2009 28 (ft.) 3 (in.) ALERION Express 28

"Carefully crafted in Bristol, Rhode Island, this Alerion 28 -- aptly named for the graceful coastal raptor, the Osprey -- is one of the most elegant, efficient, fast, and seaworthy day and weekend vessels extant. WIth its navy blue topsides and red water line, the Osprey is a classic beauty. Known by the sailing community as "the prettiest girl at the dance," the Alerion inevitably draws the admiration and attention of sailors everywhere. It also is a model of state of the art sailing efficiency. With all lines neatly issuing into the cockpit and the aid of a powerful RayMarine auto-tiller, the Osprey is safely and easily single-handled in the most demanding sea conditions.  When the wind kicks up, reefing undertaken from the safety of the cockpit is done in a jiffy. The Gary Hoyt designed self-tacking piston-powered job boom allows for effortless speedy tacking and jibing. The jib boom also makes light air and down wind sailing -- including wing on wing in all conditions --  40% more efficient than conventional job designs. With comfortable bunks, a head, sink, ice chest, and butane stove, the Osprey is a comfortable and nimble weekend cruiser -- perfect for the Channel Islands get away. With its classic Herreshoff lines yet modern outfitting and state of the art hull and keel -- including a folding sail-drive prop driven by a steadfast Yanmar diesel -- this sloop glides over rough and choppy seas and scoots along under sail at six and seven knots gracefully. State of the art RayMarine Electronics help ensure safe and efficient passages. Fortress anchors provide state of the art ground tackle. 
 Friends, if you are looking for an elegant, fast, comfortable, seaworthy sailboat for racing or coastal and island cruising, you have found it."