MOONLIGHT | Alerion | Express 28

About

Alerion 28 “Moonlight” For Sale – Premium Daysailer with Trailer

“Moonlight” is an exceptional, freshwater-kept example of the highly regarded Carl Schumacher-designed Alerion 28. Combining timeless classic elegance with modern short-handed sailing simplicity, her graceful lines and nimble performance make her an absolute joy to sail single-handed or with guests.

This vessel is exceptionally well-equipped, meticulously maintained, and features rare upgrades like a Leisure Furl boom and an electric halyard winch for effortless mainsail management.

Key Investment Highlights & Recent Updates

• Location: Wilmette, Illinois (Available for convenient viewings)

• Storage History: Always stored in a heated indoor facility during the off-season.

• Water History: 100% Freshwater use since 2019.

• Hull Finish: Full exterior ceramic coating applied in 2024 over a striking Flag Blue hull.

• Repower: Brand new Yanmar Saildrive installed in 2023.

• Mainsail System: Upgraded Leisure Furl boom paired with a new electric halyard winch (2022).

• Transport: Includes a premium Triad trailer for easy transport and storage.

Detailed Specifications & Equipment

Rigging, Sails & Effortless Sail Handling

Designed for true single-handed operation, all control lines lead directly aft to a large, comfortable cockpit.

• Mainsail System: Leisure Furl boom with a North Sails Dacron mainsail. (Original boom and Hall Quick Vang are available and included).

• Jib System: Hoyt Jib Boom with Harken roller furling for the 95% self-tacking North Sails Dacron jib.

• Winches: Two Lewmar self-tailing cabin top winches, including a new electric halyard winch (2022).

• Mainsheet Control: Harken mainsheet led to a 4:1 traveler system on the aft deck, with a cam base mounted on a cockpit barney post.

• Backstay: Adjustable (8:1) backstay run below deck with controls leading to the cockpit.

Mechanical & Electrical Systems

• Engine: Upgraded 2023 Yanmar 14 HP 2-cylinder Diesel Saildrive for turnkey reliability.

• Electronics: Upgraded Garmin electronics suite and integrated Fusion stereo system (2019).

• Battery System: 12VDC system built to A.B.Y.C. standards featuring (2) 12-volt starting batteries, a Guest battery switch, and a solar battery charger.

• Lightning Protection: Mast and chainplates are fully grounded to the keel per A.B.Y.C. safety standards.

Hull & Deck Construction

Built with precision using high-end composites for a stiff, fast, and safe ride.

• Hull/Deck Material: SCRIMP resin-infused GRP sandwich construction with an end-grain balsa core and vinyl ester resin gelcoat.

• Aesthetics: Gorgeous Flag Blue hull, white deck with molded smoke-white non-skid, and a full-length, highly varnished teak toe rail.

• Keel & Rudder: Fin keel with an integral antimony-alloyed lead bulb for a low center of gravity; balanced GRP spade rudder with a low-drag profile.

• Steering: Laminated teak tiller with extension.

Comfort, Interior & Day-Cruising Amenities

Below deck, the warm, varnished teak-trimmed interior offers cozy accommodations for weekend overnights.

• Accommodations: 3″ urethane foam cushions, teak and holly cabin sole, and custom teak companionway screens.

• Galley/Convenience: 38-quart icebox integrated into the companionway step with a custom teak and holly lid.

• Sanitation: Marine head with privacy.

• Hardware & Ventilation: Lewmar deck hatch (19″x19″) with smoke tint, (4) fixed elliptical Bomar portlights, and a teak/Lexan companionway slider.

• Convenience Features: Custom swim ladder and an easy self-draining cockpit.

Broker’s Recommendation: It is rare to find an Alerion 28 that combines freshwater history, heated indoor winter storage, a trailer, ceramic coating, and an electric-mainsail furling system. “Moonlight” comes with our highest recommendation. Contact us today to schedule a private showing.

Not all boats listed online are listed with Wellington Yacht Partners, but we can work on your behalf. For more information on this vessel or to schedule a showing, please contact Wellington Yacht Partners by calling our office at (401) 683-6070.

MOONLIGHT | Alerion | Express 28

$96,500

Wilmette, IL, US