Description

Remarks :This Albin Ballad is a superb example of this well-regarded Scandinavian cruiser, combining classic lines with a host of recent upgrades that make her truly stand out. A fantastic sailing package, she benefits from a brand-new mainsail with slab reefing (2025), a new 130% furling genoa, new stackpack, and new running rigging, all fitted in 2025. The stainless steel standing rigging was professionally inspected in 2025, offering peace of mind to any buyer. Comfort and practicality have also been enhanced with a new sprayhood, dodgers, and a clear Perspex hatch board, all installed in 2025. She features upgraded LED navigation and deck lights, plus a solar panel for added off-grid capability. With her spacious layout, solid build, and recent investment, this Albin Ballad is a well-balanced cruiser ready for coastal cruising or club racing alike. Accommodation :Sleeps 5 in 2 cabinsForepeak V-berth (double)Two single saloon settee berths + pilot berthDrop-leaf saloon tableStorage under berths and in lockersOpening forehatch for ventilationCurtains and cushionsWood-finish joinery in saloonBengco heater Galley 2-burner gas stove (gimballed)Stainless steel sink with manual cold water pumpDry storage lockers and drawersCoolboxWork surface with fold-down cover Heads Manual sea toilet located forwardWashbasin with manual water pumpStorage lockerDoor separating heads from saloon and forward cabin Inventory :Hull & Deck GRP construction with long fin keel and skeg-hung rudderTiller steeringSelf-draining cockpitStainless steel pushpit, pulpit and stanchionsAnchor with 25m of chain and 50m of warpManual windlassMooring cleats (bow and stern)Fenders and warpsBoarding ladderCockpit lockers for storageDodgers - New 2025Sprayhood - New 2025Deck light replaced with LED's - 2025Navigation lights replaced with LED's - 2025New clear perspex hatch board - 2025Solar panel - 2025Navigation Equipment Compass at helmVHF radioDepth sounderSpeed/logWind indicator (masthead or manual)GPS/chartplotter with European chart Safety Equipment Manual bilge pumpGas alarmLiferaft – out of date Man overboard shoe horseshoe buoyOcean pack and container flares Additional Outboard engine (needs a service)2 water bladders – 120L each Blondie Hasllen wind vane – rebuilt and spares40L of extra fuel Mechanical :Mechanics Beta - 20hpFresh water cooled with heat exchangerTwo bladed propeller on stainless steel shaftEngine service kit Serviced in August 2024Anode and antifoul don ein May 2025 Electrics 12V systemThree 12 volt batteries charged by alternatorBattery isolator switchesNavigation lightsCabin lightingSwitch panel at chart tableShore power connection Sails & RiggingRunning rigging renewed 2025Aluminium mast and boomStainless steel standing rigging - inspected in 2025Mainsail with slab reefing - New 2025Furling Genoa 130 % on roller reefing system - New 2025Spinnaker and poleNew stackpack - New 2025Winches: 2 x primary and 2 x halyard winchesMainsheet traveller in cockpit