Description
Step aboard a true bluewater classic — the 1981 Alajuela 33, a vessel celebrated for its timeless design, exceptional craftsmanship, and ocean‑ready spirit. Built with a solid fiberglass hull and elegant teak accents, this cutter‑rigged beauty blends traditional charm with proven offshore performance.
Renowned for her stability, comfort, and seaworthiness, the Alajuela 33 offers the confidence to cross oceans or cruise coastlines with ease. Her graceful lines, skeg‑mounted rudder, and deep fin keel deliver a smooth, balanced ride, while the warm, inviting interior provides a cozy retreat after a day under sail.
Whether you’re a seasoned voyager or a dreamer ready to cast off for distant horizons, this 1981 Alajuela 33 is more than just a sailboat — she’s a trusted companion for your next great adventure.
ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
ISOLATED BACKSTAY
RADAR: Raytheon Pathfinder SL70 (two with LCD screen spot)
VHF: ICOM- IC M422
GPS: Garmin- GPSmap 421
DEPTH SOUNDER: Hawkeye
KNOTMETER: Standard Communication- SL-1
WIND SPEED / DIRECTION: Windex- Masthead (direction only)
AUTOPILOT: Navico by Simrad- WP5000 Wheelpilot
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
12v DC and 120v AC shore in working order. Breakers, fuses, and GFCI where appropriate.
HOUSE BANK – Flooded lead acid golf cart batteries 100 AH- 4, 6 V
START BANK TYPE – Group 59 lead acid 590 CCA- one, 12 V
BATTERY MONITOR: Quad- Cycle- Smart Regulator and Monitor
BATTERY CHARGER: Xantrex- Truecharge 40+ Multistage
ALTERNATOR: Balmar 70-95 Series- up to 95 Amps
INVERTER: Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000- 1000+ Surge
WIND GENENERATOR: Air Marine with 2 hubs, 2 sets of blades- 400 Watt Turbine
SMART REGULATOR: Quad Cycle- Smart reg and Monitor
SOLAR PANEL – Grape Solar GS-Star-100W
Solar Panel – 40W
SAILS & RIGGING
MAIN: Hong Kong Sails w/ triple reef. Serviceable condition. approx 240 sq.ft.
SPINNAKER: MPS Spinnaker (asymmetrical) with Chutescoop sleeve. Serviceable condition
#1 GENOA: Johnson 165 on roller furling with Sunbrella. Approx 500 sq feet Serviceable condition
STAYSAIL: Heavy duty fabric and hardware. Serviceable condition. Approx 132 sq.ft.
TRAVELER: In Cockpit
PREVENTER: Manual
BOOM VANG: Manual
MAST: Kenyon Mast and Boom. Keel Stepped Aluminum- fasteners renewed and Awlgrip coating approx 2012
RUNNING RIGGING LINES LEAD AFT: Headsail, staysail, some deck gear from mast
WHISKER POLE- Telescoping 8′-12′
ROLLER FURLER: Harken MK-2
WINCH: Enkes x 2 Model 26
WINCH: Enkes x 2 AR – 18
WINCH: Lewmar x 1 Model 6
DECK EQUIPMENT
ANCHOR 1: Delta 35 on 165 feet of 3/8 galvanized chain
ANCHOR 2: Bruce 33 on 65 feet of 3/8 galvanized chain and 145 feet 5/8 nylon
WINDLASS: Simpson Lawrence Hy- Speed Manual
DINGHY: AB Inflatable- 9 feet RIB with chaps- some leaks
DINGHY ENGINE HOIST
NAV LIGHTS: Plastimo- Tricolor Masthead
SPREADER LIGHTS: Foredeck light- combination deck light down and steaming light
LADDER: Stainless Steel Fold Up- mounted to bat stern side aft
LIFELINES: Two rows 5/16 Stainless Steel wire rope on 30 inch stanchions
DECK MATERIAL: White/Gray gel coat with molded in nonskid
LPG LOCKER- large enough for 2 30 lb tanks. Locker vents overboard
LIFESLING: Rail mounted rapid deployment
LIFE RINGS: Throwable “Horse Shoe” style PDF
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
PROPELLER: Sailor 18″ 2 blade Bronze
FUEL FILTERS: Racor- 500 FG Series
TRANSMISSION: Kanziki- KM2P 2.62 gear ratio
SELF STEERING VANE: Aires- Lift up Vane Gear
BILGE PUMP: Rule 12 V and Whale Gusher Manual
STEERING TYPE: Pedestal Wheel and Emergency Tiller
RAW WATER SEA STRAINER
HOUSE FANS: Calfamo
FRESH WATER COOLING
INSIDE EQUIPMENT
WATER HEATER: Allcraft Electric SS 120V and engine circulation
STOVE: SME V2- 2 burner LP stove and oven
REFRIGERATION: Adler Barbour Cold Machine
WATER SYSTEM: 12 V galley, head, cockpit hand shower. Foot pump in galley with filtered water
SINK: Stainless Steel with dedicated thru hull and seacock
MARINE SANITATION DEVICE: Raritan Lectrasan
COVERS & CUSHIONS
DODGER: Sunbrella w/many new zippers. Eisenglass shows wear, but visability OK
WHEEL/TILLER COVER: Sail Bag type
COCKPIT: Wood combing caps have Subrella covers
BIMINI: Sunbrella w/removable sides and connection to dodger. water catch gutters
HATCHES: two 20″ x 20″ offshore style. Re-built and re-coated around 2013. New lens
FULL COVERS: Built for summer dry storage- low and light
MAINSAIL: Sunbrella cover for main on boom
GENOA: Sunbrella strip on luff and foot exposed when rolled up on furler
STAYSAIL: Sunbrella sail bag stows sail and sheets while hanked on inner removable stay
BUG SCREENS: Insertable for portlights & Velcroed on hatches
OUTBOARD COVER: Sunbrella- full cover
