The only words Illingworth spends about this sailboat are the following: "...at the time of writing one offshore yacht to our design comes off the line about every four days; either the Alpa "11", the Alpa 9 or the Alpa 8; to Class III, IV and V respectively."
Produced from 1967 to 1971 by Cantieri Alpa, it's a 1966-67 design. A '30 foot sloop rigged with 5 berths. I own this sailboat since 11 years and it's really a joy to sail.
The underbody resembles the Gipsy Moth IV, full keed very sturdy.
It's a sailboat designed for Med cruising in mind: an ample cockpit, well areated, big sail surface.
Going to winward with this boat it's really a pleasure; it heels until 15-20°, puts the rail in the water, and then stops it. Great fun...
Going to winward with this boat it's really a pleasure; it heels until 15-20°, puts the rail in the water, and then stops it. Great fun...
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Tengo la suerte de poseer un ALPA A9 desde hace 2 años, el Panga. Realmente un buen barco, para quien le guste la navegación y disfrutar con ella
Hi! I just bought a Alpa 9, built in 1968 and her name is STENELLA I'm based in Viareggio.
I will go for a refit during the enxt yearto bring her back to original.
Any one who has information about this vessel is welcome.
Rehards
Alex Mazzoni
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