Designed by renowned naval architect Johan Valentijn, this impressive 52-footer represents a compelling blend of cruising comfort and sailing performance from the early 1990s. Built by Endeavour International between 1989 and 1992, the Endeavour 52 features Valentijn's signature approach to creating vessels that excel in both coastal and offshore sailing scenarios. The yacht's substantial 35,000-pound displacement and generous 15-foot beam provide exceptional stability and interior volume, while the wing keel configuration offers improved performance and reduced draft at 5.50 feet—ideal for accessing shallow anchorages without sacrificing sailing ability. The masthead sloop rig carries 1,110 square feet of sail area, delivering respectable performance with a theoretical hull speed of 8.71 knots. With a comfort ratio of 32.44, this yacht prioritizes seaworthiness and motion comfort over pure speed, making it an excellent choice for extended cruising and offshore passages. The conservative capsize screening formula of 1.84 underscores its blue-water capabilities. Powered by an 88-horsepower engine, the Endeavour 52 offers reliable auxiliary power for challenging conditions or marina maneuvering. This design represents Valentijn's understanding of what serious cruising sailors need: a robust, well-balanced yacht capable of handling diverse sailing conditions with confidence.
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What is the Endeavour 52's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Endeavour 52 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 16.67. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Endeavour 52's comfort ratio?
The Endeavour 52 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 32.44. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Endeavour 52 safe for offshore sailing?
The Endeavour 52 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.84. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Endeavour 52?
The theoretical hull speed of the Endeavour 52 is 8.71 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Endeavour 52 weigh?
The Endeavour 52 has a displacement of 35,000.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 52.33 ft.
Who designed the Endeavour 52?
The Endeavour 52 was designed by Johan Valentijn, first built in 1989.