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22.05.2021 3:07:15
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By definition, this rig would probably be called a ketch but the sail plan is that of a yawl. The distinction between yawl and ketch is based on the mast position in relation to the rudder stock; this is the formal definition. But considering the sail plan proportions of this particular design, with its smallish mizzen set far aft, I have chosen to call her a yawl. [links]
Provided, again, that she is designed to make efficient use of her size. here
Cruising life is changing. I guess most people think of cruising as heading for another shore, exploring new anchorages. But cruising could just as well mean day sailing to a familiar port, visiting a nice restaurant, meeting friends. And while many crews consist of a couple, most will also want to invite friends or children to join them for a week or two. And, even with only two on board, most people will want some basic comfort, and stay in contact with the world beyond.
The cost of a boat will be a function of its weight. But the cost of building a one-off will also be a function of its surface areas, as all surfaces are finished by hand. Comparing, for example, a 30 ft one-off with a 39 ft., the bigger boat will have 70 % more surface to finish but she will offer 110% more space. For a one-off, the slightly bigger boat, not too heavy, is more cost-efficient. more
The mizzen mast is unstayed, the mizzen is tiny and contributes nothing on the wind. On the other hand, it is not really in the way either. On a reach, it gives a little extra push, especially with the staysail set. When anchoring or approaching a mooring, it keeps the bow into the wind, even at zero speed. And in a sudden blow, one can romp along under a deep-reefed jib + mizzen. [links]
Have you ever wondered why many classic bluewater sailboats are double enders? Is there something inherent in the double ender design that makes them particularly well suited for offshore work? Or maybe you're like me and simply find them to be irresistibly good looking and aspire to own one regardless of the design's intended function. I'm pleased to welcome a very special guest blogger to SailFarLiveFree.com. Bob Perry , one of the world's foremost yacht designers and a double ender aficionado, has graciously agreed to share his thoughts on my blog. For more of Bob's writing, try Yacht Design According to Perry . What follows are Bob's words. [links]
I was lucky as a kid in that I became aware of Bill Garden’s design early on. Bill did some great double enders. Some were based on the Colin Archer style and some in Bill’s unique way were straight from Mars. Walking the docks one day at Shilshole Bay Marina I was stopped dead in my tracks by a long, skinny, light green boat that looked like no other boat in the marina. I knew I was looking at a very special boat but I had no idea what it was. It was OCEANUS, Bill’s own boat. In time I would get to crew on OCEANUS for local races. I loved that boat. I also learned about and studied the double enders of William Atkin. His ERIC was a favorite of mine. One of the very first boats I drew hull lines for was a 32’ double ender I called BUDDY after Bud Stantorf, the man who really taught me how to sail. He died when I was 16. The Albert Strange canoe yawls remain some of my all time favorites. here
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I contributed to a Cruisers Forum thread the other day. The fellow asked for a list of heavy displacement sailboat under 40 that are not double enders. That made me think: What are the double enders? The below list consists of ten double ended, aft cockpit sailboats. In the 1970’s, a canoe stern was standard on serious cruising sailboats popularized by the Westsail 32. In compiling my list, I tried to avoid many of the character type, teak laden, full keeled double enders. A canoe stern was mostly paired with a full keel until the design just completely went out of style. Even Valiant Yachts has gone out of business in 2011, so I cannot name a canoe stern maker in current production.
A double ender does still stir that dream of cruising to far off places. For a single sailor or couple, some of these yachts are excellent options. Others offer terrible performance but offshore security. A few are too unrealistically built for the lower latitudes because of high maintenance teak exteriors. Some have aft cabins while others have only a single cabin forward. A good portion are Robert Perry designs, the master of canoe sterns. I have kept to a price range of $100,000 to $200,000 with lengths between 36 and 41 feet. Please comment below with any suggested additions or subtractions. I have listed the sailboats in alphabetical order of brand name.
For detailed reviews of most of these yachts and more, please see Bluewater Boats. more