Built in the Almaz yard, this Blue Water and Explorer yacht is based on the Ricochet 16.50. Fitted out in Switzerland by her first owner, she is exceptional in layout and equipment for self-reliant sailing. With an extensive workshop area, insulation from hot or cold, plentiful storage and an easily handled rig she is an ideal companion for longer stays away.Nina Soraya has been used extensively in the Atlantic & Baltic areas where she excels at high latitude sailing. Initially coded to 'Cat 2' by the present owners she was then not used commercially and consequently the coding has been allowed to expire in October 2024.For the longer distance sailor, or those looking to create charter services, Nina Soraya would be in her element, her comfort and practicality make her a great choice. She is extremely self-sufficient with her solar panels, large battery banks, wind generation and water maker. A big boat that moves well with her extended sail plan and Volvo Penta 120hp engine matched to a Bruntons feathering auto prop.She offers many of the attributes of Garcia, Boreal, Alu Marine, Cigale and Bestevaer yachts.Owned currently by an Engineer/Adventurer, her systems and engine have been maintained accordingly with frequent services and engine oil changes. She is fully ready and prepared to voyage practically anywhere.Deck: 40kg Lewmar Epsilon stainless steel anchor plus 100m 12mm stainless steel chainLofrans 2200W windlass with capstanSuperwind 350 Wind generator600w solar panels with regulator2 x Antal W70 primary winches, 2 x Antal W52 secondary winches, 4 x Antal halyard winches, 2 x Lewmar davit winchesHalf cockpit bimini coverFull cockpit cover for winter storageFolding Steering wheelVetus Bow thruster4-man liferaft (requiring service)3.8m RIB by separate negotiationFolding pasarelleCabin: The spacious interior has been thoughtfully designed for extended offshore cruising, offering comfortable accommodation for up to eight people. A raised pilothouse provides excellent all-weather visibility from the inside helm position, creating a warm, protected watchkeeping area that is ideal for passagemaking.Forward of the accommodation is a dedicated workshop with extensive storage, providing invaluable space for maintenance, spare parts and expedition equipment. Ahead of this is a large foc'sle offering additional storage for sails, fenders and ground tackle, with a watertight bulkhead separating it from the living accommodation for added safety.The forward accommodation comprises a generous starboard double cabin with a hanging locker and shelving for storage. Opposite, to port, is the forward heads compartment featuring an electric toilet, wash basin, heated towel rail and separate shower enclosure with pressurised hot and cold water.Stepping up into the wheelhouse, the inside helm position is located to starboard alongside a dedicated chart table, electrical distribution panel, navigation equipment and chart stowage. Opposite is a comfortable settee providing a sheltered seating area for guests, while numerous lockers and drawers offer excellent storage throughout.Descending into the aft guest accommodation, a spacious double cabin is situated to port with generous hanging lockers and storage. Opposite, to starboard, is the day heads and utility room, equipped with an electric toilet, wash basin, shower, washing machine, tumble dryer and the Webasto hydronic diesel heating system, all served by a pressurised hot and cold water supply.The main saloon provides a welcoming social space, centred around a comfortable U-shaped dinette with updated upholstery surrounding an adjustable teak table. The adjacent linear galley is exceptionally well equipped for extended cruising, featuring a Wallas diesel-fired cooker with oven, refrigerator, freezer and extensive storage throughout.Occupying the full beam aft is the impressive owner's cabin, offering a generous double berth to port together with large hanging lockers, drawers and abundant storage. To starboard is the private en-suite heads compartment with an electric toilet, wash basin and separate shower, again supplied with pressurised hot and cold water.EXTRAS:Carbon filter on galley tapInsulated pipework throughout - SpeedfitPumped grey water system215 l black water tank with pump & deck pump out150 litre calorifier, heated by main engine, Webasto or 1kW electric elementWebasto Thermo Pro-90 - radiators or blowers in each cabinWallas 85D stove with heater lidWater maker Katadyn 80-ESails and Spars: Set One – North Sails Hydra Net Genoa and Suffolk Sails Mainsail & Mizzern (Fully Battened) with maximum roach (2018)Set Two - Lee Sails - Dacron Cruising SailsLazy jacks / stack pack for main & mizzenTrysailAll welded Spars throughout in AluminiumTides marine track on mizzen, Ronstan cars on mainFurling Cutter KetchProfurl 320 & 430 furlersTwin line reefing / slab reefed main sail - 3 reefsSlab reefing mizzen sail - 2 reefs2 x Asymmetric SpinnakersAluminium spinnaker / whistler poleSelf-tacking staysailMain sheet track on arch above cockpitHeavily rigged with redundancy throughoutRig checked annually by owner and dye penetration check every few yearsElectrical and Electronics: ELECTRONICS:Raymarine E80 chartplotter at helm position and in pilot houseRaymarine ST60 log, echosounder, wind & autopilot at helm positionAutopilot in pilot houseRaymarine 4kW HD digital radarELECTRONICS:Lifeline AGM 24v Batteries (1 x 255 Ah bank forward, 1 x 510Ah aft)Engine start 12v battery plus backup batteryHi capacity 150 amp 24v alternator, plus 50 amp 12v alternator24V circuit with 240v shore powerLithium compatible systems (upon small upgrade)2 x Mastervolt 24v Chargers1 x Mastervolt 12v Charger2 x Mastervolt 24 - 12v Converters1 x Mastervolt 1500 watt InverterPhilippi battery management systemRaymarine fishfinderRaymarine 240 VHFDigital Yacht Class B AIS with wifi bridgeInmarsat Thrane & Thrane fleet broadband 250Starlink mount for dishSSB antenna on backstayICOM IC-M802 plus Pactor modemMachinery: Volvo Penta TAMD31 120 hp (88kW)Dual Racor primary filter system, with vacuum gaugeIndirect coolingAquadrive, hydraulic gearboxBruntons AutopropCruising speed 8kts at 1,900 rpm, approx 5.5 ltrs per hour2,500 NM range at 6 ktsMastervolt Whisper 3.5 GeneratorSafety Equipment: Waterproof collision bulkhead EPIRB SART 4-man liferaft (requires servicing) Smoke detectors Carbon monoxide detectors Manual bilge pump Electric bilge pumpsConstruction: All aluminium hull, coach-roof and deck (hull 8 mm, superstructure 6mm 5000 series plate)Displacement approx 24 tons, ballast 8 tons (lead)White painted aluminium deck, with Flexiteak in key areasSpray painted dark blue topsidesWaterproof bulkheadClass 1 ice rated hull100mm Insulation below waterline, 50-100 aboveFully toughened glass throughoutAluminium sheathed lead fin keel with spade rudderRadar archAquadrive to prop shaftBruntons feathering auto propHydraulic steering, with 2 hydraulic autopilot pumps (main & spare pre-plumbed) and emergency tiller