Owners and experts praise the Valiant 40 for its sailing characteristics and reliability offshore.
Offshore Capability: The boat was designed for world cruising and has been highly successful in long ocean races. It is capable of consistent 160-mile days on passage.
Handling: Reviewers note the cutter rig is well-balanced, making it manageable for single-handed sailing or a couple. The fin keel and skeg-hung rudder provide improved maneuverability compared to older full-keel designs.
Construction: The hull is solid, hand-laid fiberglass.
Interior: The interior layout was innovative for its time, featuring two private double cabins and a U-shaped galley that is secure for use while underway
Offshore Prowess: Owners report the boat is exceptionally predictable in the open ocean, with many noting its ability to comfortably maintain 160–165 mile days during passages.
Balance: The cutter rig is widely lauded for its balance; owners frequently mention they can steer with "one finger" or rely heavily on windvane steering like the Monitor Windvane.
Nov. 2024 Hull $25,000 in hull repair.
Village Wonder 6 GPG watermaker
Alpha Auto piliot.
Icom SSB radio w/backstay antennae.
Aug. 2025 AquaTraction-Installation Puget Sound Aqua Traction $2,000
2025 Outside teak finished
May 2024 Roller Furling- Puget Sound Composites
Nov. 2020 Replaced standing rigging by Bob Doyle
Aug. 2020 Seaworthy updated electrical
April 2020 New rub rail
2003 Webasto Heater
2000 Refit waterline and above.
Lighthouse 1501 motorized windlass with deck controls, all chain
Monitor Windvane
45lb Plow
Spare Danforth S-13 Anchor
Satellite ACR 406 EPIRB
Cockpit Dodger
Stainless Steel BBQ
TV
2000 Refit waterline and above.
Roller Furling
2 Solar Panels
Stainless steel, wrap around stern pulpit
Stainless portholes
Stainless latches
Stainless step in galley with butt strap
Stainless hand holds nav table and by head
Cabin lights, red and white
Lee cloths
3x stainless steel locking winch handles
