Designed by William Tripp and built by Columbia Yachts for just two years in the mid-1970s, this 32-footer represents a classic example of 1970s cruising yacht design. With only 80 hulls produced between 1975 and 1976, the Columbia 32 has become a relatively rare find in today's used boat market. The boat's proportions reveal a design optimized for comfortable coastal cruising and moderate offshore passages. Her fin keel with rudder on skeg configuration provides good directional stability while maintaining reasonable maneuverability in tight quarters. The masthead sloop rig delivers respectable sail area for her displacement, making her capable of moving well in light to moderate conditions. At nearly 9,500 pounds displacement with over 4,000 pounds of ballast, this fiberglass yacht offers the substantial feel that many cruising sailors appreciate. Her comfort ratio of 25.84 suggests motion that's quite manageable for extended passages, while the capsize screening value of 1.8 indicates reasonable stability characteristics for coastal and offshore work. The Columbia 32's hull speed of 6.9 knots reflects her cruising nature rather than racing aspirations. Her beam and draft combination provides good interior volume while maintaining reasonable marina compatibility, making her well-suited for sailors seeking a capable weekend cruiser or small liveaboard platform.
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What is the Columbia 32's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Columbia 32 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.5. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Columbia 32's comfort ratio?
The Columbia 32 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 25.84. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Columbia 32 safe for offshore sailing?
The Columbia 32 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.8. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Columbia 32?
The theoretical hull speed of the Columbia 32 is 6.90 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Columbia 32 weigh?
The Columbia 32 has a displacement of 9,450.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 32.08 ft.
How much does a used Columbia 32 cost?
Based on 1 recent market listings, used Columbia 32 sailboats typically sell for between $5,000 and $5,000, with a median asking price of $5,000. Price varies significantly based on year, condition, location, and included equipment.
Who designed the Columbia 32?
The Columbia 32 was designed by William Tripp, first built in 1975.