Designed by the prestigious Sparkman & Stephens naval architecture firm, this classic 24-footer represents solid craftsmanship from the golden age of fiberglass sailboat construction. Built by Yankee Yachts beginning in 1968, the Dolphin 24 Yankee earned a reputation as a capable small cruiser with surprisingly good sailing characteristics for her size. The masthead sloop rig and generous sail area of 295 square feet provide spirited performance, while the deep 5.16-foot draft and substantial 1,650-pound ballast ensure good stability and upwind ability. Her moderate displacement of 4,250 pounds strikes an appealing balance between manageable size and seaworthy heft. The keel/centerboard configuration offers versatility for both deeper waters and shoal exploration. With a comfort ratio of 21.18, this boat leans toward the performance end of the spectrum while maintaining reasonable accommodations for weekend cruising or extended coastal adventures. The low capsize screening value of 1.9 indicates good stability characteristics. Hull speed of 5.84 knots provides respectable passage-making ability for coastal cruising and day sailing. The Sparkman & Stephens pedigree ensures refined underwater lines and balanced helm characteristics that made this design popular among discerning sailors seeking quality in a compact package.
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What is the Dolphin 24 Yankee's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Dolphin 24 Yankee has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 18.04. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Dolphin 24 Yankee's comfort ratio?
The Dolphin 24 Yankee has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 21.18. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Dolphin 24 Yankee safe for offshore sailing?
The Dolphin 24 Yankee has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.9. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Dolphin 24 Yankee?
The theoretical hull speed of the Dolphin 24 Yankee is 5.84 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Dolphin 24 Yankee weigh?
The Dolphin 24 Yankee has a displacement of 4,250.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 24.16 ft.
Who designed the Dolphin 24 Yankee?
The Dolphin 24 Yankee was designed by Sparkman & Stephens, first built in 1968.