Designed by the renowned French duo Michel Joubert and Patrick Roseo, this 32-footer represents thoughtful coastal cruising design from the late 1990s. Built by Kirie in France starting in 1999, the Feeling 32 showcases the clean lines and practical layout philosophy that made French builders influential in the cruising market. The hull features a modern fin keel with spade rudder configuration, providing responsive handling while maintaining the stability needed for comfortable cruising. With a fractional sloop rig and moderate sail area-to-displacement ratio of 20.51, this boat strikes a nice balance between performance and ease of handling. The generous beam of 11.22 feet translates to spacious accommodations below, while the 5.41-foot draft allows access to most coastal anchorages without venturing into shoal-draft territory. The comfort ratio of 18.75 indicates this design prioritizes seakindly motion over pure speed, making it well-suited for coastal cruising and weekend getaways rather than competitive racing. The capsize screening formula of 2.16 suggests adequate stability for coastal waters, though serious offshore passages would require careful weather planning. With its reliable 19-horsepower auxiliary engine and fiberglass construction, the Feeling 32 offers solid value for sailors seeking European styling and practical cruising capabilities.
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What is the Feeling 32's sail area to displacement ratio?
The Feeling 32 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 20.51. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.
What is the Feeling 32's comfort ratio?
The Feeling 32 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 18.75. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.
Is the Feeling 32 safe for offshore sailing?
The Feeling 32 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 2.16. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.
What is the hull speed of the Feeling 32?
The theoretical hull speed of the Feeling 32 is 7.16 kn knots, calculated from its waterline length.
How much does a Feeling 32 weigh?
The Feeling 32 has a displacement of 9,039.00 lb and a length overall (LOA) of 32.64 ft.
Who designed the Feeling 32?
The Feeling 32 was designed by Michel Joubert/Patrick Roseo, first built in 1999.