Ariel #258 on E-bay "Rum Runner"

[tha3rdman]

Lots of goodies in the description

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RUM RUNNER is a great sailboat to cruise weekends, engage in fun family racing, or just to find a quiet harbor for a family outing.

Clearly this is what the Pearson designer had in mind, an easy to manage family cruising boat that is able to accommodate a family of four comfortably — and still remain competitive in your club races from time to time.

RUM RUNNER is a modified full keel design by Carl Alberg built by Pearson Yachts of Bristol, RI. She is a slightly smaller version of the very popular 1959 28 ft. Pearson Triton with the head moved between the Vee-berths and the bunks in the main saloon extended under the galley on the starboard side and the icebox to port.

Once you win RUM RUNNER you can join the active Pearson Ariel Association at http://www.pearsonariel.org/

Sisterships are currently selling for $5,000-$8,500 on Yachtworld!!

BUILDER SPECIFICATIONS

PEARSON ARIEL HULL#258
L.O.A. - 25' 7 "
L.W.L. - 18' 6 "
Beam - 8' 0 "
Deep Draft - 3' 8 "
Displacement - 5120 lbs.
Ballast - 2500 lbs.
Sail Area - 305 sq. ft.
Main 155
ForeTri 150
5' 11" headroom
Berths - 4
Hull speed - 5.76
PHRF - 261
Production - 1962-1967

DESCRIPTION

A few paragraphs below are from the original typed letter by Pearson Corporation that came with all Ariels when they were sold in 1965 as a new boat.

"In 1959 the Pearson Corporation exhibited the first Triton in the New York Boat Show. This 26 foot fiberglass auxiliary marked the beginning of a new era in the sport of sailing. So good was the reception of the Triton that it soon became evident that a slightly smaller version of the Triton would be desirable. The basic requirements had to be as nearly as possible that of the Triton. This became a real challenge since something had to give and it couldn't be the dimensions of the human body. Carl Alberg, a past master of this sort of thing accepted the challenge and after one look at his plans we were ready to build. The changes were very simple. The separate compartment for the head was eliminated and the head itself was moved forward between the V berths in the forward cabin. The bunks in the main cabin were extended under the galley area on one side and other the icebox on the other. The other interior appointments were so compact and well planned that it is difficult to imagine any alternative arrangement.

All that remained was to name this little cruiser. So much enthusiasm was displayed by all concerned that a decision became a major problem. This problem was quickly and simply solved however by one of our fine dealers who sent in the suggestion, "Ariel" (together with a substantial order.) There was no further discussion.

Thus the Ariel was designed, built and christened. It is interesting to note that although the first Ariel was not completed until early spring (thereby missing the major boat shows) the entire production of 60 boats for that year was sold out and all indications are that she will follow in the footsteps of her now famous big sister the Triton.....

Pearson Corporation"


Owners Manual for Pearson Ariel
The Ariel Association has published a revised Owners Manual and Maintenance Guide. The new Second Edition of the Guide includes extensive discussions of Ariel and Commander maintenance requirements, factory drawings of original Pearson hardware, sources of original vendor-supplied hardware, a list of suitable replacement suppliers and guides for several custom modifications.

Improvements in the Second Edition include: A table of contents and index. There are also more illustrations, and in addition to copies of the Pearson drawings, there are several by Carl Alberg, including drawings of the Commander. Please contact them at: http://www.pearsonariel.org/.

If you’re looking for an excellent used family cruiser that can still be competitive and fun to race— this Pearson Ariel fits the bill!

Bid on this one and enjoy! Good Luck!

RUM RUNNER SPECIFIC INVENTORY AND CONDITION

Hull #258

Tiller steering ornately decorated with line for good grip (see Photo)
Blue FG Hull in GC, no apparent blisters
SPARS and RIGGING

Mast: anodized aluminum alloy with internal track section,
Boom: anodized aluminum alloy with internal track section
Roller reefing
Fixed gooseneck
Tapered wooden spinnaker pole
Winches:
Cockpit Combing: 2 ea. Bronze top action, flat handle
ENGINE and MECHANICAL

Outboard well - Ballast compensated (OUTBOARD NOT INCLUDED)
SAILS (NOT INSPECTED)

1ea Main - Hood, OE Unknown Condition
1ea Sail - Ratsey & Lapthorn City Island, NY, Unknown Condition
3ea Sails -Unknown Condition probably Murphy & Nye
CANVAS

1ea Wind scoop
V-BERTH

V-Berth can be closed with door
Cushions in good condition some stitching may be needed
SALOON

Comfortable fabric cushions with storage under
Hanging lockers
Teak drawers & Lockers
TANKAGE

Water - forward under V-Berth
Waste - integral with porta-potti
GROUND TACKLE

Danforth Anchor w/ 3/4 anchor line and chain
LIFEJACKETS & BUOYS


1ea. Horseshoe Type IV
Misc lifejackets
HEAD


Porta-Pottie in Vee-Berth
Opening Port
GALLEY


Single burner Butane stove w/ cartridge
SS Sink w/ manual pump pressure cold water faucet
Large icebox
PLUMBING

Manual diaphragm bilge pump
Electric Bilge pump
Water fill deck fittings
Large cockpit drains
LINES

Set of working lines in various conditions.
ELECTRONICS


Sansui Stereo with 7" stereo speakers in Saloon
Fused switch panel
Eagle Ultranav with transducers
Knotmeter - Forward Cockpit bulkhead mounted
VHF w/ masthead antenna
Fused switch panel
Cigarette Lighter outlet
Overhead dome light over galley
Bulkhead mounted 12VDC single light fixtures
International Navigation Lights
NAVIGATION

Ritchie 3.5" Deck mounted Compass
MISC. EQUIPMENT

4ea Lg. Fenders
Heel gage
Louvered Teak Companionway door
Teak cockpit grating
Single life lines
SS Stern rail
SS Bow Pulpit
Steel Boat Cradle is included
Dinghy is included

[Bill]

Here is the URL to the ad - - http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Pears...QQcmdZViewItem

[tha3rdman]

oops, forgot that, thanks bill.