Alajuela 33

Step aboard a true bluewater classic — the 1981 Alajuela 33, a vessel celebrated for its timeless design, exceptional craftsmanship, and ocean‑ready spirit. Built with a solid fiberglass hull and elegant teak accents, this cutter‑rigged beauty blends traditional charm with proven offshore performance.

Renowned for her stability, comfort, and seaworthiness, the Alajuela 33 offers the confidence to cross oceans or cruise coastlines with ease. Her graceful lines, skeg‑mounted rudder, and deep fin keel deliver a smooth, balanced ride, while the warm, inviting interior provides a cozy retreat after a day under sail.

Whether you’re a seasoned voyager or a dreamer ready to cast off for distant horizons, this 1981 Alajuela 33 is more than just a sailboat — she’s a trusted companion for your next great adventure.

ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT

ISOLATED BACKSTAY

RADAR: Raytheon Pathfinder SL70 (two with LCD screen spot)

VHF:  ICOM- IC M422

GPS:  Garmin- GPSmap 421

DEPTH SOUNDER:  Hawkeye

KNOTMETER:  Standard Communication- SL-1

WIND SPEED / DIRECTION:  Windex- Masthead (direction only)

AUTOPILOT:  Navico by Simrad- WP5000 Wheelpilot

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

12v DC and 120v AC shore in working order. Breakers, fuses, and GFCI where appropriate.

HOUSE BANK - Flooded lead acid golf cart batteries 100 AH- 4, 6 V

START BANK TYPE - Group 59 lead acid 590 CCA- one, 12 V

BATTERY MONITOR: Quad- Cycle- Smart Regulator and Monitor

BATTERY CHARGER:  Xantrex- Truecharge 40+ Multistage

ALTERNATOR:  Balmar 70-95 Series- up to 95 Amps

INVERTER: Xantrex PROwatt SW 1000- 1000+ Surge

WIND GENENERATOR:  Air Marine with 2 hubs, 2 sets of blades- 400 Watt Turbine

SMART REGULATOR:  Quad Cycle- Smart reg and Monitor

SOLAR PANEL - Grape Solar GS-Star-100W

Solar Panel - 40W

SAILS & RIGGING

MAIN:  Hong Kong Sails w/ triple reef. Serviceable condition. approx 240 sq.ft.

SPINNAKER:  MPS Spinnaker (asymmetrical) with Chutescoop sleeve. Serviceable condition

#1 GENOA:  Johnson 165 on roller furling with Sunbrella. Approx 500 sq feet Serviceable condition

STAYSAIL:  Heavy duty fabric and hardware. Serviceable condition. Approx 132 sq.ft.

TRAVELER:  In Cockpit

PREVENTER: Manual

BOOM VANG:  Manual

MAST:  Kenyon Mast and Boom. Keel Stepped Aluminum- fasteners renewed and Awlgrip coating approx 2012

RUNNING RIGGING LINES LEAD AFT:  Headsail, staysail, some deck gear from mast

WHISKER POLE- Telescoping 8'-12'

ROLLER FURLER:  Harken MK-2

WINCH:  Enkes x 2 Model 26

WINCH: Enkes x 2 AR - 18

WINCH: Lewmar x 1 Model 6

DECK EQUIPMENT

ANCHOR 1: Delta 35 on 165 feet of 3/8 galvanized chain

ANCHOR 2: Bruce 33 on 65 feet of 3/8 galvanized chain and 145 feet 5/8 nylon

WINDLASS: Simpson Lawrence Hy- Speed Manual

DINGHY: AB Inflatable- 9 feet RIB with chaps- some leaks

DINGHY ENGINE HOIST

NAV LIGHTS:  Plastimo- Tricolor Masthead

SPREADER LIGHTS:  Foredeck light- combination deck light down and steaming light

LADDER:  Stainless Steel Fold Up- mounted to bat stern side aft

LIFELINES: Two rows 5/16 Stainless Steel wire rope on 30 inch stanchions

DECK MATERIAL: White/Gray gel coat with molded in nonskid

LPG LOCKER- large enough for 2 30 lb tanks. Locker vents overboard

LIFESLING: Rail mounted rapid deployment

LIFE RINGS: Throwable "Horse Shoe" style PDF

MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

PROPELLER:  Sailor 18" 2 blade Bronze

FUEL FILTERS:  Racor- 500 FG Series

TRANSMISSION:  Kanziki- KM2P 2.62 gear ratio

SELF STEERING VANE:  Aires- Lift up Vane Gear

BILGE PUMP:  Rule 12 V and Whale Gusher Manual

STEERING TYPE:  Pedestal Wheel and Emergency Tiller

RAW WATER SEA STRAINER

HOUSE FANS: Calfamo

FRESH WATER COOLING

INSIDE EQUIPMENT

WATER HEATER:  Allcraft Electric SS 120V and engine circulation

STOVE:  SME V2- 2 burner LP stove and oven

REFRIGERATION: Adler Barbour Cold Machine

WATER SYSTEM:  12 V galley, head, cockpit hand shower. Foot pump in galley with filtered water

SINK:  Stainless Steel with dedicated thru hull and seacock

MARINE SANITATION DEVICE: Raritan Lectrasan

COVERS & CUSHIONS

DODGER:  Sunbrella w/many new zippers. Eisenglass shows wear, but visability OK

WHEEL/TILLER COVER: Sail Bag type

COCKPIT:  Wood combing caps have Subrella covers

BIMINI:  Sunbrella w/removable sides and connection to dodger. water catch gutters

HATCHES:  two 20" x 20" offshore style. Re-built and re-coated around 2013. New lens

FULL COVERS:  Built for summer dry storage- low and light

MAINSAIL:  Sunbrella cover for main on boom

GENOA:  Sunbrella strip on luff and foot exposed when rolled up on furler

STAYSAIL:  Sunbrella sail bag stows sail and sheets while hanked on inner removable stay

BUG SCREENS:  Insertable for portlights & Velcroed on hatches

OUTBOARD COVER: Sunbrella- full cover