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For Sale: Archambault Surprise Sailboat – Fully Equipped and Sail-Ready I am parting ways with my meticulously cared for Archambault Surprise – a swift, sporty vessel that is all set for sailing adventures. Perfect for competitive regattas or spirited recreational cruising. This boat is in excellent technical and aesthetic shape, primed for immediate sailing. 🔧 Premium gear & enhancements: • Brand-new mast & boom (originally €10,000) • State-of-the-art electronic gadgets (valued at around €8,000) • Mainsail & jib combined worth approximately €9,000 👉 These components alone total roughly €27,000. 💰 Furthermore, about €35,000 has been invested in the boat over the past 5 years. This offering presents a comprehensive package for those eager to hit the water without additional expenses. Feel free to reach out with any inquiries or interest! General Information • Model: Archambault Surprise • Length / Beam: 7.58 m / 2.48 m • Waterline: 6.60 m • Draft: 1.60 m • Weight: around 1,250 kg • Engine: 3.3 HP Marina outboard • Hull: dry, no osmosis, freshly painted (2025) ⸻ Gear & Technology Rig & Deck • Mast & rigging: Selden (new in 2024) • Fittings: Harken / Rostan • Running rigging: Lyros with Dyneema core Winches • 2 × Andersen 28 self-tailing (halyards, 2024) • 2 × Andersen 28 self-tailing (genoa / spinnaker, 2024) ⸻ Electronics (all new in 2022/23) • B&G V9 and Simrad V9 chartplotters • Raymarine ACU 100 with EV-9 control unit • B&G 710 wind system • 2 × 100 Ah onboard batteries (2023) ⸻ Sails • Mainsail: 23.1 m², fathead, Dimension Sails Aramid Sport (June 2024) • Headsail: 14.3 m², Dimension Sails Aramid Sport (May 2025) • Headsail: UK X-Drive • Spinnaker: 48 m² • Gennaker: 59 m² (Momentum) ⸻ Trailer • First registration: 2007 • TÜV valid until October 2027 ⸻ Interior Designed for racing but with comfort and functionality in mind due to tailored adjustments: • Double berth in the bow • Two single berths in the saloon • LED lighting and red light • Ample storage space ⸻ Cockpit • Spacious workspace, suitable for crew, shorthanded, or solo sailing • Open carbon stern (converted in 2023/24) ⸻ Refit History Winter 2021/22 • Complete underwater hull refit (sanded and re-laminated with epoxy) • 5 layers of EP primer and Hempel Race antifouling • Fresh paint on hull, deck, and interior • 150 cm extendable carbon bowsprit • New Dyneema running rigging (Lyros) • Electrical system fully overhauled Winter 2023/24 • Conversion to open carbon stern • New mast and boom • New Dyneema halyards • Interior repainted • New rudder blade with stainless hollow shaft • New Jefa needle bearings • 4 × Andersen 28 self-tailing winches • Various blocks replaced • New non-slip gelcoat Winter 2025 • Hull repainted ⸻ Sailing Experience & Performance This boat has showcased its prowess on numerous occasions: • Silverrudder 2024: 5th place • Commodore Cup 2024: 1st place (ORC) • Brassfahrt 2025: 1st place Top speed: 18.1 knots surfing downwind The Surprise is rigid, steady, seaworthy, and has been extensively tested in the North Sea and Baltic Sea. The Archambault Surprise is particularly favored in France, the Netherlands, and Switzerland, boasting vibrant racing communities and excellent spare parts availability. ⸻ In Summary A meticulously maintained, race-ready yet cozy sailboat, featuring numerous top-notch upgrades and diligent upkeep. Ready to sail, complete with trailer, and available immediately.