' chain and 200' 5/8" rodeSpare anchor rodeRigid boom vang - refinished white (2009)Hull bottom barrier coated (2008)Magnum propane BBQHandheld electric fog hornLife jacketsFlaresBinoculars