Saga 34

Saga 34

The Saga 34 is a classic, heavily built fiberglass cruising sailboat modeled after traditional Scandinavian design (often styled as a Norwegian pilot cutter) and famous for its offshore capability. 

Design and Build

• Builder & Mold: Originally molded by craftsmen like Charles Ward (with variations produced across different northern European yards such as Selje Bruk A/S).

• Hull Construction: Hand-laid fiberglass solid hull built to be stout and heavy rather than lightweight.

• Keel & Rudder: Full-length keel with a rudder attached to the trailing edge, giving it exceptional directional tracking and heavy-weather composure.
• Length overall: 38ft including bowsprit and pushpin.

• Draft: Around 1.68m to 1.78m (approx. 5.5 to 5.8 feet) depending on load.

• Capsize Screening: Features a Capsize Screening Formula (CSF) value of 1.52, meaning it meets standard metrics for ocean-racing and offshore approval (and has historically qualified for endurance events like the Golden Globe Race framework). 

Sailing Characteristics

• Handling: Well-balanced and forgiving under sail, making it manageable for short-handed or solo voyagers.

• Rig: Typically configured with a simple, manageable masthead rig that keeps the sail plan low and reduces excessive heeling moments.

• Motion at Sea: Thanks to its heavier displacement and full keel, it offers a soft, predictable motion in a seaway rather than the choppy pound of lighter modern production boats.

For sale with DBY Boat Sales Pittwater Office in Newport. Please call +61 2 9999 3311 for an inspection. For additional high-resolution photos and detailed inventory, please email sales@dbyboatsales.com.au