Ericson Sailboats Are Iconic California Cruisers

Ericson is a storied pioneer of fiberglass sailing yachts with California roots. From the company’s founding in Costa Mesa 1963, through the late 1980s, Ericson produced thousands of sailboats. Although a few Ericson boats were designed as pure racers or cruisers, most were ideal racer-cruisers designed by Bruce King. One of the King’s premier designs, the Ericson 30, was first produced in 1966. The E30 has classic hull and cabin lines, following the design criteria of the Cruising Club of America.

The hull of the E30 is solid fiberglass and the deck balsa-cored. The yacht’s high bow, sheer, and balanced overhangs are complemented by teak toerails. Wide side decks make it easy to move forward inside the shrouds. Below, the E30 offers plenty of headroom in a wood interior with bulkheads bonded to the hull. A one-piece fiberglass headliner brightens the cabin and provides structural support.

Although Ericson is no longer in business, the sheer number of E30s still sailing today confirm the company’s commitment to quality. And you can own a piece of California Ericson history today. California Yacht Sales in San Diego is proud to offer a classic 1984 Ericson 30’0” which has been upgraded and maintained by its experienced long-time owner. Offered at a fair price, the E30 sleeps two. Its interior woodwork with teak and holly sole is in excellent condition. The Universal M-18 of the model on hand, presently, was recently serviced and had 1087 hours as of June 2013.

The E30 set a high standard that Ericson maintained for more than 30 years through good times and bad. Combine that with the reputation for honesty and reliability California Yacht Sales has been building for 27 years and you have a tasty recipe for sweet Southern California sailing. If this fine example is sold when you are looking, ask us to find a used Ericson you one!