Designed by Carl Schumacher and built by Alsberg Bros. from 1984 to 1988, this 37-footer represents the evolution of performance sailing during the 1980s racing boom. With only 65 hulls produced during its four-year production run, the Express 37 has become a sought-after design among sailors who appreciate Schumacher's reputation for creating fast, well-balanced boats. The hull features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration, delivering responsive handling and impressive windward performance. At 9,800 pounds with 4,600 pounds of ballast, the boat strikes an excellent balance between performance and stability. The sail area to displacement ratio of 22.4 indicates strong light-air performance, while the low comfort ratio of 17.9 reflects its racing-oriented design philosophy. This masthead sloop excels in coastal racing and spirited day sailing, where its 7.44-knot hull speed can be fully utilized. The moderate beam of 11.50 feet and 7.25-foot draft make it suitable for most marinas while providing the stability needed for confident sailing in a variety of conditions. The capsize screening formula of 2.15 suggests good offshore capability, though the boat's racing DNA makes it most rewarding for performance-minded sailors rather than long-distance cruisers.
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What is the Express 37's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Express 37 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 22.4. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Express 37's comfort ratio?
The Express 37 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 17.9. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Express 37 safe for offshore sailing?
The Express 37 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.15. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Express 37?
The theoretical hull speed of the Express 37 is 7.44 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Express 37 weigh?
The Express 37 has a displacement of 9,800.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 37.08 ft.
Who designed the Express 37?
The Express 37 was designed by Carl Schumacher, first built in 1984.