Designed by Julian Everitt and built from 1974 to 2009, this compact 22-footer carved out a distinctive niche in the European sailing market with over 400 hulls produced by Evolution Yachts Ltd. in the UK and Vela 77 in Italy. The masthead sloop configuration and lifting keel design make her particularly well-suited for coastal cruising and gunkholing in shallow waters where traditional fixed-keel boats cannot venture. The lifting keel arrangement is the boat's standout feature, allowing draft reduction for beach launching, trailer sailing, and exploration of shoal areas while maintaining reasonable sailing performance when the keel is deployed. Her modest beam of just over nine feet keeps her easily trailerable, while the substantial ballast ratio provides adequate stability for coastal conditions. With composite construction utilizing fiberglass, plywood, and aluminum components, the design reflects practical European boatbuilding traditions focused on durability and ease of maintenance. The comfort ratio suggests she's optimized more for day sailing and weekend coastal adventures rather than extended offshore passages. Her moderate sail area and hull speed characteristics point to predictable, manageable performance ideal for recreational sailors seeking versatility between trailer sailing convenience and genuine sailing capability in protected to semi-protected waters.
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What is the E Boat Everitt's sail area to displacement ratio?
The E Boat Everitt has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 17.02. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the E Boat Everitt's comfort ratio?
The E Boat Everitt has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 10.38. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the E Boat Everitt safe for offshore sailing?
The E Boat Everitt has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.72. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the E Boat Everitt?
The theoretical hull speed of the E Boat Everitt is 5.61 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a E Boat Everitt weigh?
The E Boat Everitt has a displacement of 2,396.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 21.98 ft.
Who designed the E Boat Everitt?
The E Boat Everitt was designed by Julian Everitt, first built in 1974.