1985 Catalina 36 Tall Rig "Wave Walker"" For Sale

1985 Catalina 36 Tall Rig "Wave Walker"

Summary

1985 catalina 36 tall rig - wave walker

The 1985 Catalina 36 Tall Rig is one of the most successful production cruising sailboats ever built. Designed by Frank Butler and introduced by Catalina Yachts in 1982, the Catalina 36 quickly became a benchmark for affordable, comfortable coastal cruising.

The Tall Rig version offers increased sail area and improved light-air performance, a highly desirable configuration for Chesapeake Bay sailing.

Wave Walker is powered by a Yanmar 3JH3E diesel engine and represents an exceptional opportunity to own a proven cruiser at an attractive price point.

Condition: We would recommend varnish or teak oil on exterior teak to make this boat shine.

Atlantic Yacht & Ship, Inc. is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Veteran Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

If you are looking at yachts for sale, thinking about selling your yacht or need service for your yacht, it is always wise to have an experienced broker from Atlantic Yacht and Ship to represent your interests.

Vessel Overview

1985 Catalina 36 TR (Tall Rig)
Well-maintained and well-equipped for coastal cruising
Tall rig for improved light-air sailing performance

Engine & Mechanical

2002 Yanmar diesel engine
40 HP
Racor fuel filter
Cruising speed: ~5.5 knots at 2500 RPM
Top speed: ~7.5 knots at 3800 RPM
Electric bilge pump
Manual bilge pump
Washdown pump

Navigation & Electronics

Depth sounder
Knot meter (speed)
Wind speed and direction indicator
Compass
Garmin 4212 chart plotter
Garmin HD radar
Radar overlay capability on chart plotter
Raymarine ACU-100 autopilot

Sails & Rigging

Tall Rig Masthead Sloop configuration
Aluminum spar
Deck-stepped mast
Stainless standing rigging
Fully battened mainsail
New furling genoa
Older spare genoa
Spinnaker pole
Spinnaker rigging and control winches
Four self-tailing winches
Two genoa winches
Two cabin-top winches
Additional winch at the gooseneck

Accommodations & Interior

Over 6 feet of cabin headroom
Two private cabins
Three double berths
One single berth
Enclosed marine head with:
Standing headroom
Shower
Spacious galley
U-shaped settee with drop-down table (port side)
Navigation station (starboard side)
Additional seating with second drop-down table (starboard side)
Abundant storage throughout, from aft cabin to V-berth

Tankage

Fresh water: 75 gallons
Fuel: 32 gallons
Holding tank: 19 gallons

Ground Tackle

35-lb plow anchor
10-lb Fortress anchor
Two 150-foot anchor rodes
20 feet of chain

Tall Rig advantage:

Improved light-air performance
Better Chesapeake Bay summer sailing
Competitive PHRF rating typically around 144–150 (region dependent)

Polar Overview (approximate):

6 knots true wind: 4.2–4.5 knots boat speed
10 knots: 5.5–6.0 knots
15 knots: 6.2–6.8 knots

The Tall Rig version is noticeably livelier in sub-10 knot conditions.

Catalina Yachts built over 2,300 Catalina 36s, making it one of the most successful 36-foot sailboats ever produced. Owners value:
Strong resale value
Simple systems
Excellent sailing characteristics
Active owner association support
Wide parts availability
The Catalina 36 National Sailing Association remains highly active, contributing to the model’s enduring popularity.

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