Soarin'

About Soarin'

<p><strong><u>BRAND NEW DIESEL ENGINE IN 2023!</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>This popular Beneteau model boasts more recent upgrades than can fit easily in this space, including -</p><p><br></p><p>NEW engine, NEW transmission, NEW batteries, NEW Bimini and dodger, and NEW smart battery monitor</p><p><br></p><p>Please contact the listing broker for a full and detailed list of NEW additions and improvements to this Beneteau.</p><p><br></p><p>This sailboat has been thoughtfully and generously maintained by the owners, who are only selling to get into a larger yacht. The boat is is in the water in Portsmouth, RI, and ready to show at your convenience.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>This is a nice lasting that will not last, so reach out today if you have an interest.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The&nbsp;Beneteau Oceanis 361&nbsp;(often referred to simply as the Beneteau 361) is widely regarded as one of the most successful mid-sized cruisers ever produced by the French shipyard.&nbsp;Launched in 1999 and produced through 2004, it was designed by&nbsp;Berret-Racoupeau&nbsp;to be the successor to the popular Oceanis 352.&nbsp;It achieved a rare trifecta in production boatbuilding: it was voluminous enough for liveaboard comfort, simple enough for a novice couple to handle, and robust enough for serious coastal or even "silver-rudder" offshore cruising.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>With over 500 units produced, the 361 is a staple of the brokerage market today, known for its "big boat" feel in a manageable 36-foot package.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Design Philosophy and Hull Construction</p><p>The 361 was part of a new generation of Beneteau yachts that prioritized interior volume and light without sacrificing sailing performance.&nbsp;The hull features a moderately fine entry that widens significantly toward the beam, which is carried far aft.&nbsp;This provides the boat with exceptional&nbsp;form stability, keeping it relatively flat even when the wind picks up.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>The construction utilizes Beneteau’s time-tested methods of the era:</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Solid GRP Hull:&nbsp;The hull is a solid glass-reinforced plastic laminate, reinforced with a structural grid (liner) that is bonded to the hull.&nbsp;This grid distributes the loads from the keel and mast, providing a rigid and strong backbone.</li><li>Balsa-Cored Deck:&nbsp;The deck is a balsa sandwich, which provides excellent thermal and sound insulation while keeping the center of gravity low.</li><li>The Keel:&nbsp;Most 361s (including SOARIN') feature a&nbsp;bulb fin keel&nbsp;with a shoal draft of approximately&nbsp;5' 0", making it an ideal choice for the waters of the Chesapeake, Florida, and of course New England.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Sailing Performance: The "Lively" Cruiser</p><p>Despite its focus on comfort, the 361 is surprisingly nimble. With a&nbsp;PHRF rating typically between 110 and 120, it is far more than a "floating condo."</p><p>One of the boat's most praised handling characteristics is its responsiveness.&nbsp;It settles into a groove quickly and tracks well, largely thanks to its balanced spade rudder. While the 361 is not a "pointing machine", it typically finds its best speed at around 40 to 45 degrees apparent wind, it is a powerhouse on a reach. In a 12-15 knot breeze, owners frequently report boat speeds in the 6.5 to 7-knot range.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>The rig is a masthead sloop with double aft-swept spreaders.&nbsp;This boat has a standard mast and mainsail with a "stackpack" for easy main furling.&nbsp;All control lines are led aft to the cockpit, so the crew can manage the sails entirely from the safety of the companionway.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>The "Big Boat" Interior: Headroom and Light</p><p>Stepping below deck is where the 361 truly sets itself apart from its peers.&nbsp;The standout feature is the&nbsp;6' 4" headroom, which remains consistent throughout the main salon.&nbsp;Combined with the large forward-facing windows and multiple opening ports, the interior feels more like a 40-foot boat.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>The Galley and Head</p><p>The 361 is famous for two specific interior features that are usually "compromised" on boats of this size:</p><ol><li>The Enormous Head:&nbsp;The head is located to starboard and features a&nbsp;separate walk-in shower stall&nbsp;with a teak seat.&nbsp;In the late 90s, this was a revolutionary feature for a 36-foot boat and remains a primary selling point for liveaboards.</li></ol><p><br></p><p>2. The Seaworthy Galley:&nbsp;Located to port, the C-shaped galley is tucked out of the way of traffic.&nbsp;It boasts a massive top-loading freezer and a separate front-loading refrigerator.&nbsp;The counter space is generous, providing plenty of room for meal prep even while underway.</p><p><br></p><p>Cabin Configurations</p><ul><li>Two-Cabin Version:&nbsp;This is the preferred layout for cruising couples.&nbsp;It features a massive aft cabin with a transverse double berth and a sprawling V-berth forward.&nbsp;The removal of the third cabin allows for even more storage and a larger galley.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> <br> <i> Resolute Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Cape Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel </i>