Elite 25

Designed by Michel Joubert and built by French manufacturer Kirie starting in 1982, this compact 25-footer represents solid European engineering from the early 1980s racing scene. With 260 hulls produced during its production run, the Elite 25 found favor among sailors seeking performance-oriented sailing in a manageable package. The boat's fractional sloop rig and fin keel configuration with transom-hung rudder deliver responsive handling characteristics that make it well-suited for coastal racing and spirited day sailing. Its sail area to displacement ratio of 16.13 places it firmly in performance territory, while the moderate beam of 8.83 feet maintains reasonable interior volume for weekend cruising. Notable strengths include its relatively light displacement of 3,968 pounds combined with a healthy ballast ratio, contributing to lively sailing characteristics and good stability. The low comfort ratio of 15.48 reflects the boat's racing heritage, indicating a firm, quick motion that experienced sailors will appreciate but may prove challenging for those preferring gentler sailing. With a capsize screening formula of 2.23, the Elite 25 falls within acceptable parameters for coastal and near-shore sailing, though its design priorities clearly favor performance over ultimate seaworthiness for extended offshore passages.

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