The Cavalier 28 is a versatile yacht known for their well designed, spacious interior, comfortable cockpit and pleasurable sailing qualities. Designed by Laurie Davidson (NZ America's Cup fame) the Cavalier 28 is a delight to sail short handed or with crew, performing at all points of sail. Perfect for lazy days on the harbour with family and friends, weekends away or racing around the cans.
Blind Justice has been a consistent member of the Cavalier 28 racing fleet for more than 25 years and is now offered for sale by reason of the retirement of the skipper from competitive racing.
Built by Cavalier Yachts in or about 1981 the boat has been actively raced since 1995 to the present . Last Surveyed in 2019, found to be in reasonable condition for age . No known structural defects, No Osmosis detected . Report accepted by Insurer . Standing rigging renewed July 2018 , Rig check Sept 2021 , found to be in sound condition.
Both Reports available to prospective purchasers.
Antifouled Feb 2023, Bukh 10hp Diesel engine major service Dec 2022 engine mounts replaced . Cat 7 Cert current. All winches serviced Oct 2022.
Length 28' - 8.53m
Hull Fibreglass/GRP
Location CYCA
Year ~1981
Beam 9'5" (2.87m)
Draft 5'3" (1.6m)
Instruments Boat Speed
Engine Bukh 10hp Diesel, recently serviced
Fuel Capacity 30L stainless tank
Electrics 1 x start, 1 x house batteries
Sails Genoas, #1 & # 1.5 made by Doyle Fraser 2015 used only for racing. A # 3 heavy air blade genoa by Gemmell sailmakers circa 2000 . Storm Jib also held. Two #1 spinnakers and a #2 spinnaker, all by Gemmell, still in current use . Good condition. Standard Dacron Mainsail by Gemmell 2008. older McDiarmid no 2 for social sailing