Csy 50 Pilot House

Built by Gulfstar Yachts from 1986, this Lazzara-designed 50-footer represents a thoughtful approach to long-distance cruising with its distinctive pilot house configuration. The enclosed helm station provides excellent protection from the elements while maintaining good visibility, making this boat particularly appealing for couples or small crews planning extended offshore passages. With a moderate displacement of 34,500 pounds and substantial ballast ratio, the CSY 50 Pilot House offers reassuring stability and seakindly motion in challenging conditions. The fin keel with spade rudder configuration delivers responsive handling while maintaining the shallow 5.92-foot draft needed for exploring varied cruising grounds. Her comfort ratio of 37.76 confirms the design's emphasis on motion comfort over pure performance. The masthead sloop rig with 1,034 square feet of sail area provides adequate power while remaining manageable for short-handed sailing. Her theoretical hull speed of 8.32 knots suggests respectable passage-making ability, while the 66-horsepower engine ensures reliable auxiliary power when needed. This design strikes an appealing balance between offshore capability and practical cruising comfort, making it well-suited for serious blue-water cruisers who value the pilot house's protection and the boat's proven seaworthiness over racing performance.

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