Sage

Manufacturer

BALANCE
Model

442
Year Built

2022
Length

44.29 ft (13.50 m)
Price

$1,095,000

23° 54’ 37” N, 17° 10’ 46” E

OWNER OPERATING MADE EASY

Welcome aboard the stunning Balance 422 Sage

As the best-priced 442 on the market today, SAGE represents unbeatable value for buyers seeking a performance cruising catamaran without compromise. She is fully debugged and ready to sail.

SAGE features a custom green topside paint, a brand new (June 1st 2025) black Ullman mainsail (Obsidian Fabric), and a dual Integrel system that powers her lithium house bank—making her exceptionally self-sufficient.

Her layout includes a full owner’s hull to starboard, two guest cabins to port, and the renowned VersaHelm™ system for seamless dual-position sailing in all weather. This agile multitasker is the ideal performance cruiser for island hoppers, yet fully capable of trans-oceanic adventure travel for live-aboard cruisers.

As a certified listing under the Balance Factory Supported Pre-Owned Program, SAGE offers the next owner exceptional post-sale benefits that set it apart from the competition.

PRICE

$1,095,000
CURRENT LOCATION

HAYES, VIRGINIA, US
BUILDER

BALANCE CATAMARANS CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
MODEL

BALANCE 442
HULL NUMBER

#02
LAUNCHED

JULY 2020
FLAG

USA | BERKELEY US (DUTY PAID)
NAVAL ARCHITECT

ANTON DU TOIT & PHIL BURMAN
HULL COLOR

GREEN
SUPERSTRUCTURE COLOR
LENGTH

44.29 ft (13.50 m)
BEAM

24.93 ft (7.6 m)
DISPLACEMENT

26,014 lbs (11,800 kg)
SPAR/MANUFACTURER

SPARCRAFT ALUMINIUM MAST
SAIL WARDROBE

ULMAN SAILS (NEW UNUSED MAINSAIL 2025)
DRAFT MAX

6.9 ft (2.06m)
DRAFT MIN

4.0 ft (1.30 m)
ENGINE

DIESEL YANMAR 3JH40

56° 12’ 37” N, 14° 13’ 46” E

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CONSTRUCTION

LAYOUT

AFT COCKPIT

Large aft cockpit customized for family and entertaining with multiple seating areas and excellent access to the ‘sugar scoops’.
SALOON

The Balance 442’s saloon/aft cockpit is designed for seamless indoor/outdoor living, with vertical sliding doors that open wide to connect the aft cockpit and interior space. To port, a large, comfortable U-shaped settee invites relaxation and dining. The convertible table serves as a dining area or coffee table, or lowers to create a generous daybed. Expansive wraparound windows provide 360-degree visibility and abundant natural light, delivering an open, airy ambiance ideal for both passage making and relaxing as a couple or with family and friends.
GALLEY

To starboard, the Balance 442 features a well-appointed U-shaped galley equipped with all the modern amenities needed for liveaboard cruising. Thoughtfully designed, it includes high-end appliances, ample storage, and a self-draining custom dish rack. The layout offers excellent ergonomics, whether underway or at anchor, making meal prep a pleasure in any conditions.
STARBOARD OWNERS HULL

The owner's hull is situated to starboard and offers a spacious, private retreat. A large thwartship-mounted queen berth is positioned forward with excellent natural light and ventilation. Generous storage includes full-height hanging lockers, deep cupboards, and under-bed drawers. Forward access leads to the bow compartment, ideal for use as a storage area, workshop, or utility space. Aft, the en-suite features a large shower and head, creating a well-balanced layout for extended cruising comfort.
VIP CABIN

Located forward in the port hull, the VIP cabin features a generously sized queen berth mounted thwart ship, mirroring the comfort and layout of the owner’s suite. Ample storage is provided through hanging lockers, shelving, and under-bed compartments. With thoughtful design, natural light, and premium finishes, the space offers a bright and welcoming environment for guests.
AFT GUEST CABIN

Situated aft in the port hull, this double cabin offers a comfortable berth with excellent light and ventilation. Well-suited for guests or additional crew, it includes practical storage and clean, modern finishes that match the overall interior styling.
HELM

The Balance 442 features the renowned VersaHelm™—an innovative dual-position helm system that offers the best of both worlds. In fair weather, steer from the elevated outboard helm for the ultimate sailing experience and direct line-of-sight to the sails. When conditions turn, simply rotate the helm inboard to a protected steering station with full 360-degree visibility. Both helm positions are equipped with navigation displays, and there is full access to throttle controls and all necessary instrumentation, ensuring safe and confident operation in any conditions.

SLEEPING

INTERIOR CABINTARY AND JOINERY

EXTERIOR PAINT

APPENDAGES & BEARINGS

SAILS

STANDING RIGGING

RUNNING RIGGING

Spars

MAST

Sparcraft single spreader aluminium mast (natural finish)
Harken mast track and car system
Karver squaretop hook system
(3) reef points
(1) aft facing integral aluminium step
(2) down facing spreader lights
Navigation lights
(1) Raymarine radar with protection guards
(1) Antal 32.130 J2 tensioner car with lock system
(1) Raymarine wind MHU
(1) wind indicator
(3) sheaves for:
• jib sheet
• boom topping lift
• main halyard
Spare sheave
Integrated bottom end mast turning blocks
Harken 75 Black Magic floating blocks for mainsheet and halyards
MAST JAMMER

XXO812 Spinlock jammers (port)
Screecher halyard
Spinnaker halyard
BOOM

Aluminium boom with aluminium hayrack
(3) clew reef points
(1) lashed outhaul to padeye
Lazy jacks (terminated at mast base on horn cleat)
Cradle system and custom sail bag with oversized zipper
(4) Harken 75 Black Magic blocks
(2) Harken 100 Black Magic blocks with covered loops
LONGERON

Aluminium longeron and crossbeam painted white
Stainless wire martingale
Rocna 33 with 50 m of galvanised anchor chain
8-plait bridle with Mantus chain hook
Mantus mooring hook that can be swapped in

Deck Gear & Layout

HELM & COCKPIT

Harken 46.2 Two-Speed Electric Winches (3)
Main Halyard, Topping Lift & Jib Sheet
Mainsheet, Reef 2&3, Cunningham/Reef Downline
Mainsheet & Reef 1
Harken Winch Buttons (6): Located at your feet
Spinlock Turning Block Organizers (3)
Spinlock XX0812 Clutches (7):
Jib Sheet
Boom Topping Lift
Main Halyard
Starboard Main Sheet
Reef Down Line/Cunningham
1st Reef
2nd Reef
3rd Reef
Port Main Sheet
Helm & Navigation
Helm Seat (1): Includes cushion
Footrest
Dyneema Safety Strop: With stainless Wichard clip to padeye
Canvas Sun Protection Bimini (1)
Electronics & Displays
Raymarine Axiom 12 Multi-Functional Display (1)
Autopilot Control Head (Sail)
i70s Multifunction Color Displays (2)
Dual Electric VC20 Throttle Control (1): Accessible from upper & lower helm
Maxwell AA570 Anchor Control Display & Chain Counter (1): Accessible from upper & lower helm
AFT BEAM

Dinghy Davits (2)
Harken 648 17-4 Mainsheet Padeyes (2)
Centerline 648 17-4 Mainsheet Bridle Transfer Padeye (1)
Custom Carbon Chafe Pads: Finished with clearcoat
DECK

(3) Harken 46.2 (Upper Helm)
(3) Harken 40.2 Winches in total (2x Aft & 1x Mastbase)
(2) Harken 648 17-4 Mainsheet Padeyes
(9) Alloy Mooring Cleats (7x330mm 2x260mm)
(6) Lewmar Aluminium Deck Hatches
(8) Harken Padeyes
(4) Daggerboard Up/Down Fairleads
(4) Wichard Folding Padeyes
(2) Maxwell Anchor Windlass Deck Winch Buttons
(2) Diesel Deck Fills
(1) Water Deck Fill
(2) Waste Removal Aft Transom
(6) Black Anodized Aluminium Stanchions with Dyneema Double Line Guard Rail
(2) Bainbridge ‘Supertramp’ Polyester 30x30 Mesh
AFT COCKPIT

The triple-person 'love seat' is centrally located and faces forward, with ample storage underneath. To the port side, facing forward, there's an outdoor adjustable table with dual 1/4 leaves, accommodating up to 8 people. This table can also be lowered to create a daybed.

On the port side of the seating area, looking outboard, you'll find a long daybed that provides easy access to the side decks. On the starboard side of the cockpit, there's a double seat that faces aft and includes storage underneath. Facing forward from this seat is the inboard helm, designed for comfortable steering in the 'Versa Down' position.

From the lower helm seat, you can access the engine controls. The cockpit roof offers storage for toys and fishing rods.
Outdoor Lights
(2) Board Holders in the Roof with tie-downs
Full Cockpit Enclosure
(2) Harken Size 40.2 Winches for:
Dinghy Lift
J2 Furl
Spinnaker and Zero Sheets
(1) Outdoor Transom Shower (hot/cold)
(1) Fold Away Swim Ladder with sockets for the starboard transom
Deck Wash located on the transom (fresh or saltwater)
White Nonskid Flooring
LOWER HELM

Axiom 12 Pro-S, Hybrid Touch 12" Multi-Function Display
(2) i70s Displays
P70 Autopilot Control
(2) Yanmar Digital Engine Controls
Start Battery Cross Connect

Steering

Capacities

Systems

PROPULSION

(2) Yanmar 3 JH40 water-cooled 4-cylinder diesel engines
Port Engine Hours: 1100 (as of April 25)
Starboard Engine Hours: 1100 (as of April 25)
Drive Type: Sail Drive SD60 with 3-blade folding props
(2) Dual Racor fuel filters with pressure gauges
Fuel transfer pump connected to Racors in the engine room
(2) 12v AGM engine start batteries
(1) VC20 electronic throttles
HOUSE ENERGY

(2) Dual 12kW Integrel charging systems
(4) 200 Ah Victron Li-Ion batteries @ 24v, wired in series to 48v (located under cushions in the main saloon)
(1) Victron Quattro 5000W 48/120 inverter charger
(1) Victron Multiplus 5000W/230v inverter charger
Dual shore power
Shore power cable: 20m 32A Marinco with easy lock system
Starboard transom step with US dock side plug
(2) Dual Balmar 604-24-70 (70A) alternators
The entire boat runs off inverters, including the Samsung washing machine.
AIR CONDITIONING

(3) Frigomar reverse cycle air conditioning units: 10,000 BTU in each cabin
(1) Frigomar reverse cycle air conditioning unit in saloon: 16,000 BTU
NAVIGATION

Axiom 12 Pro-S, HybridTouch 12" Multi-Function Display
i70s System Pack (i70s colour instrument & wind, DST txducers, iTC-5, 3m backbone, 5 way connector, STNG power cable)
i70s Multifunction Colour Display
DST810 0° through hull depth / speed / temperature 5hz smart transducer with trim & heel and Bluetooth wireless
Evolution autopilot with P70s control head & ACU-400, EV1 sensor core, EV1 cabling kit (suitable for type 2 & 3 drives)
Ray63 VHF radio (optional 2nd handset) with integrated GPS receiver
Ray 63/73/90/91 RayMic 10m extension cable
Ray 63/73/90/91 RayMic handset (without cable)
AIS700 Class B transceiver with integrated splitter
Quantum Q24D Doppler 18" Radar
ELECTRICAL BREAKER PANEL

Dedicated electrical cupboard located on the starboard owner's walk through housing:
AC/DC breaker panels
MISC

Starlink Flatpanel HP
Samsung washer/dryer 230V
AUTOPILOT

Raymarine Evolution autopilot with P70s control head & ACU-400, EV1 sensor core
Raymarine Type 2 -12V long shaft linear drive
CAMERAS

(2) x CAM220 Eyeball CCTV day and night video camera (IP connected)
SOLAR

(4) 400W Sunware solar panels (1600W) each with its own dedicated MPT
WATERMAKER

Spectra Cape Horn Extreme Watermaker 24V VDC 54 LPH with Z-ion Protection System 29 KGS/65 LBS
WINDLASS

Maxwell windlass HRC10
Foot switches on foredeck and switch and chain counter at helm for windlass Maxwell AA560
MAIN ANCHOR & CHAIN

Rocna 33 with 50m of 10mm chain
SECONDARY ANCHOR

Fortress FX37 secondary anchor, 9.5kg with 3m of 10mm chain and 90m of 16mm rope
CANVAS

Fully enclosed lower cockpit canvas & flexible Lexan and Strataglass side panels at helm (to form enclosed lower cockpit)
Cockpit enclosure - grey mesh with roll-up plastic glass.
WATER:

(2) Whale grey water sump boxes
(2) Quick Nautic 30-liter B3 (B33012S) water heaters
Hot and cold pressure water system in each hull (vice versa supply)
Hot and cold pressure shower in starboard transom
Fresh or salt water wash downs for decks, anchor rode, and windlass.
Starboard transom direct fresh water connect
BILGE

(6) Whale Orca 1300 24v bilge pumps for:
Port main bilge
Port engine room bilge
Fwd & mid starboard main bilge
Fwd & mid starboard engine room bilge

Safety

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Spike Abram

Founder & Multihull Specialist

Feel free to contact your broker Spike Abram for all the yacht’s details

Contact broker

Office

Newport, Rhode Island, United States,

Email

spike@rapideyachtgroup.com

Phone

+1 203 274-0927

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