We are pleased to announce the sale of a true cruiser’s dream — the 2008 Mainship 34′ (10.36 m) Mainship 34 Trawler, sold by Ryan Gessel who represented the buyers. This well-loved vessel is already on its way with its new owners to its new home cruising Lake Champlain.
Why This Trawler Was Special
From the moment she listed, this Mainship 34 stood out as one of the most ICW- and Great Loop-friendly boats on the market:
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Powered by a reliable Yanmar 6LY3-UTP 380 HP diesel engine with just ~1,689 hours — ideal balance of power and efficiency.
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Comes equipped with bow & stern thrusters, a big plus for tight docking situations common on the Loop and in smaller ICW marinas.
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Upgrades galore: new AC in salon (16K BTU), upgraded vitifrigo fridge/freezer drawers in the galley, new cockpit carpet & flybridge bimini & enclosure, LED interior lighting, etc. These made her turn-key, comfortable and modern without losing trawler character.
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Generous fuel capacity (250 gal) and moderate draft (~3′4″) — important for cruising shallow segments of ICW and many Great Loop routes.
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Bridge clearance, hinged mast, full enclosures, and other features that make her manageable under bridges and in varying weather. Excellent for long, mixed waterways and coastal cruising.
Sale Details
We took this boat in on trade, and within just two weeks of listing it, we had serious buyers eager to schedule showings, ultimately the buyers deciding to go to contract sight unseen after a detailed walkthrough with broker Ryan Gessel. The listing made it clear exactly what they were getting — a turn-key, ICW / Loop-ready trawler with proud ownership history. The price and terms are private, but safe to say this yacht was in hot demand from serious cruising enthusiasts.
For The Next Owner: Great Loop & ICW Cruising
For anyone looking to do the Great Loop or extended ICW cruising, this Mainship 34 checked many of the boxes:
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Shallow draft to safely navigate many inland rivers and shallow Intracoastal zones.
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Good fuel range for long legs between services, marinas, or fuel stops.
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Reliability: diesel engine, recent 1,000-hour service, solid mechanical package.
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Comfort for live-aboard or extended cruising: AC, updated galley, upgraded enclosure and canvas work for protection, etc.
Congratulations & Fair Winds Ahead
Congrats to the new owner — may she serve you well on calm estuaries, river bends, coastal passages, and beyond. If you’re considering buying or selling a trawler, or want a vessel that can handle the Great Loop, the ICW, or extended cruising, reach out. We have more listings coming that deliver on function, comfort, and cruising-capability.
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