Designed by Langan Design Partners and launched in 2016, this modern 30-footer represents Alerion Yachts' venture into sportier sailing territory while maintaining their reputation for elegant craftsmanship. The Sport 30 combines classic aesthetics with contemporary performance-oriented design, featuring a fin keel with spade rudder configuration and fractional sloop rig that delivers responsive handling and competitive speed. With a displacement of 6,424 pounds and sail area of 465 square feet, the boat strikes an appealing balance between stability and spirited performance. The generous beam of 8.75 feet provides comfortable cockpit space and good initial stability, while the 5-foot draft ensures solid upwind performance. Her sail area to displacement ratio of 21.6 indicates lively sailing characteristics, making her well-suited for both spirited daysailing and club racing. The comfortable cockpit and thoughtful layout make this boat equally at home on coastal cruises or competitive racing circuits. Her moderate displacement and well-balanced proportions suggest good manners in various conditions, while the quality fiberglass construction reflects Alerion's commitment to durability. For sailors seeking a responsive, well-built boat that can handle weekend getaways and Wednesday night races with equal competence, the Sport 30 offers an attractive package.
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What is the Alerion Sport 30's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Alerion Sport 30 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 21.6. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Alerion Sport 30's comfort ratio?
The Alerion Sport 30 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 21.14. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Alerion Sport 30 safe for offshore sailing?
The Alerion Sport 30 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.89. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Alerion Sport 30?
The theoretical hull speed of the Alerion Sport 30 is 6.62 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Alerion Sport 30 weigh?
The Alerion Sport 30 has a displacement of 6,424.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 30.08 ft.
Who designed the Alerion Sport 30?
The Alerion Sport 30 was designed by Langan Design Partners (Usa), first built in 2016.