Designed by renowned French naval architect Finot and built by Italian manufacturer Comar from 1972 to 1980, this 25-foot sailboat represents a classic example of early 1970s European yacht design philosophy. With 236 hulls produced during its eight-year production run, the Comet 801 found a dedicated following among sailors seeking a capable coastal cruiser with respectable sailing performance. The boat's proportions reflect thoughtful design choices for its era. The moderate displacement of 4,409 pounds, combined with 1,543 pounds of ballast in a fin keel configuration, provides good stability while maintaining reasonable performance under sail. The masthead sloop rig carries 365 square feet of sail area, delivering a sail area-to-displacement ratio of 21.78 that suggests spirited sailing characteristics without being overly demanding. Built with fiberglass construction and featuring a fin keel with rudder mounted on a skeg, the Comet 801 offers reliable handling characteristics that inspire confidence in coastal waters. The comfort ratio of 18.66 indicates this boat favors performance over heavy-weather comfort, making it well-suited for day sailing and weekend coastal cruising rather than extended offshore passages. With a theoretical hull speed of 5.76 knots, owners can expect satisfying performance in moderate conditions while enjoying Finot's reputation for creating seaworthy, well-balanced designs.
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What is the Comet 801's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Comet 801 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 21.78. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Comet 801's comfort ratio?
The Comet 801 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 18.66. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Comet 801 safe for offshore sailing?
The Comet 801 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.12. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Comet 801?
The theoretical hull speed of the Comet 801 is 5.76 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Comet 801 weigh?
The Comet 801 has a displacement of 4,409.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 25.20 ft.
Who designed the Comet 801?
The Comet 801 was designed by Finot, first built in 1972.