Built starting in 1982 by Durbeck in the USA, this substantial 50-footer represents classic American cruising yacht design from the early 1980s. The solid fiberglass construction and traditional long keel configuration emphasize seaworthiness and directional stability over racing performance, making this vessel ideally suited for serious offshore cruising and extended voyaging. The staysail ketch rig offers excellent versatility for shorthanded sailing, allowing crews to balance sail combinations effectively in varying conditions. With 1,600 square feet of sail area driving a displacement of 46,600 pounds, the boat delivers respectable performance while maintaining the steady, predictable handling characteristics valued by ocean cruisers. The 16,000-pound ballast provides excellent stability and peace of mind in challenging conditions. At 8.44 knots hull speed, this yacht prioritizes comfort and capability over pure speed. The generous beam of 13.83 feet translates to spacious accommodations below, while the moderate 5.16-foot draft allows access to a reasonable range of anchorages. The impressive comfort ratio of 50.67 confirms this boat's suitability for extended cruising, where motion comfort becomes paramount. The relatively conservative capsize screening formula of 1.54 further reinforces its offshore credentials, making it an excellent choice for serious cruising sailors seeking a proven blue-water platform.
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What is the Durbeck 50's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Durbeck 50 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 19.86. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Durbeck 50's comfort ratio?
The Durbeck 50 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 50.67. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Durbeck 50 safe for offshore sailing?
The Durbeck 50 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.54. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Durbeck 50?
The theoretical hull speed of the Durbeck 50 is 8.44 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Durbeck 50 weigh?
The Durbeck 50 has a displacement of 46,600.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 50.75 ft.
Who designed the Durbeck 50?
The Durbeck 50 was designed by Durbeck, first built in 1982.