The Boothbay Explorer Sailboat
Specs & Key Performance Indicators

The Boothbay Explorer is based on the earlier Boothbay Challenger, which was also designed by John G. Alden and built by Hodgdon Bros in the late 1960s. The Boothbay Challenger was a 56-foot centreboard ketch with a slightly different hull shape and rigging than the Boothbay Explorer.

The Boothbay Explorer has a spacious and comfortable interior, with a large saloon, a galley, a navigation station, and four cabins. The master cabin is located aft, with a double berth, a settee, a vanity, and an ensuite head. The forward cabin has a V-berth, a hanging locker, and a head. The two guest cabins have upper and lower berths, drawers, and lockers.

According to one source, there are two alternative accommodation layouts for the Boothbay Explorer. One option is to have three cabins instead of four, with the forward cabin having two single berths instead of a V-berth. The other option is to have two cabins instead of four, with the forward cabin having a double berth instead of a V-berth, and the guest cabins being converted into storage space.

The Boothbay Explorer is a heavy and sturdy sailboat, which can handle rough seas and strong winds. It is not very fast or agile, but it is reliable and comfortable. It has a good balance of sail power and engine power, with a John Deere diesel engine that can produce up to 135 HP. It has a hydraulic steering system, which makes it easy to maneuver.

The average cost of a secondhand Boothbay Explorer depends on the condition, age, and equipment of the boat. According to one website, the price range for a used Boothbay Explorer is between $99,900 and $149,000.

Yes, Hodgdon Brothers is still in business as Hodgdon Yachts, which is one of the oldest boatbuilders in America. They are based in East Boothbay, Maine, and they specialize in custom yachts, refits, repairs, and marine services.

Clifford Swain was a yacht designer who worked for John G. Alden & Associates, one of the most influential yacht design firms in the 20th century. He was the chief designer at Alden for a number of years, and he drew the lines for many famous sailboats, such as the 'When and If', which was commissioned by General George S. Patton. He also designed the Bristol 35 and the Barnacle 34, among others. He was known for his skill and creativity in creating elegant and seaworthy yachts.
John G. Alden & Associates was one of the most influential yacht design firms in the 20th century. They created over 1000 designs for sailboats and powerboats of various sizes and styles. Some of their famous sailboats include the Malabar schooners, the Bermuda Class sloops, the Alden Caravelle yawls, the Alden Zephyr ketches, and the Alden Challenger series.