Ericson 34-2 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

The Ericson 34-2 represents a pivotal era in American boatbuilding, emerging as the refined successor to the brand's earlier IOR-influenced designs. Launched in 1987 and designed by the legendary Bruce King, this model was conceived as a true racer-cruiser that abandoned the "pinched" sterns of the 1970s in favor of balanced, modern proportions. It strikes a rare equilibrium, offering the performance characteristics necessary for competitive club racing alongside an interior volume that remains relevant for modern cruising families. The 34-2 was produced primarily by Ericson Yachts until the company’s 1990 bankruptcy, after which the molds were acquired by Pacific Seacraft. Under the new stewardship, the model was marketed as the Ericson 34-200, benefiting from the legendary build quality associated with the Pacific Seacraft name before eventually evolving into the Ericson 35-4.