Rustler Rustler 36

Rustler 36 Sailboat – Winner of the Golden Globe Race 2018 – Ex-Matmut (Jean-Luc Van Den Heede)

For sale: a unique opportunity in the world of offshore racing. This Rustler 36, winner of the Golden Globe Race 2018 with the legendary Jean-Luc Van Den Heede (VDH) at the helm, is available on the market.

Formerly known as Matmut, this mythical sailboat made history by winning the most demanding solo, non-stop round-the-world race. Today, it is perfectly maintained, fully equipped, and ready to set off for the next Golden Globe Race, with new sails and complete preparation.

• Model: Rustler 36

• Naval Architect: Holman & Pye

• Overall Length: 10.77 m

• Beam: 3.35 m

• Draft: 1.68 m

• Displacement: approx. 7.5 tons

• Full keel – robust, seaworthy sailboat designed for offshore

• Winner of the Golden Globe Race 2018 with Jean-Luc Van Den Heede

• Legendary boat, known for its robustness, reliability, and ability to face the Southern seas

• Iconic sailboat, already entered into the history of ocean sailing

• New sails (mainsail, genoa, spinnaker, storm jib)

• Rigging checked and compliant with GGR requirements

• Simplified electronics (compliance with Golden Globe Race)

• Complete offshore safety equipment

• Functional interior layouts, suitable for long solo voyages

• Regular maintenance, boat ready to sail immediately

• A legendary racing sailboat, unique on the market

• Exceptional record: winner of the Golden Globe Race 2018

• Proven safety and reliability: designed for the Southern oceans and circumnavigations

• Ready to set off: new sails, complete equipment, boat prepared for long crossings

• A historic and heritage investment for sailing enthusiasts and collectors

This Rustler 36 ex-Matmut by Jean-Luc Van Den Heede, winner of the Golden Globe Race, is a rare sailboat ready to write a new chapter. Whether you are an experienced sailor or a fan of nautical legends, this is a unique opportunity to own a piece of history.