Designed for speed and built to race, the Santa Cruz 70 earned a legendary reputation in offshore sailing during the 1980s and remains one of the most celebrated American racing yachts ever produced. Conceived by Bill Lee, the same designer behind the iconic Santa Cruz 50, this sleek sled-style racer was engineered to take full advantage of downwind conditions, particularly the long Pacific swells encountered on passages like the Transpac race from Los Angeles to Honolulu. Known for pushing the boundaries of what was possible in monohull performance at the time, the Santa Cruz 70 became synonymous with record-breaking passages and an aggressive, exhilarating sailing style. Its lightweight construction and powerful sail plan reward experienced crews who know how to harness its potential, making it far better suited for competitive offshore racing than casual coastal cruising. Prospective buyers should approach ownership with an understanding that this is a thoroughbred racing machine requiring skilled handling and committed maintenance. For those with the experience and ambition to match, few boats of its era offer a comparable thrill on the water.
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